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Daily Mail back page Guardian sports section 1 of 2 Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold continues to be courted by Real Madrid, Manchester City remain keen on Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz and Arsenal are in pole position to sign Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. Real Madrid are ready to step up their pursuit of Liverpool full-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, with Los Blancos confident of signing the 26-year-old England international. (Telegraph - subscription required), external Al-Hilal boss Jorge Jesus wants to sign Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah this summer, with the 32-year-old Egyptian out of contract at the end of the season. (Daily Mirror), external But hopes of signing Salah from Liverpool are fading among clubs in Saudi Arabia, who feel they are being used as leverage in contract negotiations. (The I), external Liverpool insist Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, 25, is not for sale despite interest from the Saudi Pro-League. (Mail - subscription required), external Arsenal are the most likely candidate to sign Athletic Bilbao and Spain forward Nico Williams, 22. (Fichajes), external Arsenal made an enquiry for Stoke City defender Jaden Dixon on transfer deadline day and are continuing to monitor the 17-year-old England youth player. (Football Insider), external Manchester City are monitoring Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton following the 21-year-old England international's return from injury. (Football Insider), external Pep Guardiola remains determined to bring Germany attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz to Manchester City - even though the 21-year-old is set to sign a new contract with Bayer Leverkusen. (Bild - in German), external Former Manchester United boss, Dutchman Erik ten Hag, 55, has been linked with the vacant Feyenoord manager job. (Daily Mirror), external Everton would like to bring in former player David Weir as their director of football, a position the 54-year-old Scot currently occupies at Brighton. (Telegraph - subscription required), external Manchester United have received a huge boost in their pursuit of 17-year-old Sporting wing-back Geovany Quenda, with the versatile Portugal Under-21 international keen on a move to Old Trafford. (Teamtalk), external Sheffield United are keen on signing defender Owen Beck, 22, and forward Lewis Koumas, 19, from Liverpool if they win promotion to the Premier League from the Championship. The Welsh duo are currently on loan at Blackburn and Stoke respectively. (Mail - subscription required), external Borussia Dortmund expect to sell Jamie Gittens, 20, this summer and have valued the winger at £66m-£83m (80m-100m euros), with the England Under-21 international attracting interest from Chelsea and Bayern Munich. (Bild), external Crystal Palace's French striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, 27, is a target for Lyon and Atletico Madrid. (Caughtoffside), external Arsenal, Chelsea & Liverpool eye Huijsen - Wednesday's gossip Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast Get the latest from your club 'Goodison was never going to go quietly - but this was something else' Kane goal proves winner as Celtic lose to Bayern in Champions League 'We focus on ourselves' - what has derby drama done to title race? The story behind a rugby icon who faded into the shadows Gavin Henson was everywhere, then he wasn’t. Does he want to be found? Superman & Lois: The epic fourth and final series The Kents must fight with everything they have Sunil Patel’s satirical guide on being a true gentleman Join the comedian and broadcaster in his new get-rich-quick scheme Uncover the mystery of a haunted charity shop Danny Robins investigates real-life stories of the supernatural Who could replace Gatland as next Wales head coach? 'Profound injustice' - US Open criticised over mixed doubles change Man City's lack of belief and ageing team exposed by ruthless Real Madrid The Afghan women's team who will not be silenced Super Bowl win sees Mailata complete 'greatest story in football' Football Daily. Audio Football Daily In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week End of a dynasty? What next for the Chiefs after Super Bowl blowout? Lions watch week two: Fly-halves, flankers & props star 'Ireland live rent free in Scotland's heads - again' Philadelphia Eagles destroy Kansas City Chiefs to win Super Bowl. Video Philadelphia Eagles destroy Kansas City Chiefs to win Super Bowl Boom or bust? Golf in flux but is it really thriving? 'Complete team' Ireland in driving seat for hat-trick Hoy reception & England's dramatic finish in Six Nations best moments. Video Hoy reception & England's dramatic finish in Six Nations best moments Fin Smith's composure gives England vital new dimension - Dawson 'I'm happy it was like that' - so was FA Cup better without VAR? Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.