Transfer News: Tottenham, Manchester United, and Chelsea Eye Potential Signings
The summer transfer window is yet to open, but speculation is already building regarding potential deals for some of Europe’s top clubs. According to reports from BBC Sport, several top-flight teams are eyeing potential signings to bolster their squads for the upcoming season.
Tottenham are set to open talks with Rennes over French striker Arnaud Kalimuendo, 23. The young forward has been impressing in Ligue 1, and Tottenham are reportedly keen to bring him to the Premier League. As BBC Sport reports, citing sources from L’Equipe, Kalimuendo could be a key target for Spurs as they look to strengthen their attacking options.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have held initial talks with Eintracht Frankfurt over the signing of France striker Hugo Ekitike, 22. While no formal bid has been made yet, United are believed to be keen on securing the young striker’s services. BBC Sport notes that Sky Sports has reported on these talks, suggesting that United are serious about bringing Ekitike to Old Trafford.
In other news, Napoli are aiming to sign either Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho, 20, or Manchester City’s Jack Grealish, 29. However, the Italian champions are only willing to spend £45m on either player. As BBC Sport reports, citing sources from the Sun, Napoli are keen to strengthen their squad ahead of next season and believe that either Garnacho or Grealish could be a valuable addition.
AC Milan and Napoli are also interested in Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, with the Reds valuing the 25-year-old Uruguay international at 60m euros (£51m). BBC Sport notes that Corriere dello Sport has reported on this story, suggesting that Nunez could be a key target for both Milan and Napoli as they look to strengthen their attacking options.
Atletico Madrid, meanwhile, are eyeing a potential move for Aston Villa and France full-back Lucas Digne, 31. If they are unable to sign Liverpool’s Andy Robertson, 31, Digne could be a alternative target for the Spanish club. As BBC Sport reports, citing sources from the Times, Atletico are keen to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season.
Chelsea have also opened talks with Lyon over Belgian winger Malik Fofana, 20. Nottingham Forest have also shown interest in the young winger, who could be a valuable addition to either team’s squad. BBC Sport notes that L’Equipe has reported on these talks, suggesting that Chelsea and Forest are serious about bringing Fofana to their respective clubs.
In other transfer news, Barcelona and Germany goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, 33, has turned down an offer from Turkish champions Galatasaray. BBC Sport reports, citing sources from Sport, that ter Stegen is happy at Barcelona and has no intention of leaving the club.
Several clubs are also interested in Al Nassr and Spain defender Aymeric Laporte, 31, formerly of Manchester City. Athletic Bilbao, Marseille, Arsenal, Aston Villa, Inter Milan, and Napoli have all shown interest in the experienced defender. As BBC Sport reports, citing sources from AS, Laporte could be a valuable addition to any of these teams.
Finally, Liverpool have joined Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle in the race for Southampton and England Under-21s winger Tyler Dibling, 19. BBC Sport notes that CaughtOffside has reported on this story, suggesting that Dibling could be a key target for several top-flight clubs.
Real Betis, meanwhile, want to enter into a joint-ownership agreement with Manchester United for Brazil winger Antony, 25. The Spanish club would buy increasing percentages of his playing rights from next summer. As BBC Sport reports, citing sources from ABC, this unusual deal could be a innovative solution for both United and Betis.
