WAYNE ROONEY has quit his job as Derby manager, a month after being relegated from the Championship.
He said: “It’s time for me to leave the club. The club tried tremendously hard to change my decision but my mind was made up."
Manchester City, meanwhile, have reportedly reached a deal with Leeds for the £42million transfer of Kalvin Phillips.
PSG must sell Neymar by next Friday or give him an automatic new five-year contract worth £600,000-a-week, according to reports.
The Parisians are said to be keen on building a more "humble" squad made of local players, but one of Neymar's agents said he is still dreaming of winning the Champions League with PSG.
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- Jack Figg
Phill your boots
Man City have reached an agreement with Leeds to sign midfielder Kalvin Phillips, according to reports.
Pep Guardiola is looking to replace club captain Fernandinho, who departs at the end of the month.
And according to The Athletic, City have agreed to pay Leeds £42million plus an additional £3m in add-ons for Phillips.
Phillips was City's major midfield target this summer, stepping up their interest after confirming the signing of attacking sensation Erling Haaland.
The 26-year-old England international is currently on holiday and is due to return to Leeds for pre-season on July 4.
However, progress with the transfer to the Premier League champions could see the deal be finalised next week.
- Jack Figg
Roo gone
Wayne Rooney has stepped down as boss of Derby County with immediate effect after talks with the club's administrators.
Manchester United and England legend Rooney won rave reviews in charge of the Rams last season.
Rooney almost kept the club in the Championship despite starting the season with a 12-point deduction.
- Jack Figg
Jesus and Raphinha ‘more important’ than Youri
Arsenal have reportedly prioritised the signings of Gabriel Jesus and Raphinha over Youri Tielemans.
The Gunners are still keen on Leicester city midfielder Tielemans, but want to recruit Man City ace Jesus and Leeds star Raphinha first,
That’s according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
He told Caught Offside: “Arsenal have long had contacts with the player’s camp and with Leicester but have not made official offers so far.
“Talks are still on, but they are not at the key stages yet because the club is focused on Gabriel Jesus as a priority and is trying to compete for Raphinha, two deals on which you need to be quick.”
- Jack Figg
Tottenham hold ‘Zaniolo interest’
Tottenham hold an interest in Roma whizkid Nicolo Zaniolo, TOM BARCLAY WRITES.
Spurs managing director of football Fabio Paratici is currently in Milan and held a meeting with Roma director Tiago Pinto where a possible move for Zaniolo was discussed.
Antonio Conte would like to add to his attack and winger Zaniolo, 22, is being considered along with a host of other options.
A versatile forward who could play out wide and through the middle, such as Everton’s Richarlison, would be beneficial.
But that does not mean Spurs would not go for a player who can only play out wide and not as a striker, such as Leeds’ Raphinha or Zaniolo.
Should the latter case come to pass, then it is possible the North London club could also move for another striker to serve as back-up to Harry Kane.
- Jack Figg
Borna Blue
Chelsea can secure Stuttgart defender Borna Sosa for £21million this summer, according to reports.
The Blues have already seen Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen depart since the end of the season.
Club captain Cesar Azpilicueta is also being linked with a move to Barcelona.
And left-back Marcos Alonso has reportedly told the club he wants to leave Stamford Bridge.
The loss of Alonso would leave Chelsea short in the left-back position, with Ben Chilwell still recovering from a serious cruciate ligament injury.
And Sosa, 24, could plug that gap as he has shown the ability to play at left-back and left wingback.
- Jack Figg
Total Tuch
Todd Boehly has reportedly promised Blues boss Thomas Tuchel that he will allow up to SIX new signings this summer
American Boehly and Tuchel are said to have held talks this week to discuss the club's transfer plan.
And the new owner has promised Tuchel up to six incomings before the end of the transfer window, according to the Telegraph.
Champions League qualification has been set as the minimum target, while ideally the Blues would like to be challenging with the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool.
Boehly is reportedly set to hand Tuchel a £200million transfer warchest, with the potential for more funds to be made available through player sales.
- Jack Figg
Derby receive takeover boost
Derby County’s much-needed takeover has received a major boost after they received a loan from a local businessman preparing to try and buy the club.
The Rams have been in administration since September last year and fears over their future increased last week when American businessman Chris Kirchner withdrew his offer to purchase the third-tier side.
But joint administrators Quantum have now announced they have accepted a loan from Derbyshire-based Clowes Developments Ltd, who, having confirmed they have purchased Pride Park, will submit a formal offer to buy the club on Friday.
David Clowes, chairman of the property company, is a Derby supporter.
