Liverpool are hoping to beat Manchester United by signing a Barcelona star, Chelsea have a new striker at the top of their summer wish list and Aston Villa have submitted paperwork to confirm the impressive signing of the Italian defender.
Edward moves to bring Barcelona talent to Liverpool
Liverpool have met Barcelona defender Michail Paye’s agent and are ‘pushing’ to beat Manchester United to his signature this summer, according to reports in Spain.
The La Liga giants are preparing for a summer of big change, with Xavi Hernández stepping down as manager and potentially shutting down on the back of a disappointing campaign that saw them suffer another major downturn this week after their high-earning stars were dropped. From the Champions League.
To achieve this, Barcelona chief Deco plans to sign players such as Raphinha, Ferran Torres, Eric Garcia, Andreas Christensen and even Frenkie de Jong and Robert Lewandowski, who are rumored to be available.
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However, Barca are also open to moves for several young players and Mundo Deportivo claimed this week that major talks have taken place between Payet’s agent and representatives of Liverpool and Manchester United.
The Senegalese teenager is yet to make his debut for the Blaugrana, who have very good central defensive options.
As a result, it has already been reported that the once-capped Pay is a possible move away, having already rejected a €9.5 million bid from Lille in January.
However, the MD claims Deco is likely to be sold and it has been reported that Edwards wants to secure a deal with Liverpool and beat United to a deal as soon as possible.
Pay wants to remain at Barca, but is said to be open to a move if he cannot secure first-team security.
Manchester United are targeting another defender with proposed Mason Greenwood swap
According to reports, an offer of €20m (£17.1m) would be enough to persuade Barcelona to sell.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to sign at least one new defender this summer, but Pay is just one of a number of possible options they are interested in, with Jarrad Branthwaite and Jean-Clair Todibo both strongly linked.
And according to reports in Italy, Manchester United are stepping up their bid to sign Gleyson Bremer this summer.
The Brazilian defender is one of Italy’s most feared central defenders and has built a fierce reputation since his move from Turin two summers ago.
Il Gazzetta dello Sport, who are in the €50m bracket, claim Ratcliffe is now ready to contact the Bianconeri and offer Mason Greenwood in a straight swap.
The striker’s future will be decided this summer after spending time on loan at Getafe in Spain.
And with Juve keen on a deal, it has been reported that Ratcliffe will soon contact them to inquire about the possibility of a straight swap.
Liverpool, Manchester City target buyer slap monster fee
Bayer Leverkusen have slapped a hefty €150m (£128.3m) price tag on Florian Wirtz, who is targeted by Liverpool, Manchester City and Real Madrid this summer, in a bid to dissuade any bids. (markka)
Aston Villa have submitted paperwork to Turin for a formal offer for right-back Raoul Bellanova and are hoping to sign the 23-year Italian ahead of Man Utd. (Turin Granata)
West Ham have doubled their efforts to beat Tottenham, signing Royal Union Saint Gilroy star Mohamed Amura, increasing their initial offer from €10m to €20m. (Walfoot)
Newcastle are planning a surprise move to sign Tottenham defender Davinson Sanchez this summer, while Napoli have also emerged as suitors for the currently on-loan Galatasaray player. (various)
Juventus are planning to offer 22-year-old midfielder Enzo Barrenecea as part of a player-plus-cash swap for Genoa’s €35m-valued Albert Gudmundsson in a bid to beat Tottenham for his signature. (Tuto Sports)
PSG have been ruled out of a move to sign Real Madrid’s Vinnie Junior, a Manchester United target, as a replacement for Kylian Mbappe this summer. (Ben Jacobs)
Real Madrid are preparing a summer blockbuster transfer to bring in William Saliba from Arsenal and bring him into a new era of Galactico alongside Kylian Mbappe. (various)
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Liverpool are increasingly keen on a deal for Sporting Lisbon’s 20-year-old Ivory Coast defender Ousmane Diomande, who could become this summer’s top central defensive target ahead of Goncalo Inacio and Piero Hincapi. (various)
Atletico Madrid is preparing for big changes this summer, transferring four players including Stefan Savic, Saul Niguez, Angel Correa, and Memphis Depay. Diego Simeone’s side also lose Aston Villa target Mario Hermoso, who will leave on a free transfer. (markka)
Manchester City and Barcelona have held talks with agents to sign Spanish playmaker Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig this summer. (Mundo Deportivo)
Napoli are set to sign Real Betis’ 30-year-old Argentine defensive midfielder Guido Rodriguez, who is attracting interest from Manchester United, on a free transfer this summer. (Tuto Sports)
Bayern Munich have held further talks with Julian Nagelsmann this week and are growing confident they can lure him back to the Allianz Arena for a second spell in charge. (Sky Germany)
Barcelona’s former Mexican defender Rafa Márquez is emerging as a leading contender to succeed Xavi after stepping down as La Liga coach this summer. (ESPN)
Victor Gyokeres’ agent has floated the possibility of a move to Liverpool this summer, amid claims that Ruben Amorim could leave Sporting Lisbon to replace Jurgen Klopp. (Abola)
Chelsea target Jonathan David as new No. 1 striker
Chelsea are ready to make €50m (£42.8m) Lille striker Jonathan David their new No. 1 striker target this summer, while signing Victor Osimhem now looks like a big deal. (Coriedello Sports)
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly targeting Chelsea’s Lille striker Jonathan David.
Juventus are hoping to sign Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad for €40m (£34.2m) this summer. This is just shy of his €60m (£51.4m) transfer clause. (Tuto Sports)
Real Madrid have made a €10m (£8.5m) bid to sign Trabzonspor goalkeeper Onuralf Sebican. (like)
Roma are uncertain whether they will be able to raise the €5 million fee needed to sign Diego Llorente from Leeds this summer, leaving the Spanish defender without a place under Daniele De Rossi. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Real Betis are closely watching Leeds United’s results this season and are hoping to sign Marc Roca on loan for another season if the West Yorkshire side fail to secure promotion. However, if they gain promotion, the La Liga side are likely to withdraw their €12m (£10.3m) purchase option. (like)
Celta Vigo plan to retain interim coach Claudio Giraldes in charge next season after impressing club bosses with his man-management and results since taking over as Rafa Benitez’s successor. (markka)
Bayern Munich have joined Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund in the pursuit of Archie Gray, but Leeds have no reason to worry the teenager will leave Elland Road this summer. (various)
