9.30pm: Matthijs de Ligt offers Manchester United fresh transfer hope
Matthijs de Ligt has offered Manchester United hope in securing his signature as he has admitted it may not be time to join Barcelona.
“I still do not know what my heart says, I have been concentrated all the time in Ajax and in the national team,” he told Mundo Deportivo.
“Now in my vacations I will be able to think about it and decide what I am going to do with my future.”
When asked about joining Barcelona and why he was thinking about his options De Ligt explained he was uncertain of the timing.
He added: “Because maybe it's not the time yet, it's something I have to think about and decide during my vacations, nothing more.”
De Ligt admits he would like to play with Lionel Messi and Frenkie de Jong at the Nou Camp but he needs to do what is right for him.
He said: “Of course it would be nice, but I must also look at what is best for me.”
Transfer news LIVE: Matthijs de Ligt has been speaking again (Image: GETTY)
8.50pm UPDATE: Ivan Rakitic snubs Man Utd
Manchester United have been snubbed by Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic amid reports he is wanted by Ole Gunner Solskjaer.
The Croatia international has been approached by the Red Devils.
That’s according to reports in Spain today as United look to overhaul their squad.
But the Daily Star claim Rakitic will not be making a switch to Old Trafford this summer.
That’s because the 31-year-old has no interest in joining a team who are not in the Champions League.
Barcelona could be tempted into selling Rakitic in order to fund moves for Matthijs de Ligt and Antoine Griezmann this summer.
But it appears the central midfielder has no intention of linking up with Solskjaer.
Transfer news LIVE: Ivan Rakitic has snubbed Man Utd (Image: GETTY)
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7.45pm UPDATE: Aaron Wan-Bissaka warned on Man Utd move
Crystal Palace legend John Salako has told Aaron Wan-Bissaka to snub Manchester United this summer.
“He's got the world at his feet. But my only concern is that we had Wilfried Zaha leave at a young age and he didn't cope," he told Love Sport radio.
“He wasn't mature enough and didn't really settle in at Man United. He ended up coming back and has had the best spell of his career since he came back.
“He's obviously another one linked with moving away but I'm just a bit concerned with Aaron. It's been his first full season and it's been absolutely magnificent.
“He couldn't have been lying in bed and dreamed of a better debut season. He probably needs more games.
“I would compare him to Nathaniel Clyne who came through the system at Palace and was tremendous.
“He played 120-odd games and then went to Southampton, Liverpool, played for England and everything seemed to fall into place for him because he had that maturity.
“He knew his job and he was confident in himself and his game. It's too early for Aaron. He needs another season.”
Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd want Aaron Wan-Bissaka (Image: GETTY)
7pm UPDATE: Arsenal eye Mario Hermoso
Arsenal boss Unai Emery is looking to make a move for a central defender this summer.
And the Spaniard has set his sights on Espanyol star Mario Hermoso, it has been claimed.
Journalist Alex Perez believes the Gunners are looking to raid for the 23-year-old as they look to bolster their backline.
Arsenal are not blessed with options in defence.
Laurent Koscielny struggles to stay fit, Sokratis Papastathopoulos and Shkodran Mustafi have been inconsistent while Rob Holding has been out injured.
And now Perez claims Emery is set to swoop for Hermoso.
He tweeted: “Mario Hermoso's name sounds strong in London. The Arsenal is one of the teams interested in the center #RCDE”
Transfer news LIVE: Mario Hermoso is wanted by Arsenal (Image: GETTY)
6pm UPDATE: Chelsea open talks with Frank Lampard
Chelsea have opened talks with Derby manager Frank Lampard over a sensational return to Stamford Bridge.
The managerial role in West London was cast into doubt ahead of the Europa League final win last month, with current boss Maurizio Sarri heavily linked to a return to Italy with Serie A champions Juventus.
And Chelsea officials have now spoken to their former midfield maestro over the possibility of taking over at SW6.
The Daily Mail claim Sarri will leave Stamford Bridge this month, leaving the way clear for Chelsea to bring in their all-time leading goalscorer, who has had just one year of managerial experience with the Rams.
Lampard's lack of time at the helm is said to have been a worry for the Blues, but it is claimed owner Roman Abramovich holds the Chelsea legend in high regard after a glittering 13-year career.
Transfer news LIVE: Frank Lampard is wanted by Chelsea to be their new manager (Image: GETTY)
5.30pm UPDATE: Tottenham tie down youngster
Tottenham young gun George Marsh has signed a new contract with the club that runs until 2021.
