In the meantime, we have the latest news on Gareth Bale and possible interest from Spurs, while Aston Villa is ready to point out Brentford’s Ollie Watkins.
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GOOD MORNING Football fans,
SunSport can say that the Wolves are ready to start talks on a new contract with boss Nuno Espirito Santo.
Molineux bosses have shown themselves to be serious by spending a record £ 35 million on genius Fabio Silva, 18, last weekend.
And now SunSport understands that CEO Jeff Shi needs to tie his inspirational head coach to a new three-year deal worth around £ 4 million.
The wolves are ready to signal Porto midfielder Vitor Ferreira, 20, in season this week.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa has reportedly struck a record £ 33 million deal to name Ollie Watkins.
The advantage proved to be his for Brentford in the championship last season by scoring 26 times.
According to reporter Sam Dean, the two reached an agreement on the deal.
Villa is expected to pay £ 28 million upfront, plus an additional £ 5 million in add-ons for Watkins.
The £ 33 million is a record for Aston Villa, topping the £ 22 million paid by Wesley Moraes.
Dean Smith signed Watkins from Exeter in 2017 while on the Brentford pace.
And Leeds United are reportedly plotting an audacious move for German star Julian Draxler.
The 26-year-old has served the last 12 months of his contract at Paris Saint-Germain.
It is believed that the sporting director of the French side is willing to remove the forward from the payroll.
Now RMC claims that Leeds has contacted PSG and representatives for a surprise transfer.
DANNY NO MOUR
Danny Rose is ready for Tottenham after being excluded from José Mourinho’s plans.
The 30-year-old England left-back, who was on loan for part of last season at Newcastle, has trained outside the first team despite coming back from a minor injury.
Rose, who is only one year old on her £ 65,000 a week contract, will likely leave for a small fee and sell a move abroad.
He appears in the new Amazon documentary of the Spurs, who had a heated verbal exchange with Mourinho in January about his lack of time.
And in fact, he sent the Toon after calling his teammates ‘shit’ and accusing Mourinho of choosing his favorites.
Rose’s days at Tottenham were numbered when he was again eliminated in a 0-0 draw at Watford on January 18.
JULE CROWN
Arsenal star Tyreece John-Jules has joined Doncaster Rovers on loan.
The 19-year-old enjoyed a seven-game season in the Ligue 1 season with Lincoln City.
Now the one ahead is hoping to score more points than the Imp goal after returning to Tier 3 for the next campaign.
John-Jules is highly rated by the Gunners after joining their youth at the age of eight.
The ace is already an England U-18 and has played for Arsenal’s first team in friendly matches.
WITH-PETITION
Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher is chased through newly promoted pair Leeds and West Brom as they weigh loan moves.
The 20-year-old midfielder is drawing attention throughout the Premier League, but Crystal Palace’s interest appears to have waned.
The Eagles were leading the search for him and are now prioritizing his Blues teammate Michy Batshuayi, according to Mail Online.
Premier League rules state a club cannot have two loans from the same club, leaving Gallagher’s potential move to Selhurst Park scuppered.
Jamal Lewis became Newcastle’s third signing in two days after completing a £15million move from Norwich.
The left-back passed his medical today and penned a five-year deal at St. James’ Park.
And Toon boss Bruce will put him straight into the squad alongside fellow new boys Callum Wilson and Ryan Fraser for Saturday’s trip to West Ham.
The Northern Ireland international, 22, said: “It was a little bit unexpected but it was something that I was obviously looking forward to when I heard that there was serious interest.
“Newcastle is a club with so much history.
“I knew it was an opportunity I would love to take with both hands.”
DOU-COUP-E
Everton have shown the £ 20m signing of Watford’s Abdoulaye Doucoure.
The French midfielder has put pen to paper on a three-year deal at Goodison Park, with the option of a fourth.
Doucoure, 27, is the Toffees’ third summer signing after purchases from James Rodriguez and fellow midfielder Allan.
SAN-TASTIC OFFER
Exclusive by Graeme Bryce: Wolves are ready to open talks over a new contract with boss Nuno Espirito Santo.
Molineux chiefs have shown that they mean business by splashing out a club-record £35million on whizkid Fabio Silva, 18, last weekend.
And now SunSport understands executive chairman Jeff Shi wants to tie his inspirational head coach to a new, three-year deal worth around £4million.
Wolves are set to sign Porto midfielder Vitor Ferreira, 20, on a season loan this week.
That deal would seal a hat-trick of summer signings after the stunning swoop for Porto striker Silva — and a £1.8million deal for Lyon’s experienced left-back Fernando Marcal, 31.
HIGH BAR
Manchester City allegedly offered Barcelona £181million for Lionel Messi, according to a leaked document in Swiss magazine L’Illustre.
