Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Salah ready to ‘do everything’ for Barcelona switch

Real Madrid have cooled their interest in Erling Haaland due to his recent injuries and the demands of agent Mino Raiola, reports <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/04/01/6246a90fca474105028b4583.html " target="_blank">Marca</a>.The Borussia Dortmund striker has been heavily linked with the Blancos, ahead of an expected big-money move this summer, but those at Santiago Bernabeu are beginning to lose interest.

Real Madrid cooling interest in Haaland (Marca)

Another forward that Arsenal have in their sights is, according to <a href="https://www.fcinternews.it/esclusive/i-fcin-i-scamacca-inter-il-punto-situazione-in-i-standby-i-i-nerazzurri-oggi-hanno-un-altra-priorita-891875 " target="_blank">FCInterNews</a>, Sassuolo winger Gianluca Scamacca.The Italy international is also wanted at San Siro by Inter, but the Gunners have been tracking him for some time and may join a transfer scramble if alternative options prove to be out of reach.

Scamacca still registering on Arsenal’s radar (FCInterNews)

Mohamed Salah continues to edge towards the final year of his contract at Liverpool and Spanish publication <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/liverpool-amenaza-barca-declarara-intransferible-13456448 " target="_blank">Sport</a> claims that the Egyptian forward is ready to “do everything” in order to join Barcelona.The Liga giants have been long-standing suitors of a Premier League superstar and hope a deal can be done in the summer transfer window as those at Anfield are forced to consider cashing in.

Salah ready to ‘do everything’ for Barcelona switch (Sport)

Newcastle are ready to hijack Aston Villa's bid to sign Philippe Coutinho permanently this summer, reports <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/newcastle-dispuesto-pagar-millonada-barca-13456781" target="_blank">Sport</a>.Villa signed Coutinho on loan from Barcelona in January and have an agreement in place to sign him permanently for around €40 million (£33m/$44m).However, that deal would also be dependant on the club taking on his full wages - currently subsidised by Barcelona - something Newcastle, with their new wealthy owners, would have no problem covering.

Newcastle eye Coutinho (Sport)

The Magpies are ready to take the Brazilian to the north east

Bayern Munich have held a meeting with Thomas Muller's agents, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/fc-bayern-transfer-news-bahnt-sich-vertragsverlaengerung-mit-thomas-mueller-an/12579590/34130" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Germany.The representative was in Bavaria to hold talks over a new contract for the attacker, who recently said he hopes to sign a long-term deal with the club.Bayern hope to tie him to a deal until 2025, at least.

Muller agent meets with Bayern

Barcelona will be closely monitoring Jules Kounde when they face Sevilla on Sunday, says <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/kounde-pasara-examen-camp-nou-13461349" target="_blank">Sport</a>.Coach Xavi has become a great admirer of the centre-back and wants the Camp Nou side to sign him from Sevilla and his performance will be under scrutiny from the club this week.

Barca to keep close eye on Kounde

Sevilla are interested in signing Luis Suarez from Granada this summer, <a href="https://www.cope.es/emisoras/andalucia/sevilla-provincia/sevilla/sevilla-deportes" target="_blank">COPE</a> reports.The 24-year-old has scored seven goals in La Liga this season, impressing sporting director Monchi enough to warrant a potential bid this year.

Sevilla target Luis Suarez

Real Madrid are showing serious interest in Napoli star Fabian Ruiz, says <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/napoli-ancelotti-in-pressing-su-fabian-ruiz-proposte-due-controp-72403" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The Spain international has long been linked with a move back to his homeland and Carlo Ancelotti hopes to incorporate him into his team for next season.The Santiago Bernabeu side are confident they can convince him to make the switch this summer.

Real Madrid to move for Fabian Ruiz

Henrikh Mkhitaryan is on the verge of extending his stay at Roma.The 33-year-old's current deal expires at the end of the season, but <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/mkhitaryan-mourinho-ancora-insieme-a-un-passo-il-rinnovo-annuale-90776" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports his agents and Roma are close to an agreement over a one-year extension.

