Gossip from Saturday: Isak, Tuchel, Sesko, Zirkzee, Rabiot, Branthwaite

Manchester United is considering former Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag if he leaves in the summer, according to reports. Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta has set his sights on Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak, while RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko is also on Arsenal’s radar as a cheaper alternative. Arsenal is also in contract talks with Gabriel to ward off interest from other top clubs.

Inter Milan’s vice-president has hinted at a potential challenge from the Serie A champions for Bologna’s Joshua Zirkzee, who is also being pursued by Manchester United and Arsenal. Manchester United has reached out to Adrien Rabiot’s agent as the French midfielder’s contract with Juventus expires this summer. Aston Villa is not looking to make Nicolo Zaniolo’s loan move permanent but has inquired about Juventus’ Matias Soule.

Fulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo is leaning towards joining Newcastle when his contract expires, while Everton is trying to convince Jarrad Branthwaite to stay for another year. Tottenham is open to offers for Richarlison this summer, and Real Madrid has shown interest in River Plate’s Franco Mastantuono. Barcelona has made Arsenal’s Thomas Partey their top transfer target, and Manchester City is eyeing Lazio’s Christos Mandas. Crystal Palace’s Dougie Freedman is a candidate for Newcastle’s sporting director role, and Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim is open to talks with Chelsea. Inter Miami is in discussions to bring Angel Di Maria to the MLS, and AC Milan’s Stefano Pioli is a leading candidate for Napoli’s managerial position.