- Jack Figg
Car to remain parked
Club Brugge have turned down the chance to sign Andy Carroll on a free transfer due to the results of his medical tests, according to reports.
The striker, 33, will be a free agent when his short-term contract with West Brom expires at the end of this month.
And while the Belgian side were willing to offer him a deal, which would have potentially seen him make his Champions League debut, they are now no longer interested.
That is according to Belgium-based outlet HLN, which claims that the club were not convinced by his ‘insufficient’ medical test results.
As a result, they will not offer him a trial.
- Jack Figg
Lukaku to Inter confirmed
Romelu Lukaku’s loan transfer to Inter Milan will be completed NEXT WEEK.
That’s according to transfer supremo Fabrizio Romano, who said: “Chelsea and Inter have all paperworks now ready to be signed in order to announce Romelu Lukaku deal next week.
“Belgian striker will also fly to Italy next week to undergo medicals and sign the contract.
“No buy option or obligation clause – normal loan, confirmed.”
- Jack Figg
AC Milan ‘interested in Luiz’
AC Milan are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz.
The Serie A Champions have turned to Luiz after missing out on PSG-bound Renato Sanches, according to Tuttomercato.
And Milan are wasting no time as they’ve already begun talks with Luiz’s representatives, the report adds.
- Justin Lawrence
Leicester legend signs new deal
Leicester City local hero Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has signed a new five-year deal to keep him at the King Power until 2027.
The 23-year-old midfielder, who grew up in Leicestershire, made a major breakthrough last season, making 43 appearances in all competitions for Brendan Rodgers' side.
Speaking to LCFC TV, he said: “I’m so proud and I’m really happy. It’s a great day for myself and my family.
"A lot of hard work has gone into this deal, and it’s a really nice feeling to get it done.
“I have a really good relationship with the Football Club. I’ve been here since I was eight-years-old, so it was a no-brainer really when I sat down and we spoke about the deal.
"I’ve got big, big ambitions for the future, and I know the Football Club has too.”
- Justin Lawrence
Kepa issues play demand
Chelsea Kepa Arrizabalaga has warned the club he needs to play more in order to remain at Stamford Bridge.
Kepa told Marca: “Right now I am a Chelsea player, but what I am clear about is that I want to play more, because I come from a year or two where, when I have played, I have had a great performance,” Kepa said.
“For that reason, because of that good performance I had, the feeling is that I want more. I want to play more. I am at Chelsea and I want to succeed here. And if it wasn’t possible, we would analyse other different things, because my clear objective is to play.”
“I am not desperate. In the end, I’m at a great club… I’ll talk to the coach and we’ll decide, but with the clear message that I want to play more.”
- Justin Lawrence
Timber ‘set for Ajax stay’
Man United transfer target Jurrien Timber will not be leaving Ajax this summer, the club’s new boss Alfred Schreuder reckons.
Schreuder told ESPN: “I have spoken with Jurrien and I am assuming he is staying at Ajax.
“Timber is a smart guy and he knows what is best for himself.
“We don’t think he is done at Ajax yet.”
- Justin Lawrence
Djed Spence transfer woes
Tottenham and Middlesbrough remain a way apart in their negotiations for Djed Spence.
Boro are looking for around £15million plus add-ons for the England Under-21 right wing-back.
Spurs are currently looking to pay considerably less than that for the 21-year-old.
Talks have been ongoing for the last few weeks but there is confidence on the player’s side that an agreement will eventually be reached.
Yet there is interest from other Premier League clubs and Borussia Dortmund in Germany should a deal not be struck.
- Justin Lawrence
David Clowes releases Derby statement
In a statement, he said: "Derbyshire-based property group, Clowes Developments (UK) Ltd, are proud to announce they have successfully purchased the company that owned Pride Park Stadium from fellow local businessman Mel Morris.
"Additionally, Clowes have issued an interim loan to the club which will enable Derby County to start the next season and trade whilst a deal to purchase the club is concluded.
"Clowes have also confirmed that they will, today, submit a bid to purchase Derby County Football Club."
- Justin Lawrence
Cheik-ing out
Cheikyou Kouyate looks set to leave Crystal Palace after making no progress over a new contract.
The Eagles have been in talks with the Senegalese star, 32, whose present deal expires in a week.
But SunSport understands it is highly likely an agreement will not be reached and Kouyate will walk away a free agent.
- Justin Lawrence
Newcastle target has finger surgery
Lucas Paqueta has been forced to have surgery after injuring himself while flying a KITE.
The Olympique Lyon midfielder, who has been linked with a transfer to Newcastle United this summer, injured his hand while flying a kite on holiday.
Paqueta, 24, took to his social media to reveal the news of the injury and the surgery he will undergo.
