The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Tottenham plot £70m summer move for Nigerian superstar
After Napoli turned down an initial approach in January, Tottenham plan to revive their transfer interest in striker Victor Osimhen in the summer.
Spurs will make a move for the 23-year-old Nigerian regardless of Harry Kane’s future. They want a new A-list new striker and feel Osimhen, who is valued at £70 million (€83m), fits the bill. [Football Insider]
When will Ronaldo decide his Manchester United future?
Cristiano Ronaldo plans to wait until Manchester United appoint a new permanent manager before deciding his future.
The 36-year-old Portuguese will have one season left on his contract in the summer. Given the uncertainty at Old Trafford, it’s not guaranteed that he will be around in 2022/23 either. [ESPN]
Douglas Costa set for LA Galaxy move
Douglas Costa’s set to join Los Angeles Galaxy. Agreement reached on six month loan – plus two year contract set to be signed, done deal. 🇧🇷🇺🇸🤝 #LAGalaxy
Douglas’ planning to arrive in Los Angeles on Sunday. Flamengo approached him but he’s joining Galaxy – decision made. #MLS pic.twitter.com/Fl1Fp3QmDf
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 3, 2022
Zidane hasn’t agreed to become PSG boss
Zinedine Zidane has not agreed to replace Mauricio Pochettino as the next Paris Saint-Germain manager.
The former Real Madrid boss is taking his time, waiting to discover if Didier Deschamps will leave his role as France coach first. [RMC Sport – in French]
Xavi & Barcelona set for crunch meeting with Dembele
Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez has given Ousmane Dembele a couple of days to clear his head before a crunch meeting.
The 24-year-old Frenchman is out of contract in the summer. He turned down a transfer in January to an unnamed Premier League club. So unless he signs a new deal, he will leave Camp Nou as a free agent.
Barcelona previously announced Dembele wouldn’t play for the club again. However, Xavi doesn’t want him to do nothing for the next four months. Therefore, he will meet the player shortly to decide what comes next. [Diario Sport – in Spanish]
Chelsea plot move for Real Madrid defender
Real Madrid defender Eder Militao has emerged as a potential transfer target for Chelsea.
Blues boss Thomas Tuchel has requested funds from the board for a summer revamp. He made this call as contract talks with defenders Antonio Rudiger, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Andreas Christensen haven’t progressed.
Read the full story here on Ace Football.
Steve Bruce becomes the new West Brom manager
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Steve Bruce as Manager on an 18-month contract.
Welcome, Steve. 💙🤍
— West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) February 3, 2022