Atletico in talks to sign Dybala (Cadena SER)
Atletico Madrid are in talks to sign Juventus midfielder Paulo Dybala – according to Cadena SER.
The Italian giants are eager to get the Argentine, who has previously been linked with Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, off their books due to his €7 million-per-year wages.
Juve have already proposed a swap deal for Dybala involving Atletico’s Angel Correa, but Diego Simeone is thought to prefer a more straightforward transfer.
Wilshere undecided over Bournemouth future
Jack Wilshere has revealed he isn’t sure if he’ll continue playing for Bournemouth, with his short-term deal coming to an end.
The former West Ham midfielder joined the Cherries back in January although was unable to steer them back into the Premier League following their play-off defeat to Brentford.
Wilshere wrote on Instagram: “Thank you to everyone at Bournemouth for the last five months. My team-mates, all the staff and especially the fans. You were amazing last time and continued to support me this time.
“Being honest, I don’t know if this is the end. The coming weeks will tell. Unfortunately we didn’t reach our goal of promotion but there is plenty of positives and experience to take into next year to get this club back where it belongs! Have a good summer.”
Barca reach agreement to sign Wijnaldum (Fabrizio Romano)
Gini Wijnaldum to Barcelona, confirmed and here we go! #FCB The verbal agreement has been reached, Wijnaldum is joining Barça until June 2024. He’s expected to sign his contract in the next few days – work in progress to complete the deal reducing Gini’s salary.
Juve ready to offload Demiral
Juventus are ready to offload Merih Demiral in the summer transfer window – as Calcio Mercato reports.
The 23-year-old is unhappy with a lack of regular minutes at the Allianz Stadium and the Bianconeri are prepared to let him go if they receive a suitable offer.
Demiral was restricted to only 24 appearances across all competitions for Juve in 2020-21, including just 15 in Serie A.
West Ham target Spartak midfielder Kral
West Ham have identified Spartak Moscow midfielder Alex Kral – according to Sky Sports.
The Hammers are one of five Premier League clubs thought to be chasing the 23-year-old, who still has three years remaining on his current contract.
Kral is open-minded when it comes to his future, but could yet decide to remain at Spartak following their progression to the final Champions League qualifying round.
‘Koeman might stay at Barca beyond 2021-22’
Ronald Koeman might end up staying at Camp Nou beyond the 2021-22 season, according to his agent Rob Jansen, who says the Barcelona coach’s job is safe for now.
Koeman inherited the managerial reins at Barca following QuiqueSetien’s sacking last summer, and quickly set about stamping his own mark on a confidence-stricken squad.
The Dutchman was able to deliver Copa del Rey glory in his first season at the helm, but the Blaugrana fell short in the Primera Liga title race and the Champions League, and it has been reported that the club have been considering another change in the dugout.
Conte to leave Inter despite Serie A triumph (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Having led to Milan club to league glory, the manager is reportedly set to depart
Antonio Conte will leave Serie A champions Inter this summer due to the financial constraints on the club, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
Conte took Inter to their first league title for 11 seasons, however the Milan club are in dire financial straits and would not be able to give him any sizable funds to reinforce his squad this summer.
With sales of key players likely and wage cuts possible, Conte will reportedly leave in the next 48 hours, with Max Allegri and Maurizio Sarri among the names linked with the job.
‘Liverpool play better without Salah’
Liverpool play better without Mohamed Salah, according to David James, who has urged the Reds to cash in on their star forward this summer.
The former goalkeeper told Stadium Astro: “The opportunity for Liverpool to maybe cash in on Salah, [Diogo] Jota then naturally fits into that front three, [Roberto] Firmino gets more freedom arguably.
“Then Liverpool have a new dynamic up front rather than what seems to be a reliance, or has been a reliance, on Salah’s goals.”
Mourinho wants to bring Podence to Roma
Jose Mourinho wants to bring Wolves winger Daniel Podence to Roma for the 2020-21 season – according to Calcio Mercato.
The incoming Giallorossi boss scouted the 25-year-old while in charge at Tottenham, and hopes to lure him to StadioOlimpico in the summer.
Podence still has three years left on his contract at Wolves, but injuries limited his contribution to their latest campaign.
Icardi wanted by Serie A trio
Paris Saint-Germain striker Mauro Icardi is wanted by a trio of top Serie A clubs – according to Calcio Mercato.
Juventus, AC Milan and AS Roma are all interested in the 28-year-old, who could be available for around €40 million (£35m/$49m) this summer.
Icardi, who was on Inter’s books before joining PSG on a permanent deal last year, was restricted to just 20 Ligue 1 appearances for the French club in 2020-21 due to injuries.
Atletico hope to renew Trippier amid Man Utd interest
Atletico Madrid have offered Kieran Trippier a new contract in an effort to fend off potential interest from Manchester United, who are tracking the full-back, according to The Telegraph.
Trippier’s current deal runs for two more seasons, so an extension would likely lock down the 30-year-old for the majority of his remaining serviceable years as a footballer.
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