Chelsea ‘to make Haaland transfer bid’, Buendia to Villa, Messi PSG talks ‘confirmed’, Wijnaldum snubs Barca for Paris

EXCLUSIVE – KEN LAWRENCE

Daniel Levy will demand a cash-only deal for star striker Harry Kane.

The Tottenham chairman wants at least £150million for his England captain – if he is prepared to let him leave at all, that is.

But he is definitely not interested in ‘cast-offs’ as part of a player-exchange deal for the 27-year-old.

VOLLEY HEAVEN

We all love a good volley – especially when it’s scored at the Euros.

Here are five of the very best…

EXCLUSIVE – TEDDY SHERINGHAM INTERVIEW

When we think of Euro ’96, several beautiful images come to mind – Gazza’s goal, Pearce’s ­penalty and all of the win against Holland.

But two unpleasant images pop up too – one being a heartbroken Gareth Southgate after his penalty miss in the semi-final against Germany.

And, from a month or so before that, the photos of the infamous night out in Hong Kong.

Teddy Sheringham, his clothes inexplicably in shreds, was one of many faces staring out of our front pages along with a spirit-soaked Gazza, obviously enjoying an almighty pre-tournament bender.

Click here to read Adrian Chiles’ interview with Teddy Sheringham

GERMANY WIN 7-1

Germany have beaten Latvia 7-1 ahead of their opening Euro 2020 match against France on Tuesday, June 15.

And the goals came from seven different players, with ex-Manchester City star Leroy Sane getting the last.

NEW DOF AT SPURS

Fabio Paratici is set to become Tottenham’s new director of football, according to reports.

The ex-Juve chief’s arrival in North London is expected to be announced very soon.

WIJN YOUR HEART

PSG have hijacked Barcelona’s move for Georgino Wijnaldum to sign the midfielder.

The 30-year-old is leaving Liverpool this month after his contract expires at Anfield.

Spanish giants Barcelona thought they were in pole position to seal a deal for the Dutchman.

But Italian football journalist Fabrizio Romano claims they have been usurped by the Ligue 1 club.

Wijnaldum has allegedly already penned his contract at PSG.

The star is believed to have committed his future to Mauricio Pochettino’s team until 2024.

He is set to undergo a medical this evening and if no problems arise from that then transfer will be officially confirmed.

NEUER BRINGS UP HIS CENTURY

Manuel Neuer has picked up his 100th senior cap for Germany this evening in their friendly against Latvia.

The skipper has enjoyed a wonderful international career to date, winning the 2014 World Cup.

Can he lead the Germans to European glory this summer?

GERMANS LOOKING GOOD

Germany are beating Latvia 5-0 at half-time in their final friendly before Euro 2020.

Joachim Low’s side face France in their opening match of the tournament on Tuesday, June 15.

BOO ARE YA?

Rio Ferdinand has slammed fans who boo England players taking the knee as ‘ignorant’.

A number of supporters at the Three Lions’ Euro 2020 warm-up friendlies jeered the pre-game gesture.

Ferdinand told his YouTube channel: “These fans, these ignorant people going to these games, they haven’t got a clue.

“They don’t know what the players are kneeling for. It’s not a political stance.

“All these people saying, ‘BLM is a political movement’ – [the knee] is nothing to do with [BLM]. So take that out of your mind.”

NOT GUNNER LEAVE

Manchester City star Riyad Mahrez has quashed any rumours linking him with a shock move to Arsenal this summer.

The Algerian was touted as a potential target for Mikel Arteta – whom he worked with during the latter’s time as Pep Guardiola’s assistant.

The Gunners were also strongly linked with a move for the winger during his Leicester days before he joined the Premier League champions.

And it was said Arsenal could reignite their interest with City looking to get the 30-year-old off the wage bill to make room for new signings.

But Mahrez has reaffirmed his commitment to the Sky Blues following his nation’s 1-0 victory against Mali.

He told DZ Sport: “There is nothing about my future. I am well in Manchester. I will stay God willing.”

ERLI RISER

Chelsea are hard at work formulating a deal to sign Erling Haaland, according to reports.

Thomas Tuchel has delivered the Champions League to Stamford Bridge and is being given a huge transfer fund to plot a Premier League title bid.

A new striker is among their targets with Romelu Lukaku and Harry Kane joining Haaland in being linked with the Blues.

According to former Norway striker turned pundit Jan Aage Fjortoft, the Borussia Dortmund star is the number one priority.

Chelsea are working ‘intensely’ to beat Manchester United, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Manchester City to the 20-year-old, it is said.

However, Haaland’s wage demands are reportedly the biggest stumbling block in the deal.

NO HEART OR SOL

Arsenal legend Sol Campbell has blasted the current Gunners after claiming that his old club have become ‘soft’.

Speaking to Ladbrokes at the launch of their new European Championships 5-a-side Bet, Campbell said: “When I was at Arsenal we had a team of tough guys… I don’t know whether things have softened now.

“When I was there we had a team full of tough guys. All great gentlemen, straight-talking.

“There were loads of characters, great banter and with that came a few fights from time to time. But above all that, it was a team full of great personalities; great people.

