Ronaldinho's 13-year-old son joins Cruzeiro
The 13-year-old son of former Barcelona and Brazil star Ronaldinho has joined Cruzeiro, AS claims.
Joao Mendes and his mother reached an agreement with the Brazilian side after the young striker rejected an approach from Paris Saint-Germain.
Ronaldinho’s 13 year old son, João Mendes will start playing for Cruzeiro’s youth academy. pic.twitter.com/Cu9vyJKtRP
— Brazil Football ?? (@BrazilEdition) August 16, 2018
Man Utd to raid RB Leipzig for sporting director Paul Mitchell
Manchester United are considering approaching Paul Mitchell of RB Leipzig to become their director of football, Sky Sports says.
The Red Devils are planning on installing a new position to take over control of transfers and see Mitchell, who is credited with bringing Dele Alli and Toby Alderweireld to Tottenham, as an ideal candidate.
Dan Ashworth, currently at the Football Association, is another name on United's shortlist for the role.
Klavan set for £2m Cagliari switch
Liverpool have agreed to sell defender Ragnar Klavan to Cagliari in a £2 million ($2.5m) deal.
The Estonia international will travel to Italy on Friday to complete a medical and finalise personal terms as he ends his two-year stay at Anfield.
Goal revealed earlier this week that the Reds would consider offers for the 32-year-old, and Cagliari have seen off interest from Germany to land the experienced centre-back.
Marchisio leaves Juventus
Claudio Marchisio has left Juventus after they agreed to a mutual termination of his contract. The midfielder has been linked with a move to Monaco.
Serie x7 ✅
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) August 17, 2018
Coppa Italia x4 ✅
389 games ✅
Claudio Marchisio has left Juventus after 25 years at the club: https://t.co/c2gsdiXgz9 pic.twitter.com/TvvLcTdXI9
Torino complete Djidji loan
Nantes defender Koffi Djidji has joined Torino on loan with a view to a permanent move to the Serie A club.
Real Madrid fume at Inter over Modric talks
Real Madrid have been left enraged by Inter for contacting Luka Modric without permission, Cadena SER says.
The Italian side's interest has been growing in recent weeks amid reports the Croatia international could be set to follow Cristiano Ronaldo to Italy.
However, Madrid president Florentino Perez has denounced the Serie A side for attempting to lure the star midfielder behind their back.
Roma's €40m Bailey bid blocked by Bayer
Roma have had a €40 million (£36m/$45m) for Leon Bailey rejected by Bayer Leverkusen, according to Mediaset Premium.
The Serie A side are determined to bring the Jamaica international to Italy this summer, but their offer falls short of Bayer Leverkusen's €50m (£45m/$57m) asking price.
AC Milan reach Milinkovic-Savic agreement with Lazio
AC Milan will sign Sergej Milinkovic-Savic on loan from Lazio in a €40 million (£36m/$45m) deal that includes an option to buy the midfielder, Il Sole 24 reports.
The Rossoneri are expected to beat the likes of Manchester United to the signing of the Serbian midfielder, who is booked in for a medical at San Siro on Friday.
Milan have reached an agreement with Lazio to sign Milinkovic-Savic on loan for €40M with option to buy, according to @sole24ore pic.twitter.com/jkxJJNR0WD
— Milan Eye (@MilanEye) August 16, 2018
Milan are also said to be chasing Adrien Rabiot from Paris Saint-Germain, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport but will have to compete with Barcelona.
Altidore draws Serie A, Ligue 1 attention
Toronto FC striker Jozy Altidore has drawn interest from clubs in Serie A and Ligue 1, according to ESPN FC.
Altidore, 28, has scored 56 goals in 107 appearances in all competitions since arriving in MLS in 2015.
The U.S. international spent time with several European sides prior to his move to Toronto, including Sunderland and AZ.
Willian to sign new two-year deal
Chelsea star Willian will be given a new two-year contract with a pay rise, according to The Sun.
