Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea submit bid to sign Gittens, Liverpool make £113m Wirtz offer, Inter inquire about Hojlund
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THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are finally here - with some huge deals already in the pipeline.
Chelsea have reportedly submitted a bid to sign Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund.
Meanwhile, Liverpool have made an offer worth £113million for Florian Wirtz, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.
Elsewhere, Inter have made an inquiry about out-of-form Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund
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'Almost decided'
Cristiano Ronaldo appears to rule himself out of playing in the upcoming Club World Cup.
The 40-year-old's future with Al-Nassr remains uncertain ahead of the tournament in the US later this month.
Ronaldo had been linked with a move away from the Saudi side, with his contract due to expire on June 30.
The club remain confident they can convince Ronaldo to stay and pen a new deal.
Al-Nassr are not participating in Fifa's revamped 32-strong Club World Cup.
Ronaldo had been linked with a fast-moving transfer, which would require the club to release him early from his contract so he could play in the competition.
But Ronaldo has indicated a move in time for the tournament starting on June 15 is unlikely.
Ronaldo said, via Fabrizio Romano: "It’s almost decided that I will NOT take part at the FIFA Club World Cup despite receiving many invitations and proposals.
"There have been talks, contacts - but you have to think about short, medium and long term."
Say good-Bry?
United have been warned their move for Bryan Mbeumo could be hijacked by Tottenham.
Thomas Frank could be heading across London to become Tottenham's new manager.
And that could see him try and sign Mbeumo, despite the Red Devils making an initial approach.
Ex-Spurs man Jamie O'Hara told Sky Sports: "Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa, Kevin Schade were absolutely fantastic for them this season.
"Look, can we hijack Manchester United’s move for Mbeumo if we get Frank? I’d love him at the club."
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Chelsea have launched a bid for Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund, according to reports.
And a seven-year contract has already been agreed.
The Blues are keen to add the England Under-21 international to their squad this summer.
And claim they have now officially submitted a transfer proposal to the Bundesliga side.
On the Go?
Angel Gomes could be set for a reunion with former Manchester United team-mate Mason Greenwood.
Gomes' contract at Lille expires this summer.
There has been interest from Tottenham and West Ham in the midfielder.
But RMC Sport state he is closing in on joining Roberto De Zerbi's Marseille, where fellow ex-Red Devils academy graduate Greenwood is.
City's Nou signing
Manchester City are set to complete the signing of Wolves full-back Rayan Ait-Nouri tomorrow.
According to Fabrizio Romano, he underwent his medical today.
And therefore it is only a matter of time before the paperwork is completed - with pen set to be put to paper tomorrow.
That will mean Ait-Nouri can link up with his new team-mates for the Club World Cup.
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Arsenal are on the verge of signing Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, reports claim.
And the Gunners will pay just a £5m release clause to their London rivals who once made Kepa the world's most expensive goalkeeper.
Arsenal had made Kepa their top target as they look to recruit a deputy to first-choice goalkeeper David Raya.
But the 30-year-old Spanish stopper, who just enjoyed a solid season at Bournemouth, won't settle for a No 2 spot.
According to the Athletic, Kepa is on the cusp of moving to the Emirates.
Kepa has a £5m release clause in his Chelsea contract, which he signed before joining the Cherries on a season-long loan.
Not so sweet 16
Ange Postecoglou was sacked 16 days after winning the Europa League - and now a theory has emerged as to why Spurs waited til then.
It marked exactly two years to the day from when the Australian landed the job in North London.
BBC senior football reporters Ian Dennis and Sami Mokbel discussed the sacking on the .
And there is a thinking the decision was made prior to the win in Bilbao because of the woeful league campaign.
Dennis shared a theory that explained the over two-week wait for the confirmation.
He tweeted: "Interesting his departure was timed after he had completed two years and on the first day of his third year. Significant in any settlement?"
Postecoglou has reportedly pocketed £4m after being shown the exit door by Levy.
He already collected a £2m bonus for getting the club into the Champions League.
