LIVERPOOL are a few steps away from announcing the signing of Darwin Nunez as the Benfica ace is set to complete his medical today according to reports.
Which comes less than 24 hours after Manchester City officially unveiled Erling Haaland.
Pep Guardiola's side are also said to be ready to pounce for Barcelona wonderkid Gavi, with the midfielder yet to sign a new deal at the Nou Camp.
And Spurs have reportedly agreed a £25 million fee with Brighton for Mali ace Yves Bissouma.
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- Sam Dymond
Breaking: Kounde to undergo surgery
Chelsea transfer target Jules Kounde is to undergo surgery on a long-standing injury, it has been revealed.
The defender was subbed off at half-time in France's 1-0 Nations League defeat to Croatia last night, and afterwards Didier Deschamps announced that the 23-year-old required treatment.
“I knew very well his physical condition,” the French coach stated.
“As of tomorrow, he will have an intervention because he has a problem that dates back several months.”
While Kounde is expected to recuperate in time for pre-season, the news has cast doubt on the player's expected move to Stamford Bridge.
- Sam Dymond
Leeds ready to Roca roll
Leeds United have agreed personal terms with Marc Roca.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Elland Road outfit have settled on a four-year contract for the Bayern Munich midfielder, and are now preparing to negotiate further with the Spaniard's club.
The talks between Leeds and Bayern are understood to be progressing well, and a deal in the region of €15m appears likely.
Jesse Marsch is eager to bring in the 25-year-old Roca, who has made 24 appearances for the Bundesliga champions since joining from Espanyol in 2020.
- Sam Dymond
Martinelli confirms intention to stay
Gabriel Martinelli has seemingly dismissed speculation linking him with a move away from Arsenal.
The 20-year-old enjoyed an impressive breakthrough season in the Premier League, notching six goals and six assists in 29 appearances.
His performances caught the eye of many clubs across Europe, and it was feared they could tempt the winger away after the Gunners missed out on Champions League football.
However, in welcoming another young Brazilian to the club, he now appears to have indicated that his immediate future remains at the Emirates.
Acknowledging the signing of Marquinhos, Martinelli wrote on his Instagram story: “Welcome brother, we’re together.”
- Sam Dymond
Spurs agree fee for Bissouma
Tottenham are set to sign Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma after agreeing a £25m fee, according to The Times.
The 25-year-old, who has been a long-term target for the Londoners, has just 12 months remaining on his contract at the Amex.
Spurs are confident that they will now agree personal terms with the Mali international, and he could complete a medical by the end of the week.
Bissouma joined Brighton from Lille in 2018, and has gone on to make 124 appearances for the club.
- Sam Dymond
Hey Jude! Real want Bellingham
Real Madrid are desperate to land England teen sensation Jude Bellingham – and are willing to spend up to €100m on the midfielder.
The Ser report that the Champions League winners have already made contact with the representatives of the Borussia Dortmund star, and are hopeful that a deal can be completed.
Bellingham moves to the Bundesliga from Birmingham in 2020, and has developed into one of the brightest talents in the game.
At 18, he has already won 14 caps for his country, and looks set to be a mainstay of the Three Lions' midfield for many years to come.
- Sam Dymond
Nantes fancy Brice little earner
Ligue 1 club Nantes have made an approach to sign Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Brice Samba.
The Congolese stopper stunned the Premier League newcomers last week when it was revealed that he plans to leave the club.
The 28-year-old was the star of Forest's play-off success, making a string of fine saves in the semi-final against Sheffield United before his penalty shootout heroics.
However, Samba rejected the offer of a new contract at the City Ground, and hopes to return to France, where he has spent most of his career.
- Sam Dymond
Richarlison will cost Spurs £50m+
Everton have told Tottenham that they will have to pay in excess of £50m if they want to sign Richarlison.
That's according to The Telegraph, who report that Spurs have targeted the 25-year-old as the player they want to boost their forward line.
The Brazilian played a key role in helping the Toffees beat the drop in the Premier League last season, and has two years remaining on his Goodison Park contract.
In the circumstances, the Merseysiders believe they can slap the huge asking price on their star player.
Antonio Conte's men are currently thought to be the only side that have made an approach for Richarlison.
- Sam Dymond
Breaking: Blackburn Rovers appoint Tomasson
Championship club Blackburn Rovers have confirmed Jon Dahl Tomasson as their new head coach.
