Manchester United are unlikely to meet Bayern Munich’s asking price for centre-back Matthijs de Ligt this summer, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Red Devils have already finalized deals for Netherlands international Joshua Zirkzee from Bologna and young French centre-back Leny Yoro from Lille. Under the ownership of Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS, the club aims to recruit players aged 25 and under to rejuvenate the squad and ensure potential resale value for future transactions. Their next target appears to be a defensive midfielder, with Manuel Ugarte reportedly the primary focus as negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain progress. Additionally, Manchester…
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David de Gea departed Manchester United last summer amidst prolonged speculation, but reports indicated he was willing to consider a comeback under specific conditions. The Spanish goalkeeper, 33, spent over a decade at Old Trafford after being signed by Sir Alex Ferguson, but his tenure came to an end during Erik ten Hag’s first season as manager, following protracted contract negotiations. Since then, De Gea has been linked with several clubs and was even rumored to potentially return to United to provide cover during the Africa Cup of Nations for Andre Onana. According to The Athletic, De Gea would have…
Amid ongoing financial uncertainty in this transfer window, Everton might be compelled to sell some of their top players before they can strengthen Sean Dyche’s squad. The departure of Amadou Onana to Aston Villa for £50 million marked a significant move for Everton this summer. His exit follows that of Lewis Dobbin, who joined Villa for around £10 million at the end of June, and Ben Godfrey’s move to Atalanta for a similar fee. Despite these outgoings, Everton could see more players leave before the window closes. The focus is now on whether the club can retain Jarrad Branthwaite, amidst…
Chelsea are contemplating the sale of goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic just a year after his arrival at Stamford Bridge. After establishing himself as one of the brightest young talents in MLS, Chelsea signed the Serbian international last summer in a deal initially valued at £12.5 million. During the tumultuous 2023-24 season at Stamford Bridge, Petrovic made his Premier League debut as a substitute in December, filling in for the injured Robert Sanchez. He continued as Mauricio Pochettino’s first-choice goalkeeper for the rest of the season, keeping five clean sheets. Despite being excluded from Chelsea’s squad for the pre-season tour of the…
Liverpool is set to offload two players this summer following new manager Arne Slot’s decision to exclude them from the first team’s pre-season training, according to Sportskeeda. Central defenders Rhys Williams, 23, and Billy Koumetio, 21, have been training with the Under-21s, indicating they are not part of Slot’s plans for the upcoming season. Williams has made 19 appearances for Liverpool across all competitions, while Koumetio has featured twice for the senior team. With Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, and Ibrahima Konate ahead of them in the pecking order, their chances of breaking into the first team appear slim. Interest…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has dismissed rumors linking Kevin De Bruyne with a departure from the club amid speculation about a potential move to Saudi Arabia. De Bruyne, whose contract runs until 2025, recently mentioned he wouldn’t rule out a transfer, but Guardiola indicated there are unlikely to be major squad changes before the transfer window closes on August 30. “Kevin is staying,” Guardiola asserted during a press conference at North Carolina State University ahead of their U.S. tour match against Celtic. “I am very happy with the squad we have had for many years. I’m not sure what…
Manchester United are reportedly considering Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios as an alternative to Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte, should Casemiro depart this summer. Although no formal offer has been lodged for the Colombian international, who impressed during the Copa America, United have made inquiries, as per Goal Brasil via Football Transfers. AC Milan is also monitoring the 24-year-old. United is prepared to offer around €20 million for Rios, but Palmeiras is reluctant to part ways with him easily. According to an unnamed source, “The club will not negotiate with Rios in this window,” indicating Palmeiras’ stance on the matter. Palmeiras coach…
Chelsea has terminated Malang Sarr’s contract, allowing him to join RC Lens as a free agent from the Premier League club. Football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano announced this development on Monday. Romano reported on X: “Malang Sarr departs Chelsea as a free agent after terminating his contract to join RC Lens. The split between Sarr and Chelsea is finalized, as reported by L’Équipé. Medical tests are underway and the defender’s contract will be signed today.” Meanwhile, Manchester United has submitted their initial bid for Matthijs de Ligt of Bayern Munich. According to BILD, the Bundesliga side has turned down the…
Manchester United have reportedly earmarked two players to potentially replace Aaron Wan-Bissaka should he leave Old Trafford this summer. Wan-Bissaka has drawn interest from Fulham, Crystal Palace, West Ham, and Bournemouth. According to Sky Sports, Manchester United are considering Monaco’s Vanderson and Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong as candidates to fill the right-back position. The club is focused on strengthening manager Erik ten Hag’s squad ahead of the upcoming season, following a campaign where they finished outside the Premier League’s top positions but secured the FA Cup.
Manchester United is actively pursuing Chido Obi-Martin, a young talent from Arsenal whose schoolboy terms with the Gunners have ended. The 16-year-old striker, known for his prolific scoring ability, notably netted 29 goals in his last 11 games for Arsenal’s Under-18s. Obi-Martin, a Denmark youth international, has also attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, in addition to Manchester United. Dan Ashworth, United’s technical director, emphasizes their focus on developing young talent. “Of all the things I’ve learnt as a technical director, the big one is that it’s about giving young people a chance,” Ashworth told Training Ground Guru…
England and Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins proposed to his girlfriend Ellie Alderson during their holiday in Italy at Lake Como. The 28-year-old footballer, who has been in a relationship with interior designer Ellie since 2018, shared the news on social media, announcing their engagement. Ellie also expressed her joy on Instagram, sharing romantic photos from their trip and revealing they are set to tie the knot. The couple, who welcomed their first child, Amara, in September 2021, and their second child, son Marley, in April of the following year, are celebrating this new chapter in their lives.
