The latest news and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers... Manchester United are keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Marcos Senesi, who is set to leave the club on a free transfer, according to The Mirror. Meanwhile, Manchester United may face a challenge in luring Andoni Iraola as their next long-term manager, as reported by The Mirror. Crystal Palace are also hoping to attract Iraola after his departure from Bournemouth, as per The Sun.
Bournemouth, on the other hand, are considering Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna, Rayo Vallecano boss Inigo Perez, and Coventry City manager Frank Lampar as potential replacements for Iraola, as stated in The i Paper. German manager Marco Rose is currently the top contender to replace Iraola at Bournemouth, according to The Guardian. Other news includes Manchester United boss Michael Carrick facing a shortage of center-backs for their upcoming match against Chelsea, and Jadon Sancho being required to take a significant pay cut if he wants to rejoin Borussia Dortmund.
Bayern Munich are also monitoring Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey, while Aston Villa have shown interest in England goalkeeper James Trafford. Newcastle has confirmed the signing of Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez, who will join the team after his 18th birthday.
Additionally, Robbie Keane has reaffirmed his focus on the title fight with Ferencvaros, despite being linked to Celtic. Xavi is being considered as a replacement for Javier Mascherano at Inter Miami, and New Jersey's NJ Transit is planning to charge over $100 for return rail tickets to MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup games. U.S.
Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker has left his role, and Brazil's president Lula has revealed that Carlo Ancelotti consulted him on selecting Neymar for the World Cup. England Test captain Ben Stokes has downplayed speculation about a potential rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, but acknowledged their working relationship will change this summer.