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The summer transfer window is still not yet open but Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United are all busy chasing deals. Chelsea have completed the signing of Kendry Paez and were keen on a move for Manuel Ugarte, but the Blues will now turn their attention instead to Brighton’s Moises Caicedo. There is also believed to be interest in Romeo Lavia.
Arsenal are also keen on Caicedo, though West Ham star Declan Rice remains their top priority and a first bid is expected this week. Manchester City captain Ilkay Gundogan is another major midfield target. Tottenham hope to appoint Ange Postecoglou as their new manager this week after successful talks on Monday, though Spurs may now have to contend with a mega £100million Real Madrid offer for Harry Kane having told Manchester United he is not for sale.
Los Blancos are pushing for the England captain with Karim Benzema set to depart for Saudi Arabia after 14 years in Madrid, though they are also keen on Kai Havertz. United, meanwhile, are pushing hard to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea, and have lined up Randal Kolo Muani and Goncalo Ramos as Kane alternatives. Alexis Mac Allister is set for a Liverpool medical with Khephren Thuram, Manu Kone and Gabri Veiga of interest too. Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours with Standard Sport’s live blog below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Caicedo prefers Arsenal to Chelsea
Blues keen on Lavia deal
Arsenal preparing first Rice bid
Man United consider Kane alternatives
Spurs to sell SEVEN once Postecoglou appointed
Chelsea complete signing of wonderkid Paez
Bellingham to Madrid this week
07:21 , Alex Young
Real Madrid are hoping to wrap up a deal to sign Jude Bellingham this week.
Amid interest in Harry Kane, the Spanish giants are looking to finalise a transfer saga which has rumbled on for well over a year.
Talks with Borussia Dortmund resumed yesterday and Fabrizio Romano claims everyting could be concluded in a matter of days.
Saudis want Aubameyang
07:08 , Alex Young
Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has offers from Saudi Arabia.
According to Fabrizio Romano, both Al Ahli and Al Shabab have approached Aubameyang over a potential move to the Gulf state.
The striker has previously claimed his preference as to stay in European football - will the Saudi money change his mind.
Either way, his miserable time at Chelsea is effectively over.
Decision time for Havertz
Monday 5 June 2023 22:48 , Matt Verri
Kai Havertz is set to have a big decision to make this summer.
The Mail report that Chelsea have told the forward he must sign a new contract or they will push to sell him, with Real Madrid among the clubs keen on the German.
Havertz has two years remaining on his current deal and the Blues are keen to extend that, but they will not risk letting him run down his contract.
Agent Hazard?
Monday 5 June 2023 22:31 , Matt Verri
Chelsea are believed to be interested in Romeo Lavia, as we covered earlier this evening.
The midfielder is likely to be on the move this summer, after Southampton were relegated, and the Blues are among the clubs interested in the 19-year-old.
Chelsea could have an edge too, with the Express claiming that Eden Hazard has been speaking to his fellow Belgian and urging him to make the move to Stamford Bridge.
Liverpool keep tabs on Kessie
Monday 5 June 2023 22:07 , Matt Verri
Liverpool are considering a move for Barcelona midfielder Franck Kessie.
That’s according to Sport, who claim that the Reds are still undecided whether to push to sign Kessie for a fee in the region of £30million.
Midfield is a key area for Liverpool this summer, and they are on the verge of completing a deal for Alexis Mac Allister. Barcelona are believed to be open to selling Kessie, despite Sergio Busquets’ departure, as they look to clear space on the wage bill for the potential return of Lionel Messi.
Cole: Diallo could replace Martial or Sancho
Monday 5 June 2023 21:39 , Matt Verri
Andy Cole has backed Amad Diallo to have an impact in the Manchester United first team next season.
The 20-year-old has shone on loan at Sunderland, scoring 14 goals, and the former United striker believes Diallo has done enough to challenge for a starting spot at Old Trafford.
“Amad Diallo could be the player to replace Anthony Martial or Jadon Sancho,” Cole told BoyleSports about Champions League Odds.
“He’s had a fantastic loan at Sunderland and Tony Mowbray has sung his praises. Diallo looks like a good kid too and I hope he can have an impact at Manchester United.
“This loan period has worked out really well and now he has the opportunity to compete with players like Sancho and Martial from the bench.”
Man United in for Vanderson
Monday 5 June 2023 21:07 , Matt Verri
Man United are reportedly considering a move for Monaco right-back Vanderson.
Brazilian paper Zero Hora claims that United have made initial contact with Monaco about the 21-year-old, though have been told a bid of at least €50million will be required.
It’s suggested that talks have still been positive, with the move a possibility in the weeks ahead.
Real want Havertz
Monday 5 June 2023 20:44 , Matt Verri
As we covered earlier, Real Madrid are keen on signing Kai Havertz.
With Karim Benzema leaving the club this summer, Real are eyeing potential replacements up front. Harry Kane is one player being considered, but Havertz is also a serious option.
Fabrizio Romano reports that personal terms will not be an issue, with Havertz wanting to join Real, and Chelsea are willing to sell the German, though will wait to see who else is interested.
Messi back to Barcelona?
Monday 5 June 2023 20:21 , Matt Verri
Lionel Messi could well be making a sensational return to Barcelona this summer.
The World Cup winner is leaving PSG and while Saudi Arabia are keen to secure Messi, Goal Espana claim that the Argentine has asked Al Hilal to postpone talks for another year.
That would add further fuel to the speculation that Messi wants to play for Barcelona again, with president Joan Laporta also keen.
He told reporters: “Of course, he [Messi] would love to return to Barcelona. I would like it too. We will see.”
Man United in for Rabiot
Monday 5 June 2023 19:54 , Matt Verri
Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign Adrien Rabiot on a free transfer.
The French midfielder is out of contract at Juventus this summer, and Gazzetta dello Sport claim that United are in pole position to secure Rabiot when he leaves Turin.
With the likes of Harry Kane and Mason Mount being considered, the signing of Rabiot will allow funds to be used elsewhere.
Analysis on Chelsea signing Paez
Monday 5 June 2023 19:25 , Matt Verri
These are the early wins of the new Chelsea project, Nizaar Kinsella writes.
It will take many years for the fruits of the labour to be seen in the first team, but Kendry Paez is still a talent identified and clubs who usually dominate in South America have lost out to the Blues.
Read more on that signing here
Race for Tielemans is on!
Monday 5 June 2023 19:10 , Matt Verri
There will be no shortage of clubs looking to sign Youri Tielemans this summer on a free transfer.
The Athletic report that Aston Villa are keen to swiftly wrap up a deal for the midfielder, with Unai Emery wanting the club to strengthen in that area of the pitch.
It’s believed Villa will make an official approach to Tielemans soon, as he considers his options after his departure from Leicester was confirmed.
Chelsea keen on Lavia
Monday 5 June 2023 18:50 , Matt Verri
Speaking of midfielders and Chelsea, Romeo Lavia could make the move to Stamford Bridge this summer.
