Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd and Juve locked in Dembele battle

Manchester United and Juventus are interested in signing Ousmane Dembele this summer, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210404/493065660480/ofertas-por-dembele.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The Spanish outlet claims that the French forward is at a crossroads – he can either choose to sign a contract extension with Barcelona or be put up for sale as he has only one year left on his current deal. The Blaugrana would not want to lose the former Dortmund ace on a free transfer given the exorbitant fee paid to BVB, alerting both United and Juve to the possibility of signing the 23-year-old for a discounted price. Liverpool and PSG are also said to be keeping tabs on the attacker's situation.

Man Utd & Juve want Dembele (MD)

Manchester City have dropped the capture of Lionel Messi down their priority list, with Pep Guardiola now favouring a move for Erling Haaland above the Argentine, claims <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/erling-haaland-overtakes-lionel-messi-23847353" target="_blank">The Mirror.</a> The veteran forward had long been linked with a reunion with his former Barcelona manager following last summer's protracted no-exit saga, with the Premier League outfit one of two feasible destinations alongside Paris Saint-Germain. Now however, with talk that Messi may yet remain at Camp Nou, City have moved to make Leeds-born Norway star Haaland their first choice, as the youngster looks set to exit Borussia Dortmund imminently.

Haaland tops Messi as Man City priority (The Mirror)

Argentine drops down Etihad Stadium wishlist

Manchester United will be forced to hand David de Gea a bumper payoff as the Red Devils look to offload their long-term shot-stopper this summer, says <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-set-hand-david-23847896" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. The Premier League outfit are poised to part ways with the Spain international - one of the club's most long-standing and impressive performers in the post-Alex Ferguson era - as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer prepares to make Dean Henderson his first choice. But De Gea's eye-watering wages means that he will receive an impressive payout if he goes, particularly with two years still left to run on his current deal.

De Gea set for pricey Man Utd exit (The Mirror)

Spain star will get major payout if moved on

Fiorentina have set a €40 million (£34m/$47m)&nbsp;asking price for Dusan Vlahovic,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/tutti-pazzi-per-vlahovic-un-club-vuole-soffiarlo-al-milan-la-ver-41054" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;reports. The Serbian striker is wanted by AC Milan and Atletico Madrid, though Fiorentina hope to convince him to sign a new contract.

Fiorentina want over €40m for AC Milan & Atletico target

Real Betis defender Aissa Mandi looks set for a move this summer. <a href="https://www.estadiodeportivo.com/betis/2021/04/04/mandi-pide-tiempo-decidirse-cuatro/329526.html" target="_blank">Estadio Deportivo</a>&nbsp;reports Lyon and Inter are at the front of the queue to sign the 29-year-old, but Liverpool are also monitoring him. Valencia and an unnamed German team are lurking around the Algeria international, too.

Inter & Lyon lead Liverpool in race to sign Mandi

Juventus will not trigger their option to buy Alvaro Morata and will send the striker back to Atletico Madrid this summer. <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2021/04/04/primera/1617530268_125144.html" target="_blank">AS</a>&nbsp;reports the Serie A side are happy with the striker's performances but cannot afford to keep him.

Morata will return to Atletico Madrid

Zlatan Ibrahimovic will sign a 12-month contract extension at AC Milan. <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-ibrahimovic-resta-al-milan-conto-alla-rovescia-per-il-rinn-53241" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;reports the Swedish striker will sign a deal in a few days and will earn the same €7 million salary he is currently on at San Siro.

Ibrahimovic close to AC Milan renewal

Erling Haaland’s agent and father have come in for criticism by Germany legend Dietmar Hamann, who has slammed the timing of their trip to Spain to talk business over the Borussia Dortmund forward’s future. Mino Raiola and Alfie Haaland were spotted in Spain leaving an airport and getting into a car driven by Barcelona president Joan Laporta. It has also been reported that they spoke to Real Madrid during the trip. It came a matter of hours before Dortmund’s vital Bundesliga match against Eintracht Frankfurt. They subsequently lost 2-1, putting their place in next season’s Champions League in jeopardy. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/unspeakable-disrespectful-a-cheek-haaland-camp-slammed-by-hamann-/bkzb1jttvkz81v21c2ccio06v" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

'Disrespectful' Haaland camp slammed over Spain trip

Jack Grealish remains Manchester United's number one priority for the summer transfer window, with the Aston Villa man high on the Red Devils' radar, claims <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/grealish-sigue-como-objetivo-prioritario-del-united/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The England international - who will reportedly be snubbed from Gareth Southgate's Euro 2020 squad - has been in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sights for a long time. The 25-year-old has been a star performer in the Premier League this year and the Norwegian views him as a key piece of the puzzle.

Grealish remains Man Utd priority

Yerry Mina wants to make a move to Serie A this summer as the Colombian approaches the exit door at Everton, says <a href="https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/6917912/everton-mina-transfer-inter-milan-fiorentina/" target="_blank">The Scottish Sun</a>. The defender is on the radar of both&nbsp;Inter and Fiorentina, and would like to make Italy the next step of his career. The former Barcelona man arrived at Goodison Park on the back of an eye-catching World Cup turn at Russia 2018, but has suffered a relatively inconsistent time on Merseyside since.

Mina hopes for Serie A move

Borussia Dortmund will look to secure a move for Real Madrid defender&nbsp;Alvaro Odriozola following his struggles for regular minutes in La Liga, says <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/el-dortmund-senala-a-odriozola/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The Spain international has been heavily restricted for senior chances at the club, though he did manage to nab a Champions League winners' medal on a brief loan to Bayern Munich last year as an unused replacement in the final. But the ex-Real Sociedad man could now reignite his career with another Bundesliga outfit.

Odriozola poised for Dortmund switch

David Moyes says that West Ham have not received any major offers for either Declan Rice or Tomas Soucek, but has admitted that the club will be forced to consider them if they do come. However, the Scotsman believes that it would take a significantly cash-heavy approach for the Hammers to part company with either player as they continue to find the form of their career. England international Rice and Czech stalwart Soucek have emerged as the beating heart of the east London outfit's unlikely challenge for Europe and their manager hopes that both will remain on the books even if the club's ultimate charge falters short of their goal. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/west-ham-will-consider-bids-for-rice-and-soucek-moyes-admits/14nv2rqh8p96d1oj9v318tlqmc" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

West Ham 'will consider Rice or Soucek bids'

With&nbsp;Josip&nbsp;Ilicic still furious about being dropped from Atalanta's Real Madrid clash, <a href="http://www.sky.it">Sky Italia</a> reports he could be ready to move on. Milan are extremely interested in the midfield star.

Milan targeting Ilicic

Patson Daka has made the fastest hat-trick in Austrian Bundesliga history, <a href="https://www.footballtransfers.com/2021/04/liverpool-and-arsenal-target-patson-daka-hits-quickest-hat-trick-in-austrian-bundesliga-history" target="_blank">netting three goals in 11 minutes</a>. A string of top clubs, including Liverpool and Arsenal, are following him.

Liverpool and Arsenal target Patson Daka makes history

Palmeiras midfielder&nbsp;Gabriel&nbsp;Menino is set to go for a price significantly below his asking price, according to <a href="http://www.uol.br">UOL</a>.&nbsp; Chelsea, Tottenham, Atletico Madrid and Juventus are all interested in the midfield. His release figure stands at €60 million (£51m/$70m) but it is expected he is available for €45m.

Spurs and Chelsea target Menino set for price drop

Martin Odegaard is reportedly set to exit Real Madrid at the end of the season, with the Arsenal loanee favouring an immediate extension of his Premier League stay, claims <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/martin-odegaard-heartbroken-leaving-real-madrid-wants-premier-league-move-exclusive" target="_blank">90min</a>. But whether the Norwegian captain alights at the Emirates Stadium once more is another matter as they continue to struggle in the race for Europe. Odegaard has spent the majority of his career loaned out from Madrid following his arrival, including last season at Real Sociedad - meaning he has become a Copa del Rey winner this weekend after the club's triumph over Athletic Club in the much-delayed 2020 final.

Odegaard favours PL move as Madrid exit nears

Edgar Badia could be in hot demand in the summer as the Elche goalkeeper attracts interest from several rivals in La Liga, says <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/edgar-badia-en-la-agenda-de-valencia-y-granada/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. Both Valencia and Granada are said to be in the hunt for his services, as they look to bring in a new shotstopper. The former look like they could lose&nbsp;Jasper Cillessen while the latter will need to replace&nbsp;Rui Silva, who has a pre-contract agreement with Real Betis.

Elche's Badia in hot demand

Manchester City look set to be drawn into a bidding war for Sporting youngster Nuno Mendes after Manchester United took the edge in pursuit of the teenager, claims <a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-nos/sporting/detalhe/inglaterra-soa-com-mais-forca-para-nuno-mendes?ref=Sporting_DestaquesPrincipais" target="_blank">Record</a>. The Red Devils are believed to be close to securing a deal that would see Alex Telles head in the other direction to Portugal. But rivals City could yet hijack the move to capture the highly-rated left-back, who looks set to move to England either way.

Man City to hijack Utd's Mendes deal?

Manchester United will be open to an exit for Juan Mata if any potential suitor is willing to offer £5m ($6.9m) for the Spaniard, says <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1418865/Manchester-United-transfer-news-Juan-Mata-exit" target="_blank">the Express</a>. The long-term Red Devils stalwart has found limited game-time this season, but is still reportedly poised for a new one-year extension. However, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side will be open to offers above a certain value for their senior squad member.

Man Utd will listen to Mata offers

Real Valladolid are set to execute their purchase option on Boca Juniors loanee&nbsp;Lucas Olaza, reports <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/el-valladolid-comprara-el-pase-de-olaza/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The&nbsp;Uruguayan is currently on a short-term stay until the end of the season but has become an integral cog for Sergio's side. Therefore, he looks set to make a full-time to move to La Liga in the near-future.

Valladolid to sign Olaza full-time

Nacho's purple patch of form for Real Madrid makes the chance of a extension more likely at Santiago Bernanbeu, discloses <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2021/04/04/606998a5268e3ec14d8b45be.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. Zinedine Zidane's side have struggled with injury this term but the 31-year-old has seized the chance to force his way back into the reckoning. Having spent his whole career at Madrid, he could now have done enough to ensure an extension through to the end of his career.

Madrid mull Nacho extension

Stoke City will look to bring Jack Clarke back on loan to the bet365 Stadium this summer after the Tottenham youngster saw his season ended through injury, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/tottenham-star-clarke-stoke-injury/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The former Leeds United starlet has spent the majority of his time at Spurs out on loan since he arrived from the Whites, with unsuccessful spells back at Elland Road and then with Queens Park Rangers. The 20-year-old looked to have found a groove with the Potters however and they will hope to bring him back on board for the 2021-22 campaign if Tottenham are open to it.

Stoke keen on Clarke return

Wolves would be prepared to triple&nbsp;Gerard Moreno's salary in an attempt to bring the striker to Molineux from Villarreal, claims <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/el-wolverhampton-llama-a-la-puerta-de-gerard-moreno/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The Spain international has spent his entire career in his home country, and has not previously suggested that he wishes to exit La Liga. But a move to the Premier League with Nuno Santo's side could prove too much to resist for the&nbsp;Zarra Trophy winner.

Wolves aim to seal Moreno move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Official: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MNUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MNUFC</a> midfielder Thomas Chacon has joined Uruguayan club Liverpool, the club said Friday. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Loons?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Loons</a> had sought a loan for the 20-year-old for a quite a while, and this one is completed. “Back to the country with a new challenge, he posted.— Andy Greder (@andygreder) <a href="https://twitter.com/andygreder/status/1378155213329031170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Minnesota's Chacon returns to Uruguay

Leon Goretzka, whose contract runs out in 2022, has said that he is happy at Bayern Munich and has pointed towards signing an extension in Bavaria. “I feel very comfortable here,” the 26-year-old told <a href="https://www.zdf.de/" target="_blank">ZDF</a>. “Bavaria has helped me a lot in the last few years to take the next step. That is why the tendency is clearly towards Bayern.”

