All the top stories and transfer rumours from Friday's newspapers...
DAILY MIRROR
In the January transfer window, Manchester United is prepared to sell Jadon Sancho to the highest bidder as Erik ten Hag has chosen to minimize his losses.
Acknowledging the arrival of Jurgen Klopp, Steven Gerrard has confessed that he would have remained at Liverpool if he had been aware of it.
DAILY MAIL
Harry Arter is determined to see out his contract at Nottingham Forest after failing to come to an agreement to end his stay at the City Ground.
Tottenham's chief scout, Leonardo Gabbanini, has departed in anticipation of upcoming structural modifications within the north London club.
Anass Zaroury, a prominent player from Burnley, is lending support to an aid initiative aimed at assisting Moroccans affected by the recent catastrophic earthquake in the nation.
THE ATHLETIC
Crystal Palace are expected to open initial talks with Eberechi Eze over a new contract.
Stuart Dallas made his return to Leeds United training on Thursday following a lengthy absence of nearly 18 months due to a severe knee injury.
The Premier League's strict measures against time-wasting during this season have significantly extended the duration of an average match by approximately 12 minutes, consequently leading to an increase in overall action, number of cards issued, and goals scored.
The Kroenke family, owners of Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, are engaged in a growing dispute with FIFA regarding the terms of the agreement to host matches for the 2026 men's World Cup. This has led to escalating tensions between the two parties.
Ahead of their upcoming match on Friday, Sweden captain Kosovare Asllani reveals that her team is planning a collective display of support alongside the Spain Women's team. This gesture comes in light of Spain's preparations for their first match since the incident involving Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso after the World Cup final.
Scott Munn officially started work as Tottenham Hotspur's new chief football officer on Thursday.
THE TIMES
Europe's Ryder Cup players have been practising with their team-mates' golf balls in an attempt to avoid the last-minute pairings reshuffle that affected the build-up in 2021.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Tottenham Hotspur will avoid experiencing another period of uncertainty regarding their star player by opting to extend Heung-min Son's contract.
Romelu Lukaku, currently on loan at Roma, has suffered another setback as Roc Nation Sports has ended their association.
James Anderson is on track to extend his international career for a 23rd year as he has received a new contract in a group of central contracts that encompasses approximately 20 multi-year agreements. Following accusations of racism from Azeem Rafiq leading to his dismissal as Yorkshire coach, Andrew Gale has now been appointed as the head of Cricket Tasmania's male performance pathway.
The English Football League and club officials met this week to discuss increasing financial redistribution, and the Premier League is optimistic about reaching a deal.
EVENING STANDARD
David Raya insists he always backed himself to become Arsenal No 1, but says he and Aaron Ramsdale are in the dark over who will start the north London derby.
Marco Silva acknowledged that he has no power over Joao Palhinha's future, as rumors persist that Bayern Munich will persist in their attempts to secure the player during the January transfer period.
Winger Nemanja Jovic is reportedly on Celtic's radar as he weighs up his next move - and the Scottish champions may already have their answer after the player's agent broke his silence.
SCOTTISH SUN
Aberdeen hit out at a "small minority" of their own fans after missiles including a lit flare were thrown at Eintracht Frankfurt fans during the Europa League clash in Germany.