The top stories and transfer rumours from Monday’s newspapers…
DAILY MIRROR
Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is Germany’s No 1 target to replace Julian Nagelsmann if the former Bayern Munich coach leaves after the 2026 World Cup.
Trent Alexander-Arnold has refused to commit his future to Liverpool beyond the summer, claiming trophies will be the deciding factor in his contract talks.
The Premier League has joined ranks with Europe’s other top leagues to ensure that next summer’s transfer window closes before the season kicks-off.
Fulham’s Emile Smith-Rowe admits his confidence is soaring after emerging from his “tough” time at Arsenal.
Bernardo Silva slammed Arsenal for their negative approach and time-wasting tactics in their epic 2-2 draw at Manchester City.
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Jamie Carragher and Gary Neville are both enjoying the growing rivalry between Manchester City and Arsenal after their fiery 2-2 draw
DAILY EXPRESS
F1 star Daniel Ricciardo has confessed his interest in exploring a NASCAR stint in the future, amid swirling rumours about his potential farewell.
Former Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg has slammed the Merseyside outfit for the way they treated him, even though his exit did a massive favour for Arne Slot and FSG.
THE SUN
Mehrdad Ghodoussi went to see Tottenham vs Arsenal last week as investment talks continue. Ghodoussi, the husband and business partner of Amanda Staveley, was a VIP guest while a potential cash injection into Spurs was discussed in the background.
Liverpool will battle Manchester United in the transfer race for Fulham left-back Antonee Robinson.
Antonee Robinson has impressed for Fulham in recent seasons
Kyle Walker confronted referee Michael Oliver in the tunnel at half-time of Man City’s clash with Arsenal, it’s alleged.
EVENING STANDARD
Daniel Dubois is targeting a rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, but may first face a second fight against Anthony Joshua.
David Raya was filmed limping and with his knee bandaged as he left the Etihad Stadium with the Arsenal players.
THE TIMES
Preston North End forward Milutin Osmajic is at risk of receiving a lengthy ban after he was accused of biting the Liverpool loanee Owen Beck on the back of his neck during a feisty Lancashire derby.
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Owen Beck was sent off for Blackburn in the Lancashire derby against Preston for kicking out at Duane Holmes, before making an allegation that he was bitten by Milutin Osmajic in the ensuing melee
Carlos Alcaraz has become the latest player to air deep concerns about the packed tennis calendar, claiming that the sport’s governing bodies “are going to kill us in some way” because of the physical and mental demands.
THE TELEGRAPH
Nottingham Forest are furious with the decision-making process by the match officials in the 2-2 draw with Brighton and believe it goes directly against guidelines they were given before the season.
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Highlights from Brighton’s match against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League
THE ATHLETIC
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick says goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen suffered a “huge injury” during their 5-1 LaLiga win over Villarreal on Sunday.
The Football Association (FA) is investigating after Blackburn Rovers left-back Owen Beck accused Preston North End forward Milutin Osmajic of biting him.
DAILY MAIL
Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich team-mates were joined by their partners for a boozy day of Oktoberfest celebrations as the iconic German festival got underway.
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Highlights from the Bundesliga match between Bayern Munich and Werder Bremen
Brendan Rodgers vowed that he won’t make so many changes to his line-up again after Celtic had to dig deep to see off Falkirk.
THE SCOTTISH SUN
Cameron Carter-Vickers is an injury worry for Celtic ahead of their next Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund in Germany.
Two former top-flight referees emotionally revealed they were both “devastated” after being banished to lower-league matches.