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Chelsea, Man United suffer setback in Mastantuono pursuit

River Plate's Franco Mastantuono celebrates after scoring on April 27, 2025

River Plate board member Stefano Di Carlo has insisted that talented youngster Franco Mastantuono will remain with the club for the rest of 2025 despite reported interest from Chelsea and Manchester United.

Mastantuono is the latest highly-rated prospect to come out of the same academy that has produced Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez and Manchester City's Claudio Echeverri.

The 17-year-old has already featured in 55 first-team matches for River Plate, including 13 competitive appearances during the current campaign.

Mastantuono has scored four goals and provided two assists this term, with his latest goal arriving in Sunday's Superclasico against Boca Juniors.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Man United preparing 'audacious â‚¬100m swoop' for two Inter stars

Denzel Dumfries of Inter Milan on January 2, 2025

Manchester United are reportedly prepared to splash out â‚¬100m (£85m) for Inter Milan defenders Denzel Dumfries and Yann Bisseck.

The Red Devils are expected to overhaul their squad in the summer transfer market following a difficult 2024-25 campaign.

They are languishing in 14th place and on course for their worst-ever Premier League finish after mustering just 39 points from 34 matches.

Ruben Amorim's side could still salvage a trophy and Champions League qualification if they go all the way in the Europa League.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

"Brilliant player": Reds' links to Wharton assessed as Slot looks to reinforce

Liverpool have previously been interested in Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton

Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton is appreciated by Liverpool and was previously tracked by the club when he was playing for Blackburn Rovers, Reds transfer expert David Lynch has claimed.

The Merseysiders were confirmed as Premier League champions on Sunday after they beat Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield, with midfielders Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai all registering direct goal contributions.

Despite the team's success this term, there is an expectation that boss Arne Slot could look to make numerous additions in the summer, including potentially in the middle of the pitch.

When asked by Sports Mole if Palace's Wharton would be on Liverpool's radar, Lynch explained that the club have held interest in the Englishman in the past, saying: "Definitely a player that's liked by Liverpool because I know for a fact that they liked him when he was at Blackburn before he made that move to Crystal Palace. He was very much on the radar.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Fulham to 'open talks' over Walker-Peters deal

Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters on April 19, 2025

Fulham are reportedly prepared to hold talks with Southampton defender Kyle Walker-Peters over a free transfer.

The defender has made 201 competitive appearances since joining Southampton from Tottenham Hotspur in the summer of 2020.

However, Walker-Peters is set to end his five-year stint on the South coast following Southampton's relegation from the Premier League.

The 28-year-old will not sign a new deal with the Saints and will become a free agent when his contract expires at the end of June.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

'Very soon': Man United edge closer to Cunha deal

Wolverhampton Wanderers attacker Matheus Cunha on April 26, 2025

Manchester United are reportedly expected to reach an agreement to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha in the near future.

The Red Devils are keen to bolster their forward options after seeing Joshua Zirkzee and Rasmus Hojlund struggle to produce their best form during the 2024-25 campaign.

Zirkzee has mustered seven goals in 48 competitive matches this term, while Hojlund has only scored nine goals in 46 appearances across all competitions.

With Man United on the lookout for attacking reinforcements, it was recently reported that the club were in pole position to sign Cunha this summer.

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7mo ago NEW CONTRACT

Martinelli drops Arsenal contract hint, but does he deserve a new one?

Arsenal's Gabriel Martinelli celebrates scoring on January 1, 2025

Gabriel Martinelli has responded to a question about his Arsenal contract situation ahead of Tuesday's Champions League semi-final first leg against Paris Saint-Germain.

The Brazil international is expected to start on the left-hand side when the Gunners host the Ligue 1 champions in an Emirates blockbuster, as Arsenal finally seek an inaugural triumph in Europe's premier tournament.

When the campaign concludes, however, Martinelli is one of a handful of players whose futures will need addressing, as his current terms are due to expire at the end of the 2026-27 campaign.

Arsenal do have the option to extend Martinelli's deal by a further 12 months, though, and it has been reported that the club are planning to open talks with the 23-year-old over a long-term extension.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Spurs 'set asking price' for Romero amid Atletico, Real Madrid interest

Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero pictured on December 8, 2024

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly placed a price tag on Cristian Romero amid interest from Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid.

Romero has made 121 competitive appearances since joining Tottenham from Serie A side Atalanta BC in the summer of 2022.

The 27-year-old has seen his 2024-25 campaign hampered by injury, but he is still regarded as an important member of Ange Postecoglou's side, demonstrated by the fact that he has worn the captain's armband in four of his last six Premier League appearances.

Romero still has two years left to run on his Tottenham contract, but he recently opened the door to a potential move away from the North London club.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Wolfsburg 'decide' whether to pursue permanent transfer for Brentford loanee

Wolfsburg's Mads Roerslev on February 26, 2025

Wolfsburg have reportedly decided against signing Brentford loanee Mads Roerslev on a permanent transfer.

