Arsenal are exploring a summer move for Bayern Munich‘s Leroy Sané, as João Félix is attracting interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Arsenal are “seriously interested” in signing Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sané on a free transfer this summer, Sky Sports Deutschland reports. While the Germany international’s preference is to stay at Bayern, he is yet to receive an official contract offer despite entering the final few months of his deal. His performances of late, including an excellent brace at home last weekend to St. Pauli, have been recognized by the club’s hierarchy. However, Arsenal’s interest in Sané could complicate matters, as concrete talks have already taken place between the two parties.
– João Félix is attracting interest from Galatasaray and Saudi Arabia after AC Milan opted not to sign him on a permanent deal this summer, reports Nicolo Schira. The 25-year-old has been on loan at AC Milan since January, but has generally struggled to make an impact at San Siro. As such, the Italian club aren’t expected to trigger their option at the end of the season, which could open the door to the likes of Galatasaray and others. Félix is due to return to Chelsea in June, where he is under contract until 2031.
– Marcus Rashford’s huge wages could prove to be a major stumbling block for Aston Villa if they trigger the player’s permanent transfer clause, reports Football Insider. The 27-year-old is on loan at Villa from Manchester United, and the West Midlands club have the option to sign him at the end of the season for a reported £40 million fee. If Villa do exercise the option, they’ll also have to fund Rashford’s salary, which is around £350,000 per week at United.
– Napoli are still interested in Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior and could soon make an offer, TeamTalk reports. With an asking price of just £20m, the Poland international will be in high demand. Bayer Leverkusen are also keeping tabs on Kiwior, ahead of the expected departure of centre-back Jonathan Tah. The 25-year-old, who chiefly operates as a central defender for Arsenal, hasn’t featured in the Premier League since last December.
– Everton have identified Burnley’s Maxime Estève as a potential Jarrad Branthwaite replacement, reports Footmercato. The outlet suggests that West Ham United and AC Milan have also enquired about the 22-year-old, who has been a stand-out performer in the EFL Championship this season. In the case of the Rossoneri, Estéve’s hefty price tag, which isn’t disclosed, appears to have cooled their interest for the time being.
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OTHER RUMORS
– AC Milan’s Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, 26. is being tracked by Manchester City for a summer move, with Barcelona also reported to be interested. (TeamTalk)
– Bournemouth are only interested in a straight cash offer of £45m from Liverpool for left-back Milos Kerkez. Reds goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher is not of interest to the Cherries as part of the deal. (The Times)
– Cristiano Ronaldo is not likely to join Internazionale to play in the Club World Cup. There had been speculation that the Portugal international could head to San Siro when his Al Nassr deal expires at the end of the season. (Tuttosport)
– Arsenal are set to begin talks with Bukayo Saka‘s representative over a new contract. Andrea Berta, the club’s new sporting director, wants the 23-year-old to commit a new long-term deal. However, there is no immediate rush as the England international has two years remaining on his contract. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Chelsea are not expected to try to sign a first-choice goalkeeper in the summer, with Djordje Petrovic returning from loan at Strasbourg and Mike Penders due to complete his move from Genk. (Daily Telegraph)
