The transfer window is almost open with the Club World Cup opening up an emergency, short-term window, though other clubs not involved in the new Fifa tournament are pushing ahead with plans to strengthen this summer.
Manchester United have an awful lot of work to do in the window after a disastrous season, and Matheus Cunha appears to be the first one through the door, with Wolves set to bank more than £60m for the Brazilian forward.
Liverpool are ready to go from strength to strength after winning the Premier League title, with a new striker top of their priorities to push Cody Gakpo. And after links to Alexander Isak, the Swede is now poised to stay at Newcastle United after securing Champions League football next season.
A new name could be Hugo Ekitike, who is also a Chelsea target, with the Eintracht Frankfurt striker one of the hottest properties in European football.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:
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- Follow along for all the latest transfer news and updates
- Matheus Cunha closing in on Manchester United move
- Jeremie Frimpong lands in Liverpool to finalise Anfield switch
- Mohamed Salah reveals Saudi Arabia transfer plan
- Chelsea eye Hugo Ekitike and also hold interest in Liam Delap with Man Utd keen on Ipswich star
Full story: Matheus Cunha set for Manchester United medical after £62.5m release clause met
21:25
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Will Castle
Matheus Cunha will have a medical with Manchester United after they triggered his £62.5m release clause at Wolves.
The Brazilian is set to become the third and biggest buy of Ruben Amorim’s time at Old Trafford as the Portuguese has targeted him to bring firepower to a goal-shy United team.
Wolves agreed a payment structure with United, which is believed to involve paying the transfer fee over two years, and have given Cunha permission to have a medical at Old Trafford.
Richard Jolly brings you the latest:
Amorim on transfer plans: 'We don't need a big squad'
21:00
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Will Castle
Ruben Amorim had this to say on United’s transfer plans for the summer, amid reports that the squad will be culled after their disastrous season and with no European fixtures for the upcoming campaign.
“Without the Champions League, we also don't need a big squad,” he explained in Kuala Lumpur on their post-season tour.
"We can control the squad in a better way. Then we have a plan, that is to bring in some new players, but our big plan is to improve the team we have, to improve the academy. It's a good opportunity to see the young players and sometimes we have surprises like Ayden [Heaven], who every time he has played, has proved that he's a first-team player.”
Cunha granted permission to undergo medical
20:30
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Will Castle
Big news to round off the night!
According to PA, Manchester United have have been granted permission by Wolves to finalise a deal to sign Matheus Cunha.
Wolves were unwilling to negotiate on terms but United have now met the release clause, with the Brazil international set to undergo a medical.
Tottenham offered the chance to sign Sane
20:24
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Will Castle
Tottenham have been offered the chance to sign ex-Manchester City winger Leroy Sane, according to Sky Sports.
The German international is set to become a free agent next month when his contract expires at Bayern Munich.
Spurs are now a far more attractive prospect after qualifying for Champions League football through their Europa League triumph.
Yamal extends contract
20:00
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Will Castle
Lamine Yamal has extended his contract that will keep him at Barcelona until 2031.
Knocking any extravagant rumours of a shock Yamal transfer on the head early, I see.
The future is now. pic.twitter.com/VP2WQmbNHN
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) May 27, 2025
Man United make contact with Wolves over Cunha release clause
19:48
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Will Castle
Manchester United have made contact with Wolves to discuss paying Matheus Cunha’s £62.5m release clause, according to Sky Sports.
The stumbling block could be over installments, with United having so far offered to pay the fee over five years. Wolves are demanding for the terms of the clause to be met, which state that the £62.5m is paid in three parts over two years.
Conte's future at Napoli yet to be confirmed
19:30
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Will Castle
Antonio Conte might have just led Napoli to the Scudetto, but his future at the club remains up in the air.
That’s according to Sky Sports, who say the ex-Spurs and Chelsea boss had three-hour meeting today with club president Aurelio De Laurentiis.
Tah to swap Bayer Leverkusen for Bayern Munich
19:00
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Will Castle
Sky Sports reports that Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah, whose contract expires this summer, is close to joining Bayern Munich.
The teams are in conversation over a potential fee for him to join Bayern in time for the Club World Cup.
Manchester United and Barcelona were reportedly also interested but have missed out to the German giants.
Newcastle enter race to sign Delap
18:30
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Flo Clifford
Newcastle have thrown their hat into the ring to sign Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, a standout for the club despite their slide back into the Championship.
