http://gty.im/475274876 Bayern Munich have pulled out of the running to sign Ilkay Gundogan from Borussia Dortmund, according to Bild. The German international is fully expected to arrive at Old Trafford this summer amidst reports he has signed a pre-contract. Having struggled in recent seasons with injuries, the midfielder has returned to find his best form for Bundesliga side Bortmund, impressing United and a number of other European sides. However, despite United’s interest and claimed contract; further reports in German press claimed that Bayern Munich boss Pep Guardiola had offered a contract worth just under £6m-per-season. Guardiola is keen to bring in…
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http://gty.im/474627622 Contrary to reports, Sunderland have so far made no approach to Burnley to speak to manager Sean Dyche, according to Sky Sports. Reports have linked the Burnley boss with a move to the Stadium of Light after Dick Advocaat left his role at the club following the final day in the Premier League. Advocaat announced his retirement from the game following final day, but calls from fans were made for him to stay after keeping the Black Cats in the top flight. Dyche, who was relegated with Burnley has been largely praised by many for his performance but links…
http://gty.im/475238838 Marseille have submitted a £3.6m offer to Tottenham Hotspur for Benjamin Stambouli, according to L’Equipe. Vincent Labrune, president of the Ligue 1 side has held long discussions with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy over summer dealings in recent weeks. Labrune wants to complete a deal for Stambouli and improve his defensive options, whilst Florian Thauvin has been linked with a move to White Hart Lane. Stambouli has struggled to force his way into the starting line up under Mauricio Pochettino since his move from Montpellier last summer. Having made 12 appearances in the Premier League, it is understood that Spurs…
http://gty.im/468113128 Manchester City are keeping tabs on Arles Avignon forward Ismael Bennacer, according to L’Equipe. The former Premier League champions have been watching the youngster on numerous occasions this season and are now seemingly ready to submit a summer bid. The 17-year-old attacker has been in good form for the French side this season, breaking into the first team which has seen him make six Ligue 2 appearances. Having also featured for the French national side at under-18 level, many potential suitors are now looking to make a move with Lazio, Lorient and Toulouse keen to join City with their…
http://gty.im/473764562 Porto striker Jackson Martinez is close to a move to Valencia with negotiations expected to be completed soon, according to Todo Mercado Web. Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger will be keen to add to his attacking options ahead of next season as they plan to challenge for the Premier League title. And Porto star Jackson Martinez appears a top transfer target after the striker told Colombian newspaper El Espectador last month that he will leave the club following three-years of service. He said: “I have made it clear that my departure to a new club will surely happen next summer. “Right now,…
http://gty.im/465997338 Arsenal & Liverpool have both triggered Villarreal striker Luciano Vietto’s release clause of £14.2m, according to Metro. Argentine Vietto has somewhat of a breakthrough season in La Liga, having joined Villarreal last summer from Argentine side Racing Club. He has since scored over 20 goals in all competitions and helped the Spanish side to a Europa League last-16 place. His form has caught the attention of potential suitors Liverpool, who were extremely keen and had labelled him as their number one target this summer, whilst Arsenal and Atletico Madrid have also been interested. And, claims in England now state that both English clubs…
http://gty.im/474077218 David De Gea has ignored calls from Manchester United officials about his future, stating he is in no rush to decide his future after Real Madrid interest. The Spaniard has become one of the most consistent keepers in the world and pushed Chelsea‘s Eden Hazard for the much coveted Premier League Player of the Year award. Back-to-back similar awards for his club – Man United have shown what an impact and rise he has had in English football, but links of a return to Spain with Real Madrid have made his future in Manchester become a doubt. Reports claim that the…
http://gty.im/473959414 Southampton are ready to sign Feyenoord midfielder Jordy Clasie, according to reports in Holland. Saints boss Ronald Koeman is fully aware of the club’s willingness to sell their top performers after seeing the likes of Adam Lallana and Rickie Lambert leave last summer before he arrived at the club. Morgan Schneiderlin and Nathaniel Clyne are now expected to depart with Arsenal and Manchester United expected to make moves, respectively. And, it is being reported that the Dutch boss is keen on making a move for young midfielder Clasie. The 23-year-old has been in impressive form this season for Feyenoord and has…
http://gty.im/475157322 Zenit St. Petersburg are set to make a summer bid for Monaco striker Radamel Falcao, according to Daily Mail. After a string of poor performances for United this season and a lack of playing time under Louis van Gaal, Falcao was sent back to Ligue 1 side Monaco last week. Having signed on a one-year loan deal last summer, the Colombian was fully expected to secure a permanent move to United, but failed to live up to their expectations, scoring just four goals. Super agent Jorge Mendes has recently stated that the former Atletico Madrid striker would join an…
http://gty.im/474560138 Manchester United remain keen on signing Bayern Munich duo Dante and Bastian Schweinsteiger. German magazine Kicker report that the Red Devils have made a serious move for Brazilian defender Dante after stalling on a move for Valencia’s Nicolas Otamendi. United boss Louis van Gaal is desperate to improve his centre-back options, having had to rely on the likes of Tyler Blackett this season. Dante is highly rated by the German outfit and is unlikely to leave for a cheap price, but United believe they can entice the Bundesliga champions to sell after submitting a ‘huge’ bid for both the defender and…