The latest news and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers... Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi and Marcos Senesi, who is expected to leave the club on a free transfer, ahead of the summer transfer window - as per The Mirror. The Red Devils may face stiff competition in their pursuit of Andoni Iraola as their next long-term manager, with the Spanish coach also being courted by Crystal Palace - The Mirror and The Sun.
Following Iraola's departure from Bournemouth, the club is considering several candidates to replace him, including Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna, Rayo Vallecano's Inigo Perez, and Coventry City manager Frank Lampar - The Sun and The i Paper. Meanwhile, German manager Marco Rose has emerged as a leading contender to take the reins at Bournemouth - The Guardian.
In other news, Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is expected to have a depleted squad for their upcoming match against Chelsea - The Sun. Jadon Sancho may have to take a significant pay cut if he wants to rejoin Borussia Dortmund in the summer - The Mirror. Bayern Munich are monitoring Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey, with a potential summer move on the cards - The Independent. Aston Villa have expressed interest in England goalkeeper James Trafford - Daily Mail.
Newcastle have confirmed the signing of Ecuadorian teenager Johan Martinez, who will join the club after his 18th birthday - The Independent. Back Pages reviews the sports headlines from national newspapers, Monday to Friday, live on Sky Sports News from 10:30 pm.
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Xavi is being considered as a replacement for Javier Mascherano at Inter Miami - The Sun. New Jersey's NJ Transit plans to charge over $100 for return rail tickets from New York's Pennsylvania Station to MetLife Stadium for FIFA World Cup games - The Athletic.
U.S. Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker has left his role, less than two months before the 2026 World Cup - The Athletic. Brazil's president Lula revealed that Carlo Ancelotti sought his advice on selecting Neymar for the World Cup - Daily Mail. England Test captain Ben Stokes has downplayed speculation about a rift with head coach Brendon McCullum, but admitted their working relationship may change this summer - The Independent.
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