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Man United hold 'face-to-face talks' with Premier League forward
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fliam-delap.jpg "Ipswich Town's Liam Delap on April 27, 2025")
Manchester United have reportedly held face-to-face talks with Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap over a potential move to Old Trafford.
The England Under-21 international looks set to leave Ipswich just a year after joining the club from Man City in a £20m deal.
Delap has impressed with his performances in his first season in the Premier League, having scored 12 goals in 36 top-flight appearances for Kieran McKenna's side.
Those efforts have made up 34% of Ipswich's total Premier League goals this term, although those strikes could not stop the Tractor Boys from suffering an immediate return to the second tier.
Slot coy on Frimpong question as Leverkusen star 'passes' medical
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fjeremie-frimpong.jpg "Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong on May 11, 2025")
Liverpool boss Arne Slot remained coy when he was asked about Jeremie Frimpong's medical following Monday's defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion.
The Reds are on the verge of signing Frimpong as a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is set to leave when his contract expires at the end of the season, before joining Real Madrid on a free transfer.
Liverpool have activated the €35m (£29.4m) release clause in the Dutchman's Bayer Leverkusen contract and have reached an agreement to sign him on a five-year deal.
It was previously reported that the Netherlands international was set to complete his medical on Monday after he underwent the first part on Sunday.
Elliott drops hint over Liverpool future following Brighton defeat
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Liverpool midfielder Harvey Elliott has hinted that he could leave Anfield this summer to find regular playing time elsewhere.
Elliott, who joined Liverpool from Fulham in 2019, has made 146 competitive appearances for the Merseyside club, scoring 15 goals and providing 20 assists.
The 22-year-old has started 27 of his 53 matches in Jurgen Klopp's final season in charge, but he has experienced a decrease in playing time under current Liverpool boss Arne Slot.
Elliott has started just six of 27 appearances in all competitions this season, including two starts in 17 Premier League matches.
Liverpool 'willing to allow' defender to leave on loan
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fjarell-quansah.jpg "Liverpool's Jarell Quansah with Andy Robertson on March 16, 2025")
Liverpool are reportedly prepared to let Jarell Quansah leave on loan next season.
Quansah enjoyed valuable game time in Jurgen Klopp's final season in charge, making 27 starts in 34 competitive appearances in 2023-24.
However, he has seen his playing opportunities drop under Arne Slot, having had to settle for 13 starts in 25 matches across all competitions.
The 22-year-old has started two of Liverpool's last three games, including Monday's away clash against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Liverpool transfer target 'ready to wait' for Real Madrid move
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Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller is reportedly prepared to wait for a move to Real Madrid despite being linked with Premier League champions Liverpool.
The Reds may have won the Premier League title, but they are already making an effort to improve their squad ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
They are on the verge of signing Bayer Leverkusen full-back Jeremie Frimpong as a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will leave upon the expiry of his contract ahead of a move to Real Madrid.
Liverpool are also close to bolstering the left side of their defence, with the recruitment team working to finalise a deal to sign Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez.
"A nightmare": Why Konate's contract situation could disrupt Liverpool's plans
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The exit of Ibrahima Konate would pose significant problems to Liverpool in the summer window, Reds transfer expert David Lynch has admitted.
Boss Arne Slot has managed to win the club their 20th league title, and the Dutchman is set to strengthen the team in order to ready his squad for when the attempt to defend their crown next season.
However, right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will depart Anfield in the summer, and centre-back Konate could be joining him on his way out considering he has just a year left on his contract.
When asked by Sports Mole about if supporters should worry about Konate's future, Lynch expressed his concerns that Slot may soon have to replace a fundamental part of his team, saying: "He's a massive part of Liverpool's success this season and keeping him fit has been an absolute triumph. [Injuries have] been the big question mark over him for a long time but apart from being fallen on by Endrick, he's been fit all season.
No Wirtz, no problem? Man City's 'plan B' revealed as Pep could raid former club
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F08%2Fflorian-wirtz.jpg "Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz on February 15, 2025")
Manchester City are reportedly working on a 'plan B' in the transfer market after cooling their interest in Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.
