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Paul Pogba and David De Gea are demanding a salary bump from Manchester United, reports <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/manchester-uniteds-paul-pogba-and-david-de-gea-demand-rise-to-offset-threat-of-pay-cut-d9f7dgkcs?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1555694437" target="_blank">The Times.&nbsp;</a> All United players will see an&nbsp;automatic 25 per cent pay cut on their existing contracts should the club fail to qualify for next season's Champions League.&nbsp; With the club currently in sixth place, Pogba and De Gea want guarantees they will earn their full salary if United fall short of the top four this season.

Pogba and De Gea demand salary bump

The two Man Utd stars want to avoid a salary decrease if the club fail to qualify for the Champions League

Barcelona are eyeing the possibility of a move for Everton star Richarlison this summer, <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/barcelona/2019/04/18/5cb8a803268e3ec2138b45dc.html" target="_blank">Marca</a> reports.&nbsp; The Blaugrana have been tracking the Brazil international for some time, and&nbsp;Richarlison's impressive debut season with Everton has only increased the La Liga club's interest.&nbsp; Barca are looking for an option to compliment Luis Suarez up top, and&nbsp;Richarlison could be the ideal option for the Spanish champions.&nbsp;

Barcelona eyeing Richarlison move

The Blaugrana have been tracking the Everton star for some time

Real Madrid are on the verge of signing Eintracht Frankfurt striker Luka Jovic, with advanced talks over a summer transfer now underway. According to <a href="https://en.as.com/en/2019/04/19/football/1555654111_205318.html" target="_blank">AS</a>, the Serbian signed for the Bundesliga club permanently from Benfica this week, but they are now looking to sell him on for a hefty profit. Frankfurt want around €60 million (£52m, $67m) for Jovic, who has scored 25 goals across all competitions this season.

Real Madrid in advanced talks with Jovic

Luka Jovic close to sealing Real Madrid switch

Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is hoping for&nbsp;£150 million ($195m) in transfer funds this summer in order to bolster his squad, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-6938063/Spurs-boss-Pochettino-hopes-splurge-150million-summer.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. His initial budget is expected to be&nbsp;£60m, but he can increase that further&nbsp;by a potential&nbsp;£100m&nbsp;with player sales.&nbsp; Danny Rose, Victor Wanyama and Georges-Kevin Nkoudou, are believed to be available while the futures of Christian Eriksen,&nbsp;Toby Alderweireld and Kieran Trippier are uncertain.

Pochettino hopes for £150m transfer budget

Spurs may sell Kieran Trippier and Danny Rose to help fuel their summer spending

Real Madrid have not given up on signing Neymar this summer, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2019/04/19/5cb99733e5fdea2a178b460f.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. The club want to bring in reinforcements in attack to go alongside Karim Benzema, with Luka Jovic the top priority. However, Neymar is still the preferred option at the club, even if it will be difficult to make happen, and Madrid will be willing to wait until deciding on Jovic until the end of the season.

Madrid not giving up on Neymar

Hakim Ziyech has suggested he may not be ready to leave Ajax after this season comes to an end, saying he is "someone who is very picky".&nbsp; The Morocco international has scored 19 goals and added 20 assists in all competitions, which has&nbsp;led to increased reported transfer interest from around Europe, with Arsenal and Bayern Munich just two of the many teams linked with the 26-year-old. Though many expect him to move on at season's end, Ziyech has warned he isn't necessarily ready to leave the&nbsp;Johan Cruyff Arena and only will seek an exit if the right situation appeals to him. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/ziyech-suggests-he-could-stay-with-ajax-beyond-this-season/u94jzigqv80d1rfq8qshgk9j3" target="_blank">Read the full story right here on Goal!</a>

Ziyech hints he could stay with Ajax

Manchester United have enquired about Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule according to <a href="https://www.sport1.de/fussball/bundesliga/2019/04/fc-bayern-manchester-united-beobachtet-niklas-suele" target="_blank">Sport1</a>. The Red Devils are looking to overhaul their backline this summer and believe Sule has the physique to compete in the English top flight. However, Sule has no exit clause in his contract and still has three years left on his deal, making any attempt to pry him from Bayern difficult.&nbsp;

