PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are reportedly ready to sell Neymar.
The Brazilian has been at the club for five years, but sporting director Luis Campos is said to have rubber-stamped the decision to allow him to leave for the right price.
Meanwhile, Man Utd's pursuit of Frenkie de Jong has hit a snag, with the Barcelona star reportedly wanting to join Man City.
Sadio Mane has been pictured in a Bayern Munich shirt for the first time after arriving for a medical and is expected to be announced soon.
Meanwhile, Premier League clubs could be put on red alert with Toni Kroos considering leaving Real Madrid, according to reports from Spain.
The German international is said to be concerned that he will not be able to play regularly in future following the acquisitions of Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni.
And Newcastle have completed the signing of Nick Pope from Burnley.
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Marina Granovskaia leaves
Chelsea have confirmed the departure of sporting director Marina Granovskaia.
The Blues' new owner Todd Boehly will fill Granovskaia's role until a full-time replacement is appointed.
However, the two parties will still keep in touch until the end of the summer transfer window.
Chelsea released the following statement: "Chelsea FC and Ms. Granovskaia have agreed that she will remain available to Boehly and the Club for the duration of the current transfer window, to the extent required to support the transition”
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Kylian Mbappe rejected
Chelsea once sensationally turned down the opportunity to sign Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe because of concerns about his defensive abilities.
Mbappe went on trial for the Blues when he was 12 years old and spent a week at their Cobham training ground but was only invited back for a second trial at the end of it, rather than being offered a contract.
That infuriated the now 23-year-old's mum, who gave them an ultimatum via former scout Serge Daniel Boga.
Boga told Goal: "She said to me, 'listen, my boy won't be coming back. If they want him they have to take him now, or in five years time they will be coming back to buy him for €50million (£45m)'."
Boga added: "He was very skilful, but in England they want to see the player track back and be a hard worker.
"At the time, he wasn't a hard worker, defensively he wasn't there yet. When he got the ball, he was unbelievable, but without the ball, he didn't work a lot.
"Chelsea wanted to see him again to see how he could improve on this – I think that's why they asked him back. He did skilful things and dribbled well, so maybe the things they wanted to see in the second trial was improved work on the defensive side."
Mbappe left West London with just a Chelsea shirt he was gifted at the end of his trial
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Newcastle sign Pope
Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope, according to Sky Sports.
Pope agreed personal terms with the Magpies yesterday and a medical is set to be scheduled.
This marks the Toon's first signing of the summer and poses as quite a statement.
Eddie Howe wants to start building a strong Premier League candidate following last year's Saudi-led takeover
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PSG open to Neymar sale
Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to sell Neymar in the summer transfer window.
According to Foot Mercato, PSG would be open to a deal that would see the world's record signing leave if a satisfactory offer arrives.
The Parisians' new sporting director Luis Campos is willing to part with the star forward.
The French champions are set to offload a number of players in a bid to turn things around at the Parc des Princes
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Gotze joins Eintracht
Mario Gotze has signed with Eintracht Frankfurt after a two-year stint at PSV Eindhoven.
Gotze returned to the Bundesliga after signing a three-year deal with Eintracht.
The forward told the Europa League winner's official website: “The club has a great foundation.
"From the stadium to the fans to the city, everything simply suits me. I'm really looking forward to my return to the Bundesliga.
"And what's more, we have the chance to play in the Champions League”
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PSG target Lewandowski
Paris Saint-Germain are plotting to steal Bayern Miunich superstar Robert Lewandowski from Barcelona.
Lewandowski seems set to be joining Barca but PSG want to bring Lewandowski to Paris with the help of super agent Pini Zahavi, according to SPORT.
The striker reportedly agreed a three-year deal with the Blaugrana, but the Catalan giants are yet to agree a fee with Bayern.
The German champions want £42million for the Poland international, which is a price Barcelona would like to haggle down
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Mane close to Bayern
Liverpool superstar Sadio Mane has been spotted in a Bayern Munich shirt as his move to the German side nears completion.
Mane arrived in Munich to undergo his medical with the German champions on Tuesday afternoon.
And the winger took to the streets to sign autographs while wearing a Bayern shirt.
The Reds have also moved fast with the signing of Darwin Nunez as his replacement
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Tevez becomes manager
Manchester United and Manchester City legend Carlos Tevez is on the verge of landing his first managerial job as Rosario Central boss.
Various reports in Tevez's homeland claim the 38-year-old is set to beat highly-rated Pablo Sanchez to the coveted role.
Both men met with Rosario chiefs for extensive interviews this week.
But it’s the ex-West Ham star who has come out on top, despite Sanchez being the more experienced gaffer
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Morning transfer round-up
Porto's Evanilson is on the Manchester United radar – while Chelsea eye Richarlison and Romelu Lukaku heads back to Inter Milan.
