The latest Premier League broadcast selections were confirmed yesterday ahead of the new season, with three Leeds United matches set for live television coverage.
The Whites’ fixtures against Chelsea and Nottingham Forest will be shown on Sky Sports, before their clash with newly promoted Nottingham Forest is broadcast on BT Sport in September.
As a result, changes have been made to the fixtures, with the Chelsea match taking place on Sunday 21st August at 2pm, Leeds vs Everton kicking off at 8pm on Tuesday 30th August and the Nottingham Forest tie scheduled for 8pm on Monday 12th September.
Meanwhile, the Whites’ trip to Manchester United has also been moved back a day to Sunday 18th September due to the Red Devils’ participation in European competition.
Here are today’s rumours...
1. Belgium international turns down Leeds United
Despite having a bid accepted by Club Brugge for Charles De Ketalaere, it has been reported that the Belgian striker has refused a move to Leeds and wants to go to AC Milan. (Tomas Taecke - HLN)
2. Chelsea target wants Bundesliga move
Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt has reportedly decided he wants to join Bayern Munich amid interest from Chelsea. It was previously claimed that the Dutchman was keen on a move to the Premier League, but it appears he has changed his mind. (Express)
3. Newcastle United set sights on Chelsea winger
Newcastle United are reportedly eyeing a move for Chelsea's Callum Hudson-Odoi if they fail to land Moussa Diaby. Anthony Gordon is also an option for the Magpies. (90min)
4. Brighton in defender dilemma
Brighton & Hove Albion are debating who to sell Leo Ostigard to, with both Torino and Napoli interested. The Seagulls prefer Torino's offer, however the Norwegian defender has made it clear he would rather move to Naples. (Corriere dello Sport)
5. Tottenham agree £25.8m fee for attacker
Steven Bergwijn looks set to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer after they agreed a £25.8m deal to see the Dutchman join Ajax. The winger is due to have his medical today. (The Guardian)
6. Southampton prepare bid for £20m-rated Liverpool man
Southampton are reportedly readying a bid to snap up Liverpool defender Neco Williams, after his move to Nottingham Forest fell through. The Reds are believed to be holding out for a total package of £20 million for the Welshman. (Football Insider)