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The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…

THE DAILY MAIL

Manchester United have appointed Sam Erith as performance director until the end of the season – as the drive to transform the club continues.

Nicko Sensoli created history after his goal sealed San Marino’s first ever competitive victory in a 1-0 win over Liechtenstein.

Chelsea chief executive Chris Jurasek has left the club after just 15 months following a chaotic transfer window which saw the Stamford Bridge side shell out £200m on 11 players.

THE TIMES

Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah have made electric starts to the season because they have not been “shattered” by a summer international tournament, according to the PFA.

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Erling Haaland is on course to surpass Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s scoring records should he continue to keep up his red hot form in front of goal

DAILY MIRROR

Neymar insists Real Madrid star Rodrygo should be named among the world’s top five players, after being snubbed by the Ballon d’Or.

Rodrygo celebrates after opening the scoring for Real Madrid at Manchester City

Chelsea legend John Terry has sent a good luck message to Rio Ngumoha after he completed his move to Liverpool.

Sadio Mane’s career in Saudi Arabia is part of the reason why former team-mate Mohamed Salah is reluctant to make the same move, it has been claimed.

SCOTTISH SUN

Rangers star Danilo is facing another lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a fresh injury setback.

BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - JULY 24: Rangers' Danilo during a Trevor Francis Memorial match between Birmingham City and Rangers at St Andrew's Stadium, on July 24, 2024, in Birmingham, England.  (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Scotland star Lewis Morgan is attracting interest from Athens giants Panathinaikos as the days tick down to the end of the Greek transfer window, according to reports Stateside.

DAILY RECORD

Brendan Rodgers believes Celtic’s fantastic transfer work has provided the strength to push for a Champions League playoff spot.