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Rashford 'decision' on future with Barcelona interested in taking Villa loanee
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F13%2Fmarcus-rashford_1.jpg "Marcus Rashford of Aston Villa during his team's FA Cup game against Preston North End, on March 30, 2025")
Marcus Rashford is said to have changed agents in order to help a transfer to Barcelona materialise in the summer transfer window.
When Manchester United allowed the Englishman to go on loan to Aston Villa, there were concerns that his career at the top level was over.
However, under the guidance of Unai Emery, Rashford has rediscovered his form and proved on the European stage against Paris Saint-Germain that he still possesses the ability to excel against the world's best.
The 27-year-old's relationship with United boss Ruben Amorim looks beyond repair, but his exit could benefit both him and his boyhood club by giving them the funds needed to reinforce in the summer.
Reds' De Bruyne 'stance' highlights Slot needs for summer transfer window
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F15%2Fkevin-de-bruyne_2.jpg "Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on April 6, 2025")
Liverpool have reportedly not offered Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne a contract ahead of the expiry of his deal in the summer.
The Reds' have won the Premier League title, but rumours suggest that they will be active in the upcoming transfer window despite their success.
Boss Arne Slot's only signing in the entirety of 2024-25 was winger Federico Chiesa, who has not started a single top-flight game for the Merseysiders.
Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold has also announced that he will leave the club in the summer, and the team will undoubtedly need to replace his creativity.
Arsenal and United learn fate as Gyokeres's 'most likely' destination disclosed
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres pictured on August 31, 2024")
Viktor Gyokeres's 'expected preference' for a summer transfer has reportedly been revealed as Arsenal and Manchester United battle to win the race for the Sporting Lisbon talisman.
While Manchester United could still end the season with silverware in the form of a Europa League trophy, the Gunners were left to rue missed opportunities against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
Thanks to a combination of several factors - a lack of a clinical striker, mistakes and Gianluigi Donnarumma putting in two inspired displays - Arsenal's European dream crashed and burned in a 3-1 semi-final aggregate loss to the French champions.
Once again, Mikel Merino was forced to fill in up front for Mikel Arteta's men due to the absences of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz, which Arsenal failed to address during the January transfer window.
Leverkusen's loss is Liverpool's gain as 'bargain' £29.6m opportunity revealed
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F49%2Fjerhin.jpg "Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong and Piero Hincapie pictured on May 22, 2024")
Liverpool could supposedly be handed the chance to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong for under £30m when the summer transfer window rolls around.
Following months of uncertainty and several weeks of rumours that Trent Alexander-Arnold had decided to join Real Madrid, the Liverpool vice-captain confirmed his departure from his boyhood club on Monday.
Alexander-Arnold will make just three more Liverpool appearances at the very most before he leaves on a free transfer, and Real Madrid are pushing to sign him in time for the start of the Club World Cup.
Meanwhile, the Premier League champions are preparing for a post-Alexander-Arnold world, one that will still feature Conor Bradley, although it is not clear whether Arne Slot views him as starting material.
Triple Chelsea reunion could materialise as De Bruyne 'opens up' to Serie A switch
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F09%2Fkevin-de-bruyne.jpg "Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on February 11, 2025")
Serie A powerhouses Napoli have reportedly emerged as strong contenders to sign Manchester City legend Kevin De Bruyne on a free transfer this summer.
Having not been offered a new deal by the Etihad powers-that-be, De Bruyne will bring the curtain down on a golden nine years in Manchester when his contract expires at the end of the campaign.
With the Belgium international turning 34 this summer, a transfer to either the Saudi Pro League or MLS has been seen as his most likely next move given that he will likely only receive one final lucrative contract.
However, De Bruyne is now being increasingly tipped to remain in European football for a little while longer, and there have been reports of Aston Villa showing interest in the ex-Chelsea starlet.
Man United 'to be offered' former Man City man 'in exchange' for struggling Hojlund
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F18%2Frasmus-hojlund.jpg "Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund on April 17, 2025")
Manchester United could reportedly be offered the chance to sign Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz this summer as part of a deal which would see Rasmus Hojlund make the move to the Turin giants.
There is currently a host of speculation surrounding Hojlund's future, with the Denmark international potentially leaving Old Trafford during this summer's transfer window.
A difficult 2024-25 campaign has seen the 22-year-old only manage nine goals and four assists in 47 appearances in all competitions, and Man United could sell him to make space for a new forward this summer.
Hojlund's stock in Italy remains high due to the promise that he showed at Atalanta BC ahead of a switch to Man United, and according to Tuttosport, Juventus are contenders for the striker.
Thank you and Goodbye: Real Madrid veteran 'to leave' on June 30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F13%2Flucas-vazquez.jpg "Real Madrid's Lucas Vazquez with Luka Modric on December 22, 2024")
Lucas Vazquez will reportedly be leaving Real Madrid on a free transfer at the end of June.
The 33-year-old has again been an important player for Los Blancos during the 2024-25 campaign, making 47 appearances in all competitions, scoring twice and registering seven assists in the process.
