ERLING HAALAND is reportedly ‘unlikely’ to make the move to Chelsea this summer due to his hefty price tag.
And reports suggest that the Blues could be able to lose Timo Werner to Real Madrid after shock interest from Los Blancos.
Also in the capital, David Moyes has committed his future to West Ham by signing a new three-year deal.
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‘SO MUCH POWER’
Kylian Mbappe admitted he is a big fan of Liverpool transfer target Jeremy Doku.
In an interview with France Football, Mbappe said: “Recently, I was speaking with my father about a player who impressed me because of his speed qualities, that is (Jérémy) Doku, at Rennes.
“In 5 years as a professional, I have never seen someone from a standing start demonstrate so much power.
“In terms of an incredibly quick player, I would also put Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
“Neymar too, certainly before his injuries. He could change direction with crazy ease.
“There are also players less explosive from a standing start like Kyle Walker at Manchester City. He is like a tank once he hits his speed once he gets into it.”
The right back’s speed and form for Rennes has gained attraction from several suitors, including Liverpool.
PAY DAY GROAN
Juventus have bettered Barcelona’s offer for Memphis Depay – leaving the Spanish giants fearing another last-gasp hijack after PSG beat them to Georginio Wijnaldum.
PSG nipped in for Wijnaldum with a huge pay offer – and now Juve are said to have offered ex-Manchester United man Depay more money than Barcelona.
Mundo Deportivo say Barca offered a longer contract – three years, with the option of another 12 months.
But Juve are thought to have countered that with a wage package for the 27-year-old worth around £2.5m more.
The suggestion in Spain is that Depay’s head has been turned by Juve matching their enthusiasm to sign him with an eye-watering salary.
And it’s also claimed Barca will NOT respond with an improved pay offer of their own.
WHAM, BAM, THANK YOU RAM
Arsenal icon Aaron Ramsey has revealed his time at Juventus has been ‘very difficult and frustrating’ as his club future was plunged into more doubt.
Speaking to La Repubblica, he said: “The last two seasons at Juve have been very difficult, frustrating, not only from a physical point of view.
“There have been factors and changes that I was not used to. In the national team, on the other hand, I am happy to have a team that follows me step by step.
“They understand me, they know what I need and also what my body needs.
“Unfortunately sometimes the teams always continue to work in a certain way, too.
“When a player would need more attention… at least now I have the right people around me and then I’ll do everything to get back to a place where I can feel good again, and have confidence.”
NOU DEAL
Barcelona are set to offer exciting teenager Ilaix Moriba a new contract, according to reports.
In a season which didn’t bring Barca fans much joy, the emergence of Moriba is one thing to celebrate.
The 18-year-old played a big role this season, making 18 first team appearances across all competitions.
And he managed to find the back of the net once, whilst also providing three assists.
According to Spanish outlet Marca, Barca will sit down with the teenager next week to offer him a three or four-year deal.
Moriba’s current contract expires in the summer of 2022.
MANN DOWN
Man City and Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann has confirmed that he was not happy when he was benched at various points this season.
And the Frenchman has also squashed murmurs of a rift with Barca and football legend in the making, Lionel Messi.
In an interview with L’Equipe, as seen on Marca, he said: “Yes [I was unhappy at Barcelona]. When you lose the title, for example, it makes me sad.
“Also at the beginning of the season, because I wasn’t playing, I didn’t feel important. I’m used to playing everything – the big games – I find myself on the bench against Real Madrid.
“It’s annoying to see teammates warming up on the pitch while you are next to them.
“But these are the coach’s decisions and I have to accept it and do everything I can to change his mind.”
Antoine Griezmann denies that there is a rift with Barca legend and team-mate Lionel Messi CITY SLICKER
Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon has urged Man City to sign Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney.
Writing in The Times, he said: “When I had him at Celtic, Kieran was really confused about what to do in terms of leaving because the club meant so much to him.
