Liverpool are planning to swoop in on Barcelona as part of a €120m double deal, Leeds are chasing the Eredivisie defender as Liam Cooper’s successor and Arsenal are ready to tempt Inter Milan with a massive swap deal.
Slot Attention receives Liverpool yellow card following Pedri’s alleged red card
Liverpool are reportedly strongly considering a summer move for Pedri this summer, amid reports that Barcelona have changed their mind about the midfielder’s future.
The La Liga giants will soon be dethroned as Spanish champions, with Real Madrid poised to snatch the crown that Xavi’s side held last season. And although the popular coach has reversed his decision to leave this summer, plans are well underway for how the Blaugrana can progress and challenge Los Blancos again next time.
With that in mind, recent reports have revealed that Barcelona are looking to sell or sell their entire first-team squad except for five of their stars – Pau Kuvarsi, Michail Payet, Gabi, Pedri and Lamine Yamal. In an effort to raise funds to help with potential rebuilds, we are offering suggestions for this summer.
However, according to Marca, that approach has now changed and it has now been decided that Pedri can indeed leave.
Spanish media claim there are a number of reasons for the change of heart about the Tenerife midfielder. That means his injury history and contract situation over the past few seasons, with his current contract set to expire in the summer of 2026.
Barca had previously sought to extend their stay but were unable to reach an agreement, and with claims the 21-year-old has not developed as initially expected, it is now believed he is open for sale.
They previously valued the 18-cap Spanish man in the €80m (£68.4m) range, but now believe an offer of around €60m (£51.3m) could persuade them to sell.
Both Arsenal and Manchester City have reportedly been linked with a move for Pedri. But Liverpool currently have the strongest links with Manchester United, who are preparing to say goodbye to free agents Thiago Alcantara and Ryan Gravenwerch following his move from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2023. He is struggling to reveal himself.
Slot and new sporting director Richard Hughes are said to be seriously tempted by the prospect of bringing Pedri to Anfield, and ironically Barcelona could look to fill Thiago’s void on a free transfer following his release.
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No doubt Slot and Hughes will have their eyes set on Liverpool’s future alongside the many high-profile stars who shone brightly during the Jurgen Klopp era. They have either reached the final stages of their careers or are just entering the second half of their careers.
Virgil van Dijk is a prime example of this, and the towering Dutch defender has proven to be a huge factor in the success they have enjoyed under Klopp.
However, the Reds captain will turn 33 this summer and despite having an excellent season this time around, it is clear he is not getting any younger.
As a result, Hughes and Slott are said to have already started working on their succession plans, with Eintracht Frankfurt defender William Pazzo as their main target.
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According to Bild, United are ready to open talks on a deal worth up to €60m (£51.3m) for the Ecuadorian.
And they claimed they could sweeten the deal by allowing the 22-year-old to officially join the Reds in the summer of 2025 after remaining on loan with the Bundesliga side next season.
Meanwhile, Van Dijk is attracting attention from several quarters amid claims that Liverpool may transfer him this summer.
Bayern Munich and upcoming Saudi side Al Qadisia are reportedly leading the chase.
Chelsea are exploring a shock move for the divisive former Arsenal star
Chelsea are exploring a shock deal to bring former Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny back to London amid claims Juventus are willing to sell the Pole for just €10m. (Toyouve)
Fenerbahce star Ferdi Kadioglu has said ‘yes’ to a move to Arsenal this summer. The Turkey international’s versatility, allowing him to play as a full-back, wing-back or winger, appeals to Mikel Arteta and Edu. (Devrim Zengi)
Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo is set to decide this summer whether to sign a new contract with the Spanish giants or move to the Premier League with Manchester United amid claims the Red Devils are in talks for his signature. (sports)
Tottenham and Bayern Munich have entered the race to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana following claims the Toffees will consider an offer for the Belgian international this summer. Arsenal and Barcelona are also among those interested. (various)
Galatasaray are stepping up their efforts to sign Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberg after the Dutch midfielder had a disappointing debut season at Anfield. (various)
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the exclusive news from TEAMtalk that Fluminense have made an official contract offer to Thiago Silva on his departure from Chelsea. However, the Brazilian would also have offers to remain in London with Fulham among those interested.