The 20-year-old made his senior debut during last summer’s pre-season International Champions Cup tournament in the United States.
The midfielder made his competitive bow as a second-half substitute in a 7-0 FA Cup win at Tranmere Rovers in January.
Spurs clearly think Marsh has potential judging from the length of contract they were willing to offer him.
Transfer news LIVE: Tottenham have tied down a youngster (Image: GETTY)
4.15pm UPDATE: Man Utd make approach for Ivan Rakitic
Manchester United have made an approach for Barcelona star Ivan Rakitic, it has been claimed.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to add proven quality to his side this summer after a dismal season which saw the Red Devils finish down in sixth in the Premier League.
Barcelona need to raise funds to sign Antoine Griezmann and Matthijs de Ligt and therefore could be tempted to sell.
Spanish outlet Sport claim United have made the approach for Rakitic with Ander Herrera set to leave the club.
The Croatian has won four La Liga titles and a Champions League at Barcelona.
Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd have made an approach for Ivan Rakitic (Image: GETTY)
3.30pm UPDATE: Maurizio Sarri Chelsea exit latest
Italian football expert Adam Digby has given the latest on Maurizio Sarri leaving Chelsea for Juventus.
“I think the Juve fans are likely to be a bit underwhelmed - they seem to have been promised Pep Guardiola or Mauricio Pochettino all summer! Some reports have suggested the delay is because Juve are still holding out hope they could get someone else.
“Sarri is a gruff character who has antagonised Juve fans in the past. It remains to be seen how long it takes for him to win over the fans.
“It seems to take time for Sarri to settle and embed his ideas. That doesn't really seem to mesh with Juve, where there's an urge to win immediately.
“They need to modernise their style and Sarri can certainly do that but he's spoken previously about playing well and finishing second and Juve's style and tradition is to win at all costs - otherwise they will feel the money they've spent on Cristiano Ronaldo and other players will be going to waste.”
Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is set to leave the club (Image: GETTY)
14:30 UPDATE: DDG replacements
Manchester United will try to sign Ajax ace Andre Onana if they can’t keep hold of David de Gea this summer, according to a report.
David de Gea is angling for a new contract at United that would see him become the highest paid player at the club.
But the Spaniard’s requests have so far been denied, and it’s thought Manchester United are willing to sell him for between £60m-75m.
Jan Oblak, who is keen on leaving Atletico Madrid, was thought to be the frontrunner to replace De Gea.
But The Independent are reporting that Ajax ‘keeper Onana is first on United’s list of potential replacements.
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14:15 UPDATE: Mignolet out, Etheridge in
Jurgen Klopp should sell Simon Mignolet and replace him with Neil Etheridge of Cardiff, says Steve Nicol.
Nicol told ESPN FC: “I think this would be a good signing. I think the 69 goals he [Etheridge] let in, he probably had no chance with 55 of them, let’s be honest.
“Mignolet has to go, he has to go and play. You need a back-up who is going to be happy to be there but who is of a certain level that whenever something may happen to Alisson, you’re going to put Etheridge in and he’s going to do a great job.
“I think this is a good signing. He’s 29 years old, he’s been around, he knows what it’s like to be playing at the lower level so his feet will be firmly on the ground.”
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14:00 UPDATE: The back-up plan
Manchester United have an alternative full-back in mind should they fail to sign Crystal Palace star Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
The Red Devils are looking to snare Wan-Bissaka - but the Eagles’ £65million valuation could scupper the deal.
And should Roy Hodgson’s side stick to their valuation - Manchester United will look to Norwich defender Max Aarons, according to Sky Sports journalist Kaveh Solhekol.
“Manchester United interested in signing Norwich City defender Max Aarons if their move for Crystal Palace right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka is unsuccessful,” Solhekol wrote on Twitter. “Palace also want Aarons - if they sell Wan-Bissaka to United.”
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13:45 UPDATE: Edinson Cavani to Atleti
Atletico Madrid are set to intensify their efforts to sign PSG striker Edinson Cavani.
According to Cadena Cope, Diego Simeone wants the Uruguayan international to bolster his attacking options with Antoine Griezmann set to depart.
Cavani has one year left on his contract and PSG may prefer to sell rather than lose the 32-year-old for free next summer.
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13:30 UPDATE: Chelsea transfer ban
Chelsea have NOT requested for their FIFA transfer ban to be frozen while they wait for the outcome of their appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
The Blues were slapped with the original ban over the past recruitment of foreign minors.
They’ve since appealed the decision and are awaiting a final verdict.