City and Pep Guardiola were established as favourites for the Argentine’s signature when it looked as though he would be leaving the Nou Camp this summer.
According to the image shared by L’Illustre, City would have paid Barcelona an eye-watering £181million over 12 months, plus an extra £18million if Messi helped City win the Champions League.
Sent on August 26 and signed by City director of football Txiki Begiristain, the alleged offer included £90.5million this summer and a further £90.5million in August 2021.
The report also states City had lined up a three-year deal for Messi, 33, worth £40million per season.
L’Illustre says the bid was “bluntly declined” by the Barca hierarchy.
STONE THROW AWAY
John Stones plans to stay at Manchester City and fight for his place next season despite interest from several Premier League clubs.
He had been linked with a move away from the Etihad, with both Arsenal and Chelsea interested in his signature.
The Blues reportedly bid £20million for the defender this summer, but opted for Thiago Silva, Ben Chilwell and Malanga Sarr instead.
Arsenal were also linked with a move for Stones, who would have been reunited with former City coach, Mikel Arteta.
The Gunners made no official bid for him, and instead signed Gabriel Maghalaes from Lille.
But according to The Telegraph, Stones has no intention of leaving City and believes he can win back the trust of boss Pep Guardiola.
DRAX THE JOB
Leeds United are reportedly plotting an audacious move for German star Julian Draxler.
The 26-year-old has entered the final 12 months of his contract at Paris Saint-Germain.
The French side’s sporting director is believed to be keen on getting the attacker of the wage bill.
Now RMC are claiming that Leeds have contacted PSG and the players representatives over a shock transfer move.
However, despite the prospect of playing for the highly-esteemed Marcelo Bielsa, Draxler has not responded positively to the Elland Road club’s approach.
It is claimed he has no intention of giving up his Parisian lifestyle at present with both he and his family settled.
DONE DEAL
Czech Republic international Patrik Schick has joined Bayer Leverkusen from Roma for around £24million.
Good luck for the future, Patrik!
— AS Roma English (@ASRomaEN) September 8, 2020
RHI-TURN
Liverpool will insert a buy-back clause into any deal to sign Rhian Brewster, according to reports.
SunSport told you how Aston Villa want to buy the Liverpool striker for £20million.
Game time looks difficult to come by for the 20-year-old, who has to compete with Mo Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane.
And Jurgen Klopp could look to raise funds for a late window purchase through the sale of Brewster.
But the Reds clearly value him a lot and do not want to cut ties completely, with the buy-back clause opening the door to a return in the future, say Sky Sports.
UNREAL DEAL
Manchester United have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Sergio Reguilon with Real Madrid reportedly demanding a buy-back clause.
El Partidazo de COPE claims United are interested in striking a £27million deal for the left-back, 23.
But Real have apparently made it clear they want an option to bring Reguilon back to the Bernabeu for the same price.
And that demand looks set to end United’s move for the Spain international.
CHERRY PICKING
SunSport can reveal that Bournemouth have had a £2million bid rejected by Ipswich for Kayden Jackson.
The Cherries are in the market for a new forward following the £20m sale of Callum Wilson to Newcastle.
Jackson, 26, hit 11 goals for the Tractor Boys last term.
AR YOU JOKING
Arsenal have reportedly been offered the chance to sign Real Madrid goalkeeper Alphonse Areola on loan.
But the Gunners reportedly face competition from Fulham in the race to sign the French shot-stopper.
The Evening Standard’s Simon Collings tweeted: “Arsenal have been offered the chance to sign PSG keeper Alphonse Areola on loan.
“Player keen on move to PL and Fulham favourites. Arsenal been offered him as possible short-term replacement for Emi Martinez, who Aston Villa want.”
WAT ON EARTH
Aston Villa are reportedly close to be signing striker Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa.
Telegraph journalist Sam Dean tweeted: “Agreement reached between Aston Villa and Brentford over Ollie Watkins.
“£28m fee, rising to £33m. Not signed yet — Watkins trained with Brentford today.”
BAT MAN
Crystal Palace have won the race to sign Michy Batshuayi on loan for the season.
West Brom and Aston Villa had both enquired about whether they could take the Belgium international striker for the entire campaign.
But the 26-year-old is now heading for a return to Selhurst Park having enjoyed a successful loan spell with the club two years ago.
Chelsea have protected themselves from losing Batshuayi on a free transfer next year by extending his current deal by a further 12 months.
He scored seven goals in 13 appearances for the Eagles having arrived in the January transfer window in 2019 and boss Roy Hodgson is hoping he can provide a similar cutting edge to his new-look team this season.