Sule a target of Manchester United

Paulo Dybala's future at Juventus hinges on whether&nbsp;Massimiliano Allegri remains as head coach, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/dybala-s-future-depends-on-allegri-all-will-become-clear-in-the--98546" target="_blank">Calciomercato.com</a>. The Argentine has endured a hot and cold relationship with the Juve boss, and should Allegri depart, Dybala will likely remain with the club. However, should Allegri choose to stay, Dybala will request a move and Juve will grant it, though they will expect upwards of €100 million (£87m/$113m) to complete any sale.

Dybala's Juventus future hinges on Allegri

Juventus striker Paulo Dybala is uninterested in a transfer to Inter,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/2019/04/19-55992001/juve-inter_scambio_dybala-icardi_ma_per_ora_paulo_non_ci_sta/" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport </a>claims.&nbsp; Dybala and Inter forward Mauro Icardi are both currently unsettled, and a swap deal has been mooted as a way for both players to get a fresh start.&nbsp; But Dybala is not looking to trade Turin&nbsp;for Milan, at least not at the current moment.&nbsp;

Dybala not interested in Inter move

Borussia Dortmund wonderkid Youssoufa Moukoko has insisted he is not looking to move to Bayern&nbsp;Munich.&nbsp; The 14-year-old has been tipped for big things after tallying a remarkable 36 goals and seven assists in 21 appearances for Dortmund's&nbsp;U-17 team this season. When asked by a fan about his future on&nbsp;Instagram, Moukoko said: "I feel very well at BVB and have goals with BVB."

Dortmund wonderkid rules out Bayern move

Napoli have made an inquiry over Tottenham right-back Kieran Trippier's status, according to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/napoli-pursue-tottenhams-trippier-while-facing-competition-from-manchester-united" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio.&nbsp;</a> Trippier has endured a difficult season after starring for England in the 2018&nbsp;World Cup, and Spurs could be open to selling him this summer.&nbsp; Manchester United are also keeping tabs on Trippier.&nbsp;

Napoli make inquiry over Trippier

Man City star Sergio Aguero met with Independiente vice-president Pablo Moyano this week, according to <a href="https://www.tycsports.com/nota/independiente/2019/04/18/breve-reunion-entre-moyano-y-agueero.html" target="_blank">TyC Sports.&nbsp;</a> The meeting, which took place in England, did not relate to Aguero's future, with the Argentine's current deal with City lasting until 2021.&nbsp; Aguero, though, has said in the past&nbsp;he intends to&nbsp;return&nbsp;to his former club when his time with City comes to an end.&nbsp;

Aguero meets with Independiente vice-president

Inter have opened talks for Manchester City full-back Danilo, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/inter-manchester-city-on-going-talks-for-danilo-player-gives-his-ok" target="_blank">Gianlucadimarzio.com.</a> Danilo is Inter's primary target at right-back and is interested in joining the club this summer with a bid expected to be made soon. Inter are willing to offer around&nbsp;€22 million (£19m/$25m) for him, with Man City valuing him at&nbsp;€30m, which is not an insurmountable difference for a compromise to be reached.

Inter open talks for Danilo

Juventus prefer to receive money over a swap of Mauro Icardi for Paulo Dybala, according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2019/04/19-55990994/icardi-dybala_ma_la_juve_vuole_soldi_e_c_la_questione_kean/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. While there is interest in Icardi, the club need cash to act on their plans to improve the squad this summer, with Paul Pogba and Joao Felix among the names mentioend. In addition the club wants to tie to Moise Kean to a new deal to ward off interest from elsewhere as the teen has only a year left on his contract.

