Transfer news LIVE: Eberechi Eze to Spurs EXCLUSIVE, Bayern ‘HIJACK Chelsea's move for Gittens'

The Irish Sun

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THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are well underway with some huge deals in the pipeline.
New Spurs boss Frank wants to sign a new wideman this summer and
Elsewhere, Bayern Munch are reportedly ready to
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Breaking - United launch new Mbeumo bid
Man Utd have made a new bid for Bryan Mbeumo.
The Red Devils have already seen a bid of £45m, plus £10m in add-ons, rejected by the Bees.
But they are determined to win the race for Mbeumo despite interest from Tottenham.
And United have now reportedly offered £60million in a bid to clinch his signature.
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Guehi reveals preferred club
Marc Guehi is targeting a move to Liverpool over Arsenal.
The England star is in the final year of his Crystal Palace contract.
But he fears he won't get the minutes required at Arsenal to secure a place in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad.
And Guehi is now holding out for a move to Anfield as a potential partner for Virgil van Dijk.
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Breaking - Spurs sign defender
Tom Barclay writes:
Tottenham have agreed a £5million deal to sign Japan international Kota Takai.
The 6ft4ins centre-back, 20, is set to arrive in N17 next month and will be part of Thomas Frank's first-team squad.
The move from Kawasaki Frontale will make Takai the most expensive Japanese player to be signed from the J-League.
The defender already has two caps for Japan, making his debut a year ago in a 7-0 World Cup qualifier against China.
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Chelsea end Maignan interest
Chelsea have reportedly cooled their interest in AC Milan goalie Mike Maignan.
The Blues saw a bid for the France international rejected before the Club World Cup.
Maignan, who's in the last year of his contract, was keen on the move but Milan wanted £20million.
And Fabrizio Romano claims Chelsea have now walked away from negotiations.
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Exclusive - Eze open to Spurs
Tom Barclay writes:
Ebere Eze is interested in spearheading Thomas Frank's Tottenham revolution.
New Spurs boss Frank wants to sign a new wideman this summer and Crystal Palace star Eze is a major target.
Sources suggest that while it is not guaranteed Eze, 26, leaves Selhurst Park this summer, there is a very good chance it will happen.
And the prospect of playing for Spurs in the Champions League is one that appeals to the versatile winger.
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Duff set for Prem return
Chelsea legend Damien Duff is set for a Premier League return with Brentford.
The ex-Ireland winger, who also played for Fulham and Newcastle, is wanted by Brentford.
They are closing to appointing set-piece coach Keith Andrew as Thomas Frank's successor.
And Duff, who quit Irish champs Shelbourne at the weekend, is set to join as his assistant.
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Spurs flop hits new low
Tottenham flop Clinton Njie has hit a new career low - with a Romanian club ripping up his contract.
The Cameroon striker joined
Njie had been at Romanian side Rapid Bucharest since September following further spells in France, Russia and Turkey.
But his deal has now been axed after just two goals in 12 games, with Njie last playing for them in February.
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Bayern join Gittens hunt
Bayern Munich have reportedly joined Chelsea in the race for Jamie Gittens.
The Borussia Dortmund winger was the subject of two failed bids from Enzo Maresca's side before the Club World Cup.
But Kicker claims Bayern are now ready to pounce and beat Chelsea to Gittens' signature.
However, the forward's preferred destination remains Stamford Bridge - even though he will cost around £60million.
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Breaking - Nkunku to Man Utd
Manchester United have made a shock move to sign Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku, according to L'Equoe.
The Red Devils have contacted the attacker's agent to discuss a possible switch to Old Trafford.
Nkunku, whose contract runs until 2029, is looking for a new club and Chelsea could be open to cashing in.
Bayern Munich and Juventus are also interested in the French forward.
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Arsenal target Barcola
Arsenal have sensationally entered the race for Paris Saint-Germain ace Bradley Barcola and are reportedly challenging Liverpool for the £100million star.
The Merseysiders were aware of interest from Bayern Munich but were willing to battle them for the signature of the highly-rated winger.
According to
The North Londoners are reportedly open to selling Gabriel Martinelli this summer - with Bayern interested - and that could open the door for Barcola's arrival.
However, Arsenal will have to first beat Liverpool and other suitors to the France international's signature.
