Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Aubameyang on Real Madrid's wish list

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Kai Havertz has admitted he is open to a new challenge abroad, insisting he is "ready to take a big step" forward in his career. Bayern Munich,&nbsp;Barcelona and&nbsp;Real Madrid have all been linked with the playmaker in recent months, but the Premier League has also been mooted as a potential next destination. Manchester United and Liverpool are said to be keeping a close eye on Havertz ahead of the summer transfer window. "I'm ready to take a big step, and I like challenges. For me, this also includes abroad," Havertz told&nbsp;Sport Bild. "Leverkusen are a great club, I feel good. I have always said that. But, of course, I want to take the next step in my career at some point. That's my ambition." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-liverpool-linked-havertz-new-challenge-abroad/1w42m3fcu232u1sas8c3t6uklh" target="_blank">You can read his quotes in full on Goal!</a>

Man Utd and Liverpool linked Havertz open to new challenge

The German midfielder has opened up on his future plans amid talk of a move to a number of top European clubs

Eduardo Camavinga is capable of reaching the very "highest level" with Real Madrid&nbsp;but he should wait at least one more year before "making the jump", according to Rennes boss Julien Stephan. Camavinga spent five years in the Rennes academy before graduating to the senior squad at the age of 15 in 2018, and has since established himself as one of the brightest young prospects in Europe. The midfielder is already attracting attention from some of the world's biggest clubs, including Real Madrid, who are reportedly weighing up a summer swoop for the teenager. "In the medium term, I see him in a structure of the highest level with demands of the highest level," Stephan told&nbsp;AS.&nbsp;"Following his progression, he has the potential and all the qualities required to settle in a top club one day." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/camavinga-can-play-for-real-madrid-french-midfielder-destined-to-/jayxgqatjng61jzwqsbp9tuuy" target="_blank">You can read his quotes in full on Goal!</a>

'Camavinga can play for Real Madrid', says Rennes boss

Julien Stephan is resigned to losing a prized asset in the near future, but says he still "has a couple of steps to take".

<a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/bundesliga/vereine/rb-leipzig/timo-werner-juergen-klopp-liverpool-wechsel-transfer-70041942.sport.html" target="_blank">Sport Bild</a> say that Jurgen Klopp wants to step up Liverpool's attempts to sign Germany international forward Timo Werner and is seeking a meeting with the 24-year-old. However coronavirus is putting the transfer in jeopardy, with a meeting in person currently impossible.

Klopp wants to meet Werner to convince him to join Liverpool

The Reds manager is keen to speak to the RB Leipzig striker face to face, according to reports in Germany.

Manchester United are considering a £70 million (€80m/$88m) move for Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez, claims <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/11395479/man-utd-scout-saul-niguez-atletico-madrid-transfer/" target="_blank">The Sun.</a> United sent scouts to Anfield last month, watching the 25-year-old in person as Atletico took on Liverpool in the Champions League.&nbsp; In order to lure the midfielder, United are prepared to bump his £115,000-per-week wages closer to £200,000 per week.

Man Utd eye £70m move for NIguez

The Red Devils are ready to offer the Spanish star a hefty pay bump

Real Madrid are closely tracking the status of Arsenal star&nbsp;Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, reports <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-real-madrid-le-point-sur-le-dossier-aubameyang-499775" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>. Aubameyang&nbsp;has been prolific since joining the Gunners from Borussia Dortmund in January 2018, but his future is unclear with his contract set to expire in 2021. Madrid have yet to move for the 30-year-old but that could change shortly as the club plans to add a striker in the coming transfer window.

Aubameyang on Real Madrid's wish list

The Blancos are following the Gunners star closely

Torino forward&nbsp;Andrea Belotti&nbsp;has been offered to Manchester United, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.it/news/368809/calciomercato_napoli_dall_everton_al_manchester_united_le_ultime_su_belotti" target="_blank">calciomercato.it.</a> The Italy striker has scored 15 goals in 31 games this season, generating interest from Napoli and Everton. Though Belotti could be on the move it's unlikely he'll join Man Utd, as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men are chasing other targets at striker.

