Liverpool switch focus to Marc Guehi’s Crystal Palace team-mate Maxence Lacroix, Arsenal monitoring Juventus star Kenan Yildiz – Paper Round

The Mirror, citing Liverpool.com, reports that Arne Slot is tempted by Lacroix after missing out on Guehi on transfer deadline day.

However, it may take a “substantial bid” to land the Frenchman.

“Liverpool.com now reports that certain Liverpool scouts regard Lacroix as a ‘Rolls Royce’ of a defender, who represents an appealing prospect due to his low-profile status.

“The club have reportedly switched focus to Lacroix after acknowledging there are no assurances that Guehi will arrive at Anfield following his failed transfer this summer.

“However, Lacroix is tied to Palace until 2029, suggesting a substantial bid would be required to lure him away from Selhurst Park. Guehi’s contract with Palace expires next summer and he will be available on a free transfer.”

A report in Metro claims The Gunners are “not ready to give up hope” in their pursuit of the exciting forward.

Yildiz is a man in demand, having netted twice and registered four assists in eight appearances so far this season.

“Arsenal have been credited with a strong interest for some time and Tuttosport state that The Gunners will have scouts ‘hidden in the stands of the Allianz Stadium’ for Juve’s heavyweight contest with AC Milan on Sunday evening.

“It’s claimed Arsenal are not ready to give up hope of capturing Yildiz, despite Juventus’ hierarchy making it clear they have no intention of losing a player they view as a central figure in Igor Tudor’s squad.

“At this stage, Yildiz is also said to be intent on staying put having been appointed vice-captain this season – a reward for youngster’s ‘commendable work ethic.'”

Barcelona believe they have struck a “bargain” deal in landing Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, reports the Mirror.

“Rashford has joined Barca on loan from United until the end of the season. And in return for funding all of the forward’s £300,000-a-week wages, United have agreed to let Barca make the deal permanent next summer for £26m.

“Barca president Joan Laporta is said to have been stunned his United counterparts were willing to agree such a low fee, before seeing how the England star even settled in Spain.

“A Barca source said: ‘At the top of his game, Marcus Rashford is one of the best players in Europe. Barca have got themselves a genuine bargain. Marcus should be worth more than £60m in the current market.’”