Tim Artmann’s appeal for the 33-year-old to trade the Catalans for Stuttgart has raised almost €500 of its €900m goal

Jack Grealish has received his first England call-up for the Nations League matches against Iceland and Denmark but Marcus Rashford and Harry Winks have withdrawn from the squad.

What the papers sayLiverpool have dampened their interest in signing Wolves’ Adama Traore, the Daily Mirror says.

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, the PA news agency understands.

“For the Irish team to really capture the imagination of the nation in a major way it is linked to being successful and going to major tournaments, that's what really captures the full imagination"

Manchester United are monitoring the situation surrounding Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, the PA news agency understands.

Harry Maguire says he is pleased to have been able to “share the true version of events” concerning last week’s incident in Mykonos which led to his conviction for assault and bribery.

The English season’s traditional curtain-raiser takes place this weekend when Wembley plays host to both the men’s and women’s Community Shield. Ahead of Saturday’s matches, the PA news agency picks out some of the main talking points.

What the papers sayThe Lionel Messi speculation continues at fever pitch, with Manchester City said to be ready to part with as many as four players to secure the 33-year-old.

Manchester United captain Harry Maguire says he feared for his life and thought he was being kidnapped during his arrest in Greece.

Manchester United are set to confirm the signings of defenders Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez, the PA news agency understands. The Spanish teenagers will join the Old Trafford giants’ youth set-up once final clearance has been received.

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has tested positive for Covid-19, according to France manager Didier Deschamps.

Lionel Messi could win a seventh Ballon d’Or playing in the Premier League, according to Wayne Rooney. The former Manchester United and England forward has admitted to being in “awe” of the 33-year-old Argentinian.

Tony Cascarino has said that Ireland fans “forgive nearly all things”

What the papers sayThe chances of Lionel Messi joining Manchester City have grown with news his father is in England to discuss the deal, according to the Sun.

Liverpool fans may still be waiting for the party Jurgen Klopp promised them to celebrate last season’s long-awaited Premier League success, but they will begin the new campaign among the favourites to win another title.

The Premier League season begins on September 12. Here, the PA news agency picks out some of the talking points. Absent friendsThe big kick-off will once again take place behind closed doors due to coronavirus restrictions.

Ahead of the new campaign, the PA news agency takes a statistical look at the 2020/21 Premier League season. 48 – days between the 2019/20 campaign finishing on July 26 and the new season starting on September 12.

Dean Henderson has signed a new long-term contract with Manchester United, the club have announced.

Harry Maguire's conviction for assaulting a police offer and attempted bribery has been nullified after it was confirmed his legal team had lodged an appeal against Tuesday's guilty verdict.