The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Juventus name their price for ‘dream’ Barcelona target
The Bianconeri have set a €100 million price tag on defender Matthijs de Ligt for the upcoming transfer window.
The 22-year-old Dutchman is attracting glances once more from Barcelona. The LaLiga giants tried to sign him in 2019. They rate him highly as a ‘dream’ signing. But Juventus’ financial demands make any deal unlikely. [Fichajes – in Spanish]
Manchester United reach ‘verbal agreement’ with Ten Hag
The Red Devils have reached a ‘verbal agreement in principle’ for a four-year deal with Ajax boss Erik ten Hag to become their next manager.
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Luka Modric relaxed over Real Madrid future
Luka Modrić on his contract expiring in two months: “I go year by year as always. Now the important thing is we are in the semifinals”. ⚪️⭐️ #RealMadrid
“I give my best on the pitch to give back all the affection Madridistas show me”, he added. pic.twitter.com/cxMvpGECYg
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 12, 2022
Barcelona target a move for Arsenal defender
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes is another player on Barcelona’s transfer shortlist.
Barca boss Xavi Hernandez has urged the club to make a move for Gabriel. He views the 24-year-old Brazilian as an ideal replacement for Clement Lenglet and Samuel Umtiti, who may leave this summer. [Diario Sport – in Spanish]
Napoli make Osimhen decision amid Arsenal & Man Utd interest
Despite transfer interest from Arsenal and Manchester United, Napoli want to keep Victor Osimhen.
The 23-year-old striker has managed 16 goals and five assists in 26 appearances across all competitions this season. [Teamtalk]
Bayern Munich expect Robert Lewandowski to stay
Bayern director Kahn tells Prime Amazon: “We have a contract with Robert. We've always said that we'd start talks. We started doing that a long time ago”. 🔴 #Bayern
“He will stay with us. Robert knows what he has in Bayern. We know what we have in him”, quotes via @kerry_hau. pic.twitter.com/7EhTvJSNSd
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 12, 2022
Fernandinho to leave Manchester City
Manchester City captain Fernandinho has confirmed he will leave the club at the end of the season.
The 36-year-old midfielder signed a new contract last summer for this season. However, after nine years of service, he plans to return to his native Brazil once the deal expires in June.
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Barcelona consider a move for Sosa
VfB Stuttgart left-back Borna Sosa is next up on Barcelona’s transfer radar.
The Catalan giants want competition for places behind Jordi Alba. They feel Sosa could fit the bill. The 24-year-old Croatian’s Stuttgart contract, which ends in 2025, has a €25 million release clause. This clause becomes active if the club suffer relegation from the Bundesliga. [Diario Sport]