Juventus prefer cash to swap for Dybala

Wolves target Morgan Sanson might be allowed to leave Marseille this summer, according to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/mercato-om-cette-precision-de-taille-dans-ce-dossier-a-42meur-449261" target="_blank">le10sport</a>. The Premier League club offered&nbsp;€42 million (£36m/$47m) for the midfielder, which was over the&nbsp;€30m&nbsp;Marseille was hoping to receive for him. Sanson's entourage were not interested in the move at the current time, but Marseille may look to cash in on him this summer.

Wolves target could leave Marseille

Paul Pogba remains the dream of Juventus, even as they look to pursue other options on the transfer market this summer, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/juve-build-for-the-future-keen-on-chiesa-and-joao-felix-pogba-th-58093" target="_blank">Calciomercato.com</a>. Juventus are aiming to secure the signatures of&nbsp;Federico Chiesa and Joao Felix first, and hope to make an overhaul of their defence with Rafael Varane and Samuel Umtiti possibilities. But they club hopes for Pogba, knowing that while he's improved under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, he still has an eye toward leaving with the Serie A side hoping to be included in any race to sign him.

Pogba still the dream of Juventus

Celtic are considering an approach for Azerbaijan defender&nbsp;Bahlul Mustafazade, reports <a href="https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/17585778.celtic-consider-move-for-bahlul-mustafazadae/" target="_blank">The Herald</a>. The 22-year-old, who will be a free agent this summer, has been invited to Parkhead for a trial.

Celtic keen on Azerbaijan defender 

Hazard speculation no issue for Chelsea

Arsenal have indentified Hoffenheim's Kerem Demirbay as the man to replace Aaron Ramsey, claims <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/transfer-alarm-arsenal-und-tuerkische-klubs-jagen-confed-cup-held-61304968,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The Gunners are preparing to part with a Wales international and are considering triggering the £22 million ($29m) release clause in a 25-year-old's contract currently turning out in the Bundesliga.

Arsenal after £22m Demirbay

Borussia Dortmund&nbsp;youngster Youssoufa Moukoko has ruled out the possibility of joining&nbsp;Bayern Munich, with it his desire to continue his development in familiar surroundings. The teenage sensation has made waves for BVB at youth level since breaking into the U-17 squad at just 12 years of age. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/borussia-dortmund-wonderkid-youssoufa-moukoko-rules-out/15z03045ym9ro1beik8xsq7kyk" target="_blank">Here is how he has responded to the exit talk.</a>

Wonderkid Moukoko rules out Bayern transfer

Steve Clarke has left the door open for Scotland to make an approach for his services. A man currently in charge of Kilmarnock has been heavily linked with a role as successor to the ousted Alex McLeish and has admitted to wanting to fill an international post at some stage. He has said: "Yes, at some stage. Whether it is now or not is a matter for you guys to talk about and speculate. I am fully focused on finishing the season well here at Kilmarnock."

Clarke leaves Scotland door open

Bayern Munich are planning to overhaul their goalkeeping options this summer, according to <a href="https://www.sport1.de/fussball/bundesliga/2019/04/fc-bayern-nachfolger-fuer-manuel-neuer-gesucht-was-laeuft-mit-nuebel" target="_blank">Sport1</a>. Schalke’s Alexander Nubel has emerged as the top target for a club that has concerns over the long-term fitness of Manuel Neuer.

Bayern planning keeper overhaul

Juventus want to tie Moise Kean down to a new contract worth £2.5 million, after his impressive breakthrough in the 2018-19&nbsp;campaign. According to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/mercato-psg-une-nouveau-plan-monte-dans-le-dossier-moise-kean-449103" target="_blank">Le10sport</a>,&nbsp;Paris Saint Germain are interested in the 19-year-old but the Bianconeri are hopeful he will pledge his future to the club. Kean has scored six goals in eight Serie A appearances for Juventus since the turn of the year.

Juventus want to tie Kean down to new contract

Fortuna&nbsp;Dusseldorf forward&nbsp;Benito Raman is the subject of interest from Arsenal, according to Bild via <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8891704/arsenal-everton-raman-fortuna-dusseldorf/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Gunners are considering a £13 million ($17m) swoop for the Belgian, who is also on Everton's radar. Raman has scored nine goals in 25 Bundesliga appearances for&nbsp;Dusseldorf this season.

Arsenal interested in Dusseldorf ace Raman 

Paulo Dybala wants to remain at Juventus, according to <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Juventus/18-04-2019/juventus-anno-senza-joya-ma-dybala-riparte-torino-330879577448.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>, but those in Turin are prepared to move him on if the right offer arrives. The Argentina international faces fierce competition for places with the Serie A champions and may not be granted his wish to stay put and fight for more minutes.

Dybala wants Juventus stay

Manchester United have no intention of parting with Scott McTominay this summer, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8896496/mctominay-man-utd-solskjaer-transfer-window/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The Scotland international midfielder has committed to fresh terms this season and will be kept at Old Trafford despite a number of clubs expressing interest in a possible loan deal.

Man Utd won't part with McTominay

Former Barcelona and Manchester City star Yaya Toure is on the lookout for a new club. The one-time Ivory Coast international has been out of contract since leaving Olympiakos in December. Toure, 35, told <a href="http://www.footmercato.net/flash-mercato/yaya-toure-reve-d-un-ultime-defi_252465" target="_blank">Footmercato</a> of his future plans: "No-one will make me stop football.&nbsp;I think I can play for another two or three years."

Yaya Toure looking for a new club

Ajax are interested in signing Barcelona midfielder&nbsp;Carles Alena on loan this summer, according to Diario Sport via <a href="https://www.football-espana.net/77612/ajax-want-loan-barcelona-midfielder-carles-alena" target="_blank">Football Espana</a>. The Dutch giants feel that the 21-year-old would make an excellent addition to Erik ten Hag's squad and a deal could be thrashed out quickly given the strong relationship between the two clubs. Alena has featured in 21 matches across all competitions for Barcelona this season.

Ajax eye loan swoop for Barca's Alena

Tottenham&nbsp;need to be spending upwards of £100 million ($130m) this summer, says Jamie O’Hara, but&nbsp;Crystal Palace&nbsp;winger Wilfried Zaha should not be among those on their wish list. An Ivory Coast international on the books&nbsp;of a London rival&nbsp;is among those to have been linked with a big-money move to Spurs. O’Hara concedes that the 26-year-old is a fine player, and one proven in the Premier League, but feels Mauricio Pochettino already has enough options in wide attacking areas. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/zaha-wouldnt-get-in-spurs-side-100m-should-be-spent/18y78w3k1xuxb1ksmopciffm5z" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Zaha wouldn't get in Spurs' side - O'Hara

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident that&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;will get the players they want in the summer transfer window, with the club “scouring the planet for good footballers”. The Red Devils are expected to be busy over the coming months, with&nbsp;another rebuilding project being undertaken by a manager who inherited the reins from Jose Mourinho&nbsp;in December. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/solskjaer-vows-to-sign-right-players-as-manchester-united/1nsmaft7qup591hrn06uqgqqox" target="_blank">Here is what Solskjaer has had to say on that process.</a>

Solskjaer vows to sign right players

Politano to remain at Inter?

Paul Pogba is capable of being a talismanic presence at&nbsp;Manchester United, says Henning Berg, but is handing the club a transfer headache with his struggles for consistency. The World Cup-winning midfielder is continuing to spark talk of interest from Real Madrid. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/pogba-handing-man-utd-transfer-headache-berg-believes-world/18c693werz5101m7n43b0wwlqo" target="_blank">Here is what a 1999 Treble winner has said to say on the Frenchman's future and transfer plans at Old Trafford.</a>

'Pogba handing Man Utd transfer headache' 

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be given big money to spend at Manchester United this summer regardless of where the club finish in the Premier League, claims the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/773113/Man-Utd-Jadon-Sancho-transfer-latest-news-gossip?utm_source=feedburner&amp;utm_medium=feed&amp;utm_campaign=Feed%3A+daily-star-football+%28Daily+Star+%3A%3A+Football+Feed%29" target="_blank">Daily Star</a>. The Red Devils are expected to be busy in the next transfer window, with Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho one of several players in their sights.

