Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Liverpool plotting £83m bid for Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon

Liverpool are preparing an £83 million ($112m) bid for Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/liverpool-encuentra-sustituto-salah-fichaje-95m-20260221.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The England international grew up as a Reds supporter and will be targeted by those at Anfield if Mohamed Salah leaves Merseyside in the summer transfer window.

Liverpool plotting £83m bid for Gordon

Paris Saint-Germain have asked about the potential long-term availability of Manchester City striker Erling Haaland, claims <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-city/man-city-erling-haaland-news-psg-approach-ousmane-dembele-impact-sources" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>.The prolific Norwegian frontman is tied to terms in England through to 2034 and is expected to head for Spain if a move away from the Etihad Stadium is made in upcoming transfer windows.

Haaland to PSG? French giants ask questions of City striker

According to reports by <a href="https://www.elnacional.cat/ca/esports/kylian-mbappe-vol-reial-madrid-vengui-rodrygo-vinicius-fitxar-seu-amic-frances_1590119_102.html" target="_blank">El Nacional</a> relayed by Transfer News Live on X, Kylian Mbappe would like to play alongside France international compatriot Michael Olise at Real Madrid. Mbappe is said to support Los Blancos offloading Vinicius Jr and Rodrigo this summer in order to fund a move for the Bayern Munich star.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 France winger Michael Olise is being targeted by his compatriot Kylian Mbappé, who reportedly would welcome Real Madrid offloading the likes of Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior this summer to force through the Bayern Munich forward’s arrival. Olise has been directly involved in… <a href="https://t.co/tGF0pUMoCP">pic.twitter.com/tGF0pUMoCP</a>— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeadlineDayLive/status/2024538470996467878?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Olise to replace Vinicius Jr?

Bukayo Saka has become Arsenal's highest-paid player after signing a new four-year deal at The Emirates valid until 2030, as per <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/live-blog/11095/12476234/transfer-centre-live-football-transfer-news-updates-and-rumours?postid=11100384#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a> The England international has made 296 appearances for his boyhood club, scoring 77 goals. His contract had previously been due to run out in 2027.

Saka becomes Arsenal's highest-paid player after signing new deal

Tottenham and Aston Villa are both interested in signing Lyon star Pavel Sulc, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-15580193/Tottenham-Aston-Villa-Premier-League-monitoring-43m-rated-Ligue-1-star.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. The attacking midfielder has hit 13 goals in 30 appearances for the Ligue 1 giants since his summer switch from Viktoria Plzen. The Premier League sides are set to face stiff competition from Atletico Madrid for the 25-year-old, who is currently valued at around £43 million ($58m).

Spurs & Villa set sights on Lyon star

PSG, Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig, and Borussia Dortmund are all interested in Wolves' Matheus Mane, per <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/mateus-mane-wolves-manchester-united-transfer-news-paris-saint-germain" target="_blank">TeamTalk</a>. A clutch of Premier League clubs, including Manchester City, Manchester United, and Liverpool have also been monitoring his progress.&nbsp;

European giants eye Wolves man

Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are both interested in signing ex-Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez from Al-Hilal, per <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/blog/transfer-talk/79/index" target="_blank">ESPN</a>.

Spurs and Newcastle eye Darwin Nunez move

Inter Miami are interested in signing Casemiro when he leaves Manchester United this summer.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/casemiro-become-lionel-messi-s-new-right-hand-man-inter-miami-target-outgoing-man-utd-midfielder/blta236f70f2c6f7d64" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Inter Miami eye Casemiro

Joao Neves is set to commit his future to PSG until 2030, per Fabrizio Romano.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨❤️💙 João Neves has agreed new deal with Paris Saint-Germain valid until June 2030! Contract set to be sealed with improved salary, reports Le Parisien. ✍🏼🇵🇹 <a href="https://t.co/3BIPbR3qE1">pic.twitter.com/3BIPbR3qE1</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2025616486815928624?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Joao Neves agrees new PSG deal

