Patrick Vieira to be next Arsenal manager? Transfer news, rumours and gossip from Thursday's papers

Here's a look at what the papers are saying today

The summer transfer window is only a few months away.

With the Premier League title done and dusted and the top four and relegation places also appearing assured you could forgive a few managers up and down the country for turning their attentions to next year and what that may bring.

The first step is the summer sales with clubs set to spend, spend, spend again after a record-breaking January.

The rumour mill is already in full swing with transfer talk already swirling.

With that in mind here's a look at what the papers are saying today:

Vieira to Arsenal?

Patrick Vieira could be returning to Arsenal in the role of manager should Arsene Wenger step down at the end of the season, the Daily Mail reports. Amid speculation the club's bosses are looking at potential successors to Wenger's 22-year reign, Vieira is said to be tipped as a possible replacement. The 41-year-old is currently leading New York City and was a popular player during his time at the Emirates from 1996-2005.

Could Vieira return to Arsenal? (Getty)

Wolves in for Wilshere

Sticking with Arsenal, midfielder Jack Wilshere could also be heading for a summer exit, with Wolves ready to make a move for the 26-year-old, the Daily Mail says. The news comes as Wolves head for the top flight next season after gaining automatic promotion and as Wilshere - who will be a free agent this summer - continues to hold contract negotiations following reports of an offer of a pay cut from the Gunners.

Martial set for United exit

Anthony Martial appears to be in high demand from overseas clubs after falling out of favour at Manchester United, The Sun reports. The 22-year-old has struggled to make the starting XI since the arrival of Alexis Sanchez - but has caught the eye of both Lyon and Juventus. According to the paper, both clubs are set to enter the race for the forward, with Lyon tipped for a potential loan move ahead of a permanent deal.

Martial looks set for the exit at Old Trafford (AFP)

Tottenham and Chelsea to battle for left-back

Tottenham could face a battle with Chelsea for Paris St-Germain's Layvin Kurzawa, according to the Mirror. The London rivals are both said to be interested in the 25-year-old as they both seek to strengthen their left-back options. PSG are said to be having a clear out ahead of their own new signings this summer, with Kurzawa among those said to be up for grabs. Manchester United are believed to have the Frenchman on their radar too, the paper says.