The 19-year-old was relegated with Southampton this season but is attracting plenty of attention from the Premier League’s top sides, including Chelsea and Liverpool.
The Express report that Joe Shields, who pushed Southampton to sign Lavia and now works at Chelsea, is urging the Blues’ hierarchy to open talks with the Saints over a deal for the midfielder.
Kante in demand
Monday 5 June 2023 18:35 , Matt Verri
N’Golo Kante’s future at Stamford Bridge remains up in the air.
The midfielder’s current contract at Chelsea expires this summer, but he has been close to agreeing a new deal with the club since March.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Frenchman would love to stay at Chelsea, though Al Ittihad and Al Nassr are preparing big-money bids to bring Kante to Saudi Arabia.
Leicester departures confirmed
Monday 5 June 2023 18:16 , Matt Verri
As expected, a number of players will be leaving Leicester this summer after their relegation to the Championship.
Harvey Barnes and James Maddison will likely be on that list, but for now the club have confirmed that seven players will be leaving when their contracts expire at the end of the month.
That includes Youri Tielemans, who has regularly been linked with a move to Arsenal, along with Caglar Soyuncu, Daniel Amartey, Nampalys Mendy, Ryan Bertrand, Ayoze Perez and Tete.
The Foxes remain in contract talks with captain Jonny Evans and have exercised the option to extend Hamza Choudhury’s deal by a year.
Man United consider midfield plans
Monday 5 June 2023 17:59 , Matt Verri
Manchester United believe they will have to choose between Declan Rice and Mason Mount this summer.
Mount is set to leave Chelsea and United believe the midfielder would be keen to join them if a fee can be agreed with the Blues, though it remains to be seen whether that can happen.
The Mail report that United are interested in Rice too, but have accepted signing both will likely be too difficult considering the other transfer plans they have in place.
Fresneda interest from Gunners
Monday 5 June 2023 17:44 , Matt Verri
Arsenal remain interested in Real Valladolid right-back Ivan Fresneda.
The Gunners were linked with the 18-year-old in January, but he opted to remain with the Spanish club, who have now been relegated from La Liga.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Fresneda has a €20million release clause, but could leave for less than that, as Arsenal and Borussia Dortmund consider bids.
Best of both worlds?
Monday 5 June 2023 17:27 , Matt Verri
🗣️ "He could conceivably go to Spain, win a load of trophies and still have enough time to come back and break Alan Shearer's record."
Can Real Madrid tempt Harry Kane to leave the Premier League?@Dan_KP assesses the summer's biggest transfer saga. pic.twitter.com/Aq8p58v5UP— Standard Sport (@standardsport) June 5, 2023
Neves set for Barcelona move
Monday 5 June 2023 17:07 , Matt Verri
Ruben Neves looks increasingly likely to move to Barcelona this summer.
The Wolves skipper has made it clear he wants to play in the Champions League, and has regularly been linked with Manchester United in the past.
However, according to Sport, Neves is pushing to join Barcelona in a deal that could see Ansu Fati make the opposite move.
Ogbonna: I look forward to staying at West Ham
Monday 5 June 2023 16:43 , Matt Verri
Angelo Ogbonna has once again confirmed he wants to stay at West Ham beyond the end of his current contract, which expires later this month.
“My desire has always been to stay,” he told Gazzetta dello Sport.
“The club is aware of it and we’re talking about it. We’re just waiting for the end of the season to define things.
“I look forward to staying, and West Ham know the respect I have for the club and the fans and all I’ve given over the years we’ve been together.”
Spurs move closer to appointment
Monday 5 June 2023 16:25 , Matt Verri
Tottenham have agreed terms in principle for Ange Postecoglou to take over as their new manager.
The Celtic boss held talks with Spurs today and they appear to have been successful, with Sky Sports reporting that the deal has now moved a step closer to completion.
Some good news for Tottenham fans is not far away...
Done deal!
Monday 5 June 2023 16:08 , Matt Verri
Chelsea have officially sealed the signing of South American wonderkid Kendry Paez.
The 16-year-old Ecuador midfielder will move to Stamford Bridge after he turns 18 in May 2025.
Paez is set to join Chelsea from Ecuadorian Serie A leaders Independiente del Valle, the same club from whom Brighton signed noted Blues target Moises Caicedo in 2021.
Read the full story on that here
Havertz to Madrid?
Monday 5 June 2023 15:53 , Matt Verri
Real Madrid are reportedly interested in Chelsea forward Kai Havertz.
Relevo claim that Real see Havertz as a serious target this summer, as they consider possible replacements for Karim Benzema.
Havertz was a regular in the Chelsea side under Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter and Frank Lampard, but managed just nine goals across all competitions for Blues.
Cole: Man United should move for Bellingham
Monday 5 June 2023 15:29 , Matt Verri
Andy Cole has urged Manchester United to make a late move to Jude Bellingham.
The England midfielder is set to join Real Madrid this summer, but Cole believes his former club should go all-out for the teenager rather than potentially spending big on Declan Rice.
“If Declan Rice is costing around £100m, then Manchester United might as well go for Jude Bellingham as he’s in the same price bracket,” Cole told BoyleSports about Champions League Odds.
“Even if Bellingham is going to Real Madrid, nothing is confirmed yet. I know who I would go for if I had to choose who to spend £100m on.”
Kane alternatives considered
Monday 5 June 2023 15:21 , Matt Verri
Manchester United are keeping tabs on other options should a move for Harry Kane prove impossible.
Kane’s future at Tottenham remains up in the air and he has been linked with a big-money exit from the club this summer.
The Mail report that while United remain incredibly keen on the England captain, Spurs’ reluctance to sell means that Randal Kolo Muani and Goncalo Ramos are also being considered.
Phillips wants Man City stay
Monday 5 June 2023 15:13 , Matt Verri
Kalvin Phillips wants to remain at Manchester City and fight for his place.
That’s according to The Telegraph, with it claimed that the midfield has no desire to leave the club this summer and believes he can play an increased role under Pep Guardiola next season.
Newcastle are among the clubs keen on Phillips, but have been left frustrated by the former Leeds man.
Liverpool eye Lavia in midfield rebuild
Monday 5 June 2023 14:46 , George Flood
Romeo Lavia is another reported midfield target for Liverpool.
The Reds are set to kickstart their long overdue overhaul in the middle of the pitch by sealing the capture of Brighton’s World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister this week.
Liverpool are also believed to have held talks with the agents of Borussia Monchengladbach’s Manu Kone and Khephren Thuram of Nice.
According to the Daily Mail, former Manchester City youngster Lavia is another player on Jurgen Klopp’s radar after Southampton were relegated from the Premier League.
Chelsea have also been linked with the 19-year-old.
Butland to join Rangers
Monday 5 June 2023 14:27 , Alex Young
Jack Butland is set to join Rangers on a free transfer.
The goalkeeper’s Crystal Palace contract has expired and spent the second half of the season on loan at Manchester United.
He has today completed a medical north of the border and his signing will soon by announced.
