Meanwhile we’ve the very latest on Gareth Bale and potential interest from Spurs, while Aston Villa are on the cusp of signing Ollie Watkins from Brentford.
Get all the latest news, updates and gossip here Array . .
GOOD MORNING FOOTBALL FANS,
SunSport can reveal that 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.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa have reportedly agreed a club-record £33million deal to sign Ollie Watkins.
The striker proved his potential for Brentford in the Championship last season as he scored 26 times.
According to journalist Sam Dean, the two clubs have reached an agreement over the deal.
Villa are set to pay £28m up-front plus a further £5million in add-ons for Watkins.
The £33m fee is a club-record for Aston Villa – topping the £22m paid for Wesley Moraes.
Dean Smith signed Watkins from Exeter in 2017 while he was in charge of Brentford.
And 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.
DANNY NO MOUR
Danny Rose is on his way out of Tottenham after being frozen out of Jose Mourinho’s plans.
The England left-back, 30, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Newcastle, has been training away from the first team although he is coming back from a minor injury.
Rose, who has only a year left on his £65,000-a-week contract, is likely to leave for a modest fee and favours a move abroad.
He is featured on Spurs’ new fly-on-the-wall Amazon documentary having a heated chat with Mourinho back in January over his lack of game time.
And in fact he was sent to the Toon after he branded team-mates “s***” and accused Mourinho of picking his favourites.
Rose’s days at Tottenham were numbered when he was axed again for a 0-0 draw at Watford on January 18.
CROWN JULE
Arsenal starlet Tyreece John-Jules has joined Doncaster Rovers on loan.
The 19-year-old enjoyed a seven-game stint in League one last season with Lincoln City.
Now the forward will be hoping to score more than the one goal he did for the Imps after heading back to the third tier for the upcoming campaign.
John-Jules is highly-rated by the Gunners after joining their youth set-up aged eight.
The ace is already an England Under-18 international and he has featured for Arsenal’s first-team during friendly matches.
CON-PETITION
Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher is being chased by newly-promoted pair Leeds and West Brom as they weigh up loan moves.
The 20-year-old midfielder is attracting attention from across the Premier League – but Crystal Palace’s interest appears to have waned.
The Eagles were leading the chase for him but are now prioritising his Blues team-mate Michy Batshuayi, according to the 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.
That leaves West Brom and Leeds in a tug of war for the England U-21 international whose profile continues to rise.
Chelsea intend to tie him down to a new contract when he returns from international duty before giving him another year on loan.
NEW TOON
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’s such a great club with such history.
“I knew it was an opportunity I would love to take with both hands.”
DOU-COUP-E
Everton have confirmed the £20million signing of Abdoulaye Doucoure from Watford.
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 following the purchases of 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 may reveal that Bournemouth had a £ 2 million offer rejected through Ipswich for Kayden Jackson.
The Cherries are in the market for a new forward following Callum Wilson’s £ 20 million sale to Newcastle.
Jackson, 26, scored goals for the Tractor Boys last season.
AR joking
Arsenal have reportedly been presented with the opportunity to sign Real Madrid goalkeeper Alphonse Areola on a loan.
But the Gunners have taken on the Fulham festival in the race to single out the French forward.
Simon Collings of The Evening Standard tweeted: “Arsenal has been presented with the opportunity to signal the loan of PSG goalkeeper Alphonse Areola.
“Player eager to move on to the favorites of PL and Fulham. Arsenal have come forward as an imaginable short-term replacement for Emi Martinez, which Aston Villa wants.
WAT ON EARTH
Aston Villa is reportedly ready to signal Aston Villa Ollie Watkins.
Telegraph reporter Sam Dean tweeted, “Aston Villa and Brentford are negotiating with Ollie Watkins.
“Fee of £ 28 million, amounting to £ 33 million. Still unsigned, Watkins trained with Brentford today.
BAT MAN
Crystal Palace won the race to point out Michy Batshuayi for the season.
West Brom and Aston Villa had wondered if they could face the Belgian foreign striker throughout the season.
But the 26-year-old is now heading back to Selhurst Park after enjoying a successful loan from the club two years ago.
Chelsea have been forced to squander Batshuayi on a loose move next year by extending his existing contract for another 12 months.
He has scored seven goals in thirteen appearances with the Eagles following his arrival in the January 2019 movement window, and boss Roy Hodgson is hoping to bring some credit to his new team this season.
Palace is actively attracting young skill this summer with Eberichi Eze arriving from QPR and Nathan Ferguson signing from West Brom.
GLORY SHEET
Sheffield United gives Oliver Burke a chance to start his career in a wonderful trade.
Scottish forward Burke joins the Blades from West Brom, where he left in the shadows after his move to Red Bull Leipzig.
Burke took advantage of the possibility of joining Chris Wilder’s club and resolved situations and a medical examination when he returned from service abroad.
United will send forward Callum Robinson to Albion as part of the deal. The Republic of Ireland ahead helped Slaven Bilic’s look win a loan promotion.
Robinson signed through Preston’s Blades for £ 8 million a year ago but has moved to the next window and is now gone forever.
Wilder now to get a forward and is in the running for Rhian Brewster in Liverpool. However, its opening offer is well below Kop’s valuation.
LUCK TOFF
Everton’s failure Cenk Tosun launched a career lifeline through Turkish giant Fenerbahce.
Besiktas’ £ 27m acquisition in 2018 has since struggled to identify itself at Goodison Park.
He did not play for new Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti and was loaned to Crystal Palace in January.
Reports in Istanbul now claim Fenerbahce officials have reached out to rivals Everton about a possible deal for the 42-match Turkish international.
The Istanbul look needs Tosun, 29, to update star forward Vedat Muriqi, the Kosovo foreigner who will sign for Lazio.
Former Newcastle midfielder Emre Belozoglu has led the club’s Super Lig negotiations with the Toffees.
The Turks are going to give Tosun a loan for a season, but apparently they are also contemplating a permanent move.
I RAISE
Man Utd youngster Dylan Levitt has signed a season for Charlton.
United legend Ryan Giggs made his Welsh debut at Levitt last week and the midfielder’s functionality caught the Addicks’ attention.
The teenager played the full 90 minutes in his country’s 1-0 win in Finland.
And Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confidence in the midfielder who gave him his first-team goal against Astana in the Europa League last year.
Charlton boss Lee Bowyer sought to boost power to his midfield and controlled himself to reach a deal.
The Addicks loaned up-and-coming West Ham star Josh Cullen to the midfielder last season, the 24-year-old is back at London Stadium.
KOL IN ME
Former Manchester City left-back Aleksander Kolarov from Roma to Inter Milan has reportedly ended.
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 the Leipziger Volkszeitung, the German side have an obligation to buy him for £18milliom.
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 desperately 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 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 compatriot Willian left Chelsea for London Arsenal.
Silva had a lot this summer, adding contracts from 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 responded: “If I had, you would move to Chelsea, I would have stayed there after all. “
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