In takeover news, GACP Sports and Joe DaGrosa retain a watching brief over the stalled Newcastle United takeover situation.
When contacted by the Gazette to answer claims they are still interested in buying the football club from Mike Ashley, the group declined to comment on the speculation.
Reports in the Athletic suggest DaGrosa could turn his attentions to United, Crystal Palace or West Ham should Southampton owner Gao Jinsheng not lower his asking price of £200million for the Saints.
However, it is understood DaGrosa, the former owner of Bordeaux in Ligue 1, does still view Newcastle United as the perfect purchase, as he looks to dip his toe into the Premier League.
In other news, Newcastle United attacker Allan Saint-Maximin is cementing himself as a firm fans favourite after once again mocking Sunderland on social media and poking fun at their status as a League One club.
The Frenchman has returned to the United starting XI in recent weeks after a lengthy spell away from Tyneside, and has reminded fans just how much they missed him whilst he was away.
But he responded to a tweet regarding the postponed under-23s derby on Morning morning.
In amusing fashion, Saint-Maxmin posted: “The Premier League calendar looking for Sunderland season after season”, accompanied by a GIF of Canadian singer The Weeknd.
But what about transfers?
Here’s a round-up of the latest gossip doing the rounds across the Premier League:
1. Interesting...
Spartak Moscow talisman Ezequiel Ponce has admitted he rejected a move to England after being linked with Leeds United. (Soccer.ru) Photo: Epsilon
2. Zlatan Ibrahimovic set for new deal
AC Milan are set to open talks with 39-year-old Sweden striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a new contract that would tie him to the club until he was 41. (Sun) Photo: Marco Luzzani
3. Now that would be a sight!
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is considering letting Brazil goalkeeper Ederson take penalties - his team have missed three of the seven spot-kicks they have been awarded this season. (Independent) Photo: Shaun Botterill
4. Could Roy Hodgson leave Crystal Palace?
Crystal Palace are unsure whether to offer their 73-year-old manager Roy Hodgson a new contract for next season. The former England boss' current deal expires in the summer. (Mail) Photo: Julian Finney