Mkhitaryan close to Roma renewal

Ajax boss Erik ten Hag has refused to rule out joining Manchester United this summer.The Dutchman is one of the front-runners to replace interim manager Ralf Rangnick at Old Trafford next season and was interviewed for the role last month.Ten Hag has played down the significance of that interview, saying it is a common occurrence to talk with other clubs, but admitted he may make the move to Manchester in the summer.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-ten-hag-focus-ajax-in-football-you-never-know/bltdf03b448676e6bf4" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Ten Hag refuses to rule out Man Utd

Manchester City are confident of beating Real Madrid in the race to sign Erling Haaland, reports <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4628742/haaland-future-man-city-optimistic-of-beating-real-madrid-to-signing-striker-spain-eye-luis-enrique-replacements" target="_blank">ESPN</a>.The Premier League champions believe they are able to put together a financial package to cover the Borussia Dortmund striker's reported €75 million (£63m/$83m) release clause, his wages and any other transfer-related payments.The recent sales of Angelino,&nbsp;Ferran Torres&nbsp;and&nbsp;Jack Harrison have left the club in a strong financial position.

City confident of beating Madrid to Haaland signing

Thomas Tuchel is delighted to have seen an automatic extension triggered in the contract of Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta, with the hope being that Antonio Rudiger will offer more cause for celebration in the coming weeks.Long-serving Spaniard, Azpilicueta, has seen his deal tick over for another 12 months after reaching 35 appearances this season, with that agreement pushed through despite the restrictions currently in place at Stamford Bridge when it comes to signing paperwork.Azpilicueta will be staying on, rather than hitting free agency, as the terms of his contract were already in place before club owner Roman Abramovich saw his assets frozen by the UK government.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/tuchel-confident-rudiger-sign-new-contract-chelsea-captain/blt3cd84e7ed8c5da68" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Tuchel address Azpilicueta & Rudiger contracts

West Ham have put new contract talks with midfielder Tomas Soucek on hold until the summer, reports <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/west-ham-contract-talks-tomas-soucek-on-hold-until-summer" target="_blank">90Min.</a>The Czech Republic international has been a central figure behind West Ham's rise over the last few seasons since joining, initially on loan, from Slavia Prague in January 2020.His current deal still has two years to run and there is willingness from both parties to agree fresh terms, but it has been decided to put off talks while the season is still ongoing.

Soucek talks on hold

Manchester City have won the race Ghanaian teenager Henry Oware from Ghanaian side West Africa Football Academy, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10676351/Man-City-set-beat-Barcelona-Arsenal-Ghanaian-starlet-Henry-Oware.html" target="_blank">Mail</a>.City have beaten Barcelona, Arsenal, Salzburg and Lille to the 18-year-old's signature, with the fee believed to be in the region of €1million (£840,000/$1.1m).Oware is then expected to join City’s sister club Troyes in&nbsp;Ligue 1 on loan&nbsp;because he would not yet be eligible for a work permit in the UK.

City close in on Ghanaian starlet

Real Madrid intend to send Reinier out on loan again next season when the Brazilian returns from his two-year spell at Borussia Dortmund, GOAL understands.The 20-year-old has endured a difficult time in Germany, making just three starts for Dortmund since joining the club in the summer of 2020.Los Blancos splashed out €35 million (£30m/$39m) to bring sign the midfielder from Flamengo in January 2020 and he has yet to make a senior appearance.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/real-madrid-reinier-loan-first-team-squad/blta279f93ec79a8e69" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Madrid to send €30m man Reinier on loan again

Brentford midfielder Vitaly Janelt has signed a new contract with the Bees until the summer of 2026.The 23-year-old has made 75 appearance for Brentford since joining from Bochum in the summer of 2020.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🎵 He comes from Germany and now he is a Bee until 2026 Vitaly Janelt becomes the latest to sign a new deal ➡ <a href="https://t.co/uPBH5IZSFj">https://t.co/uPBH5IZSFj</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BrentfordFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BrentfordFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Janelt2026?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Janelt2026</a> <a href="https://t.co/WnQ8lGbDIC">pic.twitter.com/WnQ8lGbDIC</a>— Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/BrentfordFC/status/1509878587125551111?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Janelt signs new Bees deal

Real Madrid have completed the loan signing of Shakhtar teenager Vinicius Tobias.The 18-year-old has joined until the end of the 2022-23 season, with Los Blancos having the option to make the move permanent at the end of the deal.GOAL understands the defender will go straight club's Castilla squad for the remainder of the 2021-22 campaign.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/real-madrid-sign-shakhtar-vinicius-tobias-loan/bltba18b87c27cd8daf" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Madrid sign teenager Vinicius on loan until 2023

Leeds are in pole position to sign United States international playmaker Brenden Aaronson this summer, reports <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/leeds-united-aaronson-talks/ " target="_blank">Football Insider.</a>The highly-rated 21-year-old was a target for the Whites in January and interest in a man currently at Red Bull Salzburg will be rekindled in the next window.

