Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel prepared for Callum Hudson-Odoi and Conor Gallagher exits - Paper Round

Newcastle target Gallagher Newcastle United have drawn a blank in their pursuit of Leicester City midfielder James Maddison, and The Sun reports they are moving on to a new target. The next in line is Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher, with the 22-year-old midfielder linked with a £40 million move as he struggles for regular game time under German manager Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge.

Ad Premier LeagueChelsea agree personal terms with Leicester City defender Fofana — reports19 HOURS AGO Paper Round’s view: Gallagher showed his ability on loan at Crystal Palace, and given his age, a lot more can be expected from him over the coming years. If he continues to improve then he certainly has a chance of making his name at Chelsea or a similarly big club, but right now moving to Newcastle and Eddie Howe in order to keep getting minutes on the pitch makes sense.

Read the full story Ten Hag furious with United Erik ten Hag is already said to be furious with the performance of Manchester United’s transfer team. They were meant to land five players for the first team, including Frenkie de Jong, but instead have delivered just three players so far.

The Mirror reports that new striking target, Sasa Kalajdzic, is well down on the original shortlist provided by the Dutch manager. Paper Round’s view: United were absolutely abominable in the market under Ed Woodward, and instead of looking for a competent, external replacement, the Glazers promoted Richard Arnold, and kept transfer strategy in-house with Darren Fletcher and John Murtough.

Predictably so far, it has been an enormous waste of time and the club have suffered for it. Read the full story Tuchel hints at exit Further to the lead story, the Mail reports that Crystal Palace are