Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal make Depay approach

Manchester United are close to confirming the appointment of Erik ten Hag as manager, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/ESPNFC/status/1511747083270856708" target="_blank">ESPN</a>.The deal is not yet over the line but <a href="https://twitter.com/JBurtTelegraph/status/1511751828232450056" target="_blank">The Telegraph </a>reports that the situation is developing quickly and appears imminent.

Man Utd close to finalising Ten Hag appointment (ESPN)

Arsenal are considering a swoop for Barcelona forward Memphis Depay - according to <a href="https://www.superdeporte.es/fichajes/fc-barcelona/2022/04/05/futuro-memphis-vez-aire-64675792.html" target="_self">Superdeporte</a>.The Gunners have already made contact with the Blaugrana to discuss the 28-year-old's availability and could look to bring him back to the Premier League in the summer.Depay has previous experience in English football with Manchester United, but Arsenal could face competition from Everton and Newcastle, both of whom have also made initial enquiries for the Dutchman.

Arsenal make Depay approach (Superdeporte)

Barca star touted for Premier League return

Chelsea striker Timo Werner has been offered to Juventus and Milan - according to <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1591858/Chelsea-news-Timo-Werner-Juventus-AC-Milan-agent-transfer-meetings" target="_self">The Express</a>.The 26-year-old's agent Volker Struth travelled to Italy earlier this week to sound out potential suitors ahead of the summer transfer window.Struth also spoke to officials from Atalanta, with Werner set to leave Chelsea at the end of another frustrating campaign in the Premier League.

Chelsea's Werner offered to Juventus & Milan (The Express)

Inter are lining up a spectacular double swoop for Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala, reports <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Inter/06-04-2022/inter-dybala-lukaku-sogno-possibile-marotta-lavoro-4302186683644_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FCalciomercato%2FInter%2F06-04-2022%2Finter-dybala-lukaku-sogno-possibile-marotta-lavoro-4302186683644.shtml" target="_blank">La Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. Both players are unsettled at their clubs, with Lukaku struggling since leaving Inter for Chelsea last summer and Dybala likely to leave Juventus on a free as his contract nears its end.

Inter set sights on Lukaku-Dybala strike duo

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 🇺🇾 Darwin Núñez, striker with 28 goals in 33 matches this season, is likely to leave Benfica. *️⃣ Arsenal, Tottenham, Manchester United, Atlético Madrid and Barcelona have asked to the 🇵🇹 club for his situation. *️⃣ To sell him, they pretend €80M.— César Luis Merlo (@CLMerlo) <a href="https://twitter.com/CLMerlo/status/1511793294501548037?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Premier League target Nunez set to leave Benfica

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Meeting ongoing between Claudio <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lotito?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lotito</a> and Maurizio <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Sarri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sarri</a> to discuss <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lazio?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lazio</a>’s programs for the next season. They will also talk about the contract extension. At Formello there also is the sports director Igli <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Tare?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Tare</a>. Timing confirmed! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://t.co/rl6h494wEo">https://t.co/rl6h494wEo</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1511728088283062275?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Sarri to discuss Lazio contract extension

Barcelona coach says he would sign Ousmane Dembele's new contract if he could, adding that he could be the best winger in the world.Dembele can leave the club for free at the end of the season, but the Camp Nou side are trying to convince him to commit to a new deal.Xavi is desperate for the France international to remain at the Catalan club for a few more years as he hailed his commitment and professionalism.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-d-sign-dembele-s-contract-immediately-xavi-believes-barca-star-/blte00728e52681bdb0" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

'I'd sign Dembele's contract immediately'

Liverpool are interested in signing Arnaut Danjuma from Villarreal, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/liverpool-interested-in-villarreal-winger-danjuma-but/blt19809c3444a444f7" target="_blank">GOAL understands</a>.The Reds see the Netherlands winger as a potential replacement for Sadio Mane, but will are not expected to make a bid for him until summer 2023.

