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Southampton, Leicester want Ben Doak from Liverpool as Arne Slot showdown talks loom - Paper Talk

Plus: Ex-Man Utd goalkeeper David De Gea in talks to join Genoa on free transfer; Aston Villa set to investigate Jhon Duran after apparent West Ham-related gesture on Instagram; Fabio Carvalho says he is ready to prove to Arne Slot he can stick around at Liverpool

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The top stories and transfer rumours from Sunday's newspapers...

MAIL ON SUNDAY

Leicester and Southampton are among several clubs keen on signing Liverpool starlet Ben Doak this summer - with the talented Scottish winger set to sit down with Arne Slot after the Reds' pre-season tour to decide whether to leave or not.

Cole Palmer, Conor Gallagher and Marc Cucurella will not rejoin Chelsea's squad in the United States as the trio of Euro 2024 are being afforded an extended break after the Euro 2024 final.

Fabio Carvalho insists he is ready to prove to new Liverpool boss Arne Slot that he is good enough to stick around at Anfield this season and fight for his place in a crowded field of talented attackers.

West Ham are lining up Manchester United's Aaron Wan-Bissaka as new manager Julen Lopetegui looks to strengthen his options at right-back ahead of the Premier League season.

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Speaking after Arsenal’s 2-1 win against Manchester United in LA, Mikel Arteta believes his squad have good foundations to build from and is happy with how the pre-season preparations are going

Liverpool youngster Sepp Van den Berg says the £20m valuation slapped on his head by the club is too much - but the Dutch defender insists it is a compliment and he is ready to fight for a place in Arne Slot's plans.

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Brendan Rodgers has warned Enzo Maresca that managing Leicester City cannot compare to the pressures of being in charge at Chelsea.

Chelsea are closing in on a £20.7m deal for Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen. The 22-year-old is due to undergo a medical this week ahead of agreeing a seven-year contract.

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Pep Guardiola spoke after Man City’s 3-2 loss to AC Milan and said that he has been impressed by the level of quality the youth players are showing

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana raised eyebrows on social media after his bizarre attempts to distract penalty takers during last night's pre-season friendly shootout against Arsenal - and he was even shushed by Gabriel Magalhaes.

THE ATHLETIC

Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is in talks to join Genoa on a free transfer.

Eddie Howe has held "positive talks" with Newcastle United's hierarchy and has reiterated that he wants "collaboration" on transfers, rather than the "final say".

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Jonny Evans said he is unsure of the extent of the injuries that Lenny Yoro and Rasmus Hojlund suffered in Man Utd’s 2-1 defeat to Arsenal but is hopeful they will not sideline the duo for too long

Fabio Carvalho is determined to use Liverpool's tour of America to force his way into Arne Slot's plans for the coming season.

A tearful Endrick couldn't hide his emotions as he was introduced to the Real Madrid crowd for the first time.

Atletico Madrid have reached an agreement to sign Spain international defender Robin Le Normand from Real Sociedad.

SUNDAY MIRROR

England fans will come to regret hounding Gareth Southgate out of the Three Lions job, according to Tom Heaton. Heaton is the first member of Southgate's coaching staff to speak publicly following his resignation in the wake of defeat in the Euro 2024 final.

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Pep Guardiola says he is happy at Manchester City when responding to rumours linking him with the vacant England job

SUNDAY TELEGRAPH

Triathlon training in the Seine is understood to be in jeopardy, with water quality testers due to carry out an early hours inspection after heavy rainfall.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has been spotted signing a Real Madrid shirt amid speculation of the defender making a move to the Spanish giants.

West Bromwich Albion midfielder Jayson Molumby punched an opponent after seeing red in a friendly match against RCD Mallorca.

THE SUNDAY TIMES

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Melissa Reddy says Erik ten Hag is trying to remain positive after both Rasmus Hojlund and new signing Leny Yoro were forced off with first half injuries during Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to Arsenal in Los Angeles

Newcastle United's Saudi Arabian owners are considering making a first major investment in cricket by taking a stake in a new Hundred team based in the North East.

THE SUN ON SUNDAY

Aston Villa are set to investigate Jhon Duran after the striker appeared to make a gesture associated with West Ham on an Instagram live stream, amid transfer interest from the Hammers.

Nottingham Forest are eyeing a loan move for keeper Aaron Ramsdale. Boss Nuno Espirito Santo wants the Arsenal and England No 2 as his No 1 but Forest cannot meet the Gunners' asking price of around £50m.

Crystal Palace want Plymouth's highly-rated Michael Cooper as a replacement for Sam Johnstone, 31, and they will make an offer if the vacancy comes up.

DAILY RECORD

Al-Ittihad have reportedly told all suitors for Jota they must pay his full salary if they want to snap up the winger on loan this summer.

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