“We didn’t shy away from things at all. Is football like that now? Are Arsenal like that now? I don’t think so.

“We were ruthless gentlemen. There is such a thing; you know what’s good and what’s bad but when it comes to football there’s no mucking around.

“It’s as simple as that.”

‘SHAMBLES’

Norwich City fans have blasted their new shirt sponsor for being ‘soft porn’ and ‘sexist’.

The Canaries announced that they are being backed by Asian gambling firm BK8 in the Premier League next term.

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SANCHO £80M DEAL ‘CLOSE’

Manchester United are close to agreeing a deal for Jadon Sancho, according to The Times.

Borussia Dortmund are believed to have dropped their asking price to £80million – and United are reportedly willing to pay that amount.

The deal is also believed to include £20m worth of add-ons.

NO WAY XHAK

Granit Xhaka is close to joining Jose Mourinho at Roma, according to reports.

We’re keeping an eye on this story tonight…

PLAY OUR EUROS GAME

PIERRE WE GO

Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement with West Ham to sell midfield wonderkid Pierre Ekwah.

Sky Sports claimed that the 19-year-old’s move to the London Stadium is set to confirmed on Wednesday when the transfer window officially opens.

The highly-rated France youth international arrived at Stamford Bridge back in 2018 for £1.8 million from Nantes.

Ekwah, who is primarily a defensive midfielder who can also play at centre back, has recorded 13 caps for his country’s Under-16’s.

DAN IN THE DUMPS

Ex-Tottenham striker Mido has slammed Daniel Levy and has claimed the Spurs chief will never hire a demanding manager.

Levy held talks with former Chelsea chief Antonio Conte about becoming the new manager of the north Londoners last week.

GETTING SHIRTY

Russia have been left furious by Ukraine’s Euro 2020 kit that includes a map of their country including Crimea.

Ukraine unveiled their new yellow strip on Sunday ahead of the start of the tournament.

It includes a map of their nation on the front of their shirt.

Much to Russia’s anger, the Crimean peninsula is included in the design.

Also on the kit are the slogans ‘Glory to Ukraine!’ and ‘Glory to the heroes!’

The pro-Russian separatist-controlled regions of Donetsk and Lugansk also feature in the silhouette.

Russia annexed Crimea in 2014, considering the area to be part of their territory.

Though this has been rejected internationally, with the United Nations still recognising Crimea as being part of Ukraine.

‘LACK OF RESPECT’

Mexico fans were condemned for homophobic chanting that led to Sunday’s Nations League clash with United States being stopped for several minutes.

The final in Denver was marred by several incidents of fan unrest, which included missiles thrown at players, the game being paused, and a pitch invader.

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WHAT’S EDER UP TO?

Remember the last man to score in the Euros?

Eder, who hit the winner for Portugal in the 2016 final, is currently playing for Russian side Lokomotiv Moscow.

The 33-year-old hasn’t been included in Portugal’s squad for this summer’s tournament having not played international football since 2018.

He’ll always be an icon for that amazing winner, though.

READY OR SCOTT

You can take on Alex Scott in Dream Team Euros this summer and be in with a chance of winning £50,000.

The brilliant fantasy football game allows you to pit your wits against thousands of other players in a share for the top prize.

And best of all, it’s completely FREE to play.

The finals get underway on Friday, when Italy take on Turkey at the Stadio Olimpico.

So make sure you’ve picked your team by then.

Here’s Alex’s team…

WIJNALDUM’S BEST

Gini Wijnaldum is set to join Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer.

The Liverpool midfielder will be missed at Anfield after winning the Premier League and Champions League during a five-year spell.

He also spent a season at Newcastle United, scoring 11 Prem goals for the Magpies during the 2015-16 season.

Here’s his best goals in England…

ED-ING TO THE KP

Leicester City are closing in on Arsenal transfer target Odsonne Edouard after agreeing a £15million transfer in principle with Celtic.

The 23-year-old French striker cost Celtic a club-record £8million from Paris Saint-Germain in 2018.

He formed a strong bond with Brendan Rodgers, who described him as the best young player he had ever worked with.

Now the Foxes boss is set to be reunited with the prolific striker who has scored 55 goals in 75 Scottish Premiership starts for Celtic to become the pin-up boy of Parkhead.

Rodgers’ relationship with Edouard gave him the edge over fellow admirers Arsenal and Inter Milan who were also keen on the striker, who has entered the final year of his Celtic contract.

The Gunners remain on the hunt for a new striker, especially as Eddie Nketiah looks set to leave the Emirates this summer while Alexandre Lacazette may also be offloaded.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang endured a below-par season last term but Mikel Arteta cannot offer Eduoard European football.

EDDING TO ELLAND ROAD

Arsenal have offered Eddie Nketiah to Leeds for £20million, according to reports.

The Gunners are willing to sell the striker who previously spent time at Elland Road on loan.

Leeds are said to be in the market for a new forward to challenge star man Patrick Bamford and have been offered Nketiah, according to Football Insider. And Arsenal are open to offers for the 22-year-old.

Mikel Arteta is said to have sanctioned the sale. But the North Londoners want at least £20m for their academy product.

Nketiah’s contract has a year left to run so the club are looking to cash in now.