🚨 Liverpool eye PL forward, Frank under pressure at Spurs, MLS approach for Lewandowski, Real Madrid midfielder targets, & more
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Premier League round-up:
Manchester United snatch late draw at West Ham
Manchester United’s winning run under Michael Carrick has come to an end, but they managed to remain unbeaten thanks to a late Benjamin Sesko equaliser away to West Ham.
Tomas Soucek gave the Hammers the lead early in the second half, but a superb Sesko finish ensured it finished 1-1.
FT West Ham 1-1 Manchester United [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Chelsea lose 2-0 lead at home to Leeds
Chelsea suffered a disappointing result last night as they were pegged back from 2-0 down to draw at home to Leeds.
Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer gave the Blues what looked like a comfortable two-goal cushion, but some poor defending allowed the visitors back into the game.
Palmer then missed a sitter late on - the England international looked in utter disbelief after messing up one of the easiest chances he’ll get from close range.
FT Chelsea 2-2 Leeds [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Pressure on Frank as Spurs lose again
Tottenham suffered another poor result under Thomas Frank, with Newcastle coming out on top with a 2-1 victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last night.
Malick Thiaw gave the Magpies the lead, and although Archie Gray briefly brought Spurs level, it wasn’t long before the visitors went back in front through Jacob Ramsey.
FT Tottenham 1-2 Newcastle [Pictures from TNT Sports]
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Arsenal
Gabriel Jesus is being eyed by AC Milan ahead of the summer as his Arsenal future could be in major doubt. (Tuttosport)
Barcelona
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has received an approach from an MLS club ahead of becoming a free agent this summer. (Sport)
Plus have Barca already found their Lewandowski replacement? Full story here!
Chelsea
Unbelievable - was this the miss of the season from Cole Palmer?!
Chelsea look ready to rival Crystal Palace for the potential transfer of Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi this summer. (Fichajes)
Liverpool
Liverpool are closely monitoring Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi as a top target for the summer transfer window. (CaughtOffside)
Mohamed Salah may now be increasingly open to a move to the Saudi Pro League this summer, with Al Ittihad expected to step up their interest in the Liverpool superstar. (Foot Mercato)
Liverpool could be one of the many clubs in contention to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle this summer, but he could cost as much as £100m. (Fichajes)
Liverpool could look to AC Milan winger Christian Pulisic ahead of next season if they end up having to replace Mohamed Salah. (Tuttomercatoweb)
Manchester City
Manchester City are seriously considering a move for Elliot Anderson this summer, but the Nottingham Forest midfielder is likely to cost around £80-100m. (TEAMtalk)
Manchester United
Manchester United are reportedly keeping close tabs on talented young Gambian defender Sedi Kinteh. (Daily Mail)
Manchester United have been urged to pounce for this signing from Tottenham amid their ongoing struggles this season - full story here!
Newcastle United
Newcastle could be set to replace Eddie Howe with England manager Thomas Tuchel if he becomes available after the 2026 World Cup this summer. (ESPN)
Real Madrid are emerging as serious suitors for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as his agent looks to get him out of St James’ Park this summer. (TuttoJuve)
PSG
Paris Saint-Germain appear to be emerging as increasingly strong contenders to sign Brighton midfielder and Manchester United target Carlos Baleba this summer. (TEAMtalk)
Real Madrid
Real Madrid are emerging as serious suitors for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali as his agent looks to get him out of St James’ Park this summer. (TuttoJuve)
Another midfielder on Real’s radar is an ambitious potential move for PSG star Vitinha, while there’s also appreciation of AZ Alkmaar wonderkid Kees Smit. (AS)
Kylian Mbappe was reportedly happier under Xabi Alonso than he has been under Real Madrid’s interim manager Alvaro Arbeloa. (Cadena COPE)
Tottenham
Thomas Frank looked visibly annoyed at his interviewer as he was quizzed again and again about his future after the defeat to Newcastle - watch the clip here!
Tottenham fans made it clear which manager they want as they chanted his name and called for Thomas Frank to be sacked after last night’s defeat - full story here!
Tottenham defender Cristian Romero is being eyed by Real Madrid as the Argentine’s relationship with his current club is now at an all-time low. (TyC Sports)