Leeds in pole position to land USMNT star Aaronson

Liverpool are one of the clubs to be keeping a close eye on Carlos Soler’s situation at Valencia, claims <a href="https://golsmedia.com/comunidad-valenciana/futbol/valencia-cf/2022/03/31/juve-liverpool-espanol-muy-atentos-soler/ " target="_blank">GolsMedia</a>.The Spain international midfielder, who has also been linked with Juventus, has been in stunning form this season and is yet to commit to a contract extension beyond the summer of 2023.

Liverpool looking into Soler deal

Another Manchester United youngster that has spent time on loan in the Championship this season in Tahith Chong, with the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-united-contract-news-latest-23561010 " target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a> reporting that a 12-month extension option has been triggered in his contract.The 22-year-old Dutch winger, who has caught the eye at Birmingham this term, is now tied to the Red Devils through to the summer of 2023.

Man Utd trigger contract clause with Chong

Nottingham Forest will, according to <a href="https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/uk-premier-league/2022/03/manchester-united-transfer-news-garner-could-make-permanent-nottingham-forest-move" target="_blank">FootballTransfers</a>, attempt to sign James Garner on a permanent basis from Manchester United if they secure promotion into the Premier League this season.The England U21 international midfielder has starred across two loan spells at the City Ground and may be offered the chance to remain in his current surroundings.

Forest plot move for loan star Garner

Karim Adeyemi is back in the sights of Real Madrid and Barcelona due to supposed difficulties in getting a deal done with Borussia Dortmund, claims <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/futbol-internacional/operacion-adeyemi-complica-13453963 " target="_blank">Sport.</a>The highly-rated 20-year-old Germany international looks to be on his way out of Red Bull Salzburg, but there is no longer a guarantee that he will be linking up with Bundesliga giants – and that is keeping La Liga heavyweights keen.

Adeyemi back on the radar for Barca & Real

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">⚒ Вінісіус Тобіас перейшов до «Реала». Він виступатиме за мадридський клуб до кінця сезону-2022/23 на правах оренди. За умовами угоди в «Реала» також є опція викупу футболіста.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Shakhtar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Shakhtar</a> <a href="https://t.co/PxNX7pSRMO">https://t.co/PxNX7pSRMO</a> <a href="https://t.co/NQAvyxlGFR">pic.twitter.com/NQAvyxlGFR</a>— ФК «Шахтар» Донецьк (@FCShakhtar_ua) <a href="https://twitter.com/FCShakhtar_ua/status/1509851592425717767?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Shakhtar confirm Vinicius switch to Madrid

<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-aston-villa-ready-to-smash-transfer-record-on-huge-signing-in-massive-new-spending-spree/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a> reports that Aston Villa are readying themselves for another “huge” spending spree, with the club likely to smash their transfer record once again.Steven Gerrard will be given funds in which to bolster his ranks in the next window, with the Villans prepared to invest heavily in new recruits.

Villa ready for another ‘huge’ spending spree

Tottenham have seen Dejan Kulusevski make a positive impression in English football following his January loan switch from Juventus.<a href="https://www.tuttojuve.com/calciomercato/il-tottenham-vuole-kulusevski-a-titolo-definitivo-595205 " target="_blank">TuttoJuve</a> reports that Spurs are desperate to keep the Swedish forward on their books and will look to discuss a permanent deal this summer if a purchase obligation option is not triggered by appearances and Champions League qualification.

Spurs eager to complete permanent deal for Kulusevski

Josh Cullen came through the ranks at West Ham and <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/west-ham-united/exclusive-leeds-chasing-josh-cullen-dreaming-of-second-chance " target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a> reports that the Hammers are considering offering him a second shot at life in the Premier League.Leeds are also said to be exploring the option of luring the Republic of Ireland international midfielder away from Belgian side Anderlecht.

Leeds & West Ham looking at Cullen

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ 🔴🇵🇹<a href="https://twitter.com/B_Fernandes8?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@B_Fernandes8</a> has penned a new deal at Old Trafford! ✍️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a>— Manchester United (@ManUtd) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd/status/1509817922876850198?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fernandes signs new Man Utd contract

Alexandre Lacazette is another of those heading towards free agency, as he runs down his deal at Arsenal, and the race to secure his signature is heating up.A return to Lyon has been speculated on for the French striker, but <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/barca-agenda-atacante-arsenal-13455956 " target="_blank">Sport</a> claims that Barcelona are considering the option of reuniting the Gunners star with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at Camp Nou.

