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Arsenal keeping tabs on Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofanewhile Liverpool could join the race to become free agent centre-backs soon Marcos Senesi.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Arsenal are closely following the Bayer Leverkusen youngster Christian Kofaneaccording to Sky Germany. The 19-year-old striker made a big impression on Arsenal when they faced them in the Champions League last 16 this season, and could be on the move as soon as this summer. Leverkusen are reportedly ready to let the player move in a deal worth between €60 million and €70 million. With Bayern Munich not interested in signing him, the Premier League is seen as the most likely destination.
– Liverpool could compete with Barcelona for the defender position Marcos Senesi this summer, TEAMTalk reports. The Bournemouth star is set to become a free agent at the end of the season after four years on the south coast. Senesi, 28, is heavily linked with a move to Barcelona, who still lead the race to sign him ahead of La Liga rivals Atletico Madrid. However, this decision could depend on whether Barca can land. Alessandro Bastoniwho remains their main target at centre-back.
– Manchester United and Manchester City “will act quickly” to try to sign Elliot Andersonreports The Sun. Any deal for the Nottingham Forest midfielder is expected to be worth around £100million if he moves this summer. However, both Manchester clubs fear an impressive performance at this summer’s World Cup could see his value skyrocket. City are said to be leading the race for Anderson, although Newcastle United Sandro Tonali also remains on their radar, should the Italy international fail to agree a contract extension on Tyneside.
– Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig are in the race to recruit the Anderlecht prodigy Nathan DeCatreports Sky Germany. The 17-year-old also remains on Bayern Munich’s shortlist, although all three Bundesliga clubs will prioritize a move for Hertha Berlin. Kennet Eichhorn once the transfer window reopens. De Cat, meanwhile, is under contract at Anderlecht until 2027 and could be available for around €20 million this summer.
– Newcastle United could grab Werder Bremen youngster Karim Coulibaly this summer, Fabrizio Romano revealed it. The Magpies are one of several clubs keeping tabs on Coulibaly, who has shone in the Bundesliga this season. The German youth international is reportedly ready to take the next step in his career, with many top European clubs keen to sign the 18-year-old.
EXPERT OPINION
According to the Sun, both Manchester clubs fear a deal for Elliot Anderson will become much more expensive after the World Cup. ESPN’s Sam Tighe explains why he’s ready to play a big role for England this summer:
There is no doubt who Declan Rice’s first-choice central midfield partner will be for England this summer. Anderson enjoyed two exceptional seasons with Nottingham Forest and has transferred that form to the national team perfectly.
Despite only having seven caps to his name, he feels like an experienced and stable presence in the middle. His overall game is extremely strong: he is energetic and active defensively, but he is also comfortable handling a huge volume of passes in a controlled possession system. There’s a good reason he’s already been linked with summer moves to Manchester City and Manchester United on multiple occasions.
OTHER RUMORS
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– Manchester United are determined to keep Bruno Fernandesdespite having a £57 million release clause in his contract. (Daily Express)
– Liverpool are prepared to let up to seven players leave the club this summer, including Andy Robertson, Joe Gomez And Curtis Jones. (Star of the day)
– Liverpool and Manchester United monitor Juventus midfielder Khafre Thuramwhose future in Italy is far from assured. (AllJuve)
– Tottenham and Newcastle United are “admirers” of the Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggenwhich is also followed by Bayern Munich. (TEAMTalk)
– Sunderland very interested in signing Bologna defender John Lucumi this summer. (Sports witness)
-Pep Guardiola revealed that Manchester City would not replace RodriThis is the right path if he wants to leave the club. (Sky Sports News)
– Barcelona sent a scout to monitor the Cagliari defender Marco Palestre last month. (Nicolo Schira)
– Elversberg is seriously considering triggering an option to buy the midfielder on loan Lukasz Poręba at the end of the season. (Rudy Galetti)
– Nottingham Forest and Southampton want to sign a 16-year-old player Boyd Fraser of Hearts. (Fabrizio Romano)
