Latest Football Updates: Rumours and Transfers

Sunday's newspapers reveal that Chelsea players are optimistic about Liam Rosenior becoming their new head coach, following indications that he is the top contender to replace Enzo Maresca, as reported by the Sunday Telegraph. In a surprising move, Chelsea have approached Newcastle United's head coach Eddie Howe to potentially take over as their new manager, according to The Express. Meanwhile, Slaven Bilic is open to returning to West Ham mid-season if the club decides to let go of Nuno Espirito Santo, as stated in the Sun on Sunday. Napoli are still interested in signing Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, but this is contingent on Noa Lang leaving the club, as per Gazzetta dello Sport. Manchester United are considering loaning out Toby Collyer in January despite their current selection crisis, as mentioned in the Sun on Sunday. The club's young defender, Harry Amass, may cut short his loan deal at Sheffield Wednesday to join Stoke for the remainder of the season, also reported by the Sun on Sunday. Borussia Dortmund are set to fully support Jobe Bellingham amidst his challenging start in Germany following his summer transfer, according to the Mail on Sunday. Manchester City's Jahmai Simpson-Pusey is scheduled to join Cologne on loan, flying to Germany on Sunday, as reported by the Scottish Sun. Barcelona are currently leading the pursuit of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, whose contract expires in the summer, as stated in Gazzetta dello Sport. The ECB is exploring measures to prevent Australia's top Test players from preparing for an away Ashes series by participating in the County Championship, as mentioned in the Sunday Times. Additionally, Super 6 has already created a millionaire this season, and participants can enter the next round for free to potentially become the next big winner.