Cavani emerges as Real Madrid target
Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani has emerged as a target for Real Madrid, according to AS.
The Champions League holders are looking to find a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo following his departure for Juventus.
Buenos días! Cavani takes today’s front cover with the PSG player receptive to an offer from Real Madridhttps://t.co/jaJNE7W0Ur pic.twitter.com/dSWW3AmAN7
— AS English (@English_AS) July 26, 2018
And Cavani is seen as a cheaper alternative to PSG team-mates Neymar and Kylian Mbappe as Madrid look to make a splash in the transfer market.
Newcastle close in on Muto
Newcastle are closing in on a move for Mainz forward Yoshinori Muto, according to Kyodo News.
The Japan international has held talks with the Magpies and is set to fly to England to finalise his move to the Premier League.
Morata agrees to Milan move
Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata has told AC Milan that he would be keen to join them this summer, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.
The Spain international has spoken to the Rossoneri's new general manager, Leonardo, about a move to San Siro, though Chelsea are likely to want in excess of €65 million (£57.8m/$76m).
Leonardo has made the first contact with Morata's entourage who are open to a move to Milan. Chelsea are asking for €65-70m for Morata, a very high number for Milan. [@DiMarzio] pic.twitter.com/aDzKwiXOuK
— TheMilanBible (@TheMilanBible) July 25, 2018
That is likely to provide a stumbling block for Milan, who are also eyeing Gonzalo Higuain and Radamel Falcao as alternatives.
Chelsea eye Milinkovic-Savic move
Chelsea are keeping an eye on Lazio's Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and are prepared to bid on the midfielder should any offers be made for the player, reports the Independent.
Chelsea ready to beat rivals to Sergej Milinkovic-Savic
— Indy Football (@IndyFootball) July 25, 2018
By @MiguelDelaneyhttps://t.co/U9hrf9CiXa #cfc pic.twitter.com/m3iOZ9k0Gz
Milinkovic-Savic drew the attention of the likes of Manchester United and Real Madrid this summer after a fine season and World Cup, but his high price tag put off suitors, including Chelsea.
However, should an offer come in, the Blues will enter the fray as it is believed by those close to the midfielder than he prefers a move to Stamford Bridge.
Allegri confirms Favilli loan
Massimiliano Allegri has confirmed that Andrea Favilli will be sent out on loan to Genoa this season.
The Italian striker took advantage of the absences of every member of Juventus strike force - including newly-acquired superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, World Cup star Mario Mandzukic and Argentina duo Paulo Dybala and Gonzalo Higuain - by scoring a pair of first-half goals to help Juve earn a 2-0 victory over Bayern at Lincoln Financial Field on Wednesday, with his manager confirming after the match the the young forward would be loaned out.
Gnagnon joins Sevilla from Rennes
Sevilla have completed the signing of France Under-21 international defender Joris Gnagnon from Rennes.
Gnagnon has signed a five-year contract with the La Liga side for a fee reportedly worth €15 million.
Immobile happy at Lazio
Ciro Immobile has no intention of leaving Lazio despite growing interest in Serie A's Capocannoniere from the Premier League.
Immobile to Spurs? Sure doesn't sound like the forward is interested in those rumours...https://t.co/kold3RbdyY
— Goal (@goal) July 26, 2018
"I signed a new contract in November, it's a source of pride for me to re-do the contract after 10 months," he said.
Rugani's agent confirms Chelsea interest
Daniele Rugani's agent Davide Torchia confirmed Chelsea are interested in signing the Juventus centre-back .
Rugani has been heavily linked with Chelsea after former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri replaced Antonio Conte at the Premier League giants.
Ayew agrees Fenerbahce loan
Andre Ayew has joined Fenerbahce on a season-long loan from Swansea City, with the Super Lig side holding the option to make the deal permanent.
Ayew re-joined Swansea in January after two seasons at West Ham but was unable to stop their relegation to the Championship – the 28-year-old failing to score on his Liberty Stadium return.
Martial nears Man Utd exit after tour departure
The forward could be on his way out after not finishing his pre-season duties.
Anthony Martial is unlikely to return the United States to rejoin his Manchester United team-mates after leaving to attend the birth of his child, reports the Telegraph.
Martial left Los Angeles for Paris to attend the birth, but the move may or may not have been sanctioned by manager Jose Mourinho, who was not happy over the late notice.
Anthony Martial has left Man Utd's pre-season tour to attend the birth of his second child.
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 25, 2018
Full story: https://t.co/jwIC40lLtx pic.twitter.com/SmDGpRVul4
Leaving the club, even if his reason appears justified, may have been taken as a signal of intent that he intends to force his way out of the club.
Fulham, Newcastle remain apart for Mitrovic
Talks continue between Premier League sides Fulham and Newcastle over forward Aleksandar Mitrovic, with the sides £2 million apart, reports Sky Sports.
Premier League newcomers Fulham want to bring Mitrovic back to the club and are hoping to land the Serbia international for £16m ($21m), but Newcastle are demanding £18m.
Mourinho wants £60m Maguire
The Red Devils manager demands at least one high-profile addition this summer
Jose Mourinho has demanded Manchester United sign either Harry Maguire or Toby Alderweireld, even if it requires a record-fee to do so, according to the Sun.
