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fulhamHopes of signing Malik Tillman from Bayer Leverkusen this summer may have been boosted as he admits his time at the German side is over.

Sport Bild report on Forward todayWhat could be a busy summer for Leverkusen when it comes to departures.

Tillman wants to leave Leverkusen

The newspaper reports that Leverkusen paid €117m for Malik Tillman and several other signings last summer. But they have hardly been used at all by manager Kasper Hjulmand this season.

This is being considered as a clear indication of how poor coordination is between the German club and the manager. And this summer there will be consequences.

Many of the players who were contracted are ‘dissatisfied’ and are seriously considering walking out. The club is also considering promoting players. In fact, sporting director Simon Rolfes has hinted at this in recent comments.

He said, “There will be a shakeup in the team this summer. We are trying to inject some new energy and strengthen the team.”

A lot will depend on the new manager, but Malik Tillman has ‘pretty much closed the book’ on his Leverkusen tenure. This information has already been given to the club management. The 23-year-old wants to use this World Cup skip to strengthen his market position.

Fulham expressed interest

Sport Bild report that Fulham have already ‘expressed interest’ in signing him this summer. Leverkusen are open to a deal if they can recoup the €35m they paid to PSV Eindhoven last summer.

This matches recent reports Sports witnesses have covered up the player. The last of them, last month, said Fulham were tempting the player with a move to the Premier League.

Now it appears that the American has taken the decision and wants out. The question is whether those in charge at Craven Cottage want to pay the €35m asking fee. If they’re up for it, it’s a deal that could be done quickly in the coming months.

fulhamHopes of signing Malik Tillman from Bayer Leverkusen this summer may have been boosted as he admits his time at the German side is over.

Sport Bild report on Forward todayWhat could be a busy summer for Leverkusen when it comes to departures.

Tillman wants to leave Leverkusen

The newspaper reports that Leverkusen paid €117m for Malik Tillman and several other signings last summer. But they have hardly been used at all by manager Kasper Hjulmand this season.

This is being considered as a clear indication of how poor coordination is between the German club and the manager. And this summer there will be consequences.

Many of the players who were contracted are ‘dissatisfied’ and are seriously considering walking out. The club is also considering promoting players. In fact, sporting director Simon Rolfes has hinted at this in recent comments.

He said, “There will be a shakeup in the team this summer. We are trying to inject some new energy and strengthen the team.”

A lot will depend on the new manager, but Malik Tillman has ‘pretty much closed the book’ on his Leverkusen tenure. This information has already been given to the club management. The 23-year-old wants to use this World Cup skip to strengthen his market position.

Fulham expressed interest

Sport Bild report that Fulham have already ‘expressed interest’ in signing him this summer. Leverkusen are open to a deal if they can recoup the €35m they paid to PSV Eindhoven last summer.

This matches recent reports Sports witnesses have covered up the player. The last of them, last month, said Fulham were tempting the player with a move to the Premier League.

Now it appears that the American has taken the decision and wants out. The question is whether those in charge at Craven Cottage want to pay the €35m asking fee. If they’re up for it, it’s a deal that could be done quickly in the coming months.

Juventus is pushing to sign liverpoolAlisson has now made his first offer for a goalkeeper.

The Italian media have been consistently optimistic that the Brazilian will end up in Turin this summer. Alisson has great respect for Luciano Spalletti, who managed him during his time at Roma.

The keeper is keen on a deal even if Juventus fails to qualify for the Champions League. it’s covered sports witnessAlso close with an agreement on personal terms.

today’s tuttosport Details of the Italian club’s further prospects for the Liverpool man.

Liverpool’s offer on the table

The Turin newspaper thinks Reds manager Arne Slott is hesitant in letting Alisson go. While Giorgi Mamardashvili has performed well in parts, he has been offered to clubs in England and Italy.

Due to this, Slott is afraid of losing another legend like Ellison. Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah have departed and letting the Brazilian go would leave Liverpool lighter from a leadership perspective.

Juve have offered €5 million in their first offer, with Alisson already on a three-year deal on the table.

Despite slot hesitations, the Reds have put a €20m price tag on Alisson’s head. Juve’s current offer is not enough but they are confident of reaching a deal with the Merseyside club.

How this will play out remains to be seen but the press in Italy is confident.

long way to go

Economically, both the parties seem quite different. But it signals that Juve will rely on Alisson’s wishes to ease Liverpool’s demands.

However, the Reds have every right to ask for €20 million. The keeper signed a new deal two months ago and this was presumably done to maintain or increase his value.

That is why it may take some time for an agreement to be reached between the two clubs. Juve will have to be patient and continue to use Alisson to keep the price down.

SunderlandEliezer Mayenda is likely to leave the Premier League team in the summer.

The striker arrived at the Stadium of Light from FC Sochaux in July 2023, when the Black Cats were in the Championship.

Last season, he impressed for Sunderland, scoring 10 goals and five assists in 41 appearances.

This included the winner of the Championship playoff final against Sheffield United, which helped his team achieve promotion.

Since Sunderland’s return to the Premier League, the 21-year-old has not performed well. To put it into context, he scored two goals and one assist in 943 minutes in 23 matches this season.

Regis Le Bris gave him 70 minutes in four league matches since the end of February.

Future away from Sunderland

foot market There is a report on Eliezer Mayenda and his headline says he is ‘ready to take the next step’.

In the report, they say he is ‘expected’ to leave Sunderland in the upcoming window.

The outlet says the Spain U21 international has delivered ‘impressive performances’ over the past two seasons. This has attracted the attention of ‘several ambitious European clubs’, who have positioned themselves to secure his services.

There is no mention of details from these European clubs, but the report emphasizes that Mayenda is one of the most sought-after players on the market.

It’s worth noting that the player hasn’t performed consistently for Sunderland this season, but that hasn’t stopped the outlet from promoting him. It seems as if the attacker wants to escape from there and is trying to create atmosphere at Foot Mercato.

Black cats can open vents

Sunderland reportedly paid €1m to buy him from FC Sochaux and could make a profit from his sale in the summer.

In the winter market, Regis Le Bris were offered Eliezer Mayenda on loan from CA Osasuna as part of the deal for Victor Munoz. However, the Spanish club rejected their bid in terms of the latter’s €40m release clause.

The Black Cats were prepared to part ways with him in January and are unlikely to oppose his exit in the upcoming window.

Mayenda’s contract expires in 2030 and his value, according to transfer marketIs €18m.

Valencia keen to sign Aston VillaAndres Garcia in the summer window.

Earlier this month, Sport Witness Covered claims from Spain After failing to sign in January, the La Liga side have contacted his agent.

Aston Villa rejected him in the winter market, but that hasn’t put Los Chez down, who are still keen.

The Premier League team signed the right-back from Levante UD in January 2025. He has been the backup to Matty Cash at Villa Park and this has limited his minutes.

This season, the Spaniard played 109 minutes in eight matches and made 83 appearances in six Premier League matches. The Mestalla club is ready to give him an escape route.

Valencia wants Aston Villa player

super sport Report on why the Spanish club wants Andres Garcia and what efforts have been made so far to secure his services.

Renzo Saravia, Thierry Correia and Dimitri Foulquier are the three right-backs at Valencia.

Saravia and Correira’s contracts expire in June and Los Angeles will not extend the latter’s deal. Folquier has until 2027, but can leave if he receives a solid offer this summer.

Therefore, Carlos Corberán’s side are prioritizing strengthening the right-back position. The Aston Villa player is a main target for manager and Valencia CEO Ron Gourley.

Tribuna Deportiva recently said that negotiations between the clubs have progressed. Superdeporte report that talks between Unai Emery’s side and Valencia over the 23-year-old have intensified in ‘recent days’.

There is no certainty over the outcome of negotiations with the Europa League winners and, therefore, Valencia are handling other targets.

Meanwhile, Real Betis are showing interest in a player who welcomes a return to La Liga in the upcoming window.

Aston Villa’s situation is unlikely to improve

Andrés García played 615 minutes in 18 matches for the Premier League team.

Barring a surprise twist, he is unlikely to enjoy regular games under Unai Emery next season.

He could be pressing for a move in the summer, and Aston Villa will have to make a decision on his future. transfer market The fullback is valued at €7m.

west ham united Nicklas Fulkrug may consider letting him leave on a free transfer this summer as his wages would be unviable in the Championship.

BILD reports on the 33-year-old today. He faces an interesting summer after missing out on the World Cup following an unsuccessful loan spell at AC Milan.

west ham comeback

The striker was expected to be part of the team to travel to the United States, Canada and Mexico. He has even been in regular touch with Julian Nagelsmann for the past few months. Nagelsmann has consistently stressed the importance of the West Ham striker to the team.

When selected, he performed consistently well for Germany. But his form for West Ham and Milan over the last two years has been very disappointing. Several long-term injuries didn’t help.

Now he is out of the picture and needs to use the summer to decide on his future. It is a question of staying abroad or returning to Germany.

For now, he will return to West Ham after his loan spell at Milan. But BILD says it is ‘virtually impossible’ that it will remain there.

The striker would be very expensive for the Championship, with an estimated net salary of €4.5m. West Ham are therefore willing to let him go in order to free him from the ‘minimum transfer fee’ or wage bill.

werder bremen prospects

This presents a huge opportunity for his former club Werder Bremen. They wanted to sign him in January and Niklas Fulkrug was open to the idea. However, the deal was not economically feasible at the time.

That could change if Fulkrug receives a ‘substantial severance package’ to leave West Ham early. In that scenario, financial considerations would be secondary.

He wants to be needed, to showcase his talents and to enjoy playing football. And he wants to live near his birthplace: Hanover. Bremen is just an hour away, so their case will be strong. VfL Wolfsburg is another option.

The United States is also an option, but it does not want that. And there is interest in Italy, but his inclination is more towards Germany. Firstly, it will depend on what West Ham do, with free transfers not off the table.

Edson Alvarez needs to stay in Europe this summer, even if he moves west ham united After returning from a loan spell at Fenerbahce.

This is the opinion of Mexican journalist Raul ‘Polo’ Ortiz. His comments were broadcast by Marca.

return to west ham

Edson Alvarez is set to return to West Ham this summer after a season-long loan deal at Fenerbahce.

The Hammers were hoping the Turkish side would take up the option to buy the 28-year-old permanently, but they have decided against it.

Alvarez has barely featured for them this season, making just 12 appearances in the league. It was observed that he appeared in only 26% of the available minutes. It is seen that despite having already paid him €2m on loan, they decided against the option to buy.

The midfielder will therefore return to the London Stadium after competing at the World Cup with Mexico.

The question is what happens after that. He does not appear to be part of West Ham’s plans. And he will certainly be a player they will look to build on after falling short in the Championship this season.

live in europe

With a deal until 2028, this summer could be the last in which they can secure a good price for the midfielder too. He is currently valued at €15m. West Ham paid €38m for him in 2023.

Reports have linked him to a possible return to Mexico, but Ortiz believes that would be completely the wrong move at this point.

“Edson Alvarez should return to West Ham next season,” he said on the Fox Sports program +90.

“There’s talk that Rayados, Tigres and America could say, ‘You know what, come here.’ Two years ago he was close to joining Chelsea. And last year too there was talk of a return to Ajax.

“He should stay in Europe. Injuries have troubled him. But in my opinion, he has the level to continue playing in Europe.”

Feyenoord star Ayase Ueda has been told to ignore interest from the Premier League and particular nottingham forestin this summer.

Journalist René van der Gijp is not keen on a move for the 27-year-old, despite Feyenoord’s belief that the striker will move in the coming months. FR12 will cover his comments today.

nottingham forest interest

The Feyenoord forward has enjoyed his most productive season to date, finishing as the Eredivisie’s top goalscorer with 25 goals to his name. Overall, he has 40 goals and six assists in 108 games for the Dutch club.

His performances this season did not go unnoticed. A number of sides in the Premier League are reportedly considering a move for the striker this summer.

It is believed that Nottingham Forest is one of them. Reports in the Netherlands have made it clear that Feyenoord expect Ayase Ueda to leave this summer.

Indeed, Sport Witness recently covered Feyenoord manager Robin van Persie’s comments on the matter. He was skeptical about the striker’s survival in Rotterdam.

journalist unaffiliated

However, Van der Gijp is not confident about a move to the Premier League. And he is not particularly keen to see the striker join Nottingham Forest.

“Then I read Ueda has to go now; sign for four years if you’re enjoying yourself, boy. It’s good, isn’t it? You score 23 every season,” he said on Vandaag Inside.

“Then you go to Nottingham Forest; do you know how many points you get there? 4 if you’re lucky and you get a penalty. It’s no fun at all.”

For now, Ayase Ueda’s focus will be on the World Cup. He will be part of Japan’s squad for the tournament in the United States this summer.