Dom race
A host of Premier League clubs are targeting a move for free agent Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The 28-year-old forward is set to leave Everton after nine seasons.
TBR Football claim Man Utd, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle, Tottenham and West Ham are all eyeing the former England striker.
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Former Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey is being targeted by Mexican giants Pumas as Cardiff City dither over offering him the full-time manager’s post.
Ramsey took the reins at Cardiff City Stadium in April and oversaw the Bluebirds’ final three Championship matches of the season.
The ex-Gunner - who has not played a game for Cardiff since March - is a target for the Pumas, according to Mexican TV reporter Andres Vaca.
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Ferm denial
Barcelona have knocked back a bid from Chelsea for Fermin Lopez, reports claim.
Spanish news outlet Mundo Deportivo report the Blues bid £59million for the midfielder.
Chelsea also offered Christopher Nkunku in a swap deal, but that was also turned down by the Catalan giants.
Kop top up
Liverpool have reportedly made an improved offer for Florian Wirtz.
The Premier League champions are hopeful of reaching an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen, despite already seeing a £109m bid rejected.
TalkSPORT claim Liverpool's new deal is worth £113m.
The Bundesliga club are believed to be demanding £126m, which would smash the British transfer record.
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Victor Osimhen is nearing an exit from Napoli - but doesn't appear bound for the Premier League.
The Nigerian was linked with a switch to Manchester United this summer.
GOAL report Osimhen has agreed personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
Osimhen scored 26 goals in 30 Super Lig games on loan at Galarasaray last season.
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Thomas Frank is the frontrunner to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.
The Aussie was given his marching orders last night, just weeks after the club's 17-year trophy drought was ended.
According to the Guardian, it will cost Spurs £10m to activate Frank's release clause.
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Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka is a summer target for AC Milan.
The Swiss star has been a rock in midfield for Bayer Leverkusen since leaving the Emirates in the summer of 2023.
Kicker report Milan are ready to bid for the 32-year-old, who had 11 goal contributions in 33 Bundesliga games last term.
Credit: Getty Tottenham next manager odds
Here's who's the likeliest to take over the hot seat at Tottenham after Ange Postecoglou's dismissal.
Odds from talkSPORT BET:
- Thomas Frank 1/2
- Marco Silva 8/1
- Michael Carrick 8/1
- Oliver Glasner 12/1
- Carlos Corberan 12/1
- Xavi 14/1
- Scott Parker 20/1
Tell me Mor
Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has emerged as a summer transfer target for Arsenal.
According to , the Gunners would have to offer a “significant fee” to prize Rogers away from Villa Park.
The playmaker only joined Villa in 2023 for £15million from Middlesbrough and extended his contract until 2030 last November.
But missing out on the Champions League could see players moved away this summer as the Villans are at serious risk from PSR rules, according to research undertaken by .
The club have lost £206.2m in the past two seasons, the highest deficit in the Premier League in that time.
Research from the outlet suggests project Villa can only lose £15m in 2024-25 and remain in line with Prem rules.
As a result, they may be forced to listen to offers for a number of stars this summer.
Viktor Gyokeres boost
Manchester United are ready to win the race for Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres.
United recently revealed total operating expenses have dropped by £41.6million to £162.1m in the latest quarterly club accounts after Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s brutal cost cutting.
That is despite the cash spent on the Glazers’ debt spiralling to a staggering £1.2billion.
Man Utd’s gradual U-turn in club finances means they are ready to pip Arsenal to land Gyokeres.
The striker has an £85m release clause but it is understood that the Portuguese giants would accept a fee closer to £60m this summer.
United boss Ruben Amorim is now ready to raid his former club after the boost in their accounts.
More Tottenham departures
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has lost his right-hand woman in executive director Donna Cullen, who has left after 20 years of service.
Elsewhere, Ryan Mason has also left the club to further his managerial career by taking up the vacant position at Championship side West Brom.
They are set to be the first two of many departures this summer after Ange Postecoglou's dismissal as manager.
The shake-up also includes the appointment of Vinai Venkatesham as CEO, who previously served bitter rivals Arsenal in the same role.
