🚨 £27m Arsenal deal WILL happen, Kompany to Bayern latest, Man Utd star's £50m asking price, Pochettino's Chelsea future & more
Today's round-up, featuring Arsenal, Man Utd, Chelsea and much more!
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What next for Mauricio Pochettino’s future at Chelsea?
Is Brian Brobbey among Arsenal’s striker targets?
Plus latest on the next Bayern manager, Man Utd, Real Madrid & more
AC Milan
Joshua Zirkzee’s release clause at Bologna remains the same as reported in December: €40m fee valid for all clubs, not only Bayern. AC Milan keep working on the deal with regular contacts taking place, waiting for next steps — several clubs are keen.
Arsenal
Brian Brobbey to Arsenal? Fabrizio Romano responds to the latest transfer rumours in today’s exclusive column.
What would signing a striker mean for Kai Havertz’s role at Arsenal? Fabrizio Romano takes a look in his latest column.
David Raya: “I would love to be at Arsenal next season and, if that’s the case, it would be amazing, a dream come true to sign for this club.” The deal will happen with Arsenal set to pay £27m to Brentford for Raya, it’s all planned since months ago.
Arsenal reportedly chose the signing of Kai Havertz over other options like Ilkay Gundogan and Mason Mount, initially planning to use him as a replacement for Granit Xhaka in midfield.
Cedric Soares confirms Arsenal exit, saying: “What a Team and what a Club … to all the fans, I thank you! You will always have a special place in my heart!”
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Aston Villa
Aston Villa are in advanced talks to sign Ross Barkley from Luton Town, confirmed. Negotiations are progressing and Barkley is keen on the move. Unai Emery really likes Barkley and believes he could be a smart signing for Villa.
Barcelona
Barcelona players are in shock at the Xavi situation - more info in Matteo Moretto’s exclusive column.
Bayer Leverkusen
Florian Wirtz has won the award as Bundesliga Player of the Season. 11 goals, 11 assists and magic skills to help Bayer Leverkusen in their historical unbeaten campaign.
Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro: “Stanisic has a contract at Bayern Munich and as long as nothing changes, I assume that he will go back to Bayern Munich. If he has another wish, he will definitely talk to us. But that’s not the case at the moment.”
Bayern Munich
Vincent Kompany to Bayern? Or could Hansi Flick still be in contention for the job? Fabrizio Romano takes a look in today’s column.
Bologna
What a cheeky finish by Riccardo Calafiori in a thrilling game last night! FT Bologna 3-3 Juventus [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Riccardo Calafiori is on the shortlist of several top European clubs after his excellent season at Bologna; Juventus, on it since February. Nothing done yet, Thiago Motta’s next step is key. As revealed in March, Basel will received around 40/50% of future sale over €4m.
Bologna president Joey Saputo: “We will do everything in our power to keep Thiago Motta at the club.”
Borussia Dortmund
Serhou Guirassy to Borussia Dortmund could be one to watch as contacts have started - latest details in Fabrizio Romano’s column.
Borussia Dortmund consider Ian Maatsen their top priority signing, as reported in April. Talks with Chelsea are expected to take place in the coming weeks, even though he has a £35m release clause.
Bournemouth
Lloyd Kelly has informed Bournemouth of his decision to leave the club as a free agent when his contract expires this summer.
Brighton
Roberto de Zerbi on what’s next for him: “I don’t know... for sure if I have to stay at home, three, four, five months, for me it should be no problem. This because I will work, studying different games, teams and coaches. You have to build knowledge to stay top.”
Burnley
Vincent Kompany has been considered as an option at several clubs in recent days despite being relegated with Burnley. Bayern Munich have discussed Kompany internally among possible candidates for the job. Brighton, meanwhile, are still waiting to make a decision on their new coach to replace Roberto de Zerbi.
Championship Play-Off final
Southampton and Leeds both went down last season but will now do battle to bounce straight back to the Premier League in the Championship play-off final on Sunday 26 May - check out CaughtOffside’s guide on how to get tickets to the Championship play-off final.
Champions League final
It’s the biggest game of the club season - on June 1st Real Madrid will take on Borussia Dortmund as they look to win the Champions League for the 15th time! Check out CaughtOffside’s guide on how to get tickets to the Champions League final.
Chelsea
What next for Mauricio Pochettino at Chelsea and how big an impact did the Argentine have on Cole Palmer’s incredible season? Fabrizio Romano takes a look at all the latest details in his exclusive column.
Nordi Mukiele to Chelsea? He’s expected to leave PSG this summer, with talks to clarify the situation soon, according to Fabrizio Romano in today’s column.
Borussia Dortmund consider Ian Maatsen their top priority signing, as reported in April. Talks with Chelsea are expected to take place in the coming weeks, even though he has a £35m release clause.
Moises Caicedo: “I believe it was good to join Chelsea, one of the best teams in the world. I am sure next season will be a good one!”
Europa League final
Bayer Leverkusen are chasing an unbeaten treble season - can they do it when they take on Atalanta in the Europa League final tomorrow night? Check out CaughtOffside’s guide on how to get tickets to the Europa League final.
