' ITS MONDAY 16TH MAY & ALL THE FOOTBALL STARTS HERE '

' ITS MONDAY 16TH MAY & ALL THE FOOTBALL STARTS HERE '

Welcome,today is the start of a week full of football action on and off the pitch



Crystal Palace this week are expected to put in an offer for Cardiff central defender Bruno Ecuele Manga.

Everton are preparing for life without Romelu Lukaku by lining up Saido Berahino and hope to land him in a £12m deal this summer.

Liverpool are set to complete the signing of Croatian midfielder Piotr Zielinski from Udinese this week.

Liverpool are also being linked with FSV Mainz goalkeeper Loris Karius; the 22-year-old's contract contains an £8m release clause.

DAILY MAIL


West Ham face battle to keep Reece Oxford as Arsenal and Manchester City continue to show interest in the 17-year-old who burst onto the scene at the start of the season.

Rafa Benitez has held talks with Mike Ashley over staying as Newcastle boss admitting: 'It is not easy to leave a club like this'.

Andros Townsend looks to have won the battle to make England's Euro 2016 squad, edging out Theo Walcott. Arsenal's Jack Wilshere and Liverpool's Jordan Henderson will also make the cut.

DAILY STAR

Granit Xhaka wants his move to Arsenal to be completed quickly. The Swiss midfielder looks increasingly certain to head to the Emirates for £33m this summer.

Dean Sturridge has revealed that Christian Benteke is set to leave Liverpool this summer. Dean - the uncle of Kop star Daniel - said 'He will get his move next season. He doesn't seem to fit into what the manager wants from his strikers'.


Arsene Wenger has revealed he is looking to sign three players this summer, saying 'that's the right level for me'.

DAILY MIRROR


Manchester United youngster Cameron Borthwick-Jackson, who has burst onto the scene this season, is set to agree a new four-year deal with the club.


David Unsworth promises the next manager at Goodison Park will discover "a goldmine" at Everton.


A Manchester United fan who had travelled from Sierra Leone to watch his heroes in action for the first time was left distraught when the Bournemouth match was called off. However, fellow supporters saved the day, by paying for his flight to be changed so he can attend Saturday's FA Cup final at Wembley instead.

DAILY EXPRESS


Mnachester United have not made an offer for Gabriel Jesus, his agent has confirmed. Reports had suggested United were lining up a £19m bid for the striker who has scored 15 goals for Palmeiras this season.

KOEMAN EYEING SAINTS FUTURE

Southampton manager Ronald Koeman says he wants to stay at the club after securing a Europa League spot for next season.

Goals from Sadio Mane, Graziano Pelle, Ryan Bertrand and Steven Davis helped secure a convincing win over FA Cup finalists Crystal Palace and with reports earlier on in the week that Koeman may leave St Mary's, the Dutchman confirmed he would like to stay at the club and lead them next season.

"I still have a one-year contract," he said after the match. "I spoke to the board and we had the meeting and it's always my wish to stay because I like the club, fans and players.

"We understand every time its (the ambition) more difficult because we need to improve, and expectation will be higher than it was two years ago and if we have the same ambition again then no problem."

NEIL 'LIKELY' TO STAY ON

Alex Neil says he wants to change the mentality of Norwich for next season and revealed it "looks likely" he will be the man in charge of their promotion push.

The Canaries ended their campaign with a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park four days after their relegation from the Premier League was sealed.

There has been speculation about whether Neil would stay on as manager but he confirmed that now looks to be the case. However, he admitted he was not sure if he would be doing so with the same squad of players. But Neil says it 'looks likely' he will remain as Norwich boss.

The 34-year-old said: "There's been brief discussions. I'll have more discussions tomorrow but it looks likely at the moment that I'll be here for next season."

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REID INTERESTED IN BOLTON

Peter Reid admits he would be prepared to make a return to management with Bolton in Sky Bet League One next term.

