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Friday’s transfer rumors – Barcelona close to two new signings

Friday's transfer rumors - Barcelona close to two new signings
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The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.

Barcelona prepare for two new signings

The Blaugrana are close to completing free transfers for Sergio Aguero and Memphis Depay.

Aguero hopes to put pen-to-paper on a two-year contract with Barcelona after Manchester City’s Champions League final against Chelsea on May 29. The Argentine will have his salary lowered by as much as €10 million.

Lyon star Depay, meanwhile, has a contract offer on the table himself until 2023 or 2024. [Fabrizio Romano]

Man City ready to outbid Premier League rivals for Kane

The Harry Kane transfer saga is heating up.

The Tottenham striker is considering his future and isn’t short of interest either. Manchester United and Chelsea are known suitors, but Manchester City are ready to outbid both clubs.

Kane, who is set for talks with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy, insists it will be himself, and not the club, that decides his future. [Star]

Arsenal step up Buendia interest

Zinedine Zidane’s potential exit this summer could breathe fresh life into Martin Odegaard’s Real Madrid career.

The Norwegian has enjoyed an impressive loan spell at Arsenal. But while happy in London, he intends to discover Real Madrid’s plans for him before deciding on anything permanent.

Therefore, Arsenal have stepped up their efforts to sign Norwich City star Emiliano Buendia as a replacement. [Mail]

Kane exit could extend Bale’s loan spell with Tottenham

If Harry Kane leaves Tottenham, Gareth Bale could extend his loan stay with the club for another season.

The 31-year-old has shown glimpses of his old self in recent weeks. He was expected to return to Real Madrid once his loan deal ends in June, but could now stay on in London.

Re-signing Bale on another loan deal would prove a more affordable deal for Spurs, while Real Madrid could lower their salary bill. [AS]

Douglas Costa to return to Brazil

The 30-year-old has struggled to make an impact on loan at Bayern Munich this season.

Costa, therefore, will return to Brazilian club Gremio on another loan deal. A deal is complete. The only things left now are a medical and an official announcement.

Costa will become a free agent next year once his contract with parent club Juventus expires. [Fabrizio Romano]

Abraham reaches the point of no return at Chelsea

Tammy Abraham has reportedly reached the point of no return at Chelsea.

The striker has fallen out of favor under Blues coach Thomas Tuchel and is now set to leave.

Premier League clubs Leicester City and West Ham United are the favorites to sign Abraham in the summer. [Mail]

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