Wednesday's newspapers brought numerous updates on transfer rumors and football news. Manchester United is reportedly keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Marcos Senesi, with the latter expected to leave the club on a free transfer. The Red Devils may face stiff competition in their pursuit of Andoni Iraola as their next manager, as Crystal Palace is also interested in the Spanish manager. Bournemouth, meanwhile, is considering several candidates to replace Iraola, including Kieran McKenna, Inigo Perez, and Frank Lampard.
German manager Marco Rose is thought to be the top contender for the position. In other news, Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is expected to be short-handed at center-back for the upcoming match against Chelsea. Jadon Sancho may need to accept a significant pay cut if he wants to rejoin Borussia Dortmund.
Bayern Munich is monitoring Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey, while Aston Villa has expressed interest in England goalkeeper James Trafford. Newcastle recently confirmed the signing of Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez, who will join the club after his 18th birthday. Other notable news includes Robbie Keane's focus on the title fight with Ferencvaros, Xavi being lined up as a replacement for Javier Mascherano at Inter Miami, and U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker's immediate departure from his role.