Liverpool interested in Danjuma

Paris Saint-Germain have started negotiations with RB Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku, <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a8372066797284128519-le-psg-fonce-sur-christopher-nkunku" target="_blank">Foot Mercato</a> reports.Leipzig hope to keep Nkunku by persuading him to sign a new contract with the German side but Bayern Munich, Arsenal, Manchester United and Manchester City are all after him.&nbsp;PSG hope to get ahead of their rivals by convincing him to join their star-filled squad and believe signing him could help encourage Kylian Mbappe to stay.

PSG in talks to sign Nkunku

Napoli have decided they want to keep 21-year-old Gianluca Gaetano, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/gaetano-incanta-con-la-cremonese-e-il-napoli-studia-il-futuro-il-55131" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The attacking midfielder has impressed on loan in Serie B with Cremonese, who have an option to buy him outright, but the Stadio San Paolo team hope to prevent him from leaving on a permanent basis.

Napoli to keep Gaetano

Marvin Loría has signed a contract extension with Portland Timbers, the club <a href="https://www.timbers.com/news/timbers-sign-midfielder-marvin-loria-to-a-contract-extension" target="_blank">announced</a>.The midfielder is now tied to the club until 2024 with the Timbers holding an option to keep him for another year.

Timbers sign Loria to new contract

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">NEWS: The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NERevs?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NERevs</a> have acquired 22-year-old goalkeeper Djordje Petrović from Serbian SuperLiga club FK Čukarički 🇷🇸— New England Revolution (@NERevolution) <a href="https://twitter.com/NERevolution/status/1511705532368928772?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New England Revolution sign goalkeeper Petrovic

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Here to stay in the QC 👑 <a href="https://t.co/xkrREEO1eY">https://t.co/xkrREEO1eY</a>— Charlotte FC (@CharlotteFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CharlotteFC/status/1511720404850728974?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Lindsey signs new Charlotte FC deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ronald Araujo firmará un nuevo contrato hasta 2026 con cláusula de 1.000 millones El Barça le ofreció renovar 5 años más (acaba en 2023). Ronald tenía ofertas mucho mejores de la Premier El club cede en los años (alarga 3 más). El jugador, en lo económico. Final feliz <a href="https://t.co/9RAhgDFCFE">https://t.co/9RAhgDFCFE</a>— Ferran Martínez (@martinezferran) <a href="https://twitter.com/martinezferran/status/1511606646736396289?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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New Araujo deal includes €1bn release clause

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">TRUE✅ <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManUtd</a> is interested in <a href="https://twitter.com/TTuchelofficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TTuchelofficial</a> There has been a contact. But: Tuchel would like to stay at Chelsea if he can work like before also under the new owner <a href="https://t.co/19CkXsOBkh">pic.twitter.com/19CkXsOBkh</a>— Christian Falk (@cfbayern) <a href="https://twitter.com/cfbayern/status/1511674373224206339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Man Utd make Tuchel contact

Erik ten Hag will push Manchester United to sign Ruben Neves from Wolves if he takes over at Old Trafford this summer.The Dutchman is one of the top candidates to land the role this year and <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/18183473/erik-ten-hag-man-utd-ruben-neves-transfer-exclusive/" target="_blank">The Sun</a> claims signing Neves will be his top priority.

Ten Hag wants Ruben Neves at Man Utd

Atletico Madrid and Juventus are set to battle for the signature of Nauel Molina from Udinese, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juve-concorrenza-all-atletico-per-molina-la-mega-richiesta-dell--93100" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The right-back has impressed in Serie A this season and Juve see him as an ideal signing to strengthen the position in their squad, but Diego Simeone's side are also coming after him.

Atletico challenge Juventus to Molina signing

Paul Pogba has his heart set on returning to Juventus this summer.However, <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/juventus/2022/04/06-91608247/pogba_aspetta_la_juve_il_psg_bussa_ma_il_polpo_prende_tempo" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a> reports the Serie A side are not sure if they want to bring the midfielder back to Turin because of his salary demands and his age.Paris Saint-Germain, meanwhile, hope to land him to strengthen their team and the France star is open to making the switch if a move to Juve does not go through.

Pogba prioritises Juventus return as PSG come calling

Manchester United are in doubt over Erik ten Hag's suitability to the club following his interview for the head coach role, <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/ten-hag-manchester-united-manager-pochettino-b2052022.html" target="_blank">The Independent</a> claims.The Dutchman was less charismatic than fellow candidate Mauricio Pochettino and also told the club that it would be a five-year project to get the team up to the desired level.

