What the papers say
Juventus are reportedly targeting Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial as a summer transfer target – but his club have signalled they have no intention of selling him, the Daily Mirror reports. The 26-year-old has been impressing during pre-season, solidifying his value to new boss Erik ten Hag.
Arsenal have admitted to being interested in Lyon attacking midfielder Lucas Paquetá but are yet to commence talks with the Ligue 1 club. The Times reports Edu, Arsenal’s Brazilian technical director, has been a “big fan for a long time” of the 24-year-old.
And The Sun says Newcastle will make a move for Burnley winger Dwight McNeil, 22, – provided Leeds stand firm on winger Jack Harrison, 25. The West Yorkshire club previously rejected a Newcastle bid for Harrison, 25, and want £35million.
Social media round-up
Cristiano Ronaldo has already made 'loyalty' stance as star linked with Atletico Madrid #MUFChttps://t.co/uob56mi1w0pic.twitter.com/fH9UPFNKiQ— Mirror Football (@MirrorFootball) July 25, 2022
Man City star Erling Haaland sends ominous warning to Premier League after opening his goal | @SunMartinBhttps://t.co/pkr00WLNLg— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball) July 24, 2022
Players to watch
Armando Broja: i reports Newcastle and Everton have stepped up their pursuit of the 20-year-old Chelsea and Albania striker after West Ham lost interest.
Nordi Mukiele: The Daily Mail writes Paris St-Germain have agreed to a £13m loan deal for the 24-year-old RB Leipzig and France defender.
