Transfer news LIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo fears he’ll be STUCK at Man Utd, Messi in DISAGREEMENT with Mbappe over Neymar
CRISTIANO RONALDO is reportedly worried that he could end up STUCK at Man Utd.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has pulled out of the Red Devils' pre-season tour but speculation over a move to the likes of Chelsea or Barcelona has yet to turn into anything concrete.
Barca have meanwhile CONFIRMED they have made a £34m bid for Robert Lewandowski.
The 33-year-old striker has entered the final year of his contract at Bayern Munich and has declared that he will not sign an extension
Elsewhere, PSG's big three are said to be at loggerheads with Kylian Mbappe and Lionel Messi disagreeing over the future of Neymar.
Mbappe was reported to have been given an additional say in transfer policy after rejecting Real Madrid to stay in Paris.
And Manchester United have now accepted that they will LOSE Cristiano Ronaldo this summer, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
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Arsenal chasing the 'new Eden Hazard'
Arsenal have bid for the 'new Eden Hazard' - Lille winger Edon Zhegrova - according to reports.
The Kosova star, 23, would be a cheaper alternative to Chelsea and Barcelona target Raphinha.
And Kosovan journalist, claims the Gunners have made an 'official offer' for 28-cap Zhegrova.
Silva set for Anderlecht on loan
Wolves' Fabio Silva is set to sign for Belgium club Anderlecht.
Silva, 19, arrived at the Midlands club in 2020 and was highly-tipped as one of the stars of the future.
However, things have not gone to plan for him since his £35million transfer.
The Portuguese striker is now on the verge of completing a loan move to Anderlecht in order to help him re-find his best form, according to .
The deal will not include an option to buy and Silva's full salary will be covered by the Belgium club.
United confirm missing Ronaldo
The club have confirmed that Ronaldo will NOT be part of Manchester United’s pre-season tour.
A United spokesperson said: “Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of the Manchester United party scheduled to depart for our pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday.
“He has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
“Cristiano remains under contract with Manchester United for another season and he is not for sale.”
Ronaldo NOT to travel to pre-season tour
Ronaldo will reportedly MISS Manchester United’s pre-season tour.
Samuel Luckhurst of the Manchester Evening News tweeted: “Cristiano Ronaldo will not travel with the Man Utd squad to Bangkok for the start of their pre-season tour tomorrow.
“Club say Ronaldo has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
Ronaldo won’t go to Chelsea, says McManaman
Former Liverpool midfielder and now BT pundit Steve McManaman insists Manchester United’s Ronaldo will not move to a league rival.
The 37-year-old superstar has been linked with a sensational move away from Old Trafford after just one season back at the Red Devils.
And McManaman reckons a switch to Chelsea – or any other Prem team – is not on the cards.
The former Liverpool star told Horseracing.net: “I’d be amazed if he went to Chelsea. Amazed.
“I can’t see him going to another English team. I just cannot see it happening.”
Arsenal star wanted by Championship clubs
Arsenal star Matt Smith is wanted by a host of Championship clubs including Millwall and Luton this summer, writes Daniel Cutts.
He has been loaned out to League One sides over the last few seasons including at Swindon and Charlton.
And after a spell at relegated Doncaster last year, a number of sides are looking to snap him up on a permanent deal.
It is understood Millwall and Luton have tracked his progress, and are targeting a bid ahead of the new campaign.
Everton plan Gordon mega deal
Everton are planning to fend off interest in Anthony Gordon by offering him a new contract.
Gordon has caught the attention of Tottenham and Newcastle this summer.
However, Everton are not willing to let the winger go without a fight, according to the Daily Mail.
The Toffees hope a new mega-deal will be enough to convince Gordon to remain at Goodison Park, the report adds.
Tuchel ‘pushing’ for Kimpembe
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is reportedly “pushing” for his side to make a bid for Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe.
The German managed Kimpembe at PSG for two-and-a-half years prior to his December 2020 dismissal.
He is now claimed to be keen on a reunion in West London as he plots to reshape his defence.
According to , Tuchel is “pushing” for Chelsea to bid for Kimpembe.
The 26-year-old has two years left on his PSG contract and new sporting director Luis Campos believes that his side could cash in.
Chelsea plan ‘£14m Ronaldo bid’
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Cristiano Ronaldo. reports claim.
The Blues are on the brink of completing the signing of Raheem Sterling for £45m.
And they plan to follow that up by bringing in Ronaldo next, Football Insider claim.
To do so, Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
The Blues decided to push ahead with a bid for Ronaldo after club boss Thomas Tuchel and owner Todd Boehly discussed his recruitment.
Suarez still available as free agent
Premier League teams are on high alert as Luis Suarez has revealed he will not join River Plate.
Suarez spoke to : “I was really tempted despite my plan to stay in Europe because River were pushing a lot to sign me, but the deal has collapsed as they’re now out of the Copa Libertadores.”
Meaning that Suarez is still available as free agent.
Leeds sign Sinisterra
Leeds United have announced the signing of Luis Sinisterra from Feyenoord.
The 23-year-old has penned a five-year-deal until 2027.
However, the transfer fee for the Colombian hasn’t been disclosed yet.
Joe Gomez signs new deal with Liverpool
Joe Gomez has signed a new contract at Liverpool.
The 25-year-old put pen to paper on the deal today to extend his seven-year spell with the Reds "into the coming seasons".
The former Charlton defender told : “It's obviously a special moment for me and my family.
"Another one that you dream of as a kid and one I don't take for granted.