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Arsenal target Barcola
Arsenal have sensationally entered the race for Paris Saint-Germain ace Bradley Barcola and are reportedly challenging Liverpool for the £100million star.
The Merseysiders were aware of interest from Bayern Munich but were willing to battle them for the signature of the highly-rated winger.
According to
The North Londoners are reportedly open to selling Gabriel Martinelli this summer - with Bayern interested - and that could open the door for Barcola's arrival.
However, Arsenal will have to first beat Liverpool and other suitors to the France international's signature.
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Who is Palace's new supremo?
American billionaire and New York Jets owner Woody Johnson has agreed to become Palace's largest shareholder by snapping up John Textor's 43 per cent stake in a £190million deal.
Johnson is a former US ambassador to the UK, having held the post during Donald Trump's first term in office, and is a close friend and financial backer of the American President.
The 78-year-old will have the same 25 per cent voting share alongside Steve Parish, Joshua Harris and David Blitzer.
Worth an estimated £6.8billion, Johnson has owned the Jets since 2000.
Earlier this year he fired back at a "totally bogus" report from the NFL Players Association, in which players graded their clubs and owners. Johnson was the only NFL owner to receive an F grade.
He has long held an interest in buying a Premier League club and rivalled Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital for Chelsea in 2022.
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Wrexham target Rangers ace
Wrexham are plotting on bringing Rangers attacking midfielder Tom Lawrence back to his home-city club on a free transfer this summer.
Lawrence, 31, was born and bred in North Wales but played for Everton and Manchester United in his youth before going on to make one sub appearance in the Premier League for the Red Devils.
The striker has gone on to clock 368 career appearances and 68 goals for the likes of Derby, Ipswich, Leicester, Rotherham, Cardiff, Blackburn, Carlisle, Yeovil and the Gers - as well as winning 23 caps for Wales.
Although Lawrence is fielding a number of offers, Wrexham are hoping to make him a compelling offer to return to his north-Wales roots after winning three consecutive promotions from the National League to the Championship.
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Leicester business uncertainty
Leicester's future has been left shrouded in uncertainty as their Thai owners face a total business collapse.
Foxes chairman Aiyawatt 'Top' Srivaddhanaprabha left his role as chief executive of duty free giant King Power with the company staring at massive losses and potential failure.
Top has switched to being 'group executive chairman' where he will 'play an important role in determining the direction and setting the policy framework for business operations'.
But that adds to the club's financial woes after their relegation from the Prem and likely points deduction in the EFL next term.
Top, 39, took charge of the Foxes and the King Power company following the fatal helicopter crash that cost the lives of his father Khun Vichai - in charge of the club since 2010 - and four others as it left the stadium following a Prem draw with West Ham in 2018.
He bankrolled the club's return to the Prem after their relegation in 2023 but watched as Ruud van Nistelrooy's appointment as manager to succeed Steve Cooper in December failed to arrest an instant return to the EFL.
But the club's on-field issues look to be paling into insignificance by comparison with the financial woes afflicting the King Power company.
King Power enjoyed a three decade near-monopoly on duty free concessions in Thailand but is aiming to completely renegotiate contracts at four of the country's major airports, asking for all rental fees to be waived.
That is expected to lead to losses of £450million-plus for the state-run Airports of Thailand, which rejected the opening offer from King Power.
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Crystal Palace statement
Crystal Palace confirmed John Textor has sold his shares to Woody Johnson, pending Premier League approval.
Crystal Palace Football Club can confirm that Robert Wood Johnson, 'Woody', an American businessman and co-owner of the New York Jets, has signed a legally binding contract to purchase Eagle Football's holding in the club.
Whilst the completion is pending approval from the Premier League and Women's Super League, we do not envisage any issues and look forward to welcoming Woody as a partner and director of the club.
We would like to go on record to thank John Textor for his contribution over the past four years and wish him every success for the future.
Crystal Palace
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Rodrigo transfer war
Fulham are hoping to price Leeds out of a move for striker Rodrigo.
The newly-promoted Premier League side have already had a £26million move — plus £6m of add-ons – rejected by the Cottagers.
But SunSport understands that Leeds are preparing to come back with an improved offer to test the West Londoners' resolve.
Fulham though are desperate to hang on to the 24-year-old Brazilian and although his contract expires next June have an option to extend for a further 12 months.
