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Arsenal begin talks over Sesko - Saturday's gossip
Arsenal begin talks over signing Benjamin Sesko, Manchester United are open to offers for Kobbie Mainoo even if Bruno Fernandes leaves the club, Al-Hilal could target Cristiano have begun talks with RB Leipzig in an attempt to sign 21-year-old Slovenia forward Benjamin Sesko, who has a release clause worth over 80m euros (£67.4m). (Sky Germany), externalManchester United are still open to offers for England's Kobbie Mainoo, 20, even if fellow midfielder and Portugal international Bruno Fernandes, 30, leaves Old Trafford. (I Paper), externalSaudi side Al-Hilal are also expected to appoint Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi as their new head coach following Saturday's Champions League final. (Sky Sports), externalAl-Hilal have held talks about signing 40-year-old Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo, who could be a free agent next month if he does not sign a new deal with fellow Saudi club Al-Nassr. (Sky Sports), externalRonaldo, however, has reached a agreement to extend his stay with Al-Nassr. (Foot Mercato - in French), externalAl-Hilal are in talks with AC Milan over a deal for 27-year-old France left-back Theo Hernandez, who is a leading summer target for the Saudi Pro League side. (Fabrizio Romano), externalOfficials from Real Betis will meet with their counterparts from Manchester United next week to discuss the future of 26-year-old Brazil winger Antony with the Red Devils unlikely to let him leave on loan again. (Marca - in Spanish) , externalFrench forward Christopher Nkunku will leave Chelsea this summer, while Tottenham have made an enquiry over the 27-year-old's availability. (Talksport), externalParis St-Germain have joined Manchester United and Chelsea in the race to sign highly-rated Argentine attacking midfielder Franco Mastantuono, 17, from River Plate. (Sky Sports), externalGermany winger Leroy Sane, 29, has been offered improved terms to remain at Bayern Munich. (Sky Germany), externalManchester United and Aston Villa are interested in Lille's 23-year-old French goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier. (Caughtoffside), external
The Sun
a day ago
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Transfer news LIVE: Alexander-Arnold to join Real early for £10m, Bayern ‘confident of Wirtz', Diaz ‘wanted by Saudis'
THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are upon us with some huge deals in the pipeline. Trent Alexander-Arnold will join Real Madrid early for a fee of £10million ahead of the Club World Cup. Meanhwhile, Bayern Munich are reportedly still confident of completing a deal for Florian Wirtz despite his strong links to Liverpool. In other news, Liverpool winger Luis Diaz is wanted by Al-Nassr this summer. Plus, we have updates on where Cristiano Ronaldo will end up after confirming his departure from Saudi side Al-Nassr. Today, 07:00 By Ian Tuckey Mainoo disunited? Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers. And it's claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils. Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in. Mainoo already has 10 England caps. But it's suggested his style doesn't suit manager Amorim's system. Today, 06:00 By Ian Tuckey Napoli favourites for David despite Prem interest Regular Prem target Jonathan David is again at the centre of a transfer scramble. Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham Newcastle and West Ham have all been linked with the Lille striker in recent weeks. The Canadian, 25, has confirmed he'll be leaving his Ligue 1 club on a free transfer this summer. Inter Milan and Juventus have been mentioned over possible moves for the pacy attacker. But it's claimed Napoli are now the clear frontrunners. The newly-crowned Italian champions are reportedly in talks with David and confident of agreeing a deal soon. Today, 04:30 By Ian Tuckey Blues edge closer to permanent Jadon deal Chelsea have asked Jadon Sancho to agree to a new contract before completing a £25million transfer, according to reports. The England international, 25, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Stamford Bridge from Old Trafford. Chelsea have a £25m obligation to buy Sancho in the summer transfer window. However, they do have a £5m penalty clause to break out of the deal and escape the obligation. Now Sky Sports News are reporting that the Blues are in negotiations with the winger's representatives over his future. Chelsea most likely want Sancho to stay in West London. However, Sky claim they will only sign him if he agrees to fit into the wage structure at the club. Sancho earns a whopping £350,000 per week at United, where he has one year left on his current deal. But part of the Todd Boehly regime is signing