Transfer Rumours: Premier League Clubs Eyeing Top Talent
The summer transfer window is in full swing and Premier League clubs are already eyeing up some of the top talent from around the world. Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea, Brighton & Hove Albion, and Tottenham are all reportedly looking at potential signings. Here is a roundup of the latest transfer rumours.
Manchester City Eyeing Achraf Hakimi
Manchester City are reportedly considering a bid for Paris St-Germain right-back Achraf Hakimi, 24. According to Spanish newspaper Marca, the club will not hesitate to pay a big fee for the Morocco international.
Manchester United Target Moises Caicedo
Manchester United are focusing on other midfield targets, with Brighton & Hove Albion’s Ecuador international Moises Caicedo, 21, top of their list. This comes after the club failed to make progress in their attempts to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea. United are reportedly unhappy with Chelsea after news of their failed bids for England midfielder Mount, 24, was leaked to national newspapers.
Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea Eye Victor Osimhen
Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea will hold meetings with the agents of Napoli’s Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen, 24, next week over a potential move to the Premier League. The Express reports that all three clubs are interested in signing the 21-year-old.
Bayern Munich Eye Frenkie de Jong
Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has asked the club to bid for Barcelona’s Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong, 26. This comes after the club pulled out of the race to sign England’s Declan Rice, 24, from West Ham. French newspaper Foot Mercato reports that Bayern are keen to sign De Jong this summer.
Arsenal’s Eddie Nketiah Monitored by Three Premier League Clubs
Three Premier League clubs are monitoring Arsenal’s English striker Eddie Nketiah, 24, amid the Gunners’ imminent signing of Chelsea’s 24-year-old Germany forward Kai Havertz. The Mirror reports that Brighton have identified Ajax forward Mohammed Kudus, 22, as a top target this summer after the Ghanaian rejected a new contract at the Eredivisie club.
Newcastle United Eye David Hancko
Feyenoord’s Slovakia centre-half David Hancko, 25, is the subject of interest from Newcastle United who are looking to bolster their defensive options. The Mail reports that Newcastle have identified Hancko as a potential signing this summer.
Callum Hudson-Odoi Set for Crunch Talks with Chelsea
Callum Hudson-Odoi is set for crunch talks with Chelsea, with numerous Premier League clubs keeping tabs on the 22-year-old England winger. The Express reports that Hudson-Odoi is considering his future at Stamford Bridge and could be set for a move away from the club this summer.
Everton Eye Wilfried Gnonto
Everton are interested in bringing Leeds United’s Italy winger Wilfried Gnonto, 19, to Goodison Park this summer. Football Italia reports that Everton are keen to sign Gnonto and have identified him as one of their top targets this summer.
Tottenham Name Micky van de Ven on Defensive Shortlist
Tottenham have named Wolfsburg’s Dutch defender Micky van de Ven, 22, on a defensive shortlist that also includes Bayer Leverkusen’s 24-year-old Burkino Faso centre-back Edmond Taspoba. The Mail reports that Spurs are looking to bolster their defensive options and have identified Van de Ven and Taspoba as potential signings this summer.
Southampton Set to Sign Derrick Abu
Southampton are set to sign former Chelsea defender Derrick Abu, 19, on a free transfer. The Mail reports that Abu is set to join Southampton this summer after leaving Chelsea at the end of last season.
Roma in Advanced Talks to Sign Leeds United Defender Rasmus Kristensen
Serie A side Roma are in advanced talks to sign Leeds United defender Rasmus Kristensen, 25, with manager Jose Mourinho keen on the Denmark international. The Mail reports that Roma are close to agreeing a deal for Kristensen and could announce his signing in the coming weeks.
Manchester United Tracking Serbia Goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic
Manchester United are tracking Serbia goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic, 23, who won the MLS save of the year award last season playing for New England Revolution. The Manchester Evening News reports that United are keeping tabs on Petrovic and could make a move for him this summer.
Sheffield United Willing to Sell Iliman Ndiaye to Everton
Sheffield United are willing to sell Senegal forward Iliman Ndiaye, 23, to fellow Premier League side Everton this summer. Football Insider reports that Sheffield United are open to selling Ndiaye and Everton are interested in signing him this summer.
Conclusion
The summer transfer window is always an exciting time for football fans as clubs look to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season. With so many clubs reportedly interested in signing top talent from around the world, it looks set to be an intriguing few months as teams look to add quality players to their rosters.