Author: News Desk

Aston Villa have agreed on a loan deal for Barcelona’s Philippe Coutinho transfer to the midlands. The former Red will be reunited with his former captain,  who, this time, will manage him instead of captaining him. Having played with Coutinho and almost having won the title, Gerrard will know how to get the best out of him. Would Coutinho have moved to Villa if it wasn’t for Gerrard? It is hard to make a case for it, and there is no doubt the pulling power of Gerrard was critical, but also the fact that Stevie G will let him play…

Britain’s political and social divisions have been clearly reflected in the reaction to the verdict in the so-called Colston 4 trial.

Files leaked to The Guardian appear to suggest that Conservative peer Michelle Mone and her husband were “secretly” involved in a PPE business.

Metro focuses on Novak Djokovic’s situation in Melbourne. The paper says the tennis star is being kept with asylum seekers in conditions.

The Independent reports the PM is facing fresh sleaze allegations after appearing to back a plan for a new “Great Exhibition” put forward by the Tory donor who funded his luxury flat decorations.

The Daily Express says over-65s could see their fuel bills rise by £340 a year, according to new analysis.

Prince Andrew is trying to force the sale of a Swiss chalet to cover legal bills, according to the Daily Mirror.

An online troll who threatened Piers Morgan and his son has been arrested, The Sun reports.

Wales Online says Sports fans will remain shut out from professional matches and events in Wales for at least another week as part of the Welsh Government’s Covid regulations.

Irish Mirror says Ireland’s record Lotto jackpot has been tantalisingly out of reach for months – and on Wednesday night it rolled over yet again.