Lots of transfers as the Premier League could see its most expensive deal of the summer thus far as Darwin Nunez edges towards a Liverpool switch.
Benfica’s forward enjoyed a breakout campaign and has attracted plenty of attention, but the Reds are in pole position for his signature. Manchester United were also keen on the forward as Erik ten Hag looks to make an impact at Old Trafford with several reinforcements needed.
They are ready to join the race for Robert Lewandowski with Chelsea all in the mix, although they need to offload Romelu Lukaku, who is keen on a return to Inter Milan, and also add new faces to their backline following the departures of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.
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I’ll try to make Saliba leave Arsenal- Guendouzi
Matteo Guendouzi says he will try to convince William Saliba to leave Arsenal and join Marseille.
Saliba impressed on loan at the French side and despite declaring his intention to return to Arsenal and fight for his place, Guendouzi is confident he will continue at the Ligue 1 team.
Senegal boss backs Mane to Bayern
Aliou Cisse said: “I tell my boys to try to work out the contract issues so that when their respective championships resume, they will have already found a base.
“I heard about Sadio at Bayern. For me it is a club that is of its standing. Bayern is intense, pressing football with a German coach.
“Sadio played in Salzburg in Austria which is a border country, and that means he is not going into unknown territory. For me, the club where he will feel the best is Bayern.”
Diallo on his Man Utd future
Amad Diallo wants to leave Manchester United on loan again this season as he targets more regular playing time, according to reports.
The young Ivorian prospect spent the second half of the campaign at Rangers as the Scottish Cup winners reached the Europa League final, where they were eventually beaten on penalties by Eintracht Frankfurt in Seville.
And according to Norwegian journalist Fredrik Filtvedt, Amad is open to another loan after holding talks with Erik ten Hag.
Torreira wants to sign with Fiorentina
Lucas Torreira says he wants to join Fiorentina on a permanent basis from Arsenal.
The midfielder impressed last season on loan at the Serie A side and he has told reporters: “My idea is to be able to stay at Fiorentina , but if that doesn’t happen I’ll look for a team where I can have continuity. At the moment I don’t know anything at all, I just want to rest, take a break because it’s been a busy season. In due course I will sit down with my agent and we will do so to find the best options.”
Nunez deal held up, Reds still in talks
Liverpool and Benfica remain £8m apart in a deal for the much sought-after Darwin Nunez as discussions continue.
The forward enjoyed a breakout season in Portugal, scoring more than 30 times, including one at Anfield, and is now very much on the radar of Europe’s elite. The Reds are in pole position to sign the Uruguayan but the initial cost is holding up any potential deal.
Liverpool want to pay £60m upfront for the player whilst his current club want £68m initially with add-ons taking the deal up to £85m – a club record fee – according to The Times. Julian Ward, the new head transfer guru at Anfield, has flown out to Lisbon, as a result, to discuss the financial disparity as they look to get the original fee lowered.
Nemanja Matic competes Roma move
Nemanja Matić will undergo medical tests in Italy tomorrow then he will sign his contract as new AS Roma player. Matić will join Roma on a one-year deal with option for further season. José Mourinho wanted him, now it’s completed.
Premier League giants interested in Mendy
Manchester United and Chelsea are in the market for reinforcements at left-back this summer, with Fichajes reporting that Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy has emerged as a target for both.
The France international has seen questions asked of his future at Santiago Bernabeu, which may allow him to take on a new challenge in England.
Chelsea feeling confident on Dembele
Football.london reports that Chelsea have been offered positive signals from Ousmane Dembele’s camp regarding a possible summer switch to Stamford Bridge.
The World Cup-winning France international is yet to sign a contract extension at Barcelona and remains poised to drop into the free agent places.
Man Utd consider walking away from De Jong
Man Utd are not going to wait forever to sign Frenkie De Jong as they consider pursuing other targets, according to Sky Sports.
The Barcelona midfielder is among the club’s top targets but the saga continues to be drawn out with the player’s preference to remain at the Nou Camp.
As a result United look elsewhere as they eye new faces in the middle of the park.
Barcelona set Trincao transfer price
Barcelona are reportedly set to ask for €18m (£15.3m) for Francisco Trincao this summer should the former Wolves loanee leave the Camp Nou.
The West Midlands side had a €30m (£25.6m) option to make the deal permanent but according to Mundo Deportivo, that price has been slashed. As per the reports, Sporting de Portugal, Benfica and Valencia are all interested in making a move.
Arsenal set to consider Milinkovic-Savic as an alternative
Arsenal are, according to Corriere dello Sport, mulling over a move for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
The Gunners will look to Serie A for reinforcements if they are unable to prise Ruben Neves or Youri Tielemans away from Premier League rivals Wolves and Leicester.
Eriksen considering options after Brentford proposal
Brentford have submitted a serious, important personal terms offer to Christian Eriksen – but the player is considering his options with many clubs interested. Eriksen will make his decision on the future club in the coming days.
PSG agrees to part ways with Pochettino
The Athletic reports that Paris Saint-Germain and Mauricio Pochettino have reached an agreement that will see them part ways.
PRAIZSPORTS reported during the week that the Ligue 1 champions are preparing to bring in former Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane as their new boss.
Dybala poised to join Inter on three-year deal
Paulo Dybala has become a free agent after reaching the end of his contract at Juventus, and PRAIZSPORTS has learned that he is poised to join Inter on a three-year contract.
The Argentine forward has been heavily linked with clubs across Europe, but he is set to remain in Italy by linking up with the Nerazzurri.
Richarlison closer to agreeing with Spurs than Arsenal
There are reports that Everton forward Richarlison is closer to joining Tottenham than he is Arsenal.
The Brazil international has become a target for two north London rivals, and could end up favouring lilywhite over red if a big-money move is to be made.
Man Utd to join race for Lewandowski
Manchester United are poised to enter the chase for Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski should Barcelona fail to land their man, claims the Sun.
Lewandowski could be offered a contract similar to Cristiano Ronaldo’s, around £400,000 a week, while Bayern would receive up to £20 million ($25m) for the 33-year-old.
Arsenal to consider a move for Asensio
Arsenal are weighing up a move for Marco Asensio, reports the Mirror.
The Gunners are paying close attention to the Real Madrid star, who is currently undecided over whether to extend his current deal at the club which expires in 2023.
Nunez jetting to Liverpool
Darwin Nunez is edging closer to a Liverpool switch and a possible flight chartering him to Merseyside has been scheduled for Monday morning, according to hopeful Reds fans.
The Benfica forward smashed the 30-goal barrier last term, putting himself firmly on the radar of Europe’s elite. Liverpool look to have won the race for his signature after an agreement was reached with the Portuguese outfit. Nunez, currently in Almeria, needs to jet to Liverpool to finalise aspects of his deal.
And a potential route looks to have been cleared for tomorrow as fans have noticed a private flight has been scheduled going from Almeria to Chester at 10.28am on Monday.
Barcelona not closing door on Messi return
ESPN reports that Barcelona would find it say to “say no” to Lionel Messi were he to become a free agent in the summer of 2023.
The Argentine only has 12 months left to run on his contract at Paris Saint-Germain and may be offered the chance to head back to Camp Nou if Blaugrana boss Xavi decides he could still do a job in Spain.
More to come……………