Top transfer stories and rumors from Wednesday’s papers…
Manchester United
England legend Alan Shearer has put Fabian Hurzeler at the top of his shortlist of three possible replacements if United decide to part ways with Michael Carrick – Daily Star
Bruno Fernandes has questioned the decision of Manchester United’s coaching staff not to adopt a pressing man-to-man approach during their humiliating 4-1 Champions League defeat to Como. Daily Mirror
Manchester United fear striker Benjamin Sesko could be sidelined until the new year – The sun
Manchester United could activate the 12-month extension clause in Lisandro Martinez’s contract so they can recoup a fee for the Argentina international as they prepare to rebuild their backline – Daily Mirror
Manchester United have been warned by former player Ashley Young that things would get messy if they appointed Antonio Conte as manager. – The sun
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Manchester United boss Michael Carrick admitted his side’s performance was ‘unacceptable’ in their 4-1 defeat at Como in the Champions League.
Premier League
Vinicius Junior was serious about joining Arsenal this summer – but his heart led him to stay at Real Madrid – sun
Kyle Walker has admitted he would probably erase his ‘four in a row’ leg tattoo if Manchester City are stripped of the Premier League titles. Daily Mail
Former Premier League boss Alan Pardew fears Eberechi Eze is unable to deliver what Mikel Arteta wants from either a No.10 or a left-back. Daily Star
European football
Cristiano Ronaldo successfully fought to have his punishment reduced for walking out on a training camp in Portugal after publicly saying his sanction should be imposed “without extenuating circumstances” – The Guardian
Scottish football
Cameron Carter-Vickers and Auston Trusty have been tipped to leave Celtic for a move to England by former US international Brek Shea. The Scottish sun