Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man Utd close in on Pau Torres

Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Villarreal defender Pau Torres, according to <a href="https://cadenaser.com/comunitat-valenciana/2022/05/24/pau-torres-podria-jugar-en-el-manchester-united-la-proxima-temporada-radio-castellon/?outputType=amp" target="_blank">Cadena Ser.</a>Both United and Spurs have bid €50 million (£42m/$52m) for the Spain international, but Torres prefers a move to Old Trafford.The 25-year-old is keen to move on this summer after Villarreal failed to qualify for the Champions League.

Man Utd close in on Pau Torres (Cadena Ser)

Spain defender prefers move to Red Devils over Tottenham

Aurelien Tchouameni is close to finalising his move to Real Madrid, according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Aurelien-tchouameni-en-route-vers-le-real-madrid/1334997" target="_self">L'Equipe</a>.After an excellent season with Monaco, the 22-year-old has been on the radar of Europe's biggest teams, but it appears the Spanish champions will get his signature.&nbsp;Man Utd and Liverpool were among the clubs who were reportedly interested in the Frenchmen.

Tchouameni set to sign for Real Madrid (L'Equipe)

Paris Saint-Germain will sell Neymar this summer if they receive a good offer, <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-le-psg-ne-retiendra-pas-neymar-en-cas-d-offre-interessante/1334943" target="_blank">L’Equipe</a> reports.The Brazil star does not want to leave the French club just yet but they are ready to part ways with him for the right price.

PSG willing to sell Neymar this summer (L’Equipe)

Memphis Depay’s future at Barcelona remains uncertain heading into the summer transfer window.<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/el-barca-no-piensa-malvender-a-memphis-13702460 " target="_blank">Sport</a> reports the Catalan side could opt to sell him if they sign Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich, but they will be demanding around €20 million from any suitors.

Barca want €20m for Memphis (Sport)

Porto B have announced the signing of Abraham Marcus on loan from Portimonense, with an option to make his stay permanent.Due to his failure to tie down a regular place at Primeira Liga outfit Portimonense, the Nigeria international was loaned to Radomiak Radom for the rest of the 2021-22 campaign.At the Polish side, Marcus featured in eight league games, six of them as a substitute.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/abraham-marcus-porto-b-sign-nigeria-international-from/blt1620e5291b72bdb1" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Abraham Marcus joins Porto B

Chelsea are set to make a move for Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/86_longo/status/1529538747737559042" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Netherlands international is the number one choice of manager Thomas Tuchel.The Blues are in the market for defenders this summer with Antonio Rudger and Andreas Christensen poised to leave Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea in for De Ligt

PSG are making a late bid to snatch Aurelien Tchouameni from under the noses of Real Madrid, GOAL understands.Los Blancos are in talks with Monaco for the highly-rated midfielder but have not yet completed the deal.That has given PSG hope they can convince the France international to move to Paris instead, with Kylian Mbappe reportedly a big fan of the 22-year-old.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/psg-real-madrid-post-mbappe-transfer-battle-both-sides/blt343ac697505f70c7" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Chelsea lurking as PSG & Real Madrid battle for Tchouameni

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Wolves?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Wolves</a> have made an approach for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SportingCP?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SportingCP</a> midfielder João Palhinha, 26, with talks/negotiations over fee for move to the Premier League for the Portugal international— Mike McGrath (@mcgrathmike) <a href="https://twitter.com/mcgrathmike/status/1529528044200906754?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Wolves make move for Palhinha

West Ham's talks with Tomas Soucek over a new contract have reached an impasse, reports the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/may/25/west-ham-contract-talks-with-tomas-soucek-reach-impasse-over-pay-rise" target="_blank">Guardian</a>.The Czech Republic midfielder still has two years left on his current deal but the club opened talks over a payrise as reward for the impact he has made since signing from Slavia Prague in January 2020.Those talks have stalled, though both parties remain hopeful of an agreement despite suggestions the Hammers are ready to consider bids for the 27-year-old.

Soucek contract talks reach impasse

Aston Villa are closing in on a deal to sign Rangers defender Calvin Bassey, reports <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/aston-villa-closing-in-on-deal-for-rangers-defender-calvin-bassey-0g5p6lqmt#Echobox=1653484956" target="_blank">the Times.</a>Villa boss Steven Gerrard knows all about the 22-year-old from his time in charge of the Ibrox side.Bassey, who joined Rangers on a free transfer from Leicester in 2020, impressed during the Scottish side's run to the Europa League final and is also now a full Nigeria international.

Villa closing in on Bassey

Eddie Nketiah is set to have a change of heart and sign a new long-term contract at Arsenal, reports <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/eddie-nketiah-arsenal-transfer/vNz5jLj6jRYf/" target="_blank">the Athletic.</a>The 22-year-old is out of contract this summer and had been considering his future after growing frustrated at his lack of regular game time.However, after a run of games towards the end of last season he is now set to put pen-to-paper on a five-year deal.

Nketiah set to stay at Arsenal

Another former Premier League star is on the move - former Liverpool manager Xabi Alonso has left Real Sociedad after three years in charge of the club's B side.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">COMUNICADO OFICIAL | <a href="https://twitter.com/XabiAlonso?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@XabiAlonso</a> no seguirá en la Real la próxima temporada.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Zubieta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Zubieta</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AurreraReala?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AurreraReala</a> <a href="https://t.co/0M09o6wZPh">https://t.co/0M09o6wZPh</a>— Real Sociedad Fútbol (@RealSociedad) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealSociedad/status/1529500003600826368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Alonso leaves Sociedad

Anderlecht have no confirmed the departure of Vincent Kompany, with the former Belgium captain expected to take over at Burnley.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vincent Kompany en RSC Anderlecht gaan in onderling overleg uit elkaar. Merci pour tout, Vincent. 🟣⚪ <a href="https://t.co/RaGazs9VIa">https://t.co/RaGazs9VIa</a> <a href="https://t.co/56PZPSSMJn">pic.twitter.com/56PZPSSMJn</a>— RSC Anderlecht (@rscanderlecht) <a href="https://twitter.com/rscanderlecht/status/1529500115987308546?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Kompany leaves Anderlecht

Newcastle are considering a move for Atletico Madrid full-back Renan Lodi, according to <a href="https://inews.co.uk/sport/football/newcastle-transfer-news-renan-lodi-atletico-madrid-calvert-lewin-1649989" target="_blank">The i.</a>The Magpies are keen to strengthen at left-back this summer with Matt Targett, who impressed during his loan spell from Aston Villa, also being considered.Atletico are willing to sell Lodi at the price and the defender is believed to be keen on a move to St James' Park, where he would link up with fellow Brazilians Joelinton and Bruno Guimaraes.

Newcastle target Lodi

Former Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is in talks with Burnley over the vacant manager's position, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/12621316/vincent-kompany-on-burnley-shortlist-to-succeed-sean-dyche-as-clarets-manager-following-relegation" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a>The 36-year-old is currently in charge of Anderlecht but is expected to quit the Belgian side.The Clarets have been without a permanent boss since sacking Sean Dyche in April, with interim manager Mike Jackson unable to prevent the club from being relegated from the Premier League.

Kompany in Burnley talks

Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff has signed a new three-year contract.The 24-year-old's previous deal was due to expire at the end of next month.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NUFC</a> are delighted to confirm that Sean Longstaff has signed a new three-year contract with the club. Congratulations, <a href="https://twitter.com/seanlongstaff97?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@seanlongstaff97</a>! ⚫️⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/zzlLPrXKVK">pic.twitter.com/zzlLPrXKVK</a>— Newcastle United (@NUFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/NUFC/status/1529478171250286597?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Longstaff signs new Toon deal

Paris Saint-Germain are not against selling Neymar this summer if the right transfer bid comes in for the Brazilian forward,&nbsp;GOAL&nbsp;has learned.Neymar signed for PSG from Barcelona in a world-record €222 million (£190m/$237m) deal back in 2017, and has since scored 100 goals for the club while helping them win four Ligue 1 titles.The talented forward signed a new contract at Parc des Princes last year that ties him to the French champions until 2025, but he is being strongly linked with a summer exit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/neymar-opens-up-on-coping-with-boos-and-how-he-s-willing-to-give-/blt3632cd3eb45130d2" target="_self">after a turbulent 2021-22 campaign</a>.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/psg-not-against-selling-neymar-if-right-transfer-bid-comes/blt48f09bfb1c80bbf7" target="_blank">Read more here</a>.

