Arsenal's new No.9?! Sesko wants Gunners over Man Utd & Chelsea
RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has his heart set on a move to Arsenal this summer, despite interest from other Premier League teams.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United have all been credited with an interest in the Slovenian striker ahead of the summer transfer window, but The Mirror reports that the Gunners would be his first choice if a move were to materialise in the coming months.
Leipzig are prepared to sell Sesko, who turns 21 this week, should they receive an enticing enough offer. While his release clause is reportedly set at around €65 million (£55m/$70m), though it has been suggested the German side would accept around £45m ($57m).
Man City interested in Real Madrid's Rodrygo
According to Marca, Real Madrid star Rodrygo is a target for Manchester City, the reigning Premier League winners. According to the report, Pep Guardiola, the manager of Man City, is a fan of the Brazilian attacker's style of play and would be willing to include him in the team.
However, attracting him away from Real Madrid can prove to be an extremely difficult financial task. According to the report, in the unlikely event that Rodrygo requests to leave the team, Real Madrid will demand an enormous transfer fee of €170 million (including variables). The Brazilian international's contract was only extended by Los Blancos in November of last year until the summer of 2028.
Atletico Madrid emerge as surprise destination for Mason Greenwood
Manchester United's exiled striker Mason Greenwood is unlikely to remain at Old Trafford next season and one La Liga side are looking to snap him up.
As per a report by HITC, Atletico Madrid have now emerged as a potential destination for the 22-year-old and the Rojiblancos are looking to start talks with the player and United in case they do not terminate his contract this summer.
Crystal Palace in talks to sign Jobe Bellingham
🚨🔵🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Crystal Palace are in talks to sign Jobe Bellingham as one of their priority targets for the summer.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 30, 2024
Oliver Glasner wants him and Dougie Freedman is working to convince the player.
👀Other clubs including Brentford want Jobe, open race — as @jaydmharris calls. pic.twitter.com/uSRVdddgJk
Man Utd handed blow in hunt to bring in Everton's Branthwaite
Manchester United's chase for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite has taken a major blow due to the Toffees' evaluation of his value.
Man Utd's hunt for defensive stability after the departure of Raphael Varane from their ranks has led them to the Everton defender. However, as per The Independent, the Toffees hold a similar value for Branthwaite as Leicester City did for Harry Maguire in 2019 (£80m).
Saudi Arabia the likeliest destination for Real Betis' Nabil Fekir
🚨🔥 Nabil #Fekir is eager to land in Saudi Arabia this summer.
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) May 30, 2024
👀 #AlIttihad are the club that showed the most interest in the 🇫🇷 AM so far, but also #AlHilal and other 🇸🇦 teams are on his tracks.
💰 #RealBetis already set a price tag: ~€15/20m.🐓⚽ @_manudeolmedoo_ pic.twitter.com/ihzLHymsEZ
Kieran McKenna STAYS! Ipswich boss snubs Man Utd & Chelsea
Kieran McKenna has signed a long-term contract extension with newly-promoted Ipswich, putting an end to speculation surrounding his future.
The 38-year-old's decision to extend his stay at Portman Road comes despite interest from Manchester United and Chelsea. The Red Devils had been eyeing him as a possible replacement for Erik ten Hag, whose future remains up in the air, while Chelsea considered him after they sacked Mauricio Pochettino, though they appear set to snap up Enzo Maresca from Championship winners Leicester instead.
Lazio send formal contract proposal for Loun Tchaouna
🔵⚪️🇫🇷 Lazio have sent formal contract proposal to Loun Tchaouna, it will be valid until June 2028.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 30, 2024
Lazio plan to seal the deal next week by triggering €8m release clause, to anticipate one French club and one German club. pic.twitter.com/qVAecCV1Zl
Martinez set to extend with Inter before Copa America
🚨⭐ #Inter, no critical issue - at the moment - with Lautaro Martinez about his renewal, as he’s keen to extend his contract and stay at the ⚫🔵.
— Rudy Galetti (@RudyGaletti) May 30, 2024
🗣️ The 🇮🇹 champions aim to complete the discussion before the Copa America, which will begin on June 21st. 🐓⚽ #Transfers pic.twitter.com/PusiPFy3ua
City emerge as favourites to sign Guimaraes
Manchester City are reportedly leading the race to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimarães this summer. According to AS, City are keen to secure the services of the 26-year-old Brazilian, who has been on their radar since meeting with his representatives in January.
The midfielder's contract includes a release clause set at €115 million ($125m/£98m), but there are indications that Newcastle might be willing to negotiate a lower fee, potentially as low as €80 million (£68m/87m). This flexibility is driven by Newcastle's need to offload players to comply with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules. Liverpool are also interested in Guimarães as they look to bolster their midfield, but Manchester City currently appear to have the upper hand in the race to sign him.
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