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      Liverpool to sign 17-year-old Fluminense keeper Marcelo Pitaluga in £2m transfer this week after impressing Klopp

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      LIVERPOOL will reportedly sign Brazilian teenage goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga from Fluminense this week.
      The 17-year-old is expected to join Barry Lewtas’ Under-23 side at first but has impressed first-team boss Jurgen Klopp.

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      Marcelo Pitaluga (centre), flanked by Alisson and the Liverpool keeper’s brother, Muriel

      Goal claims the Reds have agreed a deal for the teenage stopper which could rise to £2million.
      Fluminense will also be entitled to 25 per cent of any future sale.
      It is understood the deal will be structured as an initial fee of £700,000 with performce-related bonuses of up to £1.2million.
      As Pitaluga holds a German passport, he is able to make the move to Merseyside before he turns 18 in December.

      The youngster shared a picture of himself at Rio de Janeiro Airport over the weekend captioned: “You’ll Never Walk Alone.”
      Pitaluga was part of the Brazil squad which won the U17 World Cup on home soil last year.

      He has been on Fluminense’s books since the age of seven.

      In February, he was pictured alongside Liverpool No1 Alisson and his brother Muriel, who is Flumense’s first-choice.
      Pitaluga will compete with Caoimhin Kelleher for a spot in the Reds’ Premier League 2 team, with 21-year-old Polish keeper Kamil Grabara likely to head out on loan.

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      Liverpool set to make second summer transfer signing as they agree £1.8m deal for Fluminense goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga

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      PREMIER LEAGUE champions Liverpool are set to make their second summer transfer signing of the season.
      The Reds have agreed a £1.8million deal for Fluminense goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga, according to reports in Brazil.

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      Liverpool have reportedly agreed a £1.8m deal for Marcelo PitalugaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Jurgen Klopp’s men are said to have been monitoring the 17-year-old for several months, and have been in talks with the Brazilian club for three weeks – already having one bid turned down.
      But Brazilian news outlet Globo Esporte say that Liverpool have made a second bid of £930,000 for the teenager, with another £930,000 due IF Pitaluga triggers performance-related add-ons.
      Fluminense were reluctant to sell Pitaluga, but the new offer was too good to refuse.

      The shotstopper is now set to fly to Liverpool and put pen to paper on a three-year contract.
      There’s also an option for a further two years, should Pitaluga be a success at Anfield.

      The deal was pushed through more smoothly, without the need for work permits, because the Brazilian holds a German passport.
      So far, Liverpool have been quiet in the transfer market.

      Earlier in the window, they added Greek international Kostas Tsimikas for a reported fee of £12million.

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      Arsenal ‘join Man Utd and Liverpool in transfer race’ for 18-year-old Sporting Lisbon Nuno Mendes

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      ARSENAL have reportedly joined Manchester United and Liverpool in the race for Sporting Lisbon’s 18-year-old Nuno Mendes.
      Portuguese outlet O Jogo reports the North London club are the most interested Premier League side in the player.

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      Nuno Mendes is attracting Premier League interest
      The Gunners face competition from AC Milan for the Portuguese starlet, with the Serie A side reportedly launching a bid worth £13.5million.
      But Sporting are understood to be holding out for a much bigger sum – something that could derail Mikel Arteta’s pursuit of the left-back.
      With Mendes contracted until 2025, Sporting are not forced to sell up.

      And are waiting for any interested party to activate the defender’s £40.5m release clause before he is allowed to leave.
      Although they may accept a slightly lower fee, clubs are currently way off their lofty valuation of the Portugal youth international.
      Arsenal are looking to sign a back-up for Scot Kieran Tierney.
      As Bosnian hard man Sead Kolasinac looks set for a move back to Schalke after expressing his desire to ‘go home’.

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      Mendes can also play at centre-back and his versatility will be a great asset within the Arsenal squad as the fixtures pile up.
      He impressed after making nine senior appearances for Sporting in 2019-20 and is considered the best left-back in Europe for his age group.
      Liverpool were thought to have made contact about a move for the player earlier in the window.
      But Jurgen Klopp opted to instead sign Greek ace Kostas Tsimikas for £12m.
      While United are showing some interest in purchasing competition for Luke Shaw and Brandon Williams at left-back.
      And a deal would be made easier by the fact Mendes is believed to be represented by Miguel Pinho – Bruno Fernandes’ agent.