Brazilian strikers Evanilson and Richarlison would cost around £60million and £50m respectively.
But Inter need to pay just £6.m plus add-ons for Belgium frontman Lukaku – because it will only be a loan deal.
Chelsea have reportedly 'reached agreement in principle' to grant the 29-year-old his transfer wish.
Brighton, meanwhile, have also been linked with Evanilson.
And Chelsea are narrow favourites ahead of Tottenham for Everton's main attacker Richarlison.
But Manchester City's England raider Raheem Sterling is still regarded as the main target for Stamford Bridge chief Thomas Tuchel.
Brentford boss Thomas Frank believes Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen remains 'undecided' on his future as the Red Devils and Spurs hover.
Finally, Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
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Alessandro set to stay at Inter
Chelsea and Tottenham target Alessandro Bastoni plans to stay at Inter Milan.
The Italy centre-back, 23, has been strongly linked with a move to the Premier League this summer.
The Blues want him to help plug the gap left by Real Madrid newboy Antonio Rudiger. Spurs boss and former Inter gaffer Antonio Conte is also after reinforcements in his backline.
And both English clubs will have been heartened by Inter chief executive Giuseppe Marotta indicating this week they are ready to sell a defender to help balance their books.
He told Radio Rai: “It’s certainly easier to replace a centre-back than a striker.
“We will probably be forced to sell someone in that position.”
- Ian Tuckey
Utd have 'direct' contact' with Barca over De Jong
Manchester United have reportedly had 'direct contact' with Barcelona over main target Frenkie de Jong.
But the Spanish giants are said to be holding firm on their £74million valuation ofthe Holland midfielder.
New Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag is also thought to want another four of his old Ajax players.
But those stars are all still with the Dutch champions.
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Arsenal keen on Morata
Ex-Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata is said to be in Arsenal’s sights.
Atletico Madrid’s Spain ace, 29, has just enjoyed two reasonably successful seasons on loan with Juventus.
Fabio Vieira and Marquinhos have already joined the Gunners this summer.
And Caught Offside claims Arsenal have even made a bid for the former Real Madrid targetman Morata.
- Ian Tuckey
Palace tipped to win Sam race
Manchester United and Tottenham target Sam Johnstone has reportedly agreed to join Crystal Palace on a free transfer.
The keeper, 29, will leave West Brom when his contract expires at the end of this month.
He joined the club from United in 2018 and has since made 167 appearances across all competitions for the Baggies.
However, his desire to make a Premier League return meant he did not consider signing a new contract.
And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, he has a deal in place to join Crystal Palace.
Johnstone, who will become Patrick Vieira’s first signing of the summer, will join Vicente Guaita and Jack Butland as an option between the sticks.
- Ian Tuckey
Maatsen on Feyenoord shortlist
Feyenoord have reportedly agreed a deal for Chelsea left-back Ian Maatsen.
The Holland Under-21 star is set to depart Stamford Bridge again this summer after loans with Charlton and Coventry.
But Voetbal International say the 20-year-old is just one option being considered by the Dutch giants as they prepare to sell Holland international Tyrell Malacia.
Other options beside Maatsen include Bayer Leverkusen’s Daley Sinkgraven and Twente ace Joshua Brenet.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd & Spurs target Eriksen ‘undecided on future’
Manchester United and Tottenham transfer target Christian Eriksen is still undecided on his future.
That’s according to Brentford boss Thomas Frank who hopes to retain the Denmark midfielder’s services next season.
Frank told AS: “I know we still have a chance and I hope he will make a decision in two weeks.
“The agreement is that he will call me and tell me what he wants to do. He hasn’t decided yet.”
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Saints beat Blues to Armel
Southampton have won the race for Armel Bella-Kotchap despite the VfL Bochum defender being linked with Tottenham, Chelsea, and Manchester City.
The 20-year-old German has reportedly signed a four-year deal with the Saints.
The Under-21 international helped Bochum into the Bundesliga two seasons ago before making 26 top-flight appearances last term.
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Red Devils linked to huge bid for Porto striker
Manchester United could bid more than £60million for Porto striker Evanilson.
The Brazilian’s agent Marcio Barros insists only Brighton have so far made a formal offer for the 22-year-old.
Credit: Getty Barros spoke out after reports in Portugal that United had bid around £53m – compared to the £70m Porto are said to want.
Evanilson, capped only at Under-23 level, notched 21 goals and five assists in 45 games last season.
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‘Newcastle and Gunners head Ruiz hunt’
Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
That’s the claim from Italy’s Corriere dello Sport, who say the Serie Agiants want £26million for the Spain star.
Napoli still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
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Inter 'reach Lukaku agreement'
Romelu Lukaku's loan back to Inter Milan moved a huge step closer with reports they've reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea.