Two medicals at PSG
Monday 5 June 2023 14:12 , Alex Young
Marco Asensio and Manuel Ugarte will both undergo medicals at Paris Saint-Germain this afternoon.
Ugarte joins from Sporting on a five-year deal for around £51million, while Asensio will sign a four-year deal after joining on a free transfer from Real Madrid.
Why Spurs believe Postecoglou can be their new Pochettino
Monday 5 June 2023 13:50 , Alex Young
In Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham would be appointing a coach with a reputation for playing exactly the kind of "free-flowing, attacking and entertaining" football which chairman Daniel Levy wants to return to, but perhaps most appealing about the Australian is his record of uniting fractured clubs.
Spurs finished a miserable campaign with a broken dressing room — the players' confidence shattered by their public evisceration by Antonio Conte and the 6-1 humiliation at Newcastle — and fans calling for Levy to resign and out of patience with several members of the squad. The mood could not be more different to the heyday of
Mauricio Pochettino's tenure, when a thread of unity ran through the club from boardroom to terraces, directly through the charismatic Argentine.
After the underwhelming tenures of Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte, Spurs desperately want to go back to being a united club again.
Cucurella could be sold this summer
Monday 5 June 2023 13:37 , Alex Young
Chelsea will demand in excess of £20million to sell Ian Maatsen, whose future could have a say on Marc Cucurella’s, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
Burnley are keen to retain Maatsen’s services preferably on a permanent transfer, but Chelsea have not ruled out keeping hold of the 21-year-old, with the future of Cucurella uncertain as new manager Mauricio Pochettino prepares to take the reins next month.
The Spaniard failed to impress during a difficult first campaign that followed his high-profile £63m switch from Brighton last summer and could yet be sold or loaned out himself during the upcoming transfer window.
A departure for Cucurella would leave Chelsea short on left-back options as things stand, with Ben Chilwell their only other natural senior option in the position.
Spurs ready to sell SEVEN stars
Monday 5 June 2023 13:24 , Alex Young
Tottenham will embark on a summer clear out once Ange Postecoglou is appointed manager.
The Telegraph report that Postecoglu will join this week after a fee of less than £5million was agreed with Celtic, and shold bring assistant John Kennedy with him.
Spurs captain Hugo Lloris and veteran full-back Ivan Perisic would lead the exits, while defenders Davinson Sanchez, Ryan Sessegnon, Ben Davies and Eric Dier all face uncertain futures. Loanee Clement Lenglet could return to Barcelona.
Giovani Lo Celso, Sergio Reguilon and Harry Winks, who spent last season out on loan, will be sold, though Postecoglou wants to take a look at club-record signing Tanguy Ndombele before a decision is made.
Gundogan: Why everyone wants clutch captain
Monday 5 June 2023 13:15 , Alex Young
As proven in the FA Cup final, and by the chase for his signature, Ilkay Gundogan still has so much to offer.
Pep Guardiola sees Gundogan as a mature individual and a dependable player who rises to the big occasion and leads by example.
That was perfectly showcased at Wembley — notably the first 13 seconds of the game — when he cannoned in the first of two match-winning volleys to propel City two thirds of the way to English football’s second-ever Treble.
He is the ultimate clutch player, always rising to the occasion. No wonder City are desperate to keep him, and why Arsenal need him.
Kane can move abroad and still break Shearer’s record
Monday 5 June 2023 12:50 , Alex Young
Tottenham are braced for another Harry Kane transfer saga, but a departure may not mean the end of the striker's time at Spurs, writes Dan Kilpatrick.
Kane and Spurs may have different plans, but playing abroad and becoming the Premier League’s all-time top-scorer should no longer be considered mutually exclusive for the striker. He can easily do both, and keep his Spurs legacy intact.
Dan explains how in this piece.
Caicedo keen on Arsenal
Monday 5 June 2023 12:30 , Alex Young
Chelsea target Moises Caicedo remains keen on joining Arsenal, according to Goal.com.
Arsenal journalist Charles Watts expects a bidding war for the Brighton midfielder is imminent as both London clubs step up their interest. Caicedo is expected to cost upwards of £70million.
Declan Rice has always been the priority for Arsenal, but it remains to be seen if Mikel Arteta will move for both players.
Messi meeting at Barcelona
Monday 5 June 2023 12:20 , Alex Young
Some big breaking news out of Spain as Jorge Messi has been pictured entering Barcelona president Joan Laporte’s home.
The topic up for discussion will be Lionel Messi’s return to Camp Nou and if it’s even feasible financially.
It’s Barca or Saudi Arabia for Messi, who left Paris Saint-Germain over the weekend.
Celtic grant Spurs permission for manager talks
Monday 5 June 2023 12:05 , Alex Young
Celtic have granted Tottenham permission to speak to manager Ange Postecoglou, according to Sky Sports.
The manager is expected to become Spurs’ next head coach this week.
As reported by Standard Sport earlier today, talks with Celtic and the Australian are ongoing.
Arsenal step up Rice efforts
Monday 5 June 2023 11:57 , Alex Young
Arsenal will step up their pursuit of Declan Rice after West Ham’s Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina on Wednesday, writes Simon Collings.
Rice, who is also wanted by Bayern Munich and Manchester United, is yet to agree personal terms with any club.
The England midfielder and West Ham have been reluctant to discuss a move away until after Wednesday’s final in Prague, although it is thought that his preference is to stay in the Premier League.
West Ham value their captain at £120million but Arsenal will push to strike a deal that is closer to £90m.
The Hammers are resigned to losing Rice whatever the outcome of the clash with Fiorentina and Arsenal will accelerate talks for their No1 target after that game.
Liverpool in Kone and Thuram talks
Monday 5 June 2023 11:45 , Alex Young
Once Liverpool wrap up the signing of Alexis Mac Allister, the club will focus on further midfield signings.
That's according to Fabrizio Romano, who reports that Manu Kone and Kephren Thuram are targets and talks with their agents have already taken place.
Gabri Veiga is another linked, who is "appreciated but no bid or talks advancing yet", the journalist adds.
Liverpool to sign Mac Allister this week
Monday 5 June 2023 11:18 , Alex Young
Liverpool are set to sign Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton, according to multiple reports.
Mac Allister is understood to have a release clause of around £30-35million, and the deal should be wrapped up and confirmed before the end of the week.
Initial reports of a £60-70m fee were wide of the mark, with Liverpool expected to pay around half that.
Mac Allister will sign a contract until 2028 after undergoing a medical.
Kante attracting Saudi Arabia interest
Monday 5 June 2023 11:00 , Alex Young
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante is the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia, amid growing uncertainty over his future at Stamford Bridge, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
Kante is out of contract this summer and talks over a deal new have stalled. The 32-year-old is the latest high-profile star being targeted by the Saudi Pro League, which has attracted Karim Benzema to join Cristiano Ronaldo in the Gulf state.
Lionel Messi is also in talks over a £320million-a-year move to Saudi Arabia, in what would be the most lucrative salary deal in the history of football.
