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MANCHESTER CITY are prepared to do whatever it takes to sign Lionel Messi, who is said to want OUT of Barcelona this summer.
And Cristiano Ronaldo has been linked with a number of clubs as reports claim he is no longer indispensable to Juventus.
Follow ALL of the latest transfer gossip, news and updates below…
COOKING UP DINZ
Arsenal are set to sign defender Jonathan Dinzeyi, who has been released by Tottenham.
According to the Athletic, the centre-back, 20, is being drafted in by Mikel Arteta’s side after being released by their North London rivals last month.
The England Under-18 international has not played a single minute under Jose Mourinho and featured in a friendly in 2018.
It would be likely Dinzeyi would be a fourth or fifth-choice centre-back at the Emirates, but Arteta clearly thinks he can use the player.
Arsenal are keen to sign players they can develop to their squad and Dinzeyi would represent exactly that.
NOU MAN IN
Ronald Koeman wants to make Donny van de Beek his first signing as Barcelona manager, according to reports.
The United target, 23, impressed so much during Ajax's march to the Champions League semi-finals, where they were seconds away from qualifying for the final itself.
But after staying on another season at the Johann Cruyff Arena, he is ready for a new challenge, which Edwin van der Sar even acknowledged earlier in the year.
Van der Beek scored 10 goals and grabbed 11 assists for Ajax in all competitions last season and would cost either United or Barcelona £31.6m.
HERE WE KOE
Arsene Wenger has offered to succeed Barcelona-bound Ronald Koeman as Netherlands boss.
That's Fox Sports' claim as Koeman overtook Xavi and Mauricio Pochettino as favourite to replace sacked Barca chief Quique Setien.
Wenger admits he still craves another hands-on role, having departed Arsenal in 2018 after a legendary reign of 22 years.
He told Europe 1 earlier this month: “Every day I want to train, I’ve been doing this all my life.
“I’m 70 years old, I gave a lot. Should I play Russian roulette a bit, even when it comes to my health?
“I can’t do things by halves, so I ask myself this question.”
SILVA SWINDLE
If you thought David Silva was about to sign for Lazio, you thought the deal was as good as done and he was due to be unveiled at the Stadio Olimpico, you'd be correct.
In fact, Lazio thought the same.
But, according to Fabrizio Romano, they were stunned when Silva decided to jet over to San Sebastian and sign for Real Sociedad instead, after the La Liga side contacted him in secret.
Silva will be unveiled at the Anoeta imminently and will be able to sample the culinary delights of the northern-Spanish city to his heart's content.
Lazio are reportedly fuming at the snub.
STUMP UP
Chelsea have been asked to cough up £90MILLION should they wish to bring Kai Havertz to Stamford Bridge this summer.
The Evening Standard claim the Blues have been told they need to pay the eye-watering cost for the playmaker.
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly in no hurry to part company with their 21-year-old starlet who piqued the Blues’ interest this season.
But should they decide to sell, it is likely they will want the full amount for their player.
Leverkusen are reportedly among the teams who are having to balance their books with the Covid-19 pandemic putting a dent in the budgets of many European sides.
GOOD MORNING FOOTY FANS
Football’s return to pre-season training has been thrown into chaos by the quarantine rules.
And players have been warned they cannot cheat the system by holidaying in a country outside the UK’s safe list then fly back from a different country which does not require 14 days of isolation.
The Premier League has written to every club to alert them anyone who has travelled to any of the 155 nations with high levels of Covid-19 must go into lockdown before returning to work.
Even those testing negative for coronavirus will not be exempted.
It has been suggested that some anxious players have been holidaying in Spain and then returned to the UK via Greece or Germany to avoid going into quarantine.
A Government spokesperson said: “If you have been in a country that is not exempt from our travel restrictions, you must self-isolate for 14 days.
“If you travel from that country to one which is exempt for, say, four days, you will still need to isolate for ten days when you return to the UK.”
And with most top-flight teams returning to training this week, it has left a number of stars struggling to beat the deadline.
In transfers, David Silva has joined Real Sociedad on a two-year contract after leaving Manchester City.
The 34-year-old playmaker was heavily-linked with a switch to Serie A side Lazio.
They were believed to have offered him a luxury home, private plane rides and £50,000 a week to tempt him to Italy.
But Sociedad surprised everyone by announcing the City legend was signing for them.
City also want to give Sergio Aguero a statue — to go alongside the one of his partner in crime Silva.
City announced yesterday that Spanish legend Silva will follow Vincent Kompany in being immortalised outside their Etihad stadium.
And there are on-going talks about making it the ‘Three Amigos’ — by building one in honour of their all-time leading scorer Aguero in the future too.
Joe Hart also had a medical at Tottenham ahead of a potential move.
And finally, Barcelona confirmed the sacking of Quique Setien.
LOCK OUT
Football's return to pre-season training has been thrown into chaos by the quarantine rules.
