the Daily Briefing: Tuesday 26th July - Cristiano Ronaldo, Timo Werner, Cody Gakpo, Endrick, and more
My exclusive round-up of the latest transfer news, featuring Cristiano Ronaldo, Timo Werner, and much, much more.
Good morning guys, welcome to my latest Daily Briefing! Read on for my exclusive transfer updates, brought to you ad-free as ever :)
Today’s top headlines:
AC Milan
AC Milan remain confident about signing Charles De Ketelaere. Further talks planned with Club Brugge, the player only focused on a move to the San Siro.
Arsenal
The agent of William Saliba met with Marseille president Pablo Longoria in London last night. As I wrote yesterday, Arsenal plan to keep him and it would take crazy money to change their minds.
🚨 Exclusive: Click here to find out about Cody Gakpo and those links with Arsenal and Leeds.
Barcelona
Direct negotiations over Jules Kounde continue. They are unlikely to match Chelsea’s offer, but could agree a deal with a slightly different structure.
Barcelona manager Xavi has played down talk of a return for Lionel Messi - “Makes no sense to speak about Leo Messi's comeback at Barcelona right now, he's under contract with PSG so it's impossible. We'll see in the future.”
Chelsea
As for Chelsea, they have moved on from Jules Kounde and have alternatives in mind for defence. As I wrote yesterday, they have wanted Presnel Kimpembe for some time.
🚨 Exclusive: Chelsea could loan out Timo Werner - click here to find out two potential destinations for him.
🚨 Exclusive: Read more about Chelsea’s plans, including Todd Boehly’s search for a new sporting director.
Fulham
Official: Manor Solomon has joined Fulham until June 2023. FIFA allowed him to terminate his contract with Shakhtar Donetsk.
Fulham continue to search for a new goalkeeper, with Barcelona’s Neto a possible alternative to Bernd Leno as there is still no full agreement with Arsenal.
Juventus
Juventus are interested in Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Leandro Paredes, and will seek to offload both Aaron Ramsey and Arthur to make room for him.
🚨 Exclusive: Could Juventus be in the market for two major Chelsea flops this summer? Click here to find out more.
Leeds
🚨 Exclusive: There was interest in Cody Gakpo earlier this summer - click here to find out the latest on the PSV star possibly joining Leeds.
Manchester City
A deal was almost in place for 19-year-old winger Sam Edozie to move to Bayer Leverkusen, but now Southampton have entered the running as well.
Manchester United
🚨 Exclusive: All you need to know about Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester, including the plans of Erik ten Hag and Jorge Mendes.
Norwich
Talks have taken place over a deal for Canadian international talent Ismael Kone from CF Montreal. Norwich are confident they could move to the front of the queue for the 20-year-old midfielder.
Palmeiras
🚨 Exclusive: Real Madrid, Barcelona and PSG are among the top European clubs showing an interest in Palmeiras and Brazil wonderkid Endrick. Click here to find out his release clause and who else wants him.
PSG
Xavi did not sound as confident as Joan Laporta about a possible return for Lionel Messi - “Makes no sense to speak about Leo Messi's comeback at Barcelona right now, he's under contract with PSG so it's impossible. We'll see in the future.”
Nordi Mukiele has landed in Paris and sent a farewell message to RB Leipzig fans on social media. He’s having his medical today and will be announced soon.
PSV
🚨 Exclusive: Click here to find out PSV’s asking price for Cody Gakpo.
Rangers
Done deal, confirmed - Ridvan Yilmaz has joined Rangers from Besiktas on a five-year deal. His fee will be €6m plus 20% sell-on clause.
RB Leipzig
Nordi Mukiele has announced his departure with an emotional message to RB Leipzig fans on Instagram.
🚨 Exclusive: Click here to find out more about Chelsea’s efforts to hijack Nordi Mukiele’s move to PSG.
Southampton
Southampton are working to hijack Sam Edozie’s transfer to Bayer Leverkusen. The Manchester City youngster was looking set for a move to the Bundesliga, but the Saints still hope a late deal can be struck.
Tottenham
Villarreal are in contact with Spurs over Giovani Lo Celso. He’s a top priority for Unai Emery, but other clubs are also interested.
Valencia
Valencia are interested in Juventus midfielder Arthur. However, one issue could be the Brazil international’s high wage demands.
West Ham
🚨 Exclusive: Click here to find out when West Ham will announce Gianluca Scamacca, and what the deal means for Armando Broja and two other of the Hammers’ targets.