The top stories and transfer rumors from the Saturday newspapers…
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Manchester City has escalated its legal battle with the Premier League by sending another letter to the other 19 clubs – as well as the FA – urging them not to vote in favor of new sponsorship rules, saying they are yet to are also “illegal”.
daily Mirror
Steven Gerrard has jokingly called for the Football Association and England coaches to be fined after Curtis Jones’ impact in England’s win over Greece.
daily Express
Manchester United have been given a huge boost in their pursuit of Victor Gyökeres after Barcelona said they have no interest in the striker.
Arsenal shot-stopper David Raya has expressed concern over the horrific fixture pile-up and is urging action from the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) after his team-mate Ben White was sidelined until 2025.
Sun
Sir Alex Ferguson’s Spirit Dancer made history by winning the $1 million Bahrain International Trophy for the second consecutive year.
Manchester United wonderkid Harry Amas is being targeted by Premier League rivals Aston Villa, reports suggest.
daily Mail
Lyon are reportedly set to be relegated from Ligue 1 due to financial crisis.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has bizarrely had his name engraved twice on the new Club World Cup trophy after the eye-catching piece of silverware was unveiled.
Manchester United defender Tyrell Malasia has opened up about his injury nightmare as he looks to return to full fitness after almost 18 months on the sidelines.
daily Record
Kenneth Vargas is adamant an interview in his homeland regarding his January exit from Hearts was ‘taken out of context’ and he remains fully committed to the Tynecastle club.
scottish sun
Ianis Hagi and his Romania teammates were caught up in chaotic scenes as Kosovo players dramatically walked off the field and their match was forced to be abandoned.