Armando Broja's dilemma, Paulo Dybala's release clause, Jesse Lingard decision very close + why Man Utd didn't sign Jurrien Timber

Exclusive deep-dive into the latest transfer news, featuring the latest on Armando Broja, Jesse Lingard, Jurrien Timber, and more.

Why Armando Broja doesn’t want another loan move

This is a complicated saga, but here’s my best effort at summarising my latest understanding of the Armando Broja situation:

Broja is not interested in a loan deal. Chelsea would be open to a loan but the player no longer wants a loan after last year in Southampton, and before that in Vitesse.

This is why with West Ham the negotiation is for a £30m permanent deal. The player's priority is to have guaranteed game time and to feel important in the club, but it is also true that Broja knows that Thomas Tuchel is doing everything to keep him.

Tuchel is a big fan of Broja, which is why Chelsea would be open to another loan, but the player is now at the stage where he wants a permanent move and to play regularly. If this happens, Blues fans better hope the club can agree a buy-back clause!

Why Jurrien Timber to Manchester United fell through

Manchester United have always had Jurrien Timber on the list - Erik ten Hag is a big fan, but after signing …