MANCHESTER CITY chairman Khaldoon al Mubara is ready to fund a £150m swoop for Harry Kane, according to reports.
Meanwhile, Carlo Ancelotti is back at Real Madrid after confirming his switch from Everton.
On the transfer front, Fikayo Tomori is set for a permanent switch to AC Milan while we have the latest on Jadon Sancho’s future.
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VAART ACHE
Rafael van der Vaart has told Donny van de Beek: You’ve bitten off more than you can chew in joining Man United.
The ex-Spurs ace told ESPN: “United could be a step too high for Van de Beek.
“If nobody leaves United during the summer, he is going to need to get lucky to break into their starting eleven.
“He is much too good to remain sat on the bench for two seasons. He needs to get regular playing time soon.
“He is still young, but the time is flying past. Joining a club like Borussia Dortmund would have been better for him.
“Donny was a perfect fit for Ajax’s system, but he does not fit in at United.”
LION HEARTS
Gareth Southgate will have a limited squad to choose from when England face Austria tonight.
Stars from Chelsea, Man United and Man City are set to be given the evening off after their European exploits.
And that could see West Ham loanee Jesse Lingard start – despite missing out on Southgate’s Euros squad.
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is also in line to feature tonight after making the cut.
And Atletico Madrid’s Kieran Trippier – one of FOUR right-backs to be selected – could fill in on the left flank.
CONTE ON ME
Spurs are reportedly in advanced talks with Antonio Conte to become their new boss.
Sky Sports Italy claims the former Chelsea manager looks set to take charge in north London after leaving Inter Milan.
Conte, who led Chelsea to Premier League glory in 2017, had just won the Serie A title.
And he looks set to pip Mauricio Pochettino to the Spurs hotseat, with PSG unwilling to part ways with the Argentine.
ODE TO JOY
Martin Odegaard could be allowed to return to Arsenal next term on loan, according to reports.
Odegaard spent the second half of the season on loan to the Gunners from Real Madrid and manager Mikel Arteta wants to sign him on a permanent deal.
The 22-year-old attacking midfielder impressed at the Emirates but his future will depend on new boss Carlo Ancelotti, who replaced Zinedine Zidane.
According to reports in Spain, the Norway international will be allowed to head out on loan again, but it all depends on which other players leave the team first
ROUD-TING FOR OLIVIER
Arsenal hero Thierry Henry has warned Chelsea not to let Olivier Giroud go in the summer.
Henry told Goal: “In the past three or four years it seems like he’s struggling for starts with his team at club level, but whenever he plays – whether it’s at club level or in the national team – he often delivers.
“Olivier is the type of striker that is kind of dying right now. The old school, holding the ball up, passing the ball to the winger, getting into the box and breaking your neck to score with a header.
“But what I like is how he puts people in a game. He’s very good, he will give the assist sometimes when you link up with him on a one-two”
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Arsenal have pulled out of the bidding war to sign Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Edmond Tapsoba
According to the Daily Express, Tapsoba has been closely linked with the Gunners as manager Mikel Arteta is looking to bolster his defence.
However, the north Londoners’ hopes of signing him seem to have ran out because they can’t afford Leverkusen’s financial demands.
Chelsea and Manchester United are also interested in landing the Burkina Faso international
BACK IN THE RAN
Manchester United have revived their interest in Atletico Madrid star Kieran Trippier.
According to Manchester Evening News, United are keeping tabs on Trippier ahead of this summer’s Euro 2020.
The Red Devils planned to make a move in January but the full-back’s betting suspension ended their plans.
The former Tottenham star is out of contract with Atletico next summer and has reportedly made arrangements to return to England
KOUL STORY
Manchester United are determined to sign a top centre-back to partner up with Harry Maguire at the back in the summer transfer window.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, United are still interested in Napoli ace Kalidou Koulibaly.
Koulibaly continues to be in the Red Devils’ radar despite the fact he turns 30 years old this month.
The Senegal international is said cost around £35million this summer
SANCHO REPLACEMENT
Borussia Dortmund are preparing for life after Jadon Sancho, according to reports from Germany.
According to SportBild, Dortmund have identified PSV Eindhoven ace Donyell Malen as Sancho’s replacement.
The England international is likely to join Manchester United, who have been keeping tabs on the star winger ever since last year.
However, the 21-year-old is currently focused on this summer’s Euro 2020
HALA MADRID
Carlo Ancelotti has announced his return to Real Madrid ever since his exit in 2015 when he moved to Bayern Munich.
Ancelotti shared a tweet directed to Real’s fans who remember him well for winning the 2014 Champions League trophy.
The Italian boss also issued the following statement to Everton’s supporters: “I would like to thank Everton FC, my players and the supporters for giving me the opportunity to manage this fantastic and historical club.
“I decided to leave as I have a new challenge with a team that was always in my heart, Real Madrid”
WALK THE LINE
Gary Lineker believes Tottenham star Harry Kane could join Manchester United, Manchester City or Paris Saint-Germain.
Lineker told Goal: “I would love to see him at Barcelona but they are going for [Sergio] Aguero and are short on cash at the moment.
“I think it is between Manchester City, Manchester United and maybe PSG.
“They have [Mauricio] Pochettino and he would win things, guaranteed. I think it is more likely that one of the Manchester clubs can afford him outside of Chelsea.
“I don’t think he would go to Chelsea and do that to the Tottenham fans but who knows”
ANCELOTTI SPEAKS
Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed he will be returning to Real Madrid and issued a message for Everton.
Ancelotti tweeted: “I would like to thank Everton FC, my players and the supporters for giving me the opportunity to manage this fantastic and historical club.
“I decided to leave as I have a new challenge with a team that was always in my heart, Real Madrid”
TOP POG
Manchester United ace Paul Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola met with Juventus vice-president Pavel Nedved and spoke about his client.
