The latest transfer rumors from around the footballing world, including Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1, and much more.
Arsenal to rival PSG in the race for ‘New Kaka’
The Gunners are ready to challenge Paris Saint-Germain in the transfer race for Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta.
The 24-year-old Brazilian, dubbed as the ‘New Kaka’ in the past, has enjoyed an excellent season. He has played 30 times in all competitions, supplying eight goals and five assists. He is under contract in France until June 2025. [Calciomercato – in Italian]
Ronaldo eyes Messi team-up at PSG
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly has his eyes on a summer move to Paris Saint-Germain.
The 37-year-old Portuguese would leave Manchester United if the club fail to qualify for next season’s Champions League in favor of linking up with Lionel Messi and Neymar in Ligue 1.
Ronaldo has ruled out a return to Juventus, while a reunion with Sporting CP is ‘highly unlikely’. [Football Transfers]
Marcus Rashford considering Manchester United future
Marcus Rashford is considering his future. He's concerned about his lack of game time, source close to Man Utd forward tell me – he's always been professional but he wants clarity. 🔴🏴 #MUFC
His current Manchester United deal runs out in June 2023. pic.twitter.com/nYOvGld4W0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 7, 2022
The two clear frontrunners for Haaland named
Manchester City and Real Madrid are the two clear frontrunners to sign Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland.
The 21-year-old Norwegian is expected to decide his future in the ‘next few weeks’. Barcelona and Bayern Munich are also interested in signing him in the summer transfer window. [Athletic – subscription required]
New York Jets owner preparing bid to buy Chelsea
New York Jets owner Robert Wood Johnson is preparing a bid to buy Chelsea.
Johnson is said to be ‘very knowledgeable’ of both the club and Premier League, having lived in London during his time as the United States ambassador to the UK. [ESPN]
Barcelona would ‘love’ to keep Adama Traore
Barça president Laporta: “We’d love Adama Traoré to stay here [buy option clause from Wolves], it’s possible – but we’re in difficult financial situation. We’ll see at the end of the season”. 🔴🇪🇸 #FCB
“It’s easy to see Dani Alves staying at Barça. We’re really happy with him”. pic.twitter.com/TMqeEPOAl7
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) March 7, 2022
Mata to leave Manchester United
Juan Mata will leave Manchester United at the end of his contract this summer.
The 33-year-old midfielder, who has not played at all in the Premier League this term, will be available as a free agent in the upcoming transfer window. His availability has stirred interest from clubs in La Liga. [Athletic – subscription required]