Meanwhile Liverpool are set to make a move in the market with Olympiacos’ Kostas Tsimikas set for a medical this week.
Follow all the latest gossip and updates with our blog below…
KOST COUNTS
Kostas Tsimikas will undergo a medical examination this week in Liverpool, reports Melissa Reddy of the Independent.
The resolution comes after the Reds cooled Jamal Lewis in Norwich.
— Melissa Reddy (@MelissaReddy_) August 9, 2020
Exclusive
Brighton needs to lose the much-needed Ben White, but he’s happy to let Shane Duffy go.
Albion turned down an offer to be by Leeds prodigy White, for whom he has shined on loan this season.
Several major clubs, Chelsea and Liverpool, are following their progress.
But Graham Potter plans to start with White next season and has maintained that he didn’t need to see the 22-year-old leave.
Duffy, 28, is about to move forward with the talks between the Seagulls and West Brom about a conceivable transfer.
GOOD MORNING FOOTBALL FANS
Borussia Dortmund insist that he has no challenge with Jadon Sancho to the UK’s advance of the self-imposed move-in deadline with Manchester United.
The Ole Gunnar Solskjaer team is going to sign a 110 million pound contract for the England international.
The German finalist, Dortmund, insists that United will have to close the deal until 10 August, when his players are expected to return for pre-season training.
Sancho, 20, sparked rumors that a deal was imminent when he returned to his local country and was seen at a party hosted by rap stars Krept and Konan on Saturday.
However, it is understood that it has not yet been achieved.
And Dortmund’s head of communications, Sascha Fligge, said there is no challenge with Sancho’s return to England as long as he presents himself for education as usual.
Fligge said: “It’s common and fine for players to go home before a training camp if they’re not risky.
“The same thing happens to Jadon [Sancho].
“From our point of view, the photographs they have shown us do not violate that way.”
Meanwhile, Liverpool is final on the left-back signing of Olympiakos Kostas Tsimikas, according to reports.
Leicester were linked to Tsimikas earlier this week as they search for a replacement for Chelsea target Ben Chilwell.
However, Liverpool is believed to have won the race for the Greek defence and will make it their first signing of the in a deal of 11.75 million pounds.
Goal reports that the 24-year-old is expected to complete his medical exam at Anfield early next week with an official announcement to be made in a while later.
ROBIN OF THE POOR
Exclusive through Alan Nixon: Sheffield United is for Wigan’s American star Antonee Robinson as part of a 1.5 million pound deal.
Chris Wilder’s Blades have passed West Brom and are hoping to seal the movement in the next few hours.
Former AC target Milos angelesn Robinson can leave the Latics angels after relegation to Ligue 1 for the same value they paid Everton for it.
Newly-promoted Baggies have tried to do the deal for the past few weeks but the chance to join their more established Premier League rivals Blades has swung it their way.
It’s huge for American left-back Robinson, who never made it to the Prem at Goodison Park.
Robinson is also about to succeed in Milan earlier this year until a challenge was detected with an abnormal heartbeat.
PAUL IN
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident that Paul Pogba will sign a new contract at Manchester United.
Pogba’s existing agreement at Old Trafford expires next summer, however, SunSport reported last month that it was close to accepting some other five-year extension.
Speaking about the Europa League quarter-final match with Copenhagen, United manager Solskjaer hinted that Pogba’s long run is in Manchester.
“Since he returned from injury, it has been a pleasure,” Solskjaer said.
“He’s worked very hard, he’s satisfied and he’s playing well.
“We are going to see the best of Paul in the next couple of seasons, I’m sure.
“And I can’t wait to see him grow up with this team.
“He will have to be one of the leaders, one of the great figures, because he is achieving his best moment as a footballer at 27.
“I’m looking ahead to run with him.”
JEEPERS KEEPERS
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has suggested Manchester United are unlikely to go into next season with all three of David de Gea, Sergio Romero, and Dean Henderson.
He said: “Competition for places is good. We have Sergio, David and Dean there with David backing them up.
“It’ll be difficult to keep three of them at the club. So we’ll see what the decision will be there.”
BUY EXCHANGE
Barcelona is reportedly hiring Bernardo Silva of Manchester City.
The Portuguese midfielder has only 23 Premier League games for City this season as he struggled to regain the form that the 2018-19 player of the year earned him.
Barca hopes to take credit for Silva’s stage and may come with right-back Nelson Semedo in a money-changing agreement for more players.
The Telegraph says the League giants hope to tempt the 25-year-old with a new one after three seasons at Etihad.
However, Barca’s limited budget after the coronavirus means that he has prioritized industry agreements this summer and hopes to verify that of the City by providing Semedo in a partial exchange.
Semedo, 26, has been on the City’s radar for some time and is one of the names that the Blaugrana are going to move into the motion window.
I HAVE SOME OF THEM
Chelsea has signed a long-term contract with Kai Havertz.
RMC Sport says the Blues have agreed to a payment with Bayer Leverkusen for the German transfer.
