Transfer news and rumours LIVE: RB Leipzig defender Konate passes Liverpool medical

Juventus,&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;and&nbsp;Paris Saint-Germain&nbsp;are all interested in a move for Sergio Aguero, reports <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4348717/man-citys-aguero-has-barcelonapsgjuventus-as-transfer-options-sources" target="_blank">ESPN</a>. Man City announced on Monday that Aguero will leave the club as a free agent in the summer. Though a return to Argentina has been mooted, the 32-year-old believes he has the ability to play at the highest level in Europe for several more seasons.

Barcelona, PSG & Juventus interested in Aguero (ESPN)

The striker will have plenty of options when he leaves Man City

Ibrahima Konate has already undergone medical exams at Liverpool,&nbsp;<a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/transferts/mercato-konate-a-liverpool-ca-se-precise_AV-202103300185.html" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a> reports. The RB Leipzig defender has been linked with a move to the Premier League side recently and he has already had some medical tests and is expected to join in the summer.

Konate passes Liverpool medical tests (RMC Sport)

RB Leipzig defender set to join Premier League side this summer

With contract talks stalling, Fernandinho could leave Manchester City this summer in another blow to the club's leadership, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/2478694/2021/03/29/fernandinho-the-leader-that-makes-guardiolas-job-easier/?source=user_shared_article" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>. Some players in the dressing room believe it's a foregone conclusion the Brazilian will leave, says the report, and the midfielder has several offers from other sides lined up if he chooses to bid farewell. Aguero, meanwhile, has already announced via an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/aguero-to-leave-man-city-at-the-end-of-the-season/wfiqj2ftynb108iojyn2opr0" target="_blank">emotional social media</a> post that he&nbsp;will&nbsp;leave Manchester City.

Fernandinho could leave Man City with Aguero (The Athletic)

Pep Guardiola is at risk of losing another emotional leader in the dressing room

Everton are among the teams taking a closer look at U.S. men's national team striker Daryl Dike, according to <a href="https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2020-2021/manchester-city-and-chelsea-see-romelu-lukaku-as-ideal-back-up-plan-transfer-notebook_sto8198835/story.shtml">EuroSport</a>. Dike has drawn interest from several Premier League clubs, although Orlando City have been reluctant to sell the striker, who is on loan at Barnsley. Everton scouts have been impressed as Dike has fired five goals from 11 appearances so far in the Championship.&nbsp;

Everton tracking USMNT's Dike

Arsenal and Leicester have joined Strasbourg in the race to sign&nbsp;Ismael Doukoure, reports <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a1782355544999318996-le-rc-strasbourg-lorgne-ismael-doukoure">Foot Mercato</a>. Doukoure is currently with&nbsp;Valenciennes and has drawn comparisons to RB Leipzig star Dayot Upamecano.&nbsp;

Arsenal and Leicester in chase for 'next Upamecano'

Juventus will not recall&nbsp;defender&nbsp;Cristian Romero&nbsp;this summer, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-niente-cambi-di-programma-l-atalanta-ha-deciso-di-tenersi-r-52222">CalcioMercato</a>. Romero is on loan with Atalanta, where he has impressed this season. However, that loan spell is scheduled to be a two-year stay, and Juventus have every intention of letting him remain next season.

Juventus not planning to recall Romero this summer

Gabriel Jesus says he must become a "proper striker" as he looks ahead to Sergio Aguero's departure. Aguero is set to leave Manchester City this summer, and Jesus says he knows that pressure will now be on him to step up. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/gabriel-jesus-aiming-to-become-proper-striker-as-man-citys/kuu102k53qcr17178j7jrdua6">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Gabriel Jesus aiming to become 'proper striker' as Aguero gets set to leave

The Seattle Sounders are set to appoint Craig Waibel as sporting director, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://mlsmultiplex.com/2021/03/30/source-seattle-sounders-name-craig-waibel-next-sporting-director/" target="_blank">MLS Multiplex.</a> Waibel&nbsp;has been general manager at Real Salt Lake since 2015 and will replace Chris Henderson, who left Seattle to become chief soccer officer and sporting director of&nbsp;Inter Miami.

Sounders to appoint Waibel as sporting director

Liverpool could activate Ozan&nbsp;Kabak's purchase option and still add RB Leipzig centre-back Ibrahima Konate in the summer, according to <a href="https://theathletic.com/2479427/2021/03/30/konate-salah-klopps-dirty-work-and-liverpools-summer-evolution/" target="_blank">The Athletic.</a> Recent reports have indicated that the Reds are closing in on a move for the highly rated Konate, who could join in the summer. Liverpool have an £18 million ($25m) option to make Kabak's move from Schalke permanent, and the defender has impressed the club recently ahead of a looming decision.

