the Daily Briefing: Thursday 25th August - Cristiano Ronaldo, Antony, Alexander Isak, Lucas Paqueta, and more
the Daily Briefing: Thursday 25th August - Cristiano Ronaldo, Antony, Alexander Isak, Lucas Paqueta, and more
My exclusive transfer round-up, featuring the latest on Cristiano Ronaldo, an imminent bid for Antony, plus major updates on Alexander Isak and Lucas Paqueta.
Good morning all, and welcome to my latest Daily Briefing - an ad-free round-up of all the biggest transfer stories!
Today’s top stories:
AC Milan
AC Milan are the latest club showing an interest in Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah. They could join Inter and RB Leipzig in the race, with the player keen for guaranteed playing time.
Ajax
A fresh round of talks will take place as Ajax look to sign Hakim Ziyech back from Chelsea. The Moroccan winger is considered Ajax’s priority, and he’s already spoken to the club board in recent days.
Arsenal
Nicolas Pepe is set to have his medical with Nice today, and another Arsenal player is in talks over an exit - click here to find out all you need to know.
Barcelona
Xavi on Bernardo Silva: “Who doesn't like Bernardo Silva? And De Bruyne or Haaland... Bernardo’s key player for City, who makes a difference. I like him, because there are very few like him... but that depends on Manchester City.”
📰 In other news, Frenkie de Jong is now being considered by Liverpool (Futbol Total via Forbes)
Chelsea
The Wesley Fofana to Chelsea saga is not over yet. The Leicester defender is pushing to join Chelsea, it's considered a dream move for him. Negotiations are expected to continue after a £70m bid was turned down. Talks are still ongoing with intermediaries in order to find the best solution soon.
Bayer Leverkusen are working on the signing of Callum Hudson-Odoi. Negotiations ongoing for a loan move after the player turned down offers from Premier League clubs. It will be completed this week.
Hakim Ziyech has held talks with Ajax and now the clubs look set to discuss a deal.
Conor Gallagher remains a top target for Newcastle, but the final decision will be with Thomas Tuchel, while the midfielder is also keen to stay at Stamford Bridge.
📰 In other news, Harry Maguire could still be a target for Chelsea if they cannot get a deal done for Wesley Fofana (Evening Standard)
Everton
Everton are considering a move for Manchester United midfielder James Garner, while Blackburn’s Ben Brereton Diaz is also an option for Frank Lampard.
Dele Alli has been welcomed by Besiktas fans as a move edges closer, he’ll have his medical today.
Juventus
Juventus and Arkadiusz Milik have agreed personal terms after talks yesterday. The move is on course to be completed in the next 24-48h as Marseille are set to accept the proposal. Marseille will receive €2m loan fee plus €8m potential buy option.
Talks progressing between Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain for Leandro Paredes. Personal terms already agreed, and things should be finalised in the coming days.
Manchester City
Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano has spoken out on the Bernardo Silva and Barcelona rumours: “It's a little late to discuss about ins and outs…” Man City count on Bernardo - also because they think it will be very difficult to replace him in just seven days.
Pep Guardiola: “We want Bernardo Silva with us but I don't want anyone to be unhappy here. The first thing would be for the two clubs to come to an agreement - then of course, I want him in my team It’s true that Bernardo Silva really likes FC Barcelona.”
Manchester United
What’s the truth behind the Cristiano Ronaldo to Marseille links? Click here for all you need to know on the situation.
A new bid is being prepared for Antony, and Man Utd are very confident of getting the deal done as the player is pushing to leave Ajax. Click here to find out more.
Manchester United have submitted an official offer for Martin Dubravka to come in as backup goalkeeper. A loan move is being discussed after a similar deal for Kevin Trapp or Yann Sommer looked too complicated.
Marseille
Cristiano Ronaldo rumours have caused a stir at Marseille - here’s all you need to know about the situation.
Eric Bailly has arrived in Marseille to complete his loan move from Manchester United. The deal includes the option to make his signing permanent for €10m.
Newcastle
Newcastle United are closing in on Alexander Isak. Final details to be discussed with his agents, looks set to be a club record fee for Newcastle and record sale for Real Sociedad.
Conor Gallagher is also a top target for Newcastle - click here to find out more.
PSG
Rafinha Alcantara is 100% leaving Paris, and he’s a priority target for Trabzonspor. Negotiations set to take place as PSG look for a solution.
Roma
Roma are making progress in talks to sign free agent Andrea Belotti, who left Torino earlier in the summer.
Negotiations are also ongoing for both Felix Afena to Cremonese as well as Justin Kluivert to Fulham.
Southampton
Southampton are one of the clubs circling for Manchester United midfielder James Garner, who can leave Old Trafford this summer.
Arsenal midfielder Ainsley Maitland-Niles is also a target for Southampton - here’s the latest on the situation.
Tottenham
Final details being discussed for Bryan Gil to join Valencia on loan. It will be a simple loan deal, with no permanent purchase option included.
Sampdoria are showing interest in Spurs midfielder Harry Winks, but there are no talks with Roma as things stand.
West Ham
Negotiations are underway over Lucas Paqueta to join West Ham - click here for the latest exclusive insight into this deal.