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      Thiago Alcantara has not made transfer decision with Man Utd and Liverpool in tug-of-war over cut-price Bayern star

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      THIAGO ALCANTARA denied he has made a decision on his future at Bayern Munich.
      The Spanish midfielder fumed about the speculation linking him with a move to the Premier League.

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      Thiago Alcantara set the record straight in a press conference on Spain dutyCredit: EPA
      Manchester United and Liverpool are fighting over a potential transfer for the star who could prove to be a bargain buy.
      He is believed to be lining up a new challenge after seven years with Champions League winners Bayern.
      But Thiago let rip at a press conference on Friday while on international duty ahead of Spain’s game against Ukraine today.

      He said: “I have not told anyone that I’m leaving.

      “Every year, they put me in a different club.
      “For me my future is tomorrow’s game and there is nothing more to say.
      “I neither care nor am I interested.
      “What interests me is tomorrow.”

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      The 29-year-old has one year left on his contract and the German champs are desperate to prevent him leaving for free next summer.
      Jurgen Klopp’s Reds are thought to be leading the race for the midfielder, who is likely to be available for around £26.6million.
      But despite already adding £39m Donny van de Beek to their midfield, Manchester United are also reportedly set to hold talks with the former Barcelona man.

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      Thiago ‘leaning towards Liverpool transfer’ but could be swayed to join Man Utd by Spanish and Brazilian stars

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      MANCHESTER UNITED may yet gazump Liverpool in the pursuit of Thiago Alcantara, according to reports.
      Bayern Munich are widely believed to be ready to sell the playmaker ahead of his contract expiring in 12 months’ time.

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      Thiago Alcantara is on Spain duty with Manchester United captain David De Gea as he mulls over his futureCredit: EPA
      Although Liverpool were thought to be leading the race to sign Thiago, Bild report on United contacting his representatives over a deal.
      The Red Devils have only recently bagged attacking midfielder Donny van de Beek but may have their eye on more arrivals.
      It is said that, while the Anfield giants possess a greater chance of challenging for titles next season, Old Trafford has its merits too.
      Less competition for a starting place may appeal to the 29-year-old, as well as the make-up of the United squad.

      A strong contingent of Spanish and South American players is reportedly important to Thiago.
      The Spain international was born in Italy but raised in Brazil, who brother Rafinha and father Mazinho have played for.
      Juan Mata, David De Gea, Andreas Pereira, Fred, Marcos Rojo and Sergio Romero would all fit into such a category from United, along with Portuguese-speaking stars Bruno Fernandes and Diogo Dalot.
      Liverpool boast a not inconsiderable Brazilian contingent of their own, including Fabinho, Roberto Firmino and Alisson Becker.

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      Reports suggest Thiago is still leaning towards a move to Merseyside with negotiations over a £27million switch ongoing.
      Potentially involved in a deal is Georginio Wijnaldum.
      Like Thiago, the Dutch midfielder is out of contract in 2021 and has a number of suitors, including Bayern and Barcelona.

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      Liverpool have one week to complete Thiago transfer from Bayern Munich with two clubs £7m apart in valuation

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      LIVERPOOL are to try and seal a deal for Thiago Alcantara in the coming week after talks with Bayern Munich.
      Reports suggest the Premier League champions are around £7million apart from Bayern in their valuations of the midfielder.

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      Thiago Alcantara is a big target for Liverpool ahead of the new campaignCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Personal terms are said to have already been agreed after discussions opened following the Champions League final.
      According to Argentinian outlet Varsky Sports, Liverpool will allow themselves another week to find a solution with Munich.
      The Reds’ favoured route to completing the deal is reported using additional bonuses and clauses to bump up the money.

      Thiago, 29, said goodbye to his teammates earlier this month with the transfer set to cost in the region of £27m.

      Having previously recommended a move to England for the Spaniard, Bayern coach Hansi Flick stated that Thiago’s next destination remains up in the air.
      The German said: “I just thanked him for our time together, just like I did every other player.
      “I don’t know and he doesn’t know yet either.
      “Because we all focused on this Champions League final. I think we will have to wait for what the following days will bring.”

