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Transfer roundup: Arsenal to sign centre-back, Man United identify Jadon Sancho alternative
The Premier League summer transfer window has entered its 25th day today and we are just over three weeks away from the start of the new season. A number of clubs have already strengthened their respective squads and Sheffield United were the most recent to do so with the purchase of Aaron Ramsdale from Bournemouth. The 22-year-old returned to the Blades after three-and-a-half seasons away from the club. Let’s have a look at the top transfer stories over the past 24 hours. Top Transfer Rumours: Arsenal appear set to sign Gabriel Magalhaes from Lille. The Gunners have beaten the likes of Everton and Napoli in the player’s pursuit and they are expected to pay a fee of around £22.6m for the transfer (The Telegraph). Meanwhile, the Brazilian’s arrival at the Emirates could lead to the dep...
Report: Everton have made approach to sign in-demand Leeds target
According to reports from TeamTalk, Everton are showing keen interest in signing Hull City striker James Scott in the summer transfer window. In fact, the Toffees have made a formal approach asking about a potential deal for the young striker. A host of clubs are interested in signing the youngster including the likes of Crystal Palace, Leeds United, and Newcastle United. The report claims that Everton have made the first contact about a move. However, they are likely to face competition from the aforementioned clubs. Hull City are desperate to keep hold of the 19-year-old striker. They paid £1.5million to sign him in January, but they may struggle to keep hold of him following their relegation. It is highly likely that Scott would be added to Everton’s Under-23 set-up. The young...
14 goals & 8 assists last season: 22-yr-old a top target for David Moyes and West Ham
West Ham remain keen on signing the QPR youngster Eberechi Eze. As per Evening Standard, the 22-year-old forward is one of Moyes’ top targets this summer. The talented attacker has made a name for himself with his performances in the Championship and it will be interesting to see if the Hammers can bring him to the Premier League this summer. Eze would add pace, goals and flair to David Moyes’s attack next season. The 22-year-old picked up 14 goals and 8 assists this past season. Furthermore, he is quite young and he’s only going to get better with experience and coaching. His transfer could prove to be a superb long term addition to the West ham squad. West Ham need to improve their attacking options this summer and it will be interesting to see if they decide to bring in a striker as wel...
Report: Everton offer for midfielder has been accepted, deal could be done this week
Everton are closing in on the signing of the Napoli midfielder Allan this summer. According to the Tuttosport from Italy (via Sportwitness), Napoli have accepted an offer of around €30 million for the midfielder and the two clubs are now working on the nature of the add ons. The report also claim that the transfer could be completed within this week. Allan has been linked with Everton for a while now and the Toffees will be looking to get the deal done quickly. The Brazilian midfielder has worked with Carlo Ancelotti before and he could be a key player for Everton next season. Everton need an experienced midfielder who can control the game and provide some defensive cover to their back four. Allan would be an ideal signing for them. The 29-year-old knows Ancelotti’s style of play and he wo...
Arsene Wenger expresses regret over late bloomer Serge Gnabry
Arsene Wenger has expressed his disappointment at seeing Serge Gnabry blossom just after leaving Arsenal. Wenger has previously spoken about coming very close to signing the likes of Didier Drogba, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Yaya Toure. Now, the Frenchman’s regret stems from having had a player like Gnabry and failing to get the best out of him. According to Daily Star, Wenger said: “Let’s not forget Gnabry, I bought him at the age of 15 from Stuttgart and he was injured a lot. I was very sad that we couldn’t get over the line with him because I knew that he would have a great future. He can play No 10, he can be a No 9, he is a very intelligent player.” Back in 2012, Gnabry was one of the many talented youngsters, who were moving to Arsenal knowing that they would get playing time without the...
Dejan Lovren admits rivalry between Liverpool duo despite success
Former Liverpool defender Dejan Lovren has been confirmed that Sadio Mane and Mohamed Salah may not get along very well despite having contributed immensely to Liverpool’s success in recent years. Lovren has extensively played with the duo after recently bringing his six-year spell at Liverpool to an end. Salah came to Liverpool in 2017 while Mane joined the club shortly after. The arrival of Roberto Firmino completed the construction of a deadly strike-force. Mane has come up with 48 goals and 17 assists in the last two seasons at Liverpool, while Mohamed Salah has been able to get a slender advantage after scoring 50 goals and creating 25. According to the Mirror, Lovren said: “I see it [rivalry] in a different way. It is good to have competition between players. It is normal, Salah want...
