The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday’s newspapers…

PREMIER LEAGUE

Manchester United have made JJ Gabriel an official scholarship contract offer, but remain at risk of losing the teenage forward for as little as £350,000. – Guardian

Tottenham star Xavi Simons is going back to school to study business at the prestigious Harvard University, which accepted him during his recovery from a knee injury. – The Sun

Aston Villa sources believe Alejandro Garnacho is beginning to progress after a tough start to life in the Midlands. – The Athletic

Spurs are in talks over a new contract for Luca Williams-Barnett, who is being monitored by the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United. – The Sun

EUROPEAN FOOTBALL

Thriving Manchester United reject Scott McTominay is reportedly being eyed by Real Madrid. –The Sun

Jose Mourinho has reportedly been unable to stamp out the infighting in the Real Madrid dressing room after details of a recent altercation were leaked. – Mirror

MLS

MLS commissioner Don Garber says they would “love” to welcome England captain Harry Kane as the next high profile signing. – Mirror

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL

Cristiano Ronaldo’s mother Dolores Aveiro has admitted she cried after her son quit the Portugal camp “through the back door”. – The Sun