PSG not against selling Neymar

Ryan Fredericks is set to leave West Ham as a free agent - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-ryan-fredericks-to-quit-west-ham-after-major-development/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Hammers had until May 21 to tie the 29-year-old down to a new contract, but missed the deadline and he will depart the club when his current deal expires on June 30.Fredericks is now being tipped to return to his former club Fulham, who are preparing for their first season back in the Premier League.

Fredericks set to leave West Ham

Atletico Madrid have turned down the chance to sign Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale - according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2022/05/24/628c8bb722601d70288b45aa.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>.The Welshman will leave Santiago Bernabeu when his contract expires next month, and he has already been offered to the Blancos' city rivals.Atletico have passed on Bale, however, with the 32-year-old not of interest to Diego Simeone for next season.

Atletico turn down Bale transfer

Everton and Crystal Palace are vying for the signature of Watford winger Ismaila Sarr, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-major-update-on-newcastle-united-bid-to-sign-ismaila-sarr/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The path for the two clubs to go after the 24-year-old has been cleared as Newcastle have dropped their interest in his services.Watford are set to cash in on Sarr following their relegation to the Championship, with the Senegal international having initially joined the club in 2019.

Everton and Palace vying for Watford's Sarr

Manchester City have joined the race to sign Leeds United midfielder Kalvin Phillips - according to <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61568358" target="_blank">BBC Sport</a>.Manchester United and Aston Villa have also been strongly linked with the 26-year-old, whose current contract at Elland Road is due to expire in 2024.City are looking at Phillips as a potential replacement for Fernandinho, who played his final game for the club in a 3-2 win over Aston Villa last weekend.

Man City join Phillips race

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bayer Leverkusen have reached full agreement to sign top Czech talent Adam Hložek, as per <a href="https://twitter.com/berger_pj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@berger_pj</a>. Deal set to be completed for €13m plus add-ons, 30% sell-on clause. 🔴🇨🇿 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> Leverkusen are still working on a deal to sign Mychajlo Mudryk from Shakhtar. <a href="https://t.co/3m291SIRvO">pic.twitter.com/3m291SIRvO</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1529396401184067584?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Leverkusen reach agreement to sign Sparta Prague's Hlozek

Arsenal will sell promising centre-back Daniel Ballard this summer, should a suitable offer arrive for the defender.The Gunners have held talks with the 22-year-old’s representatives recently and&nbsp;GOAL&nbsp;has learnt that both parties have now come to a mutual agreement about his future.They have decided that Ballard will be made available for transfer, but only if the north London club’s valuation is met.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/arsenal-to-sell-ballard-transfer-interest-grows-northern-ireland-/blt5346b0dd29571906" target="_blank">Read the full story here</a>.

Arsenal to sell Ballard as transfer interest grows

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/EFCU23?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#EFCU23</a> midfielder Lewis Warrington has signed a new two-year contract. Congrats, Lewis! 🔵— Everton (@Everton) <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton/status/1529409660259864576?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Everton tie Warrington down to fresh terms

According to the <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/erik-ten-hag-green-light-man-utd-pursuit-pau-torres" target="_self">90min</a>, Erik Ten Hag has given the green light for the club to pursue Pau Torres in the Dutchman's first transfer window in charge of the Red Devils.The 25-year-old has been highlighted as someone who can strengthen Man Utd's defence, with a new centre-back and reinforcements in central midfield a priority, as well as a forward and right-back.Ajax’s Jurrien Timber has also been heavily linked with the club

Ten Hag approves Pau Torres signing

According to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-aston-villa-want-to-sign-a-list-striker-and-willing-to-sell-danny-ings-to-part-fund-deal/" target="_self">Football </a><a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-aston-villa-want-to-sign-a-list-striker-and-willing-to-sell-danny-ings-to-part-fund-deal/" target="_self">Insider</a>, Aston Villa are willing to offload Danny Ings this summer, only a year on from when he arrived, in order to part-fund a new striker.Steven Gerrard is aiming to restructure his squad in his first summer transfer window as manager of the club, with the centre-forward position being one of the areas he wants to strengthen.

