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Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Kalvin Phillips, Paul Pogba, Sean Longstaff

Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Phillips, Pogba, Longstaff
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.

The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

Saturday morning's headlines:

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Leeds United's Kalvin Phillips celebrates equalising against Middlesbrough on February 9, 2019
Tottenham Hotspur make £30m bid for Kalvin Phillips?


A report claims that Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips is the subject of a £30m offer from Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Report: Manchester United raise Paul Pogba asking price

Manchester United have hardened their stance on Paul Pogba following comments made by his agent and they are now after close to £200m from Real Madrid, a report claims. Read more.

Manchester United 'still interested in Sean Longstaff'

Newcastle United midfielder Sean Longstaff reportedly remains a target for Manchester United, but the Red Devils do not intend to pay more than £20m for the youngster. Read more.

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Benfica's Ruben Dias in action with Eintracht Frankfurt's Ante Rebic during a Europa League knockout tie in April 2019.
Manchester United make progress in Ruben Dias talks?


A report claims that Manchester United have started discussions with Benfica over a deal for Ruben Dias. Read more.

Gianluigi Buffon 'rejected offers from Manchester City, Manchester United'
Veteran goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon reportedly chose a return to Juventus over a move to Manchester City or Manchester United because of concerns over playing time. Read more.

Manchester United 'play down Mario Lemina interest'
Manchester United have reportedly downplayed their interest in Mario Lemina and believe the speculation is a ploy to whip up an auction for the Southampton midfielder. Read more.

Report: Bordeaux confident of Laurent Koscielny deal
A report claims that Bordeaux expect Laurent Koscielny to join them from Arsenal before the transfer window closes. Read more.

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Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet pictured in October 2018
Barcelona considering using Clement Lenglet in Neymar deal?


Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet has been offered to Paris Saint-Germain in part exchange for Neymar, according to a report. Read more.

Report: Tottenham Hotspur in for free agent full-back Dani Alves
A report claims that Dani Alves is a possible transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur as the free agent is eager to join a Premier League club. Read more.

Real Madrid 'expecting Paul Pogba saga to last all summer'
A report claims that Real Madrid will not start negotiating with Manchester United over a deal for Paul Pogba until the closing stages of the transfer window. Read more.

St Mirren sign son of French World Cup winner Youri Djorkaeff
Oan Djorkaeff has previously played for St Etienne, Evian, Montpellier and Nantes. Read more.

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Harry Wilson celebrates scoring for Derby County on May 5, 2019
Aston Villa 'leading Wolverhampton Wanderers in race for Harry Wilson'


Aston Villa are reportedly leading the race to sign Liverpool midfielder Harry Wilson, who has also been linked with Wolverhampton Wanderers, Brighton and Bournemouth. Read more.

Juventus 'turn down West Ham United offer for Gonzalo Higuain'
West Ham United reportedly fail in their attempt to sign Gonzalo Higuain on loan from Juventus, who are keen to offload the striker on a permanent basis. Read more.

Callum Wilson signs new four-year Bournemouth deal
The 27-year-old scored on his England debut in November. Read more.

Mario Vrancic pens two-year contract extension at Norwich City
The midfielder scored 10 goals in 38 games last season. Read more.

Real Madrid 'refusing to budge in James Rodriguez talks'
Real Madrid and Napoli reportedly reach an impasse in negotiations over a possible deal for Colombia international James Rodriguez. Read more.

Atletico Madrid dispute Antoine Griezmann's Barcelona move
Atletico Madrid are disputing the validity of Antoine Griezmann's transfer to La Liga rivals Barcelona. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur to hijack Arsenal's William Saliba deal?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly attempting to edge out North London rivals Arsenal in the race to sign Saint-Etienne defender William Saliba. Read more.

Antoine Griezmann officially joins Barcelona
The France forward, 28, will sign a five-year contract. Read more.

Juventus 'agree Matthijs de Ligt fee'
Juventus allegedly reach an agreement with Ajax regarding the signing of defender Matthijs de Ligt. Read more.

