Plus: Tottenham star Xavi Simons set to study at Harvard University; Alejandro Garnacho understood to be making progress after an anonymous start at Aston Villa; Scott McTominay is being eyed by Real Madrid The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers… Manchester United have made JJ Gabriel an official scholarship contract offer, but remain at risk of losing the teenage forward for as little as £350,000. – Guardian Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Tottenham star Xavi Simons is going back to school to study business at the prestigious Harvard University, which accepted him during his recovery from a knee injury. – The Sun Aston Villa sources believe Alejandro Garnacho is beginning to progress after a tough start to life in the Midlands. – The Athletic Spurs are in talks over a new contract for Luca Williams-Barnett, who is being monitored by the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United. – The Sun Thriving Manchester United reject Scott McTominay is reportedly being eyed by Real Madrid. -The Sun Jose Mourinho has reportedly been unable to stamp out the infighting in the Real Madrid dressing room after details of a recent altercation were leaked. – Mirror Manchester United vs Tottenham: Different summer transfer strategies collide on Saturday at Old Trafford England Women in World Cup 2027 play-offs: Lionesses have obligation to prove themselves after Spain disappointment Who has the deepest squad in the Premier League? Chelsea transfer news, rumours and gossip: Live updates and latest on deals, signings, loans and contracts Liverpool vs Man City: How to European football news and transfers: Barcelona, Real Madrid, PSG, Bayern Munich latest and more MLS commissioner Don Garber says they would “love” to welcome England captain Harry Kane as the next high profile signing. – Mirror Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother Dolores Aveiro has admitted she cried after her son quit the Portugal camp “through the back door”. – The Sun