He said: "Remember children's games also has its consequences. I went to fly a kite today and cut my finger.
"Everything is fine, but to avoid any movement problems in the future, I will have a minor surgery tomorrow."
- Justin Lawrence
Prem clubs in transfer race
Aston Villa have reportedly been joined by Nottingham Forest and Fulham in the transfer hunt for Juventus striker Moise Kean.
Juve are open to letting kean leave as club boss Massimiliano Allegri isn't convinced by the striker's abilities, according to Calciomercato.
And they're interested in doing a swap with Villa for Douglas Luiz, it was added.
But Fulham and Forest are set to wade into the race for Kean.
However, he isn't convinced by the interest of either side and is keeping his options open, the report continued.
- Justin Lawrence
PSG 'set to sign Skriniar'
PSG are reportedly on the verge of signing Inter Milan star Milan Skriniar, in a blow to Chelsea and Tottenham.
The Slovakian is high in demand after impressing at Inter since joining from Sampdoria in 2017.
Spurs were heavily linked with the centre-back two summers ago, while Chelsea have reportedly been considering a move for him this time around.
According to Italian reporter Nicolo Schira, Skriniar is nearing a move to PSG.
Schira claims that Skriniar has agreed on a five-year deal worth £125,000-a-week at Parc des Princes.
He adds that PSG have bid £52million, although Inter want more.
- Justin Lawrence
Chelsea hit transfer stumbling block
Chelsea are reportedly unwilling to meet Sevilla’s transfer demands for Jules Kounde.
Sevilla want no less than the reported £78.4m release clause in Kounde’s contract.
But the Blues are unwilling to pay higher than the £47m they offered for Kounde last summer, which was turned down, Sports Witness reported.
Negotiations between Sevilla and the blues will continue for the next few weeks, the report adds.
However, Barcelona are also on the prowl for Kounde’s services, it was added.
- Justin Lawrence
Stoke line up Zander Clark
Stoke City are lining up a move for Scotland squad keeper Zander Clark.
The former St Johnstone man, who turns 30 this week, is out of contract next month after deciding to leave McDiarmid Park.
Dundee United have already made Clark an offer to stay in Scotland, but Stoke plan to tempt the stopper down south instead.
Clark has spent over a decade with Saints and was instrumental in their double cup winning season in 2021.
But he’s keen to take on a new challenge in a fresh league, so moving to the English Championship will offer him that.
- Justin Lawrence
Allen set for transfer decision
Joe Allen is set to make a decision on a new club next week, PHIL CADDEN WRITES.
The Wales midfielder, 32, is leaving Stoke on a free transfer after six years with the Potters after joining from Liverpool for £13million.
Allen has a number of offers with ex-club Swansea keen on bringing him back to the Liberty Stadium.
Stoke offered a new contract on less money but Allen has turned that down to assess all his options.
The 72-cap ace will make up his mind once he returns from his postseason holidays after playing for Wales.
But the Championship club need to offload players to raise the funds to finance any deal.
- Justin Lawrence
Jovic ‘completes Fiorentina transfer’
Arsenal transfer target Luka Jovic is close to completing his switch to Fiorentina, reports claim.
The Serbian striker was swayed to join the Italian side by compatriot Nikola Milenkovic, who plays for the club, La Nazione reported.
The report claims Milenkovic detailed the strengths of club boss Vincenzo Italiano and the team’s long-term project.
And Jovic is open to the move as he looks to relaunch his career, it was also added.
- Justin Lawrence
Newcastle eye Jules Kounde
Newcastle are reportedly keen on signing Sevilla defender Jules Kounde amid interest from Chelsea and Barcelona.
Toon have already confirmed the signings of Matt Targett and Nick Pope but the Saudi-backed Magpies show no signs of stopping there.
And French ace Kounde, 23, is next in their sights, according to Mundo Deportivo.
It’s claimed the prospect of signing for Newcastle has “tempted” Kounde, after Sevilla confirmed he would be allowed to leave this summer.
But it would take a bid in excess of £51million to secure his services, reports claim.
- Justin Lawrence
Tottenham transfer plans discussed
Tottenaham will only continue their transfer pursuit of Everton ace Richarlison if they fail to land Leeds ace Raphinha.
That's the view of Fabrizio Romano, who told wettfreunde: “It depends on Raphinha I think.
"They are not going to sign both Raphina and Richarlison. But they are discussing for both of them.”
“For Raphinha, they are in direct contact with Leeds.
"For Richarlison, there's not a direct conversation yet between Tottenham and Everton."
"So it's still in different stages of the negotiations with these two deals.”
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