However, Vazquez's contract with the reigning Spanish and European champions is due to expire at the end of next month.
According to Fichajes, the decision has been made for the Spaniard to leave on a free transfer, with Los Blancos not planning to extend his contract for a further season despite recent reports.
Jorgensen replacement? Chelsea 'gaining momentum' in goalkeeper hunt
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Ffilip-jorgensen.jpg "Chelsea's Filip Jorgensen pictured on September 24, 2024")
Chelsea have reportedly gained momentum in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.
The Blues are keen on bringing the shot-stopper to the Premier League this summer, with the German side supposedly demanding £51m for the talent.
Such a fee would make the Switzerland international the third-most expensive goalkeeper in history, after Liverpool's Alisson Becker and Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Kobel has kept a modest total of six clean sheets across 30 Bundesliga appearances this season, as Dortmund chase down a spot in the Champions League.
Who now? Another PL club 'joins' Man United, Arsenal, Chelsea in Delap race
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F05%2Fliam-delap_1.jpg "Ipswich Town's Liam Delap pictured on February 1, 2025")
Nottingham Forest have reportedly joined the race for Ipswich Town attacker Liam Delap.
The youngster is also wanted by Arsenal, who are targeting the Tractor Boy as backup for first-choice option Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting Lisbon.
Delap has enjoyed a stellar debut campaign in the English top flight despite his side's struggles, scoring 12 goals and providing two assists across 34 matches.
Despite the best efforts of the England Under-21 international, Ipswich were unable to avoid relegation and will play Championship football in August.
'Bargaining chip' - Liverpool could swap attacker to sign 27-goal forward
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Fdarwin-nunez.jpg "Darwin Nunez of Liverpool after missing his penalty against Paris Saint-Germain, on March 11, 2025")
Liverpool are reportedly interested in Atletico Madrid attacker Julian Alvarez ahead of the summer transfer window.
The 25-year-old is enjoying his time in Spain, recently explaining how Tottenham Hotspur defender and compatriot Cristian Romero should secure a La Liga switch.
Alvarez has played 51 competitive matches for Diego Simeone's men so far during the 2024-25 campaign, scoring a staggering 27 goals and providing five assists.
Atletico are on course for a spot in the Champions League next campaign via their league finish, with the Argentine netting 15 times across 34 top-flight appearances.
Conte a 'huge fan' of Man City attacker as Napoli plot 'marquee signing'
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Serie A leaders Napoli are reportedly plotting an ambitious move to sign Manchester City attacker Jack Grealish this summer.
The 29-year-old joined Pep Guardiola's side for £100m from boyhood club Aston Villa in 2021 and played an integral role in the club's historic 2022-23 treble-winning campaign.
However, Grealish has since failed to make the desired impact for the Citizens, going through 2024 without netting a single goal in 32 appearances before ending his miserable drought by converting a penalty in Man City's 8-0 demolition of Salford City in the FA Cup in January.
Grealish has lost his regular starting spot on the left flank under Guardiola, starting just seven of his 19 Premier League appearances this season and chipping in with only one goal and one assist.
Donnarumma addresses future as two European giants 'eye up' PSG hero
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F19%2Fgianluigi-donnarumma.jpg "Paris Saint-Germain's Gianluigi Donnarumma celebrates on May 7, 2025")
Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma is reportedly attracting interest from at least two European giants.
The 26-year-old has spent almost four full seasons at Parc des Princes since joining on a free transfer from AC Milan and has established himself as one of the best shot-stoppers in world football.
Donnarumma has made 152 appearances for PSG in all competitions, keeping 50 clean sheets, and he has won eight trophies with the French club, including four Ligue 1 titles.
The Italy international played a starring role in helping PSG reaching this season's Champions League final, making several crucial saves to ensure that Luis Enrique's side prevailed 3-1 on aggregate against Arsenal in the semi-finals.
Aston Villa 'take stance' over goalkeeper Martinez amid possible summer interest
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F09%2Femiliano-martinez.jpg "Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in February 2025.")
Aston Villa have reportedly decided whether they will entertain any offers for Emiliano Martinez this summer.
In his near-five years in the West Midlands, Martinez has established himself as someone who is regarded as one of the top goalkeepers in world football.
That is largely due to his performance at the 2022 World Cup, yet the Argentina international has helped Villa enhance their reputation in the Premier League and on the European stage.
Martinez possesses a contract until 2029, seemingly indicating that there is every chance of an extended stay, but Villa's position with the relevant financial regulations may dictate otherwise.
Arsenal, Man Utd given positive Sesko update as 'new release clause' is revealed
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F10%2Fbenjamin-sesko.jpg "RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko celebrates on February 26, 2025")
Interested suitors in highly sought-after striker Benjamin Sesko have received a boost in their pursuit of the RB Leipzig star, according to a report.
Following a successful stint in Austria with Red Bull Salzburg, Sesko has since elevated his game to new heights in Germany with Leipzig, where he has found the net 39 times in 85 appearances since joining the club in 2023.