The Dane was allowed to leave in the January transfer window despite making 19 Premier League appearances in the first half of the campaign.

Roerslev was ultimately deemed surplus to requirements after the Bees signed Fiorentina's Michael Kayode on loan until the end of the season.

Unfortunately for Roerslev, he has struggled to make an impact during his loan spell with Ralph Hasenhuttl's side.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Slot sadness: Liverpool, Arsenal 'rejected' by former Man City attacker

Liverpool manager Arne Slot pictured on February 9, 2025

Bayern Munich star Leroy Sane has reportedly rejected the advances of Liverpool and Arsenal in order to remain in Germany.

The 29-year-old has not always been a first-choice option for head coach Vincent Kompany this term, although the winger has still managed to provide 14 goal contributions in the Bundesliga.

While Bayern close in on domestic success, Liverpool are already basking in the glory of such a triumph after beating Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 on Sunday afternoon.

A commanding victory over the mid-table-dwelling Spurs secured a second-ever Premier League crown for Liverpool, arriving during Arne Slot's first campaign in charge.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Agent Amorim: Man Utd 'confident' move for elite striker is a 'done deal'

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on April 17, 2025

Manchester United are reportedly set to beat Arsenal to the signing of Sporting Lisbon forward Viktor Gyokeres.

The Red Devils moved up to 14th in the Premier League standings following a last-gasp point at the base of Bournemouth in the top flight on Sunday afternoon.

Ruben Amorim's side are heading towards the club's worst-ever Premier League finish but could earn a piece of silverware via the Europa League.

La Liga outfit Athletic Bilbao are the opponents over second two legs for Man United, who are desperate to climb back into the Champions League.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Chelsea 'learn asking price' of Dortmund goalkeeper ahead of potential summer move

Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel pictured on January 29, 2025

Chelsea are reportedly aware of the fee that they may need to pay to sign Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.

Throughout the 2024-25 campaign, the goalkeeping situation at Stamford Bridge has been a hot topic for debate, a consequence of the form of Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen.

However, despite making some glaring errors between the sticks, Sanchez has retained the backing of Enzo Maresca who has also continued to select Jorgensen in Conference League ties.

With Djordje Petrovic and Mike Penders also part of the goalkeeping setup at the West Londoners, the club are not short of options ahead of next season.

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7mo ago

Exclusive: Man City transfer prediction made amid rise of 'survivor' O'Reilly

Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly has shown that he can "survive" in a Pep Guardiola team, but the Citizens are likely to pursue a more "natural" left-back in the transfer market, ex-Sky Blues defender Richard Dunne believes.

O'Reilly has been a shining light in a turbulent campaign for the former Premier League champions, forcing his way into Guardiola's system as the Catalan coach's new first-choice left-back.

The 20-year-old - who ordinarily plays in midfield - boasts five goals and two assists from 16 senior appearances in all competitions this season and excelled once again in Sunday's 2-0 FA Cup semi-final triumph over Nottingham Forest.

Asked by Sports Mole whether O'Reilly could be City's starting left-back for the next decade, Dunne replied: "It's difficult. The manager asks a lot of the full-backs, something different from most other managers. Not the more traditional left and right-backs that he looks for.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Newcastle 'working on £40m deal' as six-man defender shortlist emerges

Bayern Munich's Kim Min-jae on April 8, 2025

Newcastle United are reportedly working on a deal to sign Bayern Munich centre-back Kim Min-jae this summer.

The Magpies are expected to prioritise the addition of a least one new central defender when the transfer window opens, as Eddie Howe's side have been short of options in that department throughout this season.

Fabian Schar and Dan Burn have featured regularly at the heart of defence as both Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles have been hampered with injuries, the latter of whom has been sidelined for more than 12 months with a troublesome ACL issue.

After a couple of quiet transfer windows in which they prioritised generating funds from player sales to avoid breaching the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules, Newcastle are expected to have money to spend this summer.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Tel us all: Spurs 'set for Bayern talks' as 'unlikely' transfer claim is made

Tottenham Hotspur's Mathys Tel on April 17, 2025

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly set to hold talks with Bayern Munich before making a decision about the future of on-loan forward Mathys Tel.

After failing to gain regular first-team football in Germany during the first half of this season, Tel was persuaded to join Spurs in January on a temporary basis until the end of the campaign.

The 20-year-old has since featured 14 times for Ange Postecoglou's side, chipping in with three goals and one assist in 10 starts and four substitute outings across all competitions.

It is understood that the North Londoners have spent around £5m to recruit Tel on loan and have an option to buy the Frenchman this summer for a fee in the region of £45m.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Hojlund escape route: Man Utd 'willing to offer' striker in Serie A swap deal

Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund on April 17, 2025

Rasmus Hojlund could be offered a possible escape route from Manchester United by his former club Atalanta BC, according to a report.