Goretzka likely to renew at Bayern

With all but five of Wigan's first-team players set to become free agents this summer, new CEO Mal Brannigan claims talks with those running towards the end of their deals will soon take place. “We're assessing things all the time - whether that's playing contracts, commercial opportunities - and we know there's some great challenges ahead of us,” Brannigan told <a href="https://www.wigantoday.net/sport/football/wigan-athletic-ceo-opens-up-on-new-contracts-3188911" target="_blank">Wigan Today</a>. “We're very mindful of the fact a lot of the young talent is out of contract at the end of the season. “We will start to have meaningful discussions with those players and their agents as soon as possible.”

New Wigan CEO talks player contracts

Alex Telles will consider leaving Manchester United at the end of the season, <a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-nos/sporting/detalhe/alex-telles-abre-a-porta-a-portugal?ref=HP_DestaquesPrincipais" target="_blank">Record</a> reports. It is said that the former Porto man, 28, is keen to play more regular football. As things stand, the form of Luke Shaw is keeping the Brazilian on the bench.

Telles to consider Man Utd exit

Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers will attempt to sign Celtic midfielder Callum McGregor in the summer, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14540038/wolves-oli-mcburnie-transfer-sheffield-united/">The Sun</a>. Rodgers is said to be a huge fan of the Scotland international from his time in Glasgow. In addition, the Foxes boss is said to be preparing to offer £20 million for Hoops striker Odsonne Odouard.

Rodgers eyes Celtic raid

Wolves are eyeing a £15 million move for Sheffield United's Oli McBurnie, <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14540038/wolves-oli-mcburnie-transfer-sheffield-united/" target="_blank">The Sun</a> claims. Nuno Espirito Santo is said to be keen to sign the Scotland international as fresh competition for Raul Jimenez next season.

Wolves keen on McBurnie

Serie A side Parma are edging closer to completing a deal to sign Martias Mir Garcia from Penarol, <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/parma-matias-mir-penarol-calciomercato-news-3-aprile-2021" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a> reports. Said to have been of interest to Real Betis and Brighton too, the 17-year-old midfielder will sign a three-year deal with the Italian outfit.

Parma close to Matias Mir deal

Erling Haaland could reject a move to Manchester United based on the struggles of previous players who moved from Borussia Dortmund to Old Trafford, <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1418630/Erling-Haaland-Manchester-United-transfer-news-Henrikh-Mkhitaryan-Shinji-Kagawa" target="_blank">Express</a> claims. Shinji Kagawa and Henrikh Mkhitaryan both made moves to the Theatre of Dreams to much fanfare, but struggled for consistency and were ultimately deemed flops. Given their failure to find consistency, the report says Haaland could be put off of a move to avoid the same fate.

Haaland could reject Man Utd move

Kurt Zouma is likely to be sold by Chelsea at the end of the season, <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1418768/Chelsea-Thomas-Tuchel-Frank-Lampard-Kurt-Zouma-latest-transfer-news-SNT" target="_blank">Express</a> reports. The defender has found game time difficult to come by under Thomas Tuchel but was given a chance to impress against West Brom on Saturday. With the Blues having lost 5-2 at home to the relegation candidates, it is now said that the club will look to part ways with the Frenchman ahead of next season.

Zouma set for Chelsea exit

Juventus forward Paulo Dybala is set to turn down an approach from Everton, according to <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2021/04/03/exclusive-paulo-dybala-set-to-reject-everton-despite-juve-contract-impasse-spurs-not-interested/" target="_blank">CaughtOffside</a>. Dybala is facing an uncertain future in Turin, with his contract set to expire at the end of next season. Everton are keen to bring the 27-year-old to Merseyside, but the striker is not interested in a move.