Kante is attractive to the Saudis because he is viewed as a Muslim role model. Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr are one of the clubs interested in the France World Cup Winner, while Benzema’s Al-Ittihad are also said to be keen on a move.
Charlton takeover agreed
Monday 5 June 2023 10:47 , Alex Young
Former Sunderland executive director Charlie Methven has agreed a takeover of Charlton.
The SE7 consortium led by Methven, Edward Warrick and American billionaire Joshua Friedman has agreed to buy the League One club from current owner Thomas Sandgaard.
The deal is subject to EFL approval, which is likely to take a number of weeks.
SE7 will also need a lease agreement sanctioned by former owner Roland Duchatelet, who owns the freehold to The Valley and the club’s Sparrows Lane training ground.
Osimhen open to Napoli exit
Monday 5 June 2023 10:31 , Alex Young
Victor Osimhen “doesn’t mind” if he stays at Napoli or moves on this summer.
The Nigerian has become one of Europe’s top strikers during his time at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, hitting 30 goals this season to fire Luciano Spalletti’s side to their first Serie A title since 1990.
Such exploits have seen Osimhen linked with a big-money exit from Italy, with Manchester United and Chelsea said to be among the clubs interested in the player, who still has two years left to run on his current contract in Naples and is expected to have an asking price worth more than £100m.
“I don’t know, the president [Aurelio De Laurentiis] has to decide that. I love the people of Napoli, they have shown me so much love. For me, I don’t mind, the president decides and I will just go with the flow,” Osimhen told DAZN when asked if he would still be at Napoli next season after Sunday night’s season-ending 2-0 win over Sampdoria in which he registered a second-half penalty.
Spurs to appoint Postecoglou this week
Monday 5 June 2023 10:10 , Alex Young
Tottenham are expected to complete the appointment of Ange Postecoglou as their new head coach this week, writes Dan Kilpatrick.
Postecoglou last week emerged as the frontrunner to permanently succeed Antonio Conte but, as reported by Standard Sport, Spurs wanted to wait until after Saturday's Scottish Cup Final before escalating their interest in the 57-year-old, out of respect for Celtic.
Personal terms are expected to be a formality - with reports suggesting Postecoglou will agree a two-year deal with the option of a further year - and talks with the Scottish champions should also be straightforward, with Postecoglou on a 12-month rolling contract at Parkhead.
Postecoglou has impressed Spurs chairman Daniel Levy in talks and also has a supporter in compatriot Scott Munn, who knows him personally from their time in Australia and will officially join the Premier League club as chief football officer next month.
Chelsea turn to Caicedo
Monday 5 June 2023 09:50 , Alex Young
Chelsea will switch their focus to a move for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo after cooling interest in Sporting’s Manuel Ugarte, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
Both Chelsea and PSG agreed to pay Ugarte’s £52million release clause but the French club offered him a bigger wage package and the Blues have backed away from talks.
Chelsea will instead target securing a deal for Caicedo ahead of Arsenal and Liverpool, as they rebuild their midfield under new head coach Mauricio Pochettino.
Caicedo could cost more than £80m after establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League at Brighton.
ICMYI: Ibrahimovic retires from football
Monday 5 June 2023 09:38 , Alex Young
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has just announced his retirement from professional football.
The legendary Swedish striker, one of the game’s most charismatic figures, is hanging up his boots at the age of 41, having bid an emotional farewell to AC Milan on Sunday.
Ibrahimovic endured an injury-ravaged final campaign of his glittering, trophy-laden career, restricted to just four appearances across all competitions for the Rossoneri, who opted not to extend his contract.
Milan fans and team-mates bid goodbye to one of their most popular players in a ceremony at the San Siro on Sunday, after their final Serie A match of the campaign against Hellas Verona, which they won 3-1.
An impressive large tifo display that read simply ‘Godbye’ was unfurled by supporters in the stands, while Ibrahimovic had tears in his eyes as he received a standing ovation and was presented with a special signed shirt.
“I say goodbye to football but not to you,” he told fans at the San Siro.
City working on new Haaland contract
Monday 5 June 2023 09:15 , Alex Young
More on Manchester City contracts now as the club are already working on a new deal for Erling Haaland, less than a year after joining.
The Telegraph report that the club are confident of agreeing fresh terms, and believe completing a famous Treble on Saturday will make the task of convincing Haaland even easier.
Real Madrid are long-term admirers and have long reportedly wanted both Haaland and Kylian Mbappe to lead a quite terrifying front line.
Haaland's curent contract is worth around £400,000 a week and runs until 2027.
Gundogan’s agent denies contract talk
Monday 5 June 2023 09:04 , Alex Young
Ilkay Gundogan’s agent has denied reports the midfielder has agreed a new contract with Manchester City.
“Nothing has been agreed with City or any other club”, Ilhan Gundogan told Fabrizio Romano.
“The recent reports are NOT true. Ilkay is only focused on the final.”
As reported by us, no decision on Gundogan’s future will be made before the Champions League final this weekend.
Arsenal are in the race.
Kane to be Real’s no.9
Monday 5 June 2023 08:44 , Alex Young
Real Madrid are ready to give Harry Kane their coveted no.9 shirt should the Tottenham striker join this summer.
The Spanish giants are looking for a replacement for Karim Benzema, and have reportedly made Kane their top target.
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy does not want to sell, and is reportedly demanding £200million to sell a player with just one year left on his contract.
This one is going to run and run.
Man United close in on Kim signing
Monday 5 June 2023 08:32 , Alex Young
There is no Kim Min-jae in the Napoli squad playing their final game of a title-winning Serie A season against Sampdoria today.
That is not because of a rumoured looming transfer to Manchester United, but rather because the South Korean defender is suspended after his latest yellow card in the draw with Bologna last weekend.
However, Kim is said to be present for the celebrations at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where he is expected to say goodbye to Napoli fans just a year after joining from Fenerbahce.
PSG to sign Ugarte today
Monday 5 June 2023 08:18 , Alex Young
Paris Saint-Germain have won the race to sign Manuel Ugarte, L'Equipe have confirmed.
Sporting were pushing the midfielder towards Chelsea despite the player agreeing a deal with the French champions, but the Blues on Sunday evening withdrew their bid.
L'Equipe report that the reason for Chelsea's change of heart was not clear but it is understood money was a likely factor.
Ugarte is now expected to sign for PSG today in a deal worth €60million (£51.7m).
Postecoglou agrees Spurs contract
Monday 5 June 2023 08:05 , Alex Young
More on Tottenham’s pursuit of Ange Postecoglou.
According to reports, the Greek-born Australian has verbally agreed a two-year contract to take over at Spurs. The club will have the option to extend by a further 12 months should they see fit.
Postecoglou and Spurs will have further talks this week, but it is now expected that the Celtic boss will be Antonio Conte’s replacement in north London.
City offer Gundogan new contract
Monday 5 June 2023 07:58 , Alex Young
Manchester City have made another attempt to convince captain Ilkay Gundogan to stay with a new contract offer.
