The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers, as reported on 16 September 2026.
Manchester United fear that teenage prodigy JJ Gabriel will join rivals Manchester City after asking to leave the club, according to The Sun. Real Madrid are another of the European giants ready to swoop in and sign the 15-year-old Gabriel, reports The Athletic.
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Arsenal are keeping tabs on Liverpool's Rio Ngumoha in case the teenager doesn't sign a long-term extension at Anfield, according to The Athletic.
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Manchester United are one of the clubs who could make a move for Real Madrid starlet Endrick if he becomes available in January, reports AS. Manchester United have also renewed their interest in Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to the Daily Mail.
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish is reportedly already frustrated with Pierre Sage for dropping Jaydee Canvot after just four matches, says the Daily Mail. Dean Henderson is set to become Crystal Palace's highest-paid player after agreeing a new deal amid Nottingham Forest interest, also per the Daily Mail.
Former Celtic striker Kelechi Iheanacho is on the radar of several high profile clubs after an incredible start to life at Turkish side Bursaspor, reports The Scottish Sun.
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Barcelona have several high-profile strikers on their transfer shortlist including Harry Kane, Erling Haaland, Julian Alvarez and Nick Woltemade, according to TalkSPORT. Barcelona have also held talks with Raphinha over extending his contract at the Spotify Camp Nou, reports Sport.
