🚨 NINE Liverpool exits, Kvaratskhelia to Arsenal latest, Man United tipped to land Brazilian goal machine, new Chelsea deal, & more
Today's transfer headlines as Liverpool and Man United could be busy...
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Today’s top stories:
Sad news as ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies aged 48
Plus Kvaratskhelia to Arsenal, Liverpool exits, & more!
Europa League round-up
Aston Villa thrash Bologna to reach Europa semis
Aston Villa were in emphatic form to put Bologna to the sword at Villa Park last night as they reached the semi-finals of the Europa League.
Ollie Watkins opened the scoring by finishing a slick team move, while Ezri Konsa scored probably the pick of the bunch to make it 4-0 in the second half.
FT Aston Villa 4-0 Bologna (7-1 on aggregate) [Pictures from TNT Sports]
Nottingham Forest edge past Porto
Nottingham Forest also made it through to the Europa League semi-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Porto.
Morgan Gibbs White’s deflected effort decided a close encounter at the City Ground after these teams drew 1-1 in Porto last week.
FT Nottingham Forest 1-0 Porto (2-1 on aggregate) [Pictures from TNT Sports]
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Arsenal
Arsenal have no chance of signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from PSG this summer despite recent transfer rumours linking him with the Gunners. (David Ornstein)
Anthony Gordon could be a realistic target for Arsenal, however, as the £75m-rated Newcastle winger is keen to move to London. (Sun)
Arsenal are also eyeing up exciting Norwegian wonderkid Eirik Granaas, who has been compared with Gunners captain Martin Odegaard. (Sun)
Martin Zubimendi has played down links with Real Madrid, suggesting the moment has passed for him to move to the Bernabeu. (Cadena SER)
Barcelona
Barcelona have a meeting planned to discuss a new contract with manager Hansi Flick. (Mundo Deportivo)
Lionel Messi has purchased UE Cornella, a club close to his former side Barcelona. (Marca)
One of the world’s best young midfielders has been tipped for a move to Barcelona - full story here!
Chelsea
Chelsea are entering the equation to sign in-demand Palmeiras wonderkid Eduardo Conceicao this summer, though they face competition from the likes of Manchester City and Barcelona. (Times)
Chelsea are closing in on a new contract for Moises Caicedo, who has agreed terms on a lucrative deal that will run until 2033. (BBC Sport)
Liverpool
The Liverpool hierarchy are refusing to hit the panic button over Arne Slot, with the manager expected to be safe even if the Reds miss out on Champions League qualification. (David Ornstein)
As many as nine players could leave Liverpool in a major clear-out this summer, with big names like Alexis Mac Allister and Curtis Jones among those who could be sold. (Telegraph)
Liverpool have rejected an initial approach from Al Hilal for director Richard Hughes, though Saudi sources remain confident of hiring him at some point in the near future. (talkSPORT)
Virgil van Dijk is expected to leave Liverpool on a free transfer when his current contract expires at the end of next season. (The Athletic)
Liverpool are keen on a potential transfer swoop for West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen this summer as they look for cover for the injured Hugo Ekitike. (TEAMtalk)
Manchester City
Bernardo Silva’s departure from Manchester City at the end of the season has been officially confirmed by the player and club - full story here!
Manchester United
Marcus Rashford is open to a surprise return to Manchester United this summer if Barcelona don’t end up making his loan move permanent. (BBC Sport)
Andoni Iraola would be open to becoming Manchester United manager once he leaves Bournemouth at the end of this season, though no talks have taken place yet. (Fabrizio Romano)
This exciting 23-year-old attacking talent has reportedly said “yes” to a move to Manchester United for this summer - full story here!
Manchester United have been tipped to sign Brentford striker Igor Thiago this summer - full story here!
Newcastle United
Anthony Gordon wants to leave Newcastle United this summer, with Arsenal, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich among the £80m England international’s suitors. (Telegraph)
Gordon could favour Arsenal as he wants a move to London for his next club. (Sun)
Newcastle are in the mix for the signing of highly-rated Leicester City wonderkid Jeremy Monga this summer. (Football Insider)
Real Madrid
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is considering big-name candidates like Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino to take over as manager this summer. (Daily Mail)
Martin Zubimendi has played down links with Real Madrid, suggesting the moment has passed for him to move to the Bernabeu. (Cadena SER)
Tottenham
Dejan Kulusevski is expected to stay at Tottenham this summer even if the club end up getting relegated to the Championship. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Tottenham could, however, be set to lose Conor Gallagher just a few months after signing him, with Aston Villa interested in the England midfielder. (Football Insider)
Tottenham may have been handed a major fitness boost ahead of key fixtures that will decide their future in the Premier League - full story here!