Once the work is done there, the focus will probably turn to transfers. With a contract until 2028, there is no need for Feyenoord to sell on the cheap. He is currently valued at €15m, so they are already set to make a healthy profit on the €8m paid in 2023.

If a transfer does occur, Van der Gijp does not believe it should be to Nottingham Forest. He couldn’t be clear about his feelings on that idea.

Tottenham Hotspur will benefit from Luka Vuckovic’s participation at the World Cup this summer, but only if Croatia reach the knockout stage.

Hamburger Abendblatt Report Today on the 19-year-old and how the World Cup could be financially beneficial for Tottenham and HSV Hamburg.

Vuckovic for the World Cup

The newspaper reports that Luka Vuckovic is one of three players in the current HSV squad for the World Cup this summer.

These nominations are financially beneficial for the German club. They will receive compensation payments from FIFA for each player released for World Cup duty. These funds are distributed to the DFB (German Football Association). They then send the payments to the individual clubs.

The further a player progresses in the tournament, the higher the resulting payout. Compensation is also provided for players who are loaned. This means that Tottenham’s Luka Vuckovic will bring money.

However, if the tournament reaches the knockout stage, his parent club, aka Spurs, will receive a daily compensation payment for the youngster’s release. Why? Because Vuskovic will officially Will be back under contract to Spurs by July 1^{scheduled tribe}.

FIFA is paying

FIFA pays each World Cup player approximately $11,000 per day. One third of this amount goes to the club where the player was under contract during the tournament. Another third goes to where he was under contract during the 2025/26 season.

In the case of Luka Vuckovic, the first will be spread across Tottenham and HSV. The other will go to HSV.

The third part goes to the club for which he played during the 2024/25 season. The young player spent him on loan at KVC Westerlo, but Hajduk Split should also get paid.

It’s a complicated matter to say the least, but Tottenham will benefit one way or the other. The decision to send Vuckovic to Germany last summer continues to benefit them.

Manchester UnitedManuel Ugarte says he has been solely focused on the World Cup in recent months.

The Uruguay international arrived at Old Trafford from Paris Saint-Germain in August 2024 and made 45 appearances last season.

However, his playing time at Manchester United decreased significantly this season, being limited to 1,005 minutes in 24 matches.

Since taking over from Michael Carrick in January, the midfielder has played just 155 minutes in seven matches. This included 90 minutes in the Red Devils’ league defeat to Leeds United in April, his last appearance.

The restricted role did not prevent him from earning a place in Marcelo Bielsa’s squad for the World Cup.

Work with WC in mind at Manchester United

With the conclusion of the 2025/26 season, Manuel Ugarte traveled to his home country.

The 25-year-old arrived at Carrasco International Airport where he met journalists espn Has released his comments.

He did not hesitate to confirm that it has not been a productive season for him personally. As the player was aware of this, he already focused on the upcoming World Cup.

“In recent months, my focus has been 100% on the World Cup. Now it’s time to get to work and start training to face Saudi Arabia,” He said.

“This year was not the best for Manchester United, but at one point I realized and I said: my focus is on the World Cup.”

“I did everything for the World Cup: every minute I played was with the World Cup in mind, the training sessions I did, the intensive sessions and the rest sessions, they were all with the World Cup in mind.”

Ugarte asked about Manchester United’s future

The former Sporting player has refused to discuss whether he plans to change clubs in the summer.

“I’m not thinking about what’s next because when you finish your career the best thing is to play a World Cup with your country. I want to enjoy it and push myself to my limits.” Manuel Ugarte explained.

ESPN has suggested a farewell to the Red Devils in a few post-season finales. When asked about it he said: “Manchester United is one of the best clubs in the world.”

“The World Cup is going to be important in determining everything. I am ready for whatever comes.”

“This year was not good in every sense, but I learned a lot mentally, I was surrounded by good people and I am trying to take positivity from it. We will see what happens in the World Cup. Whatever happens, I think it will be good.”

Summer exit benefits both parties

Following Casemiro’s exit, Manchester United are aiming to sign at least two new midfielders in the upcoming window.

This will make it challenging for Manuel Ugarte to enjoy regular minutes under Michael Carrick. Therefore, moving out in summer can be beneficial for both parties.

Two months ago, Sports Witness Covered claims from Italy Several attempts by Juventus to sign him.

chelsea After failing last summer, AC Milan have another opportunity to sign goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

The Blues showed strong interest, but the move did not go ahead as Massimiliano Allegri convinced him to stay.

At the time, his contract was until June, and last November, Sport Witness broadcast news Chelsea are leading the race to sign him on a free in the summer.

In January, the stopper renewed his contract until 2031 and claims of interest from a Premier League side vanished.

Chelsea maintained interest

Club World Cup winners are back in the mix. This is according to calciomercato.itWho report Chelsea are ‘still hot’ for Mike Maignan.

The west London club are ‘ready to make an offer’ for him, while they also have Manchester United and Bayern Munich as options.

Despite the renewal, the 30-year-old’s future remains uncertain due to the latest changes at San Siro.

Milan parted ways with Massimiliano Allegri, CEO sporting director Igli Tare and technical director Geoffrey Moncada on Monday after failing to qualify for the Champions League.

The Italian club will have to sell some players to raise funds. Therefore, Maignan’s future at the club could also be in ‘serious doubt’ due to Allegri’s exit.

milanlive.it Report information gathered specifically about the stopper to the Red Devils and Blues.

Milan value him at €50m and selling him at that price would improve their financial situation, which was necessary after missing out on the Champions League. Megann’s performance this season with the latest changes may force his team to seriously consider offers for him.

In short, Chelsea are eager and ready to make an offer. The Italian club could offer up the France international and the Blues could take advantage of it in the summer.

Contract, price and agent information

The Frenchman’s contract expires in 2031, and his value, accordingly transfer marketIs €25m.

Excellent Sport Nation, led by agents Jonathan Kebbe and Jeremy Ramalingam, is representing Mike Maignan.

He kept 16 clean sheets and conceded 38 goals in 41 matches this season.

Fiorentina’s Nicolo Fagioli has attracted interest tottenhamWho has now advanced to midfielder.

La Viola signed the Italian permanently last summer following his initial loan from Juventus. This has paid off, with Fagioli demonstrating his abilities in the second half of the season. He was crucial in pulling them up the table, with Fiorentina finishing 15th.

sports witness Roberto De Zerbi’s praise for his compatriot. He was considered a great fit for the Italian setup and an offer was being considered.

With Tottenham’s survival now guaranteed, movements have begun around the player.

tottenham approach noted

courier fiorentino Reports on the future of several Fiorentina players today. Fagioli is a player who has attracted keen attention from Tottenham.

De Zerbi’s team is competing with AC Milan, having already made a move for the midfielder.

The newspaper does not provide specifics but it appears that Tottenham are the frontrunners for Fagioli.

As things stand, Fiorentina has plans of its own. Director Fabio Paratici sees him as central to the club’s project and would ideally like to keep him.

Depending on the land offered on their table, they may have no choice.

de zurby has the key

Roberto De Zerbi is the likely driving force behind the move. He is an admirer of technical midfielders and saw the rise of Manuel Locatelli during his time with him at Sassuolo.

Fagioli may benefit from this too. Tottenham themselves need to raise the technical level of their midfield.

The 25-year-old has everything to offer and can also play in midfield. At Juventus, he also played in the attacking midfield, settling for a slightly deeper role in Florence.

Convincing Fiorentina will not be a difficult task. Fagioli’s current deal expires in 2028, which could make 2026 the best opportunity to sell the player for a capital gain. Postponing any sale till 2027 will not help them financially.

Manchester United Atalanta have identified Ederson as one of their midfielder targets for the summer.

Over the past week, a number of claims have covered Manchester United’s attempts to sign the 26-year-old.

four days ago, game witness broadcast news The Premier League side are confident of bringing him and Newcastle United’s Sandro Tonali to Old Trafford.

Later that day, we Covered claims from Italy The Red Devils are close to sealing a deal for Ederson worth around €50m.

The Serie A team played out a 1-1 draw against Fiorentina in its final league match of the season on Friday. The Brazil international finished the match as an unused substitute.

This is because talks are ongoing with Manchester United entered the decisive phase.

Manchester United’s interest ‘a source of pride’

La Dea manager Rafael Palladino hinted at Manchester United’s talks for Ederson.

When asked about the Brazil international’s mistake, he talked about TuttoMercatoWeb Has released his comments.

“It was a decision taken in consultation with the player because there is something going on in the transfer market. The fact that such a big club follows the player should be a source of pride.” He said.

TMW say the manager is talking about Manchester United moving quickly to secure the player’s services.

Journalist Niccolo Ceccarini, writing in his column TuttoMercatoWebThe operation to take the South American to Old Trafford is in the final stages.

“After the sale of Lookman in January, Atalanta will soon say goodbye to Ederson,” He said.

“The Brazilian is ready for another adventure. The deal with Manchester United is about to be completed. In short, Atalanta are preparing for another big cash-in, €50m deal.”

“And speaking of midfielders, the Red Devils are close to reaching a deal with Newcastle for Sandro Tonali.”

Contract, price and agent information

Ederson has more than a year left on his contract at Atalanta, and transfer market He is worth €40 million.

Agency Link Sports is representing the South American, who has played 3,169 minutes in 41 matches this season.

wolverhampton wanderers Signed Fer López from Celta Vigo for around €23m in June 2025.

The attacking midfielder managed an assist in 364 minutes across 12 games for struggling Wolves.

Therefore, the English club allowed him to return to the La Liga team on a dry loan deal in the winter market.

This allowed the 22-year-old to enjoy regular minutes that were not available at Molineux. He played 1,432 minutes in 23 matches and scored two goals and one assist for Celta Vigo.

Last month, Spain U21 international gave a hint That he wants to extend his stay.

Earlier this month, Celta Vigo manager Claudio Giraldez said he was confident of finding a new deal for him this summer.

He said: : “Yes, I believe so. The first thing is that the club wants him. The second thing is that the player wants to stay here. Also, I think everyone who cares about him has seen that he has developed a lot during his stay here.”

Last week, Sports Witness Covered claims from Spain The La Liga side are optimistic of securing a new deal following Wolves’ expulsion from the Premier League.

Celta’s interest in the Wolves man is not surprising

The Voice of GaliciaAccording to a local newspaper of the club, Celta Vigo is planning to carry out some operations first. This includes retaining Fer López, whose loan deal expires on June 30.

The Spanish club did not agree to a buyout clause in January and had to agree new terms with Wolves in the summer.

The Wolves man’s loan spell has revealed Celta Vigo is his ‘natural habitat for success’, it has been claimed.

Both club and player want to extend his stay, and the newspaper talks about ‘negotiations over Fer López continuity’. However, the deal will not be straightforward as the ‘deciding factors’ will be the money and interest shown by other clubs.

Growing interest could be in Wolves’ favor

Wolves could take advantage if other clubs move to sign Fer López. If these clubs offer better terms than those offered by Celta Vigo, the matter will become more complicated.

It will then be up to Wolves and any interested party to convince him to opt for the Spanish club.

If that happens, Rob Edwards’ side could accept the offer that best suits them.

Manchester United Forward Matheus Cunha has become one of the faces of the club’s revival this season. Now, the Brazilian media is pushing for that situation to continue at the World Cup.

Brazilian journalist Fernando Callas used a column Earth There’s no argument to be made that Cunha should start for Brazil under Carlo Ancelotti. This will also apply if Neymar is left on the bench.

This stance says a lot about how Cunha’s first year at Old Trafford is viewed at home.

Callas said that the attacker reached Manchester United surrounded by suspicion. Despite his impressive performances at Wolves, there were concerns about whether he would be able to maintain that level. This was especially true A club that exerts far more pressure and scrutiny.

According to the journalist, Cunha has responded to those concerns strongly.

“No Brazilian attacking player has had a better season this year than Matheus Cunha”Kallas said.

He also wrote that forward became “One of the pillars of United’s rebirth, along with compatriot Casemiro” After helping the club achieve third place. This was after fears of relegation the previous season.

The article also highlights Cunha’s influence in decisive matches. Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool and Aston Villa are all referred to as games where the Brazilian scored important goals or contributions.

Kallas pointed to the numbers as further evidence. Cunha scored 10 league goals this season after scoring 15 goals the previous campaign with Wolves. None of them were penalties.

For a player operating between midfield and attack, those figures are seen as typical Premier League production in Brazil. And this has happened consistently all season.

The Neymar debate takes center stage

Fernando Callas made the Neymar debate central to this article.

“This column is about Matheus Cunha, with many suggesting he should be benched to make room for Neymar.” He has written.

Then the journalist strongly supported ‘Selfless Manchester United player’ To retain his place in Brazil’s starting team.

“Regardless of who is behind him, Cunha was one of the best players of the season in the best league in the world. The idea of ​​not having him in Brazil’s starting team seems like complete madness to me.”

