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Is Gomes a go? Man United 'make final decision' on transfer reunion
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F10%2Fangel-gomes.jpg "England's Angel Gomes pictured on November 17, 2024")
Manchester United have reportedly dropped their interest in signing former youth product and current Lille midfielder Angel Gomes on a free transfer this summer.
The England international never made the grade at Old Trafford during a 14-year stint from 2006 to 2020, only playing 10 times in all competitions before leaving for nothing in 2020.
Gomes has since made a career for himself in France, though, contributing 10 goals and 19 assists in 134 appearances for Lille, who currently sit fifth in the Ligue 1 standings.
The 24-year-old's form in the French top flight was impressive enough to catch the eye of former England interim boss Lee Carsley, who included him in each of his three Nations League squads last year after winning the Under-21 European Championship together.
Advantage Arsenal? Williams latest as Gunners 'enter talks' with attacker's camp
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Fnico-williams.jpg "Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams pictured on March 13, 2025")
Arsenal have reportedly entered discussions with Nico Williams's camp over a summer deal for the Athletic Bilbao attacker, who is also wanted by Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
The Gunners were understood to be one of several clubs interested in signing the Euro 2024 winner during the last summer window, but Williams turned down the chance to leave San Mames.
The 22-year-old has not quite been able to hit the same heights he showed in Germany last summer, but he has still come up with a praiseworthy nine goals and seven assists from 36 matches in all tournaments this season.
Williams was at his best against Roma in the Europa League last 16 in the week, bagging a brace to help his side advance to the quarter-finals with a 3-1 second-leg win and 4-3 aggregate triumph.
A friend for Quenda: £18.5m midfielder 'completes medical' ahead of Chelsea move
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Fdario-essugo.jpg "Las Palmas' Dario Essugo pictured on November 18, 2024")
Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Sporting Lisbon midfielder Dario Essugo in an £18.5m deal after already securing the signature of Geovany Quenda.
On Friday, it was claimed that the Blues had succeeded with a 'secret blitz' for 17-year-old wing-back Quenda, who is expected to join Enzo Maresca's side in a £40m deal this summer.
Quenda will spend the 2025-26 season back on loan at Sporting before officially making the move to Chelsea in 2026, and the Blues won the race for his signature despite persistent talk of Manchester United being interested in a deal.
Ruben Amorim's side are said to have held informal discussions over a move for Quenda, but the Red Devils never made an official bid, having already brought Patrick Dorgu to the club in January.
United-linked defender 'receives Premier League offer' as Amorim plans summer
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F06%2Fruben-amorim.jpg "Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on February 7, 2025")
Fenerbahce are reported to have received an offer for Manchester United target Yusuf Akcicek from a Premier League club.
The 19-year-old centre-back is currently plying his trade under former United boss Jose Mourinho, though his side were eliminated from the Europa League after losing a penalty shootout against Rangers on Thursday.
Akcicek has been linked with a move to the likes of Napoli, RB Leipzig and Atletico Madrid, while Bayern Munich's scout coordinator Gurkan Karahan will reportedly be in the stands to watch his match against Samsunspor on Sunday, but the defender was supposedly the subject of a bid from England.
Fanatik quote the club's Vice President Acun Ilicali as saying: "We had a verbal meeting for Yusuf. After the Anderlecht game, a sporting director from the Premier League texted me saying, now it's £20 million, but we don't plan to sell him."
Reds 'win' race for Premier League defender as fears about Van Dijk's exit grow
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F52%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.jpg "Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk during his side's Premier League match against Leicester City, on December 26, 2024")
Liverpool are reported to be in pole position to sign Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi ahead of Newcastle United in the summer transfer window.
The Merseysiders also have the opportunity to beat Newcastle on the pitch at Wembley on Sunday in the final of the EFL Cup, and captain Virgil van Dijk will be hoping to win the trophy for a third time in four seasons.
Van Dijk has arguably been one of the division's finest defenders, and he is on course to win the Premier League title for a second time given the Reds are 15 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal.
However, the defender's contract at Anfield is set to expire in the summer and the 33-year-old will leave the club for free as things stand, and fans are concerned that there has seemingly been no progress over an extension.
