Gossip: United bid for Lazio's Anderson

Felipe Anderson: Linked with move to Man United

Man United bidding for Felipe Anderson, Liverpool eyeing Samuel Umtiti, and Lars Bender on Man City's wish list are all debated in Sunday's papers.

UNITED MAKE BID FOR ANDERSON

Manchester United are ready to test Lazio's resolve to keep Felipe Anderson by making a £30m bid for the Brazilian, claims the Daily Star Sunday.

United have sent scouts to watch the highly-rated Brazilian, and hope to steal a march on Chelsea, Man City and Barcelona - who have all been linked with the player - by lodging a firm bid with the Serie A club.

It's claimed Louis van Gaal believes the player would fit in perfectly at United as he's an attacking player, who is comfortable on either flank.

Lazio are reported to be interested in signing United striker Robin van Persie, and after their denials, it seems unlikely a swap deal could be arranged.

Anderson recently signed a five-year deal with Lazio to keep him at the club until 2020, while his agent said in March that his client intends to stay in the Italian capital for the time being at least.

LIVERPOOL JOIN RACE FOR UMTITI

Liverpool are being reported by the Express on Sunday to have joined the 'heavyweight race' to sign Lyon defender Samuel Umtiti.

The French Under-21 international has been watched by Real Madrid, Inter Milan, Arsenal and Man City this season, but could leave the Ligue 1 club for a fee of around £11m.

The paper claims Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers sees the powerful Umtiti as the man to ease his side's woes at the back.

CITY CONSIDER MOVE FOR BENDER

The Sunday Mirror claims Man City have identified Bayer Leverkusen enforcer Lars Bender as an alternative to Paul Pogba if, as expected, they miss out on signing the Juventus midfielder.

Pogba remains top of City's summer shopping list and are reportedly prepared to go all the way in a potential bidding war for the French star.

But should they miss out, City have already identified Leverkusen's Bender as an alternative, and will not be put off by their reported £25m asking price.

AND THE REST

- Robin van Persie will have showdown talks with Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal over his future at Old Trafford (Sunday Mirror)

- Marseille striker Andre Ayew could become Steve McClaren's first signing at Newcastle United (Sunday Mirror)

- Tottenham are hot on the trail of Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke after missing out on signing him a couple of years ago (The Sun)

- Slaven Bilic is desperate to take over as West Ham boss and would make signing Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren a priority (The Sun)

- QPR hope Robert Green will sign a new deal despite interest from Premier League champions Chelsea (The Sun)

- Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is close to signing Marseille midfielder Giannelli Imbula (The Sun)

- Bournemouth's record bid for Crystal Palace striker Dwight Gayle is in trouble because of their £10m price tag (The Sun)

- Celtic are looking for £3m for striker Leigh Griffiths, who is the subject of interest from Leeds United (The Sun)

- Tottenham are leading the chase to sign Crystal Palace winger Yannick Bolasie (Daily Star Sunday)

- South Korea captain Kim Young-Gwon is a target for a number of British clubs, including Southampton, Sunderland and Celtic (Daily Star Sunday)

- West Ham have been told they will need to cough up £10m if they want to sign Barcelona midfielder Alex Song on a permanent deal (Daily Star Sunday)

- Micah Richards could be heading to Newcastle once Steve McClaren takes over as manager (Daily Star Sunday)

- Robin van Persie might only cost Juventus £5m if a deal can be agreed with the Manchester United striker, although he is said to be keen to stay in Manchester for family reasons (Mail on Sunday)

- West Brom are in talks with Real Madrid over a deal for midfielder Cristian Benavente (Mail on Sunday)

- Monaco have expressed an interest in Everton midfielder Kevin Mirallas, who is keen to experience Champions League football next season (Mail on Sunday)

- Manchester United face a battle with Real Madrid for 15-year-old Swiss wonderkid Lorenzo Gonzalez (Mail on Sunday)

- David Moyes has launched a £6m bid for Arsenal striker Joel Campbell, who he is keen to add to his Real Sociedad squad (Mail on Sunday).

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Liverpool eye Trippier as Clyne alternative

Kieran Trippier and Danny Ings: Both linked with Liverpool

Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for Burnley right-back Kieran Trippier after having a £10million bid for Nathaniel Clyne rejected.

Clyne has been linked with moves to both Liverpool and Manchester United this summer after a stellar season with Southampton which has seen him establish himself in the England team.

The 24-year-old has only a year remaining on his contract at St Mary's, but Saints have already rejected an offer from Liverpool and are said to be holding out for £15million.

Brendan Rodgers is keen to make another bid, according to The Times, but other members of the Reds' transfer committee are said to see Trippier as a better-value option.

