Neco Williams to Leeds, Man City make £100m ‘proposal’ for Harry Kane, Real Madrid eye Calvert-Lewin transfer EXCLUSIVE

CAL ME MAYBE

Arsenal have reportedly joined Man United in the hunt for Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

The Telegraph claims Mikel Arteta is ready to offload several players to raise funds for the England ace.

Everton are holding out for a £50million fee for their star man.

And SunSport understands Carlo Ancelotti would like to sign Calvert-Lewin for Real Madrid.

CAUGHT NAPPING

Napoli are ready to push through a £13.7million deal to land left-back Ben Davies, according to reports.

Tottenham are open to flogging the Welshman who played back-up to Sergio Reguilon for the majority of last season.

According to RAI, the Serie A side were initially hoping to land Chelsea’s Emerson Palmieri.

But the Italian international is also attracting interest from both Juventus and Inter Milan.

Therefore Davies is eyed as the ideal Plan B and Spurs’ new managing director Fabio Paratici is expected to help push through the deal.

DONE DEAL

Arsenal have allowed another youngster to depart the club as Cardiff City confirmed the signing of Mark McGuiness.

The 20-year-old defender has penned a three-year contract with Mick McCarthy’s Championship side.

Fellow Arsenal U23 players Trae Coyle and Zech Medley are also leaving the Emirates.

NAB NAT

Liverpool would be willing to sell centre-back Nat Phillips at the right price.

Goal are reporting that the former league champions are willing to do a deal if the price is right.

And the player himself is open to the idea of a move.

In an exclusive interview with Goal, Phillips said: “The plan at the moment is to go back to Liverpool for pre-season and just go from there, really.

“Every player wants to be playing games, and at the stage I’m at, I need to be playing games for my development.

“I think if you look from my first game last season to my last, there was development and I felt a lot more confident and comfortable.

“I want to keep that progression.

“In terms of Liverpool, they obviously play a huge amount of games every year.

“Game-time is never guaranteed for anyone, but it would depend on whether there’s enough opportunity within those games for me, I guess.”

Both Burnley and Brighton are believed to be interested in the 24-year-old defender.

MUCH-NEEDED FLAIR

Arsenal are looking to add some much-needed flair to their attack this summer.

According to football.london, Arsenal are interested in Barcelona’s Philippe Coutinho.

Citing Sport, football.london claim that Mikel Arteta is interested in bringing Coutinho to north London.

However, Coutinho’s knee injury which he is still recovering from is a cause for concern.

TWO-YEAR DEAL

Wolves have signed England youth international goalie Louie Moulden, ahead of the 19-year-old’s Manchester City contract expiring next week, writes GRAEME BRYCE.

The son of former Manchester City, Oldham and Birmingham City striker Paul Moulden, Louie progressed through the Liverpool and Manchester City Academy systems and has played for the Three Lions at every youth level up to Under-19’s.

The teenager has agreed a two-year-deal and will officially become a Wolves player on July 1 when his City contract expires after impressing during a trial period with the Molineux club.

FOX HUNTING

Leicester City have signed 16-year-old Liverpool midfielder Jack Lewis after a successful trial period with the Foxes, writes GRAEME BRYCE.

The club are also keen to sign Manchester United’s Wales youth international Chris Popov after the left-winger turned down an offer from the Red Devils.

He could join his former Man United teammate Jahmari Lindsay after the left-back swapped Old Trafford for the King Power last season. 

Meanwhile the Foxes hope to beat Chelsea to sign Hartlepool United’s 19-year-old goalie Brad Young on a three-year-deal.

‘TYPE OF STRIKER I LIKE’

Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon confirmed that he considered signing Watford’s Troy Deeney.

Speaking to Jim White on talkSPORT, he said: “I was a big fan of Troy in my first spell as Celtic manager, he’s the type of striker I like.

“I went down to watch him in that very famous play-off match where Leicester didn’t quite score a penalty and then 30 seconds later Troy’s put Watford to Wembley.

“Finances dictated things but whether Troy would have wanted to come or not is another thing. We were huge admirers of him… he was in his prime then.”

MESSI END

Barcelona could lose Lionel Messi on a free this summer because of the new LaLiga wage cap, writes SUNNI UPAL.

