The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...

PREMIER LEAGUE

Manchester City midfielder Rodri is said to be pushing for a move to Real Madrid after winning the World Cup with Spain - Daily Mail

Rodri's future could have a direct impact on what happens with Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga amid interest from several Premier League clubs - Daily Mail

Any hopes of a transfer move may be impacted by reports that the Spain captain is set to undergo surgery on a back injury - The Athletic

Liverpool believe they are in the driving seat in the race to sign Bradley Barcola, who is also linked with Arsenal - The Sun

Bruno Fernandes is expected to confirm that he is pledging his future to Manchester United at the end of this month - Daily Mirror

Manchester United are close to completing the double signing of youth starlets David Eze and Karim Cassim from Manchester City - Daily Mail

CHAMPIONSHIP

Wolves were forced to cancel training after forward Tolu Arokodare refused to leave despite being banned by boss Cesar Peixoto - Daily Mirror

WORLD CUP

Argentina coach Roberto Ayala claimed that footage showing him 'punching' Spain star Dani Olmo after the World Cup final was 'more of a push' - Daily Mirror

SCOTTISH FOOTBALL

Manchester United youngster Tyler Fletcher prefers to stay put at Old Trafford this season despite interest from Scotland - Daily Mail

Dundee United are closing in on Ivory Coast youngster Abdoulaye Yoro - The Scottish Sun