Saudi club Al-Ahli is the latest to express interest in Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman. Earlier this summer, another Saudi club, Al-Ittihad, had also shown interest but withdrew after failing to reach an agreement with Atalanta. According to transfer expert Rudi Galetti, Al-Ahli has now joined the pursuit of Lookman. Reports suggest that Atalanta could demand around €70m for the Nigeria international. The 26-year-old Lookman has also been linked with Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea. Last season, he scored 17 goals and provided 10 assists in 45 appearances across all competitions for Atalanta.
Tobi Amusan, the world record holder, has been chosen as Nigeria’s flagbearer for the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, marking a historic moment for Nigerian athletics. She is the first track and field athlete in two decades to receive this prestigious honor. According to a tweet by Making of Champions on Tuesday, “Tobi Amusan has been named as Nigeria’s flagbearer for the opening ceremony of #Paris2024 #Olympics – she becomes the first Athletics athlete in 20yrs, since Mary Onyali at the Athens 2004 Games, to have such honors.” Amusan, renowned for her exceptional performances in the 100m…
Manchester United is gearing up for another significant move in the transfer market, aiming to disrupt AC Milan’s deal for Youssouf Fofana from Monaco. The Red Devils have been active this summer, securing striker Joshua Zirkzee and defender Leny Yoro. Now, they are targeting the French midfielder to further strengthen their squad. According to RMC, Fofana has already agreed personal terms with AC Milan, but United’s interest could complicate matters. Get French Football News reports: “Both Manchester United and AC Milan are interested in the France international. Monaco, however, is holding out for offers no less than €35m for the…
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen is eager to depart the Serie A club this summer. However, his proposed move to Paris Saint-Germain is at risk of collapsing, prompting Osimhen to weigh potential offers from Saudi Arabia. According to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, PSG is hesitant to meet the €100m release clause for the Super Eagles striker. Romano tweeted on Tuesday: “Victor Osimhen’s top priority remains leaving Napoli this summer. PSG is unwilling to pay the clause, and negotiations are currently on hold without the possibility of including Kang-in Lee. Osimhen may also consider bids from the Saudi League, with Napoli…
The Super Falcons of Nigeria are poised to commence their 2024 Paris Olympic Games campaign with a challenging opening match against Brazil. As nine-time champions of the African Women’s Cup of Nations, the Nigerian team aims to start their journey strongly, building on their winning momentum from the qualifiers. Nigeria secured their Olympic qualification with a hard-fought 1-0 aggregate victory over South Africa’s Bayana Bayana. In contrast, Brazil’s women’s team enters the high-profile encounter following a convincing 4-0 win against Jamaica in their recent warm-up match, seeking to start their Paris Olympic Games journey positively by defeating Nigeria once again.…
LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, has been named the male flagbearer for Team USA at the Paris Olympics, as announced by the USOPC on Monday. James, 39, was selected by his fellow US Olympians for the ceremony scheduled on Friday along the river Seine. The female flagbearer will be announced on Tuesday. “It’s an incredible honor to represent the United States on this global stage, especially at a moment that can unite the entire world,” said James, the power forward for the Los Angeles Lakers, in a statement released by the USOPC. “For a kid from Akron, this…
“Paris Saint-Germain Targets Trio of Napoli Players in Summer Transfer Window” According to Sky Sports, PSG is eyeing Victor Osimhen, Khvicha Kvaratshkelia, and Desire Doue from Napoli. The report mentions that the French Ligue 1 champions will be active over the next six weeks, looking to make significant moves in both incoming and outgoing transfers. They are particularly reluctant to part with defender Manuel Ugarte for anything less than €70 million. PSG is also fielding considerable interest in attacking midfielder Xavi Simons, exploring options for either a loan or permanent transfer. However, the final decision hinges on discussions between PSG…
“Manchester United have decided against parting ways with attacking midfielder Mason Mount in this summer’s transfer window, according to football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano’s tweet on X. Mount, who joined Man United from Chelsea last summer, faced scrutiny after an underwhelming first season at Old Trafford, sparking rumors of a potential sale. “Manchester United are currently not planning to sell Mason Mount despite reports,” Romano tweeted on Saturday. “Mount is fully focused on Manchester United after an unlucky first season and is prepared to give his best under Erik ten Hag this season. There are no plans to separate.”
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is prepared to authorize the Premier League club to sell vice-captain Ben Chilwell. According to The Athletic, the Blues will part ways with the left-back if the offer meets their valuation. Chilwell, who earns approximately £200,000 per week, ranks among Stamford Bridge’s highest-paid players. Maresca has reservations about whether Chilwell’s playing style aligns with his tactical preferences. Despite being a pivotal figure for Chelsea in recent seasons, the England international has been hampered by recurring injury problems during his tenure in West London. Last season, Chilwell managed just 21 appearances across all competitions due to a…