Palace have been actively looking to bring in younger talent this summer with Eberichi Eze arriving from QPR and Nathan Ferguson signed from West Brom.
BLADES OF GLORY
Sheffield United are giving Oliver Burke a chance to kick start his career in a surprise swap deal.
Scotland striker Burke is joining the Blades from West Brom where he was left in the shadows after his big money signing from Red Bull Leipzig.
Burke jumped at the chance of joining Chris Wilder’s club and sorted out terms and a medical on his return from international duty.
United are sending attacker Callum Robinson to Albion as part of the deal. The Republic of Ireland forward helped Slaven Bilic’s club win promotion in a loan spell.
Robinson was signed by Blades from Preston for £8 million a year ago but was moved out in the next window and has now gone permanently.
Wilder now wants to land a striker and is in the race for Rhian Brewster at Liverpool. However his opening bid is well below the Kop’s valuation.
TOFF LUCK
Everton flop Cenk Tosun has been thrown a career lifeline by Turkish giants Fenerbahce.
The £27million buy from Besiktas in 2018 has since struggled to establish himself at Goodison Park.
He has not played for new Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti, and was loaned out to Crystal Palace in January.
Reports in Istanbul now claim Fenerbahce officials have contacted their Everton opposite numbers about a potential deal for the 42-cap Turkey international.
The Istanbul outfit want Tosun, 29, to replace star striker Vedat Muriqi, with the Kosovo international poised to join Lazio.
Sporting director Emre Belozoglu, the one-time Newcastle midfielder, has led the Super Lig club’s negotiations with the Toffees.
The Turks are seeking to sign Tosun on a season-long loan, but would also consider a permanent move.
I’M LEVING
Man Utd youngster Dylan Levitt has signed for Charlton on a season-long loan.
United legend Ryan Giggs gave Levitt his full Wales debut last week and the midfielder’s impressive performance has caught the eye of the Addicks.
The teenager played the full 90 minutes in his country’s 1-0 win in Finland.
And Ole Gunnar Solskjaer also has faith in the holding midfielder having given him his first team bow against Astana in the Europa League last year.
Charlton boss Lee Bowyer wanted to add energy to his midfield and has managed to secure a deal.
The Addicks had promising West Ham star Josh Cullen on loan last season in midfield but the 24-year-old has returned to the London Stadium.
KOL ON ME
Former Man City left-back Aleksander Kolarov’s switch from Roma to Inter Milan is reportedly done.
According to Nicola Schira, the Serbian defender will sign a first one-year contract with Inter paying Roma £ 1. 3 million.
He will earn 2. 7 million pounds at the San Siro.
Schira tweeted: “Aleksandar Kolarov is going to interfere from Asroma for 1. 5 million euros (bonus included). He signed a contract until 2021 (€ 3 M + accessories) with an option per season.
“Agreement entered into through agent Alessandro Lucci. The official announcement is coming . . . “
To dare is to bend
Everton reportedly signed Watford’s Adboulaye Doucoure for £ 25 million.
According to Nicolo Schira, the midfielder has signed a four-year contract at Goodison Park.
He tweeted: “Done! Abdoulaye Doucoure to Everton from Watford for 28 million euros. Four-year contract. candies in the fireplace Array . . “
ANGEL’S DELIGHT
Manchester City left-back Angelino is expected to sign on loan from RB Leipzig.
According to Leipziger Volkszeitung, the German has the legal responsibility to buy it for £ 18 million.
Angelino has only impressed the Citizens 3 times in all competitions.
LIPS SERVICE
Felipe Anderson is one of 3 West Ham players that the club is desperate to eliminate.
The Irons must dispose of their “dead wood” and “luxury items” in order to finance some moving expenses.
But the Hammers will have to nearly double their £ 27 million offer for Burnley’s James Tarkowski, after it emerged that the center-back has a £ 50 million release clause in his contract.
West Ham, defeated 5-3 via Bournemouth in the preseason, has yet to secure a bachelor offer for playmakers Manuel Lanzini and Anderson, either one is up for grabs.
Jack Wilshere can also leave if he shows interest in the 28-year-old midfielder.
A BRIDGE FAR AWAY
Willian jokingly told Thiago Silva that he would have stayed at Chelsea had he known that the defender had joined Frank Lampard’s team, according to reports.
The 35-year-old Brazil veteran left Paris Saint-Germain for the Premier League this summer on a one-year deal with one more season.
His move came here after teammate Willian left Chelsea for London Arsenal.
Silva had a lot this summer, adding contracts with former club AC Milan and Fiorentina.
But a call to Willian helped convince Silva that the last of his illustrious career belonged to the Premier League.
According to the Telegraph, Willian jokingly replied: “If I had, you would move to Chelsea, I would have stayed there after all. “
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