The latest news and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers... Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi ahead of the summer transfer window, as well as Marcos Senesi, who is set to leave the Cherries on a free transfer, according to The Mirror. The Red Devils are also said to be facing a tough challenge in their bid to appoint Andoni Iraola as their next long-term manager this summer, as reported by The Mirror.
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are hoping to lure Iraola to Selhurst Park after he quit Bournemouth, The Sun reports. Bournemouth, on the other hand, are considering Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna, Rayo Vallecano's Inigo Perez, and Coventry City manager Frank Lampar as potential replacements for Iraola, with German manager Marco Rose emerging as the leading contender, according to The Guardian.
In other news, Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is expected to be short-handed at center-back when his side takes on Chelsea this Saturday, The Sun reports. Jadon Sancho may have to accept a significant pay cut if he wants to rejoin Borussia Dortmund this summer, The Mirror claims.
Bayern Munich are said to be monitoring Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey with a view to a potential summer move, The Independent reports. Aston Villa have joined the list of Premier League clubs interested in England goalkeeper James Trafford, according to the Daily Mail. Newcastle have confirmed the signing of Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez from Independiente del Valle, with the 16-year-old set to officially join the Magpies after his 18th birthday.
Back Pages reviews the sports headlines from national newspapers every Monday to Friday, live on Sky Sports News from 10:30 pm. Robbie Keane has reiterated his focus on the title fight with Ferencvaros despite being linked to Celtic, the Daily Record reports. Xavi is being lined up as a potential replacement for Javier Mascherano at Inter Miami, The Sun claims. NJ Transit is planning to charge over $100 for return rail tickets from New York's Pennsylvania Station to MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup games, The Athletic reports.
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker is leaving his role with immediate effect, less than two months before the 2026 World Cup, according to The Athletic.
Brazil's president, Lula, has revealed that Carlo Ancelotti sought his advice on whether to select Neymar for the World Cup, the Daily Mail reports. England Test captain Ben Stokes has played down speculation about a potential rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, but conceded their working relationship may 'look a little different' this summer, The Independent reports. Enter Super 6 for a chance to win £250,000 for free.