Of course, Neymar’s current physical condition has also been criticized. Callas wrote that there are “numerous inconsistencies” surrounding the veteran’s call-up and suggested he may have already been re-injured.

Why does Cunha fit into Ancelotti’s Brazil?

Fernando Callas also explained why he thinks Cunha is a good fit for Ancelotti’s tactical ideas.

The columnist praised the Manchester United player’s ability to carry the ball under pressure and carry the team forward in difficult moments.

“That’s an ant-man’s buffoon. Engine and escape valve,” Kailas wrote. “Basically, when the team is under pressure, you give the ball to Cunha and he will do everything possible to take it 10 to 15 meters closer to the box.”

The comparison then became even more interesting from a Premier League perspective.

Callas argued that Cunha could play a role similar to that performed by Jude Bellingham for Ancelotti at Real Madrid. He also claimed that the Brazilian movement could create a ‘perfect combination’ with Vinicius Junior.

Cunha arrived at Old Trafford with doubts over his fee and his potential at one of the biggest clubs in the world.

After one season, respected voices in Brazil are openly campaigning for him to be named ahead of Neymar for the national team.

Club Brugge star Christos Tzoulis has closed the door crystal Palace And newcastle united this summer but left it open Manchester United And Aston Villa.

I am speaking An interview with Het Nieuwsblad this weekThe 24-year-old insists he will not leave Club Brugge without a top offer this summer.

Expecting an exit from Club Brugge

There is growing speculation in Belgium that Christos Tzoulis will leave Club Brugge this summer. The winger has been the star of the show at the club since joining in 2024 on a €6.5 million deal.

He has since scored 42 goals and 44 assists in 107 games, and has quickly established himself as the best player in the Jupiler Pro League.

Sport Witness covered a report earlier this month suggesting Club Brugge were expected to sell him in a league record sale should he depart. Aston Villa and Manchester United In that report he was said to be curious about him.

He is also not the first to show interest in the Premier League. Crystal Palace tried to sign him last summerWhile Newcastle also reportedly view him as a potential replacement for Anthony Gordon.

It seems Tzolis knows too much about the interest in him. But it has specific requirements for transfer. And that’s good news for Manchester United and Aston Villa, but not for Crystal Palace and Newcastle.

“I feel good here,” he said.

“Staying for another year was the best decision I could have made last season. It would have to be a Champions League team from England, Germany, Spain or Italy. The only club that has a better option than PSG.

Asked about Crystal Palace, he said firmly, “In that situation, I would say no.” “The Crystal Palace train has already left the station for me.”

Manchester United’s interest

However, it is a different situation for Manchester United. In fact, the Greek forward is definitely open to a move to Old Trafford.

“United could convince me,” he admitted, “such a big club with such a big history. It would be difficult for them to say no.”

However, it doesn’t seem like he wants to go at any cost. “I have everything I need to be happy here,” he concluded.

“Playing in the Champions League again, great teammates… even the food here is great. I’m getting to know Brandon and Hans better and better.”

Manchester United, Manchester City And armory On their radar is Club Brugge star Christos Tzoulis.

The winger has been one of the standout players in the Jupiler Pro League this season. He scored 21 goals and provided 28 assists in 51 matches, helping his team win the title.

This included a goal and an assist in Thursday’s 2-2 draw against KV Mechelen and the points helped Club Brugge secure the title.

His performances have drawn attention from several clubs including Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal.

Last week, Sports Witness Claims covered from Belgium That Aston Villa and especially the Red Devils made contact. The source said Club Brugge want more than €36m so that could be their new record sale.

The latest claims from the UK list Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea as suitors.

Star not ruling out PL trio

After the draw against KV Mechelen, DAZN Belgium Interviewed the Club Brugge star duo of Christos Tzoulis and Hans Vanaken.

DAZN took over xon what was formerly known as Twitter, to share a clip of the Greece international talking about his future.

Patro Eisden’s manager Stijn Stijnen works as a consultant for the channel. He specifically asked the player: “What will this Christos be? Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal.” Stijn’s co-panelists immediately jumped in, saying that all of these names had been in the press.

Responding to that he said: “I don’t know. It’s up to Club Brugge. It’s not up to me to decide.”

“We will see what is the best option for me. It is not just about the name. We also have to ask ourselves what is the best project.”

“Why not stay at Club Brugge? I have a contract until 2029. I’m a professional. I have to respect my team. The team that pays me. I’m here to celebrate. Then we’ll see about our future. It’s still early. Today, I have to celebrate. It’s my day off.”

Tzlois has already opened the door for a PL move

Last summer, Crystal Palace were keen to sign him and even offered €32m, but Club Brugge turned it down.

earlier this year, Christos Tzolis confirmed The Eagles proposed and said he was ready to join them.

Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal or any other Premier League side would have to offer a concrete project to secure his services.

Greeley’s contract expires in 2029 and his value, accordingly transfer marketIs €30m.

Ajax let go of Brian Brobby to join Sunderland last summer “a little too easily”, with apparent regret over the deal a year later.

football primer report On journalist Mike Verweij’s comments today regarding the Sunderland striker. he is affected by Brobby’s development at the Stadium of Light In this weather.

sunderland success

Brian Brobby joined Sunderland on a €20m deal at the end of the summer transfer window last year.

He left the Dutch team after a difficult second spell at the club, where he struggled for goals and faced regular criticism from the Dutch press.

It was soon forgotten in England. The 24-year-old has been one of the stars of the show for Sunderland this season, scoring seven goals and one assist in 30 Premier League games so far.

The last of those came last weekend when he easily beat Everton’s James Tarkowski to eventually win 3–1.

His performances should set him up for a major role for the Netherlands at the World Cup this summer. And Verweij believes manager Ronald Koeman will be pleased with the striker’s development.

“It’s obviously something that pleases Koeman,” he said in the Kick-Off podcast, discussing Brobbey’s form at Sunderland.

“Brobbie has really taken things up in England. Last year, with four goals, he was really bad. I think Ajax also let him go a little too easily. That’s good news.”

Netherlands’ role

The question is what role Brian Brobby will play for the Netherlands this summer. Despite his good performances in the Premier League, he has yet to establish himself as first choice.

Ronald Koeman prefers Memphis Depay as his main striker, but questions remain over his fitness ahead of the tournament.

This could give the Sunderland striker a chance to make an impact. Whether he understands this or not remains to be seen.

add inter match armoryKepa Arrizabalaga is already included in his goalkeeping target list Tottenham HotspurGuglielmo Vicario.

Over the past few months, there have been repeated claims of interest from the Serie A side in the Italy-based Tottenham stopper.

On 3 April, Game Witness broadcast news Inter have agreed a four-year deal with the 29-year-old Spurs man. two days ago, Italian media pointed out The two sides are out of a deal, but Tottenham are in no rush to sell.

The Italian champions are also changing their plans as the Arsenal goalkeeper emerges as a new target.

arsenal man on tottenham player

is according to gazzetta dello sportWho covers the latest on Kepa Arrizabalaga and Guglielmo Vicario.

Yann Sommer has been Inter Milan’s No. 1, and the 37-year-old will leave when his contract expires in June.

His deputy Josep Martínez has played nine matches this season. Gazzetta says he has ‘demonstrated confidence, reliability and, more generally, competence.’

Christian Chivu’s team have decided to promote him as their new No.1 and hence, the deal for the Tottenham Hotspur player is ‘on hold if not completely put’.

Sommer’s impending exit will also force them to sign another stopper. Inter Milan plan to bring in a stopper capable of providing cover and competition for Martínez.

The 31-year-old Spaniard, who has been David Raya’s backup at Arsenal, comes into the picture.

He was not first-choice when moving from Chelsea on loan to Real Madrid during the 2023/24 season. Kepa also has a similar role under Mikel Arteta at the Emirates as he made 12 appearances for the Gunners and that does not include Premier League appearances.

Inter Milan believe Kepa could be a ‘perfect partner’ for Martínez, giving Martínez the opportunity to achieve his full potential. This will not please Vicario, who is keen to leave Tottenham in the summer.

Contract, price and agent information

Kepa Arrizabalaga and Guglielmo Vicario have been linked with moves to Arsenal.

transfermkrt The Spaniard is valued at €7m and his Spurs counterpart valued at €7m €23m. Agency AC Talent manages Gunners Man while Italian agency GG11 is representing Vicario.

FC Twente defender Bart van Rooij has indicated he is open to joining wolverhampton wanderers This summer, even after falling behind in the championship.

Twente Insight Report Comments Today from full-back. He is talking to Voetbal International journalist Geert-Jan Jacobs.

ready for the next step

The 24-year-old right-back has enjoyed a stellar campaign for the Dutch side, establishing himself as one of the key players to achieve European football. He was even captain in the absence of Robin Propper and Ricky van Wolfswinkel at various periods.

Now, he is ready to take a step forward. He almost arrived in the January transfer window, with Wolves keen on his signature.

They were willing to pay €10 million for his signature, but Twente rejected the offer. Technical director Jan Streuer did not want a winter departure of one of his key players.

Van Rooij made it clear at the time that he was keen on the move. This raised eyebrows, given that Wolves were bottom of the Premier League and destined for the Championship.

Wolves’ offer is still interesting

With their demotion long since confirmed, Rob Edwards’ side are now focused on rebuilding for life in the Championship and, hopefully, a return to the Premier League.

However, Van Rooij is not worried. In fact, he was keen on a move to Molineux even with the Championship imminent.

He said, “I believe I’ve proven that I can handle this level, that I can excel here. Now I’m eager to see if I can take it a step higher.”

You can find out by experiencing it. Who knows, maybe I’ll get that chance this summer. If not, I’m sure it will happen in a year.

“If you look at Wolves’ position in the standings, it wasn’t really ideal. But I found the whole picture interesting.

“They wanted to build a team that could compete at the top of the Championship next season, which is also a fantastic league. I could gain experience in the Premier League during the first few months.”

Tottenham Hotspur They must avoid defeat against Everton on Sunday to stay in the Premier League.

Tottenham are in 17th, two points ahead of West Ham United, who are 18th in the table.

Roberto De Zerbi joined the north London club in March to help them avoid relegation to the Championship.

In the Italian’s first game, Spurs lost 1–0 to Sunderland. Cristian Romero suffered an injury in the same match and has been sidelined ever since.

The Argentina international has been working on his recovery in England and is on his way to regaining full fitness ahead of the World Cup. The national team sent a member of its medical staff in the UK to closely monitor his progress.

Tottenham star’s surprising move

The English club hosted Everton in the last match of the season. Cristian Romero will not be in London to support his team for this important match.

The centre-back has already traveled to Argentina to watch his former club, Club Atlético Belgrano, who face River Plate in the title decider on Sunday.

TYC Sports spoke to Belgrano president Luis Artim on a range of topics, including the 28-year-old and catamark real Has released his comments. The official confirmed that the Spurs defender is training with his team.

“Yesterday he was training and I told him I think he will come to the World Cup in the best shape he can. I have seen him and he is in great form. He will come well rested, ready to join the team at his peak.” He said.

“The rest are still competing. They are all coming off tough competitions. QT has had one and a half or two months’ rest, during which he is preparing very well and will be one of the best. He is already working with the ball. He came with the national team physio.”

The president also jokingly dismissed Romero’s return to the club, citing finances as the reason.

“If it were up to him, he’d want to come back now, but we don’t have that kind of money. Let them loan him to us for a year and pay his salary, ha,” Artem explained.

disappointment in england

Argentinian journalist Lucas Gatti took xFormerly known as Twitter, to report that there is ‘fury in London’ over Cristian Romero’s Argentina trip.

he states: ‘They were expecting him to be there to support his teammates, but he is in Argentina. Hint of his departure in June.

It has been repeatedly claimed that the South American wants to leave Tottenham Hotspur in the summer. His latest trip could be the first step towards a move forward.

chelsea Star Mark Cucurella is keen to leave the Premier League team in the summer.

Last month, Sports Witness Covered a front page report from Spain Barcelona’s interest in their former player.

The same source said he wants out following turmoil at Chelsea following the departure of Enzo Maresca in January. Atletico Madrid are also in the race to sign the 27-year-old.

On Thursday, we broadcast news Los Rojiblancos have identified the left-back as a top defensive target.

They failed to sign him before he transferred to Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021 and turned down the opportunity to sign him on loan a year later.

Interest in Chelsea player increased

Friday edition of sports world Also report that Atletico Madrid are keen to sign Mark Cucurella and have made him their main target.

Chelsea invest £56m [€65m] Plus bonuses to sign the fullback from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2022.

After overcoming early difficulties, he became a regular at Stamford Bridge and also for the national team.

The Blues are likely to request around €50 million, but the Madrid club are not giving up. There are a number of factors why the Spain international is an ‘absolute priority’ for Diego Simeone’s side.