Belotti offered to Manchester United

Christian Fuchs says he is still debating whether to leave Leicester City&nbsp;for the U.S. as his contract enters its final months.&nbsp; The left-back's&nbsp;wife and children are based in New York and he nearly left the Foxes a year ago to join them and play in MLS. But the Austrian&nbsp;is considering re-signing for one more season in the Premier League, saying he is enjoying his time playing under Brendan Rodgers. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/fuchs-faces-difficult-decision-of-staying-at-leicester-or/15m7ilx2rauat1v8ow6vmr5ss2" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Fuchs deciding between Leicester and the U.S. 

Longtime Bayern Munich goalkeeper&nbsp;Sepp&nbsp;Maier says the German champions would be "stupid" to let Manuel&nbsp;Neuer&nbsp;leave the club. Neuer's current deal with Bayern expires in 2021 and questions over his future have emerged after the club&nbsp;signed 23-year-old goalkeeper Alexander&nbsp;Nubel&nbsp;from&nbsp;Schalke.&nbsp; Maier, though, believes that Neuer has several more years remaining&nbsp;at the top of his game. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/bayern-would-be-stupid-to-let-neuer-go-maier/11ftph5k7srom1d0crpvww2lfv" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal</a>

Bayern would be stupid to let Neuer go - Maier

Premier League clubs will&nbsp;discuss ending the season by June 30 at a meeting on Friday, reports <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/apr/15/premier-league-clubs-ending-season-30-june" target="_blank">The Guardian.</a> The proposal is gaining steam due to concerns over player contracts expiring on June 30. Though FIFA issued guidelines that contracts could be extended through whenever the season ends, Premier League sides are concerned that English contract law would supersede those guidelines.

Premier League to consider ending season by June 30

Inter have taken the lead in the race to sign Olivier Giroud as the Serie A side are ready to hand him a three-year deal, reports&nbsp;​<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Inter/14-04-2020/mercato-inter-giroud-il-si-biennale-piu-opzione-il-vice-lukaku-370210571824.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport.&nbsp;</a> The Chelsea striker is set to become a free agent and has indicated he is open to signing a new deal with the Blues. But Chelsea are unlikely to hand the 33-year-old a three-year deal, which could give Antonio Conte's side the advantage.&nbsp;

Inter ready to offer Giroud three-year deal

Roma have conceded they will likely not be able to purchase Chris&nbsp;Smalling&nbsp;and are searching for his replacement, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/roma-e-quasi-goodbye-smalling-ecco-i-possibili-sostituti-25603" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. Smalling has impressed with&nbsp;Giallorossi&nbsp;this season while on loan from Manchester United, with the Serie A side keen to sign him on a permanent basis.&nbsp; But with United demanding&nbsp;€25 million (£22m/$27m), Roma may not be able to afford such an outlay as the coronavirus contributes to an unstable economic environment.&nbsp;

Roma searching for Smalling replacement 

Barcelona boss Quique&nbsp;Setien insists that Lionel Messi's future is still at Barcelona despite recent behind-the-scenes controversies. The club has been in the midst of a civil war in the board room, but the manager says that Messi's future remains certain. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/barcelona-legend-messi-will-finish-his-career-at-camp-nou/1lb7xkdnu1v4o1sbx5my24teo5">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Messi will finish his career at Camp Nou'

Paris Saint-Germain are looking to get a discount from Inter this summer as a result of the coronavirus. According to <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2020/04/14/icardi-inter-psg-riscatto-news-calciomercato">Sky Sports</a>, PSG are still hoping to bring Mauro Icardi in permanently this summer after signing the forward on loan for this season. And it appears that they are hoping to be able to get him for cheaper than the original buy clause in that loan agreement due to the current situation impacting world football.&nbsp;

PSG hoping for Icardi discount

The Utah Royals are set to sign German midfielder Dzsenifer Marozsan and French goalkeeper Sarah Bouhaddi from Lyon, according to <a href="https://www.lequipiere.com/actu.html">L'Equipiere</a>. Both players are set to be out of contract this summer with Bouhaddi set to depart Lyon after seven seasons with the club. Marozsan, meanwhile, has earned 98 caps for Germany and has featured in two World Cups.

