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Sun back page The i back page Guardian back page Times back page 1 of 4 Aston Villa explore Jean-Philippe Mateta and Tammy Abraham moves, Manchester United decline Ajax's Manuel Ugarte approach and Bournemouth fight to keep Marcos Senesi. Aston Villa have expressed their interest in signing 28-year-old Crystal Palace and France striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, with the Eagles exploring a move for Villa's Ivory Coast international Evann Guessand, 24. (Athletic - subscription required), external Villa are also stepping up their efforts to sign Roma striker Tammy Abraham, who is currently on loan at Besiktas, with the club officials watching the 28-year-old England international play in Istanbul on Monday. (Sky Sports), external Ajax have asked about signing Manuel Ugarte, 24, on loan as they search for a defensive midfielder but Manchester United are not looking to move out the Uruguay international. (Athletic - subscription required), external Borussia Dortmund boss Niko Kovac has emerged as a new name on Manchester United's shortlist ro be their next manager but England head coach Thomas Tuchel and Marseille's Roberto de Zerbi remain their top two targets. (Mirror), external Inter Milan are exploring a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 33, but the Argentina international would have to accept a wage cut to sign next summer. (Sky Sports), external Bournemouth plan to resist any bids for Marcos Senesi, 28, this month with Chelsea, Juventus and Barcelona among clubs who have shortlisted the Argentina centre-back as a possible target. (Talksport), external Leon Bailey's loan spell at Roma has been cut short with the 28-year-old Jamaica winger returning to Aston Villa. (Sky Sports - in Italian), external Fulham are battling Wolfsburg and Real Betis in the race to sign Republic of Ireland forward Troy Parrott, 23, from AZ Alkmaar in the summer. (Independent), external Coventry City boss Frank Lampard is likely to be a strong contender to replace Oliver Glasner as Crystal Palace manager with the club also interested in Getafe's Jose Bordalas and Rayo Vallecano's Inigo Perez. (Talksport), external Sunderland have no intention of selling DR Congo midfielder Noah Sadiki, 21, to Manchester United but are willing to listen to offers for fringe players such as English goalkeeper Anthony Patterson, 25, and former England Under-20 midfielder Dan Neil, 24. (Sun), external Everton have enquired about the availability of Sunderland's 25-year-old French striker Wilson Isidor as they look to strengthen their attack. (Mirror), external Sheffield Wednesday's 17-year-old English defender Yisa Alao is edging closer to a January transfer to Premier League giants Chelsea. (Sheffield Star), external Konate's contract not settled - Tuesday's gossip Get the latest on your Premier League team All your football quizzes in one place Listen to the latest Football Daily podcast 'Good signs' or just buying time? Spurs remain divided on Frank future 'Tears in my eyes' - Jesus enjoys 'dream night' in San Siro 'Battered in Bodo' - is this more than just a blip for Man City? Toby Jones presents must-see Dad's Army moments A faceless hacker threatens to expose Finland's deepest secrets Father Brown has new mysteries to solve in the Cotswolds Digest some health claims made for fermented food Jellyfish-inspired outfit steals show in Osaka win The day I discovered the Everton contract Revie never signed Is a Panenka ever the right choice for a penalty? Who will win title race between Hearts, Celtic & Rangers? Man Utd's complicated relationship with Class of 92 Results, fans, fall-outs - factors that lead to managerial pressure 'Shameful' and 'terrible look' - the chaos that marred Senegal's Afcon triumph 'Arsenal will never forgive themselves if they don't win title now' Rams hold off Bears fightback in overtime classic. Video Rams hold off Bears fightback in overtime classic 'Abandoned' or 'business' - was Glasner right to 'attack' Palace owners? Bath v Saracens and Leicester at Bordeaux - Champions Cup last 16 How riverside walk & a nap set up Raducanu for dominant Melbourne win GB's Fear and Gibson can win Olympic medal - but only if they are flawless Avoiding FPL & watching sunrise - how tennis players cope with jetlag Boots from Easter Bunny and teenage parties - Glasner tells his story Bayern's record-breaking Bundesliga season in numbers Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.