Everton have been linked with a move for the Dutch international Denzel Dumfries for weeks now and it seems that the Premier League side are now in talks with his agent Mino Raiola regarding a summer move. The 25-year-old right-back did well in the European Championships with this country and he could prove to be the ideal long-term replacement for Seamus Coleman. The right-back position needs strengthening this summer and it remains to be seen whether the Toffees can convince PSV Eindhoven to sell the defender to them. They are not the only club looking to sign Dumfries this summer and Italian champions Inter Milan are in talks with the player’s agent as well (via Sportwitness). The 25-year-old right-back is a reliable defender and he can chip in with vital goals as well. The Toffees must...
Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Tim Iroegbunam from West Bromwich Albion, according to the Birmingham Mail. Dean Smith seems determined to bolster his ranks at Villa Park this summer. Villa have already completed the signings of Emiliano Buendia and Ashley Young, while Arsenal’s Emile Smith-Rowe is also on their wishlist (Daily Mail). Smith also has an eye on strengthening his youth ranks, and Iroegbunam has caught his attention. Aston Villa close to Tim Iroegbunam deal? The West Brom youngster is closing in on a move to Villa Park, according to The Birmingham Mail. The 18-year-old is a defensive midfielder by trade and has really impressed at youth level for the Baggies. He racked up four goals and four assists in 39 games for West Brom’s under-23’s and under-1...
Tottenham Hotspur have recently been linked with a move for Barcelona midfielder Miralem Pjanic. According to Sport, he is keen on leaving the Spanish club and does not want to join up with them for pre-season. The 31-year-old could go out on loan this summer, and the Premier League club are in talks to secure his services. Spurs could definitely use more creativity in their midfield, and Pjanic would be a superb addition. He has a different skill-set to Tanguy Ndombele and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. The three players could form a quality partnership in the middle of the park. The player has been linked with a move back to Juventus, and Pjanic is reportedly keen on returning to the Italian club. It is understandable why the midfielder wants to return to Italy, given his previous performances f...
Leeds United have confirmed that midfielder Mateusz Bogusz has joined UD Ibiza on loan until the end of the season. The 19-year-old midfielder has made three first-team appearances for the Whites and spent last season on loan to UD Logrones. It seems he will now continue his next stage of development away from Elland Road again, after sealing another move to La Liga 2. Many Leeds fans have taken to Twitter to express their reactions after the club officially confirmed the news. Some feel that it will be an excellent move for him, while others are concerned whether he has any chance of making it to the senior team in the future. Good luck to him ! I remember when jet2 opened a base in Malaga and asked fr ‘volunteers’ fr a year,I was out every night and skint every week,came back 2 grand in ...
Serie A outfit Roma are set to land the signature of Wolverhampton Wanderers goalkeeper Rui Patricio, reputed journalist Fabrizio Romano claims. The Portugal international has been with Wolves for the past three seasons, appearing in 112 of the 114 Premier League matches. He recently entered the final year of his contract and now appears set to switch to the Italian top-flight with the Giallorossi. Roma have made an official bid of €10 million with a further €3m in add-ons. A deal is set to be completed ‘soon’ with Olympiacos’ Jose Sa lined up as the replacement. Sportslens view: Patricio has been an undisputed choice in goal for Wolves over the past three seasons, but he looks set to secure a fresh challenge. The departure of manager Nuno Espirito Santo could be a reason behind ...
Newcastle United are still interested in signing Joe Willock from Arsenal this summer. According to The Sun’s Alan Nixon. the Magpies are still looking at the exciting young midfielder, but he will cost a huge fee. Would think so. But he costs loads. https://t.co/3cJqgCyuDZ — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) July 7, 2021 The 21-year-old was deemed well below Arsenal’s standards and was sent on loan to Newcastle in the second half of last season. After scoring seven goals in seven consecutive Premier League games – a brilliant achievement – Willock’s stock has risen. Arsenal are now demanding around £30 million and Newcastle are the only club to have registered concrete interest in the youngster. The Gunners are close to signing Albert Sambi Lokonga from Anderlecht, while the north Lo...