And players have been warned they cannot cheat the system by holidaying in a country outside the UK’s safe list then fly back from a different country which does not require 14 days of isolation.
The Premier League has written to every club to alert them anyone who has travelled to any of the 155 nations with high levels of Covid-19 must go into lockdown before returning to work. Even those testing negative for coronavirus will not be exempted.
It has been suggested that some anxious players have been holidaying in Spain and then returned to the UK via Greece or Germany to avoid going into quarantine.
A Government spokesperson said: “If you have been in a country that is not exempt from our travel restrictions, you must self-isolate for 14 days.
“If you travel from that country to one which is exempt for, say, four days, you will still need to isolate for ten days when you return to the UK.”
POWER SERG
Manchester City want to give Sergio Aguero a statue — to go alongside the one of his partner in crime David Silva.
City announced yesterday that Spanish legend Silva will follow Vincent Kompany in being immortalised outside their Etihad stadium.
And there are on-going talks about making it the ‘Three Amigos’ — by building one in honour of their all-time leading scorer Aguero in the future too.
BREAKING
David Silva has joined Real Sociedad on a two-year contract after leaving Manchester City.
The 34-year-old playmaker was heavily-linked with a switch to Serie A side Lazio.
They were believed to have offered him a luxury home, private plane rides and £50,000-a-week to tempt him to Italy.
But Sociedad surprised everyone by announcing the City legend was signing for them.
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SANCHO BLOW
Manchester United's hopes of luring Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford appear to have taken another blow.
Borussia Dortmund’s top boss has reportedly hinted they have no need to part with the starlet, who is a top transfer target for the Red Devils.
The Daily Mail claim Dortmund’s CEO believes his club do not have to sell the player to reduce their outgoings.
And the London-born starlet’s form has led to his employers placing a whopping £108million price tag on his head.
However, Manchester United are thought to be reluctant to meet the entire eye-watering cost upfront.
DAN FOR IT
Juventus will offer Arsenal Daniele Rugani in a swap deal for Hector Bellerin, according to reports.
The Gunners have been heavily linked with the Italian in the past.
And the Serie A champs will try and tempt the North Londoners with him to try and prise their Spanish right-back to Italy, according to TuttoJuve.
BLUE STONES
Chelsea are still interested signing Manchester City centre-back John Stones, according to reports.
Stones has fallen out-of-favour under Pep Guardiola, and he could be on his way out of the Etihad this summer.
And the Daily Mirror claim Chelsea could make a move for him and Brighton's Lewis Dunk.
The West Londoners have been heavily linked with a £40m move for the Seagulls star man.
Stones, who has played over 130 times for Manchester City, has just two years remaining on his current deal at the club.
AMPED UP
Chelsea may already have their very own Declan Rice, according to Goal.
Ethan Ampadu is an equally versatile defensive midfielder.
And Frank Lampard is said to be a huge fan of the 19-year-old.
The Welshmanwas on loan at RB Leipzig last season but is likely to stay at Stamford Bridge to fight for his place next season.
Ampadu's presence could see Chelsea turn their transfer attention away from the West Ham ace.
JENS UNDER THE LENS
Norwegian sensation Jens Petter Hauge was watched by a top Manchester United scout on Sunday and admitted: “It’s very positive.”
Talent-spotter Tommy Moller Nielsen saw the FK Bodø/Glimt left-winger fail to add to his astonishing eight goals in 12 games this season as the Norway League leaders won 2-1 at Sandefjord.
Moller Nielsen refused to confirm local reports he was scouting the 20-year-old in particular but Hauge told Eurosport: “It’s quite clear. When a club like Manchester United comes on the field, it will always be interesting.
“If that’s right [United scout watching him], then it’s very positive.
“But it’s not something I can go around thinking about because then my performance will drop.
“I have to focus on delivering. I will of course be very flattered if this is true, but I am now concentrating on performing in Glimt.”
AU-REVOIR ALEXANDRE
Arsenal would listen to offers for Alexandre Lacazette, according to ESPN.
Speaking on TalkSPORT, football journalist James Olley said: “I think the club would be open to listening to offers for Lacazette.
“He’s got two years left on his contract, he’s not been happy there and he was particularly unhappy under Unai Emery.
“I thought after the restart there were signs of life in him again; he was coming deeper to be more involved, he was really helping to link the play well ,and I thought he played well in the FA Cup semi-final and final.
“But he’s 29 and you get into a stage where either you re-sign him or you sell him now while he’s got some negotiation power.
“It would raise some funds; they could get £30m, maybe a little more, for him.”
INS AND OUTS
Manchester United must reportedly offload a string of players to complete a £108million deal for Jadon Sancho.
The Standard claims Ole Gunnar Solskjaer must part ways with United’s dead weight in order to have sufficient funds this summer.
United are coming round to the idea of forking out £108m for the England star.
But to fund the move, and deals for other expensive signings, they will need to move on a number of fringe players.
