Premier League news and talking points
Tottenham set to offer Pochettino a new deal
The Daily Telegraph reports that Tottenham are willing to offer manager Mauricio Pochettino a “lucrative new contract” to fend off interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.
Spurs move into their new stadium next season and they want the highly-rated Pochettino to lead the club for the long-term. Tottenham are also in talks with midfielder Dele Alli about new terms, says the Telegraph, and are expected to offer star striker Harry Kane a contract extension at the end of the season.
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Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba wants Old Trafford boss Jose Mourinho to change the team’s formation so he can play in a more attacking role. The Daily Record says that the France star is keen to play “on the left side of a midfield three” and have more impact on games.
‘Big six’ want bigger slice of TV revenues
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Zlatan goes house hunting in LA
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Premier League transfer news and gossip
Jack Wilshere: Arsenal to Juventus
Juventus have enquired about Arsenal star Jack Wilshere, the Daily Mirror reports. The England midfielder is out of contract at the end of the season and free to talk to foreign clubs. But the Mirror understands that the 26-year-old is keen to commit himself to the Gunners.
Toby Alderweireld: Tottenham to Real Madrid
Tottenham “contract rebel” Toby Alderweireld is wanted by Spanish giants Real Madrid. The Daily Mirror says that the defender is stalling on contract talks and this has alerted Real as well as Premier League rivals Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea.
Erik Lamela: Tottenham to Inter Milan
Erik Lamela is “open” to signing for Inter Milan says talkSPORT. The Tottenham winger played in Serie A for Roma and would be happy to return to Italy. After a year out with an injury, the Argentine has returned to the first-team squad at Spurs.
Luke Shaw: Manchester United to Arsenal/Chelsea
Left-back Luke Shaw has yet to start contract negotiations with Manchester United and this has put Premier League rivals Arsenal and Chelsea on alert. The Daily Mirror says that the England defender is “in line for a new deal” at Old Trafford as his contract expires at the end of next season.