Sources add these moves could be the prelude to majority owners Enic pumping fresh funds into the club.
Liverpool bid for Wirtz
Liverpool have raised their bid for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.
According to Sky Sports, the Reds have offered a staggering £113million to Leverkusen for Wirtz.
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano reports a deal for the playmaker could be completed in the next few days.
Negotiations between the two clubs are at the final stages with final details being sorted.
Then the Germany international will travel for his medical at Anfield.
Bryan Mbeumo price
Brentford have named their price for Bryan Mbeumo ahead of the summer transfer window.
Manchester United are rigorously trying to sign Mbeumo after landing Matheus Cunha from Wolves.
But United will not be able to sign the winger on the cheap.
According to The Independent, the Bees want more than £60million for the Cameroon international.
Latest on Rodrygo
Real Madrid star Rodrygo continues to pose as one of Arsenal’s top targets.
The Gunners are aiming to bolster their attack, with the disgruntled forward fitting the bill.
According to Sky Sports, a deal could move forward following the international break.
The Brazil international is facing immense competition at Real with Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham ahead of him.
Frank favourite for Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham with Brentford boss Thomas Frank the frontrunner to take over.
Spurs are expected to make a decision on Postecoglou's successor next week but there is yet to be any contact with the Bees.
Frank poses as the favourite but there are other candidates, such as Fulham's Marco Silva and Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner.
Firing Postecoglou and hiring the Danish tactician could prove a costly business, with the former’s compensation in the millions and the latter’s release clause believed to be around £10million.
The Aussie head coach also walks away with £2m in bonus for landing the Europa League - the club’s first trophy since the League Cup in 2008.
Sesko keen on Arsenal
RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko is keen on a move to Arsenal this summer.
That is according to transfer insider Florian Plettenberg, who reports negotiations between the Gunners and Sesko are advancing positively.Plettenberg adds there has been "clear progress" regarding personal terms, but no full verbal agreement has been reached yet.
The North Londoners have also not submitted an official offer to Leipzig.
Nevertheless, the striker is keen on a move to the Emirates this summer.Inter-ested
Inter Milan are amongst the clubs looking at signing Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United this summer.
Hojlund has struggled to find form since his arrival at Old Trafford and looks set for the exit doors in the coming month.
Fabrizio Romano has reiterated that Champions League finalists Inter remain keen on the 22-year-old, despite the exit of boss Simone Inzaghi this week.
Hojlund managed four goals in 32 Premier League appearances this season.
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Tottenham praised Ange Postecoglou’s contribution but also revealed that a “unanimous” decision was taken within the board to move on.
Spurs insist they have to compete on all fronts after their worst ever Premier League season.
And news regarding Postecoglou’s successor will soon be shared in due course.
Here’s Tottenham’s full statement after Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal:
Ange Postecoglou dismissal statement
Tottenham released a lengthy statement explaining their decision to dismiss manager Ange Postecoglou:
FOLLOWING a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties.
Ange joined us from Celtic in the summer of 2023 and oversaw a period of change on the pitch, returning us to the attacking brand of football that has traditionally been associated with the Club, while writing a new chapter in our history by leading us to UEFA Europa League glory in Bilbao last month - an achievement that will live with us all forever.
We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the Club. Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.
However, the Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the Club for a change to take place. Following a positive start in the 2023/24 Premier League (PL) season, we recorded 78 points from the last 66 PL games. This culminated in our worst-ever PL finish last season. At times there were extenuating circumstances - injuries and then a decision to prioritise our European campaign. Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the Club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph.
It is crucial that we are able to compete on multiple fronts and believe a change of approach will give us the strongest chance for the coming season and beyond. This has been one of the toughest decisions we have had to make and is not a decision that we have taken lightly, nor one we have rushed to conclude. We have made what we believe is the right decision to give us the best chance of success going forward, not the easy decision.
We have a talented, young squad and Ange has given us a great platform to build upon. We should like to express our gratitude to him. We wish him well for the future - he will always be welcome back at our home.
News on the appointment of a new Head Coach will be announced in due course.