Move over Isak? Will Reds pursue ex-Man City forward to replace Nunez and Jota?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F05%2Fliverpool.jpg "Darwin Nunez of Liverpool on January 31, 2025")
The agent of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez has claimed Liverpool held interest in signing the player from Manchester City before he left England last summer.
Liverpool are set to take on Newcastle United in the EFL Cup final on Sunday, but there are question marks about whether Darwin Nunez or Diogo Jota should start up front.
Both are hard workers, but they have only scored 10 goals between them in the Premier League this term, and the duo have struggled with injuries and form.
Nunez is expected to leave Anfield in the summer transfer window, and his exit would open the door for a new number nine to come into the club.
Amorim's summer request: Man United head coach 'desperate to sign' Sporting star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F49%2Fruben-amorim_1.jpg "Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim on December 7, 2024")
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is reportedly determined to bring Sporting Lisbon striker Viktor Gyokeres to Old Trafford during this summer's transfer window.
Gyokeres has been in stunning form for Sporting during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring 39 goals and registering nine assists in 40 appearances in all competitions, including 27 goals and five assists in 24 league fixtures.
There is currently a host of speculation surrounding the 26-year-old's future, with a number of clubs believed to be keen to secure his signature at the end of the campaign.
The release clause in Gyokeres's Sporting deal has been set at €100m (£84m), but it is believed that he could be allowed to leave for a fee in the region of €71m (£60m) during the summer market.
"Will be one of the stars" - Flick rules out Barca exit for Chelsea-linked Spaniard
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F10%2Fspa.jpg "Spain's Pedri, Ferran Torres and Gavi on July 14, 2024")
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has said that he is expecting Gavi to stay "for many years" at Camp Nou amid speculation surrounding a potential move away from the Catalan giants.
Gavi has made 25 appearances for Barcelona this season, scoring twice and providing three assists in the process, but he is currently finding it difficult to hold down a regular spot in the starting XI.
Marc Casado, Frenkie de Jong and Pedri are all ahead of him when it comes to the two midfield spots, while Dani Olmo is Flick's preferred choice in the number 10 position.
Gavi has, at times, been used as a wide player, but Raphinha and Lamine Yamal are absolute certainties in the Barcelona XI, which has made it even more difficult for the 20-year-old to secure regular starts.
Flick opens door to Barca exit as Man United 'have £55m bid rejected' for 27-year-old
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F03%2Fhansi-flick_1.jpeg "Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick on January 18, 2025")
Manchester United have reportedly failed with a €65m (£55m) bid for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, but the Catalan club's head coach Hansi Flick is unsure whether the Dutchman will sign a new deal at Camp Nou.
The 27-year-old found it difficult to secure regular action under Flick earlier this season, but he has turned his fortunes around of late, with the Netherlands international becoming a vital player for Barcelona once again.
De Jong has made 29 appearances this season, scoring twice and registering one assist, but there remains widespread speculation surrounding his future.
According to Fichajes, Man United recently placed a €65m (£55m) offer on the table for the former Ajax youngster, but Barcelona were quick to reject it, with the Catalan outfit not prepared to let him leave at that price.
Williams who? Arsenal 'in six-team battle' for £42.2m attacker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F46%2Fmalick-fofana.jpg "Lyon's Malick Fofana pictured on November 10, 2024")
Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly among the clubs chasing the signature of Lyon attacker Malick Fofana, who has been the subject of 'positive scouting reports'.
Attacking reinforcements are likely to be high on the priority lists of both clubs this summer, as Liverpool are still yet to agree a new contract with Mohamed Salah beyond the end of June.
Meanwhile, one of Gabriel Martinelli or Leandro Trossard has been tipped to leave the Gunners at the end of the season, and the latter's deal also runs for just one more season.
Trossard was the subject of interest from Saudi Arabia last year, and given that the Belgium international is now in his 30s, an exit this summer is not beyond the realm of possibility.
'Revealed': How did Chelsea beat Man Utd to Quenda signing?
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Manchester United reportedly never went as far as submitting an official bid for Sporting Lisbon's Geovany Quenda, who is now bound for Chelsea.
