Newcastle’s Pursuit of Crystal Palace Defender Hits a Snag
Newcastle’s pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi has hit another setback, with Palace set to reject a fourth bid worth around £65m plus add-ons from the Magpies. Despite this setback, Newcastle is not ready to walk away from a deal for Guehi just yet, as the club considers its options.
Newcastle Boss Eddie Howe Eyes Alternative Target
While Newcastle continues its pursuit of Guehi, manager Eddie Howe is also considering alternative options. One potential target is Chelsea’s 25-year-old English defender Trevoh Chalobah, who has been admired by Howe. Chalobah could provide a solid defensive option for Newcastle if a deal for Guehi falls through.
Crystal Palace Pursues French Centre-Back
Meanwhile, Crystal Palace has been active in the transfer market, with reports suggesting that the club has agreed personal terms with French centre-back Maxence Lacroix, 24. Palace is now pushing for a deal with Lacroix’s club, Wolfsburg, as they look to bolster their defensive options.
Chelsea and Atletico Madrid in Talks Over Midfielder and Forward
Chelsea is set to hold fresh talks with Atletico Madrid over the weekend as the two clubs aim to break the deadlock in negotiations. The focus of these talks will be deals for England midfielder Conor Gallagher and Portugal forward Joao Felix, both 24. It remains to be seen if a breakthrough can be reached between the two clubs.
Negotiations Between Arsenal and Real Sociedad Reach Final Stages
Negotiations between Arsenal and Real Sociedad for the transfer of Spain midfielder Mikel Merino are in their final stages. Talks will continue over the weekend as both clubs work towards reaching an agreement. Merino is set to be left out of Real Sociedad’s squad for their La Liga opener against Rayo Vallecano as the deal nears completion.
Uncertainty Surrounds Everton Manager’s Future
There is uncertainty surrounding the future of Everton manager Sean Dyche. With one year left on his contract, no talks have taken place about extending his deal amid rumors of a possible takeover of the club. It remains to be seen what the future holds for Dyche and Everton.
Dele Alli Given Chance to Prove Fitness at Everton
Everton is giving free agent Dele Alli the opportunity to prove his fitness by playing in behind-closed-doors games. The 28-year-old English midfielder will have a chance to showcase his abilities before Everton decides whether to offer him a new deal. Alli will be hoping to impress and secure his future at the club.
Fiorentina Eyeing Manchester United Defender
Italian club Fiorentina has set its sights on Manchester United’s 30-year-old Sweden defender Victor Lindelof. Fiorentina is reportedly interested in acquiring Lindelof’s services and will look to make a move for him. It remains to be seen if United will be willing to part ways with the experienced defender.
Tunisia Midfielder Mejbri to Leave Manchester United Permanently
Manchester United has informed Tunisia midfielder Hannibal Mejbri that he will only be allowed to leave the club in a permanent deal. This comes as both Rangers and Celtic have shown interest in taking the 21-year-old on loan. Mejbri’s future at United hangs in the balance as the club makes its stance clear.
Liverpool Boss Implements Breakfast Ritual
Liverpool boss Arne Slot has implemented a new ritual for his players, making it compulsory for them to have breakfast together at the club’s training ground. This move aims to foster team unity and create a sense of camaraderie among the players. Slot believes that starting the day together will have a positive impact on the team’s performance.
Roma’s Abraham Set for Move to Saudi Pro League
Roma striker Tammy Abraham, 26, is set to join an unnamed club in the Saudi Pro League, despite interest from West Ham. Abraham’s future at Roma has been uncertain, and it seems he will be making a move to the Middle East. West Ham will now need to explore other options as they look to strengthen their attacking options.
Leeds Interested in Burnley Winger
Leeds United has shown interest in signing Burnley’s 27-year-old Angola winger Manuel Benson. Marcelo Bielsa’s side is looking to bolster their squad and sees Benson as a potential addition. It remains to be seen if a deal can be reached between the two clubs.
Thiago Alcantara Concludes Stint at Barcelona
Former Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara has finished a brief stint working alongside new Barcelona boss Hansi Flick and has returned to Merseyside. Thiago’s time at Barcelona allowed him to gain valuable experience working with Flick and further develop his coaching skills. He will now bring this knowledge back to Liverpool as he continues to contribute to the club’s success.
Bayer Leverkusen Manager Denies Rumors Surrounding Defender
Bayer Leverkusen manager Xabi Alonso has dismissed rumors linking Germany defender Jonathan Tah with a move to Bayern Munich. Alonso has made it clear that Tah is part of his plans for the upcoming season. This statement puts an end to speculation surrounding Tah’s future and reaffirms Leverkusen’s commitment to the player.