The 22-year-old spent just one season at Atalanta and scored 10 goals in 34 appearances before completing a £72m transfer to Old Trafford in the summer of 2023.

Hojlund has since failed to reach the heights expected at Man United and has particularly struggled this season, scoring just nine goals in 46 games across all competitions.

The Denmark international has found the net only four times in 29 Premier League matches, including a stoppage-time equaliser in the Red Devils' 1-1 draw at Bournemouth last weekend.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Arsenal 'exploring surprise move' for unsettled Chelsea attacker

Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku and Pedro Neto celebrate on September 24, 2024

Arsenal are reportedly open to negotiating a deal with Chelsea for one of their unsettled attackers.

The Gunners are currently preparing to square off against Paris Saint-Germain in their two-legged Champions League semi-final, with the first game taking place at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night.

Mikel Arteta's side have managed to reach that stage of the competition despite the likes of Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus having been absent in the long term.

Instead, Mikel Merino has made the successful transition from central midfielder to temporary centre-forward, yet that is only expected to be a short-term measure.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Chelsea 'to open talks' with â‚¬25m-rated midfielder previously at PL rivals

Napoli midfielder Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa in April 2025.

Chelsea have reportedly identified a former Fulham midfielder as a potential summer transfer target.

The Blues are currently focused on finishing in the top five of the Premier League table and lifting the Conference League trophy at the end of the season.

However, having failed to maintain a title challenge this campaign and with an inexperienced squad at Enzo Maresca's disposal, plans are already being formulated with regards to how to strengthen the senior ranks for 2025-26.

Adding at least one central midfielder may be on the list of priorities, even with Andrey Santos due to be integrated into the squad after starring on loan at Strasbourg.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Not Cunha: Man United 'eye' another Premier League striker as Delap alternative

Liam Delap of Ipswich Town before his side's Premier League match against Manchester United, on February 26, 2025

Manchester United have reportedly identified another Premier League striker as a potential transfer target should they fail to win the race for Ipswich Town's Liam Delap.

The Red Devils are expected to prioritise the addition of at least one new centre-forward this summer, as both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have failed to reach the heights expected since moving to Old Trafford.

Head coach Ruben Amorim recently admitted that a lack of goals is his team's "biggest problem", with only four other Premier League teams having scored fewer goals than the Red Devils (39) after 34 matches this season.

Man United have been credited with a strong interest in former Manchester City striker Delap, who is available for £30m this summer as a release clause in his contract has become active following confirmation of Ipswich's relegation from the Premier League.

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7mo ago

Raphinha makes honest claim after receiving 'life-changing' offer to leave Barca

Barcelona's Raphinha in action on January 21, 2025

Barcelona star Raphinha has revealed that he has received a lucrative offer to move to the Saudi Pro League, but has suggested that his preference is to extend his contract at Camp Nou.

The 28-year-old winger has put himself in contention to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or as he has enjoyed an exceptional season in front of goal for the Catalan giants, scoring 30 goals and registering 23 assists in 50 appearances across all competitions.

Raphinha has played an integral role in Hansi Flick's treble-chasing side, who won the Copa de Rey at the hands of El Clasico rivals Real Madrid last weekend and remain on course to win the La Liga title and Champions League this term.

The Brazil international is under contract at Camp Nou until June 2027 and recently expressed his desire to remain at Barca, stating that he "will do everything possible to stay here for many years."

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Amorim decision made: Man Utd 'willing to pay' release clause of in-demand striker

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on April 10, 2025

Manchester United have reportedly decided to trigger the release clause of an in-demand striker who is high on their list of summer transfer targets.

Head coach Ruben Amorim recently stated that a lack of goals is his team's "biggest problem", with only four other Premier League teams having scored fewer goals than the Red Devils (39) after 34 games this season.

Man United have subsequently been tipped to bolster their options in attack this summer, raising concerns over the long-term futures of Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee who have failed to reach the heights expected since moving to Old Trafford.

It is understood that the Red Devils are prepared to keep Zirkzee - a £42m signing last summer - but Hojlund is poised to be put on the market, with the Serie A-linked Dane potentially available for just £30m.

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7mo ago RUMOUR

Hefty fee saved: Ipswich to 'wave goodbye' to £10.2m star following relegation confirmation

Conor Chaplin of Ipswich Town celebrates on December 14, 2024

Ipswich Town midfielder Jens-Lys Cajuste is reportedly set to depart at the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign.

The 25-year-old was an unused substitute for the Tractor Boys on Saturday afternoon, when they suffered a 3-0 loss at Champions League-chasing Newcastle United.

Their defeat in the North-East confirmed an immediate return to the Championship for Ipswich, who have competed in the top flight for the first time in 24 years this term.

Currently on loan from Napoli in Italy, Cajuste has featured across 26 Premier League fixtures for Kieran McKenna's men, scoring during the defeat to Nottingham Forest in March.

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