players on relatively low wages. Star-man Cole Palmer is on £130,000 per week. Today, 04:30 By Ian Tuckey Arsenal hold 'concrete' talks over Benjamin Arsenal are negotiating to sign top Prem target Benjamin Sesko. So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer. Romano reckons the Gunners have held 'concrete talks' with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian. Today, 03:00 By Ademola eyed Atalanta's Ademola Lookman has reportedly been offered to Arsenal. Lookman has been a revelation in Italy, amassing 20 goals and seven assists in 40 appearances this season. According to GiveMeSport, the Gunners have been notified of his availability. However, the Gunners are also looking at other wide targets, such as Newcastle's Anthony Gordon Real Madrid's Rodrygo and especially Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. Today, 01:00 By Ian Tuckey One Ek of a transfer fight Liverpool have entered the hunt for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike. The £84million-rated Frenchman, 22, has been linked with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United. But it's claimed new Prem champs Liverpool are now in pole position. The Reds have reportedly launched negotiations for Ekitike. 29th May 2025, 00:31 By Ian Tuckey Man City plan huge spree Manchester City have warned Prem rivals they plan to build their greatest trophy-winning team. After a first season without a major domestic trophy since 2016-17, chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak vowed 'incredible' striker Erling Haaland will spearhead a decade of glory. In his address to supporters, the City chief also: Revealed the club messed up by not being 'aggressive' enough in last summer's transfer market Conceded it led to the most 'challenging' campaign since their big-money 2008 takeover at City Promised a mega spending spree from next week to boost their Club World Cup bid Insisted his bond of 'trust' with boss Pep Guardiola means this season is a one-off blip. Guardiola lifted 15 trophies before this season's duck. But Khaldoon declared: 'We will be back and the aim is to build something even better. Erling is the most prolific striker in the world." He admitted: "Last summer, we probably should have been more aggressive in some changes we needed to do. 'We didn't do that and it ended up costing us. We already started that team rebuild in January.' Omar Marmoush from Frankfurt — plus defenders Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis and Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez. And that will NOT be the end of their spending as Khaldoon said: 'We've identified who are the targets, in what positions, and have clear No 1 and No 2 options. 'We'll go about our business and it will be very clear, very swift. 'Our objective is to be ready with the new squad for the Club World Cup.' 29th May 2025, 23:09 By Ian Tuckey Prem rivals hover as 'Liverpool value Kelleher at £20m' At least three Premier League clubs have been linked with Liverpool keeper Caoimhin Kelleher. It's claimed Reds boss Arne Slot expects the Irishman to leave this summer. Liverpool reportedly value the 26-year-old at £20million-plus. And so far Brentford are the club most strongly linked with Kelleher. West Ham and newly-promoted Leeds have also been mentioned. 29th May 2025, 22:58 By Ian Tuckey New Trafford for United? Burnley's James Trafford is rated a shock candidate if Manchester United decide to replace keeper Andre Onana. Give Me Sport say United are keen on the former Manchester City shot-stopper, 22, who is uncapped at senior level but in the England squad Trafford impressed with Burnley this season with Scott Parker labelling him 'world-class'. He kept 29 clean sheets in 45 games last term, winning the Championship golden glove. Chelsea star Cole Palmer memorably called him 'the best' during England's under-21s Euros glory. 29th May 2025, 22:53 By Ian Tuckey Striker continues amazing rise with new move Braintree striker Kyrell Lisbie has continued his remarkable surge up the footballing ladder by joining Peterborough. Lisbie, 21, sprung to fame with eighth-tier Cray Valley Paper Mills in their FA Cup run two seasons ago. Newly-promoted National League side Braintree pounced last summer, with the pacy star notching 13 goals for the strugglers. Now Lisbie has risen two more levels to join League One Posh. Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson said: "Kyrell is a player that we have kept an eye on for the last few months. "We have had some very impressive reports on him as well and we are pleased to get the deal done. "He can play in different positions along the front line so that gives us good flexibility and I am looking forward to working with him." 29th May 2025, 22:40 By Ian Tuckey Toon tipped to keep Isak Giant clubs dreaming of signing Alexander Isak face disappointment. Newcastle are convinced they'll keep the Premier League's highest-valued striker. Qualifying for the Champions League has given the Magpies more chance of keeping their top stars. That mainly means Arsenal's ideal recruit Isak. But it also boosts their hopes of Anthony Gordon staying. Thee England winger has likewise been linked to Arsenal. 