Argentine magician Messi, 33, is out of contract in a matter of days and hasn’t yet made a decision on his future.

Manchester City are among the European sides in pole position to land Messi if he leaves the Nou Camp.

But the decision might be taken out of Messi’s hands if Barcelona can’t register him next season.

LaLiga’s limit for the 2020-21 season was £328m while Barcelona’s pre-pandemic wage bill was £575m.

BID ACCEPTED

Burnley are closing in on signing Stoke City defender Nathan Collins.

The two clubs have agreed a fee believed to be in the region of
£12million.

The clarets have been watching Collins for some time, and now Sean Dyche will finally get his man.

Collins is an academy product of the former Premier League side, and can be versatile across the backline.

HEAD TURNED

Declan Rice has had his head turned by the prospect of playing for a bigger club.

Eurosport are reporting that sources close to the player believe he is interested in pursuing a move to a bigger club.

Chelsea – his boyhood club – are his most likely destination, but his price tag is proving to be difficult to match.

The Hammers value Rice north of £70million, and he’s a mainstay in Gareth Southgate’s England midfield adding to his price.

The report states that Rice would want wages worth £150,000 a week and a sizeable signing on fee.

Chelsea aren’t the only teams tracking Rice, they’re joined by the likes of Manchester City and Manchester United.

COM TO ANFIELD

Liverpool are keen on bringing French winger Kinglsey Coman to Anfield, according to reports.

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Jurgen Klopp in particular, is keen on the tricky winger.

And the players’ contract expires in the summer of 2023, so it’s better to sell to avoid losing him for free.

The price tag is, however, a sticking point.

And Bayern Munich’s valuation is close to 50 million euros, which doesn’t appeal to Liverpool who do not want to pay more than 35 million euros.

WHERE THERE’S A WILL

Southampton and Newcastle both want Manchester United’s Brandon Williams on loan, writes GARY STONEHOUSE.

The full-back, 20, struggled for match action last term after enjoying a fine breakthrough campaign in 2019/20.

The arrival of Alex Telles last year limited Williams to 14 appearances in all competitions – with just four of those coming in the Premier League.

Luke Shaw’s strong form has kept Williams out of the side, with the England international barely missing a match.

A host of clubs were keen on taking the defender on loan back in January but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer decided to keep the ace at Old Trafford.

But the United manager is now confident he has enough cover at left-back so is willing to let Williams leave.

GREAT SCOT

Aston Villa star John McGinn is reportedly being chased by Manchester United and Liverpool after impressing at Euro 2020, writes JAKE LAMBOURNE.

The Scottish midfielder, who has started in the opening two games for Steve Clarke’s side, is tied down at Villa Park until 2025.

But according to the Sunday Post via HITC, the 26-year-old could be on the move later this summer after three years spent with the Midlands side.

As well as his impressive performances for Villa in the last two Premier League seasons, his starring displays for Scotland have caught the eye of Liverpool and United.

McGinn was superb during the 0-0 draw against England on Friday, leading the news outlet to suggest the Premier League giants could step up their interest in him.

It has been stated that Villa value the player at £50million, though the report claims that a fee of £20m could be enough to secure his services.

SOON-TO-BE BAGGIES BOSS

West Brom are set to appoint Valerien Ismael a their new manager.

Acccording to the Daily Telegraph, the Baggies have agreed to pay Barnsley £2million in compensation for their manager.

The 45-year-old pulled off a miracle when he led Barnsley to the Championship play-offs in his first season in charge.

He will replace Sam Allardyce, who left after the club was relegated from the Premier League.

KOST A LOT

Liverpool will hold onto left-back Kostas Tsimikas for the 2021-22 season.

Tsimikas hasn’t featured much for Liverpool since joining from Olmypiacos for £11.7million back in August 2020.

But the Liverpool Echo claim that he won’t be moved on this summer.

Manager Jurgen Klopp is believed to be impressed with the Greek’s level of performance in training.

STAMP OF APPROVAL

Former Premier League footballer Darren Bent has given his stamp of approval over Arsenal’s plans to sign Brighton defender Ben White.

He told Euro Game Day Live on talkSPORT: “I am a big Ben White fan.