However, the report adds that Havertz agreed to signal an agreement that will keep him connected to Stamford Bridge until the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
THE DEVIL CAN TAKE CARE OF HIMSELF
Borussia Dortmund have moved to quell rumors that Jadon Sancho is about to move to Manchester United after being in the UK.
The Bundesliga team will travel to Switzerland next week for a pre-season education camp and the club’s media and communications director said it was normal for the English star to return home.
Sascha Fligge said: “It’s common and fine for players to go home before a training camp if they’re not risky.
“The same goes for Jadon [Sancho]. From our point of view, the photographs they have shown us do not violate that way.”
KOST CUP
Liverpool is the last to be signed by Olympiakos left-back Kostas Tsimikas, reportedly.
Leicester connected with Tsimikas before this week as they were looking for a replacement for Chelsea target Ben Chilwell.
However, Liverpool is believed to have won the race for the Greek defence and will make it their first signing of the in a deal of 11.75 million pounds.
Goal reports the 24-year-old is expected to complete his Anfield medical early next week with an official announcement to be made soon after.
The Reds have been seeking cover at left-back for first-choice Andy Robertson with midfielder James Milner often required to fill in for the Scotland captain.
THE ONLY ONE
Emiliano Martínez has admitted that he may have to leave Arsenal if he loses his place to Bernd Leno.
He told Argentine radio station Continental: “I showed the club that I can play for them and when I come back next season I have more games.
“That’s the way to stay at Arsenal.
“My purpose is to consolidate my position at Arsenal and to succeed in the Argentina national team as number one.
“I probably wouldn’t stop it until I realize it, and if I don’t play for Arsenal, I’ll definitely move on.”
THE ONLY ONE
Emiliano Martinez has admitted he may have to leave Arsenal if he loses his place to Bernd Leno.
He told Argentine radio station Continental: “I showed the club that I can play for them and when I come back next season I have more games.
“That is the only way I will stay at Arsenal.
“My purpose is to consolidate my position at Arsenal and to succeed in the Argentina national team as number one.
“I probably wouldn’t stop it until I realize it, and if I don’t play for Arsenal, I’ll definitely move on.”
TA TA TAHITH
Tahith Chong may head to the Bundesliga with Manchester United in a position to let the winger sign for Werder Bremen on loan.
Chong, 20, is reported to have had talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Friday, following his appearance in United’s Europa League game against LASK.
The Netherlands-born winger made a 25-minute appearance as a substitute during United’s 2-1 win against the Austrian club on Thursday.
And the Dutch Under-21 international, who’s made just nine appearances in the Europa and Premier Leagues, is keen to get more minutes under his belt.
According to the Daily Mail, Bremen is ahead of signing a two-year loan deal to Chong.
However, the loan rates and salary would still be finalized.
Werder’s sporting director Frank Baumann said: “If we’re in reverse, that’s the case. We’re under discussion.
“There are several parties involved. There are still things that want to be clarified and we have to agree. For now, that’s the case.”
Unexpectedly
Chelsea must have made a 20 million pound move to reach Manchester City defender John Stones.
The 26-year-old English star is likely to leave the Etihad this summer after the arrival of 41 million pounds from former Blues player Nathan Ake.
According to the Mirror, the former Everton boy has emerged from Chelsea boss Frank Lampard.
The report adds that Lamps believes he can resurrect Stones’ career and is in a position to sanction a movement of 20 million pounds.
But they are expected to face a festival for the Stones by his former boss David Moyes at West Ham.
Arsenal, controlled by former City Arteta assistant, is also interested in the London club having to sell before they can buy.
SUMMER PARTEY
Thomas Partey remains Arsenal’s top transfer target but Atletico Madrid are reportedly holding out his full £45million release clause.
Kike Marin claims that the Gunners had tried the value required through Spanish by proposing an exchange agreement between Lucas Torreira, Héctor Bellerin or Alexandre Lacazette.
However, the report adds that Atletico rejected the talks and insisted that its clause be completely activated.
Mikel Arteta has been desperately down metal in midfield this summer.
Earlier this year, he met Partey as his number one target after a sensational season in Spain.
The Ghanaian has a contract at Wanda Metropolitano until the end of the 2022–23 season.
WHITE NOISE
Brighton needs to lose the much-needed Ben White, but he’s happy to let Shane Duffy go.
Albion turned down an offer to be by Leeds prodigy White, for whom he has shined on loan this season.
Several major clubs, Chelsea and Liverpool, are following their progress.
But Graham Potter plans to start with White next season and has maintained that he didn’t need to see the 22-year-old leave.
Duffy, 28, is about to move forward with the talks between the Seagulls and West Brom about a conceivable transfer.
The Irishman was Chris Hughton’s Last Season’s Brighton player, but was not paid through Potter.
And with SIX centre-backs currently at the club following the arrival of Dutchman Joel Veltman, the Seagulls are willing to sell Duffy.
WITH IT’S TURNED ON
Leeds will bring Chelsea conor Gallagher to his next Premier League term.
