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Top transfer stories and rumors from Wednesday’s papers…

THE GUARDIAN

Jonathan David is the subject of a Premier League battle with Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham and West Ham all interested in the Canadian forward.

Manchester United are moving their women’s team into portable buildings at their Carrington training complex this season to allow the men’s team to use their facilities during renovations.

Historic Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem are facing bankruptcy after their professional football license was revoked for failing to submit the correct documentation before last week’s deadline.

DAILY MAIL

Barcelona have held talks with Hull City over a shock move for young striker Jaden Philogene, according to reports in Spain.

Germany’s plans for Euro 2024 have been hit by what is being called a ‘mosquito plague’ at their Herzogenaurach training base, which has forced more work to be done indoors than would be ideal.

Former Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi has retired from professional football and taken up a role as part of Germany’s U17 coaching staff.

SUN

Manchester United could enter the race to sign Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin if they fail to agree a deal with Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee.

Nottingham Forest are lining up a sensational move for their former striker Michail Antonio, who is also attracting interest from German side RB Leipzig.

TALKSPORT

Arsenal have reportedly put a £50m price tag on striker Eddie Nketiah.

THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

British & Irish Lions head coach Andy Farrell will have full selection freedom for next summer’s tour of Australia, with no pressure to select players from all four home nations or restrictions on those playing in France, opening up the to select his son Owen.

THE DAILY MIRROR

German police are investigating an incident in which one Croatia supporter was bitten by another as he struggled to get his hands on Luka Ivanusec’s shirt following the 1-1 draw with Italy.

TIMES

John McEnroe believes Wimbledon and other Grand Slam tournaments should do away with five sets and replace them with 10-point tie-breaks.

DAILY RECORD

Jack Butland is set to be named Rangers captain if James Tavernier leaves Ibrox this summer, possibly for a reunion with Steven Gerrard at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq.

Sead Haksabanovic’s unhappy spell at Celtic is coming to an end after a deal was agreed to send the Montenegro international to Swedish champions Malmo.

Ross County are weighing up a move for midfielder Charlie Telfer, who will be a free agent after his contract at Airdrie expires.

When does the summer transfer window open and close?

The 2024 summer transfer window in the Premier League and Scottish Premiership is officially open.

The window will close on August 30 at 11pm UK time in England and 11.30pm in Scotland.

The Premier League and Scottish Premiership have moved ahead of Deadline Day to link up with Europe’s other major leagues. The closing dates were set following discussions with leagues in England, Germany, Italy, Spain and France.