Dani Ceballos faces a seven-week lay-off after sustaining a muscle injury, per Fabrizio Romano.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 Dani Ceballos, expected to be out for 7 weeks with muscle injury suffered this weekend as <a href="https://twitter.com/miguelitocope?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@miguelitocope</a> reports. <a href="https://t.co/zJBDkfYk7A">pic.twitter.com/zJBDkfYk7A</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2025558895339483147?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Ceballos faces injury lay-off

Harry Kane has played down talk of a move to Barcelona after presidential candidate Xavi Vilajoana claimed he could be tempted to the Camp Nou.He said: "I haven’t heard anything about it. My father and brother handle everything, but they haven’t said anything to me. As I’ve already said, I’m very happy here at Bayern. I’m focused on this season and my time at Bayern. I take it as a compliment.”<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-om/lists/harry-kane-reacts-transfer-claim-barcelona-presidential-candidate-bayern-munich-contract-talks/bltd6df10d2b1f2e4ba" target="_blank">Read the full story here on GOAL!</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kane reacts to Barcelona links

The race to land Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid is hotting up. Spanish journalist Guille Casquero told AS: "I know Barcelona want him, Arsenal want him and PSG want him. Those three want him firmly.”

Race to land Alvarez hots up

Cristiano Ronaldo has offered an update on his future after ending his strike with Al-Nassr.&nbsp;He said: “Yeah, I'm very happy. As I say so many times, I belong to Saudi Arabia. It's a country that welcomed very well to me and my family and my friends. I'm happy here. I want to continue here."<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/cristiano-ronaldo-speaks-future-plans-ending-strike-al-nassr/blt18651123fdffd1ad" target="_blank">Real the full story here on GOAL!</a>

Ronaldo wants to stay in Saudi Arabia

Manchester United are, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/man-utd-news-sandro-tonali-anthony-gordon-double-transfer-newcastle" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>, considering a stunning double raid on Premier League rivals Newcastle that could cost them £175 million ($236m).The Red Devils want Sandro Tonali to reinforce their midfield, as Casemiro departs as a free agent, while Anthony Gordon is also registering on the recruitment radar at Old Trafford.

Man Utd mulling over £175m raid for Newcastle duo

Chelsea are prepared to sanction a move for Trevoh Chalobah this summer, reports <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-chelsea-plan-to-accept-aston-villa-offer-on-one-condition/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Blues will listen to offers for a man being heavily linked with Aston Villa if they bring in another senior centre-half.

Chelsea willing to sanction Chalobah sale

<a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/everton/liam-delap-everton-transfer-news-chelsea-brutal-sale" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a> claims that Everton are prepared to pay £30 million ($40m) for Chelsea striker Liam Delap.A 2025 move to Stamford Bridge has not worked out as planned for the 23-year-old forward, and he could be offloaded in the next window as Premier League heavyweights in west London freshen up their attacking unit.

Everton prepared to pay £30m for Delap

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DouglasLuiz?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DouglasLuiz</a> has been reborn. Since the return to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AstonVilla?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AstonVilla</a> the brazilian has always been in the starting XI. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AVFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AVFC</a> are very satisfied with his performances and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Juve?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Juve</a> hope to sell him. Villains have an option to buy (25M + 3,5M as bonuses) and planning to trigger it this summer— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/2025402363851190687?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Villa to trigger Luiz purchase option

Tottenham and Newcastle are, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/tottenham-newcastle-hold-talks-darwin-nunez-al-hilal-transfer-escape-exclusive" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>, keen on returning former Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez to the Premier League.The mercurial Uruguayan forward is currently on the books of Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal - but faces fierce competition for places there.

