Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool double announcement, Man Utd Olise plan, Arsenal £27m hint

Tottenham are set to target a right-back this summer, reports Fabrizio Romano.

Emerson Royal has been heavily linked with a move away from Spurs at the end of the season, and his exit is expected to facilitate a new signing in defence.

Tottenham are said to be pleased with how Pedro Porro has performed this season but they are interested in signing an alternative option in right-back for next season to allow for rotation.

Newcastle are reportedly willing to pay £15million to sign Aaron Ramsdale this summer.

According to The Telegraph, the Magpies are set to push for the goalkeeper in an attempt to make him one of their first signings of the summer, with a five-year contract offer set to be tabled.

A deal has not yet been agreed between the two sides, as shown by Ramsdale’s recent X post, but there is confidence that an agreement can be reached sooner rather than later.

Arsenal star Aaron Ramsdale has responded to claims that he is set to join Newcastle this summer.

It has been claimed that an agreement is in place for the England international to leave Arsenal and head to St James’ Park at the end of the season, though it does not appear that that is the case at this stage…

Crystal Palace are eyeing a move for Luton Town star Alfie Doughty, reports GiveMeSport.

The versatile is attracting plenty of interest ahead of the summer transfer window following his impressive debut season in the Premier League, with West Ham and Wolves monitoring his situation closely.

If Luton are relegated, Palace are hoping to pull off a ‘quickfire’ deal for the 24-year-old to bring him to Selhurst Park.

Chelsea reportedly believe that they have won the race to sign Palmeiras star Estevao Willian.

That is according to HITC, who claim that the playmaker has agreed terms on a deal worth up to £60million.

The 17-year-old has been the subject of interest from top clubs around Europe over the past few months, but Chelsea now believe that they are in pole position to secure his signature.

Mohamed Elneny has confirmed on social media that he will be leaving Arsenal at the end of the season, with his contract with the club set to expire this summer.

Everton manager Sean Dyche has revealed that he hopes to help Dele Alli return to the football pitch, despite his contract at Goodison Park expiring this summer.

Asked about what the future holds for the England international, Dyche explained: “We’ll see. My main aim and I’ve spoken to him endlessly about it is just to get him back on the pitch, get him playing, get him smiling, get him enjoying it again.

“He’s had a real tough time, it became clear, in his personal life but that’s well and truly parked, he looks good in himself, he seems well in himself and on the training pitch, it looks like he’s moving well.

“Getting back the love of the game is the end goal that I’ve spoken to him about, regardless of his situation with us or anyone else for that matter, getting back to that love of the game and love of what he does because he’s a top player – without a doubt – when he’s fully fit and running.”

Manchester City have reportedly been turned down by Valencia starlet Jaume Dura.

Spanish outlet Relevo claim that the 16-year-old is considered to be one of Europe’s brightest prospects, with his future to be made clear in an official announcement soon.

City along with Real Madrid and Barcelona were all very interested in the teenager, with the English side going so far as to make an enquiry to Valencia, but Dura will instead be staying with his current team.

Crystal Palace may have hinted that Michael Olise is leaving this summer, before quickly deleting their social media post.

The Eagles were previewing their final match of the Premier League season against Aston Villa by posting a picture of Olise on X (formerly known as Twitter).

However, the caption ‘The Last Dance’ suggested that it would be the final time that Olise pulls on a Palace shirt, rather than the message of the team playing for the final time this season.

Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino refused to answer questions about the Blues’ summer transfer plans as his future remains in doubt.

When asked what he believes needs to happen at Chelsea before next season, Pochettino replied: “You need to ask the sporting directors, the owners. Football is a dynamic thing – things can change.”

The Argentine then stressed the importance of confidence from the top, with a clear message to co-owner Todd Boehly.

“It’s important to have the backing of the owners, they are the bosses,” Pochettino added. “It is the best for the club, the players and the fans. We know very well that coaches are always judged about the result in a very short period. It is important to feel.”

Tottenham have reportedly decided on Feyenoord’s Santiago Gimenez as their top priority striker signing this summer.

HITC claim that Spurs are prioritising a forward and midfielder before next season, with the Mexican seen as a superior asset to the other candidates on the market.

After 26 goals in a stunning Eredivisie campaign, Feyenoord are likely to demand in the region of £42million for Gimenez’s services.

Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a potential £51million swoop for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte.

That’s according to TBR Football, who claim that Chelsea could go back in for the former Sporting man, after missing out on a deal a year ago.

Chelsea are currently keeping tabs on Ugarte as they assess their moves in the market, with the player very open to a move to the Premier League.

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez has confirmed that he is in discussions with the club to extend his contract, which currently expires in 2026.

Premier League clubs have been on red-alert at the possibility of signing the Argentinian forward for a cut-price fee, but he is still hopeful of committing his future to Inter.

