English Premier League
Report: PL rival ‘confident of sealing’ deal for 22 y/o star after Everton drop out of the race
According to reports from The Times, Arsenal are ‘confident’ of sealing a deal for Brazilian defender Gabriel in the summer transfer window. The report claims that the Gunners are hopeful of signing him this week for a fee in the region of £27m. Everton and Napoli were also interested in signing Gabriel. However, The Times have claimed that the Premier League outfit have dropped out of the race to sign the 22-year-old center-back. Gabriel played a crucial role for Lille last season. He was really impressive in the Champions League for the French club. Lille have already sold Victor Osimhen on a transfer fee, and Gabriel could be next in line as well. The Times claim that the Gunners have agreed a five-year-deal with Gabriel. They are optimistic about completing their first summer...
Report: Chelsea plotting summer move for 96-cap int’l, could face competition from Leeds
According to a recent report from Manchester Evening News, Sergio Romero is open to leaving Manchester United in the summer transfer window. The 96-times capped Argentine international was left ‘unimpressed’ after he was left out of the one-off semi-final in Cologne. He is now open to leaving the club after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer left him out for the Europa League defeat to Sevilla last week. According to reports from ESPN, Chelsea are showing keen interest in signing the goalkeeper, who is also attracting interests from Leeds United and Everton. Romero has done well for the Red Devils whenever he was given the opportunity. He conceded just 27 goals in 61 games, and managed to keep 39 clean sheets. The 33-year-old, however, has entered the final year of his contract and several clubs ar...
Report: Villa to ‘lodge a formal bid’ for £25m Smith’s top target
According to reports from Express and Star, Aston Villa are expected to make a formal bid for Ollie Watkins in the coming weeks. The report claims that Villa are poised to step up their pursuit of Watkins as they prepare for the new Premier League season. Brentford striker Watkins is Smith’s No.1 striker target. The 24-year-old forward was in spectacular form last season where he scored 26 goals and provided three assists for the club. However, despite his heroics, Brentford failed to secure promotion to the Premier League. Bolstering the forward department is one of Dean Smith’s top priorities this season. And it seems Villa have earmarked Watkins as an ideal figure for that role. He is Smith’s top transfer target this summer. Villa are expected to lodge a formal bid, though it is likely ...
Report confirms Newcastle are in talks with Bundesliga club to sign 25-year-old
Newcastle remain interested in signing the Schalke midfielder Nabil Bentaleb this summer. The midfielder was on loan at Newcastle last season and the Magpies had the chance to sign him permanently for a fee of around €10 million. Steve Bruce’s side chose not to exercise that option but they are still keen on signing the player permanently. As for reports (via sportwitness), Newcastle are in talks with the German club to sign the midfielder and they believe that Bentaleb can be signed for a fee of around €6 million. It will be interesting to see if they can get the deal over the line this summer. Bentaleb made a decent contribution at Newcastle last year and he could develop into a useful player for Steve Bruce next season as well. For the price mentioned, he could prove to be a bargain for...
Report: Leeds United receive boost in signing 26-year-old Premier League defender
Leeds United have received a boost in signing Joe Bryan due to the imminent arrival of Antonee Robinson at Fulham, Football Insider claims. Marcelo Bielsa’s side are on the search for a new left-back this summer and Bryan is said to be one of the top candidates on their shortlist. It is now reported that the 26-year-old could be available for a transfer with the Cottagers on the cusp of signing a new left-back in the form of Robinson from Wigan Athletic. Bryan was instrumental in the Cottagers’ top-flight promotion and he came with a heroic performance in the play-off final against Brentford where he scored both goals in a 2-1 win. He has since revealed his commitment towards the club in a podcast interview with The Athletic, and it would come as a surprise, if he heads for the exit door i...
Report: Leeds looking to beat Brighton to signature of 15-goal Argentine striker
According to The Guardian’s Ed Aarons, Leeds United and Brighton are both keen on bringing Stuttgart striker Nicolas Gonzalez to the English Premier League. Brighton and Leeds are both very interested in signing Argentina forward Nicolas Gonzalez from Stuttgart. He is expected to cost around £15m — Ed Aarons (@ed_aarons) August 18, 2020 The Argentine is valued around £15 million by the Bundesliga outfit and he isn’t short of suitors. Stuttgart sporting director Sven Mislintat told Suedduetsche that there is serious interest coming from both Italy and England, as well as from a club in Germany for Gonzalez’s signature. Leeds want another striker as they look to prove their worth in the English top-flight following promotion after a 16-year absence, and the 22-year-old could be a fine additi...
