Transfer News & Rumours
‘We are aware’: Thomas Tuchel speaks on Chelsea transfer plans before Tuesday’s deadline
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has provided an update on the club’s potential transfer activity before Tuesday’s cut-off time. The Blues have made just one marquee signing this summer with Romelu Lukaku, who returned from Inter Milan for €115 million. The Belgian has already made an impact with a match-winning display against Arsenal. There is the anticipation of more signings. Speaking ahead of the Liverpool game, Tuchel confirmed that negotiations are ongoing behind the scenes and refused to rule out new arrivals. He told football.london: “Well, hoping is maybe. We have still some ideas, and we are trying and not all decisions are taken regarding also to our squad. “So, there are some negotiations going on, and we are aware of all the situations. “Hoping in meaning that we need somet...
Done deal: Journalist claims Crystal Palace have reached agreement for £5.5m player
Crystal Palace have moved closer to signing Will Hughes this summer. According to talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook, the two clubs have agreed a deal in the region of £5.5 million-plus add-ons. Told this is now a done deal. Announcement tomorrow. £5.5m up front plus add-ons. Good signing for #CPFC https://t.co/tZyuBbyZhV — Alex Crook ⚽️🎙 (@alex_crook) August 26, 2021 Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has added a small update on the story, saying Hughes is close to joining the Eagles and that talks are advanced. Tottenham are working to complete Moussa Sissoko deal with Watford, confirmed. He’s the main name in the list to replace Will Hughes who’s close to join Crystal Palace – talks at final stages. ⚪️ #THFC Serge Aurier move to Lille depends on Çel...
‘A source in London…’ – Phil Hay shares Leeds transfer update in midfielder search
Leeds United have rejected a chance to sign Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks on a temporary basis, according to The Athletic’s Phil Hay. The journalist wrote on the website: “A source in London told The Athletic that Leeds turned down an approach offering them Harry Winks on loan from Tottenham Hotspur. “(Marcelo) Bielsa’s comments last week were as good an indication as any that the club are likely to let the deadline pass.” The England international has been linked with an exit from the north London outfit this summer as he is out of favour under new manager Nuno Espirito Santo. With Leeds keen on having another midfielder, Winks could have been a perfect addition, but it appears they have other ideas. Sportslens View Leeds manager Bielsa has the final say when it comes to transf...
‘We are here’: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer open to sensational Cristiano Ronaldo return
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has refused to rule out a possible return for Cristiano Ronaldo before Tuesday’s transfer deadline. The 36-year-old has decided to leave Juventus after three seasons, and it has been widely reported that he could join United’s arch-rivals Manchester City. There has not been an official bid from the English champions yet, and when asked about Ronaldo, Solskjaer described him as a legend of the club. Ronaldo played for six seasons at Old Trafford between 2003 and 2009. Solskjaer refused to rule out a stunning comeback for the 36-year-old. He told Manchester Evening News: “Don’t want to speculate too much – he is a legend of this club, the greatest player of all time if you as me. “I was fortunate enough to play with him, to coach him. Let’s see,...
Report: Liverpool now want to sign £43m giant touted as ‘Van Dijk 2.0’
Liverpool are showing interest in signing Lille ace Sven Botman, according to TuttoMercatoWeb. Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has already bolstered his central defensive ranks at Anfield this summer. Ibrahima Konate arrived from RB Leipzig a couple of months ago for around £36 million. However, it seems as though Klopp could be eyeing further centre-back reinforcements. Sven Botman in action for Lille Liverpool targeting Botman? TMW reckon that the 21-year-old Lille defender is on the Reds’ radar. Standing at 6ft 4in tall, the young Dutchman cuts an imposing figure. He has very similar attributes to his fellow countryman Virgil van Dijk. In fact, he has been touted as the next Van Dijk by Who Scored. He’s a very good player and has so much talent and potential. In 37 Ligue 1 outings for Lille...
Alan Nixon: NUFC & Wolves plot late move for free La Liga attacker, Hasenhuttl keen too
Newcastle United, Southampton and Wolverhampton Wanderers are looking to sign Valencia attacking midfielder Kang-in Lee, according to The Sun’s Alan Nixon. The South Korean international is available on a free after the La Liga outfit decided to terminate his contract, and he is also wanted by Mallorca. A late summer swoop is on the cards for the Asian, and the Premier League trio are now looking to win the race for his signature. Wolves Southampton and Newcastle taking a look at a late move for Kang-In Lee. Valencia midfielder. South Korean international. Being freed. Mallorca also trying. — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) August 27, 2021 Free https://t.co/QSgmPMXTtc — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) August 27, 2021 Sportslens View The 20-year-old will be looking to prove himself elsewhere afte...
