KYLIAN MBAPPE is set to announce his final transfer decision on Sunday, but PSG are confident the Frenchman will STAY in Paris.
It looked like Real Madrid were favourites to nab the forward’s signature, but it’s been reported that Mbappe could now pledge his future to PSG.
Meanwhile, Man Utd goalkeeper Dean Henderson is reportedly on the verge of becoming Newcastle’s first summer signing.
Meanwhile, Sadio Mane is reportedly interested in a big money move to Paris Saint-Germain, while Man City have their eye on Leeds’ Kalvin Phillips.
It is said to be for that reason that the Senegal star has yet to sign a new contract with Liverpool.
And Tottenham are reportedly ready to nab £70m Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez from under the noses of Arsenal.
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‘Six clubs want Arsenal target Jesus’
Manchester City’s £55million valuation of Gabriel Jesus has made Arsenal think twice – but FIVE other clubs are reportedly keen on the Brazil striker.
Mikel Arteta has made signing at least one new frontman a major priority this summer.
And Jesus’s agent Marcelo Pettinati told the Guardian last week that ‘we like the project’ offered by the Gunners,
But if they sell, City want to make back most of the £60m they paid Borussia Dortmund for goal machine Erling Haaland
And that’s a big issue for Arsenal as the 25-year-old only has one year remaining on his Etihad contract.
Jesus wants more regular starts but City chief Pep Guardiola would reportedly love to keep him.
Norwich confirm 12-player exodus
Relegated Norwich are offloading eight out-of-contract players plus their four loanees – including Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour and Manchester United full-back Brandon Williams.
German midfield star Lukas Rapp helped the Canaries to promotion in 2020-21 but departs along with Josip Drmić, Josh Giurgi, Aston Oxborough, Nelson Khumbeni, Reece McAlear, Solomon Alidor-Hamilton and Olatunde Okeowo.
Scotland ace Gilmour, former England Under-21 defender Williams, Schalke’s Ozan Kabak and Mathias Normann from Russian side Rostov will return to their parent clubs after Saturday’s Prem finale at home to Spurs.
Utd linked to Raphinha swoop
Manchester United could move for Leeds winger Raphinha.
It’s understood third-bottom Leeds could lose FIVE stars if they go down.
Liverpool and especially West Ham have also been linked with seven cap Brazilian Raphinha.
And the 25-year-old is admired by incoming Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag.
Pep happy if Ilkay stays
Pep Guardiola he wants Ilkay Gundogan to stay at Manchester City next season, writes MARTIN BLACKBURN.
Reports early this week suggested the Germany international midfielder has been told he can leave.
He has just one year remaining on his contract and there are no plans to offer him a new deal – while City could also be on the look-out for new central midfielder this summer.
But Guardiola says he is in no rush to push the 31-year-old – who took advantage of a couple of days off to get married this summer – out of the door.
He said: “He had permission to go to Denmark, I congratulate him. I want him next season here, there’s no intention for him not to be here. Now he’s married he might want a new experience.
“All the great twitter accounts, say he’s going to leave but I didn’t know it. that’s the situation right now.”
Mbappe’s mum says he’s agreed deals with PSG AND Real
Kylian Mbappe has transfer agreements with both PSG AND Real Madrid, his mum confirmed.
Mbappe has just over a month left on his current PSG deal, which has sparked speculation over his future.
Real Madrid – who failed in bids to sign the Frenchman in January – have been pushing to secure a free transfer in the summer.
But PSG are not willing to give up without a fight and have continued to negotiate a mega-money extension with Mbappe.
His mother Fayza Lamari handles her son’s career alongside his dad Wilfried and lawyer Delphine Verheyden.
And now Lamari has revealed both PSG and Real Madrid have offered Mbappe similar deals and the choice is in his hands.
She told Kora Plus: “We will not have new meetings to discuss Mbappe’s future, these meetings are now over.
“Now we have found an agreement with both Real Madrid and PSG and the discussions are over because it is Kylian who has to choose now.”
When we asked her about the difference between the two offers from, Lamari replied: “The two offers are similar, there are no big differences, now we are waiting for Kylian’s choice.”
Paul-no to Prem move
Soon-to-be free agent Paulo Dybala has reportedly ruled out a move to England as he closes in on a transfer to Inter Milan, writes Joshua Mbu.
Dybala is set to depart Juventus after spending seven years of his club career there.
The Argentine is attracting interest from a host of Europe’s top clubs, with the likes of Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Roma all interested.
Manchester United and Tottenham, who have both been long-term admirers of the forward are also keen on exploring a possible deal.
Gundogan may stay, insists Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists he wants Ilkay Gundogan to stay at Manchester City next season, writes Martin Blackburn.
Reports early this week suggested the Germany international midfielder has been told he can leave the Etihad in the summer.
He has just one year remaining on his contract and there are no plans to offer him a new deal – while City could also be on the look-out for new central midfielder this summer.
But Guardiola says he is in no rush to push the 31-year-old – who took advantage of a couple of days off to get married this summer – out of the door.
