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Tuesday's papers: Jesse Lingard, Virgil van Dijk, Kylian Mbappe

Tuesday's papers: Jesse Lingard, Virgil van Dijk, Kylian Mbappe
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Jesse Lingard and Timo Werner are both rumoured to be open to transfers- if the right club comes knocking.

What the papers say

Atletico Madrid and Roma are reportedly leading the chase for Jesse Lingard, if he decides to leave Manchester United. ESPN says the 27-year-old midfielder would prefer to stay at Old Trafford long-term, however he would be open to a move if he thinks it would benefit his form on the pitch.

Another player who is believed to be open to a move to the right destination is Timo Werner. The RB Leipzig and Germany striker, 23, is in the crosshairs of Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea, according to the Evening Standard.

Gareth Bale in action for Wales (Nigel French/PA)

Gareth Bale is more likely to opt for a move to the MLS or China than return to Tottenham, according to the Daily Star. The Real Madrid forward has two-and-a-half years left on his contract and is believed to regard a return to Spurs as a step backwards in his career.

Liverpool may be in the middle of a historic Premier League season, but that has not stopped the club from taking steps to keep that success going long-term. The Independent says the club is eager to tie defender Virgil Van Dijk and goalkeeper Alisson down to extensive new contracts.

Liverpool are looking to tie Alisson, left, and Virgil Van Dijk, right, down to new contracts
Liverpool are looking to tie Alisson, left, and Virgil Van Dijk, right, down to new contracts (Richard Sellers/PA)

Bournemouth striker Joshua King is frustrated with Manchester United for not making a third bid for him on transfer deadline day, according to The Athletic.

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Players to watch

Kylian Mbappe: Real Madrid are ready to make a move for the 21-year-old Paris St Germain forward, according to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo.

Manchester City v Chelsea – Premier League – Etihad Stadium
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is reportedly looking to sell goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga (Martin Rickett/PA)

Kepa Arrizabalaga: Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is in a battle with his club over the future of the 25-year-old goalkeeper, the Daily Mirror reports.

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