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Federico Valverde Real Madrid 2022-23
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Chelsea to keep Datro Fofana at the Bridge

2023-02-05T22:29:03.640Z

Dortmund to hold out for Fernandez-like price for Bellingham

2023-02-05T21:59:50.633Z

Mundo Deportivo say that Borussia Dortmund are prepared to ask for more than Benfica did for Enzo Fernandez in order to let Jude Bllingham leave in the summer.

The Argentine moved to Stamford Bridge for a British record transfer fee of £107m, meaning the likes of Liverpool and Real Madrid will have to fork out more.

Marquinhos set to extend PSG stay

2023-02-05T21:53:26.451Z

The Brazilian centre-back is set to extend his PSG contract according to French outlet L'Equipe. The contract will run to at least 2026 with an option for another year.

Should that extension be triggered, his tenure in Paris will be 14 years at least.

Liverpool continuing to monitor N'Golo Kante

2023-02-05T20:17:34.469Z

Sources at Fichajes claim that the Reds are one of three clubs keeping an eye on Kante's contract situation as his current Chelsea deal expires in the summer. Klopp reportedly wants the 31-year-old as he looks to add to his waining midfield.

The other two sides are allegedly Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Ansu Fati the subject of interest from Manchester United

2023-02-05T20:17:25.258Z

Erik ten Hag is set to launch a raid on the Nou Camp and will 'ask to sign' the 20-year-old winger after another attempt to lure Frenkie de Jong to Old Trafford, too.

Sources at the Sunday Express claim the feelers have already been sent out in terms of securing the youngster's services.

Zaniolo finally leaving Roma - Galatasaray the destination

2023-02-05T19:46:36.659Z

Spurs to battle Atletico Madrid for Thuram in summer

2023-02-05T19:02:59.410Z

According to sources at AS, Spurs and Atletico are to battle it out to secure Marcus Thuram's services on a free transfer.

The forward's contract at Borussia Monchengladbach will run out in the summer and, after staying put in January, Spurs are amongst those circling.

AC Milan monitoring Aubameyang situation

2023-02-05T17:14:49.601Z

AC Milan are considering making an offer for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang this summer, Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

The striker is expected to leave Chelsea after being left out of the Champions League squad and travelled to Milan on Friday.

Chelsea eye Luis Enrique as Potter replacement

2023-02-05T15:57:23.000Z

Chelsea are open to hiring Luis Enrique as coach if they choose to replace Graham Potter, according to Fichajes.

Chelsea have been disappointing under Potter and they could decide to sack him and bring in the ex-Barcelona and Spain coach.

Barca still want Foyth

2023-02-05T15:28:55.000Z

Barcelona are still interested in signing Juan Foyth, claims Sport.

The Camp Nou side want to strengthen at right-back in the summer and coach Xavi sees the Villarreal defender as a top option.

Three clubs show interest in signing Chelsea forward

2023-02-05T15:00:06.000Z

Three European giants AC Milan, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are reportedly keen on signing out of favour Chelsea star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang according to The Daily Mail.

The former Arsenal star moved to Chelsea from Barcelona in the summer but Catalan giants are now reportedly keen on re-signing the striker.

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Man Utd eye move for La Liga star

2023-02-05T14:32:29.957Z

Manchester United are interested in signing Real Betis forward Borja Iglesias according to Fichajes.

Another Premier League side Brighton are also in the race to rope in the 30-year-old Spaniard.

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Leeds star could leave in the summer

2023-02-05T14:00:40.000Z

Leeds United winger Jack Harrison could leave the club next summer according to 90min.

Harrison was linked with a move away from Leeds during the January window and Leicester were keen on signing the player but a deal eventually did not materialise.

Zaniolo remains open to joining Galatasaray

2023-02-05T13:30:49.000Z

Premier League giants show interest in Barcelona star

2023-02-05T12:45:18.000Z

North London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Barcelona winger Ansu Fati according to Mundo Deportivo.

The Spanish international has appeared in just seven league matches for the Catalan giants and could be tempted to make a move to the Premier League if his club permit.

