TRANSFER GOSSIPS: Transfer gossip from European newspapers March 31, 2022
Lukaku could still be on a path that leads back to Internazionale, with the Serie A club weighing up solutions to bring him back to the San Siro
- Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku could still be on a path that leads back to Internazionale, with the Serie A club weighing up solutions to bring him back to the San Siro. The 28-year-old Belgian striker has failed to establish himself since joining Chelsea in the summer, scoring just five goals in 19 Premier League appearances.(Calciomercato).
- Paris Saint-Germain are keen to secure a deal for Ajax Amsterdam winger Antony. The 22-year-old has begun capturing the attention of top clubs around Europe with his performances of late, with Bayern Munich also interested in his services. It is reported that PSG have already made contact with his representatives over a potential deal that would see him make the switch to the Parc des Princes in the summer. (Le 10 Sport)
- AS Roma have no intention to part ways with Tammy Abraham this summer. Chelsea have the option via a buyback clause to bring him back to Stamford Bridge in July 2023 for an €80 million fee, but Roma boss Jose Mourinho intends to keep the 24-year-old striker as a key part of his team going forward. He has scored 15 goals in 29 Serie A appearances this season. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Speculation surrounding the future of Neymar has suggested he could be set to leave PSG this summer. The Brazil international's deal isn't set to expire until 2025, and with teams finding it difficult to match his current salary, the latest indicates that he could run out the rest of his contract.( Goal)
- Real Madrid are planning to move on Rodrygo this summer as they prepare for the potential arrivals of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland. (Sport.)
- N'golo Kante turned down an approach from Paris Saint-Germain in January. The 31-year-old defensive midfielder was contacted by PSG late in the transfer window as the Ligue 1 club made another attempt to persuade him to make the switch to the Parc des Princes, but he once again decided to remain at Chelsea. (Le Parisien)
- Barcelona are yet to begin contract talks with Gavi despite calls from manager Xavi Hernandez to get the deal over the line.It is reported that there are still differences to amend over personal terms for the 17-year-old midfielder, and uncertainty is beginning to grow with the Camp Nou hierarchy still yet to initiate a second round of contract talks. (Sport)
- Talks will begin between Arsenal and William Saliba in the coming weeks as the Gunners consider resolutions for the centre-back's future. It is reported that Mikel Arteta's side will make a decision this summer whether to bring him into the first team or move him on after he returns from his loan spell with Marseille. The 21-year-old centre-back has two years left on his deal at the Emirates Stadium, and it is reported that the Ligue 1 club would like to keep him if they can reach an agreement over a fee for his services. (Goal)
- IAC Milan could be set to cool their pursuit of Marco Asensio due to the Real Madrid star's salary demands.The 26-year-old winger currently earns €5.5m per season on his deal that expires in the summer of 2023, and the Rossoneri aren't confident of securing a deal amid uncertainty over what fee the LaLiga side could also quote for his services. (Tuttosport).
- Barcelona are set to begin a new round of contract talks with Ousmane Dembele after his return to form. Manager Xavi Hernandez is reported to be impressed with the 24-year-old winger's form and despite previous suggestions that the Blaugrana were ready to give up on him, the latest suggests that they will now look to reach an agreement before his deal runs out at the end of the season. (Mail)
- Arsenal are in the market for a new striker, but they may look to keep one they already have. Alexandre Lacazette is in line for a new short-term deal after the club let Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leave on a free transfer to Barcelona in February. Lacazette, 30, could sign a one-year contract with the option of an extra year, as the Gunners also have Eddie Nketiah out of contract in the summer. (L'Equipe)
- Chelsea forward Timo Werner wants to leave the club and the Blues will let him if an appropriate bid is made.Werner, 26, has seven goals in 28 games this season but hasn't settled since making the €53m move from RB Leipzig in 2020. (Sport1).
- Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry has previously been linked with a move to Chelsea, but now reports claims that Real Madrid are interested too. Gnabry, 26, has a contract which expires in 2023 but has not managed to agree an extension yet. The former Arsenal player has now attracted Los Blancos' interest and this summer could be Bayern's last chance to recoup a transfer fee for him as they look at Ajax's Antony and RB Leipzig's Christopher Nkunku as a replacement.( Bild)
- Borussia Dortmund are looking to find a replacement for Erling Haaland. Reports say they are in advanced talks for FC Salzburg's Karim Adeyemi. Haaland, 21, has a €75m release clause and has been linked with Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern, Man United and Man City. Meanwhile, Adeyemi has emerged as a top talent in Austria, and has been rated at around €40m. (Fabrizio Romano )
- England midfielder Kalvin Phillips, 26, has told Leeds United he wants to sign a new contract this summer, which could leave admirers Manchester United, Liverpool, Newcastle, West Ham and Aston Villa disappointed. (Mirror)
- France forward Anthony Martial, 26, could be used by Manchester United as a makeweight in a deal to sign England captain Harry Kane, 28, from Tottenham. (ESPN)
- Manchester United are ready to make a move for England striker Tammy Abraham, 24, who has scored 23 goals for Italian club Roma this season. (Corriere dello Sport - in Italian)
- Everton will have to sell one of their star forwards, England striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, 25, or 24-year-old Brazil international Richarlison, in the summer after posting losses of £121m last season. (Sun)
- Manchester United are keen on Benfica's £60m-rated striker Darwin Nunez, but their hopes of landing the 22-year-old Uruguay international hinge on qualifying for the Champions League next season. (Telegraph - subscription needed)
- Newcastle United are ready to make a move for Bologna's Scotland left-back Aaron Hickey, 19, who could be allowed to leave the Italian club for £15-£20m. (Fabrizio Romano)
- Netherlands winger Steven Bergwijn, 24, has hinted he is ready to bring his time at Tottenham to an end this summer. (Mail)
- Czech Republic's 26-year-old striker Patrik Schick, who has been linked with a move to either Arsenal or Barcelona, will not be leaving Bayer Leverkusen, says the club's chief executive. (Goal)
- AC Milan are reconsidering a move for Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio after being put off by the 26-year-old Spain international's wage demands. (Tuttosport)