The former Newcastle, AC Milan and Denmark striker moves to Ewood Park on a three-year contract.
Tomasson replaces Tony Mowbray, who was told in April that he would be let go after five years in charge of the Lancashire outfit.
The 45-year-old Dane arrives having previously coached Malmo, who he led to successive Swedish titles as well as the Champions League group stage.
Speaking to the club's official website, Tomasson said: “I'm really proud and excited to be taking over as Head Coach of Blackburn Rovers – a club with a lot of tradition and also great ambition.
“We have a young team here, and also a great academy, and the owners have a clear vision, which is to develop players and become a sustainable Premier League club over time, so I’m really happy to be involved in this exciting new chapter for the club."
- Sam Dymond
Ray-an light for the Blues
Chelsea will move for Wolves defender Rayan Ait-Nouri once Marcos Alonso completes his move to Barcelona.
The Blues have been keeping tabs on the French U21 star since it became apparent that the club would face a defensive exodus this summer.
Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen have already confirmed their departures, and Alonso and Cesar Azpilicueta could also be heading for the Stamford Bridge exit door.
Alonso’s transfer would leave Thomas Tuchel with few options at left-back, particularly with Ben Chilwell having only just returned from an ACL injury.
And journalist Alan Nixon believes Chelsea have earmarked £25m rated Ait-Nouri – although they are likely to face competition from Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain.
- Sam Dymond
Leipzig want £100m for Nkunku
RB Leipzig have slapped a £100m price tag on Christopher Nkunku to ward off interest from Europe's biggest clubs this summer, according to The Independent.
The 24-year-old is in high demand after plundering 35 goals in all competitions last season for the German outfit, while weighing in with 19 assist for good measure.
Manchester United are said to be extremely keen on the Frenchman, who won his sixth cap last night.
However, Leipzig's extreme asking price may put off potential suitors for the Bundesliga's Player of the Year.
The Red Devils are still keen on a forward after missing out on Darwin Nunez to rivals Liverpool.
- Gary Stonehouse
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Aston Villa have ‘no intention’ of selling Danny Ings, report Sky Sports News.
The 29-year-old striker has been linked with a move to both Manchester United and Leeds United since the end of the season.
However, Steven Gerrard has dismissed the rumours, and indicated that Ings remains an integral part of his squad.
Meanwhile, Robert Lewandowski is poised to put pen to paper on a £175,000-per-week deal at Barcelona.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the 33-year-old will sign a three-year contract with the Catalans worth £27m.
Paris Saint-Germain had threatened to hijack the deal at the eleventh hour, but the Polish superstar is said to be loyal to the LaLiga giants.
Elsewhere, Premier League newcomers Bournemouth have contacted Liverpool about the possibility of taking Nat Phillips on loan for a second successive season.
The south coast outfit brought in the centre-back back in January, and he ended up playing a key role as the Cherries finished second in the Championship behind Fulham.
And now Scott Parker wants the 25-year-old to return to the Vitality to help them secure their status in the top-flight.
It was initially thought that Liverpool may be willing to allow Phillips to depart permanently, but reports last week suggested those at Anfield still see him as a long-term replacement to Joel Matip.
Finally, Marcos Alonso has reiterated his desire to leave Stamford Bridge this summer.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Spaniard is desperate to depart Chelsea in order to join Barcelona.
The left-back has already agreed personal terms with the LaLiga giants, and it’s now up to the club to agree a fee with Chelsea.
- Justin Lawrence
Bale's talents discussed
Gareth Bale isn't a world-class player anymore according to Chris Sutton.
Sutton told the BBC: "There will be Premier League clubs out there who will want him. But, after what happened last time at Spurs.
“He has been world-class player. He has been and he isn’t a world-class player now.”
- Justin Lawrence
Juventus legend confirms LA switch
Juventus legend Giorgio Chiellini has signed with Los Angeles FC.
The 37-year-old spent 17 years with Juve, but will join the American side for the 2023 season, he revealed on Twitter.
Chiellini wrote: “I felt very strongly about this new chapter in my career and I’m grateful to LAFC for this opportunity.
“I’m thankful for all my years with Juventus and I’m looking forward to winning many more trophies in Los Angeles.”
- Justin Lawrence
Two for one deal
Tottenham are reportedly planning to offer Everton two players in exchange for Richarlison.
The pair of Spurs hope to entice Everton with are Lucas Moura and Harry Winks, according to The Telegraph.
