Latest Football Transfer News: Key Updates; Rumors
The football world is buzzing with transfer news and managerial shifts as the summer window progresses. Here are the key updates from across the papers:
Southgate’s Future with England
The Football Association (FA) has expressed its desire for Gareth Southgate to continue as England manager, even if the team loses the Euro 2024 final against Spain on Sunday. The FA values Southgate’s leadership and hopes he will stay on regardless of the outcome. (Mail)
Klopp’s Future Uncertain
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has emerged as the top candidate to replace Gregg Berhalter as the head coach of the USA national team. However, Klopp is not interested in the role and prefers to take a break from management. (Independent, Athletic)
In addition to the USA, Klopp is also being considered for the managerial position of the German national team. (Team Talk)
Al-Ittihad Targets Premier League Stars
Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad is closing in on a deal for Aston Villa’s 25-year-old France winger Moussa Diaby. Additionally, the club is in talks with Manchester United’s 32-year-old Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. (Yahoo, L’Equipe)
De Ligt’s Ambition
Bayern Munich’s 24-year-old Netherlands defender Matthijs de Ligt has expressed a desire to join Manchester United immediately. Bayern Munich is reportedly seeking €50 million (£42.1 million) for the defender. (Sky Sports, 90min)
Joao Neves in High Demand
Paris Saint-Germain has made a €70 million offer for Benfica’s 19-year-old Portugal international midfielder Joao Neves, while Manchester United has offered €60 million. However, Benfica is holding out for a fee closer to Neves’ €120 million release clause. (A Bola)
Arsenal and Bologna in Negotiations
Arsenal has submitted an offer for Bologna’s Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori, consisting of €40 million plus €10 million in add-ons. Bologna, however, is demanding €50 million plus a percentage of any future sale. (Sky Sports Italia)
Crystal Palace Stands Firm
Crystal Palace is determined not to sell 26-year-old England winger Eberechi Eze, despite interest from Tottenham and Manchester United. (Football Insider)
Nice Eyes Luton’s Mengi
French club Nice has shown interest in Luton Town’s 22-year-old English defender Teden Mengi. (Foot Mercato)
Arsenal’s Bid for Young Goalkeeper
Arsenal has made an opening bid for Ajax’s 18-year-old English goalkeeper Tommy Setford. (Fabrizio Romano)
Benfica Rejects Neves Offers
Benfica has turned down offers from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United for Joao Neves. (A Bola)
Milan and Newcastle Target Pavlovic
AC Milan is interested in signing RB Salzburg’s 23-year-old Serbia defender Strahinja Pavlovic, who is also on Newcastle’s radar. (Calciomercato)
West Ham Retains Young Talent
West Ham has successfully fended off interest from Manchester City and will retain their 16-year-old English midfielder Chinaza Nwosu in their academy. (Football Insider)
Chelsea Ends Omorodion Pursuit
Chelsea has decided to end their pursuit of Atletico Madrid’s 20-year-old Spanish striker Samu Omorodion. (Marca)
These updates highlight the ongoing negotiations and strategic decisions shaping the future of football. Stay tuned for more developments as the transfer window continues to heat up.
Source: BBC Sport