Manchester United bidders could include Saudi Arabia and Qatar as takeover speculation builds - Paper Round
Updated 11/10/2025 at 07:31 GMT+1
Manchester United could attract attention from Saudi, Qatari and other bidders as takeover speculation intensifies, while Arsenal may benefit from Juventus’ interest in former player Brooke Norton-Cuffy. Elsewhere, Newcastle United are expected to appoint Nottingham Forest executive Ross Wilson, and Endrick’s lack of game time at Real Madrid could see him make a loan move.
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Bidders assemble for Man Utd takeover
The Sun reports on the potential bidders for Manchester United as speculation over a takeover intensifies.
Figures from Saudi Arabia and Qatar are mentioned, as are Brooklyn Earick, Stephen Ross, Steve Ballmer and MSP Sports Capital.
The paper writes: "Manchester United are once again being linked with a takeover as rumours swirl over a mystery bid.
"Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh claimed negotiations over a sale are at an ‘advanced stage’.
"Majority owners the Glazer family rejected a huge offer from Sheikh Jassim At Thani’s Qatar-based consortium almost two years ago.
"One possible option is a bid from the Saudis and Alalshikh himself."
Arsenal may earn transfer boost
Arsenal could receive additional funding in the transfer window this winter as one of their former players is linked with a move to Juventus.
The Gunners sold Brooke Norton-Cuffy to Genoa more than a year ago, and with Juve interested, Arsenal would be due part of any fee received.
The Mirror explains: "Arsenal could be set for a transfer windfall without even selling a player in January. Former Gunners youngster Brooke Norton-Cuffy is being eyed for a massive possible move in the coming months.
"Norton-Cuffy, 21, left Arsenal for Genoa little over a year ago after loan spells with Lincoln City, Rotherham, Coventry and Millwall. And crucially, the north London side included a 'sizable sell-on fee' when they sold the youngster to the Serie A side.
"Tuttosport claim Juventus are monitoring Norton-Cuffy closely as they look to sign a new wing-back for coach Igor Tudor. The former Croatia international has not been convinced by Joao Mario and has instead used Pierre Kalulu on the right flank as a temporary measure."
Newcastle set to bring in Forest executive
Newcastle United are expected to bring in Ross Wilson from Nottingham Forest.
The chief football officer could be at the Magpies as soon as next week, according to The Telegraph.
The paper reports: "Newcastle United are close to appointing Ross Wilson as their new sporting director in a significant capture for manager Eddie Howe.
"Wilson is in advanced talks to leave Nottingham Forest, where he is the club’s chief football officer, to take a similar position at Newcastle. He is set to officially start work at Newcastle next week if talks continue to progress.
"The Scot’s exit from Forest, after a spell of more than 2½ years, represents an untimely blow to the club and owner Evangelos Marinakis.
"Forest must now look to replace Wilson, and his departure will be a disappointment."
Endrick may leave Real Madrid in January
Endrick could leave Real Madrid in the upcoming winter transfer window, writes The Athletic.
The Brazilian’s lack of game time under Xabi Alonso means he might look for a loan for the remainder of the season.
The website states: "People familiar with his situation at Madrid told The Athletic that Alonso explained to Endrick it was going to be difficult for him to have regular playing time in this season’s new-look team, but he decided to stay at the Bernabeu anyway.
"The lack of opportunities with Madrid and absence from recent Brazil squads mean those closest to Endrick are sticking to their initial plan: to review his situation in January so he has the best chance of making the World Cup squad.
"That could see him go out on loan for the second half of this season if necessary to get the playing time he needs."
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