Chelsea consider shock swap deal for Christian Pulisic and Man Utd's Harry Maguire - Paper Round

Chelsea consider Maguire offer The Mirror relays remarkable details of a planned Chelsea transfer offer for Harry Maguire. Thomas Tuchel’s side are hunting for a new defender and they are aware that Manchester United are keen on Christian Pulisic. That has opened up the possibility of Chelsea offering the American forward in exchange for the 28-year-old England international central defender.

Ad TransfersManchester United announce deal to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid3 HOURS AGO Paper Round’s view: Maguire has been absolutely awful for United for two seasons now and there is little to be gained from keeping him around while they have Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane to play instead. With a couple of weeks left it would be tough to find an excellent and affordable alternative to Maguire, but also would not be hard to find someone better regardless. Read the full story Real consider Hojbjerg swoop Real Madrid face the prospect of losing their 30-year-old Brazilian midfielder Casemiro to Manchester United, ahead of his move to Old Trafford.

That means that the Spanish club might consider reinforcing their midfield and bringing in another player. The Sun suggests that Carlo Ancelotti could turn to Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who he wanted when at Everton. Paper Round’s view: Hojbjerg has emerged as one of Jose Mourinho’s better signings during his time at Tottenham, and that means that the North London club will likely drive a hard bargain if they are to consider a sale.