KYLIAN MBAPPE has refused to meet Al-Hilal officials for talks following the mind-blowing bid from the Saudi club.
Earlier this week, Paris Saint-Germain accepted a world-record £259MILLION offer from the Middle East outfit as they look to offload the French forward this summer.
Meanwhile, Chelsea and Liverpool are in battle for Southampton star Romeo Lavia.
And Bayern Munich are confident of landing Tottenham star Harry Kane.
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- By Cosmo Teare
Marco Veratti latest to be linked with Saudi
Veratti looks as though he could be on the verge of a move to Saudi Arabia.
While his PSG team-mate Kylian Mbappe looks like he has rejected an £11.6million-a-week move to Al-Hilal, the Italy midfielder may now join the club.
Al-Hilal are currently offering £25million but it is understood it will take more for PSG to accept an offer.
Veratti has played for Italy 55 times and has been at PSG since 2012.
He has often been considered among the greatest midfielders in the world, so joining the Saudi league aged 30 comes as a surprise.
Credit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow - By Ian Tuckey
Red Devils chasing back-up keeper
Manchester United could still target Feyenoord keeper Justin Bijlow.
Andre Onana’s arrival to succeed David de Gea as first-choice stopper hasn’t stopped United’s interest in a new back-up.
Dean Henderson could seal a permanent move to Nottingham Forest, leaving 37-year-old Tom Heaton as the current No2.
United are considering Holland star Bijlow, 25, and Fenerbahce’s Altay Bayindir.
But Urawa Reds and Japan keeper Zion Suzuki has reportedly rejected the Red Devils, partly due to his Olympics dream.
- By Dylan Terry
Mbappe has 'never considered' Saudi move
Kylian Mbappe has REFUSED to discuss a move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, according to reports.
Earlier this week, Paris Saint-Germain accepted a world-record £259MILLION offer from the Middle East outfit as they look to offload the French forward this summer.
The Ligue 1 champions are keen to sell Mbappe as they believe he has a deal in place to join Real Madrid in 2024 when his contract expires.
But while PSG have accepted the bid from Al-Hilal, L’Equipe understand the player is not even entertaining the move.
His representatives have reportedly declined meetings with the Saudi side as Mbappe has “never considered” them to be an option.
And this stance seems to point towards him staying in Paris until next summer.
That is despite Al-Hilal offering him a remarkable £11.6M-A-WEEK in wages.
The £259m fee would also break the transfer record previously held by Neymar when he moved from Barcelona to PSG for £198m in 2017.
A host of stars have already moved to Saudi Arabia this summer – including Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante, Edouard Mendy, Roberto Firmino, Riyad Mahrez, Kalidou Koulibaly and Jordan Henderson.
- By Ian Tuckey
Arteta looks to free up budget for more buys
Arsenal are tipped to prioritise offloading players before adding to their £200million triple capture.
Boss Mikel Arteta might come in for another midfielder after recruiting Jurrien Timber, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz.
But first the Gunners are expected to try to settle the future of players like wantaway striker Folarin Balogun.
Inter, AC Milan, Monaco and Marseille all reportedly fancy the former Reims loan sensation.
- By Dylan Terry
Plenty Twente vision of signing Facundo
Man Utd wonderkid Facundo Pellistri is on the radar of Dutch side FC Twente.
They would reportedly like to sign the 21-year-old on loan.
And United are open to letting him go so he can get more regular minutes.
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Red Devils could hijack Kudus move
Manchester United may more for Chelsea and Arsenal target Mohamed Kudus – IF they miss out on Rasmus Hojlund.
That’s the claim amid suggestions the Red Devils are close to bidding for Atalanta frontman Hojlund.
The Dane more of a poacher, whereas Ghanaian ace Kudus is an attacking midfielder or winger.
But all three Prem giants are looking for more flair in their attacking options.
- By Ian Tuckey
Bitello deal 'to be completed this week'
Arsenal are set to close a deal on Gremio midfielder Bitello for a discounted price of £6.8million, according to reports.
The 23-year-old has been on the club’s radar for some time and they are now ready to make a move.
According to TuttoMercato Web, Mikel Arteta is keen to see a deal completed for Bitello this week.
He can play as a box-to-box midfielder or in the No10 role.
- By Ian Tuckey
3 Prem giants vying for Veiga
PSG have joined Arsenal, Spurs and Chelsea in admiring Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga.
The Spaniard's Ligue 1 club still hope to keep the 21-year-old this summer.
Credit: Getty But Le10sport suggest £34million-rated Veiga is more likely than not to move to a London giant in the current transfer window.
And in another boost to the three Prem clubs chasing him,it's claimed PSG are dreaming higher for now – by eyeing Manchester City's Bernardo Silva.
