Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Palace in advanced talks with Lampard

<p>Chelsea have, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/fc-bayern-transfer-news-barca-chelsea-und-psg-wollen-lewandowski/12309403/34240" target="_blank"><em>Sky Deutschland</em></a>, made contact with Bayern Munich regarding the possible availability of Robert Lewandowski.</p> <p>The Blues are in the market for another striker, amid links to the likes of Harry Kane and Romelu Lukaku, and a prolific Poland international is among those in their sights.</p>

Chelsea contract Bayern over Lewandowski (Sky Deutschland)

<p>Tottenham will demand that Gabriel Jesus or Anthony Martial are used as makeweights in any deal involving Harry Kane, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9589397/Tottenham-identify-Gabriel-Jesus-Anthony-Martial-potential-swap-options-Harry-Kane-exit.html" target="_blank"><em>Daily Mail</em></a>.</p> <p>Manchester rivals City and United are both said to be keen on Spurs' star striker and boast forwards on their books that could be included in part-exchange agreements.</p>

Spurs eye Jesus or Martial as Kane makeweights (Daily Mail)

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Kean hopes for PSG stay

The striker has enjoyed his loan spell from Everton and said he wants to be back in France next year

<p>Alasdair Gold of <a href="https://twitter.com/AlasdairGold/status/1394361957545820167" target="_blank"><em>football.london</em></a> has claimed that contrary to multiple reports from other publications, Harry Kane has not formally asked to leave Spurs.</p> <p>He writes that Kane is "not the type to create problems for a club he loves" although he concedes the striker could seek a new challenge soon.</p>

Kane exit report disputed (football.london)

The Tottenham striker may not have made an official transfer demand after all

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Crystal Palace are still in contact with Frank Lampard and his agente as potential new manager - talks progressing. Abdallah Sima from Slavia Praga is among the options as new signings, also in case Lampard will be appointed. 🔴🔵 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CPFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CPFC</a></p> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1394373280753197058?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Palace in advanced talks with Lampard (Fabrizio Romano)

The former Chelsea boss could get another crack in the Premier League after losing his previous job in January

<p>Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has not ruled out Manchester United signing a striker this summer despite Edinson Cavani signing a contract extension.&nbsp;</p> <p>The club are hoping to bring in a number of new faces when the window opens but with Cavani putting pen to paper on an extension that keeps him at the club until June 2022 it is understood a striker has been pushed down the priority list with right-wing taking precedent.&nbsp;</p> <p>But the United manager refused to rule out the possibility of the club adding another striker to their ranks.&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/solskjaer-refuses-to-rule-out-striker-signing-amid-kane/1l7fzqefjmxql1i77ihbv2lfu7" target="_blank"><strong>Read the full story on <em>Goal </em>here!</strong></a></p>

Solskjaer refuses to rule out striker signing

<p>Top clubs will be primed to fight it out for Manchester United keeper Dean Henderson next season, believes <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11667/12310148/dean-henderson-top-clubs-on-alert-as-manchester-united-drop-goalkeeper-putting-future-in-balance" target="_blank"><em>Sky Sports News</em></a>.</p> <p>The Englishman lost his place to David De Gea ahead of Tuesday's game against Fulham, suggesting he will be overlooked for the Europa League final too.</p> <p>Henderson only wishes to stay at Old Trafford if he will be their number one shotstopper, with Milan, Chelsea, Borussia Dortmund and Tottenham among those linked.</p>

Henderson primed for Man Utd exit?

<p>Young Boys boss&nbsp;Gerardo Seoane is set to take charge at Bayer Leverkusen, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/berger_pj/status/1394742542588071948" target="_blank"><em>Sport1</em></a>.</p> <p>The Swiss Super League manager will make the move to the Bundesliga to succeed interim boss&nbsp;Hannes Wolf.</p> <p>He will take charge on a two-year contract.</p>

Seoane set for Leverkusen job

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔴 Welcome to Aberdeen, <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialJET10?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OfficialJET10</a> ✈️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/StandFree?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#StandFree</a></p>— Aberdeen FC (@AberdeenFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/AberdeenFC/status/1394680539056070656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Aberdeen sign Emmanuel-Thomas

<p>Manchester City and Barcelona are among those who continue to keep tabs on Serbia youngster Andrija Radulovic.</p> <p>The teenager has caught the eye of several leading clubs across the continent.</p> <p>But just what makes him stand out from the crowd? <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/andrija-radulovic-why-man-city-barcelona-serbian-shaqiri/1sm93h4e576ou1ms7fekgv7e4w" target="_blank"><strong><em>Goal's NXGN</em> takes a look</strong></a>.</p>

Why do City want 'Serbian Shaqiri'?

<p>Jordan Siebatcheu has secured a full-time switch to Young Boys from Rennes, <a href="https://www.bscyb.ch/news?nID=12507" target="_blank">the club has confirmed</a>.</p> <p>The Washington, D.C-born striker joined the Swiss outfit on a loan move last year and has flourished there, helping them to the&nbsp;Swiss Super League title.</p> <p>He has picked up two USMNT caps during that time, making his debut for his country, and has now penned a three-year deal to stay.</p>

Siebatcheu secures full-time Young Boys switch

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="de" dir="ltr">🇵🇱👊 1. FC Union Berlin have signed 22-year-old left-back Tymoteusz Puchacz from <a href="https://twitter.com/LechPoznan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LechPoznan</a>.<br><br>Welcome to Köpenick! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fcunion?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fcunion</a> <a href="https://t.co/sOdFHwWyNL">https://t.co/sOdFHwWyNL</a> <a href="https://t.co/st0KOwYzal">pic.twitter.com/st0KOwYzal</a></p>— 1. FC Union Berlin (@fcunion_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcunion_en/status/1394669184336994306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Union sign Poznan's Puchacz

<p>Jan Oblak has been discussing the brilliance of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo while also assessing Atletico Madrid's title hopes and looking ahead to what the future may hold for him.</p> <p>The Slovenian goalkeeper has, across seven years in Spanish football, lined up against some of the very best in the business during outings on domestic, continental and international stages.</p> <p>Two all-time greats with 11 Ballon&nbsp;d'Or wins between them&nbsp;sit at the very top of that talent list, with the 28-year-old shot-stopper often finding himself standing between record-setting forwards and their efforts to find the back of the net.</p> <p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/oblak-on-messi-ronaldo-atletico-madrids-la-liga-title-hopes/1aiiuy9oe02mz1p53c21rq5cn0" target="_blank"><strong>Read the full story on <em>Goal </em>here!</strong></a></p>

Oblak opens up on future

<p>Granit Xhaka has moved to shut down speculation that he could depart Arsenal for a return to Borussia Monchengladbach, with the Switzerland captain insisting that he is "very happy" at the Emirates Stadium.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Gunners midfielder originally moved to north London from the Bundesliga outfit, and he has established himself as a core squad member under Mikel Arteta and predecessor Unai Emery.&nbsp;</p> <p>With Arsenal facing the looming threat of a season without international football, however, rumours have run rampant that Xhaka could reunite with Gladbach - but now, he has closed the door on any discussions of an impending exit.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/xhaka-very-happy-at-arsenal-amid-rumours-of-borussia/116jpe61uodx41gjqc5zzwm0vr" target="_blank">Read the full story on <em>Goal </em>here!</a></strong></p>

Xhaka 'very happy' at Arsenal

<p>Chelsea are considering a move for Wolfsburg centre-back Maxence Lacroix, per <a href="https://twitter.com/Sky_MaxB/status/1394690256709066754" target="_blank"><em>Sky Sports Germany</em></a>.</p> <p>Lacroix has recently turned down offers to renew his contract with the Bundesliga club.</p> <p>Wolfsburg would rather not sell on the defender but may be tempted to cash in this summer instead.</p>

Lacroix on Chelsea radar

<p>USMNT forward Josh Sargent could exit Werder Bremen this summer, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4388786/united-states-josh-sargent-could-leave-werder-bremen-to-generate-finances-sources" target="_blank"><em>ESPN</em></a>.</p> <p>The 21-year-old may well move the cash-strapped club as a way to raise funds.</p> <p>The attacker wishes to remain in the Bundesliga if possible, with a move to a top-half club eyed as a main option.</p>

Sargent for Bremen exit?

<p>Mikel Arteta remains confident that Bernd Leno and Willian will be at his disposal next season despite speculation suggesting that two experienced performers could sever ties with Arsenal this summer.</p> <p>Germany international goalkeeper Leno and tricky Brazilian forward Willian are seeing moves away from Emirates Stadium mooted heading into another transfer window.</p> <p>Both are, however, tied to contracts through to 2023 and Arteta has no plans to part with either as he seeks to help them raise their individual games as part of a greater collective effort.</p> <p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/arteta-addresses-willian-leno-exit-talk-at-arsenal-and/mrcyw16kw2461g4zzxuxe4qaa" target="_blank"><strong>Read the full story on <em>Goal </em>here!</strong></a></p>

Arteta addresses Willian & Leno exit talk 

<p>Barcelona are, according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210518/493830705877/barca-neto-ultimo-partido-eibar.html?utm_medium=social&amp;utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_content=futbol" target="_blank"><em>Mundo Deportivo</em></a>, prepared to part with Neto this summer, with Arsenal mulling over a move.</p> <p>The Gunners have seen questions asked of Bernd Leno's future, while Mat Ryan is only on loan from Brighton, and may find themselves in the market for another goalkeeper.<br> </p>

Arsenal consider asking Neto question

<p>Newcastle have, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-newcastle-trigger-dummett-extension-as-talks-to-open-on-long-term-deal/" target="_blank"><em>Football Insider</em></a>, triggered a 12-month extension option in Paul Dummett's contract.</p> <p>The 29-year-old defender, who is a product of the Magpies' academy system, had been due to hit free agency at the end of the season.<br> </p>

Dummett's deals extended by Newcastle

<p>Manchester United have set a date for a definitive decision on Jesse Lingard's future to be made, claims <a href="https://www.claretandhugh.info/candh-exclusive-solskjaer-sets-date-for-lingard-talks/" target="_blank"><em>Claret and Hugh.</em></a></p> <p>The Red Devils are looking to raise funds from sales and want to know where they stand with a West Ham loanee by May 31.<br> </p>

Date set for Lingard decision

<p>Reports of Arsenal tabling a bid for Sander Berge have been rubbished by interim Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom, with the Blades yet to receive any offers for a player with a £35 million ($50m) release clause.</p> <p>Heckingbottom has told Yorkshire Live: "At the minute it is all just rumour and speculation. We've had no bids for our players."</p> <p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/reports-of-arsenal-bid-for-35m-berge-rubbished-by-sheffield/1j2why8hf44q31nqd64hro02gi" target="_blank"><strong>Read the full story on Goal!</strong></a><br> </p>

Reports of Arsenal bid for Berge rubbished

<p>Barcelona are open to offers for four players this summer that were previously deemed untouchable, claims <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210518/493825062727/cuatro-pesos-pesados-del-barca-ya-no-son-intocables.html" target="_blank"><em>Mundo Deportivo.</em></a></p> <p>The Liga giants will listen to bids for Gerard Pique, Sergio Busquets, Antoine Griezmann and Sergi Roberto.</p>

Barca open to offers for Pique and Busquets

<p>Real Madrid are in talks with Real Madrid about becoming their new manager, reports <a href="https://en.as.com/en/2021/05/17/football/1621266185_271917.html" target="_blank"><em>AS.</em></a></p> <p>With Zinedine Zidane seemingly set to depart in the summer, the Blancos are looking to promote another club legend from their Castilla set-up.</p> 

Real Madrid in talks with Raul

<p>Borussia Dortmund midfielder&nbsp;Thomas Delaney is the subject of interest from Southampton - according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/blog-transfer-talk/story/4388384/live-transfer-talk-man-city-consider-record-breaking-one-year-deal-for-lionel-messi" target="_blank"><em>ESPN</em></a>.</p> <p>The German club are seeking to cash in on the 29-year-old before he becomes a free agent in 2022.</p> <p>Southampton could secure Delaney's services for as little as €10 million when the transfer window reopens.</p>

Southampton interested in Dortmund's Delaney

<p>Lazio are in advanced talks to sign Inter&nbsp;full-back Danilo D'Ambrosio - according to <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/tmw-lazio-contatti-avanzati-per-d-ambrosio-1535565" target="_blank"><em>Tuttomercatoweb</em></a>.</p> <p>The Nerazzuri have decided against offering the 32-year-old a contract extension, meaning he will depart San Siro at the end of the season.</p> <p>Lazio are working to bring&nbsp;D'Ambrosio onto their books on a free transfer, with talks ongoing ahead of the summer transfer window.</p>

Lazio in advanced talks to sign D'Ambrosio

<p>The future of Inter midfielder Radja Nainggolan is up in the air heading towards the summer transfer window, with his loan deal at Cagliari set to expire.</p> <p>As <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-intrigo-nainggolan-quanto-pesa-a-bilancio-13312" target="_blank"><em>Calcio Mercato</em></a> reports, Cagliari would like to sign the Belgian outright, but cannot afford to match his €4.5 million per year wages.</p> <p>Nainggolan still has&nbsp;one year left on his contract at Inter but does not want to return to the club, with Cagliari hoping to arrange a staggered payment deal with the Italian champions.</p>

Inter loanee Nainggolan's future up in the air

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">We're delighted that <a href="https://twitter.com/lauracoombs91?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@lauracoombs91</a> has signed a contract extention until 2023! 📝<br><br>Full story ⬇️<br><br>🔷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ManCity?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ManCity</a> | <a href="https://t.co/axa0klD5re">https://t.co/axa0klD5re</a></p>— Manchester City (@ManCity) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManCity/status/1394608912947613696?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

New City deal for Coombs

<p>Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick has emerged as an option for Barcelona as they consider a managerial change - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/gerardromero/status/1394584094235930626" target="_blank"><em>RAC 1</em></a>.</p> <p>The Blaugrana may seek to terminate Ronald Koeman's contract a year early after the team's disappointing 2020-21 La Liga campaign, with Flick being touted as a possible replacement.</p> <p>Flick has been heavily linked with the German national team post after announcing his decision to leave Bayern, but no formal agreement has been reached for him to succeed Joachim Low as of yet, with Barca monitoring the situation.</p>

Flick an option for Barca as they consider managerial change

<p>Crystal Palace have announced that Roy Hodgson will step down as head coach at the end of the season amid reports that ex-Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is in line for the top job at Selhurst Park.</p> <p>Hodgson, who has previously managed Liverpool and the England national team, initially took charge of Palace in 2017 and has since managed to keep them in the top-flight for four consecutive seasons.</p> <p>The 73-year-old has overseen 160 games across all competitions as Eagles boss, but has decided to walk away from top-flight coaching after their final two fixtures of the 2020-21 campaign against Arsenal and Liverpool.</p> <p>Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/hodgson-to-leave-crystal-palace-amid-reports-ex-chelsea-boss/om4u6ejp8fzw1fm1o4qbdgguq" target="_blank">Goal</a>.</p>

Hodgson to leave Crystal Palace amid Lampard rumours

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Contacted again by Italian clubs, Massimiliano Allegri has not changed his mind: he’s waiting for Real Madrid.<br> <br> Florentino is not planning to sack Zidane - he’s working to appoint a new manager if Zizou officially decides to leave.<br> <br> Allegri would be the ‘main option’ as Raúl.</p> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1394584927644135425?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Allegri waiting for Real post 

<p>Premier League rivals Liverpool and Tottenham are both mulling over moves for Borussia Monchengladbach defender Matthias Ginter, reports <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/vertrags-poker-mit-gladbach-darum-entscheidet-ginter-erst-nach-der-em-76423448.bild.html" target="_blank"><em>Bild.</em></a></p> <p>Jurgen Klopp has signed the World Cup winner before at Borussia Dortmund and could see the 27-year-old come onto the market again this summer as he approaches the final 12 months of his current contract.<br> </p>

Liverpool & Tottenham both like Ginter

<p>Aston Villa are in contact with representatives of&nbsp;Bordeaux winger&nbsp;Mehdi Zerkane, reports <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-aston-villa-accelere-pour-zerkane-bordeaux/1253186" target="_blank"><em>L'Equipe.</em></a></p> <p>Dean Smith has been keen on the 21-year-old since January and is ready to step up interest over the summer.</p>

Villa make contact with Zerkane

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">One of our OWN 😇<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SaintsFC</a> is delighted to announce it has reached an agreement in principle with <a href="https://twitter.com/theowalcott?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@theowalcott</a> for him to return to the club permanently:</p>— Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SouthamptonFC/status/1394586075050528769?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Walcott set for Southampton stay

<p>Arsenal and Liverpool have, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/14977355/arsenal-liverpool-yves-bissouma-transfer-brighton/" target="_blank"><em>The Sun</em></a>, been informed that it will cost them £40 million to prise Yves Bissouma away from Brighton.</p> <p>The Seagulls midfielder continues to see his stock rise and will not come cheap if moves are made to secure his services in the next window.</p>

Arsenal & Liverpool learn Bissouma asking price

<p>Sassuolo defender Mert Muldur is of interest to Tottenham, claims&nbsp;<a href="https://www.krone.at/2415760" target="_blank"><em>Kronen Zeitung</em></a>.</p> <p>Spurs are said to be one of a number of clubs considering a move for the 22-year-old right-back this summer.</p>

Spurs set to make Muldur move

<p>Arsenal have ended their interest in Rennes midfielder&nbsp;Eduardo Camavinga, claims <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1437510/Arsenal-transfers-Eduardo-Camavinga-SNT" target="_blank"><em>Express Sport</em></a>.</p> <p>The teenager has become one of the most sought-after talents in Europe and the Gunners accept that they have no chance of securing his signature.</p>

Arsenal end interest in Camavinga

<p>Liverpool are, according to <a href="https://www.record.pt/futebol/futebol-nacional/liga-nos/sporting/detalhe/pote-nao-parte-jogador-e-para-manter?ref=Sporting_DestaquesPrincipais" target="_blank"><em>Record</em></a>, looking into a possible deal for Sporting midfielder&nbsp;Pedro Goncalves.</p> <p>The 22-year-old, who has 22 goals and three assists to his name this season, has been billed as 'the next Bruno Fernandes'.</p>

Liverpool looking at 'next Bruno Fernandes'

<p>Chelsea are being linked with Tottenham striker Harry Kane, but <a href="https://twitter.com/siphillipssport/status/1393524475967250435" target="_blank"><em>Kristof Terreur</em></a> claims they are also keen on Inter star Romelu Lukaku.</p> <p>The Blues are open to the idea of taking the Belgian forward back to Stamford Bridge in an £80 million ($114m) deal.<br> </p>

Chelsea also keen on Lukaku

<p>West Ham are in talks to sign Slavia Prague forward&nbsp;Abdallah Sima - according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9589771/West-Ham-open-discussions-signing-Slavia-Pragues-teenage-forward-Abdallah-Sima.html" target="_blank"><em>The Daily Mail</em></a>.</p> <p>Crystal Palace have also been linked with the 19-year-old, who is under contract until 2024.</p> <p>Moyes wants to bring Sima to West Ham to ensure they push for a top-four finish again next season, with the Senegalese striker having hit 19 goals in 37 games across all competitions this season.</p>

West Ham in talks to sign Slavia forward Sima

<p>Chelsea are planning to swoop for Atalanta&nbsp;midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14985438/chelsea-ruslan-malinovskyi-transfer-atalanta-midfielder/"><em>The Sun</em></a>.</p> <p>The Blues are willing to offer the Italian giants £20 million ($28m) for the 28-year-old, whose current contract does not expire until 2023.</p> <p>Malinovskyi has contributed nine goals and 12 assists to Atalanta's cause in 41 outings across all competitions this term.</p> 

Chelsea planning to swoop for Atalanta's Malinovskyi

<p>Borussia Dortmund have identified Lille midfielder&nbsp;Jonathan Ikone as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://www.francefootball.fr/news/Mercato-le-borussia-dortmund-a-fond-sur-jonathan-ikone-lille/1253022" target="_blank"><em>France Football</em></a>.</p> <p>BVB are preparing to launch a €25 million (£21m/$30m) bid for the 23-year-old in the summer window.</p> <p>Ikone has been lined up as a replacement for Jadon Sancho, who has been tipped to return to England when the market reopens.</p> 