Trippier has a £3.5million release clause in his contract at Turf Moor and has also been linked with the likes of Tottenham, Aston Villa and Stoke.

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Gossip: City launch bid for Sterling

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Brendan Rodgers the right man for Liverpool, insists Jordan Henderson

Jordan Henderson: Believes Brendan Rodgers has been "fantastic" for both himself and Liverpool

Jordan Henderson insists Brendan Rodgers is the right man to lead Liverpool back into the top four despite a disappointing campaign.

Liverpool followed their title challenge of 2013/14 with a frustrating season last time out, finishing sixth in the Premier League while exiting both domestic cups at the semi-final stage.

Henderson, who is training with England ahead of a friendly with Ireland and European Qualifier against Slovenia, says Rodgers has been instrumental in his development as a footballer after initially struggling following his £20m move to Anfield from Sunderland.

And he insists Rodgers, who this week lost backroom staff Colin Pascoe and Mike Marsh in the wake of Liverpool's indifferent season, is the right man to revive the club's fortunes next term.

"Of course I want him to stay" said the midielder. "I have spoke highly of Brendan ever since he came to the club. He has been fantastic for me and for Liverpool."

"This (coming) season is a big season for everyone involved. We all know that. We want to be finishing high as possible in the league and winning trophies. 

"We have a great group of lads with great potential but I think it's time now we started showing that potential in the Premier League and also in cups.

"Getting to semi-finals is great but we need to be getting to finals and winning trophies. That is what we will be looking to do next season."

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Liverpool dispense with backroom team of Colin Pascoe and Mike Marsh

Colin Pascoe, Liverpool assistant manager

Liverpool assistant manager Colin Pascoe is set to follow Mike Marsh in leaving the club, according to Sky sources.

The departure of Pascoe, who had 12 months remaining on his contract, follows the decision not to renew the contract of first-team coach Mike Marsh.

Rodgers brought Pascoe with him from Swansea when he became Liverpool manager in June 2012 but he has gone as part of the "comprehensive plan for improvement" agreed after Tuesday's meeting between Rodgers, chairman Tom Werner and Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon.

Speculation has already begun over who will replace Marsh with former players Sami Hyypia, the ex-Bayer Leverkusen and Brighton manager, and Bolo Zenden, who served as interim assistant manager to Rafa Benitez at Chelsea in 2012-13 season, two early names suggested.

Goalkeeping coach John Achterberg, whose position had looked uncertain, will continue in his current role.

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Liverpool assistant manager Colin Pascoe to leave the club

Colin Pascoe, Liverpool assistant manager

Liverpool assistant manager Colin Pascoe is set to leave the club according to the Sky sources.

The departure of the Welshman, who had 12 months remaining on his contract, follows talks between Reds boss Brendan Rodgers, chairman Tom Werner and Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon.

Rodgers was close to Pascoe, whom he brought with him from Swansea in June 2012. But he has fallen victim to the "comprehensive plan for improvement" agreed after Tuesday's meeting.

The overhaul of backroom staff had already begun with first-team coach Mike Marsh's contract not being renewed.

Marsh’s contract was due to expire this month and Liverpool informed the 45-year-old that they will not be renewing it.

Liverpool will replace Marsh in due course, but goalkeeping coach John Achterberg, whose position had looked uncertain, will continue in his current role.

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Jordan Henderson urges Raheem Sterling to stay at Liverpool

Raheem Sterling 'should stay at Anfield' according to Jordan Henderson

Jordan Henderson hopes his Liverpool and England colleague Raheem Sterling will commit his immediate future to Anfield.

Sterling’s contract dispute with the club continues, with the 20-year-old refusing to sign a new deal.

Manchester City and Arsenal are just two clubs linked with signing him this summer, but Henderson is keen for the forward to remain on Merseyside.

Henderson said: "He's obviously left his future to whoever's representing him in regards to what he wants to do.

"But for me, Raheem Sterling is a fantastic player. He's been brilliant for England and I hope he will stay at Liverpool."

Henderson has also defended Sterling in light of the negative press he has received in recent weeks, adding: "One thing I love about him is that he's a great person and a great lad.

"He's getting a lot of criticism because of the contract situation but he's first-class as a person. All the lads love him whether it's with England or Liverpool.

"He's a great professional. His work ethic is fantastic. He works as hard as he can and wants to improve all the time."

As for Liverpool’s signing of James Milner on a free transfer, the former Sunderland midfielder said: “His attitude on and off the field is first class. You know you'll get energy from him.

"He's a quality player. I watched a lot of City players last year and he contributes a lot with assists and goals. He's got a lot of ability. And he does a lot of the dirty work as well. I look forward to playing with him next season."

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