A reunion with Pep Guardiola seems to be on the cards for the Barcelona superstar, who has expressed a preference to make the Catalan giants transparent this week.
Follow ALL the latest gossip and transfer updates below…
MARTINEZ MOVEMENT
Arsenal seems to be in a position to sell goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez this summer, it has been reported.
According to Athletic, Arsenal has placed 20 million in the Argentine’s head.
Martinez would have no challenge in moving away from the Emirates if that meant he could have a normal football to fulfill his dream of fitting in Argentina’s number one goalkeeper.
PRESTAMO KOVAR
Manchester United goalkeeper Matej Kovar has joined Swindon Town on loan for one season.
Although he never made an appearance with the first team, he was included in the call-up for the match between United in the Europa League and FC Astana in November 2019.
Speaking of his transfer to Swindon, Kovar said: “First of all, I must thank everyone for this welcome, even on the educational field, everyone has been wonderful to me since my arrival.
ESTRELLA SILVA
Chelsea coach Marina Granovskaia spoke of her in Thiago Silva’s signing.”
Speaking on the club’s website, he said: “We are very happy to be able to upload a world-renowned Thiago Silva player to our team.
“Having played at the point for many years, we are confident that your delight and quality will complement the many exciting talents we already have here.
“Thiago will be a wonderful selection and we hope you can upload new trophies to your impressive list of honors.”
cherry harvest
AC Milan is reportedly in talks with Bournemouth to hire goalkeeper Asmir Begovic.
The former Chelsea detailer spent part of last season in Italy with 21-year-old Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Begovic, 33, has made two appearances in Milan, but it is understood that they need the Bosnian to be number 2 again.
According to The Telegraph, Serie A and Bournemouth giants have begun negotiating a deal for the goalkeeper.
With the Cherries returning to the championship, they may only qualify a payment for Begovic.
It would also allow them to make their payroll.
PEREIRA IS OFF
Manchester United goalkeeper Joel Pereira has loaned Huddersfield Town for one season.
Pereira has only played for United twice in competitive matches, so she will be pleased with everything she plays at Huddersfield.
MESSI ‘SNUBS PSG’
Lionel Messi has to sign for Manchester City before PSG reportedly.
L’Equipe states that the director of Paris Saint-Germain, Leonardo, has called Jorge Messi, Lionel’s father, to express his preference for pointing out the Barcelona star.
But Messi has chosen to meet Pep Guardiola in the City, they say.
It would be a disaster if Messi had to sign for the Etihad.
CARDS NEAR THE CHEST
Houssem Aouar, an Arsenal target, remained silent when asked about his long career in Lyon.
The 22-year-old has attracted Gunners, Manchester City, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
But Aouar kept his letters close to his chest an interview with L’Equipe.
He asked if it would be difficult to leave Lyon enthusiasts without saying goodbye, due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Aouar simply replied: “I’m not gone yet. So I didn’t ask that question.
The Frenchman then asked if it was a good choice to leave Lyon before next summer’s Euro 2020 final.
FANS KNOW THE PLAN
Gabriel Magalhaes is about to sign for Arsenal this summer, and all thanks to the fans.
It’s also the idea that Manchester United was following the 22-year-old, but it’s the Gunners who seem to have won the race.
And according to the Telegraph, he “persuaded” to bond with Mikel Arteta and company through fans.
The newspaper reports that “the avalanche of guilty plea requests to sign for Arsenal helped him make his decision.”
A quick look at his most recent tweet, dating from August 14, confirms that Gunners enthusiasts desperately want me to put the pen on paper.
– Gabriel Magalhaes (biel_m04) 14 August 2020
Thanks a lot
Harry Maguire a thank you tweet to all followers after his trial in Greece.
He tweeted: “Thank you all for the following week, I’m glad I had my opinion and percentage of the genuine edition of events.
“Looking forward to continue life now and the season that comes with @ManUtd and @England.”
– Harry Maguire (HarryMaguire93) 28 August 2020
RICH PICKINGS
Kenton Richardson joined Sunderland from Hartlepool United.
The 21-year-old defender has signed a two-year contract at the Stadium of Light.
– Kenton Richardson (@KentonR_) 28 August 2020
DEDICATION TO THE CAUSE
Lionel Messi has surprised world football by saying he will leave Barcelona after two decades.
Argentina’s 33-year-old superstar has been demoralized after a season below normal and the consequences with the club’s leaders, President Josep Bartomeu.
Manchester City is the favourite to take their signing, with Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan excited.
But enthusiasts can’t give Messi a hard time for his departure.
After all, the mythical extreme gave it all for Barca.
During his nearly two decades at the club, from youth education to the first term, Messi spent approximately 17 years in the first team.
JOIN US
Neymar and Angel Di Maria have contacted Lionel Messi to convince him to sign for Paris Saint-Germain.
The French aspect largely follows up after submitting your transfer request to Barcelona.