The first reason is that Atlético has the finances to execute this deal. Secondly, the former Barcelona man wants to return to Spain in the summer.

These ‘two important factors’ could convince the La Liga side to seriously make a move.

Cucurella likes Madrid’s approach, but it will not be easy for him to change club. Chelsea have appointed Xabi Alonso as their new permanent manager for next season.

Mundo says the incoming Blues boss wants to have confidence in his compatriot. While price and competition may be concerns, Alonso is Atletico’s ‘biggest obstacle’.

Chelsea has already taken action

Although Xabi Alonso wants to retain Mark Cucurella, the Blues have already worked out a possible replacement.

On March 22, Game Witness specifically disclosed Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with moves for Maxi Araujo. He is likely to leave Sporting in the summer for around €45-50 million.

If the Spaniard were to leave, Araújo could be an option to replace him.

coventry city are already moving forward like a club that knows survival in the Premier League will depend on smart recruitment, and Botafogo winger Matthias Martins has now emerged as a name on their radar ahead of the summer window.

According to Brazilian outlet globo esporteNewly promoted team Feyenoord is one of several European clubs keeping an eye on the 22-year-old, along with Celta de Vigo and Krasnodar.

Coventry’s interest has grown as the club prepares for its first Premier League campaign in 25 years under Frank Lampard.

Botafogo are now ready to sell the winger for around €8m (£6.7m). The figure is significantly less than the €10m (£8.4m) paid to Udinese in 2024.

The Brazilian side are under financial pressure and reportedly see Matheus Martins as one of the assets capable of generating immediate wealth.

Newcomers to the Premier League often have difficulty finding attackers with top-flight experience at affordable prices. Matthias Martins already knows English football His spell at Watfordwhere he played 49 matches, scoring six goals and adding three assists in the championship, before returning to Brazil.

Coventry City sees opportunity in the market

Matthias Martins hasn’t exactly burst onto the scene at Botafogo, but there are signs why clubs remain interested.

Since arriving, he has played 81 matches, scoring nine goals and providing two assists. Those numbers are modest on paper, yet his speed, ability to attack defenders one-on-one and experience in different systems still make him an attractive developmental option.

Lampard’s team is expected to recruit aggressively this summer, particularly in wide areas, and Matthias Martins fits the profile of a player with reviving ability, Premier League athleticism and previous adaptation to English football.

Financial pressure could help Coventry

There is another important detail behind Botafogo’s stance.

The Brazilian club still owes Udinese part of the original transfer fee and the matter has been escalated to FIFA. Reports from Brazil estimate the outstanding debt at around €6m (£5m). It appears that financial pressures are affecting the club’s willingness to negotiate below the original purchase price.

In practical terms, this could give Coventry an opening.

The €8m (£6.7m) deal is relatively manageable by Premier League standards, especially for a player who is still only 22 and already has experience in Italy’s network system through Brazil, Udinese and English football.

Mattheus Martins is currently recovering from a muscle injury, but Botafogo are hopeful he will return soon. His situation now looks increasingly likely to become one of the club’s main transfer stories of the summer.

Manchester United Goalkeeper Altay Bayindir is ‘top of the list’ for Besiktas, who are planning to sign a new goalkeeper this summer.

A spore, relayed by photomacReport the Manchester United goalkeeper will be a target for the Turkish side this summer.

top of the list

According to the newspaper, Besiktas intend to strengthen their goalkeeping ranks this summer. A shortlist is already being drawn up, but Manchester United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir sits at the top of it.

The Black-and-Whites plan to become Manchester United’s number two after selecting their new head coach. There is no mention of whether they would need to approve the move first.

Bayandir is expected to leave Manchester United this summer after falling down the pecking order behind Sane Lammens. The 28-year-old is the number two forward at Old Trafford.

He has made only six appearances in all competitions this season, his last coming in September. That was after a 3–1 defeat to Brentford.

He started the season as first choice, but ended the season with 11 goals conceded in six matches. Reports have repeatedly linked him with a move to Besiktas Manchester United goalkeepers are also discussing this.

Manchester United’s demand

Now she is on the top of the list and they are planning to move in soon. It remains to be seen what Manchester United will demand in terms of transfer fee.

They are paid €5m in 2023 and the goalkeeper is currently rated at €7m. Given that his current contract expires in 2027, there is no immediate need to sell. His contract also includes an option to extend for another year.

So, power is very much in their hands. But Lammens said impressively, there is no reason for this deal to be particularly difficult this summer.

celtic Defender Mike Nawrocki has three transfer scenarios on the table ahead of what is likely to be a busy summer transfer window.

BILD Hamburg reports today on the 24-year-old And there are a variety of ways the summer transfer window could go for him.

Three options for Celtic

The newspaper reports that, after failing to reach the promotion play-offs, Hannover 96 will bid farewell to eleven players on Monday. But their squad planners are hoping for a quick reunion with some of them, ideally in time for pre-season.

Director Ralph Becker is prepared to have the necessary conversations in the coming days. Those conversations were put on hold in the race for promotion.

There is a ‘sudden glimmer of hope’ when it comes to the Celtic loanee. Mike Nawrocki has earned his place at the club with a number of strong performances.

Transfer deal expected

Earlier it was considered impossible to keep him without promotion. But hopefully this will not happen. According to BILD, there are three possible scenarios.

The first is for Celtic to bring him back and ‘fully back’ him with the promise of a clear playing route and regular game time.

The second is that Celtic do not decide to build around a defender. This would mean that they would open the door to a permanent exit. Several clubs in Europe’s top leagues are currently monitoring the situation. He is estimated to be worth €1.5m.

The third option is that Celtic decide not to sell and instead opt for another loan. If that had been the chosen path, Hanover would suddenly find itself with a strong chance of re-securing Nawrocki.

2. The Bundesliga is seen as a high-quality destination for the defender to continue his development. He would also be guaranteed a starting place in Hanover.

Decisions need to be made, but these scenarios are on the table. Hanover is waiting to see what happens, with a possible decision as early as next week.

🇺🇾 Agustin Dos Santos | Celtic hold talks with club and agent to sign another South American https://t.co/mG9u0355Ps #celticfc

– Sports Witness (@Sport_Witness) 21 may 2026

southampton Midfielder Casper Zender wants to leave this summer following their failure to reach the Premier League.

Bild Stuttgart reports that gender St. Mary’s wants to leave this summer as the influence of Spy Gate continues to spread.

southampton effect

The newspaper points out that the consequences of the incident are not just going to harm Southampton.

Casper Zander will have earned Nürnberg almost €1m in bonuses following his €12m move to Southampton last summer. This was linked to promotion to the Premier League.

Now they will not get that and will have to suffer elsewhere also. Had Southampton gone up, Zander would have been valued higher. Nuremberg would receive a share of any transfer.

Any fee he receives from the transfer is now set to be ‘significantly lower’. Zander is looking to move on this summer, but his price tag won’t be anywhere near what it could have been.

Several German clubs are reportedly showing strong interest in In the Southampton midfielder. Southampton are likely to try to take advantage of the need to sell after missing out on promotion.

nuremberg victims

Nuremberg would get a cut of the deal. But it wouldn’t be as good as they could get. For the team sitting in 8^th 2. In the Bundesliga, at least, it is a harsh blow.

Either way, Casper Zander wants to leave Southampton this summer. And he’s unlikely to be the only player seeking an exit amid the current drama.

Reports in England have made it clear that the group are talking to lawyers about the lost bonuses and opportunities that would have come with promotion to the Premier League. Presumably, most people will consider their transfer options.

Southampton will face a difficult few months as the focus continues and their squad will probably face a major overhaul.

liverpoolAndy Robertson has already announced his decision to leave Anfield when his contract expires in June.

The Scotland international is in contention to play his final game for Liverpool against Brentford on Sunday.

His status as a free agent makes the left-back a market opportunity for many clubs.

The left-back recently admitted to seriously considering leaving the Reds for Tottenham Hotspur in January. The move never materialised, with recent claims insisting that Spurs are still keen to sign him on a free.

On Wednesday, Sports Witness Covered claims from Türkiye of Fenerbahçe as a substitute for the 32-year-old.

The Turkish club have prepared themselves for a summer move and could beat Spurs to his signature.

Approach made for Liverpool player

Fenerbahçe is up for presidential election and voting will take place on June 6-7. Despite the ongoing presidential campaign, the club appears to be moving forward with potential signings.

This is as of Thursday’s edition sabaWho reports that the Yellow Canaries have entered the race for the Liverpool defender.

Actually, the Turkish club has made a formal offer to Andy Robertson. It involves a two-year deal, with an option for a further year, worth €3m [likely net] Per year.

The newspaper say the former Hull City man is ‘receptive to the offer’, meaning he is tempted to accept it.

However, the presidential election scheduled for June 6-7 remains an obstacle for the Turkish club to complete the operation.

Robertson’s statistics and honors list with Liverpool

Andy Robertson joined Liverpool from Hull City in 2017 and has made 377 appearances, scoring 14 goals and 69 assists.

He would leave Anfield after winning the Premier League and EFL Cup twice and the Champions League, FA Cup, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup once.

liverpool Goalkeeper Alisson remains on Juventus’ radar and the Italian club is still pushing for a deal.

sports witness Covered how Luciano Spalletti is keen to reunite with the Brazilian. The two shared the dressing room during their spell at AS Roma and Juve are now desperate to sign a new goalkeeper.

Alisson is seen as someone who would provide the Old Lady with a quality leap into that position. Michel Di Gregorio has struggled this season and is likely to be ruled out. There are also major uncertainties about Mattia Perin, even though he has replaced Di Gregorio admirably.

There is growing optimism in Italy that Juve will end up with a Liverpool player at some point.

Alison prepares for final farewell

gazzetta dello sport Are confident that failure to qualify for the Champions League will not ruin Juve’s chances of signing Alisson. The player will be keen to move on and feels his time at Anfield is coming to an end.

The newspaper is confident the keeper will bid farewell to Liverpool during the game against Brentford at the weekend.

He is now preparing for ‘one last dance’ of his career and sees Juve as the ideal place to do it. A draft agreement has also been reached with the Bianconeri on personal terms, with the two clubs having not yet negotiated an agreement.

But Juve think Alisson could ask for a transfer from the Reds. This would reduce the Anfield club’s asking price and help the Italian giants secure a favorable deal.

Liverpool’s demands will be prominent

As things stand, the total package for Juve to sign the 33-year-old would be expensive. This will include agent commissions, as Alisson’s entourage are apparently working to bring the two clubs together.

That is why Liverpool may have to pay a significant discount to sell Alisson. This will only happen if the player forces a transfer.

Even though the Italian media are increasingly optimistic, the deal is unlikely to be easy. The Reds are not considered easy sellers and always demand huge sums of money to sell their best players.

It will be a big challenge for Juve to overcome this.

tottenham And Aston Villa The two are being linked with Benfica striker Vangelis Pavlidis after another extremely productive season for the Greek international.

The 27-year-old finished the campaign with 30 goals and five assists in all competitions. This also includes the winner in the Portuguese Super Cup final against rivals Sporting.

More importantly, he has scored 60 goals in 110 appearances since arriving from AZ Alkmaar for €18m (£15.2m) two years ago.

His consistency across the two campaigns has made him one of Benfica’s biggest assets in the summer window. Those numbers are now echoing loudly across Europe.

This is where Tottenham and Villa enter the picture.

Interest in Premier League is increasing

According to Portuguese newspaper gameBoth Premier League clubs are keeping a close eye on Pavlidis. Meanwhile, AC Milan and AS Roma in Italy are also interested.

The report adds that no formal proposal has yet been put on the desk of Benfica president Rui Costa. At this stage, the situation is more about growing interest than advanced negotiations.

Nevertheless, the links make sense from an English perspective.

Tottenham have tried unsuccessfully to rely on Dominic Solanke and Richarlison over the past two seasons. For various reasons, neither of them have effectively occupied the starting spot.

Aston Villa, meanwhile, are preparing for another demanding season under Unai Emery. Ollie Watkins continues to attract attention, Tammy Abraham lacks consistency, and Villa will need strong rotation options as they prepare for another season balancing Premier League and European football.

Why interest?

Vangelis Pavlidis is a modern striker known for his presence of mind, link-up play and finishing ability.

Often compared to Karim Benzema, the Benfica forward regularly drops deep to link attacks, create space and involve teammates rather than staying inside the box.

At 1.86 m, he combines physical strength with agility, protects the ball well and is dangerous in one-on-one situations. Pavlidis is also a clinical finisher with both feet, his heading is impeccable and highly effective inside the penalty area.

However, his close control in tight spaces is one of the weak aspects of his game.

As well as his goalscoring record, he is also known for his vision and ability to create chances for others.

