Transfer News & Rumours
Report: Leeds want to sign £25 million winger after EURO 2020 heroics
Leeds are keen to sign Sampdoria ace Mikkel Damsgaard after his fine performances for Denmark at Euro 2020 this summer, according to a report from Tuttosport. Whites boss Marcelo Bielsa seems to be on a mission to get Leeds back to the top echelons of the game. Junior Firpo has already arrived from Barcelona while links with Nahitan Nandez (Corriere dello Sport) and Matheus Cunha (Leeds Live) continue to circulate. And it seems as though another name is now on the Whites’ radar. Mikkel Damsgaard is allegedly a transfer target for Leeds United Mikkel Damsgaard a transfer target for Leeds Tuttosport claims that the Yorkshire outfit could challenge Real Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur for the talented 21-year-old this summer. And what a coup it would be for Bielsa if he manages to bring the...
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Striker could leave Aston Villa this summer, manager treatment to blame [Opinion]
Keinan Davis faces an uncertain future at Aston Villa as he’s struggled for form and playing time under Dean Smith. The 23-year-old has made a total of 85 appearances in all competitions for Villa, bagging just six goals and seven assists, but he’s likely to be bottom of the pecking order next season. While Wesley Moraes was recovering from a cruciate knee ligament injury last season, Davis was direct back up to Ollie Watkins and made 18 appearances across the board. He scored only two goals, made two assists and seldom started, so it’s clear he’s a last resort than a first option. And with Wesley returning during the tail-end of 2020/21, making three appearances, Davis may struggle for opportunities this coming campaign. He’s already been linked with a loan move away from Villa this summe...
3 injuries, 2 PL starts in 2020/21, 1 year left on contract – Midfielder has uncertain future
Fabian Delph has a lot to consider this summer. He’s had a disappointing stint at Everton and has one year remaining on his contract, so his long-term future is up in the air. The 31-year-old’s stay at Goodison Park has been marred by inconsistency and injury, resulting in him missing the majority of games each season. But with Rafael Benitez replacing Carlo Ancelotti as manager, Delph may be given a clean slate in 2021/22. Everton signed the box-to-box midfielder from Manchester City in 2019, and he’s gone on to make 30 appearances in all competitions, featuring in only 24 of a possible 76 Premier League games for the Toffees. Delph played more in his debut campaign at Everton but has spent most of his second season sidelined with various injuries – calf, hamstring, tendon. He started onl...
Aston Villa set to submit bid for highly rated winger, player’s agent is in England
Aston Villa are reportedly interested in signing River Plate attacker Julian Alvarez this summer and are expected to submit a bid for him in the coming days. According to TNT Sports, the 20-year-old’s representative is already in England, and Villa are preparing an offer of more than €10 million. Alvarez is expected to join up with his compatriot Emiliano Martinez at the Midlands club next season. The highly-rated player has a big future ahead of him and could prove a quality long-term investment for the Premier League club. Villa need more depth in their attack, and the youngster could be a useful squad option, particularly with his ability to play across the front line. Alvarez bagged four goals and seven assists across all competitions for River Plate last season and will only get bette...
Everton to move for long-term target this summer, 21-yr-old will cost more than £25m
Everton are determined to improve their defensive options this summer and continue to be linked with full-backs every week. According to 90min, newly appointed manager Rafa Benitez is eyeing up moves for Norwich City defender Max Aarons and Netherlands international Denzel Dumfries. It is unlikely that the Toffees will sign both players in one summer, but it is unclear which one is their preferred option. Aarons has been outstanding for Norwich over the past two seasons, and it is no surprise that Premier League clubs are looking to sign him. The 21-year-old helped Norwich regain promotion back to the top-flight, and he has the quality to be a long term replacement for Seamus Coleman. Aarons has repeatedly been linked with the Merseyside outfit and could cost more than £25 million this sum...
Versatile 23-yr-old will be available for just £5m this summer, Newcastle and Celtic keen
Newcastle United and Celtic are keen on signing Tottenham Hotspur defender Cameron Carter-Vickers. According to Football Insider, the 23-year-old is set to leave the London club after failing to hold down a first-team berth over the last few seasons. Tottenham have reportedly triggered a 12-month extension in the defender’s contract and are now preparing to sell him for around £5 million in the coming weeks. Careter-Vickers spent last season on loan with Bournemouth in the Championship, and he has admitted that he is open to returning to the south coast. However, Newcastle could be a more viable option, and Carter-Vickers would undoubtedly be a quality squad player for the Magpies. He can play as a centre-back and at full-back, and his versatility would be useful for Steve Bruce next seaso...