Manchester United are the frontrunners for his signature, while Chelsea are also interested, but Newcastle will hope their return to the Champions League will sway the England under-21 international.
The Magpies are also reportedly interested in Brighton’s Joao Pedro, the i reports.
Mohamed Salah reveals Saudi Arabia transfer plan
18:00
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Jack Rathborn
Mohamed Salah said that he would have gone to the Saudi Pro-League this summer if he had not signed a new deal with Liverpool.
The Egyptian revealed he held “serious” talks with the cash-rich Saudi league. Al-Ittihad had bid £150m for him in 2023 and there was renewed interest from the division in recent months.
Liverpool rejected that but risked losing Salah on a free transfer this year, as his contract entered its final few months and after the forward described himself as “more out than in”.
Jeremie Frimpong arrives in the UK to complete Liverpool move
17:29
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Will Castle
Big news, this!
Jeremie Frimpong has touched down in Liverpool to finalise his transfer to Liverpool, as per Sky Sports.
His medical was completed last week and the Dutchman will sign in a deal worth £29.5m after Liverpool activated his release clause.
BREAKING: Jeremie Frimpong has arrived in the UK to finalise his move to Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen pic.twitter.com/3DdSLTWadk
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) May 27, 2025
Liam Manning expected to take over as Norwich manager
16:57
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Will Castle
Liam Manning is expected to become Norwich City’s new head coach, according to Sky Sports. This comes after positive talks were held with the current Bristol City boss.
The Canaries made an official approach on Monday and both clubs now expect a deal to be completed for the 39-year-old, which could include a compensation fee greater than £800,000.
Norwich have endured managerial turmoil, sacking Johannes Thorup in April before interim boss Jack Wilshere departed at the end of the season by mutual agreement.
Chelsea and Arsenal interested in Gyokeres
16:30
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Flo Clifford
Miguel Delaney reported yesterday that both Chelsea and Arsenal have expressed an interest in Sporting Lisbon’s Victor Gyokeres, although Enzo Maresca’s side are focusing their attention on the hunt for French striker Hugo Ekitike’s signature.
Semedo could join Cunha in move to Man Utd
16:16
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Flo Clifford
Man United could get two Wolves players for the price of one this summer, with the club expressing interest in signing Nelson Semedo when the right-back’s contract expires on 30 June.
Football Transfers reported the club are keen for more back-up at right-back, and his availability to move on a free transfer would be a significant help given United are strapped for cash.
Five top targets Liverpool could sign this summer
16:00
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Will Castle
With Liverpool preparing for a recruitment drive this summer, here are five players that could be targeted:
Jeremie Frimpong, Bayer Leverkusen
Right, this isn’t exactly a potential target. Frimpong, 24, is on the verge of a move to Anfield on a five-year deal and looks nailed on to be Liverpool’s response to losing current right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold. The Dutchman is an attacking-minded wing-back who has thrived at Bayer Leverkusen in Xabi Alonso’s system, playing an integral part to their unbeaten domestic in 2023/24.
Florian Wirtz, Bayer Leverkusen
Another superstar of Alonso’s Leverkusen side, attacking midfielder Wirtz, 22, has been attracting the attention of Europe’s biggest hitters for some time now. Leverkusen reportedly want a staggering €100m (£84m) for their prized possession, which may have scared Manchester City off. Bayern Munich are also said to be in the race for the German, who has notched 16 goals and 15 assists in all competition this season.
Milos Kerkez, Bournemouth
Kerkez has starred for the Cherries this season and seems to have been picked out as the rightful heir to Andy Robertson at left-back. Liverpool are said to be in talks with Kerkez, 21, who could be about to join Hungarian countryman Dominik Szoboszlai at Anfield. The marauding defender fits Slot’s system well and could be valued at £45m.
Angelo Stiller, Stuttgart
Liverpool have found joy when fishing at the Stuttgart well for defensive midfielders before. They will hope highly-rated German star Stiller, 24, will follow in Wataru Endo’s suit and swap the MHP Arena for Merseyside. The former Bayern Munich prospect has been at the heart of their midfield for the past two seasons and helped Stuttgart qualify for the Champions League in 2023/24.
Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid
Ex-Manchester City forward Alvarez proved his worth as a top talent at the Etihad - but it’s since he ditched being second fiddle to Erling Haaland that the Argentinian has truly taken off. He’s enjoyed an impressive year since his £82m switch to Atletico Madrid last summer, scoring 29 goals and providing six assists in all competitions. His form may have peaked the interest of Liverpool, who are in the market for forward reinforcements. Darwin Nunez plus cash swap deal, perhaps?
Kang-in Lee contract talks stall
15:45
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Will Castle
PSG have hit a roadblock in negotiations over a contract renewal for South Korean star Kang-in Lee, according to Matteo Moretto.
English clubs are said to be interested in Lee, but face competition from Spanish and Saudi outfits.
Bruno Fernandes given '72 hours' to decide on Al-Hilal offer
15:30
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Will Castle
Bruno Fernandes has been sent a proposal by Al-Hilal and will reportedly have 72 hours to decide whether he accepts or not.
This is according to the Daily Mail, who say the offer sits at £700k-per-week for up to three years.
Al-Hilal are also said to have lodged a £100m bid to Manchester United directly.
Where does Antony go from here?
15:08
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Will Castle
Antony has enjoyed something of a rejuvenation since moving to Real Betis on loan in January. However, he could yet return to the Man United fold when his spell comes to an end this summer.
The Brazilian has also been touted with a move back to Spain, with Atletico Madrid reportedly interested.
Newcastle sporting director leaves
14:54
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Will Castle
Newcastle are parting ways with sporting director Paul Mitchell after less than a year in the job, according to Sky Sports.
The 43-year-old will exit the club at the end of the month and leave manager Eddie Howe in charge of recruitment until the club find a successor.
Man City targeting Belgian Pro League player of the season
14:34
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Will Castle
Manchester City have added Club Brugge defensive midfielder Ardon Jashari to their list of targets for the summer, according to Florian Plettenberg.
The 22-year-old is valued at approximately £30m.
Man United hold talks with Mbeumo
14:12
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Will Castle
Manchester United have reportedly held talks with Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo over a £50m summer move.
That’s according to talkSPORT, who suggest he is also attracting interest from Newcastle.
This comes after Ruben Amorim revealed that his side can’t be too active in the transfer market due to Financial Fair Play.
Where next for Ronaldo?
14:00
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Will Castle
Cristiano Ronaldo is on his way out of Al-Nassr and may be eyeing a move that allows him to play in the inaugural Club World Cup next month.
This could lead him to joining fierce city rivals Al-Hilal, who are competing in the tournament.
Fifa president Gianni Infantino has not ruled out the Portuguese superstar from being involved in the United States, saying: “Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup, yeah. There are discussions with some clubs, so if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup… who knows, who knows.”
The event poses potentially one final opportunity for Ronaldo to faceoff against Lionel Messi, with Inter Miami a participant.
Man City considering Gibbs-White
13:48
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Luke Baker
Lyon’s Rayan Cherki isn’t the only No 10 that Man City are considering, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the club are also interested in Morgan Gibbs-White.
The 25-year-old has starred in Nottingham Forest’s remarkable season that culminated in a Conference League spot and an FA Cup semi-final. He could end up being a replacement for Kevin de Bruyne
Cunha thanks Wolves for 'best season of my life' amid Man United rumours
13:30
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Will Castle
Matheus Cunha appears on the verge of a move to Manchester United and has since taken to social media to thank Wolves for the “best season of his life.”
Is this one last goodbye from the Brazilian?
Man City lead race to sign Cherki
13:15
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Flo Clifford
Telegraph Sport reports that Manchester City are eyeing Lyon’s Rayan Cherki, who has confirmed he will leave the club this summer.
The 21-year-old is believed to have a release clause of around £20-25 million, and signing him would provide City with a cheaper but similar talent to Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz, whose hefty fee has reportedly dampened enthusiasm for him at the Etihad.
Amorim on transfer plans: 'We don't need a big squad'
13:00
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Flo Clifford
Ruben Amorim had this to say on United’s transfer plans for the summer, amid reports that the squad will be culled after their disastrous season and with no European fixtures for the upcoming campaign.
"We always prepare two plans," he said, ahead of their post-season tour of Asia. "With and without the Champions League. Without the Champions League, we also don't need a big squad.
"We can control the squad in a better way. Then we have a plan, that is to bring in some new players, but our big plan is to improve the team we have, to improve the academy.
"It was the past, so it can be the future. It can't change much because of Financial Fair Play, we are not allowed to do much, even with the Champions League, so we are prepared.