Jorge Mendes has opened talks over a deal to take Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes to Barcelona in a swap deal for Frenkie de Jong after the Portuguese admitted he would consider his Old Trafford future this summer. (nation)
LEEDS EYE EREDIVISIE DEFENSE AS LIAM COOPER HEIR
Southampton have joined Leeds United and Leicester City in the race to sign PEC Zwolle’s Anselmo Garcia McNulty. The 21-year-old, born in Spain, is a member of the Republic of Ireland Under-21 team. Leeds are eyeing the defender as a replacement for Liam Cooper, who is expected to leave. (like)
Newcastle are targeting a move for Fenerbahce’s Irfan Kabec, who has scored 18 goals and provided 12 assists in 45 games this season. But the Magpies are being urged to act quickly as Sevilla and Rennes are also interested in the attacking midfielder or winger. (Sozuku Gazeteshi)
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is targeting a summer reunion with Juventus winger Filip Kostic, 31, after coaching the Serbian star at Eintracht Frankfurt. (Calciomercato)
Chelsea have reportedly made Antonio Conte a lucrative offer in a bid to persuade him to replace Mauricio Pochettino this summer. The former Tottenham manager is also wanted by AC Milan and Napoli, while the Blues are also interested in Bologna boss Thiago Motta. (La Repubblica)
Benfica have agreed to pay a €6m (£5.1m) option to sign Manchester United full-back Alvaro Fernandes on a permanent deal, with the Spaniard now set to become the first player in the Sir Jim Ratcliffe era to officially leave. It will. (Abola)
Juventus are planning to make Atletico Madrid striker Alvaro Morata their third signing this summer. But that’s only if their bid to sign Joshua Zirkzy, who has been heavily linked with Arsenal, fails. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Barcelona’s Brazilian striker Vitor Roque has made it clear that he has no intention of leaving the Nou Camp even if he is on loan next season, with the defender claiming to have been a target of both Sevilla and Real Betis for the 2024/25 season. (Cadena SER)
Sporting CP are reportedly ready to sell Goncalo Inacio and Ousmane Diomande, while new Liverpool manager Arne Slott could opt for a centre-back. (record)
Arsenal bait Inter Milan with interchangeable striker
Arsenal are set to explore a possible deal for Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram this summer. However, this is only possible if they are unable to recruit starting player Joshua Zirkzy. The Gunners plan to offer 30 million euros for Gabriel Jesus, with the French striker scoring 14 goals in 43 games during his debut season at the San Siro. (various)
Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram and Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus could swap places
Barcelona are ready to push for Girona forward Pau Victor this summer after a successful loan season at Barca Athletic, with the Blaugrana having a purchase option worth just €3m. (Mundo Deportivo)
Real Madrid veteran Nacho Fernandes has reportedly toppled Carlo Ancelotti’s ranks and decided to leave this summer, apparently unhappy with the Italian’s selection decisions. (markka)
Al Arabi midfielder Marco Verratti could return to mainland Europe this summer after his client made an offer for the 31-year-old Italian midfielder to Barcelona. (Mundo Deportivo)
Villarreal are leading Everton and Wolves in the race to sign Werder Bremen winger Justin Nzinma this summer, with the player expected to replace former Aston Villa player Bertrand Traore, who is expected to leave at the end of his contract. (kicker)
Austrian Football Association president Klaus Mittedorfer expects Bayern Munich managerial target Ralf Rangnick to reject a move to the Bundesliga giants and remain as national team manager. (Sky Germany)
Real Madrid Castilla manager Raul González, who has been a target of both Bayer Leverkusen and Leeds United, is expected to join Hamburg this summer. (like)
Arsenal have finalized the signing of Joshua Zirkzee after Edu agreed to pay an asking price of €60m (£51m) for the Bologna forward’s head and offered the Gunners an “amazing figure” for the star. (Calciomercato)