Credit: Getty - Contributor “It is an unbelievable place to be; in my eyes, probably one of the best - if not the best - clubs in the world at the minute. The opportunity to extend my stay here was an easy decision to make, really.
“Obviously, I have been here quite a while now, but in the grand scheme of things I still feel young and, like you say, the best years are ahead of me. I have got more to learn and the time to do that.
“I think I have the platform here to do it with the manager and the coaching staff around me and my teammates, to make sure the best years are ahead.”
Barcelona place £34million transfer offer for Lewandowski
Barcelona are "waiting on a response" after making a bid for Bayern Munich wantaway Robert Lewandowski.
That is according to club president club president Joan Laporta.
Laporta has confirmed that a £34million transfer offer has been made by the Catalan giants.
Man United Anthony bid rejected
Man United have reportedly seen a bid rejected for transfer target Antony, according to reports.
According to Goal, Man Utd tabled a bid worth £51million for Brazil international Antony, but the offer was turned down with Ajax holding out for more.
The Dutch champions would like to collect a fee closer to £68m, putting United nearly £20m short of the valuation.
However, Antony’s representatives are pushing for the Amsterdam-based side to sell the forward for a lower prize to get a deal done with United.
Ronaldo dejected by lack of transfer activity, says Rio
Cristiano Ronaldo has been watching the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal make transfer deals all summer whilst Man United have struggled to keep up.
And this is one of the main reasons Ronaldo wants out from Old Trafford.
That’s the view of Rio Ferdinand, who said: “He’ll be sitting there, on his sun lounger, on his yacht, on his jet, wherever he is in the world.
“Seeing Manchester City signing Haaland. Seeing Liverpool signing Nunez, among other players. Phillips has just gone to Manchester City as well.
“He would be thinking ‘we had work catching these guys, anyway, before these big signings come into these football clubs and now they are jumping even further away from us’.
“Arsenal are making moves. He’s sitting there thinking ‘when is my team going to start making moves’”.
Chelsea in talks with James for new deal
Chelsea want to extend the contract of defender Reece James.
i news report that talks are expected to take place “within the next few weeks” between club and player reps.
The 22-year-old’s current deal runs until 2025.
James earns around £80k-a-week and the England international would be expected to receive a boost to this.
De Ligt ‘snubs Chelsea transfer’
Barcelona and Bayern Munich have emerged as Matthijs de Ligt’s preferred destinations this summer.
The Juventus defender was high on Chelsea’s list as they look to rebuild their depleted defence.
Talks were ongoing between Juve and the Blues who disagreed over De Ligt’s valuation.
But now, the Dutch defender’s camp have suspended talks with the Blues, according to BILD reporter Christian Falk.
He claims De Ligt’s representatives are intent on getting him to Barcelona or Bayern Munich.
Pereira set for Fulham medical
Fulham are reportedly on the brink of signing Man United winger Andreas Pereira.
Pereira has been on loan with Flamengo, who wanted to keep hold of him permanently.
But the Cottagers have swooped in to snag Pereira who's set to undergo his medical in London, according to 90min.
Williams nears Liverpool exit
Liverpool ace Neco Williams is reportedly in advanced talks with Nottingham Forest.
A deal between the Reds and Forest is yet to finalised, according to the Liverpool Echo.
But the Prem sides are in talks over a £16m transfer for Williams, it was added.
Lenglet to Tottenham confirmed
Tottenham are on the brink of signing Barcelona ace Clement Lenglet on loan.
SunSport reported last week that Spurs were closing in on the defender.
And now, discussions between the parties have been concluded, Fabrizio Romano has reported.
Lenglet's agreed a deal until 2023 with Antonio Conte's side, it was added.
However, a few minor issues need to be ironed out between Spurs and Barca. although an option to buy clause hasn't been embedded in the deal.
Prem clubs in transfer battle
Fulham and Nottingham Forest are competing to sign £12million Lille midfield ace Yusuf Yazici, STEVE GOODMAN WRITES.
The Turkey international helped his French club pip Paris Saint-Germain to the 2021 Ligue 1 title.
He has spent the last six months on loan to CSKA Moscow, scoring eight goals in 12 games for the Russian Premier League side.
Yazici, 25, returned to Lille last month. Reports in Turkey and Russia have since linked him with the two Premier League newcomers.
Dybala to Iner confirmed
Paulo Dybala has accepted Inter Milan's offer to join the club, according to reports.
Gazzetta dello Sport have revealed that Dybala has penned a contract worth €5 million per season, with a €1 million bonus based on appearances.
However, Inter will have to sell some stars to make space for the striker, the report added.
Leeds sign Sinisterra
Leeds United have announced the signing of Luis Sinisterra from Feyenoord.
The 23-year-old has penned a five-year-deal until 2027.
However, the transfer fee for the Colombian hasn't been disclosed yet.
Huddersfield Town boss quits
Carlos Corberan has QUIT as boss of Huddersfield Town.
Corberan informed the club he was leaving on Wednesday.
His long-term colleague Jorge Alarcon will follow him out the door.
The 39-year-old joined the club in 2020, and lead them to the Championship Play-Off final last season.
Fulham close in on Diop
Fulham are reportedly leading the race to sign Issa Diop from West Ham.
The Cottagers have already tabled two offers to acquire the defender which haven't been well received by the Hammers.
Fulham's first offer of around £10m was swiftly rebuffed by the Hammers, although their second bid of £12.7m was more to David Moyes' team's liking.
The main issue now is the bonuses West Ham want to gain from the proposal, according to Foot Mercato.
However, talks between the sides are ongoing and a breakthrough is expected in the coming days, Sports Witness reported.