Royals set to sign German and French internationals

Marcos Rojo says he will feel "a tremendous sense of pain" if he was forced to return from his loan to Estudiantes after playing so few games for the club. The defender says he plans on speaking to Manchester United management in an effort to extend his stay as he looks to stay with Estudiantes for another six months at least. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/i-will-feel-a-tremendous-sense-of-pain-if-i-have-to-leave/1ud60ju2byd831i05jib57at61">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Rojo urges Man Utd to let him stay with Estudiantes

Botev Plovdiv attacking midfielder Nikola Iliev&nbsp;has agreed to join Inter, according to his agent. The 15-year-old has been playing with the Bulgarian club's U19 side and&nbsp;his agent Kaloyan Ivanov&nbsp;has said his client is set for a move to Italy. "Iliev is the purest talent of all Bulgarian football," Ivanov told&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fcinternews.it/esclusive/l-agente-di-iliev-a-fcin-accordo-su-tutto-con-l-inter-e-il-progetto-migliore-lo-cercavano-i-top-club-335376" target="_blank">FcInterNews</a>. "We are talking about a fantastic player, tall, strong, powerful and at the same time very skilled. A rare combination these days. We already agreed on everything with Inter."

Bulgarian teenager to join Inter 

Brazilian midfielder Allan is ready to leave Napoli at the end of the season, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/il-napoli-non-fa-sconti-ad-ancelotti-le-condizioni-per-allan-e-o-26068" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.&nbsp; Allan is believed to have fallen out with new boss Gennaro Gattuso, and has decided his best move would be to leave the Serie A side.&nbsp; PSG and Everton are both keen on the 29-year-old.

Allan ready to leave Napoli 

Celtic are keeping close tabs on Atletico Madrid winger&nbsp;​Rodrigo Riquelme, according to <a href="https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/5492099/celtic-transfer-news-rodrigo-riquelme/" target="_blank">The Scottish Sun.&nbsp;</a> The 20-year-old made his La Liga debut back in September but has been mostly featuring for the capital club's B side this season.&nbsp; Riquelme has entered the final few months of his contract, with the Scottish champions poised to swoop on a free transfer.&nbsp;

Celtic eyeing Atletico winger Riquelme

Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah is unlikely to leave the club due to the ongoing coronavirus crisis, reports <a href="https://sportbild.bild.de/bundesliga/vereine/bayer-leverkusen/jonathan-tah-vertrag-ausstiegsklausel-corona-70044752.sport.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>.&nbsp; The 24-year-old has a release clause of €40 million (£35m/$44m), but it must be met&nbsp;by&nbsp;May 31 and no club is likely to invest that sum amid the ongoing uncertainty caused by the virus. Arsenal have been tipped to move for Tah, but the Gunners may have to wait to sign the Germany international.&nbsp;

Tah likely staying at Leverkusen due to coronavirus

AC Milan won't be making summer moves for either Adam Lallana or Mario Gotze, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-la-decisione-su-lallana-e-gotze-offerti-per-luglio-a-param-70346" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. Both players are set to be free agents, with Milan set to target players on a free as the coronavirus crisis continues to cause financial difficulties.&nbsp; But the&nbsp;Rossoneri&nbsp;consider Gotze's wage demands to be too high while Lallana has not been deemed at the level needed to help the club.&nbsp;

Milan turn down moves for Lallana and Gotze

Jack Grealish's recent controversy doesn't appear to be enough to dissuade Manchester United from pursuing the Aston Villa star. According to <a href="https://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/4085594/man-uniteds-solskjaer-eager-to-sign-grealish-despite-coronavirus-incident-sources">ESPN</a>, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer still hopes to sign the midfielder this summer despite a recent incident that saw Grealish criticised for breaking government lockdown rules. Still, Grealish's status as Aston Villa captain has convinced Solskjaer of his leadership ability as he's given the club the go-ahead to pursue a deal.