      Liverpool’s title defence begins next month with a game against Leeds at Anfield.
      And worries that Manchester City will be too hot to handle if Lionel Messi arrives are not universal, with Wayne Rooney suggesting Thiago would be a better addition than the Barcelona ace.
      He told talkSPORT: “I think it is City or Liverpool [for the title].

      “Manchester United have a lot of potential in the players they have got but I still think they are a year away. Chelsea with the new signings will possibly need a year to get everyone on the same song sheet.
      “So I do think it is between City and Liverpool. And if Liverpool get Thiago from Bayern Munich, I think it is done.
      “That is a better signing than Messi going to Man City.”

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      Leeds plotting Liverpool raid as Bielsa eyes Divock Origi transfer and Rhian Brewster loan for Premier League return

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      LEEDS could swoop for Liverpool duo Divock Origi and Rhian Brewster, according to reports.
      The Premier League new boys are looking to strengthen their squad ahead of their first Premier League campaign in 16 years.

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      Brewster and Origi are being eyed by Leeds ahead of their return to the Premier League
      The Whites have identified Origi as an alternative to Odsonne Edouard of Celtic and are also hoping to sign Brewster on loan.
      Both players are currently in Austria for Liverpool’s pre-season training camp, with Brewster on the scoresheet in a 3-0 friendly win over Stuttgart yesterday.
      The Mirror claims Origi is open to a move away from Liverpool in search of first-team football and is keen to stay in England.
      Origi scored six goals in 42 appearances for the Reds last season but has struggled to force his way into Jurgen Klopp’s starting XI.

      Leeds are said to have enquired about the Belgian’s availability with Celtic increasingly unlikely to sell Marcelo Bielsa’s top target Edouard now that their 2020-21 season is under way.
      Aston Villa were linked with the 25-year-old earlier this month.

      Brewster meanwhile, looks set for another loan spell away from Anfield following a successful stint at Swansea last season.
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      Aston Villa, Brighton, Fulham and Newcastle have also been linked with loan moves for Brewster.

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      Liverpool star Georginio Wijnaldum wanted in Barcelona transfer as new boss Koeman ‘tells him to snub new deal’

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      GEORGINIO WIJNALDUM is a transfer target for Barcelona with new boss Ronald Koeman urging him to snub a new Liverpool contract, according to reports.
      The midfielder, 29, has just one year left on his current deal at Anfield.

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      Georginio Wijnaldum is a transfer target for Barcelona with his contract at Liverpool running out next summerCredit: Rex Features
      And according to AD in the Netherlands, Koeman has told his compatriot not to sign an extension.
      That’s because, the report adds, the new Barca chief is keen to bring him to the Nou Camp instead.
      Koeman replaced Quique Setien this week and is preparing for a major squad overhaul.
      Other than seven ‘untouchables’ – Lionel Messi, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Clement Lenglet, Nelson Semedo, Frenkie de Jong, Antoine Griezmann and Ousmane Dembele – everyone else is up for sale.

      And the manager will be hoping to try and land Wijnaldum with some raised funds.
      The midfielder signed for Liverpool from Newcastle for £25million in 2016 and played a crucial role in Jurgen Klopp’s men becoming European, world and – finally – Premier League champions.
      But he is yet to pen a new deal and opened the door to a transfer in January by admitting it is “difficult to say” what the future holds.

      He said: “What would I like? It is difficult to say.

      “It depends on what the club wants and how the situation is at that time.”
      Miralem Pjanic will join Barcelona as one new central midfielder during the brief off-season.
      But Koeman managed Wijnaldum with the Dutch national team and already has fellow countryman De Jong in midfield.

      The three teamed up expertly to help pull the Netherlands out of a dire state following their failure to qualify for back-to-back major tournaments.
      And by signing Wijnaldum, they would no doubt hope to do something similar amid the chaos and unrest at Barcelona.
      But Barca know it will not be easy to convince the former Feyenoord and PSV star to leave Anfield while making a move may prompt the Reds to prioritise sorting a new deal.

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      Wijnaldum worked under Ronald Koeman with the Dutch national team before he took the Nou Camp jobCredit: Getty – Contributor

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