Liverpool could retain Kabak and add Konate

Peterborough striker Jonson Clarke-Harris will cost interested parties at least £5 million, according to the <a href="https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/sport/football/rangers-sheffield-united-clarke-harris-5246883" target="_blank">Bristol Post.</a> Bournemouth and Sheffield United have been linked with a move for the 26-year-old, who is leading League One with 25 goals this season.

Peterborough set Clarke-Harris price at £5m

AC Milan are keen on a move for Anderlecht&nbsp;midfielder&nbsp;Sambi Lokonga, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.voetbalkrant.com/nieuws/2021-03-30/het-is-italiaanse-topclub-menens-voor-middenvelder-anderlecht" target="_blank">Voetbalkrant</a>. The Serie A side have been following the 21-year-old for some time and appear poised to make a move in the summer.

AC Milan keen on Lokonga move

Tottenham have made RB Leipzig midfielder Marcel&nbsp;Sabitzer one of their top targets this summer, reports <a href="https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/transfer-news/marcel-sabitzer-tottenham-manchester-united-20284737" target="_blank">football.london.</a> Spurs believe the 27-year-old's creativity and versatility are badly needed in north London and with just over 12 months left on his contract, the Austrian could come at a bargain price.&nbsp;

Tottenham make Sabitzer a priority for the summer

Fortuna Dusseldorf midfielder Alfredo Morales is nearing a move to New York City FC, reports <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/fortuna-duesseldorf-alfredo-morales-vor-blitz-wechsel-nach-new-york-75913080.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>.&nbsp; The 30-year-old has been capped 16 times by the USMNT and is closing in on a move to his home country.&nbsp; On the <a href="https://twitter.com/f95/status/1376848252260204548" target="_blank">club's Twitter account,</a>&nbsp;Dusseldorf confirmed Morales "is in promising negotiations for a transfer to MLS."

Morales in talks for NYCFC move

The agent of Jack Grealish, Eduardo Camavinga and Ibrahima Konate has claimed that he is expecting as many as four "very big deals" involving the players he represents. Jonathan Barnett, who is the agent of the trio who have been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City and Real Madrid, is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/agent-of-grealish-camavinga-konate-hints-at-record-breaking/1k0v1m8womlxp1lf185780ceug" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Agent of Grealish & Camavinga hints at huge transfer deals

Sergio Aguero has been linked to Barcelona in recent months, but the striker is low in the club's list of priorities. It was confirmed this week that the Argentine will leave Manchester City for free at the end of the season and several teams are said to be eyeing him. But <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210330/493014555797/el-kun-sigue-sin-ser-una-prioridad-para-koeman.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>&nbsp;says Barca are looking at younger options to freshen up their attack and see Erling Haaland, Memphis Depay and Romelu Lukaku as better options.

Aguero below Haaland, Memphis and Lukaku in Barca's list 

Juventus have their sights set on signing Lyon star Houssem Aouar. <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/2021/03/30/calciomercato-juventus-rabiot-ramsey-aouar-lione-marsiglia-milik/" target="_blank">Calciomercato.it</a>&nbsp;claims the Turin giants are willing to offload Adrien Rabiot and Aaron Ramsey this summer and see the France international as the ideal candidate to reshape their midfield.

Juventus to sign Aouar after Ramsey and Rabiot leave

Roma and Inter are set to battle it out to sign Nikola Maksimovic from Napoli this summer. <a href="https://www.forzaroma.info/calciomercato-as-roma/la-roma-punta-forte-su-maksimovic-puo-essere-il-primo-rinforzo-del-mercato-estivo/" target="_blank">ForzaRoma.info</a>&nbsp;claims the Serie A sides&nbsp;have already started talks with the defender's agent ahead of the expiration of his contract this summer.

Roma challenge Inter to Maksimovic

Leeds United's record signing Rodrigo is unhappy at the club and wants to leave in the summer transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/rumores-fichajes-rodrigo-quiere-volver-liga-equipos-le-abren-puertas-20210326.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>. The Spain international joined the Whites from Valencia for £26 million ($36m) in August last year, but his first season in the Premier League has been disrupted by injuries. Rodrigo wants to seal a move back to his homeland, having grown frustrated with his role under Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds.

Rodrigo unhappy at Leeds

Tiemoue&nbsp;Bakayoko is set to return to Chelsea this summer - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1376705912392589322" target="_blank">Gazzetta Dello Sport</a>. The French midfielder is currently on loan at Napoli, but they are not planning to keep him for the 2021-22 campaign. Bakayoko, whose&nbsp;current contract at Chelsea is not due to expire until 2022, hasn't played a Premier League game for the blues since 2018.