Brentford hold talks with 20-year-old international striker linked with Everton – report
Brentford have held talks with Schalke over a possible deal for Matthew Hoppe, The Telegraph’s Mick McGrath reports. The Bees have made a sublime return to top-flight football with four points from their first two games of the campaign. However, they can’t get carried away from the bright start, and there could be more inward transfer activity before the deadline. Hoppe has been linked with several clubs over the past few weeks. Everton were recently credited with an interest in signing him. It is now reported that the Bees have entered the pursuit of the United States international, who is valued at £8 million by Schalke. Sportslens view: Hoppe made his senior club debut last term. He showed plenty of promise with six goals from just 1,309 minutes of Bundesliga football. He has ...
Tottenham in advanced negotiations to sign midfielder from Euro giants
Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Barcelona starlet Ilaix Moriba this summer. According to Calciomercato’s Daniele Longo, the Premier League club are currently in advanced negotiations with Barcelona for the youngster. Confermato, trattativa in fase avanzata tra #Tottenham e #Barcellona per Ilaix #Moriba: intermediari al lavoro per sistemare diversi dettagli ma c’è fiducia di arrivare al 🏁 https://t.co/1r73SKwpX3 — Daniele Longo (@86_longo) August 26, 2021 Meanwhile, Mario Conterio from TuttoMercatoWeb claims that Moriba is unlikely to renew his contract with the Spanish club, and Tottenham are the most likely destination for him. 📢 ⚪ Ilaix Moriba può lasciare subito il #FCBarcelona. Trattativa in corso col #Tottenham, il crack dei blaugrana è lontano dal r...
Liverpool make their opening move for £40m-rated ace, two other PL clubs keen
Liverpool have been linked with a move for Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yves Bissouma. According to Daily Express, the Premier League giants have made their opening move with Brighton demanding around £40 million to sell him. Manchester United and Arsenal have also been tracking the 24-year-old over the past few months. Liverpool lost Gini Wijnaldum on a free transfer earlier this summer, and they must make it a priority to replace him adequately before the transfer window closes. Bissouma has established himself as a quality Premier League midfielder and has the potential to succeed at a big club. The 24-year-old has a different skill set to Wijnaldum, but he could be the ideal fit alongside Thiago and Fabinho. The Mali international would add power, presence and defensive cover ...
Tottenham keen on versatile 22-yr-old target, summer transfer ‘remains possible’
Tottenham Hotspur have been heavily linked with a move for Bologna defender Takehiro Tomiyasu this summer. According to The Telegraph’s Mike McGrath, the transfer remains possible despite talks between the two clubs stalling. The defender is valued at £17 million, but the two clubs have not reached an agreement regarding the structure of the payments. #Spurs move remains possible for Takehiro Tomiyasu in final days of the window. Talks over £17m deal stalled over structure of payments to #Bologna but is one of the players they will look at — Mike McGrath (@mcgrathmike) August 26, 2021 The Japanese international represented his country at the Summer Olympics, which contributed to the deal being held up. The 22-year-old can play at full-back and centre-back, and his versatility will be a bon...
Report claims Rafa Benitez wants to sign PL duo for Everton this summer
Everton are looking to improve their attacking options before the summer transfer window closes next week, according to Sky Sports. Manager Rafael Benitez has identified Brighton & Hove Albion striker Neal Maupay as a potential target. The Toffees are currently overly reliant on Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Richarlison for goals. Bringing in another goalscorer would be ideal for them, and Maupay seems like a quality fit for a club with top-six ambitions. The Frenchman is well settled in the Premier League and could make an immediate impact at Goodison Park. He has scored twice in two Premier League games this season to take his tally to 20 for the club in all competitions. The chance to play for Everton could be tempting, but the Merseyside outfit will need to sell some of their fringe pl...
Celtic working to agree personal terms with 26-yr-old, fee agreed with club
Celtic are working on a deal to sign Greek international striker Georgios Giakoumakis before the transfer window closes. According to Sportime, the Scottish giants have already secured an agreement with his club and are currently in talks with the player regarding personal terms. The Hoops will pay around €3 million to VVV Venlo. However, there is a gap of €150k-per-year between the player’s demands and Celtic’s offer regarding personal terms. Talks ongoing between Celtic and Giakoumakis. There is a gap of €150k per year between Greece international striker demands and Celtic ‘s offer. Agreement in principle with Venlo for almost €3m. @CelticFC #CelticFC #Celtic #Giakoumakis — Giannis Chorianopoulos (@choria80) August 26, 2021 It remains to be seen whether the two parties can sort ou...