Villa willing to sell Ings to fund new striker

<a href="https://theathletic.com/news/aston-villa-diego-carlos-transfer/4hWLfTmlzy5q/" target="_self">The </a><a href="https://theathletic.com/news/aston-villa-diego-carlos-transfer/4hWLfTmlzy5q/" target="_self">Athletic </a>has reported that Aston Villa are looking at signing Sevilla centre-back Diego Carlos in the summer transfer window.Since joining Sevilla in 2019, the 29-year-old has played a big role, helping the team win the Europa League in 2020 and qualify for the Champions League next season.&nbsp;Steven Gerrard has identified the Brazilian as a possible option as he looks to improve his defensive options

Villa considering a move for Diego Carlos

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✊ Committed to The Arsenal ✍️ We're delighted to announce Mo Elneny has signed a new deal— Arsenal (@Arsenal) <a href="https://twitter.com/Arsenal/status/1529371766136655872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Elneny signs new Arsenal deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We are delighted to announce that Dane Scarlett has signed a new contract with the Club that will run until 2026. Congratulations on the new deal, Dane! 👊— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpursOfficial/status/1529371878716063744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Scarlett signs new contract with Tottenham

West Ham are in talks to sign Rennes defender Nayef Aguerd - according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/west-ham-holding-talks-with-rennes-for-nayef-aguerd" target="_blank">90min</a>.The two clubs are close to agreeing on a fee for the 26-year-old, who is under contract until 2025.Aguerd has recorded two goals and two assists in 31 Ligue 1 games for Rennes this season.

West Ham in talks to sign Rennes defender Aguerd

Diego Simeone wants to bring Udinese right-back Nahuel Molina to Atletico Madrid - according to <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2022/05/24/atletico-madrid-molina-calciomercato-news" target="_blank">Sky Italia</a>.The Italian giants are willing to let the 24-year-old leave this summer if they receive a €30 million (£26m/$32m) bid.Atletico are planning to move for Molina but must first sanction a sale or two to raise the necessary funds.

Simeone wants Udinese's Molina at Atletico

Antonio Conte is set to get major backing in the transfer market after Tottenham’s majority shareholders ENIC Sports Inc agreed to pump £150 million ($185m) into the club.The news comes just two days after Spurs secured a fourth-place finish in the Premier League to qualify for next season’s Champions League.Conte has previously indicated his desire to have funds to spend this summer and this announcement suggests he is going to get his wish.Read more on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/tottenham-given-transfer-boost-after-club-confirm-gbp150m/blt7c266f7471e8a9f5" target="_blank">GOAL</a>.

Spurs given transfer boost after £150m cash injection

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Manchester United discussed Jurrien Timber again internally in the last 48h. Timber’s name [alongside Pau Torres] was also mentioned in the first meeting between Man Utd and ten Hag, days ago. 🔴🇳🇱 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a> More to follow - as Man United will decide next steps on centre backs soon.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1529273282138148864?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd weighing up Timber move

Celtic will have wrapped up the signing of Diogo Jota by the end of the week, <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/jota-set-complete-celtic-transfer-27054968" target="_blank">Daily Record</a> says.The 23-year-old has impressed on loan from Benfica and the Premiership side are eager to hold onto him, with his representatives in Glasgow to complete the deal.

Celtic to sign Jota this week

Filippo Inzaghi is in contention to take over as Udinese coach, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.it/" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Italy.Inzaghi was dismissed from his role as Brescia coach in March but is once again a candidate for Udinese, having come close to taking the job last year.

Udinese eye Inzaghi as new coach

AC Milan have been in contact with the agent of Club Brugge star Charles De Ketelaere.<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-sale-de-ketelaere-dalla-missione-in-belgio-al-contatto-con-89285" target="_blank">Calciomercato </a>reports the player's representative travelled to Italy in recent months to talk with Milan and Inter.The latter team are not interested in signing the attacking midfielder but the Rossoneri could make a move for him this summer.

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