29th May 2025, 22:28 By Ian Tuckey ernandes agent in 'productive' talks with Al-Hilal Bruno Fernandes' agent has held "productive" talks with Al-Hilal, according to reports. The Saudi side are pushing hard to sign the Manchester United captain in the coming days. Fernandes, 30, has been on the Red Devils' post-season tour in Malaysia. According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, his agent Miguel Pinho, meanwhile, jetted to Saudi Arabia to meet with Al-Hilal chiefs. Club president Fahad bin Nafel is said to have engaged in positive talks with Pinho at the Four Seasons hotel in Riyadh. Al-Hilal are set to participate in the expanded Club World Cup next month and want to recruit a new superstar in time to feature. It was previously reported that last year's Saudi champions wanted an answer from Fernandes' camp within 72 hours. The Portuguese midfielder is yet to give a concrete answer. United's stance is said to be that they'd like to keep their skipper. His future could be settled later this week. 29th May 2025, 22:23 By Ian Tuckey Di Maria joins boyhood team Angel Di Maria is returning to his first club. The ex-Manchester United winger, 37, is out of contract with Benfica next month. And the Argentinian has already tied up a move to home-country team Rosario Central. The winger failed to win any honours during a mediocre one-season stay at Old Trafford in 2014-15. But he'd won LaLiga and the Champions League before that with Real Madrid. And after leaving United he picked up five Ligue 1 titles in seven seasons at Paris Saint-Germain. Di Maris was heavily tipped to go back to Argentina this summer - with Rosario duly pouncing. 29th May 2025, 21:59 By Ian Tuckey 'Mainoo could go for £70m' Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers. And it's claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils. Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in. Mainoo already has 10 England caps. But it's suggested his style doesn't suit manager Amorim's system. By Ian Tuckey Gunners 'in Sesko talks' Arsenal are negotiating to sign Benjamin Sesko. So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer. Romano reckons the Gunners have held "concrete talks" with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian. Sesko's 21-goal haul this season is under that of rival targets Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen. But the 6ft 5ins star Sesko has time on his side. 29th May 2025, 21:31 By Ian Tuckey Zian completes permanent Clarets deal Zian Flemming has joined Burnley permanently following a season on loan from Millwall. The Dutch striker, 26, agreed a four-year deal after the Clarets won instant promotion back to the Prem. Flemming told Burnley's website: 'When I signed last year, I obviously knew that I was going to sign permanently in the summer, but I'm very happy to be staying here full-time now. 'I've really enjoyed my first season. On and off the pitch, it's an amazing dressing room to be a part of and I'm excited for the upcoming years.' 29th May 2025, 21:03 By Ian Tuckey Gunners offered new Look out wide Ademola Lookman has reportedly been offered to Arsenal. Lookman has been a revelation in Italy, amassing 20 goals and seven assists in 40 appearances this season. According to GiveMeSport, the Gunners have been notified of his availability. However, the Gunners are also looking at other wide targets, such as Newcastle's Anthony Gordon, Real Madrid's Rodrygo and especially Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. 29th May 2025, 20:58 By Ian Tuckey Brewster future in doubt as Blades release four Sheffield United are currently in talks with former Liverpool ace Rhian Brewster regarding his future. The 25-year-old's contract is due to expire next month and he is yet to negotiate an extension. As things stand, his future is currently up in the air, with Sheffield United seeking a resolution. A club statement read: "The club are in discussions with Rhian Brewster, whilst the rest of the first team squad remain under contract." The Blades confirmed that no first team players have been released, with Jack Robinson triggering a one-year contract extension. Meanwhile, loanees Alfie Gilchrist, Rob Holding, Harry Soutter, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Harry Clarke, Ben Brereton Diaz and Hamza Choudhury will return to their parent clubs. Development squad players Harry Boyes, Ethan Cummings, Mekhi Haughton-Parris and Henry Molyneux have been let go. 29th May 2025, 20:17 By Ian Tuckey 'Liverpool join United in Maghnes hunt' Liverpool could join Manchester United in reportedly pursuing Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche. It's claimed the Prem champions are amongst the latest admirers of the £50million-rated French attacker. The Monaco academy product, 23, has just enjoyed by far his best season. That include providing seven goals and 12 assists in 43 games. Monaco qualified for the Champions League by finishing third in Ligue 1. But Caught Offside still believe Akliouche could be on his way this summer - three years before his contract expires. 