Barca to battle Lyon for Arsenal star Lacazette

AC Milan are said to be cooling their interest in Real Madrid star Marco Asensio, but <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1509449482139754499 " target="_blank">Rudy Galetti</a> reports that the Rossoneri are turning their attention towards Gareth Bale instead.The Wales international forward is set to become a free agent this summer and those at San Siro believe that he would remain a shrewd investment despite struggles for game time at Santiago Bernabeu this season.

AC Milan plotting bid for Bale

According to <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/leicester-city/transfer-exclusive-youri-tielemans-hope-foxes-target-belgium-teammate-charles-de-ketelaere " target="_blank">TEAMtalk</a>, Leicester are hoping that their pursuit of Belgian youngster Charles De Ketelaere will convince Youri Tielemans to stay put.Arsenal and Manchester United are among those to have been linked with a talented midfielder, but the Foxes are ready to pounce for his fellow countryman that continues to catch the eye at Club Brugge.

Leicester hatch plan to retain Tielemans

Arsenal are, according to <a href="https://www.areanapoli.it/calciomercato/kvaratskhelia-napoli-l-arsenal-prova-a-intromettersi-altra-beffa-in-stile-pepe_455426.html " target="_blank">Area Napoli</a>, ready to join the race for Rubin Kazan winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.The 21-year-old Georgian is considered to be one of the brightest prospects in European football, with Napoli also mulling over a summer approach for his signature.

Arsenal to battle Napoli for Kvaratskhelia

While working on fresh terms for teenage sensation Gavi, Barcelona are also hoping to agree a deal with Ousmane Dembele that will prevent him from dropping into a free agent pool this summer.The Liga giants will not, however, be breaking the bank for the World Cup-winning forward, with <a href="https://twitter.com/elchiringuitotv/status/1509330402867089408" target="_blank">El Chiringuito</a> claiming that the Blaugrana will not offer the Frenchman more than €8million-a-year (£7m/$9m).

Dembele won't be offered more than €8m-a-year

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Barcelona have Gavi’s new contract almost ready since December. It’s matter of time to complete the proposal and then enter into final details. 🔵🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCB</a> Club still more than optimistic to get his contract extension signed this year ⤵️ <a href="https://t.co/WmwshAbBIp">https://t.co/WmwshAbBIp</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1509622537331826698?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 31, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Barcelona confident on Gavi deal

Everton are eyeing a summer move for Leicester defender Jannick Vestergaard, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-everton-plotting-move-for-jannik-vestergaard-after-midweek-transfer-mission/" target="_blank">Football Insider.</a>The Toffees are keen to recruit a dominant centre-back this summer and have turned their attentions to the 29-year-old for Southampton player.New Everton director of football Kevin Thelwell went to watch Vestergaard in action for Denmark against Serbia in midweek.

Toffees eye Vestergaard

Edinson Cavani is closing in on a move to Boca Juniors when his Manchester United contract expires at the end of the season, reports <a href="https://todofichajes.com/cavani-quiere-fichar-por-boca-juniors-y-ya-negocian-su-llegada/" target="_blank">Todofichajes</a>.The Uruguyan is keen to move closer to his family in South America after spending more than a decade in Europe.Cavani has been close to leaving United on several occasions over the last year but decided to see out his Red Devils contract instead.

Cavani closing in on Boca move

Bruno Fernandes has signed a new contract at Manchester United until the summer of 2027 that will make him one of the club's highest-paid players, reports the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/mar/31/bruno-fernandes-manchester-united-new-contract-among-top-three-earners" target="_blank">Guardian</a>.Talks between the Portugal midfielder and the club have been going on since July and a breakthrough was made two weeks ago with an official announcement due imminently.The new deal only adds one year onto his existing deal but includes an substantial pay rise.

Fernandes signs new Man Utd deal

Leicester are eyeing three key signings this summer as Brendan Rodgers plans a mini rebuild of his squad, reports the <a href="https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2022/03/31/brendan-rodgers-planning-leicester-citys-summer-rebuild/" target="_blank">Telegraph</a>.Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers is keen to recuit a winger, a No.8 and centre-back during the close season.PSV Eindhoven winger Noni Madueke and Nottingham Forest’s Brennan Johnson&nbsp;are two players who have been scouted reguarly this campaign.

Leicester eye three signings

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