The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Chelsea identify three Jules Kounde alternatives
The Blues have listed three alternatives for Jules Kounde should the Sevilla defender complete a transfer to Barcelona.
These are Inter Milan’s Milan Skriniar, RB Leipzig’s Josep Gvardiol, and Paris Saint-Germain’s Presnel Kimpembe.
Neither of these players, though, are ideal options. Skriniar is a target for PSG this summer. Leipzig don’t want to sell Gvardiol, while Kimpembe is reluctant to leave PSG. [Evening Standard]
Ronaldo returns to Man Utd
Cristiano Ronaldo will meet Manchester United to discuss his future imminently.
It was reported on Monday evening that Ronaldo had flown back to England. The 37-year-old had previously told United that he would like to leave if the club receive a suitable offer. He will now hold talks with manager Erik ten Hag in the coming days, although it’s uncertain if he will train with the team on Tuesday. [The Athletic]
Timo Werner could leave Chelsea
Timo Werner could really leave Chelsea this summer. He's one of the names in Juventus list alongside Allegri's priority Morata – was already discussed during negotiations for de Ligt. 🔵 #CFC @SkySport
Chelsea also tried to include Werner loan in talks with Leipzig for Mukiele. pic.twitter.com/MTJr0aYnIy
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2022
Osimhen won’t leave Napoli
Victor Osimhen has praised Napoli manager Luciano Spalletti as his ‘ideal coach’ and insisted reports linking him with a summer transfer are just rumors.
Read the full story here on Ace Football
Chelsea block Alonso & Azpilicueta deals for Barcelona
The Blues have blocked Barcelona’s attempts to sign full-backs Marcos Alonso and Cesar Azpilicueta.
The Spanish defenders are both high up on Barcelona’s transfer list this summer. However, considering the Catalan club hijacked Chelsea’s attempt to sign Sevilla’s Jules Kounde, the Premier League side have hit back by blocking any Camp Nou move for Alonso or Azpilicueta. [Diario Sport – in Spanish]
Nordi Mukiele will join PSG
Final details have been resolved right now. Nordi Mukiele will 100% join Paris Saint-Germain, traveling soon to undergo medical tests between tonight/tomorrow. Here we go confirmed. 🚨🇫🇷 #PSG
Chelsea explored the situation on Sunday, but Mukiele & agent already agreed with PSG. pic.twitter.com/cFAVVK5jpZ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2022
De Tomas-Bayern links denied
Rumors linking Espanyol forward Raul de Tomas to Bayern Munich as a Robert Lewandowski replacement are false.
De Tomas impressed in LaLiga last season, scoring 17 in 34 appearances for Espanyol. But it appears Bayern favor Mathys Tel over the 27-year-old Spaniard. The 17-year-old Rennes striker completed a medical at the Allianz Arena on Monday ahead of his transfer. [Christian Falk – Bild]