All the top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers...
THE INDEPENDENT
Manchester City are reportedly plotting to sign Brighton forward Evan Ferguson.DAILY MAIL
There is mounting pressure on Arsenal's goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale to retain his position as the first-choice 'keeper, as David Raya is potentially poised to take over in the starting lineup.According to reports, Sergio Ramos reportedly declined eleventh-hour interest from Manchester United.
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Sergio Ramos reportedly turned down Man Utd
Chelsea defender Levi Colwill has reportedly been cleared to make his senior England debut after a scan confirmed he had not suffered an injury.
According to reports, Hansi Flick's tenure as the head of the German national team may be dependent on his success against France and Japan.
Joe Lewis, the British billionaire who owns a majority share in Premier League soccer club Tottenham Hotspur through his family trust, is not expected to return to a New York courtroom until January regarding his alleged involvement in an 'audacious' insider trading scheme.
THE TIMES
There are strong indications from England white-ball head coach Matthew Mott that batsman Harry Brook might make it to the squad for the World Cup in India next month.THE GUARDIAN
Sarah Glenn, an England cricketer, has called for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) to implement equal pay for women's cricket umpires. She expressed surprise at the significant difference in fees between the men's and women's game.THE SUN
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Nicolas Pepe's future is still up in the air
Reports suggest that Chelsea had expressed interest in acquiring Jadon Sancho from Manchester United during the summer transfer window. Arsenal's Nicolas Pepe has reportedly been advised to depart from the club while he still has the chance, or else he may spend the remainder of the season without playing.
DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United became aware of Sofyan Amrabat's minor back injury prior to finalizing his transfer to Old Trafford on Deadline Day.Ronald Koeman expressed his dissatisfaction with Ryan Gravenberch, criticizing the Liverpool's latest acquisition for his refusal to represent the Netherlands Under-21 national team.
DAILY EXPRESS
According to reports, Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha had expressed his desire to join Manchester United ahead of the recent transfer deadline. However, despite his keenness, the move away from Craven Cottage did not materialize for him.Jesper Lindstrom, who recently joined Napoli from Eintracht Frankfurt, has disclosed that he declined an opportunity to move to Liverpool, despite being a supporter of the Reds.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Manchester United have initiated discussions regarding the extension of Aaron Wan-Bissaka's contract, considering his development under Erik ten Hag during the past year at Old Trafford.The Rugby World Cup faces a spying controversy as concerns arise that certain teams may employ espionage tactics in France.
Mike Ashley is currently engaged in intricate negotiations with Yorkshire regarding the acquisition of Headingley Stadium, in a deal worth over £22 million.