Manchester United still in for Grealish despite lockdown incident

Mexico star Edson Alvarez revealed that he hopes to someday play for Manchester City. The midfielder says that he's followed the club since childhood while stating his admiration for last season's Premier League champions. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/mexico-star-alvarez-reveals-manchester-city-dream/q52854vutk8d1qc28ynkhuu9f">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Alvarez reveals Man City dream

Miroslav Klose is set to join Hansi Flick's staff at Bayern Munich, according to <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/fc-bayern-neuer-co-trainer-flick-und-klose-sind-sich-einig-70053432.bild.html">Bild</a>. The legendary German striker will sign on as Flick's assistant and will join the senior team this summer. Klose currently serves as Bayern's U-17 coach, having signed a two-year deal in 2018.

Klose to join Flick's Bayern staff

Shakhtar Donetsk winger Tete admitted that Manchester United and Liverpool are among his dream transfer destinations. Tete also acknowledged Barcelona as a hopeful landing spot, although he admitted he would prefer to play in the Premier League. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/manchester-united-and-liverpool-are-part-of-my-dream/at30xhsx37k915pbe4y121wta">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Manchester United and Liverpool are part of my dream'

Tottenham head coach&nbsp;Jose Mourinho has identified Inter centre-back&nbsp;Diego Godin as a transfer target - as the <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1268942/Tottenham-news-Jose-Mourinho-Antonio-Conte-Diego-Godin-Inter-Milan-Premier-League" target="_blank">Express</a> reports. Manchester United have also been linked with the 34-year-old, who could be available for as little as £7 million at the end of the current season. Mourinho is ready to swoop for Godin as he looks to bolster his defensive ranks, but Inter boss Conte wants to keep hold of the Uruguyan for another year.

Mourinho hoping to lure Godin to Spurs 

N'Golo Kante remains keen to stay at&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;despite reports in the Spanish media linking him with a transfer to&nbsp;Real Madrid. Kante has missed 20 of Chelsea's 42 games this season&nbsp;due to a host of injuries to his hamstring, knee and ankle, and concerns over his long-term fitness have seen Mateo Kovacic and Jorginho strike up a good partnership in his absence. Meanwhile, Billy Gilmour's emergence and Ruben Loftus-Cheek's return from injury add to Lampard's options with Ross Barkley and Mason Mount also in the squad. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/kante-stay-at-chelsea-unless-forced-out-amid-reported-real/1x0hiiese5ga1pv5u94bji61c" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Kante to stay at Chelsea unless he's forced out

Arsenal boss Mike Arteta is prepared to sanction Alexandre Lacazette's departure this summer - according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2020/04/14/primera/1586890613_644133.amp.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=MTY%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjE%3D&amp;__twitter_impression=true" target="_blank">AS</a>. The Spaniard does not see the French striker as an essential member of his squad, and Atletico Madrid are ready to pounce if he is put on the market. Lacazette is open to a move to Wanda Metropolitano, but still has two years left to run on his current deal at Arsenal.

Lacazette set for Arsenal exit with Atletico lurking 

Frenchman could leave Emirates this summer

Marseille centre-back&nbsp;Boubacar Kamara is the subject of interest from Manchester City - as the <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1267976/Man-City-Boubacar-Kamara-Transfer-Marseille" target="_blank">Express</a> reports. The 20-year-old could be available for around €35 million (£31m/$38m) when the transfer window reopens this summer. City are on the lookout for defensive reinforcements with Aymeric Laporte out injured, and&nbsp;Kamara is now on their list of potential targets.

Man City keen on Marseille defender 

Four Premier League clubs have been linked with a move for Werder Bremen forward Milot Rashica, including Liverpool and Wolves. <a href="https://www.spiegel.de/consent-a-?targetUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spiegel.de%2Fsport%2Ffussball%2Fbundesliga-warum-eine-ausstiegsklausel-fuer-werder-bremen-bei-milot-rashica-zum-problem-wird-a-90aa295c-c9b6-432a-bb8f-87ee4f222ae9&amp;ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.espn.co.uk%2F" target="_blank">Der Spiegel</a> reports that Aston Villa and West Ham are also interested in the 23-year-old, with a bidding war set to erupt this summer. Rashica has 10 goals and has five assists to his name from&nbsp;24 appearances for Bremen in 2019-20.