Report: Liverpool need to increase opening bid by £25m to sign ‘exquisite’ league winner
Liverpool have had an opening bid worth €40 million (£35 million) for Saul Niguez rejected by Atletico Madrid according to a report from Mundo Deportivo. Atleti are ready to sell the Spaniard to the Reds, as covered on Sportslens earlier this week (Click here to read more). It seems as though the fee for the 26-year-old could be a big sticking point, however. Jurgen Klopp has allegedly convinced FSG to make an opening £35 million offer for the Atletico Madrid ace. Liverpool have allegedly made an opening offer for Saul – breton-realvall210522_np5BZ PUBLICATIONxNOTxINxFRA Copyright: xJosexBretonx The La Liga giants want closer to £60 million according to a recent report from The Times. Liverpool keen to get Saul signed up The energetic midfielder would be a tremendous addition to Klopp...
‘They are interested’: Agent confirms club are in talks to sign 25-year-old Arsenal target
The agent of goalkeeper Andre Onana has confirmed that Lyon have entered talks with Ajax over a potential transfer this summer. The Cameroon international has entered the final year of his contract with the club, and he is widely expected to leave in the coming weeks. Premier League club Arsenal were deemed favourites to sign him a few weeks ago, but they have not made any formal approach for his services. A recent report claimed that Lyon have moved ahead of Arsenal in the player’s pursuit, and they could sign him with the assurance of game time and European football. His agent Albert Botines has now confirmed that talks are underway between Ajax and Lyon over a possible transfer agreement this summer. He told Voetbal Primeur: “Yes, they are interested. The clubs are in talks.” Sport...
Spurs reportedly want 23-goal French striking duo as Kane’s potential replacements
Tottenham Hotspur are preparing for the possibility of losing Harry Kane this summer. They have identified Borussia Monchengladbach striking duo Alassane Plea and Marcus Thuram as his potential replacements, reports Le10Sport. The French news outlet claims that Spurs greatly appreciate the understanding the French striking duo have struck on the pitch but are yet to make contact with the Bundesliga club. Sportslens View Although Tottenham are ready to put up a fight in their bid to hold on to Kane, nothing is guaranteed, and they are preparing for the worst. Plea and Thuram bagged 23 goals between them last season across all competitions and are among the best striking partnerships in Europe. Spurs know replacing their star striker’s goals would prove extremely difficult, and they reckon s...
Liverpool transfer target’s move to Bundesliga club at risk
With Jadon Sancho’s move to Manchester United nearly finalised, Dortmund will look to reinvest the money to strengthen the team after the loss of one of their greatest stars. One of the rumoured replacements is PSV Eindhoven’s Donyell Malen. The 22-year-old shone in the Eredivisie this past season, scoring 19 goals in 32 domestic games and notching five more in the Europa League. However, reports from Bild indicate that the deal may not be as straightforward as once thought. The two clubs remain far apart in their valuation of the young Dutch attacker, with Dortmund unwilling to pay more than €27 million, while the Eredivisie club are demanding over £30m. Another sticking point is the player’s salary demands and agent, as Dortmund are reluctant to deal with super-agent Mino Raiola, who aim...
Tottenham keen on South American attacker with 17 goal contributions last season
Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Colombian international Luis Diaz. The highly-rated winger had an impressive season with Porto last year, helping them reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League. Diaz has also had an impressive Copa America campaign with this country, and his performances have attracted the attention of several clubs across Europe. According to Antena2, Inter Milan and Roma are keen on signing the attacker this summer. The 24-year-old, who can play on either flank, bagged 11 goals and six assists this past season. Tottenham could definitely use a quality wide forward, and the Colombian seems like an ideal fit. Steven Bergwijn and Erik Lamela have not been at their best over the past year, and the Londoners need to bring in proper reinforcements in the fina...
Tottenham and Leeds keen on 21-yr-old midfielder, Paratici a big fan of the player
Denmark international Mikkel Damsgaard has been outstanding for his country at the European Championships. According to Club Doria 46, Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing him, with newly appointed director of football Fabio Paratici a big fan of the youngster. The 21-year-old is highly rated at Sampdoria, and they will probably demand a premium if Spurs come calling this summer. They are not the only Premier League club interested in Damsgaard, with Leeds United, Southampton, Crystal Palace and West Ham United also keeping tabs on him. Tottenham need to add more creativity to their midfield, and Damsgaard could be the ideal long-term replacement for Christian Eriksen. The Londoners have missed a specialist creator since the Danish international’s departure, and his compatriot could impro...
