What the papers say
Liverpool have made an opening contract offer to Egypt forward Mohamed Salah, reports the Daily Mail.
The Reds are also looking to lock in new deals for centre-back Virgil van Dijk and right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, writes the Daily Star.
Crystal Palace’s bid to sign Lyon winger Rayan Cherki has been met with competition from Paris St Germain and Borussia Dortmund joining the race, as per The Sun.
Social media round-up
BREAKING: Nani has announced his retirement from football, ending a career that saw him win 17 titles, including the UEFA Champions League with Manchester United and the UEFA European Championship with Portugal 🚨 pic.twitter.com/fq3GXgJOT2
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) December 8, 2024
Exc: Told Chelsea will offer new signing Mathis Eboue an unprecedented wage when the 15-year-old turns professional, with Man City very keen on former Watford player.
— Jacque Talbot (@jac_talbot) December 8, 2024
Players to watch
Carney Chukwuemeka: AC Milan are eager on a loan with an option to buy for the Chelsea midfielder who is also attracting interest from Celtic, reports Football Italia.
Endrick: The Real Madrid forward has decided he will not go on loan in January, with the 18-year-old continuing to push for a starting place, according to Marca.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia: The 23-year-old Georgian is close to signing a contract extension with Napoli until 2029, as per Italian publication Corriere dello Sport.
