Transfer news live – Man Utd star’s exit, Chelsea close on Maresca, Arsenal blow

Southampton are plotting a move for former striker Danny Ings, who’s out of favour at West Ham.

Ings, 31, spent two years playing for his boyhood club before his fruitless move to Aston Villa in 2021 and Southampton want him to return for a second spell, according to talkSPORT.

Having joined West Ham for £12million 18 months ago, the ex-England international has only scored three Premier League goals in the last two seasons.

Adam Lallana is another former Southampton player who’s been linked with returning to St Mary’s.

Bayern Munich star Joshua Kimmich has rejected the opportunity to reunite with former manager Hansi Flick at Barcelona.

Catalan outlet Sport claim that Barca were unable to match the German midfielder’s salary demands, as he currently earns £17million per year.

Flick previously managed Kimmich, 29, for both Bayern and Germany and is set to be announced as Barcelona’s new boss imminently.

Borussia Dortmund are preparing to offload young forward Karim Adeyemi, according to Sky Germany.

The 22-year-old German, who arrived from Red Bull Salzburg as a replacement for Jadon Sancho two years ago, has only shown glimpses of his potential at Dortmund, scoring just three goals in 21 games this season.

Champions League finalists Dortmund are threfore ready to listen to offers, as they aim to drum up funds to re-sign Sancho permanently from Manchester United.

Everton are interested in signing Kalvin Phillips from Manchester City.

Phillips, 28, has endured a nightmare two years at City and was loaned out to West Ham for the second half of the season, although his fortunes didn’t improve.

The England international, not selected as part of Gareth Southgate’s squad for Euro 2024, had been tipped to rejoin boyhood club Leeds but their defeat in the Championship play-off final has rendered a return unlikely.

Everton’s chances have therefore been boosted, with Sky Sports reporting their interest.

Manchester United have added goalkeeper Andre Onana to their list of players who are considered unsellable this summer.

Onana, 28, has had a difficult first season at Old Trafford since joining from Inter Milan for £47.2million and despite a howler in the FA Cup final, the Daily Mail claim that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co don’t want to sell him.

The Cameroon international joins Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund.

Luka Modric has reiterated his desire to retire at Real Madrid and hopes to sign a one-year contract extension after this Saturday’s Champions League final.

“I have always said that I would like to retire at Real Madrid but in the end, we’ll see what happens,” Modric, 38, told COPE.

“I don’t know whats going to happen in a year, for example. I hope it happens, thats what I want. Thats my wish and it would be a dream for me to retire at the club of my life.”

The Croatian midfielder added: “Hopefully my extension is finalised on Saturday after winning the Champions League.”

Anthony Martial confirmed on Instagram last night that he’ll be leaving Manchester United when his contract expires next month.

Martial, 28, joined United from Monaco in 2015 for an initial fee worth £36million, potentially rising to £57.6m.

The 30-time France international, who managed just two goals this season in 19 appearances, posted: “Dear Manchester United fans, it’s with great emotion that I write to you today to say goodbye. After nine incredible years at the club, the time has come for me to turn a new page in my career.

“Since I arrived in 2015, I have had the immense honour of wearing this shirt and playing in front of you, the best supporters in the world! You have been an unwavering support, through the good times and the difficult. Your passion and loyalty have been a constant source of motivation for me.”

Read his full message here.

Real Madrid are set to submit their first offer for Lille wonderkid Leny Yoro which will be between €30million (£26m) and €40m (£34m).

Yoro, 18, has already been the subject of a bid from Paris Saint-Germain, but Real have asked the French centre-back to be patient and hope that his desire to join Carlo Ancelotti’s side will make the difference.

Bayern Munich have joined Barcelona in the race to sign Athletic Bilbao forward Nico Williams – and can afford his release clause.

According to Relovo, Bayern would be willing to pay the €60million (£52m) it’d take to sign Williams, who’s been named in Spain’s squad for Euro 2024.

Barcelona have long been linked with the 21-year-old winger but remain in financial jeopardy.

Jonathan Rowe had a season to remember with Norwich City and the 21-year-old’s exploits could land a place in the Premier League next season.

The talented winger notched 17 goal contributions in 38 appearances in his first full season in senior football, along with a number of eye-catching displays for the Canaries.

And top-flight sides West Ham and Wolves have liked what they’ve seen and are credited with showing an interest in the England Under-21 star.

Aleix Garcia is poised to swap Girona for Bayer Leverkusen, according to Sky Sport in Germany.

26-year-old midfielder Garcia played nine times for Manchester City under Manuel Pellegrini and Pep Guardiola, scoring once, and was a regular this season as Girona came third in La Liga.

A verbal agreement is said to be in place for the Spaniard, who would cost around £17m.

Chelsea are considering hijacking Newcastle’s deal to sign out-of-contract Fulham star Tosin Adarabioyo.

The i claim that Chelsea have held talks with the 26-year-old defender, who was expected to join Bournemouth’s Lloyd Kelly in signing for Newcastle on a free this summer.

Adarabioyo came through Manchester City’s academy and briefly played under incoming Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca.