The 30-year-old Brazilian was subject of interest from Manchester United and Barcelona this summer, but is ready to extend his stay with the Stamford Bridge side.
Willian's current deal pays him £120,000 per week and expires in 2020.
Pjanic to sign new Juve deal
The midfielder was rumoured to be on the move to Man City or Barca
Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanic is set to sign a new contract with the Serie A champions, reports Gianluca Di Marzio.
The Bosnian was targeted by Barcelona, Manchester City and Chelsea this summer, but will commit his long-term future to Juventus.
Pjanic, 28, joined Juve from Roma in 2016.
PSG end interest in Boateng
Paris Saint-Germain are no longer interested in signing Bayern Munich defender Jerome Boateng, claims ESPN FC.
The Ligue 1 champions confirmed the arrival of Thilo Kehrer from Schalke on Thursday, which has satisfied their search for defensive reinforcements.
PSG are currently unable to pay the transfer fee for Jerome Boateng because of FFP, Sky Germany reports. #FCBayern #PSG
— Ronan Murphy (@swearimnotpaul) August 9, 2018
Boateng, 29, appears set to stay at Bayern with his other reported suitor, Manchester United, no longer able to sign players before January.
Arsenal confident Ramsey will sign new deal
Arsenal are confident that midfielder Aaron Ramsey will sign a new deal with the club, according to the Mirror.
The 27-year-old is in the final year of his contract, and has generated interest from Chelsea, Manchester United, Barcelona and Lazio among other clubs.
But Arsenal still feel they will be able to hold on to Ramsey, who joined the Gunners in 2008.
Man Utd will refuse to sell Pogba
The midfielder's relationship with Jose Mourinho is becoming increasingly strained
Manchester United will hold firm and refuse to allow disgruntled star Paul Pogba to leave Old Trafford, according to The Sun.
Jose Mourinho has reportedly told Paul Pogba he should ask for a transfer if he wants to leave Man Utd.
— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) August 16, 2018
Here's what the papers say
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Despite an increasingly difficult relationship with manager Jose Mourinho and interest from Barcelona, United are insisting Pogba won't be sold.
The 25-year-old reportedly has his heart set on a move to Camp Nou, but it appears he may have to shelve his plans to depart for now.
Draxler could leave PSG
Julian Draxler could leave Paris Saint-Germain by the end of August, according to Le10Sport.
PSG manager Thomas Tuchel is considering using new arrival Thilo Kehrer in midfield, which would further diminish Draxler's chances for minutes.
F.C Shalke reportedly made contact with Julian Draxler for a possible return, sources say. Should the German winger consider the #Bundesliga as a transfer destination? pic.twitter.com/V6ZcK5Bbz0
— DW Sports (@dw_sports) August 11, 2018
RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund and Schalke are all interested in the 24-year-old, though no formal offer has been made yet.
Schalke to land Morocco left-back
Lille left-back Hamza Mendyl is close to joining Schalke, according to L'Equipe.
The 20-year-old Morocco international came on for the Ligue 1 side at the end of last season, starting six of the club's final seven league games.
Arsenal were also linked with a move for Mendyl.
Juventus to sign Danish starlet
Juventus are nearing the signing of 18-year-old striker Nikolai Baden Frederiksen from Nordsjaelland, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.
Frederiksen will cost Juve €2 million and will join up with Juve's youth team with an eye toward a future with the senior side.
Martina set for Stoke loan
Everton defender Cuco Martina will join Stoke on a season-long loan, reports Sky Sports News.
The 28-year-old made 28 appearances last season, but has been deemed surplus to requirements after the arrival of Lucas Digne from Barcelona.
West Ham no longer want Toure
West Ham rule out Toure offer as Pellegrini plans Oxford stay. #WHUFC #PL
— Goal (@goal) August 16, 2018
More here: https://t.co/MTbIV8fZUj
West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini has ruled out a move for Ivory Coast midfielder Yaya Toure, 35, who is a free agent after leaving Manchester City. (Sun)
*Sources: Goal.com, BBC,
