Kobbie Mainoo: England boss Thomas Tuchel was unimpressed by unused Manchester United midfielder during World Cup training – Paper Talk | Football News
The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…
ENGLAND
Thomas Tuchel was unhappy with what he saw from Kobbie Mainoo in training in the build-up to the Ghana group game. The Manchester United midfielder was set to feature amid Declan Rice‘s fitness concerns. – Daily Mail
Argentina were stunned by England‘s response to taking the lead in their World Cup semi-final and were shocked by the defensive nature of Thomas Tuchel‘s substitutions. – Independent
Some England players believe the tactical changes did not help the team against Argentina. – Daily Mail
Lionel Messi tore England’s failed tactics to shreds with a scathing assessment after Argentina knocked Thomas Tuchel‘s men out of the World Cup. – The Sun
In a now-deleted post, Enzo Fernandez reposted a picture from another page aiming a dig at England featuring himself, Lionel Messi and Leandro Paredes laughing with Oasis hit Wonderwall as the background music. – Daily Mail
Arsenal‘s William Saliba is expected to play no part when France face England this weekend, amid fears he requires back surgery. – The Sun
Chelsea were forced to delete a photograph of Enzo Fernandez from their social media pages on Wednesday evening, amid waves of backlash from English fans. – Football London
PREMIER LEAGUE
Marcus Rashford has turned down offers more lucrative than his current Manchester United terms and his £40m release clause has expired. – The Athletic
Arsenal are showing a strong interest in signing Cardiff City youngster Axel Donczew. – Telegraph
Nottingham Forest have stepped up their pursuit of Fiorentina right-back Dodo. – RTI Esporte
Newcastle have held talks with Brighton over the potential signing of goalkeeper Carl Rushworth. – Daily Mail
Tottenham remain in discussions over the final details of a deal for Manchester City winger Savinho. – Daily Mail
Chelsea have rejected two offers from Como for Trevoh Chalobah, with at least two other clubs also interested in the defender. – Football London
SCOTTISH FOOTBALL
Lawrence Shankland was named Rangers‘ captain for their latest friendly in Spain. – Scottish Sun
Callum Osmand plans to meet with Martin O’Neil to discuss his role at Celtic. – Scottish Sun