Premier League pair keen on Darwin

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Inter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Inter</a> will trigger the option to buy (15M) to sign Manuel <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Akanji?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Akanji</a> from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ManchestsrCity?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ManchestsrCity</a> on a permanent deal, Already agreed personal terms for a contract until 2028 (3,75M/year) with the option for 2029. Inter will keep him regardless of the obligation if Inter win Scudetto 2026 <a href="https://t.co/smgFkNcAua">https://t.co/smgFkNcAua</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/2025434214548816252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Inter will sign Akanji from Man City

According to reports by <a href="https://www.sportsboom.co.uk/football/transfer-news/exclusive-tottenham-wonderkid-luka-vuskovic-braced-for-huge-offers" target="_blank">Sportsboom,</a> Liverpool and Real Madrid are amongst a series of top clubs targeting 18-year-old Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Luka Vuskovic, who has shone out on loan at Hamburg in the Bundesliga this season. Barcelona, Manchester City and PSG are also thought to be tracking the teenager, who is reportedly valued at up to £61m ($82m) by Spurs.

Liverpool and Real Madrid target Spurs starlet

According to reports by journalist <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/liste/milan-allegri-esalta-leao-ma-il-futuro-e-da-scrivere-cosa-filtra-tra-rinnovo-e-mercato/bltd4247de76757550d#cs73196ac443d4e648" target="_blank">Daniele Longo</a> in Italy, AC Milan winger Rafael Leao is keen to stay at the Rossoneri and the club are already working on extending his stay at the Serie A giants. Leao has seen frequent links with a Premier League move and reporting suggests that Milan feel every player has their price, but it would take a huge offer to force the club to sell and all parties remain happy for the 26-year-old to stay put.

Leao keen to stay at Milan

According to reports by <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-united/man-utd-want-germany-international-142-5m-double-deal-bruno-fernandes-transfer-call-made" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a> relaying information from Sky Germany, Manchester United are targeting Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha as part of their midfield rebuild this summer. The Germany international is said to be valued at £52.5m ($70m) and the Red Devils are thought to be considering a move for Nmecha alongside top target Elliot Anderson - worth £90m ($121m) to Nottingham Forest - in a stunning £142.5m ($192m) double swoop.

Man Utd to target £142.5m midfield double deal?

Manchester City midfielder Rodri sees his contract expire in 2027, and manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his desire for the 2024 Ballon d'Or winner to extend his stay in Manchester.Reported by <a href="https://www.skysports.com/transfer/news/12691/12476234/transfer-centre-live-football-transfer-news-updates-and-rumours?postid=11110478#liveblog-body" target="_blank">Sky Sports,</a> Guardiola said: “I would love desperately [for Rodri to stay]. Rodri is Rodri. As much age as he has, more wiser, more understanding of the game.“There are players that are defined on the big stages, in the difficulties, and Rodri’s one of them, like Bernie [Bernardo Silva], like Ruben [Dias], like many of them that I had in the past. You cannot achieve what we achieved if you don’t have huge personalities.”

Guardiola wants Rodri to stay

Xabi Alonso is being tipped to replace Arne Slot at Liverpool at the end of the season and could take a Real Madrid star with him.According to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/crack-madrid-xabi-alonso-quiere-liverpool-20260221.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, Alonso would be eager to bring Arda Guler to Anfield if he does return to Merseyside this summer.

Guler and Alonso at Liverpool?

Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has responded to talk that Julian Alvarez is wanted by Arsenal and Barcelona this summer.“They can say whatever they want and talk whatever they want,” he told El Desmarque. "But everyone knows that Julián Álvarez is an Atlético de Madrid player. He has a contract with Atlético de Madrid. If he’s an Atlético de Madrid player, it’s because he’s an Atlético de Madrid player.”

Atletico chief responds to Alvarez transfer talk

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has attracted interest from Lionel Messi's Inter Miami ahead of his summer exit from Old Trafford, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/38276408/casemiro-interest-inter-miami-transfer-ronaldo-messi-man-utd/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>.The Brazil international has also been spotted in Miami with wife Anna as he consider his next move after leaving the Red Devils.