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Tottenham not so keen on Semenyo
Tottenham launched an enquiry for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo before immediately halting their pursuit.
According to
the Cherries
over a move for Semenyo.
The same source claims Bournemouth told Tottenham to pay £70million for the winger.
The mind-blowing fee was immediately rebuffed by the North Londoners, who have decided to not pursue a deal for now.
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Thomas Partey 'rejected'
Atletico Madrid have turned down the opportunity to re-sign Arsenal ace Thomas Partey.
Partey is set to become a free agent on June 30 as he and the Gunners have yet to agree on a new deal.
Earlier this month, the North Londoners announced that discussions over a new contract were ongoing and a statement would be released once a final decision had been made.
According to
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Viktor Gyokeres stats
Here's all the info Arsenal and Manchester United fans need to know about their top striker target Viktor Gyokeres.
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Kudus changes agents - EXCLUSIVE
Mohammed Kudus has signed with renowned sports management firm ROOF as speculation over a potential move away from West Ham continues to gather pace.
Kudus joins the agency's high-profile roster ahead of what is shaping up to be a very busy summer for the 24-year-old.
The playmaker has already been linked with Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool, while Newcastle are also said to be considering a player-swap deal that could tempt the Hammers into negotiations.
Last year, the Ghana international parted ways with agent Jennifer Mendelewitsch, who negotiated his move from Ajax to West Ham and briefly put a family member in charge of his affairs.
However, Kudus has now decided that joining ROOF is the best step forward in what appears to be a clear indication of a possible departure this summer.
The future of the former Ajax star could be decided as early as next month as he has a 10-day release clause that becomes active on July 1 and runs until July 10.
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How good is Ekitike?
Eintracht Frankfurt star Hugo Ekitike has been linked with
Liverpool,
Arsenal,
Manchester United
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Chelsea after a sensational season.
Ekitike amassed 22 goals and 12 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions.
What really impressed Eintracht fans was how the striker replaced Omar Marmoush after his departure to Manchester City in January.
And the Frenchman's stunning displays led to comparisons to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.
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Scott McTominay target
Former Manchester United ace Scott McTominay is a reported mega-money target for Saudi giants Al-Hilal.
McTominay is wanted in the Middle East after firing Napoli to their fourth Serie A title last month.
According to
The Saudi giants' new manager Simone Inzaghi sees the midfielder fitting into a dynamic trio alongside ex-Wolves star Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
Al-Hilal are already said to have made an enquiry to the Italian champions over a big-mony deal.
But manager Antonio Conte views the Scotland international as an unsellable player.
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Tete's Fulham rejection - EXCLUSIVE
Kenny Tete snubbed a new three-year contract at Fulham to sign for Everton.
The former Dutch international, 29, is set to move to the Merseysiders as a free agent on a deal until 2028.
Many Cottagers fans have been left disappointed to see the right-back depart after impressing during his five-year stay in West London.
Fulham tried to keep him with their new deal offer, despite Tete being the club's highest cost per minute due to injury over the last couple of seasons.
But he has opted to switch to join David Moyes' revolution at the Toffees.
Everton have been in need of a new right-back with Ashley Young, who turns 40 in July, leaving the club when his terms expire this month after two years at the club.
Moyes confirmed in May that fellow veteran right-back Seamus Coleman will be staying put though, adding: "I need him here."
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Chelsea open for Jackson sale
Chelsea are reportedly open to selling Nicolas Jackson in the summer transfer window.
Jackson could find himself down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge following the recent arrival of Liam Delap from Ipswich.
Juventus and Napoli are both said to be keen on a move for the striker.
The Senegal international enjoyed a decent season in front of goal, scoring 13 goals in all competitions last term.
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Marc Guehi transfer preference
Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi is prepared to turn down joining Arsenal this summer, which has put Liverpool on high alert to swoop.
Guehi wants regular first-team football and assurances from manager Mikel Arteta that he will get it at the Emirates
But William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes would almost certainly start ahead of the 24-year-old if he was to move to north London.
With the Reds selling Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen the club are on the lookout for a centre-back and sources say they are eyeing Guehi.
The England international does not want to be sitting on the bench with the World Cup coming up next summer and the Merseysiders could be the perfect fit.
Arsenal have just tied Gabriel down to a new contract running until 2029, while the club's top brass are also keen to extend Saliba's stay at the Emirates.
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