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PSG director confirms they are in talks with Messi over new deal

2023-02-05T12:00:54.000Z

Chelsea join race to sign Napoli star

2023-02-05T11:15:27.000Z

Chelsea are the latest club to show interest in signing Napoli's star striker Victor Osimhen according to Mirror.

The Blues will face competition from Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain who are keen on signing the player.

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Former Real Madrid star linked with a move to Everton

2023-02-05T10:30:33.000Z

Isco, who terminated his contract with Sevilla and was close to joining Union Berlin in January before the deal collapsed, is now being linked with a move to Everton and Juventus TuttoJuve.

The 30-year-old is open to a move to the Premier League if Everton submits a proposal with the player's representatives.

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Newcastle keen on signing Chelsea midfielder in summer

2023-02-05T09:43:44.128Z

Newcastle United continue to remain interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher in the summer according to Football Insider.

The Magpies reportedly had held talks with the Blues over a possible transfer of Gallagher in January but Chelsea did not want to let him leave until they secure Enzo Fernandez's service.

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Declan Rice will move out of West Ham in summer

2023-02-05T09:00:46.000Z

Madueke wanted to move back to Premier League

2023-02-05T08:30:52.000Z

Aubameyang will leave Chelsea in summer

2023-02-05T08:00:46.000Z

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will leave Chelsea in the summer of 2023 according to Fabrizio Romano via Caughtoffside.

In his column the journalist wrote, "I think Aubameyang will 100% leave Chelsea in 2023, the plan is clear."

Galatasaray in talks to sign Zaniolo from Roma

2023-02-05T07:30:04.000Z

Julián Araujo to Barcelona deal collapses

2023-02-05T07:00:02.000Z

Rice will cost more than £106m Fernandez - Moyes

2023-02-04T22:41:43.360Z

David Moyes says Declan Rice will command a transfer fee much greater than the £106 million record Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernandez.

The England midfielder is tipped to make a big money move this summer, with Arsenal and Manchester United said to be among the teams after him.

But Moyes says he will smash the British record transfer fee that Chelsea set when they brought Fernandez to Stamford Bridge in January.

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Bayern lead Arsenal & Man Utd in Ansu Fati chase (Mundo Deportivo)

2023-02-04T22:39:30.000Z

Bayern Munich have been the most persistent club enquiring about Barcelona star Ansu Fati.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the German side are heavily interested in him, as are Arsenal, Manchester United and Tottenham.

Fabio Cannavaro sacked by Benevento

2023-02-04T22:34:37.000Z

Italy and Juventus legend Fabio Cannavaro has been sacked by Benevento, the Serie B team confirmed.

The coach, along with his assistant and brother Paolo and sporting director Pasquale Foggia have been relieved of their duties with the team sitting in the relegation zone.

Spurs target Atletico duo Oblak & Carrasco

2023-02-04T22:29:43.000Z

Tottenham are considering moves for Atletico Madrid players Jan Oblak and Yannick Carrasco.

The Premier League side want to invest in a new goalkeeper and a winger in the summer Marca says they see the Atletico stars as ideal candidates.

Chelsea plot summer move for Leao

2023-02-04T22:23:49.000Z

Chelsea are ready to pounce on AC Milan star Rafael Leao as the winger's contract talks with the Serie A side stall.

La Stampa claims the Portugal international is at a standstill with Milan because he wants a reduced release clause in the new deal and needs the club to pay the €19 million he owes to Sporting CP for terminating his deal with them.

Chelsea are set to come to Leao's rescue this summer as they continue to strengthen in attack.

However, Leao himself has denied anything is amiss in contract talks with AC Milan.

Man Utd prepare £72m Valverde offer (Fichajes)

2023-02-04T22:18:52.000Z

Manchester United are preparing an £72 million bid for Real Madrid star Federico Valverde.

Fichajes claims the Red Devils hope to strengthen their squad with the Uruguayan but Real Madrid do not want to sell him.

Valverde was in form throughout the first half of the campaign but like many of his club team-mates has struggled to find his best self since the World Cup.

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