Newcastle United have been linked with a move for Portuguese international Rafa Silva this summer. According to Correio da Manha, the Premier League club are expected to submit a bid for the 28-year-old winger in the next few days. Benfica are prepared to sanction his departure this summer for around €25 million, and Newcastle have the resources to pay that kind of money for Silva. The Magpies need to add more creativity and flair to their attack, and Silva could prove to be a quality addition. The right-sided winger bagged nine goals and 10 assists across all competitions, and his productivity would be a big boost for Newcastle. The Portuguese international is at the peak of his career right now, and this is the ideal time for him to make the step up to the Premier League. His direct play...
Lazio attacker Joaquin Correa has been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent weeks. According to Calciomercato, the 26-year-old Argentine international could be on his way out of the Italian club this summer. Former Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has taken over at the Italian club and is likely to employ a 4-3-3 system next season. Correa is not an ideal fit for the system, and Lazio could look to cash in on, with a fee of around €50 million likely to be enough to secure his services. Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain have been linked with Correa, with the latter two clubs believed to be leading the race to sign him. Correa bagged 11 goals and six assists in all competitions last term, and his ability to play across the front line makes him a tempting proposit...
Aston Villa are looking to improve their midfield options this summer and are keeping tabs on Harry Winks, Todd Cantwell and Dwight McNeil. According to the Telegraph, Roma are keen on signing Douglas Luiz from Villa this summer, and Dean Smith is looking at potential replacements. Winks has struggled to hold down a regular starting berth at Tottenham this past season and could prove a smart signing for Villa. The 25-year-old is very good at recycling possession and controlling the tempo of the game. He could be an ideal foil for John McGinn. The interest in Cantwell seems surprising, with Jack Grealish the undisputed starter in his position for Villa. Unless Grealish leaves the club this summer, Cantwell’s signing would not make sense for the Midlands club. As far as McNeil is considered,...
Manchester United want to sign Rangers right-back and skipper James Tavernier, according to 90min. Arsenal, Brighton & Hove Albion and Norwich City are also interested in bringing him back to the Premier League. The Rangers star ended last season with 15 goals and 10 assists across all competitions and helped the Ibrox side win their 55th Scottish Premiership title. Tavernier impressed in the domestic league and the Europa League, and it seems he has attracted the Red Devils and co. However, Celtic legend Chris Sutton has rejected the idea on Twitter. This is unlikely… https://t.co/vEX1SguswI — Chris Sutton (@chris_sutton73) June 30, 2021 Sportslens View Although the 29-year-old is undoubtedly the best right-back in the Scottish top-flight, the report linking him with a move to Man Utd...
Paris Saint-Germain have joined Roma and Juventus in the race to sign Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka this summer, Il Romanista report. The Switzerland international has been with the Gunners for the past five seasons, but he has been fancied to head for the exit door this summer. He has reportedly agreed personal terms with Roma, but there has been no progress over a transfer as they have yet to meet the Gunners’ demands. Juventus recently joined the pursuit of the 28-year-old, and it is now reported that Roma could face more competition in the form of Paris Saint-Germain. Sportslens view: Xhaka recently spoke glowingly about new Roma head coach Jose Mourinho and talked about his admiration for Rome. Mourinho has been a long-term admirer of Xhaka as well, and a move to the Giallorossi wou...
Sergio Ramos will officially leave Real Madrid on a free transfer when his contract expires at midnight. Paris Saint-Germain have been tipped to sign the Spaniard, and L’Equipe claims that the club have intensified talks with the player’s agents. However, there remains a stumbling block over the contract length. Ramos is adamant that he wants a two-year contract worth €13 million per year. Les Parisiens are reluctant to meet his demands after his injury-plagued final season at Madrid. They are offering a one-year deal with the option for another 12 months. Negotiations are ongoing between both parties, but Marca claims that there are two more clubs in the running to sign the 35-year-old centre-back. Meanwhile, Ramos’ regular central defensive partner Raphael Varane could also be ...
Napoli defender Nikola Maksimovic is set to be a free agent this summer and the player has received offers from West Ham United and Crystal Palace. The likes of Real Betis and Sevilla have submitted offers for the experienced centre-back as well. According to reports via Area Napoli, the defender is still undecided on his future and he is hoping that Napoli will come forward with a contract offer for him. The Hammers need to add more defensive depth to their side and signing the 29-year-old on a free transfer would be a superb move for them. They certainly have the resources to fend off the competition from the likes of Crystal Palace, Real Betis and Sevilla. Furthermore, the London club will be able to offer him Europa League football as well. The chance to move to the Premier League coul...
Rangers star Glen Kamara is a wanted man in the Premier League, and according to Give Me Sport, Everton and West Ham United have both joined the race for his signature. The Finland international has just two years left on his deal at Ibrox, and is also attracting the likes of Arsenal, Watford and Brentford. Although Rangers and Kamara have held talks about a new deal, both parties have not been able to reach an agreement, and GMS say Everton and West Ham have gotten in contact with his representatives to enquire about what type of deal he would be looking at this summer. Sportslens View Rangers are offering the 25-year-old Champions League football and another chance to win the Scottish Premiership title next season, but could those be enough to keep him at Ibrox beyond the summer? The Pre...
Leeds United are close to signing Junior Firpo from Barcelona this summer. Several clubs across Europe have shown interest in signing the Barcelona left-back, but Leeds have stolen a march on their rivals. Italian media outlet Calciomercato reported that the 24-year-old left-back will undergo his medical at Leeds next week. The highly talented defender is expected to sign a five-year deal with the Premier League club. Catalan newspaper Sport have added a few more details that should excite Leeds fans. The report claims that Leeds had been targeting Firpo for a while now, as the club were planning to sign a left-back this summer. Both Marcelo Bielsa and Victor Orta spoke to the player, with the Argentine personally convincing him to move to Elland Road. Bielsa feels that the former Rea...
Arsenal are prepared to make a big-money offer for Sheffield United goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale following England’s Euro 2020 campaign, The Star reports. The Gunners are looking to sign a homegrown shot-stopper this summer, and they have identified Ramsdale as their top transfer target. The club have already expressed their interest through intermediaries over the weekend, and it is now reported that they are lining up an offer. The north London giants are unlikely to meet the £40 million price tag but will come up with a bid that could seriously test United’s resolve. Ramsdale has been identified as a potential replacement for Bernd Leno. Mikel Arteta is open to selling the German if the club can land a quality replacement. Sportslens view: Ramsdale made his return to the Blades for&nb...
Rafa Benitez and Everton have reached an agreement, with the Spaniard becoming their next manager a done deal. That is according to The Telegraph journalist Jason Burt who provided the update on Twitter. Rafa Benitez to Everton is agreed. Done deal. More on @TeleFootball later…depending on England game! — Jason Burt (@JBurtTelegraph) June 29, 2021 Sportslens View Everton and Benitez have been in talks for several days now, but the fans have been openly against the move, with some making their grievances known with abusive messages on the Goodison Park gates. However, Everton owner Farhad Moshiri has ignored their protests and is now set to go ahead with the unpopular appointment. The former Liverpool manager has been out of work since leaving the Chinese Super League in January but will no...