He said: “He had permission to go to Denmark, I congratulate him. I want him next season here, there’s no intention for him not to be here.
“Now he’s married he might want a new experience.
“All the great twitter accounts, say he’s going to leave but I didn’t know it. That’s the situation right now.”
Spurs looking to sign Lenglet
Tottenham are reportedly looking to sign Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet on loan, writes Anthony Chapman.
But the Londoners face a battle to sign the Frenchman, with several other clubs interested.
Sport claims Barcelona are eager to ditch Lenglet, 26, this summer as Xavi rebuilds his defence.
Lenglet’s time in Catalonia is now coming to an abrupt end – just 18 months after signing a new contract until 2026.
But his World Cup dream with France isn’t over yet, as Antonio Conte is ready to rescue Lenglet from his Barcelona nightmare.
The Spurs boss is eager to land a new left-footed centre-back for his three-man defence.
Newcastle join Scamacca transfer race
Newcastle have joined the bidding war for Sassuolo star Gianluca Scamacca, reports suggest.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Magpies are interested in signing Scamacca during the upcoming summer transfer window but are facing competition from Italy.
The Partenopei’s owner Aurelio de Laurentiis is confident that a fee in the region of £38million would be enough to price him away.
However, Newcastle are also keen on Scamacca and are willing to splash around £42m on him.
The striker has also attracted interest from Napoli, Inter Milan and AC Milan.
Bound for the USA?
Major League Soccer could be set for a major influx of top stars in the near future.
SunSport take you through the five stars that could join MLS as soon as this summer.
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who stood out in the previous decade as the best in the world, are at the twilight of their careers and could soon be looking for a new challenge.
Theo Walcott and Luis Suarez could set off for America, whilst even Neymar recently admitted that he’d like to move to the US.
The likes of Zlatan Ibrahimovic, David Beckham, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard moved across the pond as they were reaching the end of their careers.
Di Maria leaves PSG
Angel Di Maria has said goodbye to his Paris Saint-Germain team-mates.
Di Maria, 34, is said to be intent on leaving PSG when his contract expires next month.
And he has posted a farewell message to his pals on Instagram.
Goal have confirmed that the midfielder has agreed to a one-year contract at the Turin club.
Juventus will have the option in the summer of 2023 to extend it by another year.
After 294 appearances, 92 goals and 118 assists in PSG’s colours – Di Maria is “set to embark on a new challenge” at the Allianz Stadium.
Dortmund sack boss Rose
Borussia Dortmund have sacked manager Marco Rose after just one season in charge at the club.
The Bundesliga team released a statement saying: “Borussia Dortmund and coach Marco Rose are ending their collaboration.
“This is the result of an intensive season analysis on Thursday, in which, in addition to Rose; Hans-Joachim Watzke, Michael Zorc, Sebastian Kehl and Matthias Sammer also took part.”
Mbappe to sensationally stay in Paris
Sky Sport Italia claim that Mbappe is now “close to staying” at PSG and renewing his contract.
The coveted Mbappe has remained tight-lipped on his next move but will reportedly break his silence on his future on Sunday.
That’s according to L’Equipe, who claim the World Cup winner will officially spill the beans at 10am BST.
Dybala rules out move to England, say reports
Soon-to-be free agent Paulo Dybala has reportedly ruled out a move to England as he closes in on a transfer to Inter Milan, writes Joshua Mbu.
Dybala is set to depart Juventus after spending seven years of his club career there.
The Argentine is attracting interest from a host of Europe’s top clubs, with the likes of Inter Milan, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and Roma all interested.
Manchester United and Tottenham, who have both been long-term admirers of the forward are also keen on exploring a possible deal.
But according to AS, a move to the Premier League is off the cards with Dybala’s “own environment” ruling out the proposal.
This is despite Fabio Paratici, who orchestrated Dybala’s move to Juve, now working for the North London club.
It looks like Dybala’s preference is to stay in Italy.
Journalist Nicolo Schira is reporting that the 28-year-old is closing in on a move to Inter.
Origi heading to Milan, say reports
Liverpool icon Divock Origi has agreed personal terms with AC Milan ahead of the summer transfer window.
That is according to The Athletic, who report Milan are increasingly certain of becoming Origi’s next destination when his Anfield deal runs out in June.
However, a contract has yet to be signed with the Rossoneri and a medical hasn’t been scheduled for the forward.
The Belgium international has been keen to join the Serie A leaders for quite some time as his opportunities at the Kop have been limited this season.
The 27-year-old is seen more as a squad player as he picked up only two league starts in the last two seasons.
However, Origi has still managed six goals and four assists in 18 appearances across all competitions this term.
Mbappe to announce his future in ‘The Decision II’
Kylian Mbappe will reportedly announce his eagerly-anticipated next move this weekend, writes Chisanga Malata.
The coveted Mbappe has remained tight-lipped on his next move but will reportedly break his silence on his future on Sunday.
That’s according to L’Equipe, who claim the World Cup winner will spill the beans at 10am BST.
Mbappe’s planned announcement has drawn comparisons to LeBron James’ announcing of his 2012 move to the Miami Heat.
