Chelsea's Ambitious Move: Todd Boehly Aims for Sporting CP as Second Feeder Club - Breaking News!
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly plans to expand his football empire by making Sporting CP their second feeder club, according to reports Meanwhile, uncertainty looms over Antony's return to Manchester United amidst domestic abuse allegations, while Jadon Sancho's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain
All the top stories and transfer rumours from Saturday's newspapers...
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Chelsea have invested a staggering £1bn and acquired a total of 27 players following the takeover by Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly. Presently, their sights are set on acquiring Sporting CP.
Farhad Moshiri, the majority shareholder of Everton, has consented to the sale of the club. However, this transaction is contingent upon meeting an exceptional performance-based condition, specifically revolving around maintaining their position in the Premier League.
Eddie Howe is adamant he is immune to external criticism as he defended Newcastle United's poor start to the Premier League season.
DAILY MAIL
Mauricio Pochettino has disclosed that Chelsea will have a limited squad of only 14 or 15 players available for their match against Bournemouth, despite Todd Boehly investing an additional £400m this summer.
Another setback hits Erik ten Hag as Sofyan Amrabat has been sidelined from participating in the Manchester United game. He was compelled to withdraw from the Morocco national team due to an injury.
Erik ten Hag is uncertain about Antony's return to Manchester United as he discusses allegations of domestic abuse.
Serious questions surround the funding source of Everton's potential owners, following a deal worth over £500m with 777 partners.
THE ATHLETIC
Bethany England has been named the new captain of Tottenham Hotspur Women.
Mario Balotelli has terminated his agreement with Sion, a Swiss team, and rejoined Adana Demirspor, a club in the Turkish Super Lig.
Despite the demands of the Spain Women's squad for his resignation, Pedro Rocha will continue to serve as the interim president of the RFEF (Spanish FA) until the upcoming elections, scheduled for next year.
Xavi has revealed his new Barcelona contract will be announced soon - but he only wants a long-term deal if he continues to earn it.
THE TIMES
Pep Guardiola has affirmed that Phil Foden will thrive in a central midfield position, disregarding Gareth Southgate's concerns.
Brendan Rodgers, Harry Maguire's former manager, has attributed the commencement of the verbal abuse directed towards him in football to Manchester United supporters.
Jadon Sancho's future at Manchester United looks bleak after Erik ten Hag admitted he does not know whether the winger will play for the club again.
THE SUN
Erik ten Hag has cautioned that Jadon Sancho's future with Manchester United is uncertain, signifying further issues with the sidelined winger.
Chelsea owner, Todd Boehly, is plotting to establish Sporting Lisbon, a Portuguese powerhouse, as their secondary affiliated club.
Man United supporters are desperately calling for Rasmus Hojlund to spearhead the team's revival from their difficulties in the early part of the season.
Jurgen Klopp unleashed his fury at a reporter who inquired about Mohamed Salah's future, considering the persistent speculation surrounding a potential transfer to the Saudi Pro League during the summer.
Chelsea's co-sporting directors, Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart, have expressed their thoughts on the club's transfer strategy. The Blues have surpassed £1bn in spending since a consortium led by Todd Boehly assumed control.
Farhad Moshiri's intention to quickly sell Everton is currently at risk due to opposition from the club's supporters and creditors.
Ange Postecoglou remains grounded despite being awarded the title of Premier League manager of the month for August, not allowing Tottenham's impressive start to the season to cloud his judgment.
DAILY RECORD
Michael Beale has insisted he cares too much about Rangers to walk away from Ibrox, after being faced with calls to quit from the fanbase.
Brendan Rodgers is confident that Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate is prepared to make a strong comeback after putting the summer transfer rumors behind him.
Reports suggest that Jota, who recently joined Al Ittihad from Celtic, has been left out of the Saudi Pro League squad.
SCOTTISH SUN
Jota was willing to sanction a sensational loan return to Celtic - just weeks after concluding a record £25m exit from the club this summer.
Todd Cantwell has broken his silence on his cruel injury blow, after it was revealed he will miss almost a month of action for Rangers.