And they may simply rejoice in the Blues as they watch to advance some players to bring money to boss Frank Lampard to reorganize his team.
The 20-year-old ahead of Gallagher on loan from Charlton in the league last season, scoring six goals.
He also inspired Swansea, in the semi-finals of the championship play-offs
He is expected to talk to Chelsea this week about the loan or permanent transfer.
A host of clubs in the Premier League and Championship are after him.
SUITE WILLIAN
Willian added: “There was also a complaint, which is normal, but the vital thing is that the affection and grievance prompted me to give each and every one of the things in each and every educational session, in each and every game, so that consistently improve up to my last minute with a Chelsea shirt!
“The time has come to move on. I’m going to miss my teammates.
“I will miss all the staff at the club who’ve always treated me like a son and I will miss the fans.
“I’m in 15th place, knowing that I’ve won things here and that I’ve done my best productivity in a Chelsea shirt.
“My greatest honest thanks are to all of you and God bless you!”
WILL I NEVER
Willian showed his departure from Chelsea in a moving open letter.
The 32-year-old Brazilian spent seven seasons at Stamford Bridge without being able to settle for a contract extension.
In a post he posted on social media, he said, “It’s been seven glorious years. In August 2013, when I won Chelsea’s offer, I was convinced that this was where I deserve to play.
“Today I am sure it was the most productive decision. There were so many moments of satisfaction, some sad, there were trophies and it was very intense.
“However, beyond trophies, I learned a lot about myself. I’ve evolved a lot, a better player and a better person.
“Every education session, every and every game, every minute I spent in the locker room, I learned.
“I am really grateful to the Chelsea fans for the affectionate way they welcomed me at Stamford Bridge and their support throughout my time at the club.”
WIZARD OF OZ
Arsenal would make an effort to secure an agreement with Mesut Ozil to pay the German this summer.
With only one year remaining at Ozil in the Emirates, and the 350,000-euro player consistent with the week is not on Mikel Arteta’s plans, the Mirror said the Gunners were in a position to make a special offer to the player.
They say they’re going to pay him, but they’re also willing to subsidize his salary if he moves to another club.
Arsenal will have to lose cash to achieve its goals.
MAD MOVE?
Arsenal will sell Alexandre Lacazette to Atletico Madrid for £30million if Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signs a new contract, according to reports.
The Gunners have faced a war to keep up with any of the forwards, but they may be about to waste their number 9.
And according to The Star, Lacazette is ready to sign up on Diego Simeone’s side, but the deal depends on Aubameyang’s future.
The Arsenal captain, 31, is out of contract next year but is in negotiations over signing an extension.
Its new proposal is planned for 3 years, pocketing 250,000 euros consistent with the week.
But as Mikel Arteta looks at his team, Lacazette can be sold to raise important funds.
LIL ANGEL
Lille has signed Angel Gomes to Manchester United.
The English teenager has been loaned to Portuguese Boavista.
Gomes left Old Trafford after 14 years at the club, but made only six Premier League appearances that time.
The 19-year-old left Old Trafford a month after talks on a new contract failed.
Lille moved temporarily after promoting Victor Omishen to Naples for 60 million pounds.
But they expect you to have game time in Portugal before being part of your plans for the first team.
CRISIS IN PARIS?
Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent is expected to face Paris Saint-Germain for a possible unexpected transfer, according to sensational reports in France.
Despite the impact of the coronavirus, French giants would be desperate to strengthen on the ground.
That has reportedly led to plenty of conversations between agent Jorge Mendes and PSG sporting director Leonardo.
Mendes, who represents the PSG target, James Rodriguez, of course would be willing to come to an agreement.
And Le10 Sport believe the pair are in talks to discuss a mammoth transfer of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner from Juventus.
The report adds that they will take credit for the Champions League festival in Lisbon to meet Ronaldo on the agenda.
WHITE HEAT
Chelsea will see Liverpool in their quest for Brighton Ben White defence, and will abandon Antonio Rudiger in the process.
Leeds United has already had two offers rejected by the player who was successful on loan at Elland Road last season.
The white manager, Marcelo Bielsa, had made him a defensive midfielder, but he is there or as a central midfielder.
Reds chief Jurgen Klopp sought out the 22-year-old to replace Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Joel Matip after wasting Dejan Lovren this summer.
But Blues boss Frank Lampard desperately needs defensive reinforcements and will spend over the 20 million pounds that Anfield’s grain counters will pay at auction.
NIC HIM FOR CHEAP
Manchester City is in a position to lower the value of Nicolas Otamendi’s demand after the signing of 41 million pounds from defence Nathan Ake.
Napoli had been quoted around £15m for Otamendi, 32, who has two years left on his contract.
But the arrival of Dutch foreigner Ake, 25, from Bournemouth, the city chief, Pep Guardiola, is now covered for left-wing power stations.
Etihad’s resources say they can sell for around 8 million pounds.
Valencia is also interested in the Argentinian, who sold to City for 31.7 million pounds years ago.
The Spanish club can also pay 100,000 euros according to the week.
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