Benfica is open to major sales

Vangelis Pavlidis will turn 28 next season, and O Jogo points out that Benfica could now see this summer as the ideal moment to consider a sale.

The Portuguese side are already planning a significant reconstruction. They are also waiting to see if Real Madrid will activate the clause required to lure Jose Mourinho away from Lisbon. Such a move will further blow the preparations for the next season.

Because of this, it is expected that Benfica will be willing to negotiate for some of their biggest names if the numbers make sense.

However, Pavlidis won’t come cheap. Benfica paid €18m (£15.2m) for him and will only consider a bigger offer.

For now, Tottenham and Aston Villa remain in the monitoring phase. The praise is there, but Benfica are still waiting for someone to make the first real steps.

Sunderland Marseille have emerged as contenders to sign Geoffrey Kondogbia.

The defensive midfielder’s position at the League 1 side has encouraged Sunderland to make an approach in the summer.

He joined Marseille from Atletico Madrid in June 2023 for around €8m. Prior to this, some Premier League sides had looked at the 33-year-old.

At that time, the game witnessed Covered claims from Spain Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers’ interestAnd he was reportedly interested in going to England.

Sunderland interested in Kondogbia

Three years later, the French-born Central African Republic would move to the International Premier League.

is according to media footWho report that the Black Cats are showing interest in Geoffrey Kondogbia.

The experienced midfielder played 1,016 minutes in 17 matches, 593 of which were in the league this season. Due to his limited role and mixed performances, he is one of the Marseille players most likely to leave.

The former Inter Milan and Valencia player’s future at the club is also uncertain due to his high salary. Therefore, the French club wants to get rid of him and he ‘will clearly be heading towards the exit door’ in the summer.

Media Foot say the player could potentially move to England where Regis Le Bris’s side are keen.

Sunderland could take advantage of his situation at Marseille to bring him to the Stadium of Light for a reasonable price.

Our opinion: Sunderland hope to repeat Xhaka’s success

Last summer, Sunderland signed 33-year-old Granit Xhaka from Bayer Leverkusen, and he has performed brilliantly this season. Le Bris and his side will be hoping for a similar impact from Geoffrey Kondogbia if they secure his services.

The Marseille player’s contract expires in 2027 and his value, accordingly transfer marketNow worth €4m.

Agency Sport Cover, managed by agent Misa N’Diaye, represents the midfielder.

tottenham Players are still getting used to life under Roberto De Zerbi, but Benfica goalkeeper Anatoly Trubin has already offered a detailed glimpse of what it’s really like to work with the Italian.

And judging by the Ukrainian’s words, the current Spurs manager makes a very strong impression on his players.

talking to to ballThe 24-year-old reflected on his season under De Zerbi at Shakhtar Donetsk in 2021/22. The Italian has clearly changed the way he looks at football.

Trubin described De Zerbi in one word: “crazy.”

However this was not a criticism. Quite the opposite.

Trubin explains the de Zerbi effect

Anatoly Trubin repeated many times that De Zerbi changed his understanding of football.

“He opened my eyes to another way of playing, even for me, as a goalkeeper. He wants everyone to know their role.” he explained.

“We still ask ourselves how we played football before him, because he opened a new way of playing for us.” He said.

The Italian has built his reputation around structured possession football, aggressive build-up play and demanding positional responsibilities. Goalkeepers become part of the build-up phase rather than simple shot stoppers.

For that reason, it’s especially interesting to hear such strong praise from a goalkeeper.

Trubin then also made it clear that he would welcome another opportunity to work with him, along the lines of something that would inevitably attract attention in North London.

“He can still teach me a lot,” The goalkeeper admitted that before answering whether he would like to move to England.

“There is no player in the world who does not want to play in the Premier League, but I have to continue to work hard.”

For now, Trubin says he’s happy in Lisbon, and touts its benefits “Ten Months of the Sun”. Nevertheless, the overall tone of the interview was extremely positive whenever De Zerbi’s name came up.

Could Tottenham finally take a look at him?

It is expected that Tottenham will make a decision in line with the target this summer.

Interest in Guglielmo Vicario remains and may not last forever, while Antonin Kinski still has to prove he can become a long-term No. 1 at Premier League level. This naturally makes the Trubin angle interesting.

The Ukrainian already understands the demands of De Zerbi better than most goalkeepers on the market. At 24, he also fits the profile that Tottenham usually target – young enough for development, but already experienced at a high level.

His figures have been strong this season too. In Liga Portugal, Trubin conceded only 20 goals in 32 matches and kept 13 clean sheets. Benfica allows a goal with him every 144 minutes, while the goals he concedes per 90 minutes is 0.63.

His shot blocking numbers are also impressive. Trubin saved 74 of the 98 shots he faced, giving him a save percentage of 75.51%.

Those statistics help explain why Benfica view him as one of Portugal’s most valuable goalkeepers. Manchester City were linked with them Before stepping in for Gianluigi Donnarumma. That’s why their stocks are high.

At present there does not seem to be anything to suggest that Tottenham are actively pursuing him. However, after such glowing comments about De Zerbi, and with uncertainty surrounding Spurs’ goalkeeping situation, Trubin suddenly feels like a profile worth watching if Tottenham are to remain in the Premier League.

It barely feels like it’s from Alejo Veliz tottenham Now, but the situation will remain the same till next month. Now it appears the striker has played his final home match for Rosario Central in emotional fashion.

according to hailVeliz played and scored in his farewell appearance at Gigante de Arroyo ahead of his upcoming move to Bahia.

As we covered earlier this yearThe Brazilian club agreed a €9m (£7.6m) deal with Tottenham, finally ending a chaotic transfer saga involving City Football Group.

The striker’s loan officially expires on June 30, although for a long time it looked as if he might leave much sooner.

Long goodbye after months of drama

Alejo Veliz’s move to Bahia took more twists than most people expected.

At various stages, negotiations took place regarding January’s exit, compensation payments to Rosario Central, etc. Even Alternative Deal Structures Includes buy-back clauses in the future for Tottenham. At one time it seemed as if the transfer story changed every two days.

In the end, Rosario Central stood firm and managed to retain the striker until the end of the loan period.

Veliz wanted to stay in Argentina, finish the season on a good note and play in front of Central supporters before starting the next chapter of his career in Brazil.

That emotional connection was on display during his final appearance in Rosario. Fans already knew the striker would be leaving, but the goal and the tears that followed gave the night a different feel.

Mixed numbers but still an important figure

Alejo Veliz did not make a large number of appearances during his return to Argentina. He finished the season with six goals in 23 matches for Rosario Central.

Nevertheless, he remained a key player for the team throughout the campaign. Rosario reached the semi-finals of the Argentine Championship, and Veliz played a major role alongside Argentine legend Ángel Di María despite continued noise about his future.

This also helps explain why Rosario tried so hard to keep him until June instead of agreeing to an exit earlier.

what happens next

For Tottenham, the situation has already been resolved financially. Spurs agreed a permanent sale months ago avoid pulling uncertainty Deeper in summer.

Meanwhile, Bahia finally got the striker they had been chasing for so long. Operating as Manchester City’s satellite club in Brazil within the City Football Group structure, they see Veliz as part of a long-term project rather than a quick gamble.

Now, after several months of terms, negotiations and delays, the focus is finally back on football. Alejo Veliz gets a bye in Rosario – and Bahia’s wait is almost over.

ipswich town Signed Ivan Ezon on loan from Como last summer. Since then, the deal has been successful and excitement around the Spaniard is growing.

The forward played a key role in the promotion, scoring five times and providing four assists. Furthermore, his fame has only increased in 2026, as the Spaniard has three goals and four assists this year.

That seems to have caught the attention of Como, who is set to play in Europe next season.

today’s gazzetta dello sport Given Ezon’s impression in Italy, Cesc Fabregas is keen to bring him back to the club.

happiness on development

The newspaper believes that the signing of Alvaro Morata will halt Azzon’s development at Como. Fabregas was against the idea, although his decision to loan him out to Ipswich Town has now been rewarded.

Delighted at how the striker has developed in England. Como, in particular, have kept a close eye on him throughout, paying €2m to sign him in the winter of 2025.

So Fabregas is now ready to welcome him ‘with open arms’. Morata is expected to depart in the summer and as a result, Ezon will act as an effective replacement.

The Spaniard’s versatility is seen as a major advantage, as he can also play in wide areas. The fact that Azon can impose himself in England is taken as a big sign that he can cut it in Italy and add depth when Como plays in Europe next season.

ipswich spell key for azon

The loan to England came at the right time for the 23-year-old. At the beginning of his tenure at Como, he was facing fitness problems which held him back and he desperately needed to prove himself. Thus, the move to Ipswich came at a crucial moment.

At Ipswich Town, Azon’s range of strengths shone through. Despite being tall, he has technical abilities that help him link up with fellow attacking players. Furthermore, he has very reliable finishing ability which is evident in every performance he has made this season.

Fabregas’ system relies on positional interchanges on the pitch.

brentford Striker Igor Thiago has completed one of the most remarkable developments in Brazilian football after confirming his place in Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad for the World Cup.

The 24-year-old’s stellar season in England has already thrust him firmly into the international spotlight.

However, the confirmation of his place in the team represents another big step forward in a career that has grown rapidly since his move to the Premier League. sounds like Brazil finally gets its ‘number nine’ At last.

Igor Thiago has scored 22 Premier League goals this season. Those performances not only turned him into one of Brentford’s most important players, but also attracted serious transfer interest from across Europe.

Chelsea has already inquired Regarding the striker, while Atletico Madrid and Juventus have also checked into his situation in recent weeks. As we recently coveredBrentford are reportedly demanding around £77 million (€90 million) for the Brazilian.

Now, with the World Cup in front of him, his value and visibility may increase even further.

Emotional reaction after Brazil call-up

Speaking in comments relayed by ulIgor Thiago admitted that the moment was difficult to describe.

“The only hope we had was faith. We prepared a whole party here at the house and waited for Mister to say my name.” He said.

“They called my name. I’m going to play my first World Cup. It’s an honor. I can’t even express myself. I don’t have words to describe the gratitude and the feeling I’m experiencing right now.”

The striker directly pointed to his Brentford form as the reason behind the call-up. Of course, it is Also positive publicity for the club.

“For what I’m doing this season with my goals. Everything I do at Brentford – physical strength, counter-attacking, I think whatever quality our national team has, I can do that too.

“I’m a tall striker, good inside the box, good in the air, with good pace and finishing. I think a striker should have these attributes, and I think I have them all.”

Brentford’s rise changed everything

Igor Thiago also reflects on the unusual path that took him from amateur football in Brazil to the Premier League and now the World Cup.

“I come from a rural area in the state of Goiás. I was playing amateur football until I was 17 years old. Then I went to a rural area in another state for trials. I became champion there and moved to Cruzeiro.

“I spent three years in the second division at Cruzeiro. Then I went to Bulgaria and my story started to change, then Belgium, scoring goals until I reached the Premier League. Now I have the opportunity to represent my country at the World Cup.”

That journey, whose details we have given earlierNow the striker is becoming a major talking point in Brazil.

Meanwhile, for Brentford, the timing is hard to ignore. With the World Cup approaching and several major European clubs already keeping a close eye on the player, the market around Igor Thiago could become even more aggressive in the coming months.

near barcelona Tottenham HotspurCristian Romero is on their list to improve their defense ahead of next season.

On 29 April, Game Witness broadcast news The centre-back is Inter Milan’s Alessandro Bastoni as his main option.

Earlier this month, we Covered Claims The Italian is concerned about Barcelona’s interest in the Tottenham star.

Wednesday edition of game The La Liga winners are said to have courted Bastoni because of his €70m price tag.

Hansi Flick’s side are considering options and that’s where the Argentina international comes into the picture.

tottenham took a stance

Another report from game State Barcelona is closely monitoring the situation at Tottenham Hotspur.

Spurs’ failure to beat Chelsea on Tuesday means their stay in the Premier League is not yet secure. They are 17th in the table, two points ahead of 18th-placed West Ham United and need at least a point to avoid relegation.

The game states Roberto De Zerbi’s side will allow Cristian Romero to leave despite remaining in the Premier League.

Barcelona, ​​who were offered Romero a month ago, have contacted his agent and are awaiting a response.

The Catalan club is well aware that he will ‘definitely leave’ to Tottenham, who will set the price depending on his Premier League stay. If Spurs stay top, Sport say the price will be €60m and would be significantly reduced in the event of relegation.

However, the Spanish champions are refusing to pay €60m and will only consider a ‘significantly lower price’ deal by offering Spurs a player as part of the deal.

The South American wants to reach Camp Nou while Atletico Madrid are also in the race to sign him. There will be no movement until Tottenham finish their season.

Contract, price and agent information

Last August, Cristian Romero signed an extension at Tottenham Hotspur until 2029. transfer marketis €50m and the highest was €65m in December 2025.

