All the top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers

Vincent Kompany is now Tottenham’s No 1 target to replace Antonio Conte.

Chelsea have stepped up their pursuit of Gavi with Todd Boehly set to meet with his parents, according to reports.

Jordan Zemura has agreed to join Udinese this summer on a free transfer from Bournemouth.

Kepa Arrizabalaga was on the verge of joining Real Madrid before Zinedine Zidane blocked the transfer, according to reports.

Jose Mourinho is only prepared to leave Roma for two clubs – but will reportedly “push” for a return to Chelsea.

Manchester United bidder Thomas Zilliacus has pulled out of the club’s “farcical” takeover saga.

Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane confirmed his family still lives in Manchester.

Manchester City are willing to pay whatever it takes to sign Jude Bellingham as they face a straight shootout for the Borussia Dortmund midfielder with Real Madrid.

Tottenham Hotspur and Everton have agreed to hide branding while hosting matches at Euro 2028 if they finally strike naming rights deals for their stadiums.

Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier has received death threats and he and his family have been placed under protection following alleged claims of racism made against him.

Real Madrid have made Jude Bellingham their top transfer target this summer after a meeting between senior figures at the club and representatives acting for the young England midfielder.

Former Tottenham forward Erik Lamela says he can understand why Spurs fans want Mauricio Pochettino back in charge of the club.

Tottenham Hotspur, West Ham United and Crystal Palace are all keen on the Dutch manager Arne Slot, who has transformed Feyenoord into runaway Eredivisie leaders.

The legal tackle height in Scottish domestic rugby is to be lowered next season in a bid to reduce the number of head injuries.

Premier League clubs will vote on Thursday on a voluntary ban on front-of-shirt gambling sponsors, which are currently worth a combined £52m.

Arsenal lodged an enquiry for Chelsea icon N’Golo Kante as the France midfielder attempts to come to a decision over his future.

Al-Nassr manager Rudi Garcia has been given one game to save his job as their Saudi Pro League title challenge falls apart.

Gerard Pique reportedly helped persuade Barcelona to part company with Lionel Messi two years ago.

Luton will have to fork out around £10m to improve their stadium if they are promoted to the Premier League this season.

Steven Gerrard is happy to bide his time as he plots his return to top-level management.

Worried neighbours reported Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison to the RSPCA after growing concerned about the noise his dogs were making.

Manchester United have reportedly stepped up their efforts to sign Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig this summer.