Following the appointment of Ruben Amorim as Erik ten Hag's successor in the autumn, the Red Devils were naturally tipped to raid the Portuguese's former club either in January or the summer.
Exciting wing-back Quenda was said to have been a prominent name on Man United's shortlist, but bombshell reports emerged on Friday claiming that Chelsea were closing in on his signature.
The Blues are said to have agreed a £40m fee for the 17-year-old following a 'secret blitz', and he will spend the 2025-26 season on loan at Sporting before moving to Stamford Bridge on what could end up being a seven-year contract.
AC Milan 'make decision' on permanent Felix deal
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AC Milan have reportedly already reached a decision over the long-term future of Chelsea loanee Joao Felix.
Despite only arriving at Stamford Bridge on a permanent deal last summer, it became apparent in January that Felix was eager to secure a move elsewhere.
The arrival of Sergio Conceicao at San Siro led to the newly-appointed head coach moving for his Portuguese compatriot at a time when Milan were desperate to kick-start their campaign.
As such, Milan allegedly paid a £5m loan fee with the understanding that a permanent deal could be negotiated if it suited all parties.
Liverpool 'close' to sealing summer deal for Wolves star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Fjoao-gomes-matheus-cunha.jpg "Wolverhampton Wanderers duo Joao Gomes and Matheus Cunha in November 2024.")
Liverpool reportedly have ambitions to sign one of the Brazil internationals currently representing Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Having been eliminated from the Champions League earlier this week, Liverpool are currently focused on trying to win Sunday's EFL Cup final and convert their 15-point lead in the Premier League table into a top-flight title.
However, despite largely impressing in Arne Slot's first season in charge, it became apparent in defeat to Paris Saint-Germain that Liverpool have some way to go on the continental front.
Priority is likely to be placed on acquiring a new right-back and centre-back, while it is fair to assume that another versatile attacker may be on the agenda.
From Old Trafford to Bernabeu? Real Madrid 'lining up summer move' for Man United star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F49%2Fkobbie-mainoo-diogo-dalot.jpg "Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo and Diogo Dalot on May 6, 2024")
Real Madrid are reportedly planning to move for Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo at the end of the season.
Mainoo's future is currently the subject of much speculation, with the 19-year-old believed to be unhappy with the contract offer that has been placed on the table by the English giants.
The England international is allegedly preparing to reject the chance to sign a new deal at Old Trafford in order to seek a move abroad, with the youngster keen to pursue other opportunities.
Chelsea have been linked with Mainoo, but it is highly unlikely that the Red Devils would be willing to sell the academy product to a Premier League rival, with a switch abroad at the end of the campaign much more likely.
Man United, Chelsea hit with 'transfer blow' as Barca man wants Camp Nou stay
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F01%2Fruben-amorim_1.jpg "Man United head coach Ruben Amorim on December 30, 2024")
Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado has confirmed his desire to spend his entire career with the Catalan giants amid reports of interest from the Premier League in the shape of Manchester United and Chelsea.
Casado's future is currently the subject of speculation, with both Man United and Chelsea said to be keen on the 21-year-old.
Chelsea are believed to have been in touch with Barcelona last summer to register their interest, while a recent report claimed that Man United are prepared to offer £67m for the Spaniard in the upcoming window.
However, the midfielder has revealed that he wants to spend his entire career with the Catalan team.
La Liga duo 'to go head-to-head' for Man United forward this summer
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Fantgar.jpg "Manchester United's Antony celebrates scoring their second goal on September 17, 2024")
Manchester United attacker Antony is reportedly determined to secure a permanent move away from Old Trafford this summer, with Real Betis and Real Sociedad potentially going head-to-head for his signature.
Antony joined Real Betis on loan during the January market, and the Brazilian has impressed for Manuel Pellegrini's side since his arrival, scoring four goals and registering four assists in 10 appearances.
As it stands, the forward will return to his parent club at the end of the season, but according to The Sun, he is pushing to leave the 20-time English champions on a permanent basis this summer.
The report claims that a long-term switch to Real Betis is a serious possibility, while Real Sociedad are also showing an interest, with the pair potentially battling to sign him ahead of the 2025-26 campaign.
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