Agent Ciro Palermo manages the Argentine, who is currently working on his recovery after suffering an injury in April.

Inter Milan attempted to sign of liverpool Curtis Jones in January. Although a deal fell through, they are still keen on the midfielder.

sports witness Covered how his exit from Anfield in the winter was dependent on renewals at the club. The Reds were offering him this but the midfielder refused, denying himself the chance to join the future Italian champions.

Since then, Jones has been a regular for Liverpool. He has started each of the last five games, being left on the bench only once since the end of January.

Inter depends on player efforts

Today’s Tuttosport – Go fcinternewsAccording to the report, Liverpool player Manu Kone is Inter’s option. While both players have different profiles, Christian Chivu is a big fan of the England player.

It is believed that Jones has had a ‘fall out with Slott’ and is still refusing to renew his deal at Anfield. The current contract expires in 2027, which could force the Reds to sell him this summer.

The Nerazzurri want to find out Liverpool’s asking price. This will help them evaluate the transfer in the best possible way, especially if a deal cannot be reached for Kone.

Willingness to leave is seen as positive

corriere dello sport Walk on the same path today.

He also believes Jones wants to leave the Merseyside club. This would help Inter get a better deal, as Liverpool would be forced to sell him.

The newspaper says that Cone and Jones are very different midfielders. This may cause confusion but Chivu remains a big admirer of the 25-year-old and that is what is driving Inter’s interest.

It is very difficult to see both midfielders coming in the summer. As a result, if Jones really wants to end up at San Siro, he may have to formally ask for an exit.

Our Opinion: Getting out of slots can be important

TuttoSport’s stance on the matter seems interesting. He feels Jones has a specific issue with the slot, indicating that the Dutchman’s exit could change things.

He is playing regularly and other than the manager he can have no other reason for leaving.

This suggests that Liverpool may still keep Jones. If the slot goes, the next manager will have to convince the Englishman of an important role in the project.

Aston Villa Villa are considering bringing Marcus Rashford back to Park in the summer.

The England international spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa from Manchester United.

Unai Emery’s team wanted to retain him, but he turned him down to join Barcelona on loan in July 2025.

Barça’s sporting director deco said Aston Villa wanted to extend his stay in February and the 28-year-old attempted to reach Camp Nou instead.

Despite last summer’s failure, the Premier League team has not forgotten Rashford. On 29 April, Game Witness Covered claims from Spain That Emery is making progress in developing his team.

The price favors Aston Villa

Real Madrid are in the process of appointing Jose Mourinho as their new manager and the latest UK claims the Portuguese wants to reunite with Marcus Rashford at Madrid.

Wednesday edition of sports world The Manchester United player has wasted no time in dismissing the possibility of joining Real Madrid.

Sources close to the attacker told the newspaper that he is ‘100% focused’ on staying at Camp Nou.

Rashford is not considering other options including a return to Old Trafford.

Hansi Flick has a €30m buyout clause and the Red Devils are refusing to lower it or approve another loan offer.

Without giving any further details, Mundo further said that he has offers from other clubs including Aston Villa.

game The Catalan club were said to have reached an agreement on personal terms with Rashford on personal terms on Wednesday and need to agree a deal with Michael Carrick’s side to purchase him.

At the moment, Barça do not want to pay the €30m and are exploring other options, including a new loan deal.

Manchester United are not budging and are optimistic that other clubs, including Aston Villa, are willing to meet their €30m demand. The figure quoted is unlikely to be an issue for Unai Emery’s side.

Our opinion: Barca’s gamble could benefit Aston Villa

It seems Barcelona are committed to keeping Marcus Rashford, but only by meeting the only condition set by Manchester United.

The Camp Nou side are taking a gamble with their approach and it is unlikely to pay off.

Refusing to pay the €30 million they could have missed out on the attack would have allowed Aston Villa to move on.

The Miami Dolphins are entering a rebuild with a new head coach, a new starting quarterback, and several unproven players hoping to make their mark in the NFL. While they enter the season with low expectations in a top-heavy AFC East division that includes a Super Bowl representative from last year, it’s also a very exciting time for Dolphins fans, knowing that there’s always the chance that Malik Willis and company could be much better than skeptics expect.

Internally, the Dolphins, led by first-year head coach Jeff Hafley, will have to be confident in what they have. They may also feel like they are a piece or two away from competing in their conference.

One way to give the offense a better chance to succeed would be to strengthen the offensive line, which includes star running back D’Von Achane. There are several potential impact players still available.

Recently, ESPN’s Matt Bowen called the Dolphins the “best team fit” for former Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker, who is still unsigned in free agency. Decker requested and was granted his release from the Lions earlier this offseason, and has not found a new home since.

However, the 2024 Pro Bowl lineman is still only 32 years old (will turn 33 in August), and he has started all 140 of his appearances since being drafted as the 16th overall pick in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. Decker will definitely help the Dolphins get the best from their offensive line, allowing some of the younger players to show off some veteran moves.

Whether Decker, who has become accustomed to entering the season with playoff expectations in Detroit in recent times, wants to join the rebuilding effort in Miami remains to be seen. Still, playing football, especially in South Beach while getting paid millions of dollars, is better than not competing at all.

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Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper Dmytro Riznik has dismissed reports linking him with a potential move leeds united.

concurrent report on goalkeeper today And comments from journalist Mykhailo Spivkovsky regarding the goalkeeper and a possible move to Elland Road this summer.

Leeds United rumors put to rest

According to the website, the journalist has reported that he recently spoke to Shakhtar goalkeeper Dmytro Riznik about a possible transfer to England during the championship celebrations.

In response, Riznik insisted he had ‘no knowledge’ about potential Leeds United talks. Moreover, only media reports made them aware. In other words, there is nothing going on behind the scenes, or the player is not telling the whole truth.

Riznik has risen to prominence this season and has established himself as one of Shakhtar’s key players. They have played 41 games in all competitions, winning 32 and keeping an impressive 22 clean sheets.

This appears to have put him on the Leeds radar. Sport Witness covered a report More reporting from Football 24 in Ukraine.

That report states that Leeds have already made a bid of €10m for the 27-year-old. It appears that Daniel Farke’s side was waiting for a reaction from both sides. Whether Riznik’s answer to the latest question can be considered one of these is debatable.

leeds goalkeeper position

Maybe he is just playing coy so as not to cause any trouble. Or that could be all the talk at Leeds United right now.

Either way, Leeds are likely to be on the lookout for a goalkeeper this summer. Daniel Farke has rotated between Lucas Perry and Karl Darlow this season.

Neither is seen as a long-term solution. Reports insist that Illan Meslier is likely to leave Elland Road this summer too.

With Premier League football now safe, they can now start planning for the summer. Whether Dmytro Riznik is one of them remains to be seen. At the moment, it appears he just wants to know that nothing is happening.

tottenham He may still want to keep Joao Palhinha permanently. However, the growing mood in Portugal is that the midfielder is already planning a move out of North London.

That sentiment is growing stronger with every new report about Sporting’s summer rebuild.

according to to ballThe Lisbon side are already shaping their next midfield with the expectation that Palhinha could arrive this summer. As he said, Sporting’s midfield next season will be “Palhinha and a new six”.

Sporting is now being planned around Palhinha

The report states that Sporting are looking to pair Palhinha with another defensive midfielder. In other words, the club’s plan is to treat his return as a done deal.

Real Betis player Sergi Altimira and Hacken youngster Silas Andersson are both on the shortlist to become the ‘number six’.

The report also states that a loan with an option to buy currently seems to be the most financially realistic formula for Sporting.

Player ready to help move forward

Palhinha’s stance continued to encourage the Portuguese side.

Both A said and morning mail It has also been claimed that the midfielder is willing to take a pay cut to facilitate a return to Sporting this summer. Apart from this, family reasons are also presented as a major factor behind his thinking.

But that doesn’t mean that Tottenham haven’t given up. De Zerbi still wants Pelhinha to be part of his project and, if the player agrees, Spurs remain favorites to sign him permanently.

There is another factor also involved. A Bola says Pelhinha does not want to openly discuss leaving Tottenham before securing the club’s Premier League survival.

The midfielder reportedly felt it would be unfair to create instability while Spurs were still fighting near the bottom of the table.

However, As we covered earlierNegotiations are already being held by the players’ representatives. Presumably, his aim is to present a possible transfer scenario with the Portuguese side. Later, those paths may be presented to the player at the end of the season.

However, the situation now seems to be escalating rapidly. And in Portugal, the story is increasingly being framed as a comeback that is already being actively built behind the scenes.

coventry city Angers is one of the clubs pursuing SCO’s Jacques Acomi for the summer.

Coventry City won promotion to the Premier League by winning the Championship and Frank Lampard is working on improving his squad for next season.

The Sky Blues are focusing on improving the left-back position despite having three players in the current squad.

Jay DeSilva has been Lampard’s first-choice left-back, with Jake Bidwell and Miguel Angel providing cover for Bru.

The Spaniard has been on the sidelines since January and the 33-year-old Bidwell has been left as the sole backup to DeSilva. This coupled with promotion and Ekomei’s performances may have prompted Coventry City to look at him.

Coventry City will provide competition

Back in January, Sport Witness broadcast news Trabzonspor had the left-back as backup to Sheffield United’s Harrison Burrows. However, the Turkish club is not in his picture in the summer.

foot market Now State are making progress in their attempt to sign RC Strasbourg Jacques Ekomi.

The Bluco-owned club are facing ‘threat’ from England, with Coventry City ‘very interested’ and Nottingham Forest keen to sign the 22-year-old.

Hamburg SV has already watched the Gabon international and still maintains interest in him. Schalke joined him from Germany in search of his signature. Villarreal are also in the picture and this option, especially game-wise, appeals to them.

Given the interest from several clubs, Angers SCO leaders are ‘already preparing to finalize’ a major sale in the upcoming window.

The Ligue 1 side have given up on retaining Ekomi as it seems an almost impossible task for them. Their plan is to sell him for around €7-10m, in order to make a profit and believe this is easily achievable.

Coventry City are set to give other clubs stiff competition in the transfer race and only time will tell if they can convince them.

Contracts, stats and prices

Jacques Acomi played 33 matches this season and will have a year left on his contract in the summer.

transfer market He is valued at €7 million, and this is the highest valuation of his career so far. Last June, it stood at €800k and reached €1.5m in October before rising to €7m in March.

brighton Over the past few months I have watched Igor Julio move closer and closer to a potential exit, with Brazil’s interest in the defender continuing to grow.

what started it exploratory contact And social media prompts Now it has developed into formal negotiations.

Cruzeiro have kept an eye on the centre-back since the last transfer window, with Igor Julio publicly admitting that contact had taken place, and reports in Brazil repeatedly suggesting was a player open for homecoming Despite preferring to live in Europe.

Now the situation has reached the second stage.

Brighton has not responded yet

According to Brazilian outlet globo esporteCruzeiro is currently awaiting an official response from Brighton after submitting their first formal offer for the defender.

The offer comes in at less than Brighton’s asking price of around £5.1m (€6m) we covered earlier. People involved in the talks reportedly expect the Seagulls to reject that opening bid.

However, Cruzeiro has already made room for a second offering and believes the gap is small enough to be overcome.

Still, talks continue and optimism remains. But the story from Brazil is clear that this first bid was more about formally opening the process than completing the transfer immediately.

The club has already opened the exit door

One of the most important details in the latest reporting concerns Brighton’s own situation behind the scenes.

According to Globo Esporte, Cruzeiro were informed during initial contacts that Igor Julio had permission to search for a new club. This strongly suggests that Brighton are already preparing for the defender’s departure this summer.

Timing may also explain part of the delay. Even though Igor Julio has barely featured recently, Brighton are still fighting for European qualification in the Premier League.

Fabian Herzeler’s side are currently seventh, enough to clinch a Conference League spot, while Bournemouth are just two points off a Europa League place.

Because of this, Brighton may prefer to wait until the league season is over before giving a definitive answer.

Cruzeiro prepares for next move

Cruzeiro’s interest has clearly moved beyond the exploratory stage.

If the deal goes ahead, Igor Julio is expected to sign a contract running until 2030. Artur Jorge sees the defender as one of the club’s priority targets for the second half of the year as Cruzeiro continues to search for defensive reinforcements.

The 28-year-old player endured a disappointing season in England. He played only four matches during his loan spell at West Ham United before returning to Brighton earlier this year, where he has added only one more full appearance.

The focus now turns to Brighton’s expected response – and whether Cruzeiro’s potential second bid will ultimately lead to the deal being completed.

nottingham forest The decision to gamble on Igor Jesus is becoming smarter with each passing week. Now the striker’s growing reputation is now sparking transfer noise across Europe.

The Brazilian arrived from Botafogo without much fanfare in comparison to some of the attacking names who have arrived in the Premier League in recent windows.