“Ambition and finances meant he made the right call for his career.
“For me, he’s Arsenal’s best player. I could see him going to Manchester City, he’s got all the tools to play for them.
“He’s maybe not got the all-rounded left foot that Andy has, that natural whip, but he’s got everything else and he sees things. He’s so athletic and powerful.”
GLAD TO HEAR IT
Liverpool are holding talks to sign Florian Neuhaus from Borussia Monchengladbach after Gini Wijnaldum’s exit, reports say.
Dutchman Wijnaldum bid farewell to Liverpool after five years as he decided to leave on a free transfer.
Having initially looked set for a move to Barcelona, PSG hijacked the deal at the last minute by offering Wijnaldum higher wages.
The midfielder, 30, is now due to join the French giants on July 1, with Liverpool already looking for replacements.
According to SPORT1, they have started negotiations to sign Neuhaus, who made 45 appearances last season, with eight goals and assists.
But it is claimed Liverpool are yet to make an official offer to either Monchengladbach or the player.
Liverpool are reportedly holding talks to sign Florian Neuhaus from Monchengladbach BLUE BLOOD
Man Utd summer target Jadon Sancho has admitted that grew up a Chelsea fan.
The Borussia Dortmund and England ace also revealed that he idolised Frank Lampard and Didier Drogba growing up.
Speaking to talkSPORT, Camberwell-born Sancho said: “I was a Chelsea fan growing up, I can’t lie.
“Didier Drogba and Frank Lampard were my favourite players at the time.
“I just love Frank Lampard and how he played his game; he was so direct and so composed on the ball.
“I like things like that.”
WAN AND ONLY
PSG star Mauro Icardi and his wife Wanda Nara have been enjoying a luxury holiday in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
The pair have enjoyed going deep-sea diving and swimming with dolphins.
Nara, 34, has been sharing their travels to her 7.8million followers on Instagram.
Last week, Wanda shared their experience on a safari – checking out zebras, elephants and many more animals.
Sticking with the theme of the holiday, Nara showed off her leopard-print swimsuit whilst diving off the coast of Zanzibar.
The pair explored the ocean in awe of the marine wildlife, including the beautiful royal blue tang and dolphins.
Wanda Nara goes snorkelling in a leopard-skin swimsuit Icardi is enjoying some time off
CRO-CIAL KNOWLEDGE
An England fan flew a banner over their training base with tactical advice warning most Croatia goals ‘come down the left’.
Gareth Southgate’s side kick off their Euros campaign against Croatia at Wembley tomorrow afternoon.
And just a day before tournament opener, Southgate and the squad were given a helping hand from outside the camp.
A banner flying over St George’s Park read ‘most #Cro goals come down left’.
England fan flew a banner over their training base with tactical advice JOAQ TO THE FUTURE
Arsenal have reportedly made their first offer to sign Lazio forward Joaquin Correa.
The Argentina international, 26, chipped in with 11 goals and six assists in 38 games during the 2020-21 campaign.
According to Calciomercato, the Gunners have submitted a £17million offer.
Though the Serie A side are refusing to tell him unless they receive a fee in the region of £26m.
MOY BUENO
West Ham have announced that manager David Moeys has signed new three-year contract.
There had been speculation leading the Scotsman with a return to Everton.
Commenting on his new contract, he said: “I am delighted to have committed my future to West Ham United
“This is where I want to be and I’m happy. I’m excited to be given this opportunity to build on what we all have already achieved here.
“The owners and I are fully aligned with how we want to keep developing and improving the football club.
“The Board and everyone at the Club have been fantastic to work with, giving me great support and I feel that we are all united in what we want to achieve in the coming years and how we might be able to achieve those things.”
RUN FOR KOVA
Chelsea and Croatia ace Mateo Kovacic believes the midfield battle will be key during their clash against England on Sunday.
