LIVERPOOL are reportedly ready to make a £43m bid for Barcelona wonderkid Gavi if he turns down a new contract.
Such an offer would meet the 17-year-old's current release clause, obliging the Catalans to sell.
However, the expectations in Spain are that the midfielder will sign a new deal to remain at the Nou Camp.
Meanwhile Sadio Mane is said to be ready to agree terms with Bayern Munich as soon as the Germans agree a fee with Liverpool.
And Juventus have reportedly scheduled new contracts for free agent Paul Pogba as they step up their pursuit on luring him back to Turin.
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- Dylan Terry
Blues legend to join board?
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is reportedly considering adding a former player to the club's board.
Boehly led the consortium who purchased Chelsea for £4.25billion and he wants to reshape the hierarchy.
The Daily Mail are claiming that a former Chelsea player could be put in a position of power.
Blues legend Petr Cech is already working behind the scenes as a technical and performance advisor.
He is believed to have worked closely with director Marina Granovskaia and chairman Bruce Buck in helping to identify and complete transfers.
- Dylan Terry
Tevez retirement eclipsed by Messi
It is somehow fitting that when Carlos Tevez announces his retirement, the news is overshadowed by Lionel Messi scoring five for Argentina.
The emergence of Messi had a profound effect on the career of Tevez.
Check out Tim Vickery's piece below on the former Man Utd and Man City striker's career and how it was eclipsed by fellow Argentine Messi.
- Dylan Terry
Bellerin keen for Betis move
Hector Bellerin wants to leave Arsenal and return to Real Betis permanently this summer, reports claim.
The 27-year-old played for the La Liga side on loan this season as they won the Copa del Rey.
And Bellerin want to make his move there permanent, claims journalist Fabrizio Romano.
He reports that the player has zero intentions of playing for the Gunners again.
However a transfer to Manuel Pellegrini's side may prove difficult due to financial reasons.
Bellerin is a boyhood Real Betis fan and after playing his last home match at the club he was in tears on the pitch.
- Dylan Terry
Liverpool join Man Utd in Nunez race
Liverpool have joined Manchester United in the race to sign Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, according to reports.
The Reds are chasing a forward this summer with Sadio Mane set to leave.
Boss Jurgen Klopp admires £68million-rated Nunez having seen his side come up against him in the Champions League last season.
According to The Times, Liverpool hold an interest in the 22-year-old but are not willing to break the bank to sign him.
Benfica are hoping to use interest in Nunez to spark a bidding war.
Nunez is believed to covet Champions League football next season which could hand Liverpool the edge over United.
- Dylan Terry
Man Utd keen to secure De Jong
Manchester United are reportedly pushing on in their attempts to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
The Dutchman has been heavily linked with a move away from the Nou Camp this summer.
And a reunion with new Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag has been muted, with Mundo Deportivo the latest to report a potential transfer.
However, the stumbling block remains De Jong's desire to play in the Champions League.
Man Utd will play their European football in the Europa League next season.
- Dylan Terry
Juve close in on new De Ligt deal
Manchester United and Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt as the Italian giants are reportedly close to agreeing a new deal.
The centre-back, 22, has a contract until 2024 with the Serie A club.
Speaking about his future, De Ligt said: “There are talks ongoing between me and Juventus.
“Once the right moment arrives, I will decide to extend or to look further.”
- Dylan Terry
Jesus agrees terms with Arsenal
Arsenal have agreed terms with Manchester City forward Gabriel Jesus, according to reports.
The Brazilian has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates this summer.
And now Football Insider are reporting that Arsenal have agreed terms which would see Jesus secure a "major pay rise".
A fee between the two clubs still needs to be agreed, but contact has been made by Arsenal.
- Dylan Terry
Ronaldo's choice to stay at United, says Santos
Portugal boss Fernando Santos says Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Manchester United is "his choice".
The 37-year-old is seemingly set to stay at Old Trafford this summer despite last season's poor Premier League finish.
And Santos said: "I’ve said it many times, Cristiano is the best player in the world.
“The choice to stay at Manchester United is his choice, it’s not for me to say.
“It’s a personal choice. What I do know is that there are few who have the opportunity to play for Manchester United.”
- Dylan Terry
One of their own
Man Utd have sent scouts to watch Flamengo youngster Joao Gomes, according to reports.
The Red Devils are aiming to bolster their squad following the arrival of new boss Erik ten Hag.
