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Club president opens up on failed Rashford move
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F07%2Fmarcus-rashford.jpg "Marcus Rashford in action for Aston Villa on February 9, 2025")
Como president Mirwan Suwarso has confirmed the Italian club attempted to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United in the winter transfer window.
Rashford was linked with a number of clubs across Europe after he revealed he was "ready for a new challenge" in his career.
Man United boss Ruben Amorim also banished Rashford from the first-team setup, paving the way for Rashford to leave the club before the transfer deadline.
The likes of Borussia Dortmund, Barcelona, AC Milan and Juventus were all mentioned as potential destinations for the 27-year-old.
Transfer battle: Man United 'eyeing swoop' for Real Madrid-linked defender?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Fdean-huijsen.jpg "Bournemouth's Dean Huijsen with Milos Kerkez on December 5, 2024")
Manchester United have reportedly entered the race to sign Real Madrid-linked defender Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth.
Huijsen spent the second half of last season on loan at Roma, before he joined Bournemouth from Juventus for £12.8m ahead of the current campaign.
The 19-year-old experienced a slow start to life in the Premier League, settling for just two starts in Bournemouth's first 13 top-flight matches of the season.
However, an injury to Marcos Senesi opened the door for Huijsen to form a central defensive partnership with Ilya Zabarnyi.
Former Chelsea, PSG players among nine signed by Boavista
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Boavista have announced that they have strengthened their squad with the addition of nine players.
Sitting bottom of the Primeira Liga table with just two wins from their 21 matches, the Chequered Ones have decided to take extreme action in a bid to retain their top-flight status.
Lito Vidigal was appointed as the club's new head coach as recently as Monday, the 55-year-old returning for his second stint at Estadio do Bessa.
A wide array of talent have been acquired in his 48 hours in charge, including former Paris Saint-Germain defender Layvin Kurzawa.
Man United 'watch new man in action' after 'agreeing £50m deal' for Sporting star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F46%2Fgeovany-quenda-viktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Geovany Quenda and Viktor Gyokeres on September 22, 2024")
Manchester United reportedly had scouts at Sporting Lisbon's league contest with Porto last week to watch Geovany Quenda following claims that the Red Devils have a deal in place to sign the youngster this summer.
The 17-year-old was given his big break at Sporting by now Man United head coach Ruben Amorim, and he has been in excellent form this season, scoring twice and providing seven assists in 37 appearances in all competitions.
Man United allegedly have a deal in place to sign Quenda for £50m this summer, with the Red Devils said to have moved quickly amid the growing interest in the teenager's services.
Amorim's influence is believed to have been key in the 20-time English champions allegedly winning the race, and according to Record, Man United had scouts at Sporting's league contest with Porto last week to watch him in action.
'Major boost' for Arteta, Amorim with Bundesliga club 'open to striker sale'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F51%2Fmikel-arteta_1.jpg "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on December 21, 2024")
RB Leipzig are reportedly open to letting Benjamin Sesko leave during this summer's transfer window, with Arsenal and Manchester United said to be among the clubs interested in his services.
The 21-year-old has again been in strong form for Leipzig during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 15 goals and registering four assists in 30 appearances in all competitions.
Sesko signed a new deal with the Red Bulls in June 2024, with his current contract due to expire at the end of the 2028-29 campaign, but there remains a host of speculation surrounding his future.
Arsenal are believed to be keen on the Slovenia international, while Man United have also been credited with an interest, as both major English clubs look to sign new strikers during this summer's transfer window.
Pep 'identifies dream De Bruyne replacement' but deal 'could cost £125m'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Fkevin-de-bruyne.jpg "Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on September 18, 2024")
Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola reportedly views Bayer Leverkusen attacker Florian Wirtz as his 'dream replacement' for Kevin De Bruyne, but it will take an astronomical fee to secure his services.
Wirtz was outstanding for Leverkusen during their enthralling 2023-24 season, scoring 18 goals and registering 20 assists in 49 appearances in all competitions, including 11 goals and 12 assists in the Bundesliga.
The 21-year-old has again been in excellent form this term, managing 15 goals and 12 assists in 34 appearances, fresh from the two goals that he scored for Germany at last summer's European Championship.
Leverkusen have Wirtz on a contract until June 2027, but it is understood that he will be on the move this summer.
Al-Hilal confirm Salah desire: Is Liverpool forward really heading for Saudi Arabia?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F04%2Fmohamed-salah_1.jpg "Mohamed Salah of Liverpool during his side's Champions League match against Lille, on January 21, 2025")
Al-Hilal head coach Jorge Jesus has confirmed that he wants Mohamed Salah at the club next season.
There remains ongoing speculation surrounding Salah's future, as the Egypt international's contract with Liverpool is due to expire this summer, and there are currently no signs that he will be penning a fresh deal at Anfield.
Salah has been in outstanding form for Liverpool during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 26 goals and registering 18 assists in 34 appearances in all competitions, and he could potentially lead the Reds to a treble this season.
However, the forward has hinted on a number of occasions in recent months that he will be leaving the Reds this summer, having been unable to come to an agreement over a new contract.