Man Utd have Ten Hag doubts after interview

Ajax midfielder Ryan Gravenberch has agreed on personal terms with Bayern Munich - according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/" target="_self">BILD</a>.The two clubs are now in talks to complete a deal, with Bayern currently offering €25 million (£21m/£27m) for the 19-year-old.Ajax will hold out for an extra €10m for Gravenberch, who is still under contract until June 2023.

Gravenberch agrees personal terms with Bayern

PSV winger Cody Gakpo has admitted that he likes Arsenal “a lot” as the 22-year-old continues to be linked with a move to the Premier League.The Gunners, Manchester United and Liverpool are all rumoured to have an interest in signing the Netherlands international in the summer transfer window.Gakpo, meanwhile, revealed that he has been enquiring about England's top flight and that an Arsenal legend was among his heroes while growing up.Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/gakpo-arsenal-man-utd-liverpool-linked-psv-premier-league/blt494024699e9824b0" target="_self">GOAL</a>.

Premier League-linked Gakpo likes Arsenal 'a lot'

Napoli have joined the race to sign Roma midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo - according to <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/napoli/2022/04/06-91606587/il_napoli_vuole_zaniolo_mossa_a_sorpresa_di_de_laurentiis_" target="_self">Corriere dello Sport</a>.The Naples-based club see the 22-year-old as the ideal replacement for Lorenzo Insigne, who is joining Toronto FC at the end of the season.Zaniolo is under contract at Roma until 2024 but renewal talks have yet to begin, and Napoli are ready to compete with Juventus for his signature.

Napoli join Zaniolo race

Newcastle have made striker Reims striker Hugo Ekitike their priority target ahead of the summer transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-critical-update-on-newcastle-united-bid-to-sign-hugo-ekitike-after-talks-held/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The Magpies failed with a £20 million ($26m) bid for the 19-year-old in January but have not given up on securing his services.Reims will likely accept an improved bid of £25m ($33m) for Ekitike, who has also been linked with West Ham, with Newcastle poised to swoop again.

Newcastle make Ekitike their priority target

Watford defender William Troost-Ekong is set for a move to the LA Galaxy - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/RGonzalezCBS/status/1511404451235614728" target="_self">CBS Sports</a>.The 28-year-old is expected to join the MLS outfit on loan in the summer transfer window.Nigeria international Troost-Ekong has not featured for Watford since returning from Afcon, where he picked up a niggling injury.

Watford's Troost-Ekong set for LA Galaxy move

Jurgen Klopp has explained there is absolutely no chance that Liverpool will try to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund due to the 'crazy' €350m total costs for the player.The Norwegian striker's total costs stem from a number of expenses including his release clause, wages, and agent fees.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/no-chance-haaland-liverpool-not-happening-crazy-eur350m/blt4e625fba78dec637" target="_self">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Klopp states there’s ‘no chance’ of Haaland transfer to Liverpool

<a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/david-carmo-atletico-madrid-transfer-liverpool-16m-offer-exclusive" target="_self">TEAMtalk </a>reports that Atletico Madrid are the frontrunners to sign the 22 year-old Portuguese defender, a player that Liverpool came close to signing in the 2021 January transfer window.&nbsp;The Reds offered a loan deal worth £3.5 million with a subsequent option to buy worth £16 million. Last April, Braga's president admitted that Carmo had a "foot and a half at Liverpool."Diego Simeone's side is now considering the player, as are a number of other Spanish clubs who are also monitoring the player’s situation.&nbsp;

Atletico hopeful of signing Braga centre-back David Carmo

Wilfred Zaha's contract is set to expire in the summer of 2023, and Palace may look to cash in this summer rather than potentially letting him go for free next summer, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10688953/Crystal-Palace-listen-offers-Wilfried-Zaha-summer.html" target="_self">Daily Mail</a>.Palace believe they can cope without him, with players such as Michael Olise and Eberechi Eze emerging in Patrick Vieira’s squad.