He said: “I see the midfield as the main topic here. England are very good in terms of attacking, as are we, so it’s two pretty big teams and it’s gonna be a tough team in terms of the midfield.
“They have an excellent midfield. [Mason] Mount is in excellent form. [Declan] Rice as well in West Ham, and [Jordan] Henderson. They have a lot of quality there but so have we – we have excellence there.
“So it’s going to be a tough match, a lot of fights in the midfield, but we’re ready for that. We all know what kind of match we have ahead of us.
“We’re preparing and we are for every match and we’re going to do our best and give our all.”
TELLI VISION
Arsenal are keeping tabs on Italy and Sassuolo’s Manuel Locatelli at Euro 2020, according to reports.
The midfielder was a standout performer for Sassuolo in Serie A, helping them to an eighth-placed finish.
It earned him a place in Roberto Mancini’s 26-man squad for the delayed European Championships, which kicked off with Italy beating 3-0.
Locatelli started in a three-man midfield, partnering Chelsea’s Jorginho and Nicolo Barella of Inter Milan.
And according to Sky Italia, Arsenal could have been watching with keen interest after targeting the 23-year-old.
Manchester City, PSG, Juventus and Borussia Dortmund are also among the clubs interested in the Italian.
Sassuolo are reluctant to sell such a key part of their side, but it is believed an offer of £34million would be enough to convince them into a deal.
Arsenal are reportedly keeping tabs on Italy and Sassuolo’s Manuel Locatelli TRIP NOT IT
Man Utd legend Rio Ferdinand has told his former club NOT to sign England right-back Kieran Trippier.
Ferdinand, 42, believes that the LaLiga winner doesn’t fit the profile of right-back that Man Utd should be looking to sign this summer.
But admits that he sees the quality the 30-year-old has and what he brings to the table.
Speaking to Metro, he said: “I don’t think they’d buy someone to come in and play [every week], I think whoever’s coming in there is going to be playing backup.
“They spent £50m on Wan-Bissaka, not to be a backup or No2. He [Trippier] wouldn’t be my choice if I’m honest, but I see the qualities he has.
“But Trippier definitely wouldn’t be my choice in terms of the profile of player that I’d be bringing in to play as a No2 right-back.”
TIM FOR A CHANGE?
Real Madrid are reportedly eyeing up a shock move for Chelsea forward Timo Werner.
Despite impressing under Thomas Tuchel, the German has struggled for goals having just scored just six times in the Premier League.
According to Fichajes, Carlo Ancelotti is an admirer of the ex-RB Leipzig.
The Italian is said to have spoken about Werner to the Real board as he looks to bring in players this summer.
It has been claimed that Chelsea would be open to selling Werner if they receive a substantial offer.
NAI BOTHER
Villarreal boss Unai Emery has purchased a controlling stake in Real Union – the club his father and grandfather both played for.
The ex-Arsenal boss, 49, has long been rumoured to take control of the LaLiga founding club that has fallen on hard times in recent years.
Negotiations first started between Emery and third-tier outfit Union last year, only for the coronavirus pandemic to put a temporary halt to talks.
Emery was joined by his brother Igor as well as his lawyer Jose Reta as the Union ownership changed hands.
It remains to be seen what plans the Spanish gaffer has for Union, who have suffered from economic difficulties in recent years.
DOR CLOSED
Chelsea are ‘unlikely’ to sign Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland this summer.
Speaking on Sky Sports Transfer Centre, German journalist Rahpael Honigstein said: “There is a possibility but it’s unlikely at this point because the price tag is so big.
“There is also a huge wage bill implication for whoever gets Haaland. They’d have to smash their wage bill and I think a lot of clubs are wary [of that].
“Haaland is available next season for a fairly reasonable 75m euros – that’s not official but it’s a pretty open secret.
“Whatever happens this season, it would really have to force Dortmund’s hand in a way that they can’t say no.
“I think that could be even beyond the wealthiest clubs in Europe this summer.”