29th May 2025, 20:02 By Ian Tuckey Tractor Boys eye Guiu as 'Delap replacement' Ipswich are being linked with Chelsea striker Marc Guiu - as a replacement for Stamford Bridge-bound Liam Delap. Englishman Delap, 22, is on the brink of completing a £30million move from the relegated Tractor Boys to the new Europa Conference League winners. Sky Sports suggest Ipswich regard 19-year-old Guiu as one option they could pursue. The Spanish Under-19 star arrived at Chelsea from Barcelona last summer. 29th May 2025, 19:51 By Ian Tuckey Villa on Red alert for new hitman Aston Villa are set to sign young Feyenoord striker Zepiqueno Redmond on a free transfer. Unai Emery hopesthe 18-year-old Dutch youth international will become as successful as Jhon Duran - the last teenage striker he signed. Duran cost Villa £14.5million from Chicago Fire in January 2023. And the Villans made a cool £50million profit when they sold him to Saudi giants Al-Nassr two years later. Redmond's contract with Feyenoord expires at the end of June and Villa have beaten off interest from several clubs in the Premier League and across Europe. But the kid who can play as a striker or on the wing is poised to join Villa on a four-year deal. 29th May 2025, 19:41 By Ian Tuckey Prem target in huge demand Regular Prem target Jonathan David is again at the centre of a transfer scramble. Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham Newcastle and West Ham have all been linked with the Lille striker in recent weeks. The Canadian, 25, has confirmed he'll be leaving his Ligue 1 club on a free transfer this summer. Inter Milan and Juventus have been mentioned over possible moves for the pacy attacker. But it's claimed Napoli are now the clear frontrunners. The newly-crowned Italian champions are reportedly in talks with David and confident of agreeing a deal soon.
The Sun
a day ago
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- The Sun
Transfer news LIVE: Bayern ‘confident of Wirtz deal', Delap to Chelsea, Diaz ‘wanted by Saudis', Ronaldo LATEST
THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are upon us with some huge deals in the pipeline. Bayern Munich are reportedly still confident of completing a deal for Florian Wirtz despite his strong links to Liverpool. Elsewhere, Ipswich striker Liam Delap has appeared to have chosen Chelsea as the club he would like to play his football at next season. In other news, Liverpool winger Luis Diaz is wanted by Al-Nassr this summer. Plus, we have updates on where Cristiano Ronaldo will end up after confirming his departure from Saudi side Al-Nassr. 17 minutes ago By Ian Tuckey Mainoo disunited? Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers. And it's claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils. Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in. Mainoo already has 10 England caps. But it's suggested his style doesn't suit manager Amorim's system. Today, 06:00 By Ian Tuckey Napoli favourites for David despite Prem interest Regular Prem target Jonathan David is again at the centre of a transfer scramble. Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham Newcastle and West Ham have all been linked with the Lille striker in recent weeks. The Canadian, 25, has confirmed he'll be leaving his Ligue 1 club on a free transfer this summer. Inter Milan and Juventus have been mentioned over possible moves for the pacy attacker. But it's claimed Napoli are now the clear frontrunners. The newly-crowned Italian champions are reportedly in talks with David and confident of agreeing a deal soon. Today, 04:30 By Ian Tuckey Blues edge closer to permanent Jadon deal Chelsea have asked Jadon Sancho to agree to a new contract before completing a £25million transfer, according to reports. The England international, 25, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Stamford Bridge from Old Trafford. Chelsea have a £25m obligation to buy Sancho in the summer transfer window. However, they do have a £5m penalty clause to break out of the deal and escape the obligation. Now Sky Sports News are reporting that the Blues are in negotiations with the winger's representatives over his