He also arrived without proper leave after a heavy schedule in Brazil and initially had to wait for his opportunity behind Chris Wood.

Now the picture looks completely different. igor jesus has Has already scored 17 goals this season For Nottingham Forest. He has earned his place in the team and has even attracted the attention of Carlo Ancelotti ahead of Brazil’s World Cup plans.

This growth is naturally attracting clubs from elsewhere in Europe.

European giants striker looming

brazilian journalist andre hernan Juventus and Porto are both reported to be interested in the striker after his impressive debut campaign in England.

According to Hernán, Porto are actively searching for a new centre-forward this summer. However, the Portuguese side are not expected to progress. Igor Jesus’ value has already increased beyond his expectations.

As for Juventus, whose exact plans have not been elaborated upon by the Brazilian journalist, the Italian team has been one of the most wasteful teams in Europe in front of goal this season.

A quick, aggressive striker has arguably been their biggest weakness all year. So it would not be surprising if Igor Jesus becomes a real target.

The striker is now reportedly worth between €25m-30m (£21.1m-25.3m).

What’s next for Nottingham Forest?

Porto’s interest makes sense from a scouting perspective. The Portuguese club have a long history of targeting Brazilian attackers before their prices rise in Europe. However, Forest may have already passed Igor Jesus by that stage.

So Juventus is naturally a matter of more serious concern. The Italian side can operate in a different financial bracket and hope to strengthen their attack again this summer.

Still, forests are not under pressure. The striker remains under contract and his importance within the team continues to grow. Furthermore, the Brazil call-up is likely to increase his value even more in the coming months.

At this stage, the sentiment is less about an impending transfer and more about the market beginning to realize that Forest could be getting a very valuable asset.

armoryFabio Vieira is on loan until August 2024. The Premier League side let him join Hamburg SV last September after a season on loan at FC Porto.

The Bundesliga side have secured a €22m purchase option and two months ago, Sport Witness broadcast news They are asking for a discount from Arsenal.

Later that month, the attacking midfielder said he would make a decision on his future after this season.

That time, He said: : “Everyone knows I still have a contract with Arsenal. So, wait until the end of the season. Then we’ll talk about it and see what we can do.”

3 April, Hamburg Board member Eric Heuer said There will be talks with Arsenal to purchase the 25-year-old player. The official also insisted that the Portuguese is not part of the Gunners’ long-term plans.

Arsenal man’s future uncertain

Hamburg finished the 2025/26 season in 13th place [18 teams in Bundesliga]Eight points clear of the relegation zone.

image The report adds that the German club have tried to discuss different scenarios in which the Arsenal-owned player could continue with them. However, he is not sure where he will play next season.

“I’m very happy here this season. I can feel that the fans really love me. Whether I stay or leave, I will always be grateful to the club. They have done everything for me.” He said.

It is clear they will not pay the €22m buyout clause but will still fight to keep him. It won’t be easy as other clubs are also keeping an eye on the former FC Porto man. If Hamburg sign him, Bild say it would be a fee of around €7-8m.

Another newspaper, burgdorfer zeitungGunners boss Cover more comments from players.

“In a few weeks, I will sit down with my family, my agents and Arsenal and see what is the best option for me. But for now, I am just looking forward to my holidays, just switching off and not thinking about football.” Vieira explained.

“I have to be open to everything. Let’s see what happens. I feel the love of the fans and the club. They all love me.”

When asked specifically if he could imagine living in Hamburg, he said: “I can’t say anything right now. Whatever the future holds, I’m very happy here and will always be grateful to HSV. The club has done everything for me; the support has been amazing.”

Our opinion: Arsenal must sell

Fabio Vieira’s contract at the Emirates expires in 2027. Therefore, Mikel Arteta’s team will have to sell him in the upcoming window to avoid losing him for free next year.

Hamburg SV or any other club can take advantage of this and sign him at a reasonable price.

newcastle united And Aston Villa Also on their agenda for the summer is Real Betis star Abed Ezalzouli.

Aston Villa’s interest in him is not new tried to sign it In August 2023, when the winger was at Barcelona.

The 24-year-old is on the radar of Unai Emery’s side and Newcastle United have joined the transfer race for him.

On 27 April, Game Witness Covered claims from Spain Of Liverpool as a substitute for the player.

It appears that Real Betis are aware of the growing interest and possibility of him changing club after this season.

Newcastle United and Aston Villa in the picture

game Now let’s see what could happen with Abde Ezalzouli’s future and interest from the Magpies and Villa.

Barcelona signed the Morocco international from Hercules in August 2021 and sold him to Real Betis in September 2023. The Camp Nou side earned €7.5m and retained 50% of their rights.

As part of the Vítor Roque deal, Real Betis brought an additional 30% of the rights to Abeda from Barcelona. The Catalan newspaper says the La Liga winners could lose millions as a result.

This is because the attacker is already fielding offers from the Premier League and both Newcastle United and Aston Villa are mentioned as both of these clubs are very attentive to his situation.

Manuel Pellegrini’s side appear to have refused to keep him beyond this season and have set a price tag of €40m. If he is sold at this price, Barça will receive €8 million.

Newcastle United and Aston Villa could fight for him but it won’t be easy. For his part, the Moroccan is not keen to leave Spanish football. Therefore, the Premier League pair will have to convince them to give him a chance to acquire his services.

Contracts, prices, statistics and agent information

Abed Ezalzouli has scored 14 goals and provided 13 assists in 42 appearances for Real Betis this season.

He has a contract until 2029, and according to the attacker’s value transfer marketIs €30m. This is the highest value of his career. The agency IF Football represents the former Barcelona man.

liverpoolInterest in RB Leipzig star Yann Diomande has been a frequent topic of discussion this year.

In January, the winger expressed his desire to join the Reds and encouraged them to contact him.

That time, He said: : “I want to play for Liverpool. I’m a big Liverpool fan. My dad dreams of seeing me play at Anfield!”

on 13th April the 19 year old said He is pleased with the multiple reports of interest from the Reds and other clubs.

Later that month, Sport Witness Covered claims from Germany About Liverpool meeting his agent.

The Ivory Coast international scored 13 goals and provided 10 assists in 36 matches in his first season at Leipzig. His impressive performances have already attracted the interest of top clubs across Europe.

Liverpool and others shocked

football transfers The Premier League side are reportedly seriously considering signing him, along with Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.

RB Leipzig are demanding €100m for Yann Diomande, while also working on renewing his contract.

The attacker has given a fresh interview to Kicker and the FT has released his comments.

When asked if he would stay at Leipzig next season, he said: “Yes.”

There is no release clause in his contract, which expires in 2030, making it more challenging for those wanting him.

Although the player has ruled out a move out in the upcoming window, his dream of a move to a bigger club in the future remains intact.

“I am under contract at Leipzig and I enjoy playing here. But after that, no one knows what will happen. Everyone has ambitions, including me. My dream is to play at the highest level.” Diomande explained.

Our opinion: Liverpool need to look for alternatives

Mohamed Salah has already confirmed his decision to leave Anfield after this season and the Reds need to sign his replacement.

Yann Diomande has been the main contender, but his latest comments rule out a summer transfer.

Therefore, Liverpool will have to look for other options to replace the outgoing Salah. they have TSG Hoffenheim star Bazoumana Toure In their target list.

near barcelona chelseaOn their short list for the summer is Joao Pedro.

On 6 May, Game Witness Covered claims from Spain Barcelona’s interest in the 24-year-old.

Last Friday, Barcelona’s sporting director there was a deco meeting With the Chelsea star’s agent in London.

The same source said he could see the striker in the FA Cup final, which the Blues lost to Manchester City on Saturday.

A day later, the west London club confirmed the appointment of Xabi Alonso as their new manager.

Barcelona lured the Chelsea man

Monday edition of As Report on Deco’s meeting with the Brazil international’s agent in London last Thursday.

During this meeting, Barcelona learned that a move to the Camp Nou attracted João Pedro, who was interested in joining them. The second message was that the operation is almost impossible due to the high price, and clubs do not want to sell World Cup winners.

Both Deco and La Liga winners will now have to wait, especially due to the appointment of Xabi Alonso. He has to decide whether to stay on the person in front or not.

If the new manager decides to retain Pedro, the operation will become more complicated for Barcelona. On the other hand, if Alonso were to approve a move, Chelsea could sell him for a higher price.

The manager returned to management after leaving Real Madrid in January. His performance with Los Blancos was disappointing, where he also struggled with player issues.

To avoid Real Madrid’s nightmare at Chelsea, AS believe the coach could let Pedro go as he does not want to have disgruntled players in his team. Alonso is stunned by the strength of the players at Madrid and wants everyone to move in the same direction.

Julian Alvarez is Barcelona’s main target but Atletico Madrid are refusing to sell him to a direct rival. Therefore, the focus appears to be on the former Watford man, but prying him away from Chelsea will not be easy.

During this time, winwin Report Barcelona and Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Chelsea youngster Ibrahim Rabbaz. His agent informed him that scouts from two La Liga giants were keeping an eye on the 17-year-old.

game When he turns 18 in January 2027, both Barça and Real Madrid could relay this and make contact.

Pedro’s stats, contract and price

In his first season at Chelsea, João Pedro scored 20 goals and nine assists in 49 matches.

He has a contract until 2033, and transfer market The Brazilian is valued at €75m, the highest of his career.

The long contract puts the Club World Cup winners in a comfortable position when dealing with any potential transfer negotiations.

Juventus wants to sign liverpool Goalkeeper Alisson this summer because he could be available for a ‘symbolic fee’ rather than his real value.

Corriere dello sport report Today on goalkeeper. Juventus want an experienced goalkeeper this summer and the Liverpool goalkeeper is the first choice.

‘Alison or something’

The newspaper says it is a case of ‘Alisson or little else’ this summer. Manager Luciano Spalletti has a clear idea of ​​who he wants in goal next season.

He wants to ensure that Juventus make a leap in quality this summer, not improve slightly. The belief is that the Liverpool goalkeeper can provide that.

But the focus is really on the cost of operation. If he were available for a ‘symbolic fee’, in other words not for the €10-15m quoted in recent months, the transfer could become a reality. If this does not happen then it will remain a story which is ‘destined to never be completed’.

Juventus already have other options on their list. Fiorentina’s David De Gea is Plan B despite turning 36 on November 7^th.

Fiorentina would like him to stay for the next two seasons. But Juventus intend to talk to the Spaniard to discuss his salary and a possible transfer to Turin this summer. The Italians have also been offered goalkeeper Noah Atubolu.

liverpool has to take a decision

But the goalkeeper remains Liverpool’s number one target. He can provide the experience that Spalletti wants in his new number one.

The question is whether Liverpool let him go. They are already missing Andy Robertson and Mohamed Salah this summer. Virgil van Dijk has even been linked with a possible move to Turkiye.

Alisson has a year left on his deal after the Reds secured a new deal earlier this year. That means a decision regarding him has to be taken this summer. But it appears Juventus are willing to pay a nominal fee, which may not fit with the Reds’ plans for the Brazilian.

leeds united It appears that they have missed out on the signing of Kofi Amoako from Dynamo Dresden. He is joining Hamburger SV this summer, replacing Daniel Farke.

image hanover report That the 21-year-old defensive midfielder is set to remain in Germany rather than make a move to Elland Road.

leeds united’s rejection

The newspaper reports that, although no deal has been agreed yet, Kofi Amoako is likely to be a Hamburg player next season.

The German club intends to activate his release clause as soon as possible, with plans for next season’s squad already well in place.

Hamburg have an advantage after earning Bundesliga status early and will look to take advantage of it by defeating Amoako quickly. He will cost less than €2m. If Dresden is relegated to the third division, this is reduced to €500,000.

According to the newspaper, the midfielder is said to have ‘clearly expressed’ his desire to join Merlin Polzin’s side. He has rejected interest from Mainz and Leeds United to stay in Germany this summer.

bundesliga chance

Hamburg is equally keen on him. He believes he belongs in his team and has taken his career into his own hands by leaving Wolfsburg rather than waiting for his chance there.

He then had to move on loan to VfL Osnabruck in the third division and then joined Dresden in 2025 for around €200,000. Now his performances for them have attracted the attention of the Bundesliga side and he is set for a move to Hamburg.

The move would be a blow to Leeds. They will have been confident of securing the 21-year-old this summer. Actually, a recent report indicated that it was a deal that suited everyone perfectly.

Instead, it seems that Amoako has decided to remain in Germany. He wants to dominate the Bundesliga this time.

Manchester United He may not be the frontrunner for Richard Rios just yet, but Benfica are now openly laying the groundwork for a potential sale – and that changes the picture around the Colombian midfielder.

Messages have been coming from Portugal for several weeks remained relatively firm. Benfica did not want to be sold cheaply, the player was happy in Lisbon and the club saw the 2026 World Cup as a prime opportunity to further increase his value.