Solskjaer to be handed transfer war chest

Southampton will not stand in the way of Charlie Austin finding a new club this summer. Manager Ralph Hasenhuttl has said: “He is very clear and knows that in the summer he must maybe find another option that he plays more often. “Like with anybody else if he comes to me and says ‘manager it was very nice to help you, it was very nice to be successful with your team, but to be clear I want to play more minutes and that’s why I want to leave’, I am the last guy to say ‘no, because I need you here.’ “We find for every situation a solution and hopefully the best for the team and for him.”

Austin free to leave Southampton

Chelsea&nbsp;will be triggering a 12-month extension option in Olivier Giroud’s contract, says Maurizio Sarri, with the striker set to be retained despite his frustration over a lack of game time. The Blues boss has said: "I spoke to the club two days ago and we agreed to exercise the option. So, he will remain." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/giroud-to-see-chelsea-extension-triggered-despite/1kso6aw2fg58i17zzzj0fq3z1o" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Giroud staying at Chelsea

Ajax have completed the signing of&nbsp;FC Emmen goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen, according to <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/3468950/ajax-strikt-emmen-doelman-scherpen?utm_source=t.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=twitter" target="_blank">Telegraaf.</a> The 19-year-old has reportedly put pen to paper on a long-term contract at the Johan Cruyff Arena, with the future of the club's number one 'keeper&nbsp;Andre Onana still in doubt. Scherpen has enjoyed a fine debut season in the Eredivisie with&nbsp;Emmen, racking up 30 league appearances in total.

Ajax signs Kjell Scherpen

Atletico Madrid full-back Felipe Luis is the subject of interest from Barcelona, according to Bild via <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8892967/barcelona-dortmund-chelsea-filipe-luis-atletico-madrid/" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. The 33-year-old will become a free agent this summer, with Borussia Dortmund&nbsp;thought to be the frontrunners in the race for his signature, but Barca have now entered the fray. Ernesto Valverde is on the lookout for a backup left-back behind Jordi Alba and Luis has plenty of experience at the highest level in La Liga and the Champions League.

Barcelona interested in Felipe Luis

AS Roma striker Edin Dzeko has said 'yes' to a summer transfer to Inter Milan, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/dzeko-says-yes-to-inter-but-marotta-has-two-issues-to-solve-89968" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Nerazzurri are willing to offer the Bosnian star a €4.5 million per year contract and he would like to remain in Serie A as he approaches the twilight years of his career at 33. Dzeko has contributed eight goals and three assists in 27 league matches for Roma this season.

Dzeko ready to secure Inter Milan switch

Southampton are considering a summer swoop for Rangers midfielder Scott Arfield, according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/southampton-consider-summer-swoop-rangers-14430274" target="_blank">The Daily Mirror</a>. The 30-year-old is being touted for a return to the Premier League one year after he left Burnley for Ibrox. Arfield has been a standout performer for Rangers this season, contributing 10 goals and six assists in 25 Scottish Premier League matches.

Southampton interested in Scott Arfield

Hoffenheim forward&nbsp;Kerem Demirbay is the subject of interest from Arsenal, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/bild-plus/sport/fussball/fussball/transfer-alarm-arsenal-und-tuerkische-klubs-jagen-confed-cup-held-61304968,view=conversionToLogin.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The Gunners have identified the 25-year-old as the ideal replacement for the outgoing Aaron Ramsey, who will complete his move to Juventus this summer. Demirbay is currently valued at around £22 million ($29m) and Arsenal boss Unai Emery is reportedly set to swoop for his signature&nbsp;when the market reopens.

Arsenal eye Kerem Demirbay swoop

Samu Saiz will return to Leeds this summer as Getafe will not pursue a deal for the midfielder, <g class="gr_ gr_72 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace" data-gr-id="72" id="72">acording</g> to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/getafe/2019/04/17/5cb6e52c22601dd2358b45c1.html">Marca</a>. Leeds sent Saiz to Getafe in December on a six-month loan and the midfielder has struggled enough for the Spanish side to decide not to pick up his purchase option. Instead, Saiz will be offered to other Spanish clubs at the conclusion of the season.