Arsenal target Joshua Zirkzee says that it’d be ‘wonderful’ to stay at Bologna and play in the Cnampions League next season.

The Dutch striker helped fire Thiago Motta’s side to fifth place in Serie A, benefitting from Italy’s extra Champions League spot.

Zirkzee, 23, has subsequently been linked with a €40million (£34m) move to Arsenal, who want to bring in a striker, but he’d seemingly be happy to stay put.

“At the moment my head is only in Bologna,” the ex-Bayern Munich prospect told Corriere Di Bologna.

“I would choose the best for the club. I will only do what makes sense in my heart… It’s clear that for me it would be wonderful to defend this goal (the Champions League) we achieved together. What we experienced in Piazza Maggiore was unforgettable.”

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Porto President Jorge Nuno Pinto da Costahas confirmed that former Man United target Mehdi Taremi has sealed a move to Inter Milan.

Asked by A Bola if the Iranian frontman will leave the club, he replied: “I think so. It’s clear that he’s already signed for Inter

“These things happen at all clubs. It even happened at PSG, the club with the most money.”

Virgil van Dijk has revealed that he held talks with incoming Liverpool boss Arne Slot and will now stay at the club.

Speaking to NOS, the Dutchman said: “That felt good.

“We discussed everything. About the squad, but also about my personal situation. I am and will remain the captain and still have one year left on my contract.”

Chelsea are attempting to hijack Newcastle’s deal for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo.

The centre-back is out of contract this season and has been strongly linked with a move to St James’ Park. However, according to Sky Sports, the Blues have offered him a contract to move to Stamford Bridge on a free transfer.

Should it go through as expected, he would be reunited with Cole Palmer and possible Enzo Maresca.

Manchester United and Arsenal are set to go head-to-head to sign French wonderkid Desire Doue.

The youngster could be available for £35m this summer but the Premier League sides are not the only ones interested. European clubs such as Paris St Germain, Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund are all tracking Doue.

Arsenal star Albert Sambi Lokonga has admitted that he has lodged a transfer request to the Gunners after his loan spell with Luton Town.

Speaking to VOO Sport, he said: “I think that [my time at Arsenal] is slowly coming to the end. I had a discussion with the club and what was said is that the best solution for me was to leave. I have a one year contract plus a one year option, so now it’s up to the club and my agent to find the best solution.”

Crysecio Summerville will spearhead a mass exit from Elland Road following Leeds’ failure to earn promotion.

That is according to Mail Online, who suggest that Daniel Farke’s side will be forced to sell a number of key players this summer. Liverpool are interested in Summerville, while Archie Gray, Georginio Rutter and Willy Gnonto are among those who could be moved on.

While Branthwaite could be off the table. the Red Devils could potentially seal a deal for Karim Adeyemi.

According to Sky in Germany, Borussia Dortmund would be open to selling the forward at the right price. There is interest from the Premier League but a move could depend on Dortmund finding a replacement.

Manchester United are willing to bin a move for Everton’sJarrad Branthwaite should a move grow too costly.

According to the Daily Star, the Red Devils don’t want to be held to ransom for any deals now Sir Jim Ratcliffe has taken control.

It is suggested that Everton value Branthwaite at £80m, while Man United only value him at £60m. Should a compromise not be found, the Red Devils could be forced to move on.

One man who won’t be moving on this summer is Aston Villa boss Unai Emery.

The Spaniard led Villa into the Champions League and has signed a new contract in the Midlands. He is now tied down until 2029.

He said: “I am very happy to take this step and the responsibility of leading this club. Since I came to Villa with Wes and Nassef we found always the best environment and structure to develop a project with the highest ambition.”

Eddie Howe’s Newcastle are interested in a deal for James Trafford following Burnley’s relegation from the Premier League.

Mail Online report that the Magpies are eyeing him as competition for Nick Pope. They have also cooled their interest in Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale.

Trafford could reportedly be available for around £20m.

The Seagulls are reportedly still monitoring a potential move for Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna after the 38-year-old pulled out of the running for the Chelsea job.

Brighton departed with Roberto De Zerbi at the end of the Premier League season and have maintained a push to land the Tractor Boys’ boss.

Yet, according to Fabrizio Romano, Brighton’s hierarchy want an answer from McKenna regarding his future by the end of this week.

Pep Guardiola hinted that the end of his tenure at Manchester City could be sooner rather than later and according to the Daily Mail, the end could be as soon as next season.

As such, City are prepping for the next era with three managers already on the short-list.

The trio include Girona’s Michel, Germany boss Julian Naglesmann and Bayer Leverkesen manager Xabi Alonso.

Chelsea are making a last-ditch effort to sign Newcastle target Tosin Adarabioyo from Fulham, according to The Express.

Former Manchester City defender Tosin is out of contract at Craven Cottage, and a Newcastle switch had looked the most likely.

However, the Blues, who pipped Eddie Howe’s side to European qualificaiton, haven’t given up on a deal as they look to strengthen after Thiago Silva’s exit.

Teun Koopmeiners isn’t the only Atalanta star on Liverpool’s radar, with Tuttosport (via Sport Witness) indicating the Reds also like the Dutchman’s midfield partner Ederson.