“We are still in talks with the club to extend the contract,” Martinez told Sky Italy. “I hope to reach an agreement with Inter as soon as possible.”

Manchester United icon Dwight Yorke wants to see the club targeting Crystal Palace duo Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise this summer.

Yorke has called on Erik ten Hag to upgrade his attacking options after a toothless season in front of goal.

But he also wants United to decide on Mason Greenwood’s future once his successful Getafe loan ends.

“I think [United must strengthen] the wide areas,” Dwight Yorke explained when speaking to Express Sport on behalf of Crypto Casino.

“It depends on what they’re doing with Mason Greenwood; that’s another thing they need to solve at some point.

“I’ve identified two players who I feel are really good, the two boys at Crystal Palace, [Eberechi] Eze and [Michael Olise]. I think those two are fantastic young players.

“One plays at the No. 10, one plays on the right as an inverted winger. I think those are really exceptional players; I don’t know why people wouldn’t think that. They would really add value to Man United.”

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Liverpool have confirmed that Spanish midfield maestro Thiago will be leaving the club at the end of the season, when his contract expires.

He is the second player to officially be announced as departing by Liverpool today, following Joel Matip, with the pair unable to feature regularly this season due to fitness concerns.

“Before he even came to Liverpool I believed that if you really love football it would make a lot of sense if you watched Thiago Alcantara play,” said Jurgen Klopp. “Technically, he is so, so good. A talent who could play in any team in the world and it was a privilege to have him with us.

“I already knew a lot about him as a footballer before he got here – what he did at Barcelona and Bayern Munich, how could you not? – and I could not have been happier when he decided to take on a new challenge with us.

“From that point on I got to see him up close and all I can say is ‘Wow’. Most importantly, he was part of a new story and helped us develop as a team because of his special qualities.

“I know injuries have been a frustration for him and also for us but the level that he was able to play at when he was available was incredible. This is what I will remember.

“Now he will go in a new direction with his family and we can only wish them well. Wherever he plays next I would be happy to watch. An artist of the game who will only ever paint the most beautiful pictures.”

Thiago has also posted his own heartfelt message on social media to the club, thanking them for the journey they have been on together.

Liverpool have confirmed that centre-back Joel Matip will be leaving the club when his contract expires at the end of this season.

The defender has been a mainstay under Jurgen Klopp but spent the majority of this season injured with a ruptured ACL.

However, he will be remembered fondly for his big contributions to Premier League and Champions League successes.

“In all the years that I have been involved in football, I am not sure I have come across too many players who are more loved than Joel Matip. I’m not even sure it would be possible to say anything bad about him,” said Klopp.

“A wonderful professional, a wonderful footballer and a wonderful human being – we have been blessed to have him with us for as long as we have and now all we can do is wish him well as he heads off in a new direction.

“Joel’s qualities as a player are there for all to see and as a club we have benefited from them since the first moment that he joined. I don’t think he has had too many headlines over the years but he has only ever been a very famous figure within our group.

“I have said before that if there was one person who wouldn’t care if he was underrated it would be Joel, but the truth is we could not have rated him more highly. Not only has he set the standards for himself, he has set them for others and this is one of the main reasons why his time here has been so successful.”

Manchester United have reportedly made a U-turn and are now considering the possibility of signing £52million-rated defender Leny Yoro.

GiveMeSport claim that Sir Jim Ratcliffe was initially unconvinced that the Lille centre-back should be the Red Devils’ leading target.

That was largely due to his initial £71m price tag that has since been reduced, with one year left on Yoro’s contract, ensuring that United are interested once again.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has hinted at a return to football, nearly a year on from departing Old Trafford.

The Spanish stopper has been without a club since his contract was not renewed at United at the end of last season.

However, he has taken to social media to post “Loading…” to hint that a return to the sport is imminent.

Arsenal may well have hinted that they are going to activate the purchase option in goalkeeper David Raya’s loan contract.

The Gunners can buy him outright for £27million from Brentford, but are yet to officially pull the trigger despite picking up the Premier League Golden Glove.

However, Raya has been included in the photoshoot for Arsenal’s 2024/25 kits, which would be a surprise if the plan was for him to return to the Bees.

Manchester United are reportedly keen on Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise this summer and have begun work on bringing him to Old Trafford.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano claims that the Red Devils have been made aware of the Frenchman’s release clause, which is thought to be complicated, but they have taken necessary steps to be informed.

United have been scouting Olise for over a year and he has been given the green light from their talent-spotters.

However, triggering that deal would need to have the backing of United’s head coach.

Erik ten Hag remains under pressure and it is unclear whether he will continue next season, forcing United to wait on Olise until either Ten Hag is sacked and replaced or backed.

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