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Top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers…

Sun

Manchester United are continuing their pursuit of Burnley midfielder Sander Berge this summer. The Red Devils could tie down the Norwegian player on a contract worth £100,000 a week.

many times

Enzo Fernandes is likely to be appointed Chelsea vice-captain despite angering some of his team-mates by posting a video of him singing a racist and homophobic song about French footballers.

Jade Jones, the Olympic taekwondo champion, refused to take part in a drug test, then escaped a ban after officials agreed she was not guilty of any offence.

Athletic

Ange Postecoglou has claimed “you can see the development” as Tottenham Hotspur’s pre-season tour has “gone seamlessly”.

Valencia appear to have put a stop to Javi Guerra’s proposed transfer to Atletico Madrid.

Crystal Palace are prepared to sanction the departure of goalkeeper Sam Johnstone if he is asked to leave Selhurst Park and they receive a suitable offer.

Lewis Grabban and Wes Morgan have returned to Nottingham Forest to take up roles in the academy.

Guardian

Coca-Cola is facing criticism for the excessive use of bottles and cups at the Paris 2024 Olympics, despite organisers promising the most eco-friendly Games in history.

I have learned that hooligans involved in the far-right violence that has erupted in Britain could be banned from attending football matches.

the daily mail

The Government has urged the country’s sports clubs to call for an end to the riots that have rocked the nation – and send a message promoting community unity.

Wire

Crystal Palace plan to sign Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah in a £25million deal to replace Marc Guehi.

Change will continue at Lord’s when Guy Lavender steps down as MCC chief executive this year.

West Ham are eyeing Kieran Trippier as they step up their efforts to acquire a right-back ahead of the Premier League season starting next week.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Oliver Skipp has attracted interest from all three clubs promoted to the Premier League last season – Leicester City, Ipswich Town and Southampton.

Independent

Former England cricket captain Nasser Hussain believes there is no better choice than “serial winner” Andy Flower for England’s vacant white-ball head coach position but is doubtful whether he will get the job.

Tennis player Sebastian Korda said he has achieved the biggest goal of his career by winning the Washington Open title and equalling his father Petr, who won the tournament 32 years ago.

Scottish Sun

Rangers have reportedly made contact with Chelsea FC over the signing of Leo Castledine.

daily Record

Hannibal Mejbri has been linked with both Rangers and Celtic but he will only be allowed to leave Manchester United this summer if a permanent offer is made for the midfielder.

James McCarthy is no longer listed as a Celtic player on the club’s official website, as his Hoops career becomes more anonymous.