future. Chelsea most likely want Sancho to stay in West London. However, Sky claim they will only sign him if he agrees to fit into the wage structure at the club. Sancho earns a whopping £350,000 per week at United, where he has one year left on his current deal. But part of the Todd Boehly regime is signing players on relatively low wages. Star-man Cole Palmer is on £130,000 per week. Today, 04:30 By Ian Tuckey Arsenal hold 'concrete' talks over Benjamin Arsenal are negotiating to sign top Prem target Benjamin Sesko. So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer. Romano reckons the Gunners have held 'concrete talks' with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian. Today, 03:00 By Ian Tuckey Ademola eyed Atalanta's Ademola Lookman has reportedly been offered to Arsenal. Lookman has been a revelation in Italy, amassing 20 goals and seven assists in 40 appearances this season. According to GiveMeSport, the Gunners have been notified of his availability. However, the Gunners are also looking at other wide targets, such as Newcastle's Anthony Gordon Real Madrid's Rodrygo and especially Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. Today, 01:00 By Ian Tuckey One Ek of a transfer fight Liverpool have entered the hunt for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike. The £84million-rated Frenchman, 22, has been linked with Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United. But it's claimed new Prem champs Liverpool are now in pole position. The Reds have reportedly launched negotiations for Ekitike. 29th May 2025, 00:31 By Ian Tuckey Man City plan huge spree Manchester City have warned Prem rivals they plan to build their greatest trophy-winning team. After a first season without a major domestic trophy since 2016-17, chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak vowed 'incredible' striker Erling Haaland will spearhead a decade of glory. In his address to supporters, the City chief also: Revealed the club messed up by not being 'aggressive' enough in last summer's transfer market Conceded it led to the most 'challenging' campaign since their big-money 2008 takeover at City Promised a mega spending spree from next week to boost their Club World Cup bid Insisted his bond of 'trust' with boss Pep Guardiola means this season is a one-off blip. Guardiola lifted 15 trophies before this season's duck. But Khaldoon declared: 'We will be back and the aim is to build something even better. Erling is the most prolific striker in the world." He admitted: "Last summer, we probably should have been more aggressive in some changes we needed to do. 'We didn't do that and it ended up costing us. We already started that team rebuild in January.' City spent £172million in the winter window on forward Omar Marmoush from Frankfurt — plus defenders Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis and Porto midfielder Nico Gonzalez. And that will NOT be the end of their spending as Khaldoon said: 'We've identified who are the targets, in what positions, and have clear No 1 and No 2 options. 'We'll go about our business and it will be very clear, very swift. 'Our objective is to be ready with the new squad for the Club World Cup.' 29th May 2025, 23:09 By Ian Tuckey Prem rivals hover as 'Liverpool value Kelleher at £20m' At least three Premier League clubs have been linked with Liverpool keeper Caoimhin Kelleher. It's claimed Reds boss Arne Slot expects the Irishman to leave this summer. Liverpool reportedly value the 26-year-old at £20million-plus. And so far Brentford are the club most strongly linked with Kelleher. West Ham and newly-promoted Leeds have also been mentioned. 29th May 2025, 22:58 By Ian Tuckey New Trafford for United? Burnley's James Trafford is rated a shock candidate if Manchester United decide to replace keeper Andre Onana. Give Me Sport say United are keen on the former Manchester City shot-stopper, 22, who is uncapped at senior level but in the England squad Trafford impressed with Burnley this season with Scott Parker labelling him 'world-class'. He kept 29 clean sheets in 45 games last term, winning the Championship golden glove. Chelsea star Cole Palmer memorably called him 'the best' during England's under-21s Euros glory. 29th May 2025, 22:53 By Ian Tuckey Striker continues amazing rise with new move Braintree striker Kyrell Lisbie has continued his remarkable surge up the footballing ladder by joining Peterborough. Lisbie, 21, sprung to fame with eighth-tier Cray Valley Paper Mills in their FA Cup run two seasons ago. Newly-promoted National League side Braintree pounced last summer, with the pacy star notching 13 goals for the strugglers. Now Lisbie has risen two more levels to join League One Posh. Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson said: "Kyrell is a player that we have kept an eye on for the last few months. "We have had some very impressive reports on him as well and we are pleased to get the deal done. "He can play in different positions along the front line so that gives us good flexibility and I am looking forward to working with him." 29th May 2025, 22:40 By Ian Tuckey Toon tipped to keep Isak Giant clubs dreaming of signing Alexander Isak face disappointment. Newcastle are convinced they'll keep the Premier League's highest-valued striker. Qualifying for the Champions League has given the Magpies more chance of keeping their top stars. That mainly means Arsenal's ideal recruit Isak. But it also boosts their hopes of Anthony Gordon staying. Thee England winger has likewise been linked to Arsenal. 29th May 2025, 22:28 By Ian Tuckey ernandes agent in 'productive' talks with Al-Hilal Bruno Fernandes' agent has held "productive" talks with Al-Hilal, according to reports. The Saudi side are pushing hard to sign the Manchester United captain in the coming days. Fernandes, 30, has been on the Red Devils' post-season tour in Malaysia. According to transfer expert Ben Jacobs, his agent Miguel Pinho, meanwhile, jetted to Saudi Arabia to meet with Al-Hilal chiefs. Club president Fahad bin Nafel is said to have engaged in positive talks with Pinho at the Four Seasons hotel in Riyadh. Al-Hilal are set to participate in the expanded Club World Cup next month and want to recruit a new superstar in time to feature. It was previously reported that last year's Saudi champions wanted an answer from Fernandes' camp within 72 hours. The Portuguese midfielder is yet to give a concrete answer. United's stance is said to be that they'd like to keep their skipper. His future could be settled later this week. 29th May 2025, 22:23 By Ian Tuckey Di Maria joins boyhood team Angel Di Maria is returning to his first club. The ex-Manchester United winger, 37, is out of contract with Benfica next month. And the Argentinian has already tied up a move to home-country team Rosario Central. The winger failed to win any honours during a mediocre one-season stay at Old Trafford in 2014-15. But he'd won LaLiga and the Champions League before that with Real Madrid. And after leaving United he picked up five Ligue 1 titles in seven seasons at Paris Saint-Germain. Di Maris was heavily tipped to go back to Argentina this summer - with Rosario duly pouncing. 29th May 2025, 21:59 By Ian Tuckey 'Mainoo could go for £70m' Ruben Amorim might need to sell before he can revamp his Manchester United squad with newcomers. And it's claimed midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is one of the vulnerable Red Devils. Football Insider reckon the Old Trafford academy product could be sold if an offer of around £70million came in. Mainoo already has 10 England caps. But it's suggested his style doesn't suit manager Amorim's system. 29th May 2025, 21:40 By Ian Tuckey Gunners 'in Sesko talks' Arsenal are negotiating to sign Benjamin Sesko. So says transfer guru Fabrizio Romano as the Gunners prioritise recruiting a world class striker this summer. Romano reckons the Gunners have held "concrete talks" with RB Leipzig over the 21-year-old Slovenian. Sesko's 21-goal haul this season is under that of rival targets Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen. But the 6ft 5ins star Sesko has time on his side. 29th May 2025, 21:31 By Ian Tuckey Zian completes permanent Clarets deal Zian Flemming has joined Burnley permanently following a season on loan from Millwall. The Dutch striker, 26, agreed a four-year deal after the Clarets won instant promotion back to the Prem. Flemming told Burnley's website: 'When I signed last year, I obviously knew that I was going to sign permanently in the summer, but I'm very happy to be staying here full-time now. 'I've really enjoyed my first season. On and off the pitch, it's an amazing dressing room to be a part of and I'm excited for the upcoming years.' 29th May 2025, 21:03 By Ian Tuckey Gunners offered new Look out wide Ademola Lookman has reportedly been offered to Arsenal. Lookman has been a revelation in Italy, amassing 20 goals and seven assists in 40 appearances this season. According to GiveMeSport, the Gunners have been notified of his availability. However, the Gunners are also looking at other wide targets, such as Newcastle's Anthony Gordon, Real Madrid's Rodrygo and especially Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams. 29th May 2025, 20:58 By Ian Tuckey Brewster future in doubt as Blades release four Sheffield United are currently in talks with former Liverpool ace Rhian Brewster regarding his future. The 25-year-old's contract is due to expire next month and he is yet to negotiate an extension. As things stand, his future is currently up in the air, with Sheffield United seeking a resolution. A club statement