The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Arsenal enter the race for Chelsea target
The Gunners have thrown their hat in the ring for the transfer of Wolfsburg right-back Ridle Baku.
The 25-year-old German has had an impressive campaign in 2022/23. His form has caught the eye of clubs across Europe, including Chelsea and Villarreal. Arsenal are among those with serious interest. [Bild – in German]
Phillips to swap Man City for Villa?
Aston Villa have got an eye on Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips.
The 27-year-old England international is somebody Unai Emery admires. The Villa manager feels Phillips is the type of midfielder he needs. City may be open to a deal if the transfer fee is around £45 million. [Football Insider]
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Ryan Gravenberch
❗️X News #Gravenberch: @Arsenal is monitoring him and his situation at Bayern! But no negotiations yet. Lot of competition with Ødegaard, Xhaka, Partey, Jorginho … but nevertheless: He could get more playing time there. Now all depends on Tuchel. @SkySportDE 🇳🇱 pic.twitter.com/9s73Fm7NFm
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) April 10, 2023
Reus is set for a pay cut at Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund captain Marco Reus is likely to stay at Signal Iduna Park.
Despite the prospect of a free transfer this summer, Reus wants to stay at his hometown club. The 33-year-old will sign a contract until 2024. His new deal will see his pay drop from €12 million a year to €7 million after bonuses. [Bild – in German]
Bayern Munich are all in for Kolo Muani
Eintracht Frankfurt striker Randal Kolo Muani is a top transfer target for Bayern Munich.
The Bavarians seek more firepower and feel Kolo Muani fits the bill. The 24-year-old Frenchman has impressed with 12 goals and 12 assists in 26 Bundesliga games this season. However, with his contract valid until 2027, Eintracht will only listen to offers of around €100 million. [Sky Sport – in German]
Dean Smith becomes Leicester City’s interim manager
Welcome to the Club, Dean 🦊 pic.twitter.com/OmfNeQ2Q3B
— Leicester City (@LCFC) April 10, 2023
Balde is close to a new Barcelona deal
Barcelona are reportedly in the final stages of securing talented young winger, Alex Balde, for the long haul.
Despite transfer interest from other clubs, it seems Balde and Barcelona are committed to one another. The 19-year-old’s new contract will last until 2027. It includes an astronomical release clause of €1 billion. [Sport – in Spanish]