Dybala to reject Everton approach

John Terry has emerged as a contender to take over the vacant managerial hot-seat at Sheffield United, reports <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/john-terry-sheffield-united-radar-23846896" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>. The Blades parted way with long-term boss Chris Wilder last month, with the South Yorkshire outfit rooted at the foot of the Premier League table. Former Chelsea and England favourite Terry is currently Dean Smith's assistant at Aston Villa, but has long desired to move into a lead role - though he may be wary to do so with a side who will face a tough first year back in the Championship.

Terry on Blades manager radar

Bayern Munich are open to a loan-with-purchase move for goalkeeper Alexander Nubel as the shot-stopper nears an exit from the club, says <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/el-dortmund-avanza-por-nubel/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The 24-year-old arrived last summer at the Bundesliga champions with a view to replacing Manuel Neuer in the coming seasons. But with the evergreen first-choice hard to displace, Nubel wants to explore regular opportunities elsewhere, with Borussia Dortmund one mooted destination - and Bayern are coming around to the idea.

Bayern open to loan-with-purchase move for Nubel

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Nota oficial: Salomon Kalou não faz mais parte do elenco profissional de futebol do Botafogo.<a href="https://t.co/AtJa6SG3aq">https://t.co/AtJa6SG3aq</a> — Botafogo F.R. (@Botafogo) <a href="https://twitter.com/Botafogo/status/1377948385580290057?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 2, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ex-Chelsea and Ivory Coast star Kalou leaves Botafogo

Joe Cole has emerged as a surprise frontrunner to succeed&nbsp;Aidy Boothroyd as England Under-21 manager, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14534882/joe-cole-boothroyd-england-u21s-shock-contender/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Young Lions crashed out of the European Championship earlier this week in frustrating fashion, with&nbsp;Boothroyd - who deemed the job "impossible" - expected to be handed the sack in short order. Now Cole, who has worked as an academy coach at old club Chelsea and won 56 caps for his country, could be summoned as an unlikely replacement.

Cole in Young Lions frame?

Eddie Howe will look to secure an immediate reunion with Bournemouth captain Steve Cook if he takes charge at Celtic, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14541581/celtic-boss-howe-target-bournemouth-cook-summer-transfer/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Cherries skipper was an important&nbsp;performer for the manager during their time together at the club, and was a member of the club's 2015 Championship-winning team. Having spent the majority of his career on the south coast, a trip to Scotland would be a change of pace, but Howe would view him as a crucial part of the jigsaw he is building there if he were to come.

Howe eyes Cook reunion at Celtic

Juan Mata is set to be handed a surprise Manchester United extension despite limited minutes under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, reports <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/juan-mata-man-united-contract-23849138" target="_blank">the Daily Star</a>. The Spaniard, a World Cup winner as well as a Champions League victor with Chelsea, arrived at Old Trafford in 2014, where he has emerged as a dependable option on and off the bench. But he has slowly been phased out under Solskjaer, which makes news of a further one-year deal something of a surprise.

Mata to land Man Utd extension

Juventus will look to secure an exchange deal for Paulo Dybala after left feeling 'betrayed' by his recent string of&nbsp;controversies, claims <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9432501/Juventus-feel-BETRAYED-Paulo-Dybala-want-rid-soon-possible.html" target="_blank">the Daily&nbsp;Mail</a>. The Argentine joined in 2015 from&nbsp;Palermo and has been named in the Serie A Team of the Year four of the past five seasons. But now his time looks to have run out in Turin, and the Bianconeri are keen to offload him for a profit&nbsp;before his contract expires.

Juve look to offload Dybala

Manchester City will look to beat out a host of European rivals in order to secure the capture of youngster&nbsp;Gabriel Gudmundsson from&nbsp;Groningen, claims <a href="https://www.todofichajes.com/el-manchester-city-encuentra-petroleo-en-la-eredivisie/" target="_blank">Todo Fichajes</a>. The 21-year-old is viewed as a reserve reinforcement for the Blues' left flank by Pep Guardiola and the lure of a move to the high-flying Premier League outfit could be too much for the Swedish youth star to turn down. Napoli, RB Leipzig, Anderlecht and Atalanta are all also in the hunt however, though City are thought to be ahead of the pack.

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