read: "The club are in discussions with Rhian Brewster, whilst the rest of the first team squad remain under contract." The Blades confirmed that no first team players have been released, with Jack Robinson triggering a one-year contract extension. Meanwhile, loanees Alfie Gilchrist, Rob Holding, Harry Soutter, Jesurun Rak-Sakyi, Harry Clarke, Ben Brereton Diaz and Hamza Choudhury will return to their parent clubs. Development squad players Harry Boyes, Ethan Cummings, Mekhi Haughton-Parris and Henry Molyneux have been let go. 29th May 2025, 20:17 By Ian Tuckey 'Liverpool join United in Maghnes hunt' Liverpool could join Manchester United in reportedly pursuing Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche. It's claimed the Prem champions are amongst the latest admirers of the £50million-rated French attacker. The Monaco academy product, 23, has just enjoyed by far his best season. That include providing seven goals and 12 assists in 43 games. Monaco qualified for the Champions League by finishing third in Ligue 1. But Caught Offside still believe Akliouche could be on his way this summer - three years before his contract expires. By Ian Tuckey Tractor Boys eye Guiu as 'Delap replacement' Ipswich are being linked with Chelsea striker Marc Guiu - as a replacement for Stamford Bridge-bound Liam Delap. Englishman Delap, 22, is on the brink of completing a £30million move from the relegated Tractor Boys to the new Europa Conference League winners. Sky Sports suggest Ipswich regard 19-year-old Guiu as one option they could pursue. The Spanish Under-19 star arrived at Chelsea from Barcelona last summer. 29th May 2025, 19:51 By Ian Tuckey Villa on Red alert for new hitman Aston Villa are set to sign young Feyenoord striker Zepiqueno Redmond on a free transfer. Unai Emery hopesthe 18-year-old Dutch youth international will become as successful as Jhon Duran - the last teenage striker he signed. Duran cost Villa £14.5million from Chicago Fire in January 2023. And the Villans made a cool £50million profit when they sold him to Saudi giants Al-Nassr two years later. Redmond's contract with Feyenoord expires at the end of June and Villa have beaten off interest from several clubs in the Premier League and across Europe. But the kid who can play as a striker or on the wing is poised to join Villa on a four-year deal. 29th May 2025, 19:41 By Ian Tuckey Prem target in huge demand Regular Prem target Jonathan David is again at the centre of a transfer scramble. Manchester United, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham Newcastle and West Ham have all been linked with the Lille striker in recent weeks. The Canadian, 25, has confirmed he'll be leaving his Ligue 1 club on a free transfer this summer. Inter Milan and Juventus have been mentioned over possible moves for the pacy attacker. But it's claimed Napoli are now the clear frontrunners. The newly-crowned Italian champions are reportedly in talks with David and confident of agreeing a deal soon. 29th May 2025, 19:28 By Ian Tuckey Celtic hitman 'completes Hammers medical' Celtic's Daniel Cummings has reportedly completed a medical at West Ham. Sky Sports say the Scotland Under-19 striker will switch to the Prem club on a four-year contract. The Hoops' academy product, 19, hit 23 goals in 28 Scottish Lowland Football League games for Celtic B. 29th May 2025, 19:14 By Ian Tuckey Chelsea unveil plan for Sancho deal Chelsea have asked Jadon Sancho to agree to a new contract before completing a £25million transfer, according to reports. The England international, 25, spent the 2024-25 season on loan at Stamford Bridge from Old Trafford. Chelsea have a £25m obligation to buy Sancho in the summer transfer window. However, they do have a £5m penalty clause to break out of the deal and escape the obligation. Now Sky Sports News are reporting that the Blues are in negotiations with the winger's representatives over his future. Chelsea most likely want Sancho to stay in West London. However, Sky claim they will only sign him if he agrees to fit into the wage structure at the club. Sancho earns a whopping £350,000 per week at United, where he has one year left on his current deal. But part of the Todd Boehly regime is signing players on relatively low wages. Star-man Cole Palmer is on £130,000 per week. 29th May 2025, 18:59 By Ian Tuckey Red Devils ready to 'trigger Kean release clause' Manchester United have been tipped to come in strong for ex-Everton striker Moise Kean. The Fiorentina hero netted just twice in 32 games for the Toffees from 2019-2023, also being loaned out to PSG and Juventus. But he's rebuilt his career in Serie A - on the way to 21 Italian caps so far. It's claimed United are willing to trigger the 25-year-old's (£43.8m) release clause. Kean hit 25 goals in 44 matches for Fiorentina in 2024-25.