Casemiro wanted by Inter Miami

Newcastle have warned admirers that only an "extraordinary offer" will be enough to lure Anthony Gordon away from St James' Park this summer, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/newcastle-united/anthony-gordon-newcastle-transfer-liverpool-manchester-united-enquiries" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>.&nbsp;Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are being linked with the forward but the Magpies are hoping to keep hold of him.&nbsp;

Newcastle send Gordon warning

Tottenham are reportedly leading the race to sign Nicolas Jackson in the summer transfer window.Jackson is expected to return to Chelsea after a loan spell with Bayern and, according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/tottenham-quiere-pescar-chelsea-20260220.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>, Spurs are set to rival Atletico Madrid for his signature.

Spurs keen on Jackson

Barcelona are set to complete a deal for Norwich City youngster Ajay Tavares, <a href="https://x.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2024896512908538106" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a> has revealed.&nbsp;The 16-year-old England youth international has attracted interest from a number of Bundesliga sides but rejected them all in order to sign with the La Liga giants.

Barcelona set to sign Norwich youngster

Marcos Senesi's agent has met with European giants Roma and Borussia Dortmund this week, according to <a href="https://x.com/NicoSchira/status/2025041463008968890" target="_blank">Nicolo Schira</a>.&nbsp;The Bournemouth defender's current contract expires in the summer and he has rejected a number of new proposals from the Cherries.

Bournemouth star in contact with European giants

Nottingham Forest are exploring a potential loan move for young Arsenal goalkeeper Tommy Setford, according to <a href="https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/uk-premier-league/2026/02/exclusive-transfer-news-nottingham-forest-tommy-setford-arsenal-steve-kay" target="_blank">FootballTransfers</a>.Forest brought in Stefan Ortega to bolster their goalie ranks during the January transfer window but they are keeping tabs on Setford before a possible move in the summer.

Forest exploring loan for Arsenal goalie

Bayern Munich are not interested in exploring a summer move for Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes.Recent reports have suggested the Bundesliga champions could try to sign the Portugal midfielder later this year, but <a href="https://cfbayerninsider.com/2026/02/bayern-munich-manchester-united-bruno-fernandes/" target="_blank">Christian Falk</a> has revealed this is not the case.

Bayern’s stance on Fernandes

Real Madrid have joined Clasico rivals Barcelona in the race to sign Germany international Nico Schlotterbeck from Borussia Dortmund, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/el-madrid-sigue-a-schlotterbeck-f202602-n/" target="_blank">AS</a>.The 26-year-old's contract expires next year and he is keen for a new challenge. Los Blancos, meanwhile, want to renew their defensive options.

Real Madrid battling Barcelona for Germany defender

Joe Gomez is expected to leave Liverpool in the summer, according to <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2026/02/21/joe-gomez-transfer-liverpool-ac-milan/" target="_blank">CaughtOffside</a>.The Reds are likely to reshuffle their defensive options during the next transfer window and Gomez could depart, with AC Milan tipped as a potential landing spot for the England international.

Gomez set for summer Liverpool exit

Tottenham sporting director Johan Lange says interim head coach Igor Tudor could get the job on a permanent basis if things go well.The former Juventus and Marseille boss replaced Thomas Frank after Spurs fell into the relegation scrap with a poor run of form.Lange said: "You need to come into build relationships but of course assess the style of the club immediately. He has shown that with great success, not only once but a few times, to come into that."That is one of the reasons why we believe he is the best candidate here now but of course also with his reputation and what he's done in his career, of course, if things go well, he could be here for a long time."

Tudor could be at Spurs ‘for a long time’

Robbie Keane is a contender to replace Oliver Glasner at Crystal Palace, according to <a href="https://talksport.com/football/3997953/robbie-keane-crystal-palace-next-manager-oliver-glasner/" target="_blank">talkSPORT</a>.The former Tottenham and Republic of Ireland striker is currently managing Ferencvaros in Hungary but has been linked with a return to England, with Austrian Glasner thought to be on the brink at Selhurst Park.

