Wednesday's top stories and transfer rumors from the press... Manchester United is keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Marcos Senesi, who is expected to leave on a free transfer, according to The Mirror. The club may face a challenge in luring Andoni Iraola as their next manager, as reported by The Mirror.
Crystal Palace is also interested in Iraola after his departure from Bournemouth, as per The Sun. Meanwhile, Bournemouth is considering Kieran McKenna, Inigo Perez, and Frank Lampard as potential replacements. German manager Marco Rose is the leading contender to take over at Bournemouth, as stated by The Guardian. Other news includes Manchester United's center-back shortage, Jadon Sancho's potential wage drop, and Bayern Munich's interest in Sunderland's Brian Brobbey.
Aston Villa is also eyeing England goalkeeper James Trafford, and Newcastle has confirmed the signing of Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez.