Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona plotting 'final assault' for Haaland

Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski wants to push through a move to Real Madrid - according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/02/09/primera/1644392702_429969.html" target="_self">AS</a>.The 33-year-old, who only has 18 months left on his contract, has got his representatives pushing for a summer transfer to Santiago Bernabeu.However, Madrid will only consider signing Lewandowski if they miss out on Borussia Dortmund's Erling Haaland, who has a reported €75 million (£63m/$86m) release clause.

Lewandowski wants Real Madrid move (AS)

Manchester United are ready to join the hunt for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans, claims <a href="https://www.nieuwsblad.be/cnt/dmf20220209_96480030 " target="_blank">Het Nieuwsblad</a>.The Belgium international has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester City in the past, but Red Devils from Old Trafford will look to join a scramble for his signature if one is sparked this summer.

Man Utd plotting Leicester raid for Tielemans (Het Nieuwsblad)

The <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10490831/Arsenal-struggle-Bukayo-Saka-sign-new-long-term-deal-without-Champions-League.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a> reports that a new contract for Bukayo Saka has become a top priority for Arsenal, but the Gunners may struggle to agree terms without Champions League football.Liverpool and Manchester City have been linked with a versatile England international at Emirates Stadium, and he may start to weigh up his options if a top-four finish in the Premier League proves elusive once again.

Arsenal face Saka contract struggle (Daily Mail)

<a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/manchester-united-engman_utd/story/4590394/ " target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports that Spain boss Luis Enrique has joined Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag on Manchester United’s managerial shortlist.The Red Devils are looking to line up a permanent appointment for the summer, as Ralf Rangnick moves upstairs, and a former Barcelona boss is in their thoughts.

Enrique joins Pochettino on Man Utd shortlist (ESPN)

The <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-united-liverpool-bowen-transfer-23040013 " target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a> reports that Jarrod Bowen’s form at West Ham, and Liverpool’s decision to land Luis Diaz, could see Manchester United step up interest in the talented winger.The 25-year-old has hit 11 goals for the Hammers this season, and the Red Devils are expected to be in the market for another right-sided forward in the summer transfer window.

Man Utd could turn to Bowen (MEN)

Barcelona are, according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-ira-haaland-13216073 " target="_blank">Sport</a>, plotting a “final assault” that will see them win the race for Erling Haaland’s signature in the summer transfer window.The prolific Norwegian is expected to leave Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season, with Barca preparing a lucrative bid that will allow them to see off competition from the likes of Real Madrid , Paris Saint-Germain and heavyweight outfits in the Premier League.

Barcelona plotting 'final assault' for Haaland (Sport)

Memphis Depay could leave Barcelona this summer as the club prefer other attacking options, according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/tres-sentenciados-junio-13215921" target="_blank">SPORT</a>.Because of the recent additions of Ferran Torres, Adama Traore and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and the pursuit of Erling Haaland, the Blaugrana are eager to clear space in their squad.

Memphis could leave Barcelona this summer (SPORT)

Just a year after signing with the Blaugrana, he could be pushed out for alternative forwards

AC Milan are set to meet with the representatives of centre-back Sven Botman ahead of a potential transfer, writes <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-i-rappresentanti-di-botman-sono-a-san-siro-domani-l-incont-78957" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The 22-year-old Lille player has been linked with a number of top clubs around Europe and is seen as a top defensive prospect.He's made 16 appearances in Ligue 1 this season.

AC Milan to meet with Botman's representatives (Calciomercato)

Highly-regarded centre-back has also been linked to the Premier League

Chelsea are willing to sell Spanish goalkeeper Kepa at the end of the 2021-22 campaign - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/17613567/chelsea-kepa-arrizabalaga-transfer-offers/" target="_self">The Sun</a>.The 27-year-old has impressed in a backup role for the Blues this term, most notably with a man of the match display in their FIFA Club World Cup semi-final win over Al-Hilal.However, he remains firmly behind Edouard Mendy in the squad pecking order and Chelsea will let him go this summer if they receive a suitable offer.

Chelsea willing to sell Kepa

Atletico Madrid want to bring in Aston Villa right-back Matty Cash to replace Kieran Trippier - according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/atletico/2022/02/10/6203ea69268e3e7e5c8b45e3.html" target="_self">Marca</a>.Trippier left Wanda Metropolitano to join Newcastle in January, leaving Diego Simeone shot on options at full-back.The Atletico boss has doubts over Cash's lack of top-flight experience, but the club are ready to take a risk and swoop for the Villa star in the summer.

