Chelsea's Jaw-Dropping Move: World-Record Bid for Goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic - Exclusive Report

All the top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...

DAILY EXPRESS

Chelsea is set to surpass the current transfer record by offering a groundbreaking fee for an MLS player, with their sights set on Djordje Petrovic, the goalkeeper of New England Revolution.

Robbie Fowler, a beloved figure in Liverpool, has generously volunteered to prevent any potential interest from Saudi Arabia in Mohamed Salah.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

West Ham United have set a price of £85m for Lucas Paqueta with Manchester City having so far bid substantially below that figure.

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West Ham would want around £85m for Lucas Paqueta

Chelsea have put teenager Lewis Hall up for sale but are asking for around £30m amid interest from Newcastle United.

If the Lionesses win the World Cup, Sarina Wiegman will be nominated for an honorary damehood.

Despite being cleared to play, England captain Owen Farrell is likely to be rested by Steve Borthwick for Saturday's match against Ireland.

THE GUARDIAN

Al Hilal are closing in on a deal to sign Aleksandar Mitrovic from Fulham after rekindling their interest in the Serbia striker.

West Ham are seriously considering signing Montpellier's striker Elye Wahi, as they actively pursue a centre-back by targeting Konstantinos Mavropanos from Stuttgart and Odilon Kossounou from Bayer Leverkusen.

Brighton is set to make a new proposal for Lille's Carlos Baleba as they have identified him as their top choice to replace Moisés Caicedo in the midfield position.

THE SUN

Mason Greenwood is expected to be reinstated at Manchester United as early as next week.

Ansu Fati is set to spark a Premier League scramble after deciding to leave Barcelona.

Liverpool are reportedly chasing Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch.

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Ryan Gravenberch - a Liverpool target?

Michail Antonio has revealed Richarlison will refuse to shake his hand after the London derby between Tottenham and West Ham.

West Ham anticipates securing a new player to replace their unsuccessful bid for Harry Maguire within the upcoming 48 hours.

According to reports, Monaco's offer of £34m for Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun has been turned down.

DAILY MAIL

The Borussia Dortmund squad are reportedly happy that Jude Bellingham joined Real Madrid this summer after growing tired of his behaviour during his time at the German club.

West Ham are exploring a deal for former Arsenal centre back Konstantinos Mavropanos.

DAILY STAR

Rio Ferdinand, a former player of Manchester United, has advised his former club not to pursue a deal for Amadou Onana, the midfielder from Everton.

Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United has been seen once again in the North East, shortly after experiencing his first visit to Wetherspoons, a popular pub chain.

SCOTTISH SUN

Rangers are tracking Peterborough United stopper Ronnie Edwards with a view to a potential bid this transfer window.

DAILY RECORD

Celtic are ready to open talks with Reo Hatate and Liel Abada over new contracts.

Daniel Podence has received the green light for his anticipated transfer to Celtic, although the champions need to tackle a transfer obstacle. Club Brugge is closely monitoring Rocco Vata's status at Celtic.

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