The top stories and transfer rumors from the Wednesday newspapers…
DAILY MAIL
Manchester United will not sack Erik ten Hag before this month’s FA Cup final, despite Monday night’s humiliating defeat at Crystal Palace increasing the pressure on the manager.
Paul Scholes believes Antony questioned Ten Hag when he held up three fingers at Mason Mount after Manchester United’s 4-0 defeat to Crystal Palace.
THE SUN
According to reports, Erik ten Hag is no longer in the running for the Bayern Munich job.
The biker whose leg was broken by Manchester United hero Nicky Butt in a road accident says it cost him his job and claims the star never apologized.
Rapper Bugzy Malone has revealed shocking talks about fighting Floyd Mayweather.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Manchester United’s army of opinionated former players is raising reservations among some potential candidates to replace Erik ten Hag as manager.
777 Group global sporting director Johannes Spors is among the names Newcastle United have considered in their search for Dan Ashworth’s successor.
Aston Villa’s crucial Europa Conference League semi-final second leg against Olympiakos will be officiated by a referee serving a six-month ban as part of a German match-fixing scandal.
County cricket is facing a new scheduling conflict amid fears more than 30 England players will miss the start of next season and even more homegrown players could become white-ball only.
THE TIMES
Despite Billy Vunipola’s arrest, Saracens will not change their policy
Saracens will not end their policy of taking players on friendly trips in mid-season despite Billy Vunipola being arrested during the team’s weekend trip to Mallorca.
The All England Club paid the LTA the highest overpayment of £48.8 million after publishing record financial figures for Wimbledon last year.
A former Chelsea manager has been banned from football for life after being accused of racist bullying.
DAILY MIRROR
Manchester United’s coaching staff believe there is a lack of a vocal presence in the dressing room – which has contributed to their decline this season.
Liverpool goalkeeping coach John Achterberg is expected to work with Anfield legend Steven Gerrard again when he leaves the Merseyside club at the end of the season.
Billy Vunipola recalled the “embarrassing” and “disappointing” moment he was arrested following an incident at a Mallorcan club – but admitted he doesn’t remember being tasered.
Jude Bellingham will win his first league title behind closed doors after Real Madrid reportedly rejected the idea of celebrating their La Liga win against Granada next weekend.
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Sky Sports News’ Melissa Reddy explains why Erik Ten Hag laughed off suggestions of an impending summer group at Manchester United
Sebastian Kehl believes Borussia Dortmund have already proven it was a good decision to bring Jadon Sancho back to Signal Iduna Park, but the sporting director did not say the Manchester United star would make a permanent move this summer.
Former Manchester United star Paul Parker has accused Rasmus Hojlund of behaving in a “really childish” way – but believes it is down to the influence of his team-mates.
THE SPORTY
Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr will appoint Fernando Hierro as its new sporting director.
DAILY STAR
Manchester United’s humiliating capitulation at Selhurst Park on Monday night could spark a summer exodus as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS era takes shape in the summer
According to insiders, Jose Mourinho is eager for a sensational second term at the helm of Manchester United.
DAILY RECORD
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly trying to lift Jeremie Frimpong’s release clause – which could scupper a move to Manchester United and a Celtic payday.
Australian winger Raphael Borges Rodrigues’ agent has hinted at a possible move to Rangers amid speculation of a possible move to Ibrox.
John Lundstram’s contract with the Rangers ends this summer
Jamie Murphy admits he cannot see John Lundstram staying at Rangers next season as the midfielder’s current contract nears its end.
The SPFL has reportedly lined up William Hill as the league’s new sponsor in a “record agreement”.
SCOTTISH SUN
Rangers keeper Jack Butland was spotted having heated words with a fan after Sunday’s win against Kilmarnock.
Former Rangers and Dundee United star Jon Daly has been released by St Patrick’s Athletic – just six months after lifting the cup.
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