Talent spotters were sent to Brazil to evaluate midfielder Joao Gomes.
But according to ESPN, scouts came away more impressed by one of United's OWN players.
Andreas Pereira has spent the bulk of the last two years out on loan, first at Lazio and then at Flamengo.
He has impressed with the latter and is due back at United for pre-season next month.
- Dylan Terry
Premier League fixture announcement
The Premier League fixtures for next season will be announced at 9am on Thursday 16 June.
The season has been adjusted to accommodate the World Cup in Qatar 2022.
There will be a six-week break in the middle of the domestic season for the tournament.
- Dylan Terry
Premier League fixture announcement
The Premier League fixtures for next season will be announced at 9am on Thursday 16 June.
The season has been adjusted to accommodate the World Cup in Qatar 2022.
There will be a six-week break in the middle of the domestic season for the tournament.
- Dylan Terry
Man Utd move for Mount?
Mason Mount has been waiting on a new Chelsea contract “for months” amid interest from Manchester United.
According to Italian reporter Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea want to open contract talks with Mount “as soon as possible”.
The West Londoners view agreeing an extension as a “key move” this summer.
Romano adds that the situation isn’t “urgent”, however, as Mount’s current deal does still possess two more years.
New Man United boss Erik ten Hag is keen on the attacking midfielder.
The Red Devils’ interest has been noted by Mount’s camp, although sealing an improved deal at Stamford Bridge is likely to be the priority.
- Etienne Fermie
Morning football fans
Sadio Mane has hinted he may be about to snub Bayern Munich’s interest in favour of his boyhood club.
The forward has reinforced his love for Marseille in an interview after Senegal’s fixture against Benin.
Mane scored a hat-trick in his nation’s 3-1 win, and was predictably asked about his future at club level.
Departing Manchester United ace Nemanja Matic is close to a move to Jose Mourinho’s Roma.
Matic is set to leave United as a free agent once his contract expires on June 30 and he looks set to reunite with Mourinho for a THIRD time.
Raheem Sterling could run down his Manchester City contract to 2023 as Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham hover.
The England attacker wants more regular starts but champions City have just signed strikers Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez.
Etihad chiefs value Sterling at £60million but he’d go for free next summer if he declined a new deal.
City chiefs have held talks with the 27-year-old over a new contract.
But he’s reluctant to agree anything while he’s in and out of the side.
It’s also claimed the former Liverpool hero wants his weekly £300,000 pay increased.
- Jon Boon
Newcastle join Grimaldo chase
Newcastle United are the latest side linked with a move for Spanish defender Alex Grimaldo.
The Benfica left-back is said to be a target for Arsenal and Barcelona this summer.
But now Eddie Howe's side have thrown their hat in the ring to try and lure the defender to the Toon.
A Bola believe that mega-rich Newcastle will challenge their Premier League rivals for Grimaldo's signature.
- Jon Boon
Isco move
Real Madrid star Isco wants to join Jose Mourinho at Roma, according to reports.
Calciomercato are reporting that the attacking midfielder has enlisted the services of super agent Jorge Mendes to find him a new cub, after falling out of favour under Carlo Ancelotti.
The 30-year-old has struggled to find any suitors in Spain – with Real Betis, Valencia and Sevilla all going cold on a deal for the winger.
But, Mourinho may be the one who could help Isco rejuvenate his career.
- Jon Boon
Tomori to stay in Serie A
England defender Fikayo Tomori has absolutely no plans on leaving Serie A anytime soon.
The ex-Chelsea star has taken like a duck to water to Italian football – winning the league with AC Milan this season.
MilanNews.it report that Tomori and his entourage have already agreed to a contract extension.
It means a pay rise and a £2.5million-per-season net salary for the centre half, as well as an extension of that contract until 2027.
- Jon Boon
Ten Hag a big pull for De Jong
Erik ten Hag could be the difference in attracting Dutch ace Frenkie de Jong to Man Utd,
The pair worked together at Ajax, where de Jong came through the ranks.
And journo Pete O’Rourke believes that would be the big factor in de Jong choosing Old Trafford.
“I think obviously it would be a big factor in him going to Manchester United would be to work with Erik ten Hag again,” O’Rourke told GIVEMESPORT.
They had great success at Ajax, so I am sure that would be in his thinking if he was to leave Barcelona this summer.
