LATEST TRANSFER NEWS AND RUMOURS
RODRIGUEZ ‘VERY HAPPY’ AT BAYERN
James Rodriguez insisted he is very happy at Bayern Munich despite reports he could cut short his loan deal to return to Real Madrid.
James is halfway through a two-year loan agreement after leaving Madrid for Bayern, who have the option to purchase the Colombia star permanently in 2019.
LYON MAKE OFFER FOR HECTOR HERRERA
A bid has been made for Mexico star Hector Herrera by French side Lyon, according to Paris United (via Get French Football News).
The Porto midfielder has also reportedly drawn interest from the likes of Real Madrid and Barcelona as well as Serie A side Inter.
RONALDO WANTS JUVE TO SIGN ANDRE GOMES
The club’s new star wants them to raid Barca for the 24-year-old
Cristiano Ronaldo want Juventus to raid Barcelona for Andre Gomes, according to Don Balon.
The report claims that Ronaldo believes his countryman would fit perfectly beside him under Massimiliano Allegri.
Despite his struggles at Barcelona, the former Madrid man thinks he can help the 24-year-old reach the potential that saw La Liga’s top clubs chasing him in the first place.
ACOSTA TRADE THE PERFECT WAKE-UP CALL
Kellyn Acosta’s trade from FC Dallas to the Colorado Rapids could be just the wake-up call the USMNT midfielder needs.
After staring for the USA at the 2017 Gold Cup, injuries and poor form have slowed the career trajectory for the 23-year-old who was being touted for a move to Europe last summer.
MOURINHO WANTS MORE MONEY
Jose Mourinho has held talks with Manchester United bosses in attempt to secure more cash to strengthen the squad, according to The Sun.
Despite the club having already spent around £75 million ($98m) on transfers this summer, the Portuguese manager believes his team need more firepower in the midfield along with added depth along the back line.
BARCELONA HIJACK ROMA’S MALCOM MOVE
Camp Nou giants making stunning late bid for Brazilian
Barcelona have entered into negotiations regarding Bordeaux forward Malcom despite an agreement being announced with Roma, reports Sky Sport Italia.
The Brazilian has not been cleared to head for Italy to complete a €38 million (£34m/$44m) deal, although those at Stadio Olimpico are working hard to fend off a late challenge from Camp Nou.
BARCELONA MUST PAY £70M FOR WILLIAN
Chelsea set asking price for Brazilian star
Barcelona have been made aware by Chelsea that it will take an offer of £70 million to tempt them into selling Willian, claims The Sun.
The Camp Nou giants have seen three bids for the Brazilian knocked back, with the last of those coming in at around the £55m mark.
Those at Stamford Bridge are reluctant to sell, with new Blues boss Maurizio Sarri eager to retain the services of all the prized assets he has inherited from Antonio Conte.
LIVERPOOL PLANNING £70M CLEAROUT
Klopp ready to part with seven senior stars
Divock Origi and Simon Mignolet could be high-profile casualties as Liverpool look to trim their squad significantly before next month’s transfer deadline.
The Reds could recoup as much as £70 million ($78m) from player sales over the next fortnight, with as many as seven first-teamers facing uncertain futures.
TOTTENHAM WANT MODRIC BACK
Spurs plotting raid for former favorite
Tottenham are eager to bring Luka Modric back to the Premier League this summer from Real Madrid, reports Don Balon.
They are, however, set to face resistance, with the Blancos confident that they can keep a man who starred for Croatia in their run to the 2018 World Cup final at the Santiago Bernabeu.
RICHARLISON READY FOR £40M EVERTON MOVE
Everton are ready to complete a £40 million ($52m) agreement for Watford forward Richarlison, according to the Daily Star.
The Brazilian was on Merseyside for a medical on Monday and is set to put the finishing trouches to a big-money move at some point over the next 24 hours.
MAN UTD BATTLE RIVALS FOR £50M SARR
Manchester United are set to battle Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal for Rennes starlet Ismaila Sarr, claims The Sun.
The 20-year-old winger starred for Senegal at World Cup 2018 and could soon be offered the chance to further his development in the Premier League as part of a £50 million ($66m) move.
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