Liverpool & Wolves set sights on Bremen ace Rashica

Tottenham are interested in signing Paris Saint-Germain defender Thomas Meunier this summer - according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Transferts-le-psg-s-interesse-a-hamari-traore-rennes/1127228" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>. The Belgium international is due to become a free agent at the end of June, and has yet be offered a new contract at Parc des Princes. Spurs could swoop when Meunier&nbsp;leaves&nbsp;PSG, but may face competition from Borussia Dortmund for his signature.

Spurs eager to bring in Meunier 

<a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/mark-gillespie-shock-newcastle-united-21868704" target="_blank">The Daily Record</a> say the 28-year-old, whose contract with the Scottish Premier League side ends at the conclusion of this season, is wanted by English top flight side Newcastle United. Gillespie came through the St. James' Park youth ranks, and could be set for a return with Magpies manager Steve Bruce wanting experienced competition for first choice stopper Martin Dubravka.

Newcastle want Motherwell goalkeeper on free transfer

The Premier League side are keen on a deal for Mark Gillespie when his contract expires, according to reports in Scotland.

Arsenal are interested in signing Feyenoord teenager Lamare Bogarde - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/arsenal-ready-to-blow-tottenham-away/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. Spurs are also eyeing the 16-year-old, but Mikel Arteta hopes to persuade the midfielder to move to Emirates Stadium. Bogarde is already being tipped for a bright future at the highest level, and has been capped for the Netherlands at U16 level.

Arsenal target Feyenoord starlet Bogarde

Leicester midfielder James Maddison is the subject of interest from Real Madrid - according to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/laliga/es-relevo-modric-fichaje-prepara-real-madrid" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The Blancos will have to fork out €80 million (£70m/$88m) to bring in the 23-year-old, who has also been heavily linked with Manchester United. Maddison has been tipped to seek a move away from Leicester this summer, despite the fact his current contract is not due to expire until 2023.

Real keeping tabs on Maddison

Liverpool are well placed to complete the signing of&nbsp;Olympiacos left-back&nbsp;Kostas Tsimikas - as <a href="https://www.teamtalk.com/news/latest-euro-transfer-gossip-liverpool-e25m-greek-defender-spurs-onana" target="_blank">Team Talk</a> reports. Tottenham, Sheffield United and Leicester have also been linked with the 23-year-old, who is currently valued at around €25 million (£22m/$27m). Liverpool are willing to meet&nbsp;Olympiacos' valuation of Tsimikas, and see him as the ideal man to provide cover for Andrew Robertson at left-back.

Liverpool in pole position to sign Tsimikas

Donny van de Beek proposed transfer to Real Madrid could be off due to the coronavirus pandemic - according to <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/real-madrid/20200414/48498153611/el-agente-de-van-de-beek-reconoce-que-su-marcha-del-ajax-se-ha-enfriado-por-el-covid-19.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>. The Blancos reached an agreement to sign the Dutchman in January, but could be short on funds due to a loss of matchday revenue over the last two months. Van de Beek may have to stay put for now, with it not yet known when the summer transfer window will open amid the ongoing fight against Covid-19.