Crystal Palace will consider offers for Zaha

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Barcelona have not made an official bid for Toni Rudiger, just direct contacts with his agents - it's now considered unlikely as Christensen will sign for Barça and Araújo will extend his contract, 100%. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> Ronald Araújo new deal is already sealed, release clause included. <a href="https://t.co/erGdwfNCcu">pic.twitter.com/erGdwfNCcu</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1511623997158350853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Barca have not made an official bid for Rudiger

Arsenal are planning to put Alex Runarsson up for sale in the summer transfer window - according to <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenals-15m-goalkeeper-set-return-23607181" target="_self">football.london</a>.The 27-year-old was sent out on loan to Belgian side Leuven after falling down the goalkeeping pecking order at Emirates Stadium.Runarsson is due to return to Arsenal at the end of the season but they will then look for a permanent buyer or another loan suitor for the Icelandic shot-stopper.

Arsenal to put Runarsson up for sale

Milan have identified Newcastle defender Fabian Schar as a transfer target - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1511305481465352200" target="_self">Rudy Galetti</a>.The Italian giants are looking at the 30-year-old as a potential replacement for Alessio Romagnoli as he edges towards the final few months of his contract.Schar has played in 20 Premier League games for Newcastle this season, recording two goals and two assists.

Milan target Newcastle defender Schar

Real Madrid are leading the race to sign Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni - according to <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/04/05/transfer-notebook-man-city-dealt-blow-real-madrid-favourites/" target="_self">The Telegraph</a>.Manchester City and Manchester United have both been linked with the 22-year-old, who is currently valued at around £67 million ($88m).However, City are more focused on signing Borussia Dortmund's Erling Haaland and United may not. be able to offer Champions League football, leaving the path clear for Madrid to secure Tchouameni's services.

Real Madrid leading race for Tchouameni

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Napoli are still considering Mathías Olivera as priority signing for next season, deal almost agreed with Getafe since January. It’s matter of time. 🇺🇾 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Napoli?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Napoli</a> Napoli are also planning to keep Franck Zambo Anguissa - there’s a buy option around €15m into loan deal from Fulham. <a href="https://t.co/Tmitco969d">https://t.co/Tmitco969d</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1511562649812754434?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 6, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Napoli closing in on Getafe left-back Olivera

Ronald Koeman will take over the Netherlands job for Louis van Gaal starting in 2023, according to <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/188606061/definitief-koeman-neemt-na-wk-roer-over-bij-oranje?utm_source=whatsapp&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=whatsapp" target="_blank">De Telegraaf</a>.Van Gaal revealed earlier this week that he was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer.

Koeman to take over Netherlands job

Barcelona have determined the heir to longtime left-back Jordi Alba, writes <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2022/04/05/primera/1649144225_516986.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MQ%3D%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjI%3D" target="_blank">AS</a>.They will try to sign Celta defender Javi Galan this summer, with the 27-year-old viewed as a long-term replacement for their trusted full-back.

Barcelona pick Jordi Alba heir

Real Madrid are not worried Kylian Mbappe has changed his mind about a summer transfer despite his recent comments, according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/kylian-mbappe-could-extend-paris-saint-germain-deal" target="_blank">90min</a>.After being involved in five goals this past weekend against Lorient, Mbappe said he was still considering a new contract at Paris Saint-Germain and had not made up his mind about an exit from France.

Real Madrid not worried about Mbappe

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Phil Foden’s impact makes the difference. He’s only 21 - important point to mention. That’s why Manchester City are prepared to extend his contract since months, never been in doubt. 🔵⭐️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UCL?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UCL</a> <a href="https://t.co/NkllL4t65C">pic.twitter.com/NkllL4t65C</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1511443644192075778?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Man City prepared to hand Foden extension

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Talks in progress for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Raphinha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Raphinha</a> to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bar%C3%A7a?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Barça</a>. Offered a contract until 2026 to the brazilian winger, who considers <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Barcelona?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Barcelona</a> his first choice. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> will work to try to reach an agreement with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Leeds?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Leeds</a> in the next weeks. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LUFC</a> <a href="https://t.co/deESpXXBEl">https://t.co/deESpXXBEl</a>— Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) <a href="https://twitter.com/NicoSchira/status/1511412516169166861?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2022</a></blockquote>
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