Newcastle make £15m offer for Arsenal's Ramsdale
Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has reportedly caught Newcastle United's eye and the Magpies will try to complete the signing of the Arsenal backup this summer.
It has been reported by The Telegraph, that Eddie Howe, who has worked with Ramsdale at Bournemouth, is keen to bring the 26-year-old to St. James' Park to provide direct competition to Nick Pope in goal. The deal would reportedly cost the club just north of £15 million ($19m) with Arsenal happy to sell the keeper this summer.
Luka Modric wants to stay at Real Madrid
🚨⚪️ Luka Modrić has informed Real Madrid of his desire to stay at the club and sign new contract.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 17, 2024
It’s not about the salary, Modrić told Real Madrid of his intention to stay.
Modrić has rejected already two big proposals to wait for Real.
Up to Real Madrid now. 🇭🇷 pic.twitter.com/xJNZLZunr8
Thiago set for Liverpool exit - Girona plot summer move
Thiago Alcantara is set to leave Liverpool after four years at Anfield and La Liga side Girona may be set to sign the Spaniard this summer.
Relevo have reported that Girona, who surprised the footballing world this season by piling the pressure on Real Madrid and Barcelona in the title race in Spain, are looking to sign the Spaniard this summer and have already contacted his entourage to examine the potential of the move. The Catalan side have confirmed their presence in next season's Champions League group stage and are considering adding the midfielder ahead of their bow in Europe's premier club competition.
Everton offer update on Dele future as contract nears end
Everton have released an update on the future of Dele Alli as he approaches the end of his current contract this month.
The Toffees have confirmed that the former England international will remain at the club after next month, despite his contract expiring in June. Dele is currently recovering from a groin injury and will continue to do so at Everton, as the club look to ensure his rehabilitation is not impacted by the contract situation.
Arne Slot formally signs contract with Liverpool
🚨🔴 Arne Slot formally signs his contract as new Liverpool head coach today, all documents are in place.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 17, 2024
The official announcement will follow with #LFC desired timing.
Work permit still pending for some of his staff members and then it will be all sealed. pic.twitter.com/246v1kWIIG
Villarreal warn Villa to stay away from Baena
Villarreal president Fernando Roig has warned Aston Villa to keep their hands off Alex Baena. The 22-year-old midfielder has emerged as a key target for Villa manager Unai Emery, who is looking to reinforce his squad ahead of their Champions League campaign next season.
"Baena is a player for Villarreal in the coming years, we are betting heavily on Baena," Roig told Diario AS. "I think that in the coming seasons, he will still grow and be a better player. Baena is a great player.
"We do not talk about hypotheses or the future, we are not in that right now (on Villa interest). The important thing is that Baena is a player who has grown a lot at Villarreal, and my intention is for him to continue growing here. Although I always say that there are three parties, and that if all three parties agree, it can always be closed. But right now it is not an issue we are working on."
Baena, who has a contract with Villarreal until June 2028, has a release clause set at €60 million.
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