Liverpool have finally been able to sign world-class midfielder Jurgen Klopp, who has been labeled ‘top class’, Manchester United’s transfers linked to Juventus have increased and a game for the yellow and black Borussia Dortmund icon is all set to be announced in the Euro paper on Tuesday. The talk ended.
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Liverpool could complete their dream midfield rebuild by signing the Liverpool manager’s favorite Inter Milan superstar when Jurgen Klopp departs, according to a report.
Nicolo Varela, the 27-year-old is undoubtedly one of the best midfielders in world football. The omnipotent Italian was named Serie A Midfielder of the Year for both the 2020/21 and 2022/23 campaigns. Barella was also selected in each of the final five Serie A teams of the year.
Liverpool’s respect for Barela goes back many years. In fact, ahead of the Champions League tie with Inter Liverpool In 2022 – with Barella sidelined due to suspension – Jurgen Klopp said: “It’s not bad for us that Barella can’t play.
“He’s a really good player, a really good player and I like him a lot.
“He has everything you want in a midfield player. He’s aggressive, he’s technical, he can play for long periods of time and he can do all kinds of things. “He is a top-class player,” he said.
Liverpool actively recruited Barella. This led to last summer’s transfer window ahead of a much-anticipated midfield rebuild.
The story could not have ended there, despite United signing four new midfielders last summer, but no transfers took place.
Thiago Alcantara is expected to leave as a free agent at the end of June and a replacement will be needed.
Barella led another fine campaign at the San Siro, helping Inter win the Serie A title. In fact, Inter finished the league with 5 games left, and if they win the remaining 4 games, they can finish the season with a whopping 101 points.
However, there is speculation that Inter will require one or two major sales this summer to balance things out. Barella is one of the club’s most marketable assets and his future is at a crossroads as he enters the final two years of his contract this summer.
Barella could complete Arne Slot’s midfield with new formation
Barella is one of the favorites for Inter to hurt, according to a Spanish report cited by Caught Offside.
The Italian international did nothing wrong. If anything, his stellar form means that Inter’s financial difficulties can be resolved through his sale alone.
Various reports in Italy place Inter’s valuation of Barella in the range of €60m to €80m. Transfermarkt’s best guess is €75m, which is equivalent to £64m today.
In addition to mentioning Barela’s exit, the Spanish report also lists Liverpool as one of the players who could sign him.
Manchester clubs and Arsenal have also been mentioned, but the favorite is Liverpool, with their prior interest well-documented.
Liverpool’s new manager Arne Slot usually operates in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Barella is expected to line up as a dual pivot with Alexis Mac Allister, while Dominik Szoboszlai could play centrally in the three behind the striker.
Mason Greenwood moves to Juventus
Mason Greenwood is open to joining Juventus as he considers him worthy of taking the next step in his career. Manchester United are realistically hoping to earn between 25 and 30 million euros from his sale. (Fabiana della Valle)
Real Madrid are continuing to monitor Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, but have not yet made any contact with the player or his club. (Fabrizio Romano)
Barcelona are hoping to offload Clement Lenglet and Ansu Fati on permanent deals this summer. Lenglet (Aston Villa) and Fati (Brighton) are currently on loan in England. (sports)
Ajax want to reappoint Erik ten Hag as their new manager if Manchester United fire him. Ten Hag is Ajax’s best option ahead of Graham Potter. (Daily Mail)
PSG has given up on trying to recruit Marcus Rashford. Signing Napoli striker Victor Osimhen instead is expected to cost up to £111m.. (I am news)
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Marco Reus is ready to leave Borussia Dortmund as a free agent this summer. Reus is unhappy with his lack of playing time this season and he will not accept new terms even if they are offered. (build)
Antonio Conte would much rather rejoin Juventus than take up a managerial job at AC Milan or Napoli. Juventus could sack current manager Max Allegri after falling far behind Inter Milan in Serie A this season. (Rudy Galetti and many others)
Bayern Munich have offered Ralf Rangnick a three-year contract and hope he can succeed Thomas Tuchel as manager. (Sky Germany)
Rangnick will be without electric winger Leroy Sane at Bayern after the club took the first step to agree a contract extension. Sane, 28, is ready to start a new term. (Sky Germany)
Sergi Roberto is negotiating a contract extension with Barcelona. The U-turn with Xavi leaving the club is a key factor as to why. (Fabrizio Romano)
Lille manager Paulo Fonseca is West Ham’s main target. If they decide to part ways with David Moyes. (Rudy Galetti – TEAMtalk Exclusive)
Barcelona, Atletico swap plan
Atletico Madrid would prefer to sell Joao Felix outright rather than grant a second loan to Barcelona. The idea of a swap deal to send Ferran Torres to Atletico is being considered. (sports)
Inter Milan are trying to sign goalkeeper Bento from Athletico Paranaense. The 24-year-old has been given priority by Inter and will cost around €20m to sign. (Coriedello Sports)
Atlético will lower their transfer demands as they look to offload Angel Correa at the end of the season. They had initially hoped to raise €35-40 million in January amid rumors of a lucrative sale to Saudi Arabia, but ‘this figure will likely be lowered this summer.’ (Soccer Spain)
Emre Can has revealed he is “almost done with two contracts” with French giants PSG. The first was when he left Liverpool in 2018, and the second was when he left Juventus in 2020. Kahn’s Borussia Dortmund face PSG in the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday night. (Emre Can in conversation with L’Equipe)
Juventus are keen on signing PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte and are ‘likely’ to open talks. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