Gundogan is out of contract at the end of the month and at the weekend scored twice as City beat Manchester United 2-1 in the FA Cup Final.
The 32-year-old is known to want at least two more years to re-commit, prompting interest from both Arsenal and Barcelona.
City were only offering one more year, but have now reportedly put one year plus the option of a second year on the table.
Will that prove enough for Gundogan?
Mac Allister to Liverpool this week
Monday 5 June 2023 07:47 , Alex Young
Liverpool are closing in on the signing of Alexis Mac Allister.
According to reports, the much-anticipated summer move could be wrapped up this week.
The Brighton midfielder's agent, who is also his father, is in England to sort out the final details of his son's exit.
Liverpool will offer Mac Allister a five-year deal and could land the player for as little as £30million.
Abraham injury dashes transfer hopes
Monday 5 June 2023 07:42 , Alex Young
Horrible scenes in Italy last night as Tammy Abraham faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after suffering a horror knee injury in Roma's final game of the season.
Abraham was stretchered off shortly after his introduction as a substitute in the second half against Spezia, with initial reports claiming he has suffered an ACL injury and could face up to nine months out.
Abraham recently missed out on England's latest squad after a frustrating season in front of goal for Roma, scoring just nine goals in 53 appearances.
But the striker was poised for a big transfer this summer, with Roma reportedly ready to cash in on a player they signed from Chelsea for around £28million in 2021. Those hopes are now over.
ICYMI: Spurs close in on Postecoglou
Monday 5 June 2023 07:23 , Alex Young
Tottenham are closing in on the appointment of Ange Postecoglou as their new manager.
A deal to take the Treble-winning Celtic boss to north London could be completed this week as Spurs zero in on their top target, Standard Sport understands.
Postecoglou has emerged as the leading contender to become the long-term successor to Antonio Conte, having suitably impressed chairman Daniel Levy and incoming chief football officer Scott Munn.
Tottenham were expected to ramp up their interest in the Australian after Saturday’s Scottish Cup final, which Celtic won 3-1 against Championship side Inverness Caledonian Thistle to secure their fifth domestic Treble in the last seven seasons.
Real Madrid want Kane and Havertz
Monday 5 June 2023 07:05 , Alex Young
Real Madrid are pushing ahead with deals for Harry Kane and Kai Havertz, with both strikers have been identified as replacements for Karim Benzema.
Multiple reports claim Madrid are preparing to blow transfer rivals Manchester United and Bayern Munich out of the water with a £100million offer for Kane. However Spurs chairman Daniel Levy will demand £200m to sell, report the Independent.
That's where Havertz comes in. The German is one of several players who could depart Chelsea this summer as a bloated squad undergoes a major transformation under incoming manager Mauricio Pochettino.
Havertz is admired by Madrid, with Fabrizio Romano and German newspaper Bild reporting that a summer move is already in the works with Carlo Ancelotti targeting the striker.
Transfer specialist Romano insists that no talks have yet taken place between the clubs, but discussions are expected soon and Chelsea are open to selling as they look to make a profit on the £75.8m they paid three years ago.
Arsenal to step up Rice bid this week
Monday 5 June 2023 06:57 , Alex Young
Arsenal will bid for Declan Rice after West Ham’s Europa Conference League final appearance this week.
The Gunners have long since been considered as the front runners to sign Rice, who is widely expected to move on in a big-money deal this summer after years of speculation.
Manchester United and Bayern Munich have also been linked with the England midfielder, with suggestions last week that the latter were ready to steal a march on their rivals by making an early £95million offer following positive telephone conversations between Rice and manager Thomas Tuchel.
However, Fabrizio Romano insists that nothing has changed with regards to the Rice situation, with Arsenal set to table their opening offer after West Ham face Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League final in Prague on Wednesday evening.
Arsenal agree Caicedo contract
Monday 5 June 2023 06:45 , Alex Young
Arsenal have stolen a march on their transfer rivals by agreeing personal terms with Brighton star Moises Caicedo.
That's according to Ecuadorian media outlet Teradeportes, who report that Caicedo has decided to leave Brighton this summer and has a number of options at his disposal.
Champions League could be the deciding factor, with Chelsea and Liverpool also keen on Caicedo. The Blues, though, are prepared to offer bigger wages.
Brighton want around £75million to sell the midfielder.
Diogo Costa responds to Man United interest
Monday 5 June 2023 06:35 , Alex Young
Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa says responded to reports Manchester United want him to replace David de Gea this summer.
De Gea's performances have again come under the spotlight amid ongoing contract talks with the club, most recently in the FA Cup final as Ilkay Gundogan scored two volleys as Manchester City won 2-1 at Wembley.
The goalkeeper's current contract is set to expire at the end of the month, and he is expected to sign an extension, but the Porto youngster has reportedly been identified as a long-term replacement.
Asked about joining United, Costa said on Sunday evening: "That’s the internet."
Chelsea weigh up selling Cucurella
Monday 5 June 2023 06:22 , Alex Young
Chelsea will demand in excess of £20million to sell Ian Maatsen, whose future could have a say on Marc Cucurella's, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
Burnley are keen to retain Maatsen's services preferably on a permanent transfer, but Chelsea have not ruled out keeping hold of the 21-year-old, with the future of Cucurella uncertain as new manager Mauricio Pochettino prepares to take the reins next month.
The Spaniard failed to impress during a difficult first campaign that followed his high-profile £63m switch from Brighton last summer and could yet be sold or loaned out himself during the upcoming transfer window.
A departure for Cucurella would leave Chelsea short on left-back options as things stand, with Ben Chilwell their only other natural senior option in the position.
Benzema scores final Real goal
Monday 5 June 2023 06:10 , Alex Young
Karim Benzema has bid farewell to Real Madrid in the only way he knows how: by scoring.
The 35-year-old scored his 354th goal in his final game as Real Madrid drew 1-1 with Athletic Bilbao in the final game of the season.
Benzema is now set to leave to join a club in Saudi Arabia for one final big pay day. He leaves Spain after 14 years, with four La Liga titles and five Champions Leagues.
Postecoglou tells Celtic he wants Tottenham job
Sunday 4 June 2023 23:56 , George Flood
Another big step in Tottenham’s pursuit of Ange Postecoglou.
According to the Scottish Daily Mail, the Australian has now informed Celtic of his desire to take up the vacant managerial post at Spurs this summer.
Postecoglou has also reportedly told he club that he wants to take Hoops assistant John Kennedy with him to north London.
It is said that Spurs will make a formal approach for the 57-year-old on Monday.
Chelsea pull out of Manuel Ugarte race
Sunday 4 June 2023 23:50 , George Flood
It’s all going on tonight!
Multiple reports now claim that Chelsea have withdrawn from the race to sign Manuel Ugarte altogether in another hugely dramatic twist.
PSG look to have beaten their financial offer to the Sporting Lisbon midfielder, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that Chelsea are unwilling to go above what they consider as Ugarte’s “market value”.
