What the papers say
The future of Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, 54, continues to be the centre of speculation ahead of a Tuesday meeting between club executives. The Guardian reports that former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy, 48, could step up from his assistant’s role if a change is made.
Thomas Tuchel is being lined up as a possible replacement for Ten Hag, according to the Manchester Evening News. The former Chelsea and Paris St Germain manager, 51, left Bayern Munich in May.
Mario Balotelli could be handed a fresh chance to extend his career at Torino. The former Manchester City and Liverpool striker, 34, is without a club but The Sun reports he could be handed a temporary deal after the Italian outfit’s captain Duvan Zapata suffered a serious knee injury.
Social media round-up
Erik ten Hag believes he is safe from Man Utd sack as board meeting looms | @TelegraphDucker https://t.co/67LPhrKlid
— Telegraph Football (@TeleFootball) October 7, 2024
🚨 Martín Zubimendi has become a target for Manchester City because of Rodri’s injury.
The Premier League champions want to take advantage of his €60M release clause and could make a move in January.
(Source: @Rodra10_97 / @JorgeCPicon) pic.twitter.com/xohQw4Ugi8
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) October 7, 2024
Players to watch
Leroy Sane: Newcastle will target the Germany winger when his contract expires at Bayern Munich in the summer, reports Football Insider.
Omar Marmoush: Liverpool are keen on the Eintracht Frankfurt and Egypt striker Omar Marmoush, according to Sky Germany.