Keane a candidate for Palace job

Everton have made Chelsea striker Liam Delap their top target for the summer transfer window, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-everton-make-liam-delap-transfer-decision-chelsea-asking-price-revealed/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The 23-year-old only signed for the Blues last year but has struggled to nail down a regular place in the starting XI, with Joao Pedro impressing at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea striker linked with Everton

Wolves are resigned to losing young attacker Mateus Mane this summer, according to <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2026/02/20/mateus-mane-transfer-bid-prepared-by-liverpool/" target="_blank">CaughtOffside</a>.The 18-year-old has scored two Premier League goals this season and is reportedly attracting interest from Manchester United and Arsenal.

Man Utd and Arsenal keen on Wolves youngster

Young Bayern Munich star Lennart Karl will sign a new contract with the Bundesliga giants when he turns 18 on Sunday, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/bayern-munich-planning-double-deal-leave-liverpool-arsenal-empty-handed" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>.The teenager has received interest from Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain since breaking out at the Allianz Arena, but now looks set to extend his stay with Bayern.&nbsp;

Bayern starlet set for new contract

Casemiro could link up with former Clasico rival Lionel Messi, with Inter Miami reportedly interested in the Brazil international.The midfielder will leave Manchester United in the summer and is also being eye by Porto and Sao Paulo, according to <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/38276408/casemiro-interest-inter-miami-transfer-ronaldo-messi-man-utd/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>.

Casemiro tipped for Messi link-up

RB Leipzig attempted to hijack Barcelona's move for Norwich wonderkid Ajay Tavares, per Fabrizio Romano.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🔵🔴 RB Leipzig tried to enter Ajay Tavares deal and consider a move in the recent weeks - but Barça had it agreed. Tavares will be in Barcelona on Sunday then medical on Monday. ✈️ 🎥➕ <a href="https://t.co/6SPogpto4W">https://t.co/6SPogpto4W</a> <a href="https://t.co/5Y4BfWwYeo">pic.twitter.com/5Y4BfWwYeo</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2024933502743990508?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2026</a></blockquote>
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RB Leipzig tried to hijack Barcelona deal

Crystal Palace are set to stick with manager Oliver Glasner after talks took place on Friday, per Fabrizio Romano.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🦅 After direct talks today, Crystal Palace inform Oliver Glasner that they want to continue with him. Tense 24h at the club, Glasner will still leave in June; could be earlier based on next weeks… but Palace insist to keep going together, for now. 🎥 <a href="https://t.co/6SPogpto4W">https://t.co/6SPogpto4W</a> <a href="https://t.co/8yVzxEjqje">pic.twitter.com/8yVzxEjqje</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/2024934359866785844?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Palace make Glasner decision

Barcelona presidential candidate Xavier Vilajoana has claimed that the club will attempt to sign Harry Kane from Bayern Munich if he wins the upcoming election.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/harry-kane-to-barcelona-presidential-candidate-outlines-plan-to-sign-bayern-munich-ace/blt9a485ad4e022f347" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Barcelona presidential candidate plans Kane bid 

Spurs have appointed ex-Chelsea interim manager Bruno Saltor to Igor Tudor's coaching staff at the club.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/tottenham-appoint-ex-chelsea-caretaker-manager-and-mauricio-pochettino-s-former-assistant-to-igor-tudor-s-coaching-staff/blt434177f2d0998a60" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!&nbsp;</a>

Spurs appoint ex-Chelsea caretaker

Kennet Eichhorn is being targeted by a number of top clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Bayern Munich, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/hertha-bsc-so-schlimm-steht-es-um-wunderkind-eichhorn-16-69940e69fca807b5314794f2" target="_blank">Bild</a>, after a fine start to his career at Hertha Berlin.