Atletico want Villa's Cash as Trippier replacement

Tottenham have identified Monaco midfielder Mamadou Coulibaly - according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10498021/Tottenham-Fabio-Paratici-set-target-upcoming-talents-players-dwindling-contracts.html" target="_self">Daily Mail</a>.The 17-year-old's contract is up in the summer, and Spurs director of Fabio Paratici is planning to use his contacts in the French game to lure him to the Premier League on a free transfer.Hoffenheim have also been strongly linked with Coulibaly, who has impressed for Monaco's U19 side this term.

Tottenham target Monaco teenager Coulibaly

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ryan Hollingshead is Black &amp; Gold. 📝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LAFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LAFC</a> acquires defender Ryan Hollingshead from <a href="https://twitter.com/FCDallas?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FCDallas</a> in exchange for defender Marco Farfan. 🔁 LAFC Trades presented by <a href="https://twitter.com/remitly?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@remitly</a>.— LAFC (@LAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LAFC/status/1491872162348613635?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We have acquired left back Marco Farfan from Los Angeles FC in exchange for defender Ryan Hollingshead.— FC Dallas (@FCDallas) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCDallas/status/1491872683553927172?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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LAFC sign Hollingshead as Farfan heads to FC Dallas in swap deal

Torino defender Gleison Bremer is the subject of interest from Juventus - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/calciomercato-juve-due-grandi-nomi-per-la-difesa-33527" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.The Bianconeri will consider making a move for the 24-year-old when the summer transfer window opens.Bremer is under contract at Torino until 2024 and has appeared in 21 Serie A matches for the club so far this season.

Juventus interested in Torino defender Bremer 

Alexis Sanchez is in line for a new contract at Inter - according to <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Inter/10-02-2022/inter-sanchez-ora-puo-prolungare-spalmatura-4301337246009_preview.shtml" target="_self">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>.The 33-year-old's current deal is due to expire in 2023, but the Nerazzurri are considering handing him fresh terms at the end of the season.Sanchez would have to accept slightly reduced wages to stay at Inter, for whom he has scored twice in 16 Serie A outings so far this term.

Sanchez in line for new Inter contract

The LA Galaxy have signed former Juventus and Bayern Munich winger Douglas Costa from Gremio, the club announced on Thursday.Costa will join the club on an initial six-month loan from Juventus, after which the winger will be signed on a permanent deal through the end of the 2023 MLS seasonAnd, after completing his move, Costa promised to "bring the flash" to MLS as he looks to help the Galaxy return to the top of the league.Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/douglas-costa-completes-la-galaxy-transfer-and-vows-to-bring-the-/bltb56fef241f879e6f" target="_self">GOAL</a>.

Douglas Costa vows to 'bring the flash' after joining LA Galaxy

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">RENOVACIÓN 🖊 ⚽ Giuliano prolonga su vinculación con nuestro club hasta 2025 ❤️🤍 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/A%C3%BApaAtleti?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AúpaAtleti</a> <a href="https://t.co/XJWdF70EGQ">pic.twitter.com/XJWdF70EGQ</a>— Atleti Academia (@AtletiAcademia) <a href="https://twitter.com/AtletiAcademia/status/1491827862114086913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Simeone's son signs Atletico extension to 2025

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">AC Milan have confirmed to Sven Botman agents their intention to sign him in June as priority target. So it was a positive, direct meeting in Milano today. 🔴🇳🇱 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> Newcastle have been pushing for months but AC Milan want Botman - they won’t give up. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/M8kss07sHt">pic.twitter.com/M8kss07sHt</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1491834149153525761?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Milan to step up Botman pursuit

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗬𝗼𝗮𝗻 𝗭𝗼𝘂𝗺𝗮 The Club would like to give a further update on its player, Yoan Zouma.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/COYD?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#COYD</a>⚔️— Dagenham &amp; Redbridge (@Dag_RedFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dag_RedFC/status/1491795341234118656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Dagenham suspend Zouma's brother

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BREAKING: Charlotte FC's deal to sign Venezuelan int'l winger Darwin Machis from La Liga's Grenada is OFF. $6m~ deal was agreed, medical complete &amp; Machis was in Charlotte but the deal is OFF. There is a reported ongoing legal issue in Spain regarding Machis that is unresolved.— Tom Bogert (@tombogert) <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1491795300377186307?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Charlotte move for Machis collapses

<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220210/1001748630/azpilicueta-encarado-mazraoui-recamara.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports that Cesar Azpilicueta is seeking showdown talks with Chelsea’s board regarding his future at Stamford Bridge.The experienced Spanish defender is due to be out of contract in the summer and has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona as a free agent.

Azpilicueta demands future meeting with Chelsea

Along with Azpilicueta, Barcelona are also said to be keen on Chelsea defenders Andreas Christensen and Marcos Alonso – with budget options being sought that will allow funds to be invested in Erling Haaland.With possible arrivals being lined up, <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4590518/barcelona-target-chelsea-trio-in-plan-to-sign-erling-haaland-sources " target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports that the Blaugrana will once again open themselves up to offers for United States international full-back Sergino Dest over the summer.

Barca open to offers for USMNT star Dest

Arsenal have, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10496235/Arsenal-complete-paperwork-New-England-Revolution-goalkeeper-Matt-Turner.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, completed all of the relevant paperwork that will allow USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner to link up with them in the summer.The American shot-stopper is joining Premier League heavyweights from MLS side the New England Revolution in a deal worth £7.5 million ($10m).

Arsenal complete Turner paperwork

Gerard Pique is now 35 years of age, but the World Cup-winning defender is not planning to head into retirement this summer.That is according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/retirada-opcion-pique-13215145 " target="_blank">Sport</a>, who report that the legendary centre-half is hoping to extend his playing career at Camp Nou.

Pique not planning retirement at Barca

Andreas Pereira is hoping to seal a permanent move to Flamengo from Manchester United, but <a href="https://www.uol.com.br/esporte/futebol/colunas/mauro-cezar-pereira/2022/02/07/flamengo-perto-de-fechar-com-andreas-pereira-e-mira-zagueiro-do-bragantino.htm " target="_blank">UOL</a> claims a deal has been delayed.That is because those at Old Trafford have more pressing concerns to contend with at present, with a Brazil international midfielder having to be patient as he waits on a transfer being pushed through.

Permanent transfer for Pereira is delayed

PSV winger Cody Gakpo has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester City, but <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mikel-arteta-can-complete-arsenal-23034686 " target="_blank">football.london</a> claims that Arsenal may be tempted to join the hunt for his signature.The 22-year-old Netherlands international is expected to make a big-money transfer at some stage in the near future, with the Premier League seemingly set to be his next port of call.

Arsenal may join the hunt for Gakpo

Takumi Minamino is not looking to push for the exits at Liverpool, with the Japan international determined to prove his worth at Anfield despite generating plenty of transfer talk.He has told <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jy0Gx0Ew8wM " target="_blank">LFC TV</a>: “Playing for Liverpool was my childhood dream. I am really happy to be here as the club's first Asian player. I would love to achieve something here and I am not satisfied with the result yet.”

Minamino planning Liverpool stay

West Ham remain keen on bringing Jesse Lingard back to the London Stadium, claims <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/87970751-west-ham-transfer-news-interest-in-jesse-lingard-remains " target="_blank">GiveMeSport</a>.The Hammers were unable to get a deal agreed with Manchester United for the midfielder in January, but the England international will become a free agent in the summer and could head back to the East End.

West Ham remain keen on Lingard deal

Borussia Dortmund are confident of wrapping up a deal to sign Red Bull Salzburg striker Karim Adeyemi in the summer transfer window, <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1491699711895654404" target="_self">Fabrizio Romano</a> reports.Adeyemi has allegedly been on the radar of Liverpool, Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig for some time, but it could be that Dortmund have stolen a march.In addition, Salzburg coach Mattias Jaissle recently admitted that Adeyemi could well leave at the end of the season.

BVB confident of Adeyemi deal

Atalanta are looking at the possibility of signing either Diego Costa or Graziano Pelle, <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato" target="_self">Sky Sport Italia</a> reports.It is said that the Serie A side are keen to bring in free agent striker due Duvan Zapata's latest injury, which could see the Colombian miss the rest of the season.