Chelsea are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland THIS IS EUR MOMENT
SOL CAMPBELL EXCLUSIVE – I’ve never felt more cheated than after my last England game at a Euros.
That’s why I urge Gareth Southgate’s squad to be themselves and leave nothing behind — because they may never be in this position again.
Having my extra-time winner against Portugal in Lisbon in 2004 wrongly disallowed was the most frustrating moment of my career.
It was the second time it had happened to me, after the game against Argentina at the 1998 World Cup.
In Saint-Etienne the referee said there was a foul by Alan Shearer before I headed it in.
Having my extra-time winner against Portugal in Lisbon in 2004 wrongly disallowed was the most frustrating moment of my career.
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WHAT ZIYECH?
AC Milan reportedly remain keen to bring Hakim Ziyech to the San Siro next season.
The Chelsea playmaker could be on the move after just one season at Stamford Bridge.
According to Tuttosport, the Morocco international could be available on loan.
Though it has been claimed that it would be difficult for the Serie A side to secure his services.
LONDON CALLING
Arsenal have reportedly contacted Man Utd over a possible move to sign Donny van de Beek.
Mikel Arteta is in the market to sign a new midfielder with the likes of Granit Xhaka, Matteo Guendouzi and Lucas Torreira all likely to leave.
And with Van de Beek struggling for game time at Old Trafford, it has been said that the Gunners would be keen to lure him to North London.
According to 90min, Arsenal have been in touch with the Red Devils to see if they would be prepared to part ways with him.
And they have requested United to keep them updated on his situation at the club.
GUNNER JOIN?
Arsenal are reportedly stepping up their interest in Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma.
The Seagulls ace is a know Gunners fan, and has been heavily linked with a move to the Emirates, as well as to Leicester in recent days.
But according to 90min, the Mali international isn’t keen on a move so far up north.
And the news outlet states that Arsenal are looking to strengthen their interest in the ex-Lille ace.
Arsenal are also understood to be eyeing up a move to bring his team-mate Ben White to Arsenal.
LION IN BED
There’s just one thing Mason Mount doesn’t enjoy about being at a major tournament with best friend Declan Rice – the early morning wake-up call.
Mount and West Ham star Rice, mates since they were at the Chelsea Academy together, have rooms next to each other at England’s St George’s Park headquarters.
Mount said: “He is there next door and every time he wakes up, he wakes up earlier than me and he tries to knock on my door and wake me up to go to breakfast every morning.
“I might have to move a couple of doors down so I’m not right next to him.
“To have my best mate with me and to go through this experience with him and obviously all of the other boys as well, it means a lot.
“It’s something that is very special to us and that we’ll remember for a long time.”
FAIL OF ROM
Former Man Utd striker Romelu Lukaku has described his hapless spell at Chelsea as a ‘failure’ amid reports suggesting he is targeted by his former club.
Lukaku enjoyed a stunning season at Inter Milan as he led the Serie A giants to their first Scudetto in 11 years with 24 goals in 36 league appearances.
The Belgian star has also expressed his desire to stay at Inter despite their financial difficulties.
Lukaku told HLN when asked to choose between his current employers and the Blues: “Inter. Inter. I have won a title with Inter.
“That was a childhood dream too. At one team I had success, at the other one it was a failure.”
SAUL OVER IT
Chelsea are reportedly ready to rival Manchester United in the chase for Saul Niguez as Atletico Madrid lower their asking price to £68million.
The Premier League pair are joined by PSG, Juventus and Bayern Munich in tracking the highly rated midfielder.
He is highly rated at Atletico, but due to financial strains amid the coronavirus pandemic, they are open to selling him.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Niguez has release clause of £130m with his contract expiring in 2016.
But Atletico will listen to offers of around £68m and Juventus are said to be the most interested.
Chelsea are ready to rival Manchester United in the transfer chase for Saul Niguez
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