"It's important to stick together. We are going to struggle, it's not going to be everything right away, but I can see the team improving and that's the most important thing."
Garnacho in United squad for Asia tour
12:45
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Flo Clifford
Despite reports that Ruben Amorim has told Alejandro Garnacho to find a new club - with the winger expressing his displeasure at being benched in their Europa League final defeat - he is named in the list of players to have travelled to Asia for United’s post-season tour.
Ruben's squad for our Asian tour is locked in #MUFC || #MUTOUR25 pic.twitter.com/D8xIEO3v2V
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) May 26, 2025
Jobe Bellingham to join Dortmund?
12:30
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Flo Clifford
Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham could be following in his older brother’s footsteps in playing for Borussia Dortmund, departing after helping the club achieve promotion, amid reports managing director Hans-Joachim Watzke flew to England this weekend for a meeting with him and his family.
Sky Sports also reports that the 19-year-old midfielder is in talks with Eintracht Frankfurt, with Leipzig also interested.
Everton rebuild under new ownership
12:00
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Flo Clifford
Everton are set for a squad overhaul this summer with several players moving on at the conclusion of their contracts and the Friedkin Group looking to rebuild ahead of their first season at Bramley-Moore Dock.
Abdoulaye Doucoure will depart after the club opted not to trigger a contract extension, along with Ashley Young, Asmir Begovic and Joao Virginia, who are all out of contract.
Everton are yet to announce if other players whose deals expire in the summer, including Idrissa Gueye, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Michael Keane, will stay or go, but Ligue 1’s Paris FC are reportedly interested in signing Gueye.
Rafael Leao could leave AC Milan
11:45
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Flo Clifford
Several clubs have expressed an interest in AC Milan’s star winger Rafael Leao, with Man United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich all making enquiries, according to TEAMtalk.
The 25-year-old has scored 70 goals since joining Milan in 2019 but could be on the move after they failed to qualify for European football next season.
Milan reportedly want a minimum of €100m (£84m) for the Portuguese international, who they would ideally like to keep. The hefty fee may put financially-hamstrung United out of the race for his signature.
Chelsea still hopeful of persuading Delap
11:15
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Flo Clifford
Chelsea are still hoping to convince Liam Delap to move to Stamford Bridge rather than Manchester United, with their final game of the season potentially representing another game that could change the summer transfer market.
Victory at Nottingham Forest guaranteed Enzo Maresca's side Champions League football next season, and there is some hope within the club that could persuade the Ipswich Town striker to change plans.
The Portman Road dressing room are understood to have felt Delap will most likely end up at United, but this week could yet prove crucial in that regard.
The 22-year-old is available for £40m due to a clause in his contract, and United have long been seen as being most advanced in the pursuit of Delap.
Jamie Vardy to Crystal Palace?
11:00
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Flo Clifford
Crystal Palace are considering a shock move for Jamie Vardy with the veteran striker set to leave Leicester at the end of the campaign.
The 38-year-old, a Premier League and FA Cup winner at Leicester, has expressed a desire to continue his playing career, though, and has emerged as a surprise option for Palace.
A proven goalscorer boasting real experience, Vardy would add to Oliver Glasner’s options in forward areas as the south London club look to build on their own cup triumph.
Watkins to leave Villa?
10:45
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Flo Clifford
Richard Jolly had this to say on Aston Villa’s ‘underwhelming’ summer transfer window last year, and what changes could be afoot at Villa Park without Champions League money to fund their spending.
Villa surely face another juggling act in the transfer market. PSR remains a permanent consideration. Morgan Rogers’s dramatic improvement brings admirers.
Goalkeeper Emi Martinez seemed to be waving goodbye to Villa Park after last week’s win over Tottenham, leaving in tears.
Then there is the question of Ollie Watkins: fuming, in his own words, to be benched for both legs against Paris Saint-Germain despite being the only specialist striker owned by the club. Can relations be rebuilt? If not, Watkins will be hard to replace.
Postecoglou insists Tottenham must keep 'winner' Romero
10:30
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Flo Clifford
Ange Postecoglou has stressed the importance of keeping World Cup-winner Cristian Romero at Tottenham. The Argentinian did not feature in the post-match lap of honour after their final day home loss to Brighton.
Romero has been heavily linked with a move to Atletico Madrid and only has two years to run on his contract, while Postecoglou may find himself ushered out the door too despite winning the club’s first trophy in 17 years.