Man Utd and Real Madrid interested in German wonderkid

Borussia Dortmund are, according to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/jadon-sancho-surprise-dortmund-transfer-man-utd-final-decision-aston-villa-battle" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>, ready to bring Jadon Sancho back for a third spell at the club.The England international winger will become a free agent when his Manchester United contract expires this summer, with loan employers Aston Villa still mulling over their options while interest has also been shown from Italy.

Dortmund ready offer for free agent Sancho

Ex-West Ham forward Michail Antonio could be offered the chance to restart his career in the Middle East.<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cd6zj22g4vwo" target="_blank">BBC Sport</a> claims that the free agent Jamaica international, who suffered a horror car crash in December 2024, is wanted by Qatar Stars League side Al Sailiya - with Charlton looking to keep the 35-year-old in England.

Antonio could restart career in the Middle East

Manchester United are, according to <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2026/02/18/liam-delap-transfer-chelsea-ready-to-sell-man-united-target/" target="_blank">CaughtOffside</a>, one of three clubs keeping an eye on Liam Delap's situation at Chelsea.Newcastle and Everton may also be tempted to move for the 23-year-old striker if exit doors at Stamford Bridge swing open in the summer.

Man Utd one of three clubs keen on Chelsea striker Delap

<a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/liverpool/reds-plan-shock-tottenham-swoop-attempt-snatch-euro-giant-midfielder" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a> claims that Liverpool are considering a surprise raid on Tottenham for Lucas Bergvall.The 20-year-old midfielder has been a rare source of encouragement for Spurs during a difficult period, with Aston Villa also said to be monitoring his situation.

Liverpool looking into raid on Spurs for Bergvall

The fee involved in Norwich's sale of USMNT star Josh Sargent has been revealed.&nbsp;According to the <a href="https://x.com/SimonJones_DM/status/2024784185748045951" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>, the Canaries have agreed a £15.5 million ($21m) deal with MLS outfit Toronto FC.&nbsp;

Fee involved in Norwich's sale of USMNT star Sargent

Leon Goretzka is another of those preparing to become a free agent this summer, as the Germany international midfielder severs ties with Bayern Munich.Bayer Leverkusen have entered the race for his signature, but <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/fussball/fc-bayern-muenchen/bayern-vertrag-laeuft-aus-bundesliga-anfrage-fuer-goretzka-69949b6473621fceec20e392" target="_blank">Bild</a> claims the 31-year-old's preference is to join Premier League heavyweights Arsenal.

Goretzka wants summer switch to Arsenal

Bernardo Silva is heading towards free agency, as his Manchester City contract runs down.<a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/manchester-city/man-city-news-bernardo-silva-transfer-atletico-madrid-juventus-sources" target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a> claims that the experienced Portugal international playmaker is wanted by La Liga giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.

Silva wanted by Barca & Atletico

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Scott <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/McTominay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#McTominay</a> confirms to CorSport: “I would like to stay at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Napoli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Napoli</a> for a long time…”. Talks ongoing for the contract extension until 2030 with the option for 2031 and an increase in salary. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/qAuYQBGjyI">https://t.co/qAuYQBGjyI</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/2024671324287713623?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2026</a></blockquote>
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McTominay wants Napoli contract extension 

Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon has branded rumours linking him with moves to Arsenal or Liverpool as a “load of rubbish”. The England international has been making headlines again after registering four goals for the Magpies in their 6-1 Champions League mauling of Qarabag. Transfer talk has resurfaced, but the 24-year-old forward is paying no attention to that gossip.Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/rubbish-anthony-gordon-arsenal-liverpool-transfer-links-newcastle/blt4fc34caf9a348f31" target="_blank">GOAL!</a>

Gordon reacts to Arsenal & Liverpool links

Philippe Coutinho could join former Barcelona team-mate Lionel Messi in MLS, reports <a href="https://as.com/us/futbol/coutinho-da-un-reves-al-galaxy-f202602-n/" target="_blank">AS</a>.The Brazilian playmaker is a free agent after severing ties with Vasco da Gama and the 33-year-old ex-Liverpool star could open himself up to talks with the LA Galaxy.