Atalanta eye Diego Costa & Pelle

Antonio Conte is keen to sign Arturo Vidal for Tottenham, according to <a href="https://www.latercera.com/el-deportivo/noticia/va-con-todo-por-el-rey-tottenham-y-conte-hacen-fuerzas-para-fichar-a-vidal/EQQZRYAYT5E2JHQJDG77HTYF74/" target="_self">La Tercera</a>.The Chilean publication states that Vidal would prioritise a move to Spurs over Galatasaray and Marseille, who have shown an interest in the 34-year-old.Vidal's deal with Inter runs until the summer of 2023, but the Nerazzurri put a clause in his contract that can see them pay €4 million to terminate the agreement a year early, meaning they would save €5.5m as the player is set to make €9.5m in his final year in Italy.Should the club activate said clause, a move to North London could be on the cards.

Conte wants King Arturo at Spurs

Former Liverpool forward Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed his desire to return to the Premier League.Union Berlin's top scorer with nine goals in 17 appearances this season, the attacker has made it clear that returning to a club in England's top flight is his main ambition.In an interview with <a href="https://www.kicker.de/awoniyi-die-premier-league-ist-mein-traum-das-weiss-jeder-im-klub-4000000041706/transfermeldung" target="_self">Kicker</a>, the 24-year-old said: “The Premier League is my dream. Everyone knows that, including here at the club.“If I lived in England it would be easier for my wife and child, if only because of the language. In addition, my sister and brother live in the UK.”

Awoniyi dreams of Prem return

Gianluigi Buffon may be 44 years of age, but he is still going strong at Parma and <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/gianluigi-buffon-would-seriously-consider-mls-move " target="_blank">90min</a> reports that the veteran goalkeeper would “seriously consider” a move to MLS.The World Cup-winning Italian has not been approached by any sides from North America as yet, but will be open to offers as he mulls over another new challenge.

Buffon would ‘seriously consider’ move to MLS

Real Madrid remain in the market for a back-up goalkeeper to compete with Thibaut Courtois and could look to land former Arsenal star David Ospina as a free agent, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/real-madrid-sera-primer-fichaje-2022-david-ospina-20220209.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.A Colombian shot-stopper approaching the end of his current contract is currently in Italy in Napoli.

Real eye Ospina as a free agent

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Theo Hernández was on Paris Saint-Germain list one year ago, before Nuno Mendes deal - but Theo only wanted to stay 🔴🇫🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ACMilan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ACMilan</a> AC Milan will announce his new contract in the coming days. Five year deal agreed and completed - while PSG are now more than happy with Nuno Mendes. <a href="https://t.co/1p0hZEI6U1">pic.twitter.com/1p0hZEI6U1</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1491605650501259267?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Theo set to sign new Milan contract

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Erik ten Hag on his future: “Marc Overmars and me were definitely a strong duo. But to think about this now... it's not about me now. We need to process what happened”, he told <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeVerweij?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MikeVerweij</a>. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajax?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajax</a> “I will start looking at the consequences. I won't think about my future now”. <a href="https://t.co/SBhJlSYu0f">pic.twitter.com/SBhJlSYu0f</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1491537654479048707?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Ten Hag declines to talk about future after Overmars scandal

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Talks in progress for Ivan <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Perisic?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Perisic</a>’s contract extension with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Inter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Inter</a> until 2024. They are working to reach an agreement on the salary of the winger. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/HZNc9xCgoE">https://t.co/HZNc9xCgoE</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1491473781667282944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New Perisic extension talks underway

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Dundee Football Club are delighted to announce the signing of Zeno Ibsen Rossi on loan from Bournemouth until the end of the season <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thedee?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thedee</a> ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/VlFn9sIFpF">https://t.co/VlFn9sIFpF</a> <a href="https://t.co/ld5TTeHLoa">pic.twitter.com/ld5TTeHLoa</a>— Dundee Football Club (@DundeeFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/DundeeFC/status/1491437438744797184?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Dundee announce Rossi loan

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Talks with Tevez were so informal, money hadn’t even been discussed. One source called prospect of him signing “silly,” another said it was on “back-burner.” Looking like DCU will use Loudoun keeper to fill 3rd slot, at least for now. Nothing imminent in Kamara trade talks.— Steven Goff (@SoccerInsider) <a href="https://twitter.com/SoccerInsider/status/1491397549496074240?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Tevez to DC United talks were never formal

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Today welcome Gabriel Costa to the RNY FC family. <a href="https://t.co/iNDidL166O">pic.twitter.com/iNDidL166O</a>— Rochester New York FC (@rnyfcofficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/rnyfcofficial/status/1491399470671855621?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2022</a></blockquote>
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