Lewis Macleod joins Wigan Athletic from Brentford
The 25-year-old scored three times in 18 appearances for Sky Bet Championship rivals Brentford last season. Read more.

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Bruno Fernandes celebrates after scoring for Sporting Lisbon in their Europa League clash with Villarreal in February 2019
Manchester United 'prioritise centre-back over Bruno Fernandes'


Manchester United reportedly intend on signing a new centre-back before pressing on with their efforts to bring in Bruno Fernandes from Sporting Lisbon. Read more.

Inter Milan 'still £12m short of Romelu Lukaku valuation'
Inter Milan are allegedly £12m short of Manchester United's valuation for Romelu Lukaku, who is said to be keen on a switch to San Siro. Read more.

Sheffield United secure club-record signing of Callum Robinson
The newly-promoted Premier League club have already brought in Luke Freeman and Phil Jagielka this summer. Read more.

Antoine Griezmann officially joins Barcelona
The France forward, 28, will sign a five-year contract. Read more.

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How Liverpool could line up with Philippe Coutinho


Speculation persists regarding a potential Liverpool return for Philippe Coutinho, but how would the Brazilian fit into Jurgen Klopp's starting lineup? Read more.

Aston Villa to sign Douglas Luiz from Manchester City?
Aston Villa are reportedly looking to complete the signing of Manchester City midfielder Douglas Luiz in a £15m deal. Read more.

Shkodran Mustafi 'determined to stay at Arsenal'
Defender Shkodran Mustafi is reportedly determined to remain at Arsenal, despite the club's willingness to offload the Germany international. Read more.

Barcelona 'made approach for Virgil van Dijk'
Barcelona reportedly expressed an interest in signing Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk earlier this year, only for the enquiry to be rejected. Read more.

Juventus end interest in Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba?
Juventus reportedly withdraw their interest in Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba, leaving Real Madrid as favourites to sign the World Cup winner. Read more.

Arsenal to demand £8.8m for Laurent Koscielny?
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to demand £8.8m for defender Laurent Koscielny, who is keen to leave the Emirates Stadium this summer. Read more.

Aston Villa close to passing £100m mark in transfer market
Villa have spent big ahead of their return to the Premier League. Read more.

Peter Crouch announces retirement
The 38-year-old started his career at QPR and went on to play for nine clubs. Read more.

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How Manchester United could line up with Milenkovic, Milinkovic-Savic


Nikola Milenkovic and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic are the latest players to be linked with Manchester United, but how would the Serbian pair feature in the starting lineup? Read more.

Paris Saint-Germain 'consider Leroy Sane as Neymar replacement'
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane is being eyed up by Paris Saint-Germain as a possible replacement for Neymar, according to a report. Read more.

Toby Alderweireld agent meets with Roma chiefs?
Talks have reportedly started between Toby Alderweireld's agent and Roma's sporting director as the Belgian defender edges closer to a move away from Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.

Manchester United 'send scouts to watch Everton Soares'
Gremio and Brazil forward Everton Soares was reportedly watched up close by Manchester United scouts earlier this week. Read more.

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Philippe Coutinho in action for Barcelona on March 9, 2019
Report: Philippe Coutinho keen on Liverpool return


Philippe Coutinho is not against the idea of a return to former club Liverpool after a disappointing 18-month spell at Barcelona, according to a report. Read more.

Report: Juventus make new offer for Matthijs de Ligt
A report claims that Juventus have moved a step closer to signing Matthijs de Ligt after increasing their offer for the Ajax centre-back from £45m to £60m. Read more.

Manchester United 'cool interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma'
Manchester United are reportedly veering away from Gianluigi Donnarumma as a possible David de Gea replacement due to increasing tensions with his agent Mino Raiola. Read more.

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Antoine Griezmann and associated hair in action for Atletico Madrid on April 24, 2019
Antoine Griezmann 'to take Philippe Coutinho's shirt number at Barcelona'


Barcelona reportedly plan to give Antoine Griezmann the number seven shirt currently held by Philippe Coutinho, sparking more speculation over the Brazilian's future. Read more.

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