The 21-year-old scored 18 goals in 42 appearances during his debut campaign with Die Roten Bullen when he initially had to settle for a rotation role, making an impact off the substitutes' bench on several occasions.
This term, Sesko has started 39 of his 43 games for Leipzig across all tournaments, netting 13 times in the Bundesliga and four goals in both the Champions League and DFB-Pokal.
Villa eyeing move for forward deemed 'talent for the future'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F16%2Funai-emery.jpg "Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured on April 12, 2025")
Aston Villa are reportedly considering whether to make an approach for a teenage forward from Le Havre.
The West Midlands outfit are currently focused on trying to secure a top-five finish in the Premier League table, something that is required to earn a second successive campaign in the Champions League.
However, despite revenue generated from their quarter-final appearance in 2024-25 and through the sale of Jhon Duran, it has been suggested that Villa are still not in an ideal position with regards to the financial regulations.
As such, Unai Emery and the club's recruitment team may have to get creative in the transfer market, as well as considering promoting some of the talent that have just lifted the FA Youth Cup.
"Definitely keen": Wirtz open to Leverkusen exit amid Man City, Bayern, Real links
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F48%2Fflorian-wirtz.jpg "Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz on November 26, 2024")
Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz has admitted that he is "definitely keen to leave my comfort zone" ahead of the summer transfer window amid reported interest from some of Europe's biggest clubs.
Widely regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe, Wirtz has developed into an integral first-team player at Leverkusen under the tutelage of head coach Xabi Alonso.
The versatile attacking midfielder only turned 22 years of age last week, but he has already made a total of 195 appearances for Leverkusen across all competitions, scoring 57 goals and registering 63 assists.
Wirtz was named 2023-24 Bundesliga Player of the Season after recording 11 goals and 12 assists in 32 league games to help Leverkusen with their first-ever German top-flight title and go the entire domestic campaign unbeaten.
Competition for Gyokeres? Arsenal 'make offer' for 22-year-old striker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F12%2Fviktor-gyokeres.jpg "Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres celebrates on March 9, 2025")
Arsenal have reportedly stepped up their interest in Ipswich Town's Liam Delap, with the Gunners bidding to win the race for the centre-forward during this summer's transfer window.
Delap has scored 12 times and registered two assists in 34 Premier League appearances for relegated Ipswich this season, and he will be on the move at the end of the 2024-25 campaign, with a number of clubs competing for his signature.
Manchester United, Chelsea, Everton and Newcastle United are among the teams to be linked with the 22-year-old, who can leave Ipswich for £30m this summer due to a relegation release clause in his contract.
According to FootballTransfers, Arsenal are also firmly in the race for Delap, and the Gunners have now made an offer to the striker's representatives in the hope of securing a deal ahead of the opening of the transfer window.
Perez 'captivated' by Inter star with Real Madrid 'eyeing £85m summer deal'
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F18%2Fflorentino-perez.jpg "Real Madrid president Florentino Perez on January 17, 2025")
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly determined to bring Inter Milan centre-back Alessandro Bastoni to Bernabeu during this summer's transfer window.
The 26-year-old has been a vital player for Inter during the 2024-25 campaign, making 50 appearances in all competitions, scoring once and providing five assists in the process.
Bastoni played a vital role in Inter overcoming Barcelona in the semi-finals of the Champions League, and he will be bidding to help the Italian giants triumph in the final of the competition against Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the month.
According to Defensa Central, Real Madrid's president was 'very focused' on the Champions League semi-final between Inter and Barcelona due to the involvement of Bastoni.
De Bruyne transfer stance will concern Man City amid sensational Liverpool 'offer'
/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")
Liverpool have reportedly entered the frame to sign Manchester City's soon-to-be-departing playmaker Kevin De Bruyne this summer.
The Belgium international announced at the beginning of April that he will bring the curtain down on his glittering 10-year career at the Etihad Stadium when his contract expires at the end of the season.
De Bruyne will go down as one of the Premier League's greatest players after winning six English top-flight titles, two FA Cups and five EFL Cups, as well as the Champions League as part of a historic treble in 2022-23 in an unprecedented period of success for the Citizens.
The two-time Premier League Player of the Season is still unsure whether he will represent Pep Guardiola's side at this summer's FIFA Club World Cup, and as things stand, his contract will run out on June 30, two days after his 34th birthday.
£25.5m bargain: Man United, Arsenal, Chelsea 'competing' for Bundesliga striker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F19%2Fruben-amorim.jpg "Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on April 30, 2025")
Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick during this summer's transfer window.
The Premier League trio are all expected to sign a new starting forward in the upcoming market, with Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres and Napoli's Victor Osimhen among the players linked with switches to the Premier League.
However, according to CaughtOffside, another interesting option has emerged for the English clubs, with Schick potentially available for as little as €30m (£25.5m) during this summer's transfer market.
The report claims that Schick's future with Leverkusen is unclear despite the fact that he has a contract with Xabi Alonso's side until the end of the 2026-27 campaign.
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