Van de Beek's move to Madrid could be off

AC Milan&nbsp;should sign Mauro Icardi from rivals&nbsp;Inter&nbsp;to take their attack to a higher level, according to Marco Simone. Antonio Conte discounted Icardi from his plans upon taking over Inter ahead of the 2019-20 season, instead bringing in Romelu Lukaku to partner Lautaro Martinez. The two-time Capocannoniere was&nbsp;consequently sent on loan to Paris Saint-Germain, where he has ousted club-record goalscorer Edinson Cavani from the starting line-up by scoring 20 goals in 31 appearances. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/icardi-would-be-a-great-signing-for-ac-milan-simone/dsp4xlvyx06v1r2ws8xq0wr6x" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

AC Milan urged to sign Icardi

Australian midfielder Amy Harrison has sealed a deal to join Dutch club PSV.&nbsp; As revealed by <a href="https://theworldgame.sbs.com.au/dutch-and-go-for-matilda-harrison-as-psv-come-calling" target="_blank">The World Game</a>, the 23-year-old will join her new side once coronavirus travel restrictions are lifted.&nbsp; PSV are currently seven points clear at the top of the&nbsp;women’s Eredivisie.&nbsp;

Harrison set for PSV move

Edinson Cavani will reject any offers to play in South America next season and is committed to playing on in Europe until at least the 2022 World Cup.&nbsp; According to&nbsp;Goal&nbsp;sources, Brazilian club Flamengo consulted the striker in December about a possible move, only to learn that he intends to remain in Europe for another few years.&nbsp; With his contract at&nbsp;Paris Saint-Germain&nbsp;set to expire at the end of the season, Cavani is expected to depart&nbsp;France&nbsp;with&nbsp;a move Atletico Madrid the most likely option&nbsp;after the club had two offers rejected in January.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/psg-striker-cavani-committed-to-playing-on-in-europe/hhz9rjf2iwve1uv6cc92um6kq" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal here!</a>

Cavani committed to playing on in Europe

Newcastle plan to return with another bid for&nbsp;Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8217815/Newcastle-United-revive-Lille-midfielder-Boubakary-Soumare.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail.&nbsp;</a> The Magpies saw a bid of £35 million (€40m/$44m) plus add-ons accepted by Lille in January, only for Soumare to turn down a move in favour of keeping his options open.&nbsp; The 21-year-old has interest from clubs all over Europe, including Manchester United, Liverpool and Real Madrid.&nbsp;

Newcastle to return for Soumare

Napoli star Lorenzo Insigne is set to sign a new deal with the club, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/napoli-la-mossa-di-adl-per-il-rinnovo-di-insigne-59652" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The 28-year-old's current deal is set to expire in 2022 but he is set to agree an extension through 2025.&nbsp; Having recently parted ways with agent&nbsp;Mino Raiola, Insigne will use one of his attorneys to iron out the details of his new contract with Napoli.

Insigne expected to sign new deal with Napoli

Monaco are eyeing former Valencia sporting director Pablo Longoria for the same role, reports <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-asm-monaco-vise-un-directeur-sportif-499786" target="_blank">Le10Sport</a>. The role at the principality club is currently vacent but Longiria, who has also served as chief scout at Juventus, is considered a prime candidate.

Monaco eye Longoria for sporting director role

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has agreed a £300 million ($379m) deal to purchase Newcastle United, reports the <a href="https://www.ft.com/content/17856b31-cfbd-4004-8b48-195d45f5bad2" target="_blank">Financial Times.</a> The group, which is backed by&nbsp;Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is putting up 80 per cent of the £300m price tag. The takeover will end the reign of current owner Mike Ashley, who has owned the club since 2007.

Saudis agree £300m Newcastle takeover

Arsenal are not considering a move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey, according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenals-position-thomas-partey-transfer-21867588" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. Reports have suggested that the Gunners could be in for the 26-year-old, who will have a £43&nbsp;million (€50m/$55m) release clause this summer. However, the club's current financial situation is precarious due to the coronavirus pandemic, and they won't have the funds available for the Ghanaian.&nbsp;

Arsenal ruled out of Partey chase

Inter are hoping to seal a move for Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal, reports <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-la-verita-su-vidal-puo-arrivare-solo-a-una-condizione-31943" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The 32-year-old's deal with Barca expires next year and he is understood to be keen on the idea of returning to Italy after previously starring at Juventus.&nbsp; Barca, though, are set to demand&nbsp;€20 million (£17m/$22m)&nbsp;for Vidal, a steep price given his age and the current financial climate surrounding the coronavirus crisis.

Inter eye move for Vidal

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