WHAT THE PAPERS SAY
LEQUIPE
Roberto Martinez admits his Belgium team were ‘too emotional’ as they surrendered a two-goal lead to lose to France.
Kylian Mbappé: “We had a serious talk at half-time, I love matches like this, full of pressure.”
Didier Deschamps: “Things changed with words. That’s what I’m here for.”
Lucas Digne withdraws from France squad with hamstring problem.
Spain have just lost one of their last seven games against France (W5 D1) after winning just once in their previous 10 games against them in all competition (D2 L7).
Kylian Mbappé became the youngest player to reach the 50 games played with France (22 years and 291 days), overtaking by almost two years the record held by Karim Benzema (24 years and 240 days).
France have won their first game after trailing by 2 or more goals at the half-time since May 2012 against Iceland in a friendly game (3-2).
THE TIMES
The Premier League have confirmed Newcastle United has been sold to the consortium of PIF, PCP Capital Partners and RB Sports & Media with immediate effect.
Newcastle United now have the richest owners in world football.
Newcastle United have already contacted Antonio Conte, José Mourinho and Eddie Howe for the job. Currently Antonio Conte is the bookies favourite to succeed Steve Bruce.
SKY ITALIA
The Italian Government has approved the opening of football stadiums to 75 per cent capacity, with hopes to reach 100 per cent within weeks.
The Supercoppa Italiana between Inter and Juventus is currently set for Saudi Arabia, but there is a dispute over the date.
Inter striker Alexis Sanchez is expected to leave the Nerazzurri in the summer and at least five clubs are reportedly interested in securing his services, including Sevilla and Olympique Marseille.
Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly has been named Serie A Player of the Month, the first time that a defender has received his honour.
Aaron Ramsey seemed to blame the Juventus training methods for his many injuries, insisting Wales staff ‘know how to get the best out of me.’
Samuel Umtiti could terminate his contract with Barcelona by mutual consent, in which case Juventus and Milan are ready to swoop, claim reports in Spain.
Tottenham are interested in Dejan Kulusevski and Juventus are considering a January sale so that they can sign Dusan Vlahovic.
Aaron Ramsey’s criticism of Juventus medical staff prompted an angry response from fans, including some calling the Wales international an ungrateful ‘mummy.’
THE SUN
Aaron Ramsey will be made available for transfer by Juventus in January as they look to cut their losses on a player who is reported to have cost them £4,000 per minute on the pitch.
Mike Ashley has revealed he could have taken a higher offer for Newcastle United but feels the £300m Saudi takeover was better for the club.
Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic will step up his rehab from injury during the international break.
Tottenham are ready to block any approaches for Harry Winks despite his reported desire to leave the club on loan in January.
Arsenal are stepping up their interest in Club Bruges winger Noa Lang.
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga could make an extraordinary move to Lazio and have a reunion with Maurizio Sarri, who he had a famous row with during the 2019 Carabao Cup final.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Daniel Levy and Tottenham Hotspur have rejected a request to meet with supporters over the running of the club.
DAILY MIRROR
Chelsea might have to wait until 2022 to play in the Club World Cup with FIFA set to discuss postponing the December tournament after hosts Japan pulled out.
Liverpool could renew their interest in Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio after reports emerged that he is unhappy with his role at the Bernabeu.
DAILY MAIL
Timo Werner says his decision to change agent is not an indication of any desire to leave Chelsea and link up with Julian Nagelsmann at Bayern Munich.
Miguel Almiron is set to be handed a state-of-the-art trailer to utilise for his 10-day quarantine when he returns from international duty with Paraguay – it will be based at Newcastle’s training ground.
England and India have agreed to play the cancelled fifth Test next summer but it is unlikely to be hosted by Old Trafford.
DAILY EXPRESS
Mo Salah expects to become Liverpool’s leading earner if he is to sign a contract extension beyond the summer of 2023.
AC Milan midfielder Franck Kessie is set to test the free agent market in January with Liverpool, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain all showing interest.
DAILY STAR
Arsenal could look to replace Alexandre Lacazette with Torino striker Andrea Bellotti, who is reportedly refusing to sign a new deal with the Serie A club.
Paul Pogba revealed he is in regular communication with his former Juventus team-mates amid speculation he could leave Manchester United on a free transfer and rejoin the Turin club.
