Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Ronaldo holds future talks with Ferguson

Liverpool are hoping to sign Aberdeen defender Calvin Ramsay in a £4 million ($5m) deal, GOAL can confirm.The 18-year-old right-back has been identified as an ideal understudy to Trent Alexander-Arnold, and the Reds are now looking to wrap up the signing as quickly as possible.They do, however, face competition, with Leeds United also keen on the Scotland U21 international.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/liverpool-hope-to-beat-leeds-to-gbp4m-signing-of-aberdeen/blt43169a06cb43c532 " target="_blank">Check out the full story here.</a>

Liverpool closing in on £4m deal for Ramsay

Cristiano Ronaldo has held talks with Sir Alex Ferguson over his Manchester United future - according to <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/man-utd-ronaldo-ferguson-transfer-26899780" target="_blank">The Mirror</a>.The 37-year-old signed a two-year deal upon his return to Old Trafford last summer but it has been suggested he could leave early after the club's dismal 2021-22 campaign.Ronaldo is likely to stay on now, though, and Ferguson is thought to have helped convince him to be a part of Erik ten Hag's plans when he comes in to replace Ralf Rangnick.

Ronaldo holds Man Utd future talks with Sir Alex (The Mirror)

Liverpool are leading the chase to sign Monaco midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni - according to <a href="https://www.tf1.fr/" target="_blank">Telefoot</a>.The 22-year-old has also been linked with Real Madrid, but the Reds are making more headway in their negotiations with the Ligue 1 club.Tchouaméni has recorded three goals and one assist in 33 league games for Monaco so far this season.

Liverpool leading Tchouameni chase (Telefoot)

Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has decided to join Juventus this summer, reports the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/nemanja-matic-juventus-man-united-26902326" target="_blank">Daily Star</a>. Matic leaves Old Trafford after five years after agreeing to end his contract a year early.

Matic to join Juventus from Man Utd

Midfielder will call time on five years at Old Trafford

Eddie Nketiah has hailed the "connection" he feels with Arsenal and their supporters amid speculation over his future at the club, after the forward fired the Gunners to victