Transfer news and rumours LIVE: PSG reignite Ronaldo interest after Juventus crash out of Champions League

Paris Saint-Germain have reignited their interest in Cristiano Ronaldo following Juventus' elimination from the Champions League, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/mercato-le-psg-rouvre-le-dossier-ronaldo-11-03-2021-8428097.php" target="_blank">Le Parisien</a>. It is claimed Nasser Al-Khelaifi and Jorge Mendes have a strong relationship and keep in touch regularly, even when Ronaldo isn't on the agenda. PSG want Kylian Mbappe to pledge his future to the club but if he decides to leave, they want either Ronaldo or Lionel Messi as his replacement.

PSG reignite interest in Ronaldo [Le Parisien]

Ligue 1 giants want Messi or Ronaldo if Mbappe leaves

Ronald Koeman wants Barcelona to prioritise signing Memphis Depay instead of Sergio Aguero, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/koeman-prefers-signing-memphis-depay-to-kun-aguero-11572007" target="_blank">Sport</a>. Both players are out of contract in the summer, but the Lyon forward is likely to request a more affordable wage packet. Koeman coached Depay when he was manager of the Netherlands national team and believes he would suit Barca's current needs better than Aguero.

Koeman wants Depay over Aguero [Sport]

Lyon forward worked with Koeman with Netherlands

Chelsea are weighing up a move for Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman amid questions of Christian Pulisic's ongoing presence at Stamford Bridge, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9350341/Chelsea-keeping-close-tabs-Bayern-Munich-winger-Kingsley-Coman-amid-Christian-Pulisic-doubts." target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> The Blues are aware that a United States international may want out as he struggles for regular game time, with a French Champions League winner being considered as cover.

Chelsea keen on Coman as Pulisic replacement (Daily Mail)

Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has become a priority transfer target for new Barcelona president Joan Laporta, claims AS. The Blaugrana are eager to make marquee additions to their ranks, in a bid to freshen up the ranks at Camp Nou, and consider a prolific Norwegian striker to be a key part of those plans.

Haaland capture is Barcelona's top priority (AS)

Barcelona have put the offer of a long-term contract to Georginio Wijnaldum as his deal at Liverpool runs down, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-big-update-on-wijnaldum-sealing-dream-transfer-from-liverpool/" target="_blank">Football Insider.</a> The Netherlands international midfielder is set to become a free agent in the summer, with those at Camp Nou stepping up efforts to lure him onto their books.

Barca put contract offer to Wijnaldum (Football Insider)

Liga giants step up hunt for Liverpool star

Timo Werner is already prepared to leave Chelsea after signing from RB Leipzig last summer, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/werner-may-quit-chelsea-and-return-to-germany/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The 25-year-old striker has improved slightly after Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard in January, but his goal return remains below expectations. He's scored just five times in the Premier League in 27 appearances after netting 28 times in Germany last season. This past week, he was heard being berated by Tuchel&nbsp;from the touch-line for his positioning, though his manager has also <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/tuchel-werner-goal-return-var-frustration-chelsea-striker/1gebnytqqhehy19syahckjqe8o" target="_blank">been understanding</a> of his slow start in other moments.

Werner ready to leave Chelsea this summer (Football Insider)

The striker has been with the Blues for less than a year

Erik ten Hag ha expressed his hope that&nbsp;Brian Brobbey will stay at Ajax beyond the end of the season. The 19-year-old, who has openly stated he plans to leave the club in the summer, scored in a 3-0 Europa League win over Young Boys on Thursday night. Ten Hag addressed Brobbey's situation after the game, telling reporters: “He knows that we would very much like him to stay, and that this would also be good for him. "He has to make his choice and you have to respect it.&nbsp;I wouldn't think it wise, but if he does make that choice, then it will be."

Ten Hag hopes Brobbey will stay at Ajax

Paris Saint-Germain are leading the race for Milan midfielder&nbsp;Ismael Bennacer - according to Algerian publication <a href="http://www.competition.dz/actualites/92-les-verts/77036-le-psg-rouvre-le-dossier-bennacer.html" target="_blank">Competition</a>. Manchester City have also been linked with the 23-year-old, but PSG are close to arranging a player-plus-cash&nbsp;deal with the Italian giants. Bennacer has featured in 20 games across all competitions for Milan this season, but has yet to open his scoring account.

PSG leading race for Bennacer

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Inter Miami announce Jones signing 

Erling Haaland is "easier" for Real Madrid to sign than Kylian Mbappe, according to Sergio Ramos, who has picked out the Borussia Dortmund star as the ideal summer target for the Blancos. Haaland and Mbappe have both been heavily linked with moves to Santiago Bernabeu in recent months, with Zinedine Zidane reportedly eager to bring in a long-term successor for Karim Benzema, who turned 33 in December. Ramos is a keen admirer of the prolific duo, and would love to see Madrid secure their respective signatures, but feels Haaland is a more realistic option amid the financial uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/haaland-is-easier-for-real-madrid-to-sign-than-mbappe-ramos/toffusqysp6z1sw0yi5viw44f" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Ramos: Haaland is easier for Madrid to sign than Mbappe

Fulham&nbsp;centre-back&nbsp;Ibane Bowat has emerged on Arsenal and Everton's transfer radar - according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/exclusive-arsenal-west-ham-everton-in-transfer-talks-with-ibane-bowat" target="_blank">TeamTalk</a>. West Ham,&nbsp;Cologne and Brighton are also tracking the 18-year-old, who was recently promoted to the U23 squad at Craven Cottage. Bowat could be available in the summer having yet to sign his first professional contract with Fulham.

Fulham's Bowat emerges on Arsenal & Everton's radar

Sheffield United midfielder Sander Berge is the subject of interest from Arsenal and Tottenham - according to <a href="https://www.jeunesfooteux.com/Sheffield-Mercato-Sander-Berge-interesse-Arsenal-et-Tottenham_a45317.html" target="_blank">Jeunes Footeux</a>. The 23-year-old could be available for €26 million (£22m/$31m) in the summer transfer window if the Blades are relegated from the Premier League. Arsenal and Spurs are ready to move for Berge, who has scored once in 13 Premier League games for Sheffield United in 2020-21.

Arsenal & Tottenham interested in Berge

Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Leonardo has responded to the club's links with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/were-attentive-psg-chief-leonardo-responds-to-messi-and/i6vxes004ai111ie2i7fxaazr" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

PSG chief Leonardo responds to Messi & Ronaldo links

Sergio Ramos has given an update on his ongoing contract stand-off with Real Madrid. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/sergio-ramos-future-real-madrid-contract-extension-transfer/1evof0h4ncx6gze2jhztnonp3" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

Ramos gives Real Madrid contract update

Angel Di Maria is set to sign a new one-year contract extension with PSG, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/Tanziloic/status/1370056853019824129" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a>. It is reported a 'full agreement' has been reached, with the deal to be announced in the coming days.

Di Maria to sign new PSG contract

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Galaxy sign Grandsir

Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has boldly declared that Neymar and Kylian Mbappe are going nowhere despite the constant speculation surrounding their future, with the superstar forwards being backed to remain at Parc des Princes “forever”. Brazil and France international strikers are yet to commit to fresh terms and will&nbsp;see their respective contracts expire in the summer of 2022. Moves elsewhere are being mooted, amid&nbsp;talk of interest from the likes of Liverpool and Real Madrid, but positive progress continues to be made by PSG – with Barcelona knocked out of the Champions League at the last-16 stage this season – and Al-Khelaifi is feeling bullish. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/mbappe-neymar-parisians-will-stay-forever-psg-president-al/1xxhv3ual4bcj1ren98d9t25to" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

'Mbappe & Neymar are Parisians and they will stay forever' 

Crystal Palace defender Patrick van Aanholt is open to a summer switch to Arsenal - according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14299242/van-aanholt-crystal-palace-arsenal-transfer-tierney/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Dutchman will become a free agent in June and although the Eagles are hopeful he will stay put, the Gunners have been tipped to come calling. Van Aanholt is considering undertaking a new challenge away from Palace, having only featured in 17 Premier League games for the club this term.

Van Aanholt open to Arsenal switch

Juventus have identified Chelsea midfielder Jorginho as the number one summer transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/2021/03/11-79840952/juve_si_riparte_dal_mercato_locatelli_in_pole" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. Sassuolo's&nbsp;Manuel Locatelli is also on the Bianconeri's list, with Andrea Pirlo eager to bolster his options in the middle of the park. Jorginho, who still has two years to run on his contract at Chelsea, has scored six goals in 19 Premier League games this term.

Juventus target Jorginho

Real Madrid are being made to sweat over Raphael Varane's future and the possibility of him leaving the club,&nbsp;with the centre-back drawing interest from Manchester United as his contract continues to run down. United have held a long-term interest in the France international and tried to sign him in 2019, with Varane ultimately opting to stay at the Santiago Bernabeu. Goal&nbsp;has learned that the 27-year-old is now considering his future again and with his contract due to expire in 2022, Madrid are in the uncomfortable position of potentially needing to offload one of their key assets in the summer. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/varane-holds-all-the-aces-as-man-utd-interest-contract-situation-/9l2g5q6oxk4e1l5s7feruijr9" target="_blank">Read more here</a>.

Varane holds all the aces amid Man Utd interest

Mauricio Pochettino's assistant Jesus Perez says the former Spurs boss still has a good relationship with chairman Daniel Levy, and left the door open to a future return to Tottenham. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/back-at-spurs-pochettino-assistant-perez-tottenham-chairman/1837y96shpc521ba6a37ka5cio" target="_blank">Read what he had to say here on Goal!</a>

Poch's assistant: We will be back at Spurs for sure

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Elvedi signs new Gladbach deal

Real Madrid have opened talks with Raphael Varane over a new contract, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2021/03/11/604a0bb9ca4741e7798b45c5.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. The defender is out of contract in 2022 and has been linked with a number of top European clubs. However, it is now reported Madrid expect an agreement to be reached soon.

Real Madrid expect Varane to sign new contract

Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain passed on the chance to sign Cristiano Ronaldo during the summer of 2020, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/03/10/juventus-porto-gamba-pirlo-agnelli-cristiano-ronaldo/" target="_blank">Calciomercato.</a> The five-time Ballon d'Or winner remains on the books at Juventus for now, but is only tied to a deal through to 2022 and is seeing questions asked of his future in Italy.

Man Utd & PSG snubbed Ronaldo

Maurizio Sarri is, according to <a href="https://www.kisskissnapoli.it/sport/ag-jorginho-ritorno-al-napoli-con-sarri-calcisticamente-possibile/" target="_blank">Radio Kiss Kiss</a>, being lined up for a return to Napoli. The former Juventus and Chelsea boss will, if that role is taken up, look to launch a raid on Stamford Bridge for personal favourite Jorginho.

Sarri wants Napoli return & Jorginho reunion

Arsenal and West Ham have been offered hope in their reported pursuit of Patson Daka. According to <a href="https://www.sn.at/sport/fussball/international/red-bull-salzburg-wird-fuer-patson-daka-mindestens-20-millionen-euro-kassieren-100791904" target="_blank">Salzburger Nachrichten</a>, the prolific frontman will be allowed to leave Red Bull Salzburg in the summer transfer window.

Arsenal and West Ham offered Daka hope

Fulham believe Premier League survival will allow them to snap up loan stars on permanent deals. <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14302528/fulham-loan-josh-maja-areola-lemina-premier-league/" target="_blank">The Sun</a> reports that the likes of Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, Torino defender Ola Aina,&nbsp;Bordeaux striker Josh Maja&nbsp;and Southampton midfielder Mario Lemina could all be snapped up if the Cottagers beat the drop.

Fulham confident of keeping loan stars

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Gunners starlet signs pro terms

Juventus should be looking to “free Cristiano Ronaldo at the end of the season”, says Giovanni Gigli, with the former Bianconeri president claiming that signing the Portuguese was an “expensive” mistake. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/juventus-free-ronaldo-end-of-season-former-president-signing-was-/1e7z1fm7k6ej715nj9wa2ldaey" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Juve told to get rid of Cristiano Ronaldo

Former Scotland international Steven Pressley has expressed an interest in taking over at Aberdeen following Derek McInnes' exit. Speaking to <a href="https://essentialpodcasts.co.uk/f/the-essential-scottish-podcast-launched" target="_blank">The Essential Scottish Football Podcast</a>, the 47-year-old said: “I would fancy the Aberdeen job, of course. I have said on a number of occasions I was an Aberdeen supporter growing up. “It’s a club that’s got very good young players which has been very prominent in my managerial tenures, developing young players, developing a young, energetic squad. “They have a terrific support and you can create an intensity in the stadium. Of course it’s a job I would very much consider and one I think I would be suited for. It’s a really exciting opportunity for somebody.”

Pressley wants Aberdeen job

Nemanja Matic has admitted that he would consider a return to Benfica before hanging up his boots. Speaking in an interview with <a href="https://www.sporttv.pt/" target="_blank">Sport TV</a>, the Manchester United midfielder said: “I'm still not thinking about finishing my career. Let's see. For me, Benfica will always be in my heart. Let's see what the future will bring. “If Benfica ever feel like they need me again, let's think about it. But for now, I'm happy at Man Utd. I don't think about leaving, but in football you never know.” The 32-year-old added: “If one day I return to Portugal, the only team I would play for is Benfica.”

Matic keeping door open for Benfica return

Pizzi is considering leaving Benfica in the summer, <a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-nos/benfica/detalhe/pizzi-admite-saida-benfica-disponivel-para-transferir-o-medio" target="_blank">Record</a> reports, with the midfielder said to be weighing up the merits of one last move before his career starts to wind down. The 31-year-old, whose current contract with the Portuguese side runs until 2023, is valued at around €15 million (£13m/$18m).&nbsp;

Pizzi considering Benfica exit

Sporting wonderkid Nuno Mendes is attracting interest from across Europe, with <a href="https://www.abola.pt/nnh/2021-03-08/ingleses-insistem-em-nuno-mendes/881898" target="_blank">A Bola</a> reporting that Manchester United and Liverpool have joined the battle for his signature. AC Milan and Juventus are also said to be keen on the 18-year-old left-back, who will see a £63 million ($88m) release clause in his contract kick in this summer.

Man Utd & Liverpool mulling over moves for Mendes

Arsenal have, according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-achraf-hakimi-inter-milan-23643076" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>, joined the race for Inter defender Achraf Hakimi. The Gunners are ready to take advantage of the financial difficulties being endured at San Siro by battling the likes of Chelsea for a highly-rated full-back.

Arsenal join the hunt for Hakimi

Moussa Sissoko insists that no thought was given to leaving Tottenham during the summer transfer window of 2020. He has said: "Never! Never! Football is that way and it gives you the chance to bounce back in these situations."

Sissoko didn't consider Spurs exit

Should Arsenal seek permanent deal for Odegaard?

Portuguese club Maritimo will soon announce the hiring of Julio Velazquez as their new manager, according to <a href="https://www.abola.pt/nacional/2021-03-10/maritimo-julio-velazquez-assina-ate-2022/882125" target="_blank">A Bola</a>. Velazquez, 39, has spent time coaching in Spain's second-division as well as a brief stint in charge of Udinese in Italy.

Maritimo set to hire manager Velazquez

Brest midfielder&nbsp;Romain Faivre is quickly emerging as a source of great transfer interest, with <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-romain-faivre-brest-sera-tres-sollicite-cet-ete/1230503" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a> writing&nbsp;the French international is a top summer priority for Leeds United. Gregory Lorenzi, the sporting director for Brest, said&nbsp;Faivre&nbsp;will not be sold for less than the £13 million ($18m/&nbsp;€15m) fee the&nbsp;club obtained for&nbsp;Ibrahima Diallo in October. The Leeds rumour comes just after <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/piace-alla-roma-faivre-ha-offerte-in-germania-19161" target="_blank">reports out of Italy</a> linked Faivre&nbsp;to Roma, Borussia Dortmund and Bayer Leverkusen.

Leeds join field of £13m Faivre suitors

Newcastle are set to sign England Under-18 left-back Matthew Bondswell, reports <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2021/03/10/newcastle-united-set-sign-england-under-18-left-back-matthew/" target="_blank">The Telegraph.</a> The 18-year-old is set to leave RB Leipzig, a club he joined in 2018 from Nottingham Forest.

Newcastle set to sign Bondswell

FC Cincinnati have finished a transfer agreement for attacking midfielder Luciano Acosta from Atlas, claims&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/thepost_cincy/status/1369753236396253193?s=20" target="_blank">The Post Cincy</a>.

Cincinnati finalize Acosta purchase

PSV forward Donyell Malen is considered a "dream" signing for AC Milan as they look to strengthen their aging&nbsp;attack for the long term, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-in-estate-arrivera-un-attaccante-la-verita-sul-colpo-kaio--96562">Calciomercato</a>. Malen, 22, has three straight double-digit scoring seasons in the&nbsp;Eredivisie.

AC Milan chase Malen 'dream'

Porto are on the verge of loaning reserve goalkeeper&nbsp;Claudio Ramos to Farense, writes <a href="https://twitter.com/CabineSport/status/1369581215955685381?s=20" target="_blank">A Bola</a>,&nbsp;as Farense need an emergency fill-in at the position due to injury. Farense are 15th in the Primeira Liga, just one place above a relegation play-off spot.&nbsp;

Porto could loan Ramos to Farense

Oliver Glasner is ready to quit his managerial post at Wolfsburg amid&nbsp;a shattered relationship with sporting director Jorg Schmadtke, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/FT_Redaktion/status/1369563817336840193?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1369563817336840193%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.redditmedia.com%2Fmediaembed%2Fm21jzs%3Fresponsive%3Dtrueis_nightmode%3Dfalse" target="_blank">Bild</a>. Borussia Monchengladbach are considered a likely destination should he leave.

Glasner could leave Wolfsburg for rival amid rift

Borussia Dortmund are moving toward a transfer agreement for Benfica goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos, writes <a href="https://www.abola.pt/nnh/2021-03-10/benfica-dortmund-aproxima-se-de-vlachodimos/882171" target="_blank">A Bola</a>, with incoming manager Marco Rose said to be an admirer of the 26-year-old. Roman Burki&nbsp;has been sidelined for much of the season through injury, with Marwin Hitz taking his place.

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