“He is a winner. You saw that in all the big games we’ve had and the lads certainly respect him very highly,” he said of Romero.
“He makes them walk a bit taller, so yeah from my perspective it is a no-brainer that making sure players like him (stay), because if he goes, who do you replace him with?”
Could Sancho be heading to Bayer Leverkusen?
10:15
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Flo Clifford
Miguel Delaney reported late last week that Bayer Leverkusen were considering a move for Jadon Sancho.
The Manchester United winger has had limited impact in a loan move at Chelsea, who will only decide whether they want to take up a permanent option after a post-season summit.
Former club Borussia Dortmund are also understood to have passed up the chance of a deal.
Bayer Leverkusen were understood to be pondering a deal, due to Sancho's previous impact in the Bundesliga - but the club’s new appointment of Erik ten Hag as head coach is likely to put the kibosh on any potential move after the pair’s falling-out at Man United.
Ronaldo could leave Saudi to play in Club World Cup
10:00
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Flo Clifford
Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked speculation over his immediate future with a cryptic post after Al-Nassr's season concluded.
“This chapter is over,” wrote Ronaldo. "The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.”
Rumours have suggested that Ronaldo could make a move ahead of the Club World Cup, with the Saudi side failing to qualify.
This comes days after Fifa president Gianni Infantino admitted Ronaldo “could play” in the tournament next month.
And Ronaldo might play for one of the teams as well at the Club World Cup.
|There are discussions with some clubs,” Infantino said. “So if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup... who knows, who knows.”
Bruno Fernandes to Saudi?
09:50
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Flo Clifford
Yet more funds could be freed up for United if they sell captain Bruno Fernandes, who has attracted interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal.
Their reported £80m bid could be hard for United to turn down, despite their desire to keep him at Old Trafford.
Garnarcho and Rashford expected to depart
09:40
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Flo Clifford
Amorim could double his spending power this summer if Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford depart as expected. United reportedly want £60m and £40m respectively for the pair, with Napoli among those interested in the former.
Rashford has come onto the radar of Barcelona, with sporting director Deco telling Catalan radio station RAC1 both he and Liverpool’s Luis Diaz were potential targets.
“We like Luis, we like Rashford, and we like other players,” Deco said. “When we go to the market, there are names that we know and that could improve the team.”
Man United set for major cuts to squad
09:30
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Flo Clifford
The Telegraph reports that Manchester United will seriously prune their squad as a result of not playing European football next season, with their current 31-man squad overly bloated given they will have fewer fixtures to play.
Selling surplus players will also free them up to make new moves, with Ruben Amorim reportedly only having around £100m to spend in the transfer market this summer unless major sales are made.
Liverpool set to bank Trent Alexander-Arnold fee to enable right-back's early release
09:20
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Jack Rathborn
Liverpool could bank a €5m (£4.2m) fee from Real Madrid to release Trent Alexander-Arnold early to play in the Club World Cup.
After an emotional farewell at Anfield on Sunday and yesterday’s parade, the right-back is expected to join Real Madrid this week.
But El Chiringuito reports that Real Madrid ‘will pay’ £4.2m to bring the player in a few weeks before his deal expires.
Man City target Milan star to boost midfield
09:10
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Jack Rathborn
Man City could target AC Milano midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to boost their midfield.
Pep Guardiola admires the player, who won the award for Serie A’s best midfielder last season.
His valuation is at £55m, and the Mail reports than City could make a move before the Club World Cup begins, using Fifa’s emergency transfer window, which opens on 1 June.
Antonio Conte set for stunning Napoli exit with Massimiliano Allegri stepping in?
09:00
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Jack Rathborn
Antonio Conte is reportedly ready to walk away from Napoli, despite their incredible Serie A title glory.
The Italian will hold talks with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis to discuss his future with a summit in Rome planned for Tuesday.
And Gazzetta dello Sport reports than Massimiliano Allegri is already lined up to replace the former Chelsea and Tottenham boss at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.
Will Man United winger Antony stay at Real Betis?
08:51
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Jack Rathborn
Antony could stay at Real Betis permanently after a stunning loan spell from Man United.
The Brazilian, selected in Carlo Ancelotti’s latest Brazil squad, has rediscovered his joy for the game since temporarily leaving Old Trafford.
And Real Betis would love to keep the 25-year-old, who cost United £80m to sign from Ajax.
With five goals in 17 La Liga appearances and four more in eight ga