Tottenham 'keen' on ex-Man City attacker but 'face huge battle' for his services
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F40%2Fange-postecoglou.jpg "Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou pictured on October 6, 2024")
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly 'serious contenders' to sign Bayern Munich forward Leroy Sane this summer.
The 29-year-old only has a contract at Allianz Arena until the end of June, and Bayern have thus far found it difficult to sign him to an extension, with both parties seemingly preparing to separate this summer.
Sane has again been a regular at Allianz Arena this term, scoring eight goals and registering two assists in 27 appearances, but it is believed that Bayern are 'close to giving up' in the battle to keep him.
A number of clubs, including Manchester United and Arsenal, have been linked with the Germany international, who famously previously played in the Premier League for Manchester City between August 2016 and July 2020.
Wolves among clubs chasing €10m-rated Algeria international?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F07%2Fibrahim-maza.jpg "Hertha Berlin forward Ibrahim Maza in January 2025.")
Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly identified Hertha Berlin youngster Ibrahim Maza as a potential summer transfer target.
Vitor Pereira is currently focused on trying to keep Wolves in the Premier League, his side sitting two points clear of the relegation zone.
On the back of two wins over Aston Villa and Blackburn Rovers, there is some much-needed positivity at Molineux ahead of fixtures with Liverpool and Bournemouth.
However, Wolves already face the prospect of a difficult summer transfer window, a consequence of Matheus Cunha having a release clause in his new contract and the futures of the likes of Rayan Ait-Nouri and Joao Gomes likely to come under the spotlight.
The £75m man: Man United, Real Madrid 'among clubs interested' in centre-back
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Fcastello-lukeba_1.jpg "Castello Lukeba of RB Leipzig during his side's game against Freiburg, on October 26, 2024")
Manchester United could reportedly battle the likes of Real Madrid, Chelsea and Liverpool for the signature of RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba during this summer's transfer window.
The 22-year-old signed a new long-term contract with Leipzig last October, but his deal includes a release clause of €90m (£75m), and it is understood that he could be on the move at the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
According to Bild, a number of clubs are keeping a close eye on his situation, with Man United in the hunt alongside Real Madrid, Chelsea and Liverpool, but there could be more interest at the end of the season.
The report claims that Lukeba is ready to make the move to a major club, and the centre-back is hopeful that his release clause will be activated this summer.
Man City, Chelsea 'suffer blow' in right-back pursuit
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F48%2Fdaniel-munoz.jpg "Crystal Palace's Daniel Munoz celebrates scoring on November 30, 2024")
Chelsea and Manchester City have reportedly been dealt a blow in their efforts to strengthen at right-back.
Despite sitting in fourth and fifth position in the Premier League table, both clubs are enduring mixed campaigns under Enzo Maresca and Pep Gaurdiola.
The former have been eliminated from both domestic cup competitions, while the latter suffered a 3-2 defeat at the hands of Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League knockout playoff tie on Tuesday night.
Both sides have separate priorities for the summer transfer window, it plausible that a fresh face at full-back could be on the agenda.
Barcelona 'monitoring' two superstar forwards ahead of summer
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres in action on September 17, 2024")
Barcelona are reportedly mulling over whether to make a big-money approach for a superstar forward during the summer transfer window.
The Catalan giants currently possess one of the best attacks in world football with 64 goals being scored in their 23 La Liga fixtures under Hansi Flick.
Lamine Yamal, Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski are the undisputed front three when everyone is fit, yet club officials are having to consider their options in the market.
Although Lewandowski is in line to sign a contract extension, the Poland international turns 37 years of age in August and will eventually need to be replaced.
A second Mohamed at Liverpool? Slot 'seriously considering' bid for Nice winger
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Liverpool are reportedly contemplating whether to make an approach for Nice winger Mohamed-Ali Cho.
Despite last weekend's FA Cup defeat at Plymouth Argyle, the Merseyside giants are enjoying an outstanding first campaign under Arne Slot.
As well as sitting at the top of the Premier League table and having reached the last 16 of the Champions League, Liverpool are also in the EFL Cup final.
However, consideration needs to be given to the summer transfer market, a consequence of Mohamed Salah still having not extended his contract past the end of 2024-25.
Chelsea, South American starlet 'make request' ahead of summer transfer
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fkendry-paez.jpg "Ecuador's Kendry Paez in action on September 6, 2024")
Chelsea and Kendry Paez are allegedly eager to facilitate "an adaption period" ahead of his summer transfer to Stamford Bridge.
In June 2023, it was announced that the Premier League giants had agreed to sign the starlet from Independiente del Valle when he turns 18 years of age.
FIFA regulations dictated that such a transfer could not materialise until then, but Paez will be able to complete a switch for a fee in the region of £17m in July.
Despite his age, Paez is already a star for his club and country. As many as 13 goals and six goals have been contributed from 70 appearances for Independiente del Valle.
Chelsea 'lining up' big-money move for Atletico star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F45%2Fpablo-barrios.jpg "Atletico Madrid midfielder Pablo Barrios in November 2024.")
