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Thursday’s transfer rumors – Man City make new Haaland plan after release clause change

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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.

Man City make new Haaland plan after release clause change

Manchester City have removed the £150 million transfer release clause in Erling Haaland’s contract.

The clause would’ve become active in 2024. It was specifically linked to Pep Guardiola’s future. However, once the manager signed a contract until 2025 last November, the clause was canceled. Man City now plan to open fresh contract talks with Haaland. [Athletic – subscription required]

Chelsea reject Luis Enrique

Luis Enrique is no longer in the running for the vacant managerial post at Chelsea.

The Blues have decided against appointing the former Spain and Barcelona boss. They will now look at Mauricio Pochettino. The 51-year-old Argentine has been available for almost a year after leaving Paris Saint-Germain in 2022. [Telegraph – subscription required]

Real Betis captain Joaquin will retire this summer

Bayern Munich add a new striker to their shortlist

Atalanta star Rasmus Hojlund has become the latest striker to make Bayern Munich’s shortlist.

The Bundesliga leaders intend to sign a new hitman in the upcoming transfer window. Several names are on their radar. Hojlund is one of them. The 20-year-old Dane has impressed in Serie A this season. He has seven goals and three assists to his name in 26 games. His Atlanta contract runs until 2027. [Bild – in German]

Arsenal scout defender with a €60m release clause

Real Sociedad defender Robin Le Normand has emerged on Arsenal’s transfer radar.

The Gunners have sent scouts to watch Le Normand and La Real teammate Martin Zubimendi. The 26-year-old Frenchman is under contract until 2026. His deal includes a buyout clause of around €50 million. [Caughtoffside]

Olivier Giroud signs a new one-year contract at AC Milan

Man Utd plot to hijack Liverpool deal

Manchester United are ready to rival Liverpool for Wolves midfielder Matheus Nunes.

Nunes is a long-term target for Liverpool, but United are not deterred. The Red Devils aim to strengthen their midfield in the summer transfer market. They are also keen to sign Bayern Munich loanee Marcel Sabitzer permanently. [Football Insider]

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