Now the French giants will look to agree a final package with Sporting and get the transfer over the line this week.
Chelsea ‘offer to buy Sporting Lisbon stake'
Sunday 4 June 2023 23:02 , George Flood
Some fresh claims connected to the Manuel Ugarte transfer saga tonight.
The Daily Mirror are reporting that Chelsea have supposedly simultaneously offered to buy a minority stake in Sporting Lisbon.
Chelsea’s owners are known to want to build a multi-club model, having looked at several clubs in France, Belgium, Portugal and South America, most recently linked with buying a stake in Ligue 1 side Strasbourg.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic announces retirement from football
Sunday 4 June 2023 22:35 , George Flood
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has just announced his retirement from professional football.
The legendary Swedish striker, one of the game’s most charismatic figures, is hanging up his boots at the age of 41, having bid an emotional farewell to AC Milan on Sunday.
Ibrahimovic endured an injury-ravaged final campaign of his glittering, trophy-laden career, restricted to just four appearances across all competitions for the Rossoneri, who opted not to extend his contract.
Milan fans and team-mates bid goodbye to one of their most popular players in a ceremony at the San Siro on Sunday, after their final Serie A match of the campaign against Hellas Verona, which they won 3-1.
An impressive large tifo display that read simply ‘Godbye’ was unfurled by supporters in the stands, while Ibrahimovic had tears in his eyes as he received a standing ovation and was presented with a special signed shirt.
“I say goodbye to football but not to you,” he told fans at the San Siro.
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AC Milan bid farewell to Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Sunday 4 June 2023 22:31 , George Flood
Some farewell from the AC Milan fans for Zlatan Ibrahimovic today.
The Swede is departing the San Siro once again when his contract expires this summer, having been restricted to just four appearances across all competitions in 2022/23 due to injury.
Ibrahimovic was not fit to face Hellas Verona in Milan’s final Serie A game of the campaign on Sunday.
However, he attended the match was given an emotional send-off by fans and his Rossoneri team-mates, with a small ceremony held.
Man United target Kolo Muani ‘dreaming’ of Premier League
Sunday 4 June 2023 22:04 , George Flood
This could well be turning into Manchester United’s lucky night.
Having already been handed incentive in their pursuit of Napoli frontman Victor Osimhen, they also look to have been offered encouragement by Randal Kolo Muani.
The French forward is another rumoured target of Erik ten Hag’s, with a summer exit from Eintracht Frankfurt seen as very possible.
Now Kolo Muani - who was on the losing side in Saturday’s German Cup final against RB Leipzig - has talked up a potential move to the Premier League during an interview with Canal Football in France.
“It’s flattering that PSG are interested in you, like all the other big clubs,” he said.
“Then honestly, who doesn’t dream of playing in the Premier League? It’s one of the best leagues that exists. You dream about it. These are childhood dreams.”
Arsenal could make Rice bid this week
Sunday 4 June 2023 21:40 , George Flood
Arsenal will bid for Declan Rice after West Ham’s Europa Conference League final appearance this week.
The Gunners have long since been considered as the front runners to sign Rice, who is widely expected to move on in a big-money deal this summer after years of speculation.
Manchester United and Bayern Munich have also been linked with the England midfielder, with suggestions last week that the latter were ready to steal a march on their rivals by making an early €100m offer following positive telephone conversations between Rice and manager Thomas Tuchel.
However, Fabrizio Romano insists tonight that nothing has changed with regards to the Rice situation, with Arsenal set to table their opening offer after West Ham face Fiorentina in the Europa Conference League final in Prague on Wednesday evening.
Ancelotti speaks after £100m Harry Kane links
Sunday 4 June 2023 21:31 , George Flood
Carlo Ancelotti has opened up on what he wants from any new strikers this summer amid Real Madrid links to Harry Kane.
Los Blancos are said to be preparing a blockbuster £100m offer for the Tottenham talisman having confirmed earlier today that Ballon d’Or holder Karim Benzema would be leaving the Bernabeu this summer after 14 years in order to make a big-money switch to Saudi Arabia.
Kane is far from Madrid’s only target, with the likes of Chelsea’s Kai Havertz also believed to be in their sights as Madrid actually prepare for the exits of multiple forwards in Benzema, the Paris Saint-Germain bound Marco Asensio, Mariano and Eden Hazard, whose mutual contract termination was announced on Saturday.
“We need signings in attack and we will do that,” said Ancelotti after Real closed their LaLiga season with a 1-1 home draw against Athletic Bilbao in which Benzema scored a penalty and received a standing ovation on his farewell appearance.
“We want to sign a striker that can score goals and link up well — so, a striker that plays football well.
“Benzema told us about his decision to leave the club this morning, it was really unexpected. His departure was surprising, now we have time to think about what we should do. We will sign strikers.”
Osimhen addresses future amid Man United and Chelsea links
Sunday 4 June 2023 20:47 , George Flood
Victor Osimhen says he “doesn’t mind” if he stays at Napoli or moves on this summer.
The Nigerian has become one of Europe’s top strikers during his time at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, hitting 30 goals this season to fire Luciano Spalletti’s side to their first Serie A title since 1990.
Such exploits have seen Osimhen linked with a big-money exit from Italy, with Manchester United and Chelsea said to be among the clubs interested in the player, who still has two years left to run on his current contract in Naples and is expected to have an asking price worth more than £100m.
“I don’t know, the president [Aurelio De Laurentiis] has to decide that. I love the people of Napoli, they have shown me so much love. For me, I don’t mind, the president decides and I will just go with the flow,” Osimhen told DAZN when asked if he would still be at Napoli next season after Sunday night’s season-ending 2-0 win over Sampdoria in which he registered a second-half penalty.
Chelsea demand £20m fee for Maatsen
Sunday 4 June 2023 20:35 , George Flood
Chelsea will demand in excess of £20million to sell Ian Maatsen this summer, with Burnley interested in keeping hold of the left-back.
Dutch Under-21 international Maatsen has shone during a season-long loan at Turf Moor in 2022-23, making 42 appearances across all competitions as a mainstay under Vincent Kompany as the dominant Clarets stormed to the Championship title and an immediate return to the Premier League.
Burnley are keen to retain his services preferably on a permanent transfer, though will be relucant to meet Chelsea’s considerable asking price.
Maatsen has just one year remaining on his current contract at Stamford Bridge but could yet sign an extension before joining Burnley on loan again next term.
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Tottenham close in on Ange Postecoglou appointment
Sunday 4 June 2023 20:31 , George Flood
Tottenham are closing in on the appointment of Ange Postecoglou as their new manager.
A deal to take the Treble-winning Celtic boss to north London could be completed this week as Spurs zero in on their top target, Standard Sport understands.
Postecoglou has emerged as the leading contender to become the long-term successor to Antonio Conte, having suitably impressed chairman Daniel Levy and incoming chief football officer Scott Munn.