The future NBA Hall of Famer kept basketball fans on tenterhooks with an hour-and-half-long show – which was fittingly named ‘The Decision’.
He eventually announced his departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers but returned to lift a championship with them in 2016.
Arsenal ponder summer move
Arsenal are considering making a move for Marseille ace Boubacar Kamara.
The Gunners reckon Kamara could be the perfect midfield partner for Thomas Partey next season, according to Fichajes.
It comes after William Saliba has been linked with a permanent move to the French side where he’s been on loan this season.
Sam Johnstone sparks transfer frenzy
England keeper Sam Johnstone is being tracked by FIVE Premier League sides.
Johnstone missed West Brom’s last five games after telling boss Steve Bruce he would not sign a new deal and that he intended to leave as a free agent.
And that has sparked a scramble for his services, with Spurs among the clubs that have made contact.
And the keeper is also on the radar of Newcastle, West Ham, Leicester – where Kasper Schmeichel is about to enter the final year of his contract – and Brighton.
Pogba to return to Juve?
Tuttosport in Italy reckons Paul Pogba’s representatives are talking to ex-club Juventus and trust between the two “gains every hour that passes”.
The 28-year-old midfielder’s contract expires this summer and Ralf Rangnick’s team are preparing for life without him.
The French playmaker spent four years at the Italian club before a world-record £109m move to Old Trafford.
He made 178 appearances for the Turin team, scoring 34 goals and providing 40 assists.
Juventus won FOUR consecutive Serie A titles with Pogba at the club.
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Leicester are reportedly set to enquire about £50million-rated Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez.
The Telegraph claims Brendan Rodgers is looking to launch a bid for the Spain international amid doubts over Kasper Schmeichel’s future.
Meanwhile, Sorba Thomas aims to complete his remarkable rise from non-league to Premier League star after signing a new three-year deal with Huddersfield.
The Wales winger, 23, committed his future – with the option of another year until 2027 – as he prepares for the Championship play-off final against Nottingham Forest at Wembley on May 29.
Elsewhere, Sadio Mane is reportedly reluctant to sign a new Liverpool contract due to transfer interest from abroad.
Mane’s contract ends in summer 2023, and he’s yet to pen a new deal.
But the Senegal forward could be on his way out the door if reports from Bild are true.
The publication claims Mane’s being swayed by PSG who are tracking the attacker.
In other news, Ollie Tanner, 20, is set to join Cardiff in a £50,000 deal from non-league Lewes.
Tottenham were close to snapping up the winger, 20, in January before the Isthmian League Premier Division side announced personal terms could not be agreed.
Also, Liverpool icon Divock Origi has agreed personal terms with AC Milan ahead of the summer transfer window.
That is according to The Athletic, who report Milan are increasingly certain of becoming Origi’s next destination when his Anfield deal runs out in June.
However, a contract has yet to be signed with the Rossoneri and a medical hasn’t been scheduled for the forward.
Finally, Kalidou Koulibaly has opened up on his Napoli future.
Koulibaly told Onze Mondial: “I would not cause an argument to leave the club. If I ever did leave Napoli, I would do it on my terms.
“There would be no argument and I would speak to the president. He tries to listen to the fans who don’t want me go and every time has asked for a fee that was too high.”
Newcastle, Man United and Man City have been linked with the defender.
Koulibaly speaks on Napoli future
Man United transfer target Kalidou Koulibaly has opened up on his Napoli future.
Koulibaly told Onze Mondial: “I would not cause an argument to leave the club. If I ever did leave Napoli, I would do it on my terms.
“There would be no argument and I would speak to the president. He tries to listen to the fans who don’t want me go and every time has asked for a fee that was too high.”
Newcastle and Man City have also been linked with the defender.
Arsenal didn’t expect top four
Arsenal reportedly had no intention of finishing fourth this season.
And that’s why the club’s transfer budget will not be affected in the summer, according to ESPN.
However, the Gunners will wait to see what European competition they end up in before deciding their recruitment strategy, the report adds.
Keeping Guard of Jesus
Man City boss Pep Guardiola reportedly wants to keep hold of Gabriel Jesus this summer.
Jesus has been linked with a move to Arsenal.
But ESPN claim that Guardiola would like the Brazilian striker to remain at the Etihad.
Kompany tipped for Burnley job
Vincent Kompany has reportedly emerged as a frontrunner to take over at Burnley.
Under-23s coach Mike Jackson is currently interim boss and has been assisted by centre-back Ben Mee since Sean Dyche was surprisingly sacked.
But Burnley chairman Alan Pace is assessing candidates to take over from Dyche full-time, after his ten-year reign ended.
According to Manchester Evening News, Kompany is Pace’s “leading candidate” for the role.
But it could be dependant on Burnley beating the drop, as they currently sit a point above safety.
Arsenal ponder summer move
Arsenal are considering making a move for Marseille ace Boubacar Kamara.
The Gunners reckon Kamara could be the perfect midfield partner for Thomas Partey next season, according to Fichajes.
It comes after William Saliba has been linked with a permanent move to the French side where he’s been on loan this season.
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