Liverpool have agreed terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, according to reports in France, but are still a considerable distance away from agreeing a fee for the French international. Barcola wants to join Liverpool, according to L’Equipe, but the European champions will demand £140m this summer as the Reds are now set to open talks with his club.
Liverpool may also face fresh competition from Arsenal after Vinicius Jr made it clear that he wants to remain at Real Madrid this summer, according to Sky Sports. The Gunners have been plotting an audacious move for the 26-year-old Brazil star while he has one year remaining on his contract, but Vinicius Jr wants to agree new terms at the Bernabeu.
Chelsea appear set to strike a surprise double deal for England veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson as Xabi Alonso seeks to add experience to his squad, while Manchester United could be running out of time to meet Roma’s deadline to sign France international Manu Kone, according to reports in Italy.
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Bradley Barcola ‘agrees to join Liverpool’ as Reds ‘open talks’
More on this morning’s top headline: Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola has agreed to join Liverpool, according to a report in the French sports daily L’Equipe.
It is undoubtedly a boost to Liverpool ahead of potentially facing competition from Premier League rivals Arsenal for the France international, but a deal remains some way off.
That’s because PSG have set a price tag of £140m on the 23-year-old, and do not want to sell – especially as Real Madrid look likely to sign RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande.
As previously reported, PSG are using the Morgan Rogers and Elliot Anderson deals as a benchmark, while Barcola remains under contract with the European champions.
When asked about his targets this summer, Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola said a wide player was top of his list.
Now, Sky Sports add that Liverpool are set to begin talks with PSG and are set to prepare an offer. The Reds will need to negotiate PSG down from their asking price.
Man Utd latest on hunt for another central midfielder
Manchester United still want to sign a midfielder this summer and the choice will come down to Roma’s Manu Kone and Brighton’s Carlos Baleba, according to
After signing Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, Michael Carrick’s side still need reinforcements following the departure of Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte suffering a long-term injury at the World Cup.
They also missed out on the signing of Elliot Anderson, who joined rivals Manchester City on a £116m deal.
Roma, though, becoming frustrated by United’s approach for their France international midfielder Manu Kone, according to Corriere dello Sport in Italy.
The same outlet reported that United had “reached an agreement in principle” with the 25-year-old, but are yet still to make a bid.
Chelsea open to offers for Liam Delap
Everton, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest and Leeds are all in the mix to sign Liam Delap from Chelsea, according to various reports.
With Chelsea set to sign Danny Welbeck on a two-year deal and Joao Pedro emerging as Xabi Alonso’s first-choice in attack, Delap will be allowed to leave.
Many of the clubs involved in talks to sign Delap last summer before he joined Chelsea are back in for the 23-year-old.
Delap is currently in Australia on Chelsea’s pre-season tour but where could he end up by the start of the season?
Liverpool looking at Arsenal target Ezri Konsa?
Liverpool are looking short at the back after the departure of Ibrahima Konate and uncertainty over the fitness of Jeremy Jacquet, Giovanni Leoni and Joe Gomez.
And the Reds are said to be ‘interested’ in Aston Villa defender and Arsenal target Ezri Konsa, according to TeamTalk.
The Gunners are expected to sign a centre-back after the injury to William Saliba and England defender Konsa is being considered, while free agent John Stones is close to agreeing terms with Inter Milan.
Barcelona join race for Bournemouth’s Junior Kroupi
Bournemouth sensation Junior Kroupi has attracted the interest of numerous big hitters, and now Barcelona have joined the likes of Arsenal and Tottenham in the race for the Frenchman.
That’s according to Marca, who cite Barca’s interest but confirm that Bournemouth do not want to sell.
His 13 Premier League goals last term set a new record for the most goals scored by a teenager in a debut season in the English top flight.
Bournemouth are under no pressure to sell this summer and have turned down an approach from Chelsea for their midfielder Alex Scott.
The Cherries sold around £200m worth of talent last summer when Dean Huijsen, Milos Kerkez, Illia Zabarnyi and Dango Outtar departed.
English FA ‘deeply concerned’ by Fifa plan to sell off the World Cup
In other news, the English Football Association (FA) has said it was blindsided by Fifa’s proposed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and has expressed “deep concern” about the whole situation.
Shock news emerged on Tuesday that Fifa president Gianni Infantino intends to sell off part of the World Cup to private investment and create a private company, Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE), to manage the commercial rights and delivery of the tournament.
Man City ahead of Arsenal in race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi
Manchester City are still in direct talks with Lille over a move for World Cup breakout star Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The 18-year-old is physical, composed on the ball and has a good range of passing, which has attracted the interest of some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
Arsenal have been linked but City are the club most interested in the Moroccan but could opt for him to join in 2027 rather than this summer.
Newcastle still yet to receive Bruno Guimaraes bid
Newcastle are still yet to receive a bid from Arsenal for their captain Bruno Guimaraes, who is not expected to push for a move away, according to the Northern Echo.
Arsenal are prepared to step up their pursuit of Guimaraes but have been told that a fee of £100m will be needed to sign the Brazil international midfielder.
The BBC reported last week that Arsenal are preparing to test their resolve with a £70m offer for Guimaraes, who is said to be keen on a move to London.
Newcastle believe the fee Tottenham paid for Sandro Tonali should set the benchmark for any interest in their captain. Guimaraes is set to return to Newcastle for pre-season training on Friday.
Jordan Henderson given permission to join Chelsea
Jordan Henderson has been given permission to complete a free transfer from Brentford to Chelsea, reports the BBC’s Nizaar Kinsella. The 36-year-old will undergo a medical along with the 35-year-old Danny Welbeck as the Blues shift their strategy and add two experienced Premier League players to their young squad.
Tottenham linked with Man City’s Savinho
Tottenham have been big-spenders this summer but their transfer business may not be done just yet.
The Times reports that Spurs want to sign a forward and Manchester City winger Savinho remains a target.
Savinho is said to be keen on a move, according to the report, and has informed City of his decision.
Spurs, who have signed Matheus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali this summer, would be required to pay £60m.