Jesse Lingard and Andreas Pereira are two midfielders who have no future under Solskjaer.
But it’s in defence where the axe will swing hardest, with Chris Smalling, Phil Jones, Marcos Rojo and Diogo Dalot all reportedly up for sale.
MATT HIS MARK
Arsenal youngster Matt Smith has joined newly-promoted League One side Swindon Town on loan for the 2020/21 season.
A Gunners statement read: “The 19-year-old has been at the club since under-9 level and progressed through our Hale End Youth Academy, signing his first professional contract with us in February 2019.
“A composed midfielder, the Harlow-born youngster captained us to the Under-18 Premier League South title in 2018/19, playing every single minute during the victorious campaign.
“Matt was a regular in the under-23s last season and frequently trained with the first-team squad.
“His fine performances were rewarded with his selection into the first-team matchday squad on six occasions after the season’s restart, including being an unused substitute in our Heads Up FA Cup final victory over Chelsea.
WHERE WIL HE GO?!
Wilfried Zaha is reportedly set to spark a three-way transfer scrap this summer ahead of his expected Crystal Palace exit.
Sky Sports claim Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund and Monaco have all expressed an interest in the Ivorian.
Arsenal and Everton both tried to sign the 27-year-old last summer but were priced out of a move with Palace asking for £80million.
Chelsea have also been linked with Zaha, although such talk has faded dramatically since the Blues signed Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner, whilst also targeting Kai Havertz.
The former Manchester United winger also played down an Instagram video of him pointing at a huge “Zaha to Arsenal” sign in a nightclub.
However, he is still keen on leaving Selhurst Park and Palace are prepared to let him go for the right price.
'DEVIL'S DECISION'
David De Gea has defended his position at Manchester United, insisting “I am still the number one”.
The Spanish goalkeeper has come under pressure this season after a number of calamitous errors not least in the FA Cup semi-final.
He got the nod over Sergio Romero for the Europa League semi-final on Sunday and conceded twice as United went down 2-1 to Sevilla.
But De Gea said: “I trust in myself.
“I have shown my qualities all the years. So I will just stay available for the manager.
“I'm always ready to play and try to help the team, as I have always done.”
SMALL FRY
Roma are reportedly refusing to give up on a permanent deal for Manchester United misfit Chris Smalling.
However, SunSport understands United want £20million to let Smalling leave.
And with coronavirus wrecking finances around the world, Roma are unable to afford that fee.
But Gianluca Di Marzio claims the Italians are refusing to give up on Smalling and are hopeful of negotiating an affordable fee with the Red Devils.
AKINS AND OUTS
Arsenal have signed 19-year-old midfielder Tim Akinola on a free-transfer, according to reports.
Akinola was released by Championship outfit Huddersfield this summer with the Terriers having too much competition in central midfield in their academy ranks.
And the Gunners moved to snap him up without even seeing him play having been so impressed by video footage, according to the Athletic.
CHONG THE WAY UP
Man Utd star Tahith Chong wants to emulate players like Kevin De Bruyne and Serge Gnabry after he signed a season-long loan with Werder Bremen.
Both players excelled in their careers after moving to the Bundesliga from the Premier League.
And the 20-year-old said: “It’s definitely in the back of your head when you come here.
“The club’s history and reputation for helping players like Gnabry and De Bruyne advance their careers is always good to hear, so I’m sure this the right place to continue my development.”
FUL UP
Fulham are ready to sign Antonee Robinson – after the United States star snubbed a return to Everton.
Left back Robinson headed to London from Wigan yesterday and will sign a £50,000-a-week deal after a transfer battle for his signautre.
Fulham offered £1.9 million on Friday but former club Everton had a 48-hour window to match the bid and speak to the player.
Goodison transfer chief Marcel Brandts told Robinson he wanted him back – a year after selling him to Latics – but he chose Fulham instead.
Sheffield United and West Brom were left disappointed in the chase for the defender who is one of many leaving troubled Wigan.
BRUCE BLOW
Newcastle have been dealt a huge blow in their quest to turn Valentino Lazaro’s loan spell from Inter Milan into a permanent stay.
The 24-year-old is reportedly closing in on a return to the Bundesliga with Borussia Monchengladbach set to confirm his signing.
According to Rheinische Post, Monchengladbach are set to announce the signing of Lazaro on a season-long loan in the coming days.
They state that the German outfit will have the option of being able to turn the deal permanent for £18m.
Monchengladbach are believed to have beaten Bayer Leverkusen to the signature of the ex-Hertha Berlin forward.
Lazaro scored twice in 15 games in all competitions for Newcastle, though he was mainly used as an impact player of the bench.
DON'T BLUEK BACK
Chelsea youngsters Armando Broja and Ike Ugbo are reportedly heading out on loan.
Broja is off to Vitesse Arnhem while Ugbo is headed to Cercle Brugge, according to the Guardian.
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