The striker, 29, seems sure to return to the San Siro for 2022-23.
According to The Athletic, a deal is almost done following negotiations between the two clubs. The terms agreed will see Inter pay a £6.9million loan fee plus add-ons.
And they have also sorted out how Lukaku's £325,000-a-week wages and personal bonuses will be paid.
However, there is understood to be no option or obligation to buy him in the contract.
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehley's relationship with Michael Yormack, president of Roc Nation who represent Lukaku – played a pivotal part in the switch.
The report adds the Belgian forward is due to undergo a medical next week. And assuming all goes to plan, their former star will complete his return to Inter just a year after his £97.5m record transfer back to Stamford Bridge.
That deal saw Lukaku pen a five-year contract in West London until 2026, meaning he will still have three years left to run on the deal when the loan finishes.
- Ian Tuckey
Inter 'reach Lukaku agreement'
Romelu Lukaku's loan back to Inter Milan moved a huge step closer with reports they've reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea.
The Belgium striker, 29, seems sure to return to the San Siro for 2022-23.
According to The Athletic, a deal is almost done following negotiations between the two clubs. The terms agreed will see Inter pay a £6.9million loan fee plus add-ons.
And they have also sorted out how Lukaku's £325,000-a-week wages and personal bonuses will be paid.
However, there is understood to be no option or obligation to buy him in the contract.
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehley's relationship with Michael Yormack, president of Roc Nation who represent Lukaku – played a pivotal part in the switch.
The report adds the Belgian forward is due to undergo a medical next week. And assuming all goes to plan, their former star will complete his return to Inter just a year after his £97.5m record transfer back to Stamford Bridge.
That deal saw Lukaku pen a five-year contract in West London until 2026, meaning he will still have three years left to run on the deal when the loan finishes.
- Ian Tuckey
Hammers gagging to sign Joak
Atalanta wing-back Joakim Maehle is on West Ham’s radar.
That’s according to Tutto Atalanta, who suggest the Hammers are the only club to show serious interest in the Denmark star so far.
Atalanta reportedly rate Maehle, whose contract runs out in 2025, at around £15-17million.
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- Ian Tuckey
Edu hails Vieira as part of 'exciting' new squad
Edu hailed new £35million playmaker Fabio Vieira as the perfect fit as Arsenal build a team to develop over the the next SIX YEARS.
Gunners' technical director Edu reckons the ex-Porto midfielder will be part of a 'young, exciting squad' designed to 'play together for two, three, four, five or six seasons'.
Vieira, 22, who completed his move to the Emirates this afternoon, having played 21 times for Portugal Under-21s.
Edu said: “We have to go into the market for exciting players with the right age, right attitude and right mentality.
"We want to see a club like Arsenal with a young squad, an exciting squad with a big, big future because the idea is to have a young squad.
“We still have a lot to do but we are really excited to start the season with the players we target and the players we want to sign.”
- Ian Tuckey
Alessandro set to stay at Inter
Chelsea and Tottenham target Alessandro Bastoni plans to stay at Inter Milan.
The Italy centre-back, 23, has been strongly linked with a move to the Premier League this summer.
The Blues want him to help plug the gap left by Real Madrid newboy Antonio Rudiger. Spurs boss and former Inter gaffer Antonio Conte is also after reinforcements in his backline.
And both English clubs will have been heartened by Inter chief executive Giuseppe Marotta indicating this week they are ready to sell a defender to help balance their books.
He told Radio Rai: “It’s certainly easier to replace a centre-back than a striker.
“We will probably be forced to sell someone in that position.”
But those hopes appear to have been dashed with an update from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. He quoted Bastoni’s agent Tullio Tinti in a tweet.
It said: “Bastoni will stay at Inter next season as we are used to respecting contracts.”
- Ian Tuckey
Jesus talks at 'critical stage'
Arsenal's talks over signing Gabriel Jesus are a 'critical stage'.
That's the latest claim amid suggestions today the Manchester City striker is seriously interested in a move to North London.
The priority for the £50million-rated Brazil star is thought to be regular starts for an elite club.
And Erling Haaland's arrival at City from Borussia Dortmund will surely reduce his confidence of achieving that at the Etihad.
Goal say there is 'hope between all parties that an agreement can be reached quickly' with the Gunners.
Jesus’ representatives are reportedly travelling to England 'in a bid to push through the transfer'.
- Ian Tuckey
Good Luk on your birthday
Romelu Lukaku reportedly wished Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi happy birthday before Chelsea lost to Real Madrid in the Champions League.
The Blues lost 3-1 to Real in the European competition.
And prior to the game Lukaku called Inzaghi to speak about a return to Italy and to wish the Inter boss happy birthday, the Daily Mail reported.
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