Man City and Tottenham suffer setback in pursuit of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze – Paper Talk | Football News

The most important stories and transfer rumors from Monday’s newspapers…

THE SUN

Manchester City and Tottenham have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Eberechi Eze. Eze’s release clause has now expired, meaning Crystal Palace can demand any fee they want for the former QPR man.

Scott McTominay wants to stay in the Premier League at all costs, with three clubs now following him.

The match between Chelsea and Manchester City made history and was the first match worth £1 billion.

Carney Chukwuemeka’s chances of leaving Chelsea for the first team have been hit by his huge salary. The midfielder, 20, could leave Stamford Bridge in this transfer window as Crystal Palace lead the queue for his signing.

Manchester United have been linked with a surprise move for Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili.

DAILY MIRROR

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sell winger Facundo Pellistri to Panathinaikos. Pellistri joined United from Penarol in 2020 but has made just 25 appearances for the club in all competitions.

New Juventus manager Thiago Motta has reiterated that winger Federico Chiesa is no longer in the club’s plans and is available for a transfer. Chiesa, 26, has been linked with several Premier League clubs including Liverpool, Chelsea and Newcastle.

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has indicated that Joao Felix still has a future at the club amid interest from Chelsea.

EVENING STANDARD

Ivan Toney wanted to play against Crystal Palace but was told less than 24 hours before the match that he would not be playing.

THE ATHLETIC

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick expects Ilkay Gundogan to stay at Barcelona this summer despite doubts over his future.

DAILY RECORD

Daniel Kelly is set to leave Celtic shortly after the Hoops accepted a bid from Millwall worth almost £400,000 plus early release bonuses.

Kilmarnock are reportedly seeking to have next weekend’s Premiership match against Aberdeen postponed in a bid to boost their chances of reaching the Conference League group stages.