Key headlines and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers include England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo verbally agreeing to a new five-year deal with Manchester United, according to The Sun. Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford is among five players expected to leave Barcelona this summer, with a potential return to Manchester United, as reported by The Mirror. Chelsea is planning to rival both Manchester clubs for the £100m signing of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, as per The i.
Fenerbahce is considering signing Tottenham's Pape Matar Sarr as a replacement for former Manchester United midfielder Fred, according to the Daily Express. Liverpool has identified Randal Kolo Muani as a potential replacement for Mohamed Salah but faces competition from Juventus, reports Gazzetta dello Sport.
Pep Guardiola has responded to criticism of Manchester City's celebrations after beating Arsenal, labeling it 'stupid', as stated in The Sun. Other news includes Eddie Howe discussing Newcastle's declining form with the club's Saudi Arabian owners and Celtic loanee Marcelo Saracchi attracting transfer interest. Additionally, Celtic star Arne Engels is being targeted by Italian giants, and Gareth McAuley has urged Rangers to sign Northern Ireland 'keeper Pierce Charles.