Football rumours: Saudi clubs keen on Man Utd duo Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes
What the papers say
Several Saudi Pro League clubs are interested in signing Manchester United midfielders Casemiro, 32, and Bruno Fernandes, 29, when the transfer window opens this summer, the Telegraph reports.
The Telegraph also reports that Saudi clubs are looking at two other Brazilians plying their trade in the Premier League – Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson,31, and 30-year-old Manchester City counterpart Ederson.
Former Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani, 37, is hunting for a new club after his contract at Adana Demirspor was terminated, the Mirror reports.
Social media round-up
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Players to watch
Rasmus Hojlund: A number of Manchester United players have doubts about his capacity to find the net and are avoiding passing to the 21-year-old striker during matches, claims the Manchester Evening News.
Trent Alexander-Arnold: Real Madrid are still keen on signing the Liverpool and England player with his contract situation at Anfield up in the air, says Football365.
Reuell Walters: Arsenal are set to lose the up-and-coming defender, 19, after he rejected the offer of a new contract, the Athletic writes.