Bakayoko to return to Chelsea this summer

Schalke defender&nbsp;Shkodran Mustafi is the subject of interest from Inter - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-un-colpo-a-zero-in-difesa-spunta-mustafi-97772" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. Antonio Conte may look to bring in the 28-year-old this summer as he seeks to bolster his options at the back. Mustafi joined Schalke from Arsenal in the winter transfer window, but his short-team deal at Vetlins-Arena is due to expire at the end of June, meaning Inter could snap him up on a free transfer.

Inter interested in Mustafi 

Roma loanee Cengiz Under's future at Leicester City is up in the air - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-allarme-riscatti-da-kluivert-e-under-a-nzonzi-ballano-oltre-71014" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Foxes have the option to sign the Turkish midfielder for €23 million (£20m/$27m) once his season-long loan deal at the King Power Stadium expires. However, Leicester have yet to make a final decision on whether to keep Under, who has only appeared in nine Premier League games for the club this term.

Under's future at Leicester up in the air

Mino Raiola has taken a swipe at Sir Alex Ferguson while claiming he doesn't "give a f*ck" whether he does business with Manchester United again. Raiola has stirred up plenty of controversy at Old Trafford over the years, most notably when it comes to the future of talismanic midfielder Paul Pogba. The Frenchman rejoined the Red Devils from Juventus for a club-record fee in 2016, having left Manchester in acrimonious fashion four years earlier, with Raiola now claiming that Ferguson was the one to blame for his initial departure. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/i-dont-give-a-fck-raiola-not-fussed-if-he-doesnt-do-deal/m6ev93xjgi2n1g48ngxjt4bpf" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

'I don't give a f*ck!' - Raiola take swipe at Ferguson

Atletico Madrid target&nbsp;Gonzalo Villar has insisted he is not planning to leave Roma. The 23-year-old, who is currently away on international duty with Spain's U21s, claimed to be unaware of Atletico's interest when quizzed on his future by reporters this week. "Roma gave me an opportunity when no one else would," said Villar.&nbsp;"I don't know if it's true or not what they say about Atletico Madrid's interests but right now I'm very happy at Roma."

Atletico target Villar not planning to leave Roma

Juventus are expected to sign Manuel Locatelli from Sassuolo,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2021/03/30-80353980/locatelli_alla_juve_centrale_perfetto_per_pirlo" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>&nbsp;reports. The 23-yaer-old defensive midfield has impressed since joining from AC Milan in 2019 and is seen as a perfect fit for Andrea Pirlo's team.

Locatelli to join Juventus from Sassuolo

Atletico Madrid have entered the race to sign&nbsp;Dusan Vlahovic from Fiorentina. The 21-year-old has been linked to Arsenal, Tottenham, Roma and AC Milan and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20210329/493001944834/meten-al-atletico-en-la-concurrida-pugna-por-vlahovic.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>&nbsp;says the Spanish giants are plotting a move for him, too.

Atletico Madrid join Arsenal & Spurs in Vlahovic race

Barcelona are likely to give up the pursuit of Bayern Munich star David Alaba. The Austria international will make a free transfer this summer, but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-duda-alaba-11624540" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports Barca can only sign him if he reduces his wage demands and they offload a star player.&nbsp;

Barcelona to pull out of race to sign Alaba 

Lyon defender Marcelo has signed a new contract with the French club. The Brazilian was set to leave the club at the end of the season but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.francefootball.fr/news/Ol-marcelo-prolonge-son-contrat-de-deux-ans/1237436" target="_blank">France Football</a>&nbsp;claims he has agreed to stay for a further two years.&nbsp;

Marcelo signs Lyon extension

Juventus have joined the race for Palmeiras wonderkid Menino - according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20210325/492918891379/la-juve-se-une-a-la-pugna-por-gabriel-menino.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Tottenham, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid have also been linked with the 20-year-old, who has been dubbed the ‘Brazilian Yaya Toure’. Juve are planning to launch a summer bid for Menino, who could be available for around €20 million (£17m/$24m) when the market reopens.

Juve join race for Palmeiras wonderkid Menino

Barcelona are monitoring Flamengo centre-back Natan - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/barcelona-monitoring-flamengo-defender-natan-11619323" target="_blank">SPORT</a>. The 20-year-old, who is currently on loan at Red Bull Bragantino, is being closely watched by the Blaugrana ahead of the summer transfer window. Barca can sign Natan outright if they meet the €70 million (£60m/$82m) release clause in his contract.

