Manchester United are favorites to sign Karim Benzema thanks to their new CEO, Arsenal are vying to sign the £53m midfielder and Chelsea are in line for a global superstar, according to strong reports in Italy. They say they will break the transfer record to do this.
Manchester United’s new favorite player to confirm Karim Benzema’s signature
Manchester United are ‘leading the race’ to sign Karim Benzema on a temporary deal this month, all thanks to the recent appointment of Omar Berrada as their new chief executive.
The legendary striker moved to Saudi Arabia last summer, signing an exorbitant deal with Al-Ittihad that will see the 36-year-old earn a whopping £2million per week and make him one of the highest-paid sportsmen in the world. Yes.
But like many other celebrities who have moved to the Gulf states, Benzema He feels he has seen enough and is looking for a way out and a return to mainland Europe amid claims he regrets his decision to leave Real Madrid and move to the Saudi Professional League.
As a result, it was revealed on Tuesday that Benzema has been given permission to leave if a deal is reached that covers at least part of his considerable wages.
A return to the Bernabeu is not an option, but it was reported on Tuesday that Benzema is considering one of three options with Lyon, the club where Benzema started his career. To finance the move.
But the rivalry between Arsenal and Chelsea, which we revealed on Tuesday, is also fierce. They have made it clear their intention to sign a striker with 450 goals.
Omar Berrada prepares to move to Manchester United to sign superstar striker
L’Equipe, providing an update on his future, reports that Lyon ruled him out themselves as they deemed his wages too high. And with his only destination being the Premier League, it will not be decided which club will win the race to sign him.
Now a French newspaper has given the frame a surprising new name. Manchester United.
And they make a strong argument that Berrada, as the recently appointed CEO, offers a significant advantage in recruiting him. The former Manchester City chairman is described as having very close links with Al Ittihad officials.
United are desperate to protect Rasmus Hojlund and add a new striker who can compete and have mentioned Eric Choupo-Moting for a move to Old Trafford.
However, such a deal would be difficult to pull off and Erik Ten Hag and Co may decide that a move for Benzema would be easier. Although it costs more.
L’Equipe is confident United can land a deal to bring in the 97-capped striker and has concluded that Berrada ‘could lure’ Benzema to United. Benzema is a ‘very strong option’ to sign Benzema.
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Arsenal’s big summer move for Martin Zubimendi
Arsenal have not reached an agreement to sign Martin Zuvimendi this month but are planning to pursue his signature this summer. However, they will face stiff competition from Bayern Munich for the Real Sociedad midfielder, who has a €60m (£53m) transfer clause in his contract. . (Fabrizio Romano)
The Gunners are willing to spend €75m (€64m) to sign FC Porto striker Evanilsson this summer. (various)
Tottenham are keen to sign Joshua Zirkzee and are willing to spend up to €50m (£42.7m) to sign him from Bologna this summer. (Tutomercato)
Manchester United outcast Mason Greenwood has made it clear to his agents that the chance to play for Barcelona is a ‘dream come true’ and he would be delighted at the opportunity to move there. (sports)
Manchester City are looking to sign 17-year-old central defender Pau Cubarsi, who is attracting attention from Barcelona’s youth ranks. (like)
Newcastle defender Jamaal Lascelles is ‘very close’ to completing a move to Turkey with Besiktas. His contract at St James’ Park expires this summer and the Black Stars would pay a small fee to sign him now. (various)
Kylian Mbappe’s next club has been revealed to be Real Madrid, with the PSG superstar reaching an agreement and club icon Ronaldo also slipping in, with the Frenchman expected to play for Los Blancos.. (Hadrien Grenier)
Everton are looking to sign a Brazilian winger
Real Betis star Borja Iglesias is very likely to sign a loan deal with Bayer Leverkusen until the end of the season, while RB Leipzig are keen to sign the La Liga side’s €20m-rated winger Luis Enrique. (various)
Everton also want Enrique but cannot afford the price Betis are asking for him. (ABC Seville)
Tottenham are keen to sign Hertha Berlin’s teenage midfielder Boris Mamzuah Lum, who is attracting interest from Bayern Munich and Ajax. (build)
Newcastle have rejected Bayern Munich’s firm €15m (£12.9m) bid for Kieran Trippier, making it clear they have no plans to sell the England international. (build)
Al Hilal midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic has revealed his desire to leave the Saudi Pro League club and told teammates he would like to re-sign with Lazio. (by daily message)
Al Nasr are preparing a bold double strike against Manchester United to sign Casemiro and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in a move that could cost them millions at Old Trafford. (various)
RB Leipzig wing-back Angelino, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray, has agreed personal terms with Roma ahead of a January move. (Sky Italy)
Aston Villa are hoping to sign Belgian midfielder Mandela Keita from OH Leuven to fill the void left in the squad following Leander Dendoncker’s move to Naples.. (Het Laatste Nieuwsblad)
Chelsea are ready to break records and collect huge Osimhen exit fee
Chelsea have made it clear to Victor Osimhen’s agent that they plan to trigger his release clause this summer, according to strong reports in Italy. The clause was set at a whopping €130m (£111m), making the signing of the Napoli striker a new club record. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Tottenham winger Bryan Gil has received a surprise offer to stay in the Premier League with two unnamed teams amid claims he could leave the N17 this month. Fioretina and Lazio are also interested. (Coriedello Sports)
Jakub Kiwi has admitted it’s “definitely nice” to see his name linked with moves to AC Milan and Roma, but insisted he’s happy to remain at Arsenal this month. (Super Express)
Former Roma manager Jose Mourinho turned down an offer from Saudi professional league club Al-Shabaab and now appears ready to remain in Italy and accept an offer to coach Napoli. (ESPN)
Atletico Madrid have confirmed the signing of Rapid Bucharest goalkeeper Horatio Moldovan for a fee of just €1m. They also hope to bring in Moise Kean and Arthur Vermeeren (the latter for a package worth €27m) in the coming days. (markka)
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid’s Javi Gallan and Ivo Grbic will be loaned out to Real Sociedad and Sheffield United for the remainder of the season. (Estadio Deportivo)
Lille have made it clear they have no plans to sign Lenny Yoro this month amid growing interest from PSG, with Liverpool and Manchester United both keeping an eye on the teenager, who is rated at €80 million.. (Fabrizio Romano)