That is according to Tuttosport, who claim that there is still talk of Pogba coming back to Juve this summer.
There is even speculation suggesting that there could be a swap deal involving United legend Cristiano Ronaldo.
That would see Ronaldo returning to Old Trafford since his departure for Real Madrid in 2009
DE-FFICULT COMPETITION
Barcelona are also interested in signing Sevilla ace Jules Kounde in the summer transfer window.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barca are looking to compete against Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal over Kounde.
The talented centre-back stood out this season in LaLiga with some stunning performances in defence.
The France international is now set to compete in Euro 2020 for his country
JULES KOUND MOVE
Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal are set for an intense bidding war over Sevilla ace Jules Kounde.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the Andalusians won’t stand in Kounde’s way if a potential suitor meets their release clause.
The talented defender, though, is rated at £56million this summer transfer window.
The 22-year-old is currently on international duty with France ahead of the delayed Euro 2020
TRIPPIER REACTS
Atletico Madrid ace Kieran Trippier was linked with a move to Manchester United in January and reports suggest the Red Devils could rekindle their interest this summer.
However, Trippier insists he is satisfied in Spain as he just won LaLiga with Atletico.
The England international said ahead of Euro 2020: “I’m enjoying myself so much out there. I’m just fully focused on doing the best I can for my club. I’m absolutely delighted I won the title out there.
“People might not focus on me as much because I’m out there in Spain, the Premier League is the Premier League, but I’m enjoying myself, loving it, my family are enjoying it, there’s sunshine every single day so I just need to keep doing as well as I can for Atletico.
“I’m delighted I’ve done that and now I’m part of England. I know Gareth watches the games along with his staff, so for me it’s just about doing as well as I can at the highest level to try to be selected for as long as I can with the national team”
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Arsenal are going to make a bid for Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana only if his appeal is successful, according to Football London.
Onana was handed a 12-month suspension in February after the banned substance Furosemide was found in his urine.
In a statement, Ajax claimed the 25-year-old shot-stopper had accidentally taken one of his wife’s pills while feeling unwell.
The Dutch champions and the Cameroon international have appealed the decision
RONALDO BOOST
Juventus superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is highly unlikely to join Paris Saint-Germain in the summer transfer window.
That is according to The Athletic, who claim Ronaldo may not be moving to Paris despite his uncertain future at Juve.
The legendary forward has been linked with a sensational return to Manchester United in the summer.
The Portugal international amassed a total of 118 goals and 69 assists in 292 appearances throughout his six-year stint at United
PLACING A CAL
Manchester United and Arsenal are open to sign AC Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu in the summer transfer window.
According to Tuttosport, the Gunners and United would be keen to land Calhanoglu as the playmaker will be available for free after he and Milan failed to agree new terms.
The Turkey international is seen as Martin Odegaard’s replacement at No10 in north London.
The Red Devils, though, are not currently looking for an attacking midfielder
SAUL SEARCHING
Atletico Madrid ace Saul Niguez would prefer a move to Manchester United in the summer.
Saul celebrated his second LaLiga title with Atletico a few weeks ago but often saw his name omitted from Diego Simeone’s starting line-up.
Thus, according to the Daily Star, the star midfielder is open to a move and has been linked with United, Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain.
However, the Spain international would rather join the Red Devils in the summer
SAN-THING’S COOKING
Manchester United have ‘mostly agreed’ personal terms with Borussia Dortmund star winger Jadon Sancho.
Sancho’s representatives are “expecting” a £77million transfer to get over the line in the coming months.
According to Sport1, Dortmund have dropped their previous £108m asking price from last year.
However, a formal transfer bid is yet to be made by United
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Arsenal are keeping tabs on Ajax goalkeeper Andre Onana, despite his recent ban.
Onana was handed a 12-month suspension in February after the forbidden substance Furosemide was found in his system.
In a statement, Ajax suggested the 25-year-old had accidentally taken one of his wife’s pills while feeling unwell.
The Eredivisie champions and the Cameroon international have appealed the decision which could play a major role in his final transfer fee.
According to NOS, Arsenal will still be able to land him for a bargain £1.7million fee if his ban is upheld.
If Onana’s suspension is shortened or overturned, then the Gunners will be forced to splash £7.75m in the summer transfer window
AD-ED TO THE LIST
Wolves star Adama Traore has been linked with a move to Chelsea in the summer transfer window.
Traore struggled to shine this season as he only managed a mere three goals and three assists in 41 appearances across all competitions.
However, the Blues are still keeping tabs on the forward, who has received some glowing reviews from the likes of Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and Spain boss Luis Enrique.
The 25-year-old is set to compete in Euro 2020 for the Spain national team
KANE STOP HIM
Tottenham superstar Harry Kane won’t change his mind about leaving even if Mauricio Pochettino returns to Spurs.
The north Londoners are in talks to bring Pochettino back to the helm where he enjoyed tremendous success and played a major part in Kane’s development.
The England captain had a wonderful relationship with the Argentinean manager but seems so determined to leave and challenge for silverware that a reunion won’t make him think twice, according to The Times.
Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea lead the race to sign the star striker
LOT TO LOOK FORWARD TO
Carlo Ancelotti has left Everton as he’s been confirmed as Real Madrid’s new manager.
Ancelotti returns to Real, where he won the 2014 Champions League, to replace Zinedine Zidane at the helm.
The Toffees confirmed the Italian manager’s exit in a statement on the club’s website.
It read: “Everton can confirm that Carlo Ancelotti has left his position as manager to take up the role of Head Coach at Real Madrid.
“Everton would like to place on record its thanks to Carlo for his service to the Club over the past 18 months.
“The Club will begin the process of appointing a new manager immediately and will provide updates in due course”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
