Martin Zubimendi: Liverpool set to revive deal to sign Real Sociedad midfielder – Paper Talk

The top stories and transfer rumors from Wednesday's newspapers…

DAILY EXPRESS

Liverpool's failed bid to sign Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi last summer could reportedly be revived.

DAILY TELEGRAPH

Real Madrid are ready to abandon their pursuit of Trent Alexander-Arnold in January and wait to see if the Liverpool full-back will be available on a free transfer this summer.

Marc Guehi faces a ban from the Football Association after writing the words 'Jesus loves You' on his captain's rainbow armband in the match against Ipswich Town.

The senior leadership of the Rugby Football Union is facing a vote of no confidence as early as January over the bonus scandal that has engulfed the governing body.

Tiger Woods believes US Ryder Cup players should be paid £4million, not £315,000, for representing their country, but insists all money goes to charity.

THE SUN

Feyenoord striker Anis Hadj Moussa is emerging as a target for Premier League clubs in January.

Flamengo will leave the legendary Maracana stadium for a new, ultra-modern stadium in Rio de Janeiro.

Erik ten Hag has reportedly emerged as a management target for Bundesliga giants RB Leipzig.

Lower division clubs could see a 'challenge' system in place to overturn referee bloopers.

DAILY MIRROR

Feyenoord defender David Hancko has revealed he was outed by former boss Arne Slot when the pair discussed the possibility of a Liverpool reunion earlier this summer.

DAILY MAIL

Harry Maguire is reportedly hopeful that Manchester United will extend his contract beyond the end of the 2024/25 season.

Manchester United are assessing their goalkeeper options in case number 2 Altay Bayindir leaves during the January transfer window.

Manchester United scouts have gathered information on Francisco Moura and Samu Aghehowa, formerly Omorodion, when they were used in FC Porto's match against Ruben Amorim's former team Casa Pia.

The father of England star Marc Guehi has criticized the FA after his son was reprimanded for writing 'I love Jesus' on his rainbow captain's armband.

THE TIMES

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has insisted he will not raid the organisation's reserves to fund the new Club World Cup, despite failing so far to find a broadcaster for the tournament.

RFU chairman Rob Udwin has called an emergency council meeting for December 18 over the grassroots uprising against the union's under-fire leaders Bill Sweeney and Tom Ilube.

THE ATHLETIC

The Premier League has asked its clubs to send a sample letter to their local MPs as part of a lobbying effort to dramatically limit the powers of the proposed independent football regulator.

Reading owner Dai Yongge has rejected a bid for the League One club from former chairman Roger Smee, casting serious doubts over his desire to sell the club.

Former United States head coach Jill Ellis is leaving her position as president of San Diego Wave FC to become FIFA's Chief Football Officer.

Plymouth Argyle chairman Simon Hallett has insisted there are “no discussions underway” over Wayne Rooney's replacement as manager.

EVENING STANDARD

Tottenham's next signing Min-hyeok Yang will join the squad this month ahead of his official move from K League side Gangwon FC in January.

Chelsea are preparing for a tough Club World Cup draw after being placed in Pot 2 for Thursday's draw.

DAILY RECORD

Swedish football icon Zlatan Ibrahimovic will reportedly spearhead AC Milan's efforts to sign Bologna captain Lewis Ferguson in January.

Internacional has once again expressed its desire to sign Celtic loanee Alexandro Bernabei on a permanent basis.

Philippe Clement has revealed he wants to tie John Souttar to an extended Rangers contract.

Scotland manager Pedro Martinez Losa refused to discuss his long-term future after his side failed to reach next summer's European Championship.

SCOTTISH SUN

Rangers' talks with future chairman Malcolm Offord have stalled.

Jose Mourinho has launched a stunning defense of ex-Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst after he was sacked by Besiktas last week – despite them being rivals this season.