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2 days ago
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Manchester United's woes continue on another continent as it begins a postseason tour
Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, left, fights for the ball with AASEAN All-Star Australia's Kealey Adamson during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, left, fights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star Malaysia's Ezequiel Aguero during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) ASEAN All-Star Philippines's Sandro Reyes, left, fights for the ball with Manchester United's Casemiro, center, and Patrick Dorgu during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu, heads a ball during match withfights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star at the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Casemiro, right, fights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star Australia's Kealey Adamson during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer match in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Casemiro, right, fights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star Australia's Kealey Adamson during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer match in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, left, fights for the ball with AASEAN All-Star Australia's Kealey Adamson during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo, left, fights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star Malaysia's Ezequiel Aguero during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) ASEAN All-Star Philippines's Sandro Reyes, left, fights for the ball with Manchester United's Casemiro, center, and Patrick Dorgu during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Patrick Dorgu, heads a ball during match withfights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star at the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer tournament in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) Manchester United's Casemiro, right, fights for the ball with ASEAN All-Star Australia's Kealey Adamson during the Challenge Cup Malaysia 2025 soccer match in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian) KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Manchester United began an offseason tour after its worst Premier League season in almost expected fashion, losing its first match against a Southeast Asian all-star team 1-0 in Kuala Lumpur. The reaction was swift on Thursday, and from one of the highest places in the land. Advertisement Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim suggested that Manchester United could be relegated after watching the visitors lose, despite the fact they were probably affected by jet lag. 'Ouch. Man United failed to win another trophy,' Ibrahim, one of 72,500 fans at the Bukit Jalil Stadium in the Malaysian capital, wrote on social media in a post translated from Malay. 'Looks like you're in for another tough season, hope you don't drop to the Championship,' he added, referring to England's second tier into which the bottom three teams in the 20-team Premier League drop into every season. On Sunday, United finished 15th in the Premier League, its lowest ever ranking in the competition, just four days after a loss in the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur meant that its European season ended without a trophy. Advertisement Myanmar's Maung Maung Lwin scored the only goal of the game Wednesday after 72 minutes to give a team made up of top players from around the southeast Asian region the win. 'To face one of the world's top clubs and deliver such a performance — it was truly remarkable from the team,' said All-Stars coach Kim Sang-sik. 'We only trained for two days, but the players looked like they had been playing together for 20 years. The team were well-organized and cohesive.' Manchester United continues its tour in Hong Kong on Friday before matches in Sweden and the United States. ___ AP soccer:
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Manchester United booed off after friendly loss in Malaysia
Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo in action against Asean All Star's Amani Aguinaldo. PHOTO: REUTERS Manchester United booed off after friendly loss in Malaysia KUALA LUMPUR - Manchester United suffered fresh embarrassment and were booed off as they lost 1-0 to a South-east Asian XI in Kuala Lumpur on May 28 in front of 72,550 football fans. Ruben Amorim's side, who finished 15th in the Premier League for their worst season since 1974, looked lethargic and devoid of ideas in the gruelling heat. Some fans at Bukit Jalil National Stadium left before the end and there were boos at the final whistle. United have struggled for goals all year and it was more evidence why they are reportedly prepared to shell out £62.5 million (S$100 million) on Brazilian international attacker Matheus Cunha from Wolves. Amorim, who was clearly frustrated during the match and shook his head at times, refused to confirm the Cunha deal. The Portuguese coach was happy though to leave the Malaysian capital and head to Hong Kong with no new injuries and had no issue with fans booing his team off. 'We were slow and we still don't have it in us to win every exercise in training, every game,' he said. 'The boos from the fans, it's something that we need.' He added: 'These people believe in Manchester United no matter what the context. 'It's our duty to improve the team and to improve the team next season. 'For me, we need to have that belief, that hunger to win every game, that is important.' Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes after the match. PHOTO: REUTERS In their first of two post-season games in Asia, United started with several regulars including Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, Casemiro, Diogo Dalot, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo and Andre Onana. In temperatures of 32 deg C at kickoff, it was the Asean All Stars who looked more threatening in the first half. They shot just wide in the 16th minute and Onana was then called into action with a low save that endeared him to the pro-United crowd. Fans cheering in the stands before the May 28 match. PHOTO: AFP Mainoo provided the first real threat for United with a 25-yard effort that was turned behind for a corner, before the young midfielder saw his shot cleared off the line in the 38th minute. Captain Bruno Fernandes came on in the second half and his half-volley lit up a drab restart. Argentine winger Alejandro Garnacho, on the trip despite looking like he is headed for the exit at United, made a lively cameo off the bench. All-Stars Maung Maung Lwin (left) celebrates after scoring the only goal of the match. PHOTO: AFP United were better in the second half but the South-east Asian side stunned the visitors in the 71st minute when Burmese attacker Maung Maung Lwin found himself clean through on goal before firing into the top corner past Tom Heaton. Soon after Heaton came to United's rescue to prevent further embarrassment. United play the Hong Kong team on May 30. AFP Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
