' Todays football Paper News 12/07/17 '

PAPER TALK 12/07/17

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is well ahead of schedule in his return to fitness - and is expected to sign a new deal at Manchester United. (The Sun)



Ross Barkley's future at Everton was plunged into greater doubt after he was left out of the their new-look squad heading to Tanzania for a pre-season friendly. (Daily Mail)


Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been offered to Chelsea for £65m. (The Sun)


Real Madrid are ready to use Chelsea's interest in Alvaro Morata to try and force a swap deal for Eden Hazard. (Daily Star)



West Brom boss Tony Pulis is plotting an ambitious double swoop on Manchester United for England defenders Chris Smalling and Phil Jones. (Daily Mirror)



Leeds United are set to launch a £4.5m double raid to sign Wolves defensive pair Danny Batth and Matt Doherty. (Daily Express)