Report: Leeds United submit £25m bid for Bielsa’s number one target
Leeds United have made a third bid to sign the Brighton defender Ben white this summer. The Whites have already failed with two previous offers to sign the 22 year old and it will be interesting to see how Brighton react to their third offer. The first two bids from Leeds United were in the region of £18.5m and £22m According to Sky Sports, Ben White is the number one target for Marcelo Bielsa this summer. White was on loan at Leeds United last season and he was a key player for them. The 22 year old formed a vital partnership with Liam Cooper and helped Leeds United win the championship. Leeds United managed to keep 22 clean sheets last season with him at the back. It is no surprise that they want to sign Ben white permanently this summer. The new offer from Leeds is thought to be in...
Report: Aston Villa make approach for 27-yr-old winger, face competition from Leicester
Aston Villa are interested in signing the Marseille winger Florian Thauvin this summer. The 27 year old spent most of the last season recovering from an injury and he will be determined to get back to his best next season. According to TMW, Leicester City and Atalanta are keen on signing the winger as well. The two Premier League sides have made an approach as well. However, Thauvin prefers to play in the Champions League and therefore the Italian side will have an advantage. It will be interesting to see if Aston Villa or Leicester City can persuade him to return to the Premier League this summer. Thauvin has played in England with Newcastle before but it was a forgettable spell for him. Marseille value the player at €15 million and his suitors should be able to afford that easily. The 27...
Report: Leeds have held talks with PL giants regarding 24-yr-old target
Leeds United are looking at the Arsenal defender Rob Holding this summer. According to Football Insider, the 24 year old defender will be made available for transfer and Leeds have already held preliminary talks with the Gunners regarding a move. Ben White is thought to be the priority target for Marcelo Bielsa but Leeds have been unsuccessful in persuading Brighton to sell the player to them. It seems that Rob Holding will be an alternative to White this summer. Although Holding is not as talented as Ben White, he could prove to be a decent addition to Leeds’ defense. Marcelo Bielsa could help him improve as a player. Holding needs to leave Arsenal for his own good and a move to Leeds United could be ideal for him. It will be interesting to see if the two clubs can agree on a fee for the ...
Report shares why £36m man is seeking transfer away from West Ham
According to The Sun, Brazil international attacking midfielder Felipe Anderson is seeking a transfer away from West Ham United after being sidelined by manager David Moyes. The 27-year-old is down the boss’ pecking order after struggling to impress last term, and he is considering his future at the London Stadium as a result. Anderson is open to returning to Lazio who are currently looking for a midfielder after David Silva snubbed them for Real Sociedad, but the Serie A outfit only want to pay around half of the initial £36 million West Ham parted with for his signature in the summer of 2016. Despite his recent struggles in the attacking third, the Brazilian isn’t short of options, with some clubs in Italy, France and Spain monitoring his situation with the Hammers. The London club are o...
Report: Leicester leading the race to sign defender who was ‘extremely close’ to joining Leeds
Leicester City are considering making a move for Ryan Nolan, according to reports from The Sun. The 21-year-old is a highly-rated young centre-back who plays in the third division of Italian football. He is currently playing for Giana Erminio on loan from Arezzo. He was previously on the books at Inter Milan. The report claims that the youngster was on the cusp of the Inter first team under former manager Luciano Spaletti, but fell out of favour under Antonio Conte. The former Chelsea boss emphasized experience over youth, and the youngster was sold, as a result. The Sun reports that Leicester City are leading the race for his signature. Norwich City and Blackburn Rovers are also interested. He has two years left on his contract in Italy, but Arezzo are happy to le...
Report: Mourinho has personally contacted 9-goal Tottenham target regarding summer move
Tottenham have now stepped up their pursuit of the Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson. According to Football Insider, Jose Mourinho has personally contacted the striker regarding a move to Tottenham. The Portuguese manager wants to sign the 28 year old striker as an alternative to Harry Kane this summer. The Londoners struggled during Kane’s injury absence last season and Mourinho is keen to add depth to his attacking position this year. It will be interesting to see if Jose Mourinho can convince the striker to join his side. Tottenham aren’t the only ones after Wilson this summer. Tottenham are looking at the player as a backup option to Kane and it will be interesting to see if Wilson is happy with that role. Some of his other suitors could offer him regular first team football and that m...