Chelsea have reportedly identified an Atletico Madrid midfielder as a potential summer transfer target.
Despite sitting in fourth position in the Premier League table, the Blues are currently going through an indifferent run of form.
That can partly be attributed to a lack of depth in central midfield, the injury absence of Romeo Lavia leaving Enzo Maresca with Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as his three options.
Although Mathis Amougou was signed from Saint-Etienne during the winter transfer window, the 19-year-old Frenchman is not expected to feature regularly between now and the end of the campaign.
Which PL side are plotting a move for Southampton star Dibling?
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Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly stepped up their efforts to sign Southampton man Tyler Dibling at the end of the season.
Recent reports have suggested that Spurs have earmarked the 18-year-old as a potential arrival in North London during the summer transfer window.
Dibling has impressed massively during his first-ever Premier League campaign, bouncing back from a difficult period within the academy of Chelsea.
The tricky right winger has featured in 20 top-flight contests for the struggling Saints in 2024-25, scoring goals against Ipswich Town and Crystal Palace.
Second tier reunion: Leicester man Iversen wanted by Championship club?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F07%2Fdaniel-iversen.jpg "Leicester City goalkeeper Daniel Iversen on December 3, 2024")
Leicester City goalkeeper Daniel Iversen has reportedly attracted interest from Championship side Preston North End.
The shot-stopping Dane has fallen down the pecking order in the East Midlands since the arrival of Ruud van Nistelrooy, replacing former head coach Steve Cooper.
Iversen is now facing first-team obscurity for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign, having been left out of Leicester's squad for the FA Cup defeat to Manchester United last week.
The 27-year-old's most recent competitive appearances arrived in the colours of Stoke City, with the goalkeeper enjoying three straight clean sheets at the second-tier club in May.
"I think so" - Club chief drops major hint over future of Man United loanee
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F29%2Fantras.jpg "Manchester United's Antony and Marcus Rashford pictured in May 2024")
Real Betis CEO Ramon Alarcon has talked-up a permanent deal for Manchester United attacker Antony during this summer's transfer window, with the Brazilian making a strong start to life at Estadio Benito Villamarin.
The 24-year-old made the move to Seville in the latter stages of the January transfer window, joining Manuel Pellegrini's side on a deal until the end of the 2024-25 campaign.
Antony has impressed in his opening two games against Athletic Bilbao and Celta Vigo, scoring against the latter, but as it stands, the Brazilian will return to his parent club this summer, as there is no obligation to purchase in the agreement.
Alarcon has said that Real Betis are open to signing Antony on a permanent basis this summer, and he is confident that their strong relationship with Man United will stand them in good stead when it comes to potential negotiations.
"Outgrown the competition" - Club boss confirms summer exit for Leicester target
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F50%2Fezechiel-banzuzi.jpg "Ezechiel Banzuzi playing for Netherlands Under-21s on November 18, 2024")
Leicester City target Ezechiel Banzuzi is set to leave Leuven at the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign, opening the door to a Premier League switch.
The 19-year-old has caught the eye of many top-flight suitors this season, with the Foxes and Brighton & Hove Albion keeping tabs during the January transfer window.
It has reported that Ruud Van Nistelrooy's men wanted a £12m deal for Ezechiel, although the talent remained at Leuven past the February 3 deadline.
The teenager is a central midfielder with a keen eye for a creative contribution, scoring once and providing five assists across 23 Belgian Pro League fixtures this season.
Vinicius speaks! Could Real Madrid superstar really make a shock move to Saudi Arabia?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F45%2Fvinicius-junior.jpg "Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF celebrates a goal on November 9, 2024")
Vinicius Junior has insisted that he wants to sign a new long-term contract at Real Madrid amid ongoing reports linking him with a big-money switch to the Saudi Pro League.
The 24-year-old has again been in impressive form for Los Blancos during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 16 goals and registering 11 assists in 30 appearances in all competitions.
Vinicius only has a contract at Bernabeu until June 2027, though, and there is currently a host of speculation surrounding his future, with Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli believed to be determined to bring him to the Saudi Pro League.
An offer of €300m (£251m) could allegedly be submitted to Real Madrid, with Vinicius then being offered a staggering €200m (£167.6m) a season on a five-year deal.
'Very close': Why Reds almost sold star to Saudi Pro League, and why he stayed
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Farne-slot.jpg "Liverpool manager Arne Slot during his side's Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur, on December 22, 2024")
Liverpool reportedly almost agreed a fee with Al-Nassr for the sale of striker Darwin Nunez but decided against his transfer as they did not have a replacement lined up.
The Reds are set to take on Everton at Goodison Park on Wednesday night in the Premier League and could extend their lead over second-placed Arsenal to nine points should they win.
Arne Slot's side have also scored the most goals in the top flight having netted 56 times in 23 games, with Mohamed Salah directly responsible for 21 goals while also registering 13 assists.
Cody Gakpo has also earned praise for his performances in front of goal, but Nunez has at times been criticised for his performances having only scored four times in the Premier League.
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