Dortmund target Lille midfielder Ikone

<p>Pep Guardiola has hinted at a squad overhaul at Manchester City this summer.</p> <p>City clinched the Premier League title for the third time under the Spaniard, and could cap a memorable season with Champions League glory.</p> <p>Thoughts will then turn to the following campaign, and talks will take place with players who may be unhappy with their roles.</p> <p>Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/guardiola-hints-at-manchester-city-summer-sales/qd3l6mapxb261chtmoi3xzeav" target="_blank">Goal</a>.</p>

Guardiola hints at City summer sales

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">Sky sources: Matheus Cunha could leave <a href="https://twitter.com/HerthaBSC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HerthaBSC</a> in the summer. Leeds is following the player closely for months already. There is also interest from France (Monaco) and Italy (Napoli, Atalanta). Hertha would sell for the right price (30m€) <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TransferUpdate?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TransferUpdate</a> <a href="https://t.co/IrFF4OtL5Z">pic.twitter.com/IrFF4OtL5Z</a></p> — Max Bielefeld (@Sky_MaxB) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sky_MaxB/status/1394317997020524545?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Leeds becomes possible Cunha landing spot

<p>Eintracht Frankfurt are doomed to a bleak summer, with <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/5-frankfurt-stars-vor-der-eintracht-flucht-76427062,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank"><em>Bild</em></a> reporting that at least five players including star striker Andre Silva could depart after their failure to qualify for the Champions League.</p> <p>The club held an advantage over Borussia Dortmund in the table for most of the campaign only to fall apart late in the season, and matters turned embarrassing this past weekend when the team lost 4-3 to relegated Schalke.</p> <p>Silva scored 27 goals during a breakout season and has previously been linked with Real Madrid.</p>

Frankfurt set for bleak summer

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">We are delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Konchesky as our new assistant manager!<br> <br> 🗣 Konchesky: "I’m really happy to be joining up with West Ham United women. This is a new and exciting opportunity for myself, and I’m really excited to get going." <a href="https://t.co/0UhYn8Kc6K">pic.twitter.com/0UhYn8Kc6K</a></p> — West Ham United Women (@westhamwomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/westhamwomen/status/1394276524942053379?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Konchesky named West Ham head coach

<p>Lyon have agreed to contract terms with&nbsp;Vasco&nbsp;left-back&nbsp;Henrique Silva Milagres, reports <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-le-lateral-gauche-henrique-vasco-arrive-a-l-ol/1253235" target="_blank"><em>L'Equipe</em></a>.</p> <p>It will be a three-year deal for the Brazilian, who is set to become Lyon's second signing after Damien Da Silva.</p>

Lyon agree to terms with Henrique

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <p dir="ltr" lang="en">✍️ Defender <a href="https://twitter.com/Morgan_Feeney13?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Morgan_Feeney13</a> has today signed a one-year contract (with an option) with the club 👇 <a href="https://t.co/Q3SywVxjmk">https://t.co/Q3SywVxjmk</a></p> — Carlisle United FC (@officialcufc) <a href="https://twitter.com/officialcufc/status/1394306687427915785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 17, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Carlisle re-sign defender

<p>Lazio are in advanced talks to sign&nbsp;Danilo D'Ambrosio on a free transfer, with the Inter full-back not offered a desirable&nbsp;extension, writes <a href="https://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/serie-a/tmw-lazio-contatti-avanzati-per-d-ambrosio-1535565" target="_blank"><em>Tuttomercatoweb</em></a>.</p> <p>The 32-year-old has had his playing time cut this year as Antonio Conte has leaned on younger options such as&nbsp;Achraf Hakimi to patrol the wing areas.</p>

Lazio push for D'Ambrosio

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<p>Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi, currently on loan at Hertha Berlin, is not in the plans of Mikel Arteta and is likely to be sold to Marseille, according to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-om-matteo-guendouzi-arsenal-sapproche-550301/amp?__twitter_impression=true" target="_blank"><em>Le10</em></a>.</p> <p>The 22-year-old is entering his final year under contract with the&nbsp;Gunners, and Marseille believe they can purchase him at a bargain price.</p> <p>Guendouzi has appeared in 24 matches in the Bundesliga this season.</p>

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