Howeever, Spurs still have to ward off interest from Man United who also want the Brazilian.
- Justin Lawrence
Boca Juniors track Rodriguez
James Rodriguez is reportedly being tracked by Boca Juniors.
Rodriguez left Everton for Al Rayyan last September.
But South American side Boca are keen on bringing him back to his native continent, according to journalist Adrian Magnoli.
- Justin Lawrence
Italian clubs track Mari
Arsenal defender Pablo Mari is being tracked by AC Milan and Lazio, reports claim.
Mari made waves in the Serie A last season while on loan with Udinese.
And Milan view him as the ideal man to marshal their defence if they miss out on Sven Botman.
Likewise, Lazio will turn to Mari if they fail to land Alessio Romagnoli, according to Corriere dello Sport.
- Justin Lawrence
Matic arrives in Italy
Nemanja Matic has landed in Italy ahead of his free transfer move from Manchester United to Roma.
He is due to reunite with former Chelsea and United manager Jose Mourinho in the capital city for a third time.
Matic was pictured arriving at Ciampino’s airport in Rome earlier today, where he was only too happy to wave for the camera.
And he also signed autographs for fans waiting for his arrival ahead of putting pen-to-paper on his Roma contract.
The veteran is now due to undergo the formalities of a medical before officially joining last season’s Europa Conference League winners.
- Justin Lawrence
Nunez comparisons made
Liverpool-bound striker Darwin Nunez is a mix of Edinson Cavani and Luis Suarez, according to former Benfica team-mate Adel Taarabt.
Taarabt told talkSPORT: “Darwin has a mix of Cavani and Suarez, he can jump, he can go behind, for me he’s a mix of both.
“I mean 34 goals, six in the Champions League, two against Barcelona, Bayern Munich and two against Liverpool and he’s 22-years-old.
“So the most important thing is he keeps his head and he’s focused and I think the only thing [problem] that could happen for him in Liverpool is the language barrier.”
- Justin Lawrence
City win race for youngster
Man City are reportedly on the verge of signing Le Havre's defender Isaak Touré.
The 19-year-old will complete his transfer to City in the next few days, according to L'Equipe.
But the centre-back will be shipped out on loan to Troyes next season, the report adds.
City beat Lyon and Marseille to sign the youngster, it was also revealed.
- Justin Lawrence
Mane urged to join Bayern
Sadio Mane has been urged to join Bayern Munich by his Senegal international boss Aliou Cisse.
Cisse said: "Bayern is intensity, pressure football with a German coach. Sadio played in Salzburg in Austria which is a border country, and that means he is not going into unknown territory.
"For me, the club where he will feel the best is Bayern."
- Justin Lawrence
Prem giants tail Gavi
Liverpool and Man City are keen on signing Barcelona star Gavi.
His contract ends in summer 2023 and he's yet to pen a new deal with the Spanish giants.
And the Reds and rivals City hope they can sway him away from the Nou Camp, according to Sport.
- Justin Lawrence
City set Silva price
Barcelona will reportedly have to fork out a whopping £80m to sign Man City ace Bernardo Silva.
This will be a huge blow for the Blaugrana who could've forked out £70m for him last season, according to The Mirror.
But their indecisiveness has cost them as the Cityzens have bumped up the midfielder's price by £10m after a stellar campaign at the Etihad.
- Justin Lawrence
Man United target’s transfer price
Man United are at risk of being priced out a move for Christopher Nkunku.
RB Leipzig have reportedly slapped a £100m tag on Nkunku, who wants to stay with the club this summer, according to The Express.
The news will be a huge blow to United and Arsenal who have been chasing the 24-year-old.
- Justin Lawrence
Spurs urged to sign Eriksen
Dejan Kulusevski has urged Tottenham to sign Christian Eriksen.
He said: "He is someone who is good at lubricating the system, keeping the ball in the team and will be able to make sure that Tottenham dominate.
“He has killer passes and a very good set piece.
“In addition, he clearly loves to play football.
“The club gets a dedicated player who does not have a giant ego, but who does his best for the team.”
- Justin Lawrence
Bernd Leno transfer interest
Several clubs including Fulham are interested in Arsenal keeper Bernd Leno, his agent confirmed.
His agent Joannis Koukoutrigas told Bild: "Yes, Fulham is trying hard to get Bernd. Very professionally. This is also true for some other clubs and shows his status.
“But, as I said, for me he is the No.1 at Arsenal and we are therefore also relaxed.”
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