Hatem Ben Arfa reportedly turned down West Ham in the summerFootball Whispers brings you the latest transfer rumours from around the continent, including reports Hatem Ben Arfa turned down West Ham before joining Rennes. The return of standing in football stadiums, VAR controversy, and sporting director transfer rumours; our friends at Football Whispers have looked at the best stories on Europe's sports pages this Sunday. FranceWest Ham were turned down by Hatem Ben Arfa in the summer, as the French midfielder chose to join Rennes instead. (French media)ItalyManchester United could be gazumped by Barcelona in their attempts to bring Monchi in as director of football. (Corriere dello Sport)Monchi (R) is currently the director of football at RomaThere was VAR controversy in Italy as Inter lost 1-0 to Parma.

Source: Sky sports September 16, 2018 11:26 UTC