The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
£100m Chelsea target favors Arsenal switch
West Ham United captain Declan Rice would prefer a summer transfer to Arsenal.
The 24-year-old midfielder is expected to leave West Ham. The Hammers want a fee of around £100 million. Newcastle United and former club Chelsea are interested, but it’s Arsenal who lead the race for Rice’s signature. [talkSPORT]
Newcastle line-up deals for four ‘elite’ players
The Magpies want to sign four ‘elite’ players in the summer transfer window.
West Ham captain Declan Rice, Leicester City midfielder James Maddison, and Brentford striker Ivan Toney are all under consideration at St. James’ Park. [Telegraph – subscription required]
Ousmane Dembele & Barcelona to begin contract talks ‘soon’
Ousmane Dembélé, one of few players Barcelona consider ‘untouchable’ this summer. 🔵🔴 #FCB
Recent stats are showing his importance for Xavi’s team and for Lewandowski’s goal rate: Lewy scores an average of 0’96 goals per game with him on the pitch and 0’38 whithout him.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 17, 2023
Nelson has an Arsenal contract offer on the table
Arsenal have tabled a contract offer to winger Reiss Nelson, but the two parties are yet to agree on the terms.
Despite his bit-part role this season, Nelson would prefer to stay at the Emirates. Arsenal have offered him a pay rise of around £35,000 per week. The 23-year-old has interest from Aston Villa, Fulham, West Ham, Brighton, and AC Milan. [Mail]
Chelsea eye a deal for Man City’s Alvarez
Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez has caught the eye of Chelsea’s management.
The 23-year-old Argentina international is reportedly unhappy with his game time this season. He has scored seven goals in 23 Premier League appearances, but has only made Pep Guardiola’s starting line-up seven times. Real Madrid may also attempt to sign him. [Fichajes – in Spanish]
Alexis Mac Allister expects a summer transfer from Brighton
Understand Alexis Mac Allister and his camp consider summer move as 100% guaranteed. The expectation is for an early transfer. 🔵🇦🇷
Alexis will give his best for Brighton until June.
🔴 Liverpool and Man United will discuss with player side soon.
🎥 https://t.co/DeD2iA0zMB pic.twitter.com/7yYHsssFJ0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 17, 2023
Chiesa to replace Sane at Bayern Munich?
Juventus winger Federico Chiesa has emerged as a potential transfer target for Bayern Munich.
The Bavarians are open to selling Leroy Sane in the off-season. The 27-year-old winger allegedly feels out of place in Thomas Tuchel’s squad. However, with Bayern reluctant to spend over €40 million for Chiesa, nothing is for certain. [CalcioMercatoWeb – in Italian]