Definitive update in West Ham's pursuit of Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder, Ronaldo to join Manchester United?, and more

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has been linked to the West Ham job in recent weeks, with reports that the Hammers are keen to replace Manuel Pellegrini.

The Chilean is very much under-pressure, yet the Daily Mirror report that bosses at the London Stadium believe that they will be unable to prise Wilder away from Bramall Lane.

The Blades are of course Wilder’s boyhood club, and it will be a dream for him to see United flying high in 6th place.

That has led West Ham to prioritise a move for former manager David Moyes, who is also being courted by another of his former clubs, Everton.

The rest of today’s headlines:

Jose Mourinho wants to keep Toby Alderweireld at Tottenham Hotpsur. The defender had looked certain to leave. (Various)

Arsenal outcast Granit Xhaka is likely to return to the first team soon. (The Sun)

Manchester United were said to be favourites for England and Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, but he is said to prefer a move to Real Madrid or Barcelona. (Daily Star)

Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City have all contacted Bayer Leverkusen about the availability of Kai Havertz. (Daily Mail)

Manchester United may put their search for a left-back on hold due to the success of youngster Brandon Williams. (The Times)

Spanish TV claim that Ronaldo will quit Juventus to join Manchester United. (The Sun)