The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...

European Football

Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid revolution has caused an early rift with big stars - The Athletic.

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior wants to leave next summer and would be interested in joining Paris Saint-Germain - Sport.

Scottish football

Ange Postecoglou is set to take a break from football and has ruled out a return to Celtic - The Scottish Sun.

Premier League

Napoli midfielder Kevin De Bruyne could miss the 2026 World Cup with Belgium after picking up a thigh injury - The Sun.

West Ham value midfielder Lucas Paqueta at around £60m after reports emerged he could leave in January - The Sun.