PRAIZSPORTS takes a look at the biggest transfer news and rumours from the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A and around the world.
The Blues are set to be one of the busiest sides in the transfer window as Thomas Tuchel prepares to make a number of changes to his squad. The German coach is set to have more than £200million available to him from new owner Todd Boehly.
High-profile players have been linked with a move to west London, from Raheem Sterling to Raphinha. The latter has reportedly been subject to a bid from the Blues, with a deal “agreed” with Leeds.
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Man Utd, Barca & Arsenal priced out of Neves deal
Arsenal, Manchester United, and Barcelona have all expressed interest in signing Wolves’ Ruben Neves this summer, but the club appears to have priced the Portuguese international out of a deal with a whopping £75 million price tag, according to the Sun.
The interested parties value the 25-year-old closer to £45 million, implying that a move away from Wolves this summer is less likely.
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Man Utd join Newcastle in Badiashile battle
Manchester United have joined Newcastle in the battle to prise Benoit Badiashile away from Monaco, claims Nice-Matin.
The 21-year-old centre-half is now said to be valued at £50 million ($61m) as interest in his services continues to build from across Europe.
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Spence still in Spurts’ sights
Tottenham remain interested in Middlesbrough full-back Djed Spence, claims CaughtOffside.
Spurs were said to have given up on the former Nottingham Forest loanee after learning of his asking price, but a deal could still be done as Antonio Conte is still looking to land another right wing-back.
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Arsenal lead Man Utd in race for Martinez
CaughtOffside claims that Arsenal are leading Manchester United in the race for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.
The Argentine has worked with Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag before, but the Gunners are now favourites to secure his signature as Premier League rivals become distracted by other deals.
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Man Utd & Arsenal priced out of Neves move
Wolves have, according to The Sun, successfully priced Manchester United and Arsenal out of moves for Ruben Neves.
The Portuguese midfielder has been linked with the Red Devils and Gunners for several years, but his current club are demanding £75 million ($91m) from any sale.
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Chiellini happy with MLS move
Juventus legend Giorgio Chiellini admits that he was surprised to get the call to move to MLS with “fantastic” Los Angeles FC.
Chiellini, 37, left Juve after 18 trophy-laden years at the end of the 2021-22 season, receiving a hero’s send-off in his final game.
He will now start a new challenge in California alongside fellow new LAFC arrival Gareth Bale.
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Neymar ‘crazy’ about Barcelona return
Neymar is “crazy” about the idea of returning to Barcelona, claims OnzeTV3.
The Brazilian forward has seen a retracing of steps to Camp Nou speculated on for some time, with Paris Saint-Germain now open to offers for the most expensive player on the planet.
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Tottenham push for La Liga defenders
Tottenham have turned their transfer attention to La Liga defenders Clement Lenglet and Pervis Estupinan, GOAL understands.
Manager Antonio Conte wants to reinforce his back line with Champions League football on his plate for the 2022-23 campaign, and Lenglet and Estupinan would provide cover for his defensive system.
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De Jong resistant to Man Utd move
Midfielder eager to prove himself at Camp Nou
Frenkie de Jong is resistant to a transfer that would take him from Barcelona to Manchester United despite the clubs making significant progress in negotiations, claims Directo Gol.
De Jong’s dream move was to join the Catalan club, and he doesn’t want to give up on his time there so quickly, particularly when the alternative is a Manchester United team not in the Champions League.
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Lisandro Martinez saga
Arsenal are working hard to swiftly wrap up a deal for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez, amid growing interest from Manchester United.
Arsenal have so far, however, failed to agree a fee for the Argentina international as Ajax are holding out for £45million.
The Gunners’ current proposal is worth around £35m, with add-ons potentially taking that number to £40m.
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Chelsea wait on Raphinha
Chelsea are waiting for a final agreement from Raphinha amid late interest from Barcelona.
According to SportWitness, the player is yet to say ‘yes’ to a Stamford Bridge move as he holds out for a dream move to Camp Nou.
A crucial few hours are in store.
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Sevilla uncertain about Kounde
Sevilla have been left in the dark over Jules Kounde’s future amid interest from Chelsea and Barcelona.
Marca reports that Chelsea interest in Matthijs de Ligt, Kalidou Koulibaly and Nathan Ake has left Sevilla unsure if their most sellable asset is staying put or not.
Barca have limited funds but appear to be prioritising signing Robert Lewandowski and, hopefully, Raphinha.
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Tottenham now in for Tielemans?
Tottenham are not messing around.
There are growing reports on Twitter (insert pinch of salt here) that Spurs are looking into a deal for Youri Tielemans of Leicester.
The Belgian has just one year to run on his contract and wants a move, ideally to a Champions League club, which would rule Arsenal out of the running.
One to keep an eye on.
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Phillips set for Man City medical
Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips is set to undergo a medical on Friday ahead of moving to Manchester City.
Sky Sports reports that the England international will move for between £45m and £50m after the two clubs agreed terms.
Phillips reportedly turned down offers from other suitors, but will join Pep Guardiola’s side after fellow midfielder Fernandinho left the Etihad Stadium.
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PSG planning a double swoop
Not only are Paris Saint-Germain poised to land Renato Sanches, but his fellow Portuguese midfielder Vitinha is also close to joining the French champions.
Vitinha – who spent the 2020/21 campaign on loan at Wolves – is set to leave FC Porto, where he starred last season during their league title success.
PSG are also poised to appoint Christophe Galtier as their new boss, with a compensation package finally agreed to end Mauricio Pochettino’s stay at the club.
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Real Madrid striker set for Italy
Luka Jovic is set to end his unhappy stint at Real Madrid to join Serie A side Fiorentina, according to Spanish radio station Cadena Cope.
The Serbian moved to the Spanish capital in a deal in excess of £50million in 2019 but he has found the net just three times in over 50 appearances for the club.