The Citizens have been heavily linked with a big-money move for Wirtz ever since Kevin De Bruyne announced that he will be leaving the Citizens at the end of the season when his contract expires.
It was anticipated that Wirtz, widely regarded as one of the brightest young talents in Europe, would feature in Man City's transfer deliberations ahead of a much-anticipated squad rebuild this summer.
A new era is underway at the Etihad Stadium as Hugo Viana has now started full-time work as Man City's new sporting director and is working alongside outgoing chief Txiki Begiristain during a transition period.
PL giant 'withdraws interest' in Leverkusen star Wirtz for one specific reason
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Manchester City have reportedly decided to withdraw themselves from the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.
Despite having already spent £180m as recently as the winter transfer window, Man City are expected to resume their activity in the market when the summer equivalent reopens in June.
In recent days, the suggestion has been that City are ready to sign at least another four players, with Wirtz one name on their list of potential additions.
With Kevin De Bruyne on the brink of departing as a free agent, the suggestion has been that the Germany international could arrive at the Etihad Stadium as his successor.
Newcastle United 'make contact' with 22-year-old Spanish playmaker
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Newcastle United are reportedly giving consideration to a fresh approach for Al-Ahli midfielder Gabri Veiga.
Having lost 1-0 to Arsenal on Sunday, the Magpies still have work to do in order to qualify for next season's Champions League through a top-five finish in the Premier League table.
However, with a minimum of a Europa League spot already secured, Eddie Howe can afford to start consider potential additions for the summer transfer window.
Although Newcastle have been negatively-impacted by the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules in the past, they are believed to be in a much stronger position this time around.
Cunha, Semedo, Sarabia: Pereira speaks on futures of Wolves trio
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F17%2Fmatheus-cunha.jpg "Wolverhampton Wanderers attacker Matheus Cunha on April 26, 2025")
Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Vitor Pereira has addressed the futures of three of his first-team squad ahead of the summer transfer window.
Having retained their Premier League status for another 12 months, Wolves can afford to start looking at the market, which reopens in June.
While Pereira is eager to make a number of additions to his senior ranks, there will be movement towards the exit door with Matheus Cunha possessing a £62.5m release clause in his contract.
Furthermore, Nelson Semedo and Pablo Sarabia are out of contract at the end of June and could plausibly depart Molineux on a free transfer.
Amorim's man: United 'closing in' on move to sign PL forward
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Manchester United have reportedly moved a step closer to the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers.
The Red Devils are preparing for their ninth European final, with the club set to face Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.
Ruben Amorim's men failed to enjoy a successful warm-up for the clash at San Mames, losing to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Friday night.
It looked as if Man United had taken a shock lead through the volleyed finish of Harry Maguire, however the centre-back was judged offside.
How much? Real Madrid 'set significant asking price' for attacker
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Real Madrid have reportedly set their asking price for Liverpool-linked Rodrygo.
The Reds have won their second-ever Premier League title during the 2024-25 campaign, finishing above the likes of Arsenal and Newcastle United in the division.
Arne Slot has been successful during his maiden term in charge of the club, taking the reins last summer from legendary head coach Jurgen Klopp.
Liverpool collected more points last weekend when a four-goal thriller at Anfield ended in a share of the spoils between the Reds and Arsenal.
Chelsea, Man City among four Premier League clubs 'keen' on Bournemouth defender
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Manchester City and Chelsea are allegedly contemplating whether to make an approach for a Bournemouth defender during the summer transfer window.
The Cherries have been one of the surprise packages of the 2024-25 Premier League campaign and remain in the hunt for European qualification.
However, such has been the form of the South Coast outfit that many of their players have put themselves in the shop window with their respective performances.
Last week, it was confirmed that centre-back Dean Huijsen would be signing for Real Madrid after the La Liga giants opted to activate his £50m release clause.
Unwanted Chelsea attacker at centre of 'six-way transfer race'
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Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku is reportedly attracting the attention of six clubs ahead of the summer transfer window.
With Enzo Maresca having shown preference to using Nicolas Jackson down the centre of his attack, Nkunku has remained on the periphery of Premier League action throughout this campaign.
