

US businessman plans to 'step up' Newcastle United takeover offer as Premier League receive further calls to reject Saudi bid – gossip
Steve Bruce’s Magpies aren’t in action until Monday night when they make the long trip to Brighton and Hove Albion.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:

1. Schelotto confirms Amex exit
Ezequiel Schelotto has confirmed he will leave Brighton at the end of the season after failing to agree terms on a new contract. (TuttoMercatoWeb via Sports Witness) Photo: Mike Hewitt

2. Liverpool starlet allowed to leave
Liverpool are ready to allow Yasser Larouci to leave for a cut-price fee with Leeds United and Brentford both interested. (Evening Standard) Photo: Alex Pantling

3. Blades close in on free agent
Meanwhile, the Blades are close to finalising a deal for free agent goalkeeper Wes Foderingham after he departed Rangers. (Daily Mail) Photo: Ian MacNicol

4. PL trio battle for Manning
West Ham United, Norwich City and Watford are battling for the signature of QPR full-back Ryan Manning. (Football Insider) Photo: David Rogers