All the top stories and transfer rumours from Sunday’s national newspapers…
SUNDAY MIRROR
Newcastle are in talks with Chelsea over a loan deal for Timo Werner, who has also been linked with a return to RB Leipzig.
MAIL ON SUNDAY
Erik ten Hag has confirmed that want-away star striker Cristiano Ronaldo will be involved in their upcoming pre-season friendly against Rayo Vallecano.
Chelsea are closing on an agreement with Napoli over a season-long loan deal for goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga – but would still have to pay 75 per cent of his salary.
Newcastle have made an enquiry for Harvey Barnes after also having an offer turned down for his Leicester team-mate James Maddison.
THE SUN
Aaron Ramsey is reportedly set to decide whether to join Ligue 1 side Nice or MLS outfit Charlotte FC after being released by Juventus.
THE ATHLETIC
Benni McCarthy will become a first-team coach for Manchester United. The South African former striker, 44, will add to Erik ten Hag’s coaching staff. McCarthy is a lifelong long Manchester United fan.
Brighton have ended their conversations with Manchester City over the sale of Marc Cucurella – and will only accept an offer that meets their asking price. They want a fee of upwards of £50m.
Crystal Palace midfielder James McArthur is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a recurrence of his groin injury.
THE SUNDAY TIMES
Borussia Dortmund have confirmed striker Sebastien Haller is to undergo chemotherapy after examinations revealed a testicular tumour to be malignant.
DAILY EXPRESS
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is said to have been ‘bewitched’ by Inter star Cesare Casadei, with the club reportedly making an offer in the region of £6m.
Barcelona boss Xavi has told Chelsea duo Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso he will “do everything he can” to sign them.
Manchester United are exploring a deal for RB Salzburg striker Benjamin Sesko but face a tough battle to get him this summer.
THE STAR
Manchester United may have already paid £48.3m to Ajax for defender Lisandro Martinez, but they’re due to pay the Dutch giants an extra £56,000 every time he makes an appearance for the Red Devils.
Everton manager Frank Lampard remains keen on taking Chelsea’s Billy Gilmour to Goodison Park.
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