“De Jong has come out and said he is happy in Barcelona and would like to stay, but that might change due to Barcelona’s financial issues and their other transfer targets.”
- Jon Boon
Kolasinac unwanted
Marseille are reportedly looking to offload former Arsenal left-back Sead Kolasinac just months after joining the Ligue 1 outfit.
The Gunners ripped up the 28-year-old's contract in January to allow him to join the French club after being deemed as surplus to requirements by Mikel Arteta.
He penned a contract at Stade Velodrome until the summer of 2023, but he could now already be on the move.
Kolasinac appeared in 17 games in all competitions for Marseille, but didn't complete the 90 minutes in any match.
And according to Foot Mercato, boss Jorge Sampaoli has been left unimpressed by his performances.
- Jon Boon
Matic's reunion with Mourinho
Departing Manchester United ace Nemanja Matic is close to a move to Jose Mourinho's Roma.
Matic is set to leave United as a free agent once his contract expires on June 30 and he looks set to reunite with Mourinho for a THIRD time.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano tweeted: "Nemanja Matić’s [sic] set to join AS Roma on a free transfer, as per [Gianluca Di Marzio].
"Deal set to be completed after his official decision to leave Man Utd.
"Matic will be AS Roma’s second signing after Mile Svilar – both are joining as free agents."
- Jon Boon
Mane's Marseille hint
Sadio Mane has hinted he may be about to snub Bayern Munich's interest in favour of his boyhood club.
The forward has reinforced his love for Marseille in an interview after Senegal's fixture against Benin.
Mane scored a hat-trick in his nation's 3-1 win, and was predictably asked about his future at club level.
The inquest comes after it was reported that the star would be looking to leave Liverpool after six years at Anfield.
Mane has 120 goals for the Reds, including a pair of big goals in this season's Champions League semi-finals.
- Jon Boon
Sterling contract
Raheem Sterling could run down his Manchester City contract to 2023 as Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham hover.
The England attacker wants more regular starts but champions City have just signed strikers Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez.
Etihad chiefs value Sterling at £60million but he'd go for free next summer if he declined a new deal.
City chiefs have held talks with the 27-year-old over a new contract.
But he's reluctant to agree anything while he's in and out of the side.
I's also claimed the former Liverpool hero wants his weekly £300,000 pay increased.
- Jon Boon
Bergwijn wants out
Steven Bergwijn has admitted that he wants to leave Tottenham this summer.
And a move to Ajax could be on the cards, after being frozen out in North London.
When speaking to Dutch outlet AD, Bergwijn said: "I just need to go play. I want to leave Spurs now, that's for sure.
"Is it important that my new club plays in the Champions League? That's not my top priority. It would be nice, but what's important is that I'm going to play."
- Jon Boon
Pique retirement hope
Barcelona are hoping Gerard Pique will announce his retirement next summer to save them money following his shock split with Shakira.
That's according to RAC1, who claim Barca would prefer it if Pique rolled credits on his celebrated career in 2023 to save themselves €80million (£70m) in wages over the next two seasons.
The centre-back has a contract with the Blaugrana that runs until 2024 and is one of the club's highest-paid players.
But the 35-year-old has deferred his salary multiple times in the last three years to help his financially-stricken team cope with the economic impact of COVID-19.
The former Spain international was also one of the first Barcelona players to take a pay-cut, which helped the Catalan giants register new signings.
This comes after Pique's 11-year relationship with Shakira came to an end after the pop star announced their separation.
- Jon Boon
Gavi's Barça deal
Gavi is widely-regarded as one of Europe's most talented youngsters having burst onto the scene during the 2021-22 season.
He chipped in with two goals and six assists in 47 games in all competitions, with his stunning form seeing him become Spain's youngest ever international.
But with his contract at the Camp Nou to expire in 2023, the midfielder has been linked with a move away from Catalonia.
Manchester United are known to be admirers of the youngster as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his midfield.
- Alex Cole
Richarlison and Vinicius Jr scrap in training
Brazil team-mates Richarlison and Vinicius Jr has to be SEPARATED during training following a heated altercation.
The pair almost came to blows on Saturday during a training session ahead of the Selacao's friendly with Japan on Monday.
But their intervention appeared to further enrage Richarlison, who grimaced as Neymar put his hands around his neck.
Cooler heads eventually prevailed after the pair were dragged apart and went their separate ways.
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