Saiz will depart Getafe after unsuccessful loan

Kalidou Koulibaly says he is only focusing on Napoli amid links to Manchester United. The Napoli defender says he is plenty happy in Serie A, depsite his side's Europa League elimination on Thursday. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/koulibaly-not-drawn-on-manchester-united-rumours-after/1hsn5ghz2nt5j14toq7v4hoy11">Read his full quotes on Goal!</a>

Koulibaly not drawn on Man Utd rumours

A number of Manchester City players, including Gabriel Jesus and Leroy Sane, have asked to leave the club, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1119010997677821953?s=21">El Chiringuito TV</a>. Seven or eight Manchester City players have asked to leave the club this summer in the wake of the club's Champions League loss to Tottenham. Manchester City are still favourites to lift the Premier League crown as they battle Liverpool atop the table.

Jesus and Sane among Manchester City players asking to leave

Racing are eager to get rid of Ricardo Centurion, according to <a href="https://tntsportsla.com/history/5cb8f1ff164c0808629e5295">TNT Sports</a>. The winger had an incident while training with the club's reserves, ending in a fight with a youth player. Centurion joined Racing from Genoa in 2018.

Racing eager to get rid of Centurion

MLS is set to expand to 30 teams, the league announced on Thursday. The original plan saw the league expect to move to 28, but two more teams will join in the coming years. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/mls-announces-plans-to-expand-to-30-teams/1cvtd9cu8coga1rxie6xfs83aa">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

MLS announces plan to expand to 30 teams

Manchester City <g class="gr_ gr_9 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar multiReplace" data-gr-id="9" id="9">are</g> on the verge of losing their battle to sign Lyon star Tanguy&nbsp;Ndombele to Juventus, according to the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/8895421/man-city-look-set-to-lose-60m-race-for-lyons-tanguy-ndombele-as-juventus-close-in/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. The midfielder, who is viewed as a long-term replacement for Fernandinho, is set to join the Serie A champions for&nbsp;£60 million ($78m), despite interest from City, Manchester United and Tottenham. Man City are also targeting Julian Weigl, but face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and the midfielder's old coach, Thomas Tuchel, for his signature.&nbsp;

Manchester City to lose Ndombele battle 

Newcastle may smash their club transfer record twice this summer as they make a bid to keep Rafa Benitez around, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-6937007/Newcastle-offer-Rafa-Benitez-50m-transfer-budget-summer.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.</a> Benitez has been offered a £50 million transfer budget, with more money available through player sales, in hopes of keeping him aboard and competing for the top half of the Premier League table. And the greenlight has been given to go after one or two players who exceed the club record&nbsp;£21m spent on Miguel Almiron last January, though it must be on a player of a similar age and re-sale profile.

Newcastle may smash club transfer record

Roma's financial situation may force them to sell multiple players this summer, including Lorenzo&nbsp;Pellegrini, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/exclusive-inter-could-take-advantage-of-roma-for-italian-star-62503" target="_blank">Calciomercato.com</a>. Should the club miss out on the Champions League, they could look into moving some of their top assets to remedy the financial hit. Inter would like to take advantage of that, and would look to activate Pellegrini's release clause, which is €30 million (£26m/$34m) and payable in two installments.

Roma may be forced to sell Pellegrini

Antonio Conte has confirmed that he will return to coaching in June as he aims to find a "project" that proves convincing. The Italian manager has been out of work since leaving&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;this past summer as he was replaced by fellow Italian Maurizio Sarri. However,&nbsp;Conte says he is close to deciding on his next project, as he hinted at his next job&nbsp;on an Italian talk show. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/conte-eyes-fresh-project-as-he-nears-coaching-return/dvzmx29gkcjo1gbo7m3zb60a2" target="_blank">Read the full story right here on Goal!</a>

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