Tottenham face a battle from two sides for Nottingham Forest winger Callum Hudson-Odoi and his current side may be forced to sell, while Stuttgart are keen on signing Omari Hutchinson after he impressed with Ipswich. Elsewhere, Erik ten Hag wants Manchester United to sign at least three players this summer, and Arsenal and Manchester City are two clubs who want St Patrick’s Athletic’s Mason Melia.
TOTTENHAM CHASE HUDSON-ODOI
Tottenham are keen on Callum Hudson-Odoi, with Nottingham Forest likely motivated to sell the winger.
The 23-year-old has rediscovered his best post-injury form after joining from Chelsea, and Ange Postecoglou wants to add the forward – though there is competition.
The Sun writes: “Nottingham Forest are braced for a bidding war for Callum Hudson-Odoi when the transfer window opens next month.
“Tottenham Hotspur lead a three-way chase for the 23-year-old who signed off for the season with three goals in Forest’s final three games.
“Ange Postecoglou sees the pacy frontman as a perfect fit for his attack-minded Spurs side but faces competition from at least two other Premier League rivals.
“Forest want to keep Hudson-Odoi but must complete at least one major sale by the end of June to avoid breaching Profit and Sustainability rules again.
“Nuno Espirito Santo’s side were docked four points for breaching the Premier League’s tough financial rules last season and want to avoid a similar fate this season.”
STUTTGART WANT TO SIGN CHELSEA YOUNGSTER
Omari Hutchinson impressed in his loan spell at Ipswich Town last season, and while the Premier League new boys want him back, Stuttgart are now in for him.
The Mirror reports that the 20-year-old is attracting attention, and the club could yet decide to sell him.
The paper explains: “Stuttgart are pushing hard to sign Chelsea youngster Omari Hutchinson on loan.
“The race for the 20-year-old Jamaica international is now beginning to intensify with The Blues poised to decide whether they keep, loan or sell the former Arsenal academy starlet imminently. A permanent sale is currently considered unlikely and all signs point towards him heading out on loan for another season.
“Chelsea’s next manager may want a say on Hutchinson’s future after he struck 10 goals and registered five assists on loan in the Championship with Ipswich Town last season – firing The Tractor Boys to promotion but an agreement could now be reached soon.
“Ipswich would like to bring the player back to Portman Road but their chances of striking a deal will hinge on the future of Chelsea target Kieran McKenna.”
TEN HAG WANTS UNITED SIGNINGS
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wants the club to sign at least three players, despite his precarious position.
The Dutchman is expected to be sacked after the FA Cup final, according to the Mail.
The paper reports: “Erik ten Hag has demanded Manchester United to sign a defender, midfielder and striker this summer.
“As reported by Mail Sport on Friday, the Dutchman is expected to be fired after Saturday’s FA Cup final against Manchester City regardless of the result.
“However, Ten Hag is adamant that he remains in the plans of Man United’s new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS team since the petrochemicals billionaire took over the running of football operations in February.
“He has urged the club to spend in this summer’s transfer window and strengthen in multiple position if they are to secure a top-four spot next season.”
ARSENAL AND CITY CHASE IRISH TEENAGER
Both Arsenal and Manchester City are keen on Irish Premier Division star Mason Melia.
The teenager is currently playing for St Patrick’s Athletic, and he is attracting attention from around Europe.
The Evening Standard writes: “Arsenal are among a host of Premier League clubs hoping to sign Irish teen sensation Mason Melia when he turns 18.
“The 16-year-old is already playing first-team football for St Patrick’s Athletic in the League of Ireland Premier Division after making his debut this season.
“Melia’s rise has not gone unnoticed, and Arsenal scouts have been tracking his progress for the past 18 months. The Gunners are not alone, though, with nearly every Premier League club having an interest in him.
“Manchester City are strong contenders, while Brighton are hopeful, given their track record of giving young talent a platform to shine.
“Melia cannot move to the UK until he turns 18 due to Brexit rules.”