Tottenham were expected to ramp up their interest in the Australian after Saturday’s Scottish Cup final, which Celtic won 3-1 against Championship side Inverness Caledonian Thistle to secure their fifth domestic Treble in the last seven seasons.
They look set to make a formal approach for Postecoglou this week, with the 57-year-old currently on a 12-month rolling contract in Glasgow, where has has won back-to-back league titles and five major trophies across two seasons after leaving Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos to succeed Neil Lennon at Parkhead in June 2021.
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Man United learn price for ‘next Haaland’ Hojlund
Sunday 4 June 2023 19:35 , George Flood
Manchester United have learned the price it would take to sign Rasmus Hojlund this summer.
The Atalanta starlet, 20, is one of several top strikers being monitored by Saturday’s beaten FA Cup finalists as they look to make a major upgrade for next season.
The Daily Mirror report that United would need to pay £43m to land Danish international Hojlund, who has netted 15 goals in a breakout season in Serie A and earned favourable comparisons to a certain Erling Haaland.
Tottenham want Celtic star Kyogo to follow Postecoglou
Sunday 4 June 2023 18:48 , George Flood
Ange Postecoglou could take Celtic sensation Kyogo Furuhashi south with him to Tottenham, reports claim.
The Japanese striker has been prolific since arriving in Glasgow from J1 League side Vissel Kobe in the summer of 2021, scoring 54 goals in 83 total appearances including 34 in their domestic Treble-winning campaign.
The Sun claim that Spurs want a deal for Kyogo to follow hot on the heels of the expected appointment of prospective new boss Postecoglou.
Tottenham are reportedly willing to pay between £25m-£30m for the player, who has two years left on his Celtic deal and is said to be attracting interest from other Premier League clubs.
Manuel Ugarte to Chelsea latest
Sunday 4 June 2023 18:27 , George Flood
More details now on Chelsea’s pursuit of Manuel Ugarte.
Fresh reports from Portuguese outlet Record earlier today claimed that the Sporting Lisbon midfielder would arrive in the UK in the coming days to undergo a medical and sign a contract lasting for at least six years.
Chelsea are said to have wrapped up a deal worth €60m, though rivals PSG may not be ready to admit defeat just yet.
CBS Sports now have fresh information on the Ugarte saga, countering claims that the Uruguayan international is a “new” target for the Mauricio Pochettino era.
Ben Jacobs reports that there has been a long-term plan and effort to recruit Ugarte, led by co-sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart.
Tottenham close to appointing Postecoglou
Sunday 4 June 2023 18:07 , George Flood
Tottenham’s appointment of Ange Postecoglou is now very close, reports claim.
The Athletic say that a deal for the Australian to become Antonio Conte’s long-term successor in north London is expected to be finalised in the days ahead.
Postecoglou is on a 12-month rolling deal at Celtic, who will be at pains to lose him after so much success experienced in his first two seasons at the club - including a domestic Treble sealed in the Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park on Saturday.
Tottenham ramp up Postecoglou chase
Sunday 4 June 2023 17:51 , George Flood
Ange Postecoglou to Tottenham is getting closer.
The Telegraph report this evening that Spurs will make an official approach to Celtic over their domestic Treble-winning manager this week.
Fabrizio Romano goes one stage further, claiming that fresh talks between Tottenham and Creative Artists Agency - Postecoglou’s representatives - are scheduled to take place over the next 24 to 48 hours in order to seal the deal.
He adds that a contract is almost sorted, with only the final details left to be agreed.
Man United close in on Kim and Costa signings
Sunday 4 June 2023 17:39 , George Flood
There is no Kim Min-jae in the Napoli squad playing their final game of a title-winning Serie A season against Sampdoria today.
That is not because of a rumoured looming transfer to Manchester United, but rather because the South Korean defender is suspended after his latest yellow card in the draw with Bologna last weekend.
However, Kim is said to be present for the celebrations at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where he is expected to say goodbye to Napoli fans just a year after joining from Fenerbahce.
Meanwhile, Portuguese goalkeeper Diogo Costa is on the bench for Porto in their Taca de Portugal final clash with Braga in Lisbon this evening.
The Daily Mirror report that United are closing in on deals for both Kim and Costa in what would be a major early splash in the summer window.
Man United prepare Mount and Kane moves
Sunday 4 June 2023 17:03 , George Flood
Manchester United are reportedly set to make a £50m bid for Mason Mount this month.
That is according to the Daily Telegraph, who say the Red Devils believe that is a fair price for a player who has endured a difficult season and has just one year left to run on his current Chelsea contract.
However, Standard Sport understands that the Blues will initially demand around £70m for Mount after formal talks were opened between the two clubs.
The Telegraph add that United are also pushing Tottenham to sell Harry Kane, but crucially believe at this stage that a deal is unlikely to come off this summer.
Chelsea and Real Madrid set for Havertz talks
Sunday 4 June 2023 16:37 , George Flood
Kai Havertz is also firmly in Real Madrid’s sights, along with Harry Kane.
The German is one of several players who could depart Chelsea this summer as a bloated squad undergoes a major transformation under incoming manager Mauricio Pochettino.
Havertz is admired by Madrid, with German newspaper Bild reporting that a high-profile switch to the Bernabeu is imminent.
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano says the former Bayer Leverkusen forward is a top target for Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti.
While he insists that no talks have yet taken place between the clubs, discussions are expected soon with Chelsea - who are open to selling - holding out for a big fee for a player they signed for £75.8m in the summer of 2020 and who still has two years left on his current contract at Stamford Bridge.
Real Madrid plot £100m Harry Kane bid
Sunday 4 June 2023 16:14 , George Flood
Real Madrid are pushing ahead with a blockbuster move for Harry Kane, reports suggest.
Los Blancos are lining up the England captain as a like-for-like replacement for Ballon d’Or holder Karim Benzema, having now confirmed the latter’s departure this summer after 14 years as he makes a big-money move to Saudi Arabia.
And Madrid are preparing to try and blow transfer rivals Manchester United and Bayern Munich out of the water with a £100m offer for Kane, per multiple sources including the Daily Mirror.
Kane is entering the final 12 months of his contract at Tottenham but chairman Daniel Levy does not want to sell.
Chelsea will fight Arsenal for Caicedo
Sunday 4 June 2023 15:27 , George Flood
Chelsea will rival Arsenal for the signing of Moises Caicedo this summer.
The Ecuador midfielder is firmly back on Mikel Arteta’s transfer radar for the window ahead after Brighton rejected multiple bids in January.
However, Arsenal appear to face a stiff battle with London rivals Chelsea for the highly sought-after Seagulls star, who is expected to leave the Amex despite extending his contract in March.
Per football.london, the Blues will push to sign Caicedo, despite Manuel Ugarte also potentially set to arrive from Sporting Lisbon.
Chelsea will do plenty of remodelling of that midfield unit over the summer, with N’Golo Kante, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Mason Mount and Mateo Kovacic all possibly moving on.
Real Madrid going for Harry Kane
Sunday 4 June 2023 14:03 , Jonathan Gorrie
It’s starting, Tottenham fans...
