Plus: Russell Martin is at increasing risk of losing his job as a result of Southampton's sorry start to the season; Barcelona are reportedly considering a shock move for Neymar; Man Utd have reportedly joined the race to sign South American youngster Diego Leon
Thursday 3 October 2024 07:32, UK
The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Lee Carsley is intent on making Cole Palmer central to his England plans as he prepares to name his squad for the Nations League games against Greece and Finland.
Marcus Smith has agreed a new long-term deal with Harlequins despite significant interest from Bristol Bears.
The RFU has allegedly been "silenced" by World Rugby over criticism of the handling of the women's WXV tournament which has been plagued by tiny attendances and poor ticket sales.
DAILY MIRROR
Russell Martin is at increasing risk of losing his job as a result of Southampton's sorry start to the season.
Martin Odegaard has been left out of Norway's upcoming international fixtures as his absence continues.
Manchester United's flight to Porto was hit with a lengthy delay because of bad weather - just 24 hours before kick-off. Erik ten Hag's squad landed in Portugal three hours later than scheduled on Wednesday evening, scuppering their preparations ahead of Thursday's Europa League match.
Former Arsenal defender Cedric Soares says he is "ready to join" a new club, having left the Gunners at the end of last season.
THE SUN
Barcelona are reportedly considering a shock move for Neymar.
Dominic Solanke is hoping for a long-awaited England recall on Thursday.
Newcastle United could be without up to 10 players for their Premier League trip to Everton on Saturday with Alexander Isak also missing Sweden's two games during the international break with a broken toe.
FIFA bosses could confirm on Thursday that they will not be kicking Israel out of world football despite an appeal from Palestine that the governing body was breaching its own rules on discrimination.
DAILY MAIL
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi insists he has zero regrets about turning down a move to Liverpool in the summer despite his side's poor start to the season.
Thierry Henry has revealed he didn't rate Bukayo Saka while he was in Arsenal's academy.
Harry Kane is facing further "big-match criticism" after what has been described as an "invisible" display for Bayern Munich against Aston Villa in the Champions League.
Lionel Messi will return to Argentina's national team for the South American World Cup qualifying matches against Venezuela and Bolivia. The 37-year-old star had missed recent matches because of an ankle injury.
THE GUARDIAN
The Red Bull team principal, Christian Horner, has indicated Liam Lawson has an opportunity to make his case to replace Sergio Perez and line up alongside Max Verstappen for the team, potentially as early as next season.
George Ford faces missing England's autumn campaign due to the injury he sustained on Sale duty last Saturday.
THE ATHLETIC
Brighton and Hove Albion defender Jan Paul van Hecke is expected to return from a groin injury after the October international break.
DAILY EXPRESS
Manchester United have reportedly joined the race to sign South American youngster Diego Leon.
Formula One bosses have cancelled the 'rookie race' aimed at showcasing the best young drivers. The event was scheduled to take place at the end of the 2024 season but plans have been delayed until 2025.
James Maddison is convinced Mikey Moore, who could feature for Tottenham against Ferencvaros in the Europa League on Thursday, is a star in the making.
Snooker's World Championship could be looking for a new home after Barry Hearn warned Sheffield Council it has three years to revamp the "not fit for purpose" Crucible Theatre.
DAILY RECORD
Callum McGregor insists Celtic owe their supporters an apology after their battering by Borussia Dortmund.