With chairman Ken Anderson and chief executive Dean Holdsworth still seeking a permanent successor to Neil Lennon, Reid has confirmed he would be willing to discuss taking charge of the club where his professional playing career began in 1974.

"If I got offered a chance to sit down and talk, I'd do it," he said at a charity game staged at the Macron Stadium on Saturday.

"It's a big job but I have had plenty of them in football. I have always been a competitor and certainly this job is a competitive one."

ROSSITER THANKS LIVERPOOL

Jordan Rossiter has thanked Liverpool as he prepares to end his 13-year association with his boyhood club. The 19-year-old will join Rangers upon the expiry of his Reds contract this summer, having been unable to agree a new deal at Anfield.

The news emerged earlier this month, and was confirmed by the Scottish Championship winners on Friday. Rossiter joined Liverpool as a six-year-old, and made five senior appearances for the Reds.

On Sunday, he tweeted: “Had a brilliant 13 years at Liverpool, thanks to all the staff and players at who have helped along the way.

“Can't wait to get started at another massive club @RangersFC.”

BIG SAM GETS TO BUSINESS

Sam Allardyce expects to hold talks over the future of Sunderland’s loan players this week, report the Shields Gazette.

The Sunderland manager’s first job is to see whether loanees Yann M’Vila, DeAndre Yedlin and Dame N’Doye will be back at the Stadium of Light next season after all featured in the 2-2 draw at Watford.

“I have spoken to their agents and said you will be contacted very quickly, in the next few days or so to see what lies,” he said.

“We should be talking about Yann M’Vila, DeAndre Yedlin and Dame N’Doye more than anyone (from the Watford game).

“We will move as quickly as possible and make sure we make the right decisions.”

BENTEKE 'LEAVING LIVERPOOL'

Dean Sturridge has revealed that Christian Benteke is set to leave Liverpool this summer, report the Daily Star.

Belgium international Benteke has struggled to cement his position in Jurgen Klopp's first-team on a regular basis and has subsequently been linked with a move away from Anfield - just under a year since he joined the club.

And now Dean - the uncle of Kop star Daniel - claims the former Aston Villa striker's time on Merseyside will shortly come to an end, citing his inability to adapt to Klopp's demands.

"He will get his move next season," Sturridge said. "He doesn't seem to fit into what the manager wants from his strikers."

NO EVERTON APPROACH FOR MOURINHO

Jose Mourinho has not been approached by Everton about the vacant managerial position at Goodson Park, according to Sky sources.

The Toffees sacked Roberto Martinez on Thursday, bringing an end to his three-year reign at the club, following a disappointing campaign in which they finished 11th in the Barclays Premier League.

Reports this weekend claimed Everton had made contact with former Chelsea manager Mourinho to discover if he would be interested in taking over at Goodison Park, although Sky Sports News HQ has been told that is not the case.

Mourinho is keeping his options open and it is understood he would prefer a move to Manchester United if they decide to make a managerial change, replacing Louis Van Gaal this summer.

JAMES OFFERED TO UNITED

Manchester United have been offered Real Madrid playmaker James Rodriguez, according to the Daily Star.

The 24-year-old has played a bit-part role at the Bernabeu since Zinedine Zidane’s appointment as head coach in January.

In fairness, the Colombia international struggled for a place in Rafa Benitez’s side prior to his sacking, as his influence following a stunning debut season slowly diminished.

As such, Real are willing to cash in on Rodriguez, who they signed following his eye-catching performances at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

The Star claims Los Blancos value the midfielder at £60m, meaning United would have to break the £59.7m British transfer record they paid for Angel di Maria.

West Ham United are believed to be interested in signing Cardiff City defender Bruno Ecuele Manga this summer, according to the Evening Standard.

FER WANTS SWANSEA STAY

Leroy Fer hopes Swansea and parent-club Queens Park Rangers can reach an agreement so he can sign permanently at the Liberty Stadium.

The end of the season has marked the end of the 26-year-old's loan at Swansea, and the Netherlands international is keen to remain in south Wales.