Euro 2024
Germany will host the Euros this summer in what promises to be a memorable tournament - check out CaughtOffside’s guide on how to get Euro 2024 tickets.
FA Cup final
In a repeat of last year’s final, it’s Manchester City against Manchester United for the big showdown game of the season at Wembley on Saturday 25th May. Check out CaughtOffside’s guide on how to get tickets to the FA Cup final.
Inter Milan
Lautaro Martinez: “We are close to the agreement with Inter over new long term deal. It’s just about few details, I wanted to get it done by the end of this week but it could also be delayed. I don’t know what’s gonna happen but there are no problems.”
Juventus
What a goal and what a game as Juventus came from three goals down to snatch a draw late on against Bologna! FT Bologna 3-3 Juventus [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Lille
Ethan Mbappe will also leave PSG after Kylian, his mother Fayza Lamari has confirmed. Ethan Mbappe is expected to continue in France with Lille leading the race to sign him.
Liverpool
Official, confirmed. Arne Slot has been unveiled by Liverpool as the club's new head coach on a three-year deal. The Dutchman is moving from Feyenoord and will officially start his new role on June 1st.
Mohamed Salah: “We know that trophies are what count and we will do everything possible to make that happen next season. Our fans deserve it and we will fight like hell.”
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Lyon
Abner from Real Betis to Lyon - an agreement has been in place since March and is set to be formally completed soon - now confirmed.
Manchester City
Pedro Neto to Manchester City? Fabrizio Romano takes a look at the story in his exclusive column.
Manchester United
The FA Cup final will be crucial to determine Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future - more info from Fabrizio Romano’s column.
Thomas Tuchel would not close the door to Man United just because they’re not in Europe - more info from Fabrizio Romano’s column.
Manchester United want £50m for Jadon Sancho, the same price they offered to Al-Ettifaq last summer. Sancho wants to stay at Dortmund, while Dortmund want to sign both Sancho and Ian Maatsen. United have made €3.5m from the loan fee, and the majority of the €4m in add-ons on top, but not all as some Bundesliga bonuses have not been met.
Monaco
Polish goalkeeper Radek Majecki is set to sign a new contract until June 2028 at AS Monaco. A deal has been agreed after he played a crucial part helping Monaco securing second place in Ligue 1, where he’s had 7 clean sheets in 12 matches.
Napoli
Leander Dendoncker will return to Aston Villa in June as Napoli won’t trigger the buy option clause for €9m, Villa will look for new solution for Dendoncker. Napoli are also currently not oriented to trigger €25m buy option clause for Junior Traore from Bournemouth.
Newcastle United
Alexander Isak is appreciated by Arsenal but Newcastle don’t want to sell - more info in Fabrizio Romano’s latest column.
Eddie Howe on Bruno Guimaraes: “I don’t think it was a wave goodbye. I think Bruno does that. It can be interpreted that way for those watching. Certainly, from my side, I hope it’s not. He is integral to what we do. I’m desperate to keep him!”
Newcastle consider Lloyd Kelly as priority target for the summer transfer window, and he’s now informed Bournemouth of his decision to leave the club as a free agent.
Nottingham Forest
Nuno Espirito Santo’s future at Nottingham Forest is still open after keeping the club in the Premier League. The Portuguese manager will discuss with the club soon in order to decide the next steps, but there’s a chance he could leave Forest.
PSG
Nordi Mukiele to Chelsea? He’s expected to leave PSG this summer, with talks to clarify the situation soon, according to Fabrizio Romano in today’s column.
Ethan Mbappe will also leave PSG after Kylian, his mother Fayza Lamari has confirmed. Ethan Mbappe is expected to continue in France with Lille leading the race to sign him.
Paris Saint-Germain talent Senny Mayulu has just signed his first professional contract valid for three years. New deal valid until June 2027. PSG are convinced he’s going to be the next big talent to shine in the future.
RB Leipzig
Benjamin Sesko has received already two bids from Saudi Pro League clubs. Despite huge financial proposals, Sesko has absolutely NO plans to go to Saudi. RB Leipzig have offered him new deal as revealed, while Premier League clubs keep pushing.
Real Madrid
Leny Yoro to Real Madrid? There’s interest from the Premier League as well…
Real Madrid and Luka Modric both expect to continue together next season, after player’s decision to reject all the other proposals. One more meeting is needed to discuss salary and details but Modric doesn’t complain about money, he only wants to continue at Real Madrid.
Arda Guler: “I have completely adapted to the team. I want to thank my team-mates, manager and all the fans for supporting me. When I wasn't playing, Ancelotti always talked with me, he told me to be patient, keep working and your time will come.”
Roma
Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala are two players to watch with uncertain futures at Roma this summer, according to Matteo Moretto in his exclusive column.
West Ham United
It’s all done since May 6 between West Ham and Julen Lopetegui with club formal announcement to follow. Lopetegui and West Ham, already planning for the summer transfer window.
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