- By Kostas Lianos
Al-Hilal 'close on top Liverpool target Verratti'
Liverpool have suffered a transfer blow with Al-Hilal closing in on one of Jurgen Klopp's top midfield targets, reports suggest.
The Reds are currently undergoing a major revamp in the middle with James Milner, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain having all departed already after their contracts expired last month.
Fabinho also looks set for a £40million move to Al-Ittihad, while captain Jordan Henderson is poised to rejoin former team-mate Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq.
And it seems like Saudi Arabia is ready to cause the Merseysiders even more grief to their summer plans.
That is because Al-Hilal are close to signing Paris Saint-Germain star Marco Verratti.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, negotiations between the Saudis and PSG are at an "advanced stage".
The French champions have previously demanded at least €30million (£26m) for Verratti.
Al-Hilal are offering the midfielder a three-year contract and the necessary paperwork will be prepared soon.
The Italy international has been part of a nine-man shortlist Klopp drew up for reinforcement in the middle of the park.
- By Ian Tuckey
Hammers target Scott valued at £40m
Manchester United have reportedly put a £40m price tag on Scott McTominay, according to reports.
Erik ten Hag is looking to raise funds this summer with the club keen to land a striker and another midfielder.
West Ham are keen on McTominay as they look to replace Declan Rice.
Credit: Getty Man Utd needed Mount – Fernandes
Bruno Fernandes knew Mason Mount was the right man to help Manchester United back to the top.
When Mount, 24, was announced as the Red Devils’ new signing, Fernandes posted a picture of the two of them confronting each other in a game against Chelsea.
He captioned it: “Why did you take so long to sign!”
Now the new Man Utd captain, 28, will be putting an arm round his new £55million team-mate as they link up to try and fire the club to the Premier League summit next season.
And Fernandes believes that fiery side of Mount is just what the team needs.
He said: “We need that aggression and passion, we need players to be like that in games.
“These are the kind of players that I like to play against and even more to have in my side.
“Now, I will do everything I can to defend him.”
Manager Erik ten Hag has already expressed his excitement at the prospect of Mount, Fernandes and Casemiro linking up next term.
- By Ian Tuckey
Gunners insist on £50m for Folarin
Arsenal are still holding out for £50million for Folarin Balogun, it's claimed tonight.
Inter Milan are the club most talked about in connection with the USA striker.
But AC Milan Marseille, Monaco and RB Leipzig are also thought to still be keen.
And in England it's West Ham who reportedly lead the interest.
Balogun, 22, has been with the Gunners in pre-season.
And the former Reims loan sensation has made it known he'd only consider a permanent move – not another temporary departure.
- By Ian Tuckey
Palace 'keen on Nketiah'
Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah is rated as Crystal Palace's No1 strike target.
But it's claimed the Eagles might first have to offload French frontman Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Palace are looking for a major recruit after long-time main man Wilfried Zaha rejected a new contract to join Galatasaray.
- By Ian Tuckey
Luton and Foxes eye Mejbri
Promoted Luton and relegated Leicester reportedly fancy borrowing Manchester United's Hannibal Mejbri.
The Tunisia attacking midfielder, 20, was on loan at Birmingham City last term.
Now Tunisian outlet Noussour TN have named two English rivals as amongst his suitors.
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Cottagers can be big spenders on Bassey
Fulham are closing in on Ajax defender Calvin Bassey.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano says a medical has been set up ahead of a deal worth around £18million.
Nigerian Bassey, 23, is rated as the Cottagers' preferred option.
- By Dylan Terry
Mbappe won't discuss Saudi move
Kylian Mbappe has REFUSED to discuss a move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal, according to reports.
Earlier this week, Paris Saint-Germain accepted a world-record £259MILLION offer from the Middle East outfit as they look to offload the French forward this summer.
The Ligue 1 champions are keen to sell Mbappe as they believe he has a deal in place to join Real Madrid in 2024 when his contract expires.
But while PSG have accepted the bid from Al-Hilal, L'Equipe understand the player is not even entertaining the move.
His representatives have reportedly declined meetings with the Saudi side as Mbappe has "never considered" them to be an option.
And this stance seems to point towards him staying in Paris until next summer.
That is despite Al-Hilal offering him a remarkable £11.6M-A-WEEK in wages.
The £259m fee would also break the transfer record previously held by Neymar when he moved from Barcelona to PSG for £198m in 2017.
A host of stars have already moved to Saudi Arabia this summer – including Karim Benzema, N'Golo Kante, Edouard Mendy, Roberto Firmino, Riyad Mahrez, Kalidou Koulibaly and Jordan Henderson.
- By Ian Tuckey
Bijlow and Altay on Utd list
Manchester United could still target Feyenoord keeper Justin Bijlow.
Andre Onana's arrival to succeed David de Gea as first-choice stopper hasn't stopped United's interest in a new back-up.
