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LATEST ON GARY MONK TO LEEDS

Wednesday 1st June 2016

Sky sources understand former Swansea manager Garry Monk is the frontrunner to take over from Steve Evans as head coach of Leeds United...


NEW LEEDS MANAGER ODDS

Garry Monk is Sky Bet's 1/3 favourite to replace Steve Evans at Leeds while Ivan Juric (12/1), Steve Kean (14/1), Luis Diego Lopez (18/1) and Roberto Stellone (20/1) are among the other names in the betting. Former player Gary McAllister can be backed at 25/1 while Neil Lennon and Neil Warnock are both priced at 28/1.



BREAKING NEWS

Manager Steve Evans has parted company with Leeds United.

Club chairman Massimo Cellino said in a statement: “I would like to thank Steve Evans for his efforts as the head coach of Leeds United.

“Steve completed the job he was brought in to carry out – to keep the team in the Championship - and his hard work here has been greatly appreciated. I wish him and Paul Raynor the very best for the future.

“We have, however, decided that a different approach is required in order to achieve our targets for the new season.

“The club is now looking to appoint a new head coach to build on the good work of Steve and Paul and deliver the special season which our supporters deserve.”

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" DAILY MIRROR "

Barcelona and Argentina star Lionel Messi missed the first day of his tax fraud trial ahead of the Copa America Centenario.

Former Liverpool favourite Pepe Reina could be back at Anfield, as Jurgen Klopp looks to re-sign the former fan's favourite.

Tottenham are in transfer talks over Alexandre Lacazette but face a fee and deadline hurdles in pursuit of the Lyon star.

" DAILY MAIL "

Newly-promoted Middlesbrough are targeting Sevilla striker and World Cup winner Fernando Llorente.

Juventus striker Alvaro Morata is keen on sealing a summer return to Real Madrid but is refusing to rule out a move to the Premier League, with Manchester United and Arsenal among his admirers.

Andriy Shevchenko has told his old club AC Milan to sign Dynamo Kiev's Andriy Yarmolenko.

Juve star Paul Pogba will be targeted by Real Madrid if he becomes available this summer, club president Florentino Perez has confirmed.

" THE SUN "


Roberto Di Matteo is set to become Aston Villa's new manager on a £35,000-a-week contract.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is aiming to bring Kop legend Pepe Reina back to Anfield after his Napoli stint.

Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani has indicated that he could be heading to Atletico Madrid this summer.

Dani Alves' move from Barcelona to Juventus will be confirmed 'within days', according to the Italian media.

Bayern Munich have turned down a stunning £38million offer from Real Madrid for Austria defender / midfielder David Alaba.

WHERE NEXT FOR MATA AND BLIND?

Daley Blind and Juan Mata may be surplus to requirements for Jose Mourinho, but the duo are sure to attract plenty of suitors.

SSN HQ understands Mourinho is willing to accept suitable bids for the two players shortly after taking charge at Man Utd, with neither player fitting his physical profile for their respective positions.

Sky Bet have wasted little time in pricing up where the duo will head next with some of Europe's top sides expected to be alerted by their availability and click here to where the pair maybe playing next season...

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' DAILY STAR '

Manchester United and Chelsea target Paul Pogba has been house hunting in Barcelona, according to reports in Spain.

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema could be set for a stunning move to Manchester United this summer.

Liverpool, Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain are battling for Roma's £22m-rated Germany international Antonio Rudiger.

' DAILY EXPRESS '

La Liga champions Barcelona have reportedly joined Manchester United in the race for Sevilla midfielder Grzegorz Krychowiak.

Arsenal have set their sights on Inter Milan defender Jeison Murillo, but face competition from Leicester and Stoke.

Tottenham are reportedly considering a summer move for Ajax youngster Riechedly Bazoer.

Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool have been handed a boost in the race to sign Atletico Nacional striker Marlos Moreno.

' THE GUARDIAN '

Giuseppe Rossi should have chosen to play international football for USA instead of Italy, the Fiorentina striker's agent has admitted.

' THE DAILY TELEGRAPH '

Wales winger George Williams is relishing the battle with former MK Dons team-mate Dele Alli at Euro 2016 this summer.

STUBBS TO TAKE OVER AT ROTHERHAM

Hibs boss Alan Stubbs will take over as the new Rotherham manager on a three-year deal, subject to compensation being agreed with his employers, according to Sky sources.

' LONDON EVENING STANDARD '


Reece Oxford wants to establish himself in the West Ham first team next season amid links with a move to Manchester United.

Ben Davies has revealed the Tottenham squad joked Mauricio Pochettino would leave the club for Man Utd after the Spurs boss was spotted having lunch with Sir Alex Ferguson last month.

Calum Chambers was reluctant to discuss his Arsenal future after helping England U21s to the Toulon Tournament title, and instead wants to focus on playing regularly.

' LIVERPOOL ECHO '

Aston Villa youngster Jack Grealish is the latest player to be linked with manager-less Everton.

