http://gty.im/476893404 Sunderland have launched a move for Netherlands striker Jeremain Lens, according to ESPN. 27-year-old Lens has been highly impressing over the years and gained a lucrative move to Dynamo Kiev in 2013, going on to help them win two Ukrainian Cups and one League title. His impressive form has attracted the attentions of a number of Premier League and Dutch sides and it is now being reported that former Netherlands boss Dick Advocaat has made significant moves to sign the striker. Lens only managed to score five times in 16 games last season for Kiev, but Advocaat believes he…
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http://gty.im/471214590 Swansea City are plotting a move for Atalanta’s Luca Cigarini, according to the Mirror. Reports last month claimed that newly promoted Premier League side Watford had made a move for the former Italy Under 21 international. But, it is now being reported that Swansea City have emerged as favourites to sign the midfielder, likened to Andrea Pirlo. Cigarini made over 30 appearances for Atalanta last season and highly impressed, gaining plaudits from a number of Italian pundits and Serie A clubs, with Juventus understood to be keen. After helping his side avoid relegation to Serie B, Cigarini is now…
http://gty.im/476429574 Chelsea have had a cash plus player bid for Antoine Griezmann rejected by Atletico Madrid, according to reports in Spain. It is believed that the French international is wanted by Jose Mourinho as part of his plans to build a Champions League winning side this summer. Griezmann was in superb form last season for Atletico Madrid following his £24m switch from Real Sociedad, scoring over 20 goals in all competitions. The French international is thought to have a £43m release clause in his current deal at the Vicente Calderon and it now seems that Chelsea are fully prepared to make a summer…
http://gty.im/474614770 Stoke City have told Chelsea they want £8 million plus Victor Moses from Chelsea if they are to part ways with Asmir Begovic, according to Mirror. The Bosnian international keeper is 27-years-old, and has one year left on his current contract at Stoke where he has been first choice goalkeeper since 2010 making 160 appearances and one goal. The player is believed to be interested in the move, however has some concerns over being a second choice keeper to Thibaut Courtois. Chelsea have offered a lucrative salary and have been keen to point out that Cech made 16 appearances…
http://gty.im/478014494 Tottenham will name Hugo Lloris their captain for next season with Harry Kane taking the vice captaincy in an attempt to convince the pair to reject interest from Manchester United, according to Daily Mirror. Manchester United have been linked with a number of players this summer but Harry Kane is a name that has been mentioned again and again. It’s no secret that the Red Devils are in the market for a striker, after choosing not to keep Radamel Falcao at the club and with Robin van Persie’s future still very unclear – the Old Trafford club have been monitoring Kane’s…
http://gty.im/475604300 John Obi Mikel wants to leave Chelsea this summer, according to Sky Sports News. It is reported that the Nigeria international, who started 18 games for the Premier League champions last season – has been told that he has a future at the club. However, reports in England claim that the midfielder wants to leave the club after losing his place to Nemanja Matic and Cesc Fabregas and it is reported that he has spoken with United Arab Emirates side Al Ain about a summer move. The 28-year-old, who has been capped 64 times by his country, has made…
http://gty.im/475838400 Chelsea are considering a shock move for QPR striker Charlie Austin, according to Daily Star. The England international is fully expected to return to the Premier League this summer after being relegated with Queens Park Rangers in May. A whole host of clubs have been interested, with Newcastle United boss Steve McClaren reported to have agreed a deal with QPR bosses. Those reports are yet to be confirmed leading both Chelsea and West Ham to reignite their interest in the talented goalscorer. Austin, is highly rated by Blues boss Jose Mourinho and is said to be on a list…
http://gty.im/478078712 Manchester United will offer £25m and David De Gea for Real Madrid’s Sergio Ramos, according to AS. Links between United and Real Madrid have been ever present in the past few months as a number of players have been linked with a move between the two. David De Gea is the most mentioned player to be linked with a move as the Spanish giants continue to make him their number one target and top replacement for Iker Casillas. As pace is gathering between Madrid and United officials over a potential move, Sergio Ramos’ future is being heavily discussed, leading…
http://gty.im/476853992 Manchester United will make an official bid for Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, according to L’Equipe. The 28-year-old only signed a new five-year contract at White Hart Lane last summer, but the goal-stopper’s future at the club has since become increasingly doubtful. The France international has attracted attention from all over Europe with links with clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and United, who would be keen to make a move if they lose current number one David De Gea to Real Madrid. Spurs have been seen to be preparing for Lloris’ departure as they signed Michel Vorm from Swansea last…
http://gty.im/476367760 Roma will decide on who out of Christian Benteke and Romelu Lukaku who they are to make a summer move for, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.