Barca monitoring Flamengo centre-back Natan

Milan have drawn up a five-man shortlist of strikers to target in the summer transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/niente-piu-emergenza-il-milan-prendera-un-attaccante-i-5-nomi-in-81253" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>.&nbsp; Fiorentina's&nbsp;Dusan Vlahovic,&nbsp;Torino forward&nbsp;Andrea Belotti, and PSV's Donyell Malen are the first three men on the Rossoneri's radar. &nbsp;Myron Boadu&nbsp;of&nbsp;AZ Alkmaar&nbsp;and&nbsp;Celtic talisman&nbsp;Odsonne Edouard are also on Milan's list as Stefano Pioli aims to bolster his attacking ranks.

Milan draw up five-man striker shortlist

RB Leipzig have moved to shoot down the prospect of Ibrahima Konate leaving for Liverpool this summer. The&nbsp;Athletic&nbsp;claimed on Monday that Liverpool were in “advanced talks” to sign the defender, while&nbsp;the player broke ground to say his phone had been ringing off the hook in light of the speculation. The news has filtered through to the Bundesliga club, who are content with their position on Konate and do not fear him leaving this summer. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/liverpool-move-not-an-option-for-konate-leipzig-director-krosche-/uysdly357fnn1njjmy0bk3l7o" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Leipzig director: Liverpool move not an option for Konate

CF Montreal are finalising a deal for Bologna reserve goalkeeper&nbsp;Sebastian&nbsp;Breza, writes <a href="https://www.bolognasportnews.it/news/71115902470/da-bologna-a-montreal-il-portiere-breza-va-in-canada" target="_blank">Bologna Sport News</a>. The clubs share an owner in&nbsp;Joey Saputo, giving them a natural partnership.

Montreal to add goalkeeper Breza

Rangers will insist on receiving at least&nbsp;£6 million for&nbsp;Filip Helander if a Premier League club pursues the centre-back, says <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/rangers-want-6m-for-senior-star-targeted-by-premier-league-sides/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The 27-year-old is said to have the attention of Aston Villa and Leicester City.

Rangers put £6m tag on Helander

Gianluigi Buffon could pass up on signing a new contract at Juventus and instead join rival Napoli in search of a starting job, writes&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Juventus/29-03-2021/calciomercato-juventus-buffon-4001890590388.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. The&nbsp;43-year-old goalkeeper has appeared in just 14 league matches over the past two seasons.

Buffon draws Napoli interest

Mohamed Salah has declined to pledge his future to Liverpool, saying a potential move elsewhere as soon as this summer is "not up to me". <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/its-not-up-to-me-salah-says-liverpool-future-out-of-his/uq607v6eac8e1hf8f0mkgro74" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Liverpool future out of my control - Salah

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ftfc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ftfc</a> are delighted to announce Jordan Rossiter has signed a contract extension with the club 🤝 The midfielder has now signed a new deal, which will see him contracted until the summer of 2023.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OnwardTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OnwardTogether</a> — Fleetwood Town FC (@ftfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/ftfc/status/1376519621818351617?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 29, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Rossiter given Fleetwood extension

Napoli are now expected to lose top centre-back&nbsp;Kalidou Koulibaly in the coming transfer window, claims&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Napoli/29-03-2021/calciomercato-napoli-se-parte-koulibaly-arriva-senesi-zaccagni-mirino-4001887365416.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetto dello Sport</a>. If he leaves,&nbsp;Marcos Senesi of&nbsp;Feyenoord would be lined up as a replacement.

Koulibaly exit likely

Newcastle have agreed to a three-year contract extension with Dwight Gayle, writes <a href="https://t.co/GIdqf6yMXN?amp=1" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>. Gayle, 30, has been in and out of the lineup this year but carries a long track record of success in England.

Gayle signs contract extension

Manchester United enter the summer with £534.8m (€626m/$736m) football net debt, reports the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/summer-transfer-window-spending-manchester-19931820" target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a>, with ownership borrowing around £500m since 2005 and paying out £837m in interest. While it remains unclear how the debt will impact spending in future windows - future TV deals could help alleviate some of the financial crunch - it's something to keep in mind as the Red Devils are linked to some of Europe's most expensive players.

Man Utd face ​£534.8m debt burden

Real Madrid will try to sign Romelu Lukaku from Inter Milan if they miss out on Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland, writes <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/real-madrid/20210328/492971980391/real-madrid-lukaku-fichaje-mercado.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. Lukaku has underlined his quality with a 19-goal, eight-assist season in Serie A.

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