But in the meantime, the CAS have come out to say the ban will be upheld through the appeal process, and that it hasn’t been frozen because Chelsea haven’t filed anything for that particular request.
In a statement obtained by The Telegraph’s Matt Law, the CAS said: “For a challenged decision to be stayed during the CAS proceedings, a specific request to this effect must be made.
“At the time of writing, a request has not been filed in the Chelsea / FIFA matter. Accordingly, the FIFA decision remains in force."
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13:15 UPDATE: £65m? That’s crazy!
Arsenal legend Ray Parlour thinks £65million is a ‘crazy’ fee to pay for Crystal Palace star Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Manchester United are trying to bring the talented 21-year-old to Old Trafford.
However, the Eagles have turned down United’s initial £40m and want a whopping £65m instead - something Parlour described as ‘madness’.
“It is madness, absolute madness,” he said on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast.
“I really like him, I think he’s an excellent player and I’ve seen him on quite a few occasions. His defending is very good and he gets forward. But for £65million? It’s crazy.”
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13:00 UPDATE: Bruno Fernandes quotes
Bruno Fernandes will not force his way out of Sporting Lisbon despite dreaming of a move to England.
"Of course it is possible to continue in Sporting," Fernandes told Portuguese station Radio Renascenca. "I do not know what the truth of what has been in the newspapers is.
"I will have time now to know this, but I'm good at Sporting. I never said that I want to leave, but there are dreams that I would like to fulfil and one of them is to play in England.
"It is not now the English clubs and interested parties appear that I say this. It was always a dream."
Fernandes added: "I’m good at Sporting, I do not think about leaving but there are clubs and proposals that cannot be rejected. I will only do this if Sporting agrees with me."
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12:45 UPDATE: Pogba fee ‘miles apart’
Real Madrid have ditched plans to sign Tottenham playmaker Christian Eriksen - leaving Manchester United’s Paul Pogba their top priority.
Eriksen went public with his desire to leave Spurs last week but the Daily Star claim Zinedine Zidane has blocked any potential deal.
It’s said the Dane is now relying on Inter Milan to offer him a route out of London.
The Daily Star claim Zidane views Pogba as the ‘last piece of the puzzle’ and is convinced the Frenchman wants to leave Old Trafford this summer.
However, it’s believed United want £133.5million for the 26-year-old - miles away from what Real would be prepared to pay.
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12:30 UPDATE: Keylor Navas exit
Real Madrid goalkeeper Keylor Navas wants to leave the Bernabeu, reports claim.
Navas has reportedly been told that he’ll play second-fiddle to Thibaut Courtois next season and the Costa Rica international wants out.
According to Spanish newspaper AS, Navas would ideally like to leave this summer despite having two years remaining on his contract.
Celtic target Nick Powell has made a decision about his future and it’s not good news for Neil Lennon.
Celtic manager Lennon is under pressure from Hoops fans to bring attacking talent to the club ahead of the new Premiership season.
And former Manchester United forward Nick Powell was touted as a possible incoming deal at Parkhead, but he has since opted to join Championship outfit Stoke.
Bleacher Report man Dean Jones confirmed on Twitter the outcome of Powell’s choice between the English and Scottish clubs by saying: “Nick Powell is set to join Stoke City after turning down the chance to go to Celtic.”
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12:00 UPDATE: Gareth Bale backed to sign
Manchester United have been backed to take a risk by signing Gareth Bale from Real Madrid by former coach Rene Meulensteen.
“You would obviously talk about bringing in a high-profile player in, but is Gareth Bale still at his best?” Meulensteen told talkSPORT.
“We all know he’s had his fair share of injuries, so it’s always a risk.
“But, on the other hand, a top-notch Gareth Bale is a really good asset for Manchester United.
“He brings power, he brings pace and he can create and score goals. It’s a bit difficult to see where he is at the moment, though.”
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11:45 UPDATE: Unhappy Neymar
Neymar wants to rejoin Barcelona.
That’s the claim from Spanish newspaper Sport.
It’s claimed the Brazilian international is annoyed with PSG’s inability to challenge for the Champions League having twice been knocked out in the last 16.
Sport claim Neymar believes Barcelona represents his best chance of winning Europe’s top competition.
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11:30 UPDATE: Fonseca appointed
Roma have appointed Paulo Fonseca as their new coach with the former Shakhtar Donetsk boss signing a two-year contract.
Fonseca, who Ukrainian club Shakhtar to the league and cup double three years in a row between 2016 and 2019, replaces Claudio Ranieri, who was appointed in March on a temporary basis until the end of the season.