Dean Henderson could seal a permanent move to Nottingham Forest, leaving 37-year-old Tom Heaton as the current No2.
United are considering Holland star Bijlow, 25, and Fenerbahce's Altay Bayindir.
But Urawa Reds and Japan keeper Zion Suzuki has reportedly rejected the Red Devils, partly due to his Olympics dream.
- By Ian Tuckey
Bijlow and Altay on Utd list
Manchester United could still target Feyenoord keeper Justin Bijlow.
Andre Onana's arrival to succeed David de Gea as first-choice stopper hasn't stopped United's interest in a new back-up.
Dean Henderson could seal a permanent move to Nottingham Forest, leaving 37-year-old Tom Heaton as the current No2.
United are considering Holland star Bijlow, 25, and Fenerbahce's Altay Bayindir.
But Urawa Reds and Japan keeper Zion Suzuki has reportedly rejected the Red Devils, partly due to his Olympics dream.
- By Ian Tuckey
I'm Up for a fight
Former Manchester United and Arsenal centre-back Dayot Upamecano insists he'll stay at Bayern Munich to "fight for my place".
The 15-cap Frenchman has been tipped for a summer exit from the Bundesliga champions.
But Upamecano, 24, told Bild: "I didn't think for a second about leaving FC Bayern."
- By Ian Tuckey
Mount quality 'surprises' Utd team-mate
Mason Mount hassurprised with his ability and "incredible character" while Lisandro Martínez's aggression is "crazy".
That's the verdict of club-mate Alvaro Fernandez amid Manchester United's USA tour.
Left-back Fernandez, 20, is tipped for another loan after his temporary spell at Preston last season.
The Spaniard told Diario AS of boss Erik ten Hag's pre-season work: "The coach is changing the team. New signings have arrived and the squad now has a new lease of life.
"Mason Mount is a really great player, but on the pitch, he has an incredible character.
"And then there is Lisandro Martínez, who arrived last summer and has a level of aggression that seems crazy.”
But he admitted of Martinez: "He has surprised me because he was not a player that stood out to me before when watching matches.
"But in training, you can see the quality, the technique and the ability that he has. He is very good.”
- By Ian Tuckey
Fred is 'Galatasaray priority'
Galatasaray reportedly regard Manchester United midfielder Fred as a transfer priority.
Having already signed ex-Red Devils' winger Wilfried Zaha from Crystal Palace, the Turkish giants are keen to beat Fulham and Saudi big-spenders to the Brazilian.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano says Galatasaray have already made one proposal to United – but must bid more.
- By Henry Tomlinson
Jordan trains with new club Al-Ettifaq
Jordan Henderson has announced his departure from Liverpool after 12 years.
The midfielder took to social media to give an emotional goodbye to the club and its supporters.
Henderson, 33, is expected to become the latest star from Europe to make the move to Saudi Arabia.
He has already been seen training with Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq with a deal worth £700k-a-week on the cards.
Henderson has met up with his new team-mates at their training camp in Croatia.
Footage from training shows Henderson has already taken part in a session with Al-Ettifaq.
He could make his debut in a friendly against North Macedonia's Rabotnicki on Thursday.
Henderson has reportedly agreed a three-year deal with the Saudi Pro League side, through to the summer of 2026.
The contract will reportedly see him earn four-times his Liverpool salary.
- By Henry Tomlinson
Jordan trains with new club Al-Ettifaq
Jordan Henderson has announced his departure from Liverpool after 12 years.
The midfielder took to social media to give an emotional goodbye to the club and its supporters.
Henderson, 33, is expected to become the latest star from Europe to make the move to Saudi Arabia.
He has already been seen training with Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq with a deal worth £700k-a-week on the cards.
Henderson has met up with his new team-mates at their training camp in Croatia.
Footage from training shows Henderson has already taken part in a session with Al-Ettifaq.
He could make his debut in a friendly against North Macedonia's Rabotnicki on Thursday.
Henderson has reportedly agreed a three-year deal with the Saudi Pro League side, through to the summer of 2026.
The contract will reportedly see him earn four-times his Liverpool salary.
- By Ian Tuckey
Leon 'would snub United'
Leon Goretzka would reportedly rather stay at Bayern Munich than join Manchester United.
Journalist Ben Jacobs says the Germany midfielder, 28, has reiterated his love for the Bundesliga champs.
Goretzka is under contract until 2026 on around £231,000 per week.
And the Red Devils are now tipped to look elsewhere.
- By Ian Tuckey
Leon 'would snub United'
Leon Goretzka would reportedly rather stay at Bayern Munich than join Manchester United.
Journalist Ben Jacobs says the Germany midfielder, 28, has reiterated his love for the Bundesliga champs.
Goretzka is under contract until 2026 on around £231,000 per week.
And the Red Devils are now tipped to look elsewhere.
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