According to ESPN, Neymar called his former teammate on Thursday.
The Brazilian has put Messi’s assembly in Paris ahead of him.
Neymar followed the Argentine ace at the Camp Nou from 2013 to 2017.
And they’ve kept in touch since the forward moved to the PSG for 198 million pounds.
IT COSTS A LOT
Diego Costa is on the market, he reports.
The atletico Madrid striker is being sold to raise for a soft drink from the team through Diego Simeone.
Spanish striker Costa, 31, has been a gamble after Atletico spent more than 70 million pounds to bring him back to The Wanda Metropolitano from Chelsea two years ago.
But after only five goals last season and a lack of influence in the lead, the striker’s move as one of Europe’s feared strikers has ended.
According to Goal, he is in fact in the window and may have left even before the start of the Spanish season.
SILVA SERVICE
Thiago Silva is a great call-up that Chelsea has added to their team in this window.
Silva left Paris Saint-Germain in search of Premier League football.
Singing his one-year contract, he said: “I am very pleased to sign for Chelsea.
“I am very happy to be part of Frank Lampard’s exciting team for the coming season and I am here to challenge the honors.
“Soon, Chelsea fans, I soon look towards Stamford Bridge.”
HOW OLD ARE YOU, CHILD?
Newell’s Old Boys fans staged a massive protest for the club to get Lionel Messi back.
Messi left Rosario in 2000, when he saw and signed for Barcelona.
But the passionate faithful were delivered to their cars, turned on flares and honed the horns to bring the 33-year-old back to Argentina.
Messi still considers himself young enough to play in Europe and win ANOTHER Ballon d’Or.
But I probably wouldn’t do it in Barcelona, if you have something to say about it, with the club in disarray after submitting a motion request.
Break
Chelsea have finished Thiago Silva’s free play from PSG on a one-year contract with the one-year-old.
– Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 28 August 2020
GET YOUR NUMBER
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has shown that he is going to No. AC Milan.
Legend has it: “Like I said, I’m warming up @acmilan.”
Tottenham allegedly had a 44.8 million pound play rejected through Rome by Nicolo Zaniolo.
According to Corriere dello Sport, the 21-year-old offensive midfielder is on sale.
Rome insists that Zaniolo and Lorenzo Pellegrini are on the market.
And the Serie A club is even in a position to offer Zaniolo a new contract to keep him out of the clutches of rival European clubs.
Zaniolo’s agent is already in talks with him about an upgrade to a contract of 51,000 euros per week.
Tottenham would possibly have to offer a lot more if he needs to keep the star player away from Rome.
Break
Everton has reached an agreement with James Rodriguez, reportedly.
The 29-year-old Colombian has a contract of 77,500 euros consistent with a week at Goodison Park.
Real Madrid needs 22.4 million pounds for the striker, but the Merseyside club hopes to lower the costs.
More on what’s unfolding.
‘LON SHOT’
Tottenham points to Real Madrid left back Sergio Reguilón, after the 23-year-old was loaned to Sevilla.
According to Marca, the Spaniard said he could locate a new club after discussions with Zinedine Zidane.
Reguilon won the Europa League with La Liga a week ago and is available for a transfer.
WINNER XI
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be signed by AC Milan after agreeing to an extension of the contract.
The Swede will use the No.11 in San Siro, which the No9.
Exclusive
Preston’s star Ben Davies is being sued through Celtic and two Bundesliga clubs, all to indicate a pre-convention in January, reports TOM BARCLAY.
FC Cologne and its longtime enthusiasts Stuttgart, as well as the Bhoys, are able to wait until the new year to negotiate a loose move for next summer, when their contract with the North End expires.
The 3 groups have the interest that the other clubs are appearing in the 25-year-old headquarters this summer not paying off at anything concrete.
Stuttgart is attached to Davies, having followed him for more than two years.
Cumbria rose through the ranks of Preston and made 120 first-team appearances, a key member of Alex Neil’s team.
GREEN SIGNS
Arsenal has shown that Sam Greenwood has joined Leeds on a permanent contract.
The club said in a statement: “Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Sam for his contribution, stay with us and wish him well at Leeds United.”
EZE PEASY
Crystal Palace has signed Eberechi Eze of QPR to a five-year contract.
The 22-year-old has scored 20 goals for the Hoops after the ladder and Roy Hodgson expects him to make the Premier League like a duck in the water.
“As a football club, I feel like there are wonderful players here and it’s a wonderful opportunity for me to come and be with those players, bond with them and move on.”
– Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) 28 August 2020
ROB FOBBED OFF
Goalkeeper Roberto left West Ham to sign for Real Valladolid for nothing.
The club in a statement: “West Ham United can verify that Spanish goalkeeper Roberto has joined the La Liga team, Real Valladolid, for a loose transfer.
“Roberto’s move ends a season in east London, where he played 10 games for the club.
“The club wishes Roberto a lot of luck for the future.”
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