Carlo Ancelotti named Steven Gerrard as the one player he regrets not signing, saying "I tried to buy him from Liverpool, but it just was not possible".

Swansea City face competition from Brendan Rodgers' Celtic and will need to pay "big money" to sign Wales international Joe Allen from Liverpool this summer.

Dave Jones has had a second interview with Blackpool as the club's search for a new manager continued over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Kasper Schmeichel insists he is ready to fight for the No 1 jersey as the Premier League champions look to bring in competition for the Dane this summer.

Manchester United transfer target Alvaro Morata has hinted at a Premier League move, saying England would be a "great destination".

Daley Blind wants to stay and fight for his place at United despite speculation Jose Mourinho will look to sell the Dutchman this summer.

Barnsley are the first team in Football League history to lose 8+ consecutive games in a season and be promoted in the same season.

Bolton Wanderers

Bolton failed to win an away league game this season for just the third time in their history (also 1949/50 and 1979/80).

Brighton and Hove Albion

Brighton lost just five league games in 2015/16, the fewest they'd ever lost in any season in their history.

SPURS WANT DEENEY

Tottenham are lining up a summer move for Watford striker Troy Deeney, according to The Sun.

Mauricio Pochettino wants a forward as cover for Harry Kane and is believed to have identified 27-year-old Deeney as the perfect back-up to the England man.

Spurs have been linked with a number of younger forwards, including Marseille's Michy Batshuayi and FC Basel's Breel Embolo, but recent reports have claimed neither would be content as the club's No 2 option.

PAPER TALK

Newly-promoted Middlesbrough are targeting Sevilla striker and World Cup winner Fernando Llorente. (Daily Mail)

Former Liverpool favourite Pepe Reina could be back at Anfield, as Jurgen Klopp looks to re-sign the former fan's favourite. (Daily Mirror)

Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani has indicated that he could be heading to Atletico Madrid this summer. (The Sun)


Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema could be set for a stunning move to Manchester United this summer. (Daily Star)

Cardiff City lost only one of their last 19 home games (0-2 v Leeds in March) last season

LATEST ON MONK TO LEEDS

Wednesday 1st June 2016

Sky sources understand former Swansea manager Garry Monk is the frontrunner to take over from Steve Evans as head coach of Leeds United...

SWANS TAKEOVER 'CLOSE'

Swansea City's drawn out takeover could be agreed on Wednesday, Sky sources understand.

One remaining financial issue is expected to be sorted out by the close of business, allowing an American investment group to take charge of the Premier League club.

MORE ON DI MATTEO TO VILLA

Reports earlier this morning revealed Aston Villa are close to appointing Roberto Di Matteo as Remi Garde's successor, but here's the latest from our Sky sources...

"The club's new owner Dr Tony Xia is understood to have been impressed with Di Matteo's CV and his plans for the Villa squad. Dr Xia's £76m takeover will only be concluded once he passes the Premier League's owners' and directors' test.

"Di Matteo, who stepped down at Schalke a year ago after a seven-month spell at the German club, is understood to have been at the top of Villa's wish-list ever since the takeover, with Xia looking to make a marquee appointment, which could come within 48 hours."

TYSON OUT AT DONCASTER

One in, one out at Doncaster Rovers. They confirmed the arrival of defender Joe Wright this morning, and that's been followed by the announcement that striker Nathan Tyson has left the club by mutual consent.

CHELSEA 'BID FOR RUDIGER'

Chelsea have made a £23m bid for Roma defender Antonio Rudiger, reports Il Tempo in Italy.

The Germany international signed for Roma earlier this week, making his loan move from Stuttgart permanent.

But a number of reports in Italy claim it will only be stop-gap for Rudiger, with Liverpool, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus all interested.

For Roma's part, they would stand to make a considerable profit from the transaction, having paid around £8m to sign Rudiger permanently.

EVERTON MISS OUT ON MONCHI

Everton look set to be frustrated in their attempts to bring Sevilla sporting director Monchi to Goodison Park.

The Toffees have been attempting to bring in Monchi - real name Ramon Rodriguez Verdejo - in a similar role to the one he has been performing at the Spanish club.

However, it appears he is staying with Sevilla - according to Sky sources - and, that even if he left, a release clause of around £3.8m would have to be met.

It is thought the recruitment of Monchi would be key in persuading Sevilla coach Unai Emery - who has reportedly held talks with Everton officials - to take over from Roberto Martinez as manager.

BRUCE TO TAKE 10 DAYS

Steve Bruce will consider his future as Hull City manager over the next 10 days before making a decision, Sky sources understand.

Bruce guided Hull back to the Premier League via the play-offs after a 1-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday at Wembley on May 28, but after the match appeared to cast doubt on whether he will remain in charge next season.

MANAGER MARKETS

Sky Bet have withdrawn their next Leeds manager market following several large bets on former Swansea boss Garry Monk.