Borussia Dortmund have entered the race to sign RB Leipzig midfielder Marcel Sabitzer, German publication SportBild claims. The Austrian has been with the German outfit for the past seven years, registering 52 goals and 42 assists from 227 appearances in all competitions. However, he could be on the move with under 12 months left on his contract. He has a €50m release clause in his deal but could be sold for €20m. Arsenal, AC Milan and Roma have also been credited with an interest in the versatile player. Sportslens view: Sabitzer has been one of Bundesliga’s consistent performers, and he appears set to pursue a fresh challenge at the prime of his career. The 27-year-old vastly played in central midfield last season, but he has been most successful playing on the right wing. His versa...
Queens Park Rangers have signed goalkeeper Jordan Archer on a two-year contract, the club have confirmed via their official website. The Rs were in need of a new goalkeeper this transfer window. Joe Lumley departed to Middlesbrough upon the expiry of his contract, and Liam Kelly returned to Scotland to play for Motherwell. Lumley left QPR this summer This left them with just one senior goalkeeper on the books. However, they have now solved this problem, bringing in Archer on a free transfer. The 28-year-old, who has one cap for the Scotland national team, began his career at Tottenham Hotspur. Following several loan spells, he eventually moved on a permanent basis to Millwall. Since leaving the Den in 2019, he has had brief stints at Oxford United, Fulham, Motherwell, and Middlesbrough, le...
Liverpool have reportedly made an enquiry for the Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. According to Calciomercato, several clubs are keen on the 26-year-old Serbian midfielder but the Italian club will only consider selling him for a massive offer. Apparently, the player dreams of playing for Real Madrid but the Spanish outfit are not interested in signing him. Liverpool are thought to be looking at a replacement for Gini Wijnaldum and their interest in Milinkovic-Savic certainly makes sense. The 26-year-old has been an exceptional player for Lazio and he is undoubtedly one of the best box to box midfielders in Europe. Liverpool need to add more goals and creativity to their midfield and the Serbian seems like an ideal fit for Jurgen Klopp’s side. He will add drive and presence to the...
Former Liverpool winger and club legend, John Barnes, has suggested that Declan Rice would be a good fit for the Reds. West Ham will need to make a decision on Rice who has rejected two contract offer extensions at the club. The 22-year-old, who has impressed heavily for England in Euro 2020, apparently wants to test himself at a bigger club. Rice has three years left on his current contract, plus an extra 12 months to run, and West Ham are expected to demand a fee in the region of £100 million for him. He has been linked with a move to Manchester United, but Barnes feel that Rice would be perfect for Liverpool. The former Liverpool hero has suggested that Rice is similar to Reds skipper, Jordan Henderson, in terms of their playing style. “There have been suggestions that Declan ...
Aston Villa are interested in signing the Burnley winger Dwight McNeil this summer. According to Football Insider, the West Midlands club are keen on a move for the Arsenal playmaker Emile Smith Rowe but they could turn their attentions towards McNeil if the Gunners refuse to sell the youngster. Villa have already had two bids knocked back for the Arsenal midfielder. According to the report, Dean Smith wants to sign a versatile forward this summer and McNeil has been earmarked as a key target. The Premier League side are willing to pay big money for the 21-year-old winger this summer. McNeill has been a key player for Burnley and he has the potential to develop into a top-class footballer. His signing could prove to be a quality long-term investment for the West Midlands club thi...
Tottenham Hotspur are keen on improving their defence this summer and they are currently in talks with Southampton regarding Jannik Vestergaard. The 28-year-old centre back will be a free agent next summer and the Saints will be under pressure to cash in on him in the coming months. According to Rudy Galetti, the defender is valued at around €20 million and Roma are keen on securing his services as well. 🚨🗣️ Ongoing talks between #Tottenham and #Southampton for #Vestergaard. The 🇩🇰 centre-back is valued around €20M. 🟡🔴 #Roma and #Mourinho are also interested in 1992 class. 🐓⚽️ #Calciomercato #Transfers #EPL #SerieA — Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) July 6, 2021 Vestergaard joined Southampton back in 2018 and he is wel...