Ederson, who was added to Brazil’s Copa America squad, starred as Atalanta beat Bayer Leverkusen to win the Europa League final.

The 24-year-old, who spent time with Cruzeiro and Corinthians earlier in his career, has also been on the radar of Manchester United and Newcastle United.

Former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is expected to hold talks with Napoli over their manager’s job early this week.

According to Sky Sports, the Italian could sign a three-year deal with the 2022-23 Serie A champions, who slumped to 10th this season.

Conte has been biding his time since leaving Tottenham in 2023, but is expected to take over from interim boss Francesco Calzona at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

Saudi club Al-Ittihad are keen on Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson, The Mail claim.

Ederson is said to be considering a move away from the Etihad Stadium, seven years after joining City from Benfica.

Fellow Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr have also been linked with the Brazil international, with their current keeper David Ospina out of contract this summer.

Johannes Hoff Thorup is a leading contender for the Norwich job, with Sky Sports reporting the Canaries plan to make a formal approach for the Dane.

Norwich are looking for a new boss, having sacked David Wagner following a play-off semi-final defeat.

Hoff Thorup, 35, finished fifth with Nordsjaelland this season after qualifying for the Europa Conference League in 2023.

Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City future remains the subject of speculation, with the manager out of contract in 2025.

If he does go, City face a challenge picking the right man yo replace him, but we’ve looked at a few of the contenders – all of whom will want to boost their case between now and next summer.

Luton midfielder Ross Barkley could return to Aston Villa, with The Mail reporting a three-year contract will be put on the table for the ex-Chelsea star.

Barkley, who spent time on loan at Villa Park when Dean Smith was manager, could return following Luton’s relegation.

There have been questions over the length of the 30-year-old’s Hatters contract, but the club are said to be expecting him to leave after he scored five goals and added four assists despite their relegation.

Manchester City will receive £20m for defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis following Southampton’s promotion.

The centre-back, who came through City’s academy, played 46 times in all competitions after joining Saints on a season-long loan.

Russell Martin’s side won the play-off final on Sunday, and their promotion back to the Premier League triggers a clause to make Harwood-Bellis’ move permanent.

Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini plans to stay in Bergamo despite reports of interest from Napoli.

“Napoli will make their choice, I am tied to Atalanta and will continue to be,” he told Sky Sport (via Football Italia)

“I am sure Napoli will build a great team in future, especially as they have solid foundations.

“I am faithful [to Atalanta]! I never said otherwise. I was just focused on the games we had to play. I never left room for any other type of debate.”

Lautaro Martinez’s wage demands remain an issue when it comes to a new deal for the Argentine, according to director Beppe Marotta.

Argentina forward Martinez is under contract until 2026, but there are hopes of an extension despite these questions.

“When you negotiate with players, that [the salary] is always the issue,” Marotta said, per reports from Italy (as translated via Football Italia).

“Talks have not been put on hold, but clearly, we had to slow down a little because bureaucratic aspects are coming from the transition from one owner to another.

“Indeed, we are confident because the player strongly wants to continue with us and this is a principle that safeguards any possible negotiation.”

Barcelona boss Xavi has made his position clear after the club decided to part ways with the former Spain midfielder.

Xavi had announced midway through the season that he wanted to leave, only for Barca to convince him to change his mind before later dismissing him anyway.

“It’s not a feeling of liberation because I wanted to continue here,” Xavi said, as translated by Football Espana.

“These are decisions made by the club. I understand and respect them, but I thought this was not over”,

Leonardo Bonucci has called time on his career after narrowly failing to deliver a title at Fenerbahce.

The centre-back, who won Euro 2020 with Italy, was part of a Fener side which finished on 99 points in the Super Lig but couldn’t reel in Galatasaray.

“It was a pleasure for me to be a part of this wonderful family,” the 37-year-old, who failed to earn an Italy recall for the upcoming Euros in Germany, told club media before the final day victory over Istanbulspor.

After last night’s reports that the upcoming season could be Pep Guardiola’s last at Manchester City, attention may turn to the Catalan manager’s potential successors.

Replacing a Treble-winning boss won’t be easy, but there are bound to be contenders for one of the toughest managerial hires in recent memory.

Let us know your preference for City’s next permanent boss, as well as your thoughts on any of today’s other transfer talk, in the comments section

Leicester boss Enzo Maresca will not be leaving for Sevilla, according to reports on the continent (via Football Espana).

The Spanish club are on the lookout for a new boss after Quique Sanchez Flores’ exit, with a number of bosses with La Liga experience said to be on their shortlist.

There was also reported interest in Maresca, who spent four years with Sevilla in his playing days, but the Foxes manager has no plans to leave for his former club.

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi made multiple attempts to persuade Kylian Mbappe to stay, including warning the forward he couldn’t ‘betray’ the club, according to L’Equipe (via Get French Football News).

France international Mbappe has already announced he intends to leave the Parc des Princes, with an announcement about his Real Madrid move imminent.

Mbappe was unable to lead PSG to the Champions League final in his farewell season, with Borussia Dortmund beating Luis Enrique’s side in the semis.