“He can play right of a three, centre of a three and holding midfield. Needs must.

“But I am a big fan of his. I have liked him ever since he was at Leeds on loan.

“He has shown great maturity. I think they tried to get him back when they got promoted, didn’t they?

“I can understand why Arsenal would go for him. They are still a big club. Regardless of where Arsenal are at, they are still a very big club.

“If you are asking me to be honest, is it better to go to Liverpool or Manchester United? Then, of course, them two clubs are in a better place going forward than Arsenal.

“But for him to go to Arsenal now then I am all for that. And for £40 million, I think he’s worth every penny.”

PSG EYE VARANE

Manchester United target Raphael Varane looks set to leave Real Madrid this summer.

The four-time Champions League winner has been reluctant to extend his contract at the Spanish giants.

And Real would rather cash in on him now, rather than let him leave for free next summer.

According to MARCA, PSG have joined a list of clubs who admire Varane, including United.

The Parisians are looking to strengthen their defence as they look to reclaim the French title from Lille.

And PSG want to build towards winning their first Champions League.

Should Varane leave Madrid alongside Sergio Ramos – Real will be left with newboy David Alaba, Eder Militao and Nacho.

BIG HITTERS

The Premier League sees a lot of money spent in the summer transfer window!

EXIT EDGES CLOSER

Arsenal’s Matteo Guendouzi looks set to leave the Gunners this season.

The Frenchman doesn’t see eye-to-eye with boss Mikel Arteta, and as a result, spent last season out on loan at Hertha Berlin.

And now, according to reports in Portugal, Guendouzi’s days in North London look numbered as Benfica plot a move.

Marseille are also keeping an eye on the 22-year-old.

GIVE ME SIM OF THAT

West Ham are interested in signing Cagliari striker and son of Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone, Giovanni.

The 25-year-old Argentinian is someone the Hammers have kept an eye on in the past.

And now, Italian outlet Calciomercato are reporting that West Ham have had a loan-to-buy offer rejected.

The striker scored just six goals in 33 games for the Italian team.

DAK THAT

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, has confirmed that Patson Daka to Leicester City is a done deal.

Paperwork has been completed between the FA Cup winners and Austrian-based RB Salzburg.

Personal terms have already been agreed, and an announcement is expected soon.

Romano goes on to state that Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare is also on his way to join Leicester too.

And now a left-back is a priority.

CORONA TIME

Arsenal are plotting a move for Porto wide man Jesus Corona, according to reports.

The Daily Mail are reporting that the versatile winger is on Arsenal’s long list of transfer targets this summer.

Corona would provide competition to help push big money signing Nicolas Pepe.

But the 28-year-old can also operate as a right-back, which is an area Arsenal need to strengthen in.

SALIBA AVAILABLE ON LOAN

Arsenal have notified Newcastle United that they will let young defender William Saliba leave the club on loan IF they complete the signing of Brighton’s Ben White.

According to Football Insider, Newcastle have an interest in the 20-year-old French defender.

Arsenal are believed to be preparing a fresh bid for White, after their £40million was rejected.

And the Magpies also hold an interest in Gunners midfielder Joe Willock, who thrived at the club last season.

‘DO WHAT YOU WANT’

Newcastle will be desperate to hold onto star man Allan Saint-Maximin this summer.

And former Newcastle and England player John Barnes has urged the Frenchman to stay put, instead of seeking a move away.

Speaking to BettingOdds.com, and as seen in The Shields Gazette, he said: “He’s been fantastic for Newcastle/

“He’s been incredible for Newcastle. His return from injury really helped them at the back end of the season, and got them out of a bad situation.

“I’m pleased for the fans, and I’m pleased for Steve Bruce, because under difficult circumstances when the harmony wasn’t right because of the relationship the fans have with the owner, I think they did well to stay up.

“There was a lot of negativity surrounding the whole situation, and they did well to come out of that, and Saint-Maximin had a big part to play in that.

“He has to choose his club, and Newcastle is the right club for him, because they give him the ball and say ‘do what you want’, and he won’t be able to do that at a big club, he will have to play in a system.

“He can do what he wants, dribble when he wants – and they won’t criticise him. He won’t be able to do that at a bigger club, so I can’t see him going to one of the ‘big six’.”