That stance has not completely ended. However, a recent report to ball Suggests that reality is now catching up to ambition.

Benfica need money – and Rios is one of the obvious candidates

The Portuguese side are preparing for a summer rebuild after a disappointing season. There is a real possibility that they will miss out on Champions League football, which would deal a significant financial blow.

Because of this, Benfica’s board are now considering sales that they would ideally have avoided.

According to A Bola, Richard Rios is one of the main names being discussed internally as a possible major exit. Andreas Schjelderup and Vangelis Pavlidis have also been mentioned, but the Colombian midfielder has been described as the leading candidate in midfield.

This is a notable change in tone compared to earlier reports. Because previously, Benfica had only been described as willing to listen to “unique” proposals. Now the language has become soft. The report states that the club would be willing to analyze offers upwards of €30m (£26m).

Of course, this is still a large fee. But it is also a far cry from the €100m (£87m) release clause in his contract.

Manchester United still remain interested

Keeping an eye on the situation, Manchester United has once again been named among the English clubs.

The report does not go as far as claiming formal negotiations or bids. However, the Premier League team continues to feature in Portuguese reporting about the player.

Napoli are said to be particularly alert, while English clubs are also monitoring developments.

But for United, the interest still makes logical sense. Since the beginning of 2025, Richard Ríos has played 90 matches for club and country. That workload alone speaks volumes about his physical toughness.

Also, his production has also improved this season. The 25-year-old has already registered six goals and six assists, making this the most productive campaign of his career so far.

If Michael Carrick’s side are looking to improve the midfield, he could certainly be one of the strong contenders for a place in the team.

Benfica is balancing evaluation and urgency

The interesting thing here is the paradox that Benfica is now trying to manage.

On the one hand, they still believe that the World Cup can significantly increase the market value of Richard Rios. The Colombian is expected to be part of his national team’s plans in 2026, and Benfica know that a strong tournament could greatly increase his price.

On the other hand, they may not be in a financial position to comfortably wait.

An Bola repeatedly formulated the club’s summer strategy around the need for liquidity before reinvesting in the team. This explains why the tone around Rios has become more lenient.

So while Benfica aren’t actually putting the “for sale” sign on the midfielder, there is now a very clear sense that they are ‘open to offers’ – especially if the Premier League club decide to seriously make a move.

of liverpool Alisson has been backed for an exit despite getting a new deal two months ago.

sports witness Italian interest in the goalkeeper has been widely covered over the past few weeks. Juventus have appeared most keen to almost agree personal terms with the Brazilian.

Juve are expected to speak to Liverpool soon, who will have a higher demand for the keeper to leave.

The Turin club are keen to sign a goalkeeper in the summer, amid doubts about Mattia Perin over Michele Di Gregorio. Alisson, who plays under Luciano Spalletti at AS Roma, is seen as the ideal choice.

age is not a problem

Talks to goalkeeping legend Edwin van der Sar gazzetta dello sport In a detailed interview. He was asked about Juve’s goalkeeping struggles and how they could fare with the Liverpool veteran in goal.

He described the Brazilian as ‘top-notch’ and someone who can make his mark in Turin.

“Alisson is a top-class goalkeeper, one of the best in the world. I have admired him in recent years at Liverpool. Transfer rumors are never pleasant for any player or goalkeeper, but if Juventus are considering a move, Alisson could be a credible option.

“We are talking about a top player. Playing in Italy with Roma will help him if necessary.”

Van der Sar was also questioned whether Alisson’s age could hold him back at the Old Lady.

Rejecting the idea, the Dutchman said:

“Yes, it is a question of confidence and calmness. The fact that Alisson is almost 34 is not a problem; on the contrary: there are many goalkeepers who play at a high level even at an older age.”

Van der Sar also gave his own example, when he left Manchester United at the age of 40.

“Buffon retired at 45, I played my last season at Manchester United at 40.”

Our opinion: Alisson could press for Juve

Alisson’s prominence at Liverpool has diminished this season. Injuries have been a factor but Giorgi Mamardashvili has shown he is capable of becoming first choice.

That won’t be the case in Turin, where he can become an unquestionable regular under a manager he knows well.

Spalletti’s time at Napoli shows his ability to drag teams to silverware. Juve will need that and a player of Alisson’s caliber would help immensely.

Bayern Munich are increasingly confident they will sign Anthony Gordon newcastle united in this summer.

Evening newspaper Munich report The Newcastle winger is firmly in Bayern’s plans, and a recent board meeting has given the go-ahead to a possible transfer.

bayern meeting on gordon

The newspaper reports that FC Bayern’s supervisory board met on Monday. This led to agreement on an important issue; Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon is set to be the ‘marquee signing’ of the summer transfer window.

The German giants are hoping to pull off another Premier League ‘coup’ to strengthen their attack following the signings of Harry Kane, Michael Olise and Luis Diaz in recent years. Each of them have done a great job.

Bayern wants to continue this ‘successful tradition’. This is despite the admission that signing Gordon from Newcastle this summer would be an expensive venture. According to English reports he is worth €90 million. Bayern will not pay that much.

Instead, talks between the two clubs over a potential deal are likely to intensify in the coming weeks. Bayern Munich considers itself a pioneer.

Gordon is leaning towards Munich

Anthony Gordon himself is headed to Bayern. According to AZ information, a five-year contract is being discussed. The deal is being considered ‘understandable’ for Bayern.

They need top-class options, which they sorely lacked in the recent Champions League semi-final defeat against Paris Saint-Germain. Jamal Musiala is also far from his best form and Serge Gnabry will be out for a long time.

The Newcastle forward is the preferred candidate at the moment. It seems Bayern are also talking about spending big on him this summer. But all signs point to them pushing for a deal this summer.

It appears the bigger issue is Newcastle’s asking price. But if Gordon tries hard enough, this is unlikely to be a major hurdle for the German champions.

Federico Gatti is close to a Juventus exit and it could be positive for him everton And Aston Villa.

In the last few months, sports witness The defender’s situation has been monitored closely. There has been increased interest from the English side, especially as Luciano Spalletti does not see him as a key player.

Despite returning from injury in December, he has started just once in Serie A this year. In the last three league games, the centre-back has been on the field for just four minutes in total.

Now, Gattis is determined to get game time and has made a big decision about his future.

confident about player selection

gazzetta dello sport It appears that Gatty wants to leave the Old Lady.

He is one of the most loved players in the current team, but the player does not want to waste his best years on the bench. The Italian feels he can offer more and is now looking for a new destination.

Türkiye is interested in this but it does not seem to be its priority.

English clubs remain in the picture

tuttosport Provide more details today. There are mentions of interest from Aston Villa and Everton, with Juventus keen to part ways with the 27-year-old.

They are not considered suitable for spalletti and are viewed as capital gains that can be used to sign upgrades. That’s why it would be better to ‘sell him for €25m’.

Gatti will be a reliable squad player

Even if the centre-back wants regular football, he may not have the technical ability to play every game in the Premier League.

Both Aston Villa and Everton could use him as a valuable team player.

Gatti can also play on either flank at centre-back. Under Igor Tudor, he was also a regular in the wide centre-back role.

A fee of €25m is unlikely to be a problem for Aston Villa or Everton. Unai Emery and David Moyes are both considered pragmatic, who will play to Gatti’s strengths.

celtic And wolves Wolfsburger AC are interested in goalkeeper Nikolaus Polster, with the Austrian side preparing a move.

sky sports austria report WAC are demanding a transfer fee of at least €1.5m for the 23-year-old this summer.

Celtic and Wolves interest

They report that a list of clubs are showing interest in the Wolfsburger AC goalkeeper this summer. German clubs are keen on the 23-year-old, with Celtic and Wolves among the likes.

According to Sky information, the Austrian side will ask for around €1.5m and €2m for the goalkeeper this summer.

Nicholas Polster himself wants this move. He is looking to take the next step in his career and hopes to move abroad this summer.

The goalkeeper came through the youth ranks at SK Rapee and moved to LASK in the 2020 summer transfer window. He also had stints at Vorwärts Steyr and SV Horn before joining Wolfsberger in July 2024.

He has been number one since then, having played a total of 67 matches, conceding 79 goals and keeping 20 clean sheets. This season he has made 33 appearances and conceded 43 goals in all competitions.

goalkeeping changes

Now a move to the United Kingdom could be on the cards, with Celtic and Wolves both showing interest in the goalkeeper.

Celtic are possibly looking for a long-term replacement for Kasper Schmeichel. The Danish goalkeeper has faced criticism this season. Viljami Sinisalo and Ross Doohan are also in his team.

Wolves’ current options are Jose Sa, Sam Johnstone and Daniel Bentley. The latter is currently playing as the other two are injured. But big changes are likely to take place this summer following their return to the Championship.

Saw and Johnstone’s deals expire next summer, while Bentley’s current contract expires in 2028. At least two of them need to be resolved in the coming months. And it appears Niklas Polster is on his list.

chelsea’s It is becoming easier to understand the interest in Victor Frohold at FC Porto with each passing week.

The midfielder has become one of the faces of Porto’s title-winning campaigns. He is one of the most talked about young midfielders in Europe. Furthermore, he has increasingly become a player Premier League clubs are drawing serious plans around.

Chelsea is one of the most linked clubs Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle United. However, there is an extra layer added to the Blues’ situation with uncertainty surrounding Enzo Fernandez’s future at Stamford Bridge.

According to the Portuguese press, Chelsea are interested Directly linked to Enzo’s eventual departure. This background helps to explain why the London Club has intensified its monitoring of the freehold.

And Dane’s praise from all quarters is growing louder.

Porto is already thinking long term

Francesco Farioli has now publicly addressed the growing relocation noise around Freehold. Furthermore, his comments left no doubt as to Porto’s intentions.

talking to gameThe Porto manager pointed directly to the midfielder’s own recent comments regarding his desire to stay. He also wants to play Champions League football with the club next season.

“I think his words after the last game were very clear about where he wants to play next season and how he feels here at FC Porto.” Farioli said.

The Italian also made Porto’s wider strategy very clear.

“There is a clear desire and intention to move forward on the right path, trying to keep the best players and progress this group.”

Farioli also confirmed that talks are already taking place behind the scenes ahead of the summer market.

“There are discussions and negotiations with players, agents and clubs to understand the situation,” Emphasizing that Porto wants to be, he explained “Ready to make the right decision when the market comes.”

This is in line with what has been consistently coming out of Portugal in recent weeks. Porto want to keep Froholdt as a core part of the team. This is especially important ahead of their return to the Champions League after two years away.

“A unique player”

In fact the loudest praise is coming from Denmark. game This week we spoke to former Copenhagen academy coordinator Martin Wingard and former Denmark international Morten Bisgaard. Both personalities worked closely with Frohold before his rise to prominence in Porto.

Both paint a picture of a player whose mentality set him apart long before he reached senior football.

“He was always a hard-working player with a top-level mentality,” Vineyard explained.

The former academy coordinator revealed that Fröholdt consistently dominated every race and endurance test at the Copenhagen Academy, even when more attention was given to the bigger talents around him.

“When it comes to hard work, no one can beat Froholdt.”

Wingard also highlighted the midfielder’s consistency and mentality in big matches.

“He loves big games and is never afraid,” the former coach explained before adding another line that comes up when discussing Froholdt’s influence.

“It was always easy to notice whether he was on the pitch or not.”

He also believes that Porto have found the ideal role for the midfielder. While Denmark has used Froholdt in a number of positions, Wingard feels the Porto system allows him to show his best qualities as a number eight.

“He just loves playing football. He doesn’t care who he’s facing, he just wants to play well and win.”

Bisgaard was equally powerful.

“He is a unique player,” the former Udinese striker said while discussing Froholdt’s rise.

“You have Messi and Ronaldo, who are incredibly good because of the goals they score, but Frohold’s mentality and dedication could make him one of the best players in Europe.”

“What surprised me was how quickly he reached the second level in Portugal,” Bisgaard explained.

“He was very good at under-17 level, brilliant at under-19, but when he reached the Copenhagen first team he immediately became extraordinary. He has done exactly that at FC Porto.”

Bisgaard even suggested that Fröhold should stay in Portugal for the next one, two or three seasons as the club provided the stability needed for the next stage of his development.

“If he continues like this, he will become FC Porto’s next big sale”He concluded.

what happens next

Chelsea’s interest is unlikely to wane, especially as questions over Enzo Fernandez continue to loom in the background.

At the same time, Arsenal, Liverpool and Newcastle are firmly in the race, and Porto are aware that the summer market could move very quickly once formal discussions have begun.

However, the player wants to stay. The manager wants to keep him. Porto wants to build around him. So this combination could ultimately delay any immediate Premier League move, even though England’s biggest clubs are already preparing themselves for the future.