"The clubs have to sort it out, but I'm very happy [at Swansea]," he told the BBC. "Hopefully in the future I can sign a deal.

“I want to be more and more important for Swansea because the four months went well. I just need to wait and hopefully I can stay in Swansea."

WEST HAM SWEAT OVER OXFORD

Reece Oxford is ready to keep West Ham waiting before committing himself to a new contract, reports the Daily Mirror.

The talented teenager Oxford wants to get more playing time on the pitch before deciding whether to sign a new deal.

The Mirror claim the Hammers have offered the 17-year-old a new long-term contract to try to tie down their most sought-after youngster.

However, Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United have all been keeping tabs on the situation and could be tempted to make a bid this summer.

ABERDEEN CONFIRM DEPARTURES

No more than 10 players have parted company with Aberdeen, the Scottish Premiership runners-up have announced.

Goalkeeper Scott Brown, defender Michael Rose and striker David Goodwillie who has been on loan at Ross County will all be moving on.

After the conclusion of their loan spells striker Simon Church and goalkeeper Adam Collin will return to their parent clubs.

Midfielder Barry Robson has announced his retirement from playing, while U20s players Kalvin Orsi, Lukas Culjak, Sam Robertson and Liam Lambert have also left the club.

Celtic legend glad that club have interviewed controversial manager and backs Malky Mackay


Date: 16th May 2016

Written by David Tully

Former Celtic player and manager Davie Hay is glad that the Bhoys have interviewed former Cardiff City and Wigan Athletic manager Malky Mackay about replacing Ronny Deila at Parkhead.

The Scottish Daily Mail has reported that Mackay had met with the Celtic hierarchy, and writing in his column for the Glasgow Evening Times Hay said he believes the text message controversy, where Mackay was discovered to have written and sent racist, homophobic and sexist messages to his head of recruitment, Iain Moody, whilst Cardiff manager, should not have a bearing on the club’s decision:


“I know there are some Hoops supporters who wouldn’t welcome Malky’s appointment, But he has great coaching and managerial experience at a high level and enjoyed success at Cardiff.”

“His time there ended in disappointment when he was sacked. His reputation, too, has been tarnished by the controversy over the text messages which he sent which were allegedly racist and sexist in their nature. I don’t know the full story about what went on at Cardiff, but I know Malky personally and I can tell you for a fact he is not that type of bloke. ”

“From a football perspective, he is a good manager and a coach. He did an exceptional job at Cardiff and I think he could do the same at Celtic.”

Barnsley sign Barnet skipper Andy Yiadom to Oakwell on a two-year deal!

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REGIONAL PAPER TALK

16/05/16

Here’s a look at the main transfer stories making Monday’s regional back pages...

Mikel Arteta has opened the door for a move toManchester Cityafter bidding an emotional farewell to Arsenal. (Manchester Evening News)



Liverpool have agreed a £9million deal with Udinese for the 21-year-old Piotr Zielinski, according to reports. (Liverpool Echo)



Georginio Wijnaldumwas non-committal when asked about his future at St James’ Park following Newcastle’s relegation. (Newcastle Chronicle)



Birmingham Cityare keeping tabs on Sunderland striker Danny Graham - but League One champions Wigan look favourites for the 30-year-old’s signature. (Birmingham Mail)


Former Middlesbrough academy starlet James Morrison would be very interested in returning to the Riverside this summer. (Birmingham Mail)


Southampton are prepared they could lose players again during the summer, but they are ready to come back stronger once more. (Daily Echo)

CHELSEA MUST KEEP TERRY

Antonio Conte’s transition to Premier League management will be easier if Chelsea retain John Terry, according to former Blues assistant Steve Clarke.

Terry, who has made more than 700 Chelsea appearances, is set to depart this summer but Clarke believes Conte would benefit from the club captain's presence for at least another season.

"John has been there so long, he understands the club and knows it inside out. He understands the passion of the supporters and it is just my personal opinion, but I think he would be a big help for the incoming manager," Clarke told Sky Sports News HQ.