Liverpool are planning to dump Darwin Núñez this summer and replace him with a new elite number nine, Aston Villa are planning an approach for La Liga’s top assist-maker and Manchester United have been given the green light to sign upgrade Andre Onana for just €35m .
SLOT makes Osimhen Liverpool’s number one target
According to reports in Italy, new Liverpool manager Arne Slot wants to make a transfer statement upon his arrival at Anfield by ditching Darwin Nunes and bringing in one of the world’s best goalscorers as his replacement.
The Dutchman has been chosen as Jurgen Klopp’s successor at Anfield and an announcement on the 45-year-old’s appointment as compensation agreed with Feyenoord could arrive before the end of the week.
With the German regarded as one of Merseyside’s all-time greatest managers, Liverpool will be hoping the drop-off from his departure is not felt as sharply as many observers expect.
Now, in an effort to leave his mark, the Dutchman claims he will make Nunez, Klopp’s biggest signing at Anfield, the first big casualty of his reign.
The Uruguayan signed a huge signing from Benfica in the summer of 2022. United paid the Portuguese side an initial fee of €75 million, but that figure rose to €100 million with additional fees, making the £85.4 million fee the largest sum in Liverpool’s history.
But Nunez has proven to be a divisive figure at Anfield. Klopp has rewarded him for his loyalty with 33 goals in 93 games, but many believe the 24-year-old is so wasteful in front of goal that he should be a more regular goalscorer. club.
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That perceived weakness has also been pointed out by Slot and now reports suggest the Dutchman is ready to put the striker up for sale and will accept the highest bid for him.
Instead, Italian newspaper Il Corriere dello Sport claimed that Slot had already made it clear that he wanted to sign Napoli’s risky Victor Osimhen.
The Nigerian has proven himself as one of the most lethal marksmen in the world, scoring 75 goals in 130 appearances for Gli Azzurri.
Liverpool manager Slott also wants the Feyenoord midfielder
It is now claimed that Slot wants Liverpool to start talks about a deal and believes a deal worth around €100m could be done.
Osimhen signed a new contract from Napoli earlier this year that includes a €120 million exit clause, but Slot appears to have faith that a deal can be done for less.
However, Liverpool are the only clubs pursuing the 25-year-old, along with PSG, Chelsea and Arsenal, among the clubs considering a transfer approach this summer.
Meanwhile, Slot has reportedly told Liverpool chief executive Michael Edwards that he wants to sign Quinten Timber from Feyenoord this summer as well.
The midfielder is the twin brother of Arsenal defender Jurrien and has proven to be an absolute Trojan in the Eredivisie side’s engine room in recent times, playing a leading role in the success they have enjoyed under his management.
According to trusted transfer expert and TEAMtalk contributor Rudy Galetti, Slot has approached Liverpool about funding a move for the 22-year-old this summer.
The Timbers have scored seven goals and provided eight assists in the Eredivisie this season and are in the €40m (£34.2m) bracket.
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Arsenal have made Joshua Zirkzy their top target despite AC Milan and Juventus making clear their intention to launch rival bids for the hugely talented Bologna striker. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Manchester United are set to begin negotiations over a €100m (£85.4m) deal for Barcelona defender Ronald Arauyo, while the Blaugrana are open to selling the Uruguayan if their asking price is met. (various)
Aston Villa are preparing for a summer approach for LaLiga’s leading assist-maker Alex Baena, who has scored 12 goals this season but currently has a whopping €60m (£51.3m) exit clause in his Villarreal contract. (Relebo)
Inter Milan star Nicolo Barella is set to reject interest in a new contract with the Serie A champions Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Tottenham face stiff competition from AC Milan and Napoli, with the Serie A sides both interested in signing Feyenoord striker Santi Jimenez in the summer. Napoli, the 2023 Serie A champions, are eyeing the Mexican as a replacement for Victor Osimhen. (TNT Sports Mexico)
Real Madrid are ahead of Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Barcelona in the race to sign River Plate striker Franco Mastantuono and have already started talks over a contract for the 16-year-old, who is worth €45m (£38.4m). . Termination clause in his deal. (sports)
OSG Nice manager Francesco Parioli is locked in a two-pronged battle with Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for control of Ajax this summer, with Graham Potter now sidelined. (Coriedello Sports)
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Newcastle have approached former Chelsea, Juventus and Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri about returning to the Premier League and replacing Eddie Howe, but could still face competition from the 65-year-old from West Ham. (Tutomercato Web)
Arsenal are fighting Borussia Dortmund for the signature of 18-year-old Barcelona midfield prospect Brian Farinas. The teenager’s current contract is set to expire at the end of next season. (Offside flagged)
Former Manchester United manager Ralph Rangnick has approved a move to Bayern Munich and wants to be appointed as Thomas Tuchel’s successor as soon as possible. (build)
Napoli are ready to start talks over a new contract with star winger Kvicha Kvaratskelia, convinced Barcelona are not in a position to sign the Georgian star, valued at €100 million. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Real Betis midfielder Guido Rodriguez has completed a free transfer to Barcelona after holding extensive talks with the Blaugrana and making it clear he will not sign a contract extension with Los Verdiblancos. (Relebo)
Sevilla and Real Betis are considering an approach to Barcelona to sign Brazilian striker Vitor Roque on loan for the 2024/25 season. (ABC de Sevilla)
Real Sociedad are willing to entertain a major summer 2023 bid to sign Umar Sadiq after a difficult season at San Sebastian. (Estadio Deportivo)
Tottenham are racing to sign talented Galatasaray striker Baris Alper Yilmaz amid claims they could release him for €25m (£22m) this summer. Aston Villa, Manchester United, Bournemouth and Brighton have also shown interest. (various)
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Manchester United and Chelsea will have the opportunity to sign Jan Oblak for €35m (£30m) this summer, while Atletico Madrid are leaving open the possibility of selling him and signing Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili for €25m. He was designated as a replacement player. (like)
Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak is a summer target for Manchester United and Chelsea.
Manchester City defender Yann Couto, currently on loan at Girona, is a surprise target for Real Madrid as they look to sign a new right-back. (Mundo Deportivo)
Juventus are set to let go or sell four players, with Paul Pogba, Arkadiusz Milik, Alex Sandro and Daniele Rugani looking to cut €35 million in annual wages. (Coriedello Sports)
Bruno Fernandes has admitted he will consider his future at Manchester United this summer. But his focus is now firmly fixed on the FA Cup final and helping Portugal win the European Championship. (DAZN Portugal)
Barcelona are set to send loan defender Mamadou Mbake back to Los Angeles FC after deciding against signing the 21-year-old Senegalese star on a permanent deal. (sports)
Borussia Dortmund are trying to keep Ian Maatsen and Jadon Sancho at the club beyond this season after signing impressive loan deals from Chelsea and Manchester United respectively. (Fabrizio Romano)
Several clubs in Saudi Arabia are exploring deals for Ansu Fati, who is currently on loan at Brighton, and Aston Villa loanee Clement Lenglet. It has been reported that the pair will be sold by Barcelona this summer. (sports)
Arsenal are making a strong push to sign 18-year-old Ajax defender Jorrel Hato this summer, with the teenager branded the real deal and already included in the €35m (£30m) draw. (TBR Soccer)