Coutinho to join Messi in MLS?

James Trafford is, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-james-trafford-has-already-chosen-his-next-club-between-aston-villa-and-newcastle/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>, set to snub a summer transfer to Newcastle.The 23-year-old is ready to push for a move away from Manchester City - amid a lack of game time - and is reportedly favouring a switch to Aston Villa.

Trafford set to snub Newcastle

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Mauricio <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pochettino?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pochettino</a> has given his availability to return to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tottenham?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tottenham</a> from July. Talks ongoing. The other <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/THFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#THFC</a>’s main target is Roberto <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeZerbi?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeZerbi</a>, who seems also predisponed and opened to a new adventure in Premier League. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Spurs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Spurs</a> already wanted RDZ two years ago. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/PYXbeqY2AT">https://t.co/PYXbeqY2AT</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/2024700698382790793?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Pochettino gives green light to Tottenham

Speaking with <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13509402/carlos-baleba-brighton-midfielder-outlines-how-he-is-getting-back-to-his-best-after-early-season-struggles" target="_blank">Sky Sports,</a> Brighton &amp; Hove Albion midfielder Carlos Baleba has opened up on the noise which arose from his rumoured £100million ($134m) move to Manchester United in the summer, which did not materialise. The Cameroon international has endured a more challenging campaign this term, with his Brighton side sat 14th in the Premier League."I feel more relaxed now," said the 22-year-old. "The noise about me outside, I didn't understand. I didn't look on the websites. I'm more focused on me, myself and for my team-mates."

Brighton star Baleba opens up on failed Man Utd move

As per reports by <a href="https://www.caughtoffside.com/2026/02/19/man-united-liverpool-want-mateus-mane/" target="_blank">Caught Offside,</a> Manchester United and Liverpool are set to compete for the signing of 18-year-old Wolves wonderkid Mateus Mane, who has risen to prominence in the early weeks of 2026 and is expected to be valued at around £50million ($67m).

Wolves' Mane attracting Liverpool and Man Utd attention

According to reports by journalist Ben Jacobs on X, Manchester United and Arsenal are two of several clubs interested in Levante and Cameroon striker Karl Etta Eyong. The club are thought to be pushing for an exit, though Etta Eyong is not interested in a move to CSKA Moscow in Russia. Barcelona and Real Madrid are also thought to be amongst those interested.&nbsp;<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Etta Eyong was benched for Levante’s match with Villarreal this evening. Understand Levante are pushing to sell the striker to CSKA Moscow, who have made an offer in excess of €30m. Eyong being pressured to leave but has no interest in going to Russia. Significant summer… <a href="https://t.co/0rK6GTxMMW">pic.twitter.com/0rK6GTxMMW</a>— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) <a href="https://twitter.com/JacobsBen/status/2024224122751111484?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 18, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd and Arsenal in race for La Liga striker

As per <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2026/02/19/aston-villa-harry-wilson-free-transfer-fulham-summer-market/?msockid=23db359195a5614735e0207b9445609f" target="_blank">The Telegraph,</a> Aston Villa are interested in signing Fulham winger Harry Wilson as a free agent this summer. The Welshman is out of contract at the end of the season and with his future still undecided, Villa are prepared to swoop if the Cottagers cannot tie him down to a new deal. Everton have also been credited with an interest in Wilson.

Aston Villa interested in Fulham star Wilson

Weston McKennie endured a tough time when suffering relegation out of the Premier League during a forgettable loan spell with Leeds in 2023, but the United States international may not be finished with the English top-flight. Former USMNT star Tab Ramos has told GOAL why the versatile Juventus midfielder would “make any team better” ahead of potentially hitting free agency this summer.Check out the full exclusive story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/weston-mckennie-make-any-team-better-juventus-usmnt-star-premier-league-giants/blt49aad687b50ef8f8" target="_blank">GOAL!</a>

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