"I am very pleased to be appointed the head coach of AS Roma," Portuguese Fonseca said.
”I want to thank the club's management for the opportunity they have given me. I am excited and motivated by the task ahead of us."
It's official - Paulo Fonseca will be the new head coach of #ASRoma!
Jose Mourinho is prepared to take over as Chelsea manager for a THIRD time, reports claim.
The Europa League winners are searching for a replacement for Juventus-bound Maurizio Sarri with Frank Lampard the current favourite.
Max Allegri, Erik ten Hag, Nuno Espirito Santo and Javi Gracia are also in the frame.
But The Sun say Jose would be happy to return to Stamford Bridge.
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11:00 UPDATE: Jack Butland bid
Premier League newcomers Aston Villa are ready to splash the cash on Stoke goalkeeper Jack Butland.
The Sun claim Dean Smith’s side want a stopper with a wealth of top-tier experience and have identified Butland.
It’s claimed Villa are ready to launch a £20m bid for the 26-year-old England keeper - £12m less than Stoke’s valuation.
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10:45 UPDATE: Paul Pogba wage cut
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is prepared to take a significant pay cut to join Real Madrid, Marca claim.
Zinedine Zidane has identified Paul Pogba as his top priority after the arrivals of Eden Hazard from Chelsea and striker Luka Jovic from Eintracht Frankfurt.
However, Marca claim they’ll need to fork out £135million for the French international.
The massive transfer fee combined with Real’s Financial Fair Play restrictions could scupper any potential deal - but Pogba is reportedly doing all he can to seal the move.
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10:30 UPDATE: Harry Maguire chase
Manchester United will have to break the world-record transfer fee paid for a defender - the £75million Liverpool paid for Virgil van Dijk - if they are to sign Leicester star Harry Maguire.
Both Manchester clubs want to complete a deal this transfer window, with Pep Guardiola’s side now without long-serving captain Vincent Kompany.
Leicester, who signed Maguire from Hull for £17m in June 2017, do not want to sell their ball-playing defender.
A source told Sky Sports News that the Foxes believe the 26-year-old is worth in the region of £80million.
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10:15 UPDATE: Danny Rose to Old Trafford
Manchester United could reportedly renew their interest in Tottenham defender Danny Rose.
Rose, 28, is contracted to the Premier League club until 2021 and acknowledged that the club's policy on senior players may see him on the transfer list.
Subsequently, the Manchester Evening News have reported that United could swoop for the left-back to provide competition for Luke Shaw.
10:00 UPDATE: No Max Kruse interest
Liverpool have decided against signing striker Max Kruse from Werder Bremen.
That’s because Jurgen Klopp is impressed with the form of Divock Origi and doesn’t want to block the progress of Rhian Brewster at Anfield.
The Liverpool Echo claim that although Kruse would be available on a free transfer, the Reds manager has no interest in the 31-year-old.
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09:30 UPDATE: Matthijs De Ligt hint
Ajax superstar Matthijs De Ligt has hinted that Barcelona will be his next destination.
Manchester United, PSG and Barcelona have all been linked with the 19-year-old centre-back.
However, the Independent claim De Ligt is leaning towards the Catalan giants because his priority is game time over money.
“I still do not know what my heart says. In my holidays I will be able to think about it and decide what I am going to do with my future,” De Ligt said.
“The most important thing is to know that in the team where I go I can have a leading role and play many games.
“I do not know when I’m going to have it resolved, but I’m going to take my time. Money is not the problem. Of course it would be nice to play De Jong at Barça, but I must also look at what is best for me.”
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09:15 UPDATE: Cesc Fabregas swipe
Maurizio Sarri will “never” veer away from the style of football that he wants to play, according to Cesc Fabregas.
“He is a manager with his own ideas and he doesn't move from them much,” Fabregas said.
"He has an idea of how he wants to play and the football that he really wants to play.
“He doesn't move from it. No matter what you tell him, no matter what you advise him, no matter what your opinion is, he will never change.
"But he did it the way he likes it. He has his own vision of football and, in the end, he is where he is with it and you have to respect that."
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09:00 UPDATE: Ola Aina exit
Torino are set to sign Chelsea defender Ola Aina.
The 22-year-old played 30 times in Serie A for the Turin outfit and provided one goal and three assists during that stint.
And according to Torino president Urbano Cairo, Aina’s switch to Italy will be made permanent.