Just nine starts and 18 substitute outings have been made in the 2024-25 top flight, with the France international only contributing three goals and two assists and largely looking ineffective.
Given that it has become clear that he does not fit Maresca's system, it is highly likely that the 27-year-old will be allowed to move elsewhere between June and September.
'Dream come true': Man City receive Reijnders green light as four targets are revealed
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F20%2Ftijjani-reijnders.jpg "AC Milan's Tijjani Reijnders on May 9, 2025")
AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has reportedly given the green light to joining Manchester City this summer.
The Citizens are understood to have already made contact with Milan to express their interest in the 26-year-old, who has contributed with 15 goals and five assists in 53 games for the Rossoneri this season.
It had initially been reported that talks were at an early stage as Man City were mindful of Reijnders's and Milan's focus on the Coppa Italia final, which they lost 1-0 to Bologna last week.
According to Sky Sports journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Man City are now planning to send an initial written offer to Milan chiefs this week to begin transfer discussions.
Will Chelsea have a say? Villa 'to step up' interest in £25m-rated Strasbourg star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fhabib-diarra.jpg "Strasbourg midfielder Habib Diarra in October 2025.")
Aston Villa have reportedly identified a Strasbourg midfielder as a potential summer transfer target.
The West Midlands outfit are currently focused on trying to secure a place in the Champions League for a second successive season.
If Unai Emery's side better Chelsea's result on Sunday, they will guarantee a top-five spot in the Premier League table, yet club officials are allegedly also having to give consideration to their immediate transfer activity.
At a time when it has been claimed that Villa may have to make a significant sale before June 30 to comply with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules, goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is among those who have been linked with an exit from the club.
Spurs could sign 'next Kompany' for £25.2m to replace Real Madrid-linked Romero
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F12%2Fkoni-de-winter.jpg "Genoa's Koni De Winter celebrates on September 16, 2024")
Tottenham Hotspur are supposedly one of five teams showing interest in Genoa's defensive starlet Koni de Winter, who has been dubbed the 'next Vincent Kompany'.
The highly-rated Belgium international came through the Juventus youth system but failed to make the grade in Turin, and he was sold to Genoa for just £6.7m in the summer of 2024.
De Winter has excelled under the wing of Patrick Vieira, though, registering three goals in 25 assists this season, helping Genoa secure Serie A survival as they sit 13th in the table.
The 22-year-old's exploits in Italy have not gone unnoticed, as it was reported a couple of months ago that Everton had earmarked him as a potential replacement for Manchester United-linked Jarrad Branthwaite.
Double trouble: Liverpool 'completing agreement' for Bournemouth star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F21%2Fkersem.jpg "Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez and Antoine Semenyo pictured on April 2, 2024")
Liverpool are reportedly advancing in talks to sign Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez as they prepare to finalise a deal for Bayer Leverkusen's Jeremie Frimpong.
On Monday morning, it was claimed that Frimpong was set to complete the second part of his medical with the Premier League champions, who have agreed to pay his £29.5m release clause.
Frimpong will become Liverpool's first signing of the summer window and will replace the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is expected to join Real Madrid at the end of his contract.
However, head coach Arne Slot is also facing a dilemma on the opposite side, as the long-serving Andy Robertson is now in his 30s and has suffered a noticeable decline in performances this season.
Medical Monday: Frimpong can take dream Liverpool shirt number after £29.5m move
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Soon-to-be Liverpool right-back Jeremie Frimpong will reportedly complete his medical with the Reds on Monday as he prepares to finalise his £29.5m switch from Bayer Leverkusen.
It was reported over the weekend that the Premier League champions had decided to trigger the Dutchman's affordable release clause, having identified him as the perfect successor to Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Personal terms have not been an issue for the former Celtic and Manchester City defender, who is understood to have given the green light to a five-year agreement with the Reds until the summer of 2030.
Frimpong is thought to have completed the first part of his medical with Liverpool, and according to Sky Sports News, the second part of the defender's physical examinations will soon be finalised in England.
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