Fridays Football Headlines

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Unai Emery's Arsenal shopping list, Manchester City's team bus, and the continuing Jose Mourinho saga are all covered in today's papers.

THE SUN

Jose Mourinho's time at Manchester United is almost up after he lost the support of senior boardroom figures, and he could be sacked if they lose to Newcastle on Saturday.

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley promised not to sell the club and to take the players on holiday during his meal with them and Rafa Benitez this week.

DAILY EXPRESS

Conor McGregor has revealed he suffered an injury ahead of his title fight against Khabib Nurmagomedov when his sparring partner's tooth embedded in his finger.

DAILY MAIL

Jose Mourinho retains the backing of Manchester United's owners, but the next seven matches will be key to deciding his future.

Aston Villa want to make a statement by appointing a big name to replace Steve Bruce as manager, and have lined up Arsenal legend Thierry Henry to take the reins.

Manchester City have kitted out their team bus with state-of-the-art surveillance equipment in preparation for their visit to Anfield - the first time they have returned since it was attacked last season.

Manuel Pellegrini has paid tribute to Marko Arnautovic for keeping his 'difficult character' in check and helping West Ham climb the league.

DAILY MIRROR

A growing number of Manchester United players have lost faith in Jose Mourinho and are convinced he is set to leave Old Trafford.

Unai Emery is targeting Ever Banega, the midfielder who he worked with at Sevilla, as a replacement for Aaron Ramsey, who is set to leave the club.

Manchester City are eyeing a move for Swansea youngster Joe Rodon, but the youngster is set to be offered a new deal by the Welsh side.

DAILY RECORD

The SPFL will have to fork out a hefty amount of compensation to Hampden Park bosses after they backtracked on their decision to host both Scottish League Cup semi-finals at the ground.

Aston Villa are plotting a January move for Aberdeen defender Scott McKenna, who they bid £6.5m for in the summer.

Celtic legend Henrik Larsson is back in football - working for free as an assistant at Swedish minnows Angelholm.

THE GUARDIAN

Hugo Lloris insists his off-field issues, including being charged with drink-driving, were not responsible for his mistake against Barcelona.