United Chairman Ed Woodward is working on deals for the pair, but Leicester will demand £60 million ($79m) for Maguire, which would be a record for an English defender, as he still has four years remaining on his contract.
Harry Maguire ➡️ Man Utd?
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) July 26, 2018
The club have reportedly told Leicester City they want to sign the England defender.
?️?https://t.co/CrIkx3dhBK pic.twitter.com/ecJUgxtDs6
Alderweireld, meanwhile, has been embroiled in a pay dispute with Tottenham and would only cost the Red Devils £50m.
Rojo's Man Utd future in doubt
Defender Marcos Rojo's future with Manchester United is in doubt as the team looks to bring in futher reinforcements in defence, reports the Manchester Evening News.
The Red Devils already have six central defenders, with the club reportedly looking at adding Leicester City's Harry Maguire and Tottenham's Toby Alderweireld, with Rojo's camp belived to be concerned over his place should there be an addition.
The defender is entering the last year of his contract at Old Trafford but is uncertain whether he will link up with the team in the United States as he recovers from something manager Jose Mourinho has called a "physical problem."
United target Rebic
United have made contact in the hope of signing Eintracht Frankfurt's 24-year-old Croatia winger Ante Rebic. (Mail)
Manchester United are contemplating a £92m swoop for Croatia World Cup stars Ivan Perisic and Ante Rebic. (Source: Daily Mail) pic.twitter.com/rtxH342jQM
— Man UTD Transfer News (@ManchesterisRED) July 18, 2018
Liverpool set to sign Vida
Liverpool have agreed a two-year deal with Croatia defender Domagoj Vida, 29, but must meet Besiktas' £22m asking price. (A Spor - in Turkish)
Real agreed to sign Courtois
Real Madrid have agreed terms with Chelsea's 26-year-old Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois. (Mail)
Everton target Mina, Digne
Everton director of football Marcel Brands has travelled to Barcelona to continue negotiations for Colombia centre-back Yerry Mina, 23, and France full-back Lucas Digne, 25. (Mail)
He's only been at Barcelona since January, but Yerry Mina looks as though he will be on the move this summer.
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) July 25, 2018
Wolves have joined Everton in the race to sign the defender: https://t.co/K25YGvKaZQ pic.twitter.com/i63bRmCFgp
Premier League newcomers Wolves have also made an enquiry to sign Mina from Barcelona. (Sky Sports)
Wolves want Adama Traore
Wolves have made an £18m bid to sign Spanish winger Adama Traore, 22, from Championship side Middlesbrough. (Sun)
Palace eye Kouyate
Crystal Palace are in talks to sign West Ham's Senegal midfielder Cheikhou Kouyate, 28, for £10m. (Sky Sports)
Meanwhile, Palace's 25-year-old Ivorian winger Wilfried Zaha, is seeking to leave the club. (Standard)
Atletico sign Castro, loan him to Wolve
Spanish defender Jonny Castro Otto has signed for Atletico Madrid from Celta Vigo and been immediately loaned out to promoted Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers, the La Liga runners up said on Wednesday, reports Reuters.
"Atletico Madrid and Celta Vigo have reached an agreement over the transfer of Jonny Castro to our club. The defender, 24, has signed for our club until 2024 although he has been loaned to Wolverhampton in the Premier League," said a statement from Atletico.
Brighton complete Jahanbakhsh signing for a club record fee
Brighton and Hove Albion have signed winger Alireza Jahanbakhsh from Dutch side AZ Alkmaar for a club record fee on Wednesday, reports Reuters.
The 24-year-old Iran international signed a five-year contract and becomes the eighth new arrival of the close season at the Amex Stadium.
✍️ BREAKING…
— Brighton & Hove Albion ⚽️ (@OfficialBHAFC) July 25, 2018
Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Alireza Jahanbakhsh on a five-year deal for a club record fee.#AlirezaAnnounced ??#BHAFC ?⚪️
Read ➡️ https://t.co/INlZNJinDT pic.twitter.com/gt1XPgUnLR
Financial terms were not disclosed but British media reported Brighton agreed on a deal worth 17 million pounds ($22.36 million) for Jahanbakhsh, eclipsing the 14 million pounds paid for forward Jurgen Locadia to PSV Eindhoven in January.
Vancouver star Davies joins Bayern in record deal
Vancouver Whitecaps starlet Alphonso Davies has joined Bayern Munich in a record-breaking $13 million deal, the highest transfer fee ever paid for a Major League Soccer player, it was confirmed on Wednesday, reports AFP.
#FCBayern are delighted to announce the signing of @AlphonsoDavies! ??
— FC Bayern English (@FCBayernEN) July 25, 2018
He’s joined the club on a contract running until 2023 ?⚪️ #MiaSanMia pic.twitter.com/yKSowVLsz7
Davies, who turns 18 in November, has signed a contract which runs from January 2019 until June 2023, the two clubs confirmed.
The Whitecaps said the deal could be worth up to $22 million if certain targets are met. US media reports said Bayern had paid a $13 million transfer fee for the winger.
