Papers: Richarlison takes aim at Spurs after failed Vasco da Gama move
Sunday's football headlines feature Tottenham attacker Richarlison expressing frustration toward his club after an anticipated switch to Vasco da Gama fell apart. Meanwhile, former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit claimed the Gunners dodged a bullet by not signing Vinicius Jr, while also boldly declaring that Rangers are already out of the Scottish title race and must fight Hearts for second place.
In other English top-flight news, Enzo Maresca defended Manchester City's heavy spending by blaming an out-of-control marketplace, Benjamin Sesko praised the upbeat atmosphere created by Manchester United manager Michael Carrick, and Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso branded his squad lacking in toughness after conceding in a twentieth consecutive league outing. In League One, Leicester City boss Russell Martin lamented that scrutiny over his difficult campaign opening has turned overly personal.
Elsewhere across the globe, Corinthians forward Memphis Depay may receive a heavy suspension after allegedly making an offensive gesture at opposing fans, while Fernando Torres drew attention by shattering a boxing arcade record while attending Madrid's Madring circuit. North of the border, Lee McCulloch has emerged as a candidate for Rangers' open technical director post following Dan Purdy's exit, and defender John Souttar's proposed switch to Aris Thessaloniki encountered unexpected complications.
Finally, in racing history, Saffie Osborne became the inaugural female jockey to triumph in a British Classic aboard Highwayman.
