Liverpool are pushing for an exciting €80m duo to start a new era at Anfield, Arsenal are set to lodge an offer for the teenage Barcelona star and Manchester United’s chances of signing France’s best striker have suffered a major setback. Yes.
Federico Chiesa signs to open post-Klopp era at Liverpool
Liverpool have a golden opportunity to sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus this summer, with reports in Italy claiming the Reds have opened talks and claims Juventus have set the right price for their star winger.
The Merseysiders are preparing for a major summer shake-up with Jurgen Klopp leaving Anfield and appointing not only a new manager but a new sporting director to take with him.
Additionally, United are also likely to say goodbye to talismanic star Mo Salah, who could once again be the subject of a big-money approach from Saudi Arabia.
Either way, plans have been made for a successor to the Egyptian and now reports in Italy suggest Liverpool are in talks for Chiesa, who is often mentioned as a possible successor.
The 26-year-old can play on either wing and has eight goals and one assist in 19 appearances so far this season.
But with just one year left on his current deal, La Gazzetta dello Sport claim Juve have made clear their plans to let him go this summer and will demand a price of at least €40m (£34.2m) for him.
That’s well within Liverpool’s budget and FSG are reportedly keen to finalize his deal as quickly as possible, regardless of who their new coach ultimately becomes.
According to reports, Juve are planning to sell another winger in Matthias Soller this summer, with Adrien Rabiot also likely to leave.
The list of three replacements in midfield and attack includes Atalanta’s Teun Kupmeiners, Bologna’s Lewis Ferguson, Genoa’s Albert Gudmundsson and Lazio’s former West Ham winger Felipe Anderson.
Liverpool want Brazilian talent as part of explosive double deal
The Reds will not stop at just a €40 million deal for Chiesa and are reportedly stepping up their plans to sign Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras as well.
The teenage star has been branded the ‘next Kylian Mbappe’ after his standout performances at the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A, where he was praised as one of his country’s generational talents.
Liverpool scouts have been tracking him for months and now journalist Jorge Nicola says Merseysiders officials have officially submitted a €35m – €40m (£30m – £34.2m) bid for the 18-year-old attacking midfielder’s services. claimed. Soon.
To boost their chances, officials from the Premier League giants have also reportedly visited Guillerme’s home to try to make a deal more likely.
Chelsea and Bayern Munich are also tracking the Palmeiras star, but hopes are thought to be growing that Liverpool can now be in the driver’s seat and secure his signature.
Guilherme has made 32 appearances for Sao Paulo so far and is yet to register a goal or assist. Nonetheless, Liverpool are reportedly hoping to finalize his and Chiesa’s contracts as quickly as possible so the next manager can get a head start on his plans for next season.
Barcelona have been told to sign Amadou Onana
Outgoing Barcelona manager Xavi Hernández has named Everton midfielder and Arsenal target Amadou Onana as his ideal No. 6 ahead of the summer transfer window, but accepting a move will not be easy. (Soccer Spain)
Jean-Clair Todibo reportedly prefers a return to Barcelona this summer before moving to Manchester United as he feels his work at the Nou Camp is not yet done. (90 minutes)
Liverpool and Manchester United are set to battle it out to appoint Simone Inzaghi as Inter Milan manager this summer. (Tuto Sports)
Newcastle and Crystal Palace have been told that Juventus are willing to sell Argentine winger Matias Soule for a fee of around €30m (£25.7m) this summer. Southampton are also keen to see if they can gain promotion back to the Premier League. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Tottenham will compete with Arsenal, Atletico Madrid and Borussia Dortmund to sign Besiktas teenage striker Semi Kiliksoj, who has scored nine goals and assists in his last 10 games. (various)
Roma will wait until the end of the season to discuss a permanent deal for Romelu Lukaku, forcing Chelsea to lower their demands for a sale. (Soccer Italy)
Manchester City are ready to sign star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne this summer as he enters the final year of his contract amid interest from Saudi Arabia and Major League Soccer. The Cityzens have set a price and identified the Belgian’s preferred €100m-valued heir. (various)
Arsenal are chasing the teenage Barcelona defender in a €20 million deal.
Arsenal are chasing Barcelona’s teenage Senegalese defender Mika Pay. He starred in the reserve team but could leave for a fee of around €20m (£17.1m). (Mundo Deportivo)
Bayern Munich will turn Eric Dier’s loan move into a permanent deal for €6 million this summer after he impressed club chiefs and despite the fact that the stuttering Bundesliga champions have already decided to part ways with manager Thomas Tuchel. I decided to do it. (build)
Barcelona remain keen on a move to appoint Roberto De Zerbi as their new manager but have told the Italian they will not pay the €10m-€15m exit clause in his contract to move him from Brighton. (sports)
Nigeria captain William Troost-Ekong says he ‘knows’ where Chelsea, Arsenal and PSG target Victor Osimhen will play his football next season after confirming he will leave Naples for a fee worth well over €100m. (Sky Italy)
Former Wolves midfielder Ruben Neves claims he almost joined Barcelona and Arsenal before moving to Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal for €55 million. (sports)
It has been reported that Zinedine Zidane is open to a return to coaching and could return to Italy next season to replace Max Allegri at former club Juventus. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Real Madrid have agreed personal terms with superstar left-back Alphonso Davies ahead of his summer move from Bayern Munich. (Athletic)
Manchester United take a huge hit in their pursuit of Mattis Tell
Manchester United have seen their hopes of signing Sir Jim Ratcliffe target Matthijs Tell fade after Bayern Munich met with his agent to discuss a potential new contract and promise of playing time at the Allianz Arena. (Fabrizio Romano)
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The Premier League is believed to be the ‘most likely destination’ for Lille forward Jonathan David this summer due to links with Italian and Spanish clubs. Manchester United and Tottenham are both mentioned as suitors for the Canadian forward. (Soccer Spain)
Barcelona are eyeing Lazio’s on-loan goalkeeper Luis Maximiano as a potential replacement for Marc-Andre ter Stegen this summer. This is because there are claims that the German will be the target of a major approach by the Saudi professional league. (Mundo Deportivo)
Napoli star Kviza Kvaratskelia’s agent has revealed that the winger has received offers from PSG this summer as he looks to replace Kylian Mbappe, who departs. Barcelona are also keen, but likely do not have the funds needed for a deal. (Coriedello Sports)
Real Madrid have been inundated with offers for several high-profile stars amid claims that at least one major star could be forced to leave, with some believing Kylian Mbappe’s deal could go through this summer. (like)
Barcelona are seeking to extend the contract and release clause of teenage central defender Pau Cubarsi, amid claims that various Premier League clubs are seeking to meet the €10m exit clause in the 17-year-old’s current contract. (various)
Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to strengthen their striker ranks this summer and could bring in lethal Eintract Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush. (build)