According to the Independent, talks have taken place at Real Madrid over a move for Harry Kane.
With Karim Benzema having departed, Carlo Ancelotti is believed to view the England captain as the ideal replacement.
Mason Mount addresses Man Utd transfer rumours
Sunday 4 June 2023 13:51 , Jonathan Gorrie
Mount is today attending the Spanish Grand Prix and was quizzed on his future amid links with a move to Manchester United.
The Chelsea star did not exactly deny them...
🗣️ "Mason, he said you're going to Manchester United?" 👀 pic.twitter.com/u2ihA6Yvpp
— Sky Sports F1 (@SkySportsF1) June 4, 2023
Man Utd won’t pay £70m for Mason Mount
Sunday 4 June 2023 13:46 , Jonathan Gorrie
Chelsea have told Manchester United they want £70million for Mason Mount after the two clubs opened formal talks over a deal for the England midfielder.
United are increasingly confident they will reach an agreement over Mount and are set to make an opening offer for the 24-year-old following the FA Cup Final.
Mason Mount transfer news: Ben Chilwell discusses Chelsea future
Sunday 4 June 2023 13:28 , Jonathan Gorrie
The Chelsea defender is at the Spanish Grand Prix and provided an update as to his teammate’s future...
"I'd love him to stay, he's my best mate..." 💙
Ben Chilwell offers his thoughts on Mason Mount's future and incoming Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/HB5nRDZugX— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 4, 2023
Jurrien Timber: Liverpool and Manchester United ready to make transfer move
Sunday 4 June 2023 12:52 , Jonathan Gorrie
Spotted at Wembley watching Manchester United close to rivals Man City, Jurrien Timber has hit headlines of late.
The Ajax defender was strongly linked with a transfer last summer and rumours are starting again.
According to Fichajes, Liverpool and United are both keen to sign the player during this window.
Christopher Nkunku offers Chelsea exciting glimpse of attacking boost after stylish RB Leipzig sign-off
Sunday 4 June 2023 12:34 , Jonathan Gorrie
Christopher Nkunku offered Chelsea fans another glimpse of an exciting future after signing off from RB Leipzig in some style.
The French forward agreed a deal with the Blues last year that will see him arrive at Stamford Bridge in the next few weeks for a fee of £53million, providing a much-needed boost to a goal-shy attack that scored just 38 times during a dismal Premier League campaign.
Harry Kane could replace Karim Benzema
Sunday 4 June 2023 12:28 , Jonathan Gorrie
Look away, Tottenham fans!
According to noted journalist Guillem Balague, Real Madrid could now look to replace Karim Benzema with a certain Harry Kane.
With just one year left on his contract, the Spurs forward is seen as a realistic target for those in the Spanish capital.
Sacha Boey: The latest on Arsenal transfer target
Sunday 4 June 2023 12:07 , Jonathan Gorrie
Arsenal are interested in Galatasaray right-back Sacha Boey.
The Gunners are looking to add to their squad in the summer after missing out to Manchester City in the title race this season.
West Ham captain Declan Rice is Arsenal’s No1 target but manager Mikel Arteta is looking at reinforcements elsewhere.
Moises Caicedo agrees Arsenal terms
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:59 , Jonathan Gorrie
Chelsea aren’t the only moves and shakers around this early into the summer transfer window.
Arsenal, having seen their Premier League title challenge falter, are ready to spend big once more.
According to Teradeportes, the Gunners have now agreed terms with Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo but the Blues are STILL looking to hijack the deal.
Mason Mount transfer news
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:53 , Jonathan Gorrie
As one player comes in, another one looks set to depart.
Mason Mount has agreed terms with Manchester United and looks destined to depart boyhood club Chelsea.
While a divisive figure, the England international is one of the major names in this summer’s transfer market and his likely exit has to be seen as a big deal.
Teammate Reece James has provided an update...
"If he goes everyone will be sad to see him go..."
Reece James when asked about the future of Chelsea teammate Mason Mount 🔵 pic.twitter.com/M0Oak6tQdB— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 4, 2023
Manuel Ugarte set for Chelsea medical
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:45 , Jonathan Gorrie
This one looks to be moving quickly.
Now Mauricio Pochettino is through the door, Chelsea are set to make a signing.
According to Record in Portugal, Manuel Ugarte will arrive in London next week to seal a move from Sporting Lisbon.
Sergio Ramos to leave PSG
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:43 , Jonathan Gorrie
Another Real Madrid legend also looks set for what is surely the final chapter of his career.
After two rather underwhelming years at PSG, the club have confirmed Sergio Ramos will leave.
As is increasingly the case these days, it seems like Saudi Arabia awaits...
Karim Benzema to leave Real Madrid
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:33 , Jonathan Gorrie
A huge moment in this summer’s transfer market.
Real Madrid have confirmed Karim Benzema will LEAVE the club this summer.
After 14 years at the club, the Frenchman will depart as a legend after the decision not to renew his contract.
According to reports in Spain, Madrid are looking to replace him with a certain Harry Kane...
Lionel Messi transfer news
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:11 , Jonathan Gorrie
Lionel Messi will reportedly decide his future soon.
The World Cup winner has played his final game for PSG and his next move is certain.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Al Hilal, Inter Miami and Barcelona are all in the running....
“Thanks to the club, the city of Paris and its residents for these two years and I wish them the best in the future”. 🔴🔵 #PSG
Lionel Messi says goodbye to Paris Saint-Germain. pic.twitter.com/7sk8k31ZQh— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2023
Jurrien Timber watches Manchester United
Sunday 4 June 2023 11:02 , Jonathan Gorrie
Ajax defender Jurrien Timber has been linked with Manchester United since the moment Erik ten Hag walked through the door.
On Saturday, the Dutch international watched the Red Devils in action in the FA Cup final at Wembley....
👀 Here’s former Ten Hag player Jurrien Timber at Wembley today in attendance for Man United vs Man City FA Cup final.
Ajax rejeacted multiple approaches by Manchester United for Timber deal last summer — current contract expires in 2025.
📸 @FAFiltvedt pic.twitter.com/dWueVceaSk— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 3, 2023
Italian interest in Eden Hazard
Sunday 4 June 2023 10:42 , Jonathan Gorrie
Eden Hazard is set to leave Real Madrid after an underwhelming stint in the Spanish capital.
According to Football Italia, however, there is yet more interest in the Belgian.
They claim both Milan and Juventus are chasing the forward this summer now he is a free agent.
Ilkay Gundogan to Arsenal latest
Sunday 4 June 2023 10:37 , Jonathan Gorrie
Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan broke his silence on his future after scoring a brace in the FA Cup final.
The German is a target for Arsenal and Barcelona this summer.
“To be honest I don’t need these kind of days to feel appreciated and to feel special in this club,” he said.
“I know that, that is why I am here already seven years with all the ups and downs I’ve had so far. Nothing is decided yet so we’re gonna see what’s going to happen.”
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