Report: Aston Villa eyeing Argentine attacking midfielder who will cost €15m
Aston Villa are interested in signing the Benfica attacking midfielder Franco Cervi this summer. The 26 year old has done well for the Portuguese side this past season and he could prove to be a useful addition to Dean Smith’s midfield. Cervi plays in a similar role to that of Jack Grealish and it will be interesting to see how Aston Villa accommodate him in their starting line-up, should the transfer go through. The Benfica attacking midfielder mostly plays from the left side of the midfield and he will improve Aston Villa’s creativity next season. The player is thought to be valued at €15 million and the report (via Sportwitness) claims that Aston Villa should be able to afford that. The likes of Celta Vigo are keen on the player as well and it will be interesting to see if the Premier L...
Journalist shares how much Brighton are now asking for Leeds target Ben White
According to Sunday Times and Daily Record journalist Duncan Castles, Brighton & Hove Albion want £55 million for Leeds United target Ben White. The 22-year-old played every minute of the Whites’ Championship campaign while on loan at Elland Road last term, helping them to keep 22 clean sheets and weighing in with a goal and an assist. White’s form has attracted both Liverpool and Chelsea, but the centre-back wants to play for Leeds after helping them seal Premier League promotion. Brighton have already knocked back three bids from Marcelo Bielsa’s side, and if they will return with an improved offer remains to be seen. • Barcelona: A Messi of their own making? • Man City: A mess of Pep’s making?• Semi-Solskjaer still trophyless• £55m for Chelsea, Leeds, Liverpool target White• P...
Phil Hay confirms that Leeds have signed player from Ajax
Leeds United have signed teenage goalkeeper Dani van den Heuvel on a three-year deal from Ajax. The Athletic’s Phil Hay shared the information on his Twitter page, and the 17-year-old will link up with the club’s academy. Another academy signing for Leeds – 17-year-old goalkeeper Dani van den Heuvel signs on a three-year deal from Ajax. #lufc pic.twitter.com/JuD4A7xBhr — Phil Hay (@PhilHay_) August 18, 2020 The Netherlands youth international joins the likes of Charlie Allen, Cody Drameh and Joe Gelhardt as the fourth young player to join the club this summer, and he will initially link up with the Under-23 squad. Leeds are expected to bring in a goalkeeper for the senior team with Kiko Casilla expected to depart, but French youngster Illan Meslier will hope to impress head coach Marcelo B...
Liverpool goalie & Kyle Walker send messages to Joe Hart as he joins North London giants
Former Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart has joined Tottenham Hotspur on a two-year deal. We are delighted to announce the signing of Joe Hart on a contract until 2022! 🙌 #THFC ⚪️ #COYS — Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) August 18, 2020 The 33-year-old left Burnley at the end of the 2019-20 season and is expected to provide quality back-up for Spurs first-choice goalkeeper Hugo Lloris. Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho wanted another goalie following the departure of Michel Vorm, and Hart and Paulo Gazzaniga will now compete to be the club’s number 2. The Man. City legend brings a lot of experience and quality to the table and will now look to get his career back on track at the North London club. The four-time Premier League Golden Glove award winner and two-time PFA ...
Report confirms Everton bid for 27-yr-old who impressed in the PL last season, personal terms agreed
Everton are Interested in signing the Watford midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure this summer. According to reports via GFFN, the Toffees submitted a bid for the 27 year old midfielder but the Hornets have turned it down. Everton are thought to be preparing an improved offer for the box to box midfielder now. Doucoure is now a priority target for Ancelotti. Doucoure has impressed in the Premier League over the last few years and he could prove to be a superb addition to Ancelotti’s midfield. He would add power, presence and drive in the middle of the park and Everton are desperately crying out for somebody with his skill set. The report adds that Everton have already agreed personal terms with the player. Doucoure will sign a four year contract with the Toffees. It will be interesting to se...
Report: Southampton in talks over £20m deal for Bundesliga midfielder
Southampton are in talks with Schalke 04 over the potential signing of midfielder Weston McKennie this summer, Sky Sports reports. The south Coast outfit recently sanctioned the sale of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to Tottenham Hotspur and they are likely to find a replacement. McKennie has emerged as the prime target for the Saints and it is reported that talks are underway with Schalke over a deal worth £20m for his services. The United States international has already turned down a move to Hertha Berlin and he is said to be keen on joining a Premier League club this summer. The Saints are currently in advanced negotiations for the 21-year-old, but they may have to raise funds from player sales before securing his signature. Wesley Hoedt, Guido Carrillo and Mario Lemina are among...