Cairo said to Sky Italia: "We exercised our option to buy Ola Aina, as well as [Christian] Ansaldi and [Koffi] Djidji. Now Torino own all their players."
Reacting to Cairo’s comments, Goal’s Chelsea reporter Nizaar Kinsella said on Twitter: “Torino president Urbano Cairo has confirmed that Ola Aina has left Chelsea after his £8.9m (€10m) option was exercised. I have been reporting their intent to do so since January. We should see the social media announcements on official accounts soon. #CFC”
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08:45 UPDATE: Bruno Fernandes agreement
Manchester United have reached an agreement with Sporting Lisbon to sign Bruno Fernandes.
That’s according to director of Italian broadcaster Pietro Balanzo Prota of Radio Rossonera.
Fernandes’ talents are in demand after the Sporting CP captain mustered an incredible 32 goals and 18 assists in 53 matches across all competitions for the Portuguese outfit from an attacking midfield role.
And it appears Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side have taken the lead over other interested suitors including Tottenham, Liverpool and Inter Milan as they look to build on their acquisition of Daniel James from Swansea.
“An agreement with the club has been reached,” Balzano Prota wrote on Twitter. “They are supposedly working on the last details, one aspect being the commissions.
“Various clubs seem interested in the player, but for now Man Utd is very close to signing him.”
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08:30 UPDATE: Matthijs de Ligt latest
Matthijs de Ligt has an agreement in place to join Barcelona if he snubs Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain.
That is according to football reporter Oriol Domenech, who dropped an update on the Ajax ace while appearing on Spanish show Club de la Mitjanit on Monday night.
"The number is already agreed upon and that is what Barca will pay if De Ligt decides to come,” Domenech said on Esport3 and Catalunya Radio show Club de la Mitjanit.
"The agreement between the two clubs is total."
Domenech clarified the fee Barcelona are set to hand over for De Ligt if he chooses to sign for them is about £67m (€75m).
Belgian international Yannick Carrasco has an agreement in place to join Arsenal.
That’s the claim of Italian journalist Nicolo Schira, who says the Gunners are finalising the details with Chinese club Dalian Yifang.
“Arsenal is defining for Carrasco from Dalian Yifang. Contacts ongoing with Chinese club to finalise the last details of the deal. The Belgian player has already an agreement with Gunners,” Schira wrote on Twitter.
The winger scored 14 goals during his second season at Atletico, shortly after he became the first Belgian to score in a European Cup final.
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08:00 UPDATE: Bruno Fernandes hijack
Jurgen Klopp should make a move to sign Manchester United transfer target Bruno Fernandes, says Steve Nicol.
Fernandes’ talents are in demand after the Sporting CP captain mustered an incredible 32 goals and 18 assists in 53 matches across all competitions for the Portuguese outfit from an attacking midfield role.
And Nicol wants to see Liverpool make a move for the Portugal international, who could cost around £70million.
“I think this would be a decent signing for Liverpool. He would play in the middle of the park,” the former Reds right-back told ESPN FC. “I think Bruno Fernandes would be a good addition.
“Liverpool need to get a bigger squad and a bigger squad so that they can give people a break without the standard dropping.”
Chelsea have made a £62million offer for Valencia star Goncalo Guedes, it has been claimed.
The Blues sold Eden Hazard to Real Madrid for an initial £89m and are therefore looking for a replacement.
And Plaza Deportiva claim the Blues are desperate to sign Guedes this summer.
The 22-year-old impressed this season for Valencia, netting eight goals and providing four assists in all competitions.
And after consulting with agent Jorge Mendes, Chelsea believe Guedes would be the best replacement for Hazard.
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07:30 UPDATE: Paul Pogba public plea…
Manchester United aren’t prepared to listen to offers for midfielder Paul Pogba, reports claim.
According to Spanish newspaper AS, Real Madrid aren’t hopeful of their chances of luring the French international to the Bernabeu this summer.
Previously it was reported that £143million would tempt the Red Devils to part with Pogba - but AS claim United haven’t set a fee and want to build their side around the 26-year-old.
Real Madrid are therefore relying on Pogba to make a public demand to leave the club.
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07:15 UPDATE: Arsenal swoop rejected
Sampdoria have rejected Arsenal’s raid for Joachim Andersen and Dennis Praet.
That’s according to the Mirror, who claim Arsenal offered £43million for the pair.
Andersen is highly rated in Italy and has played for Denmark at international level.
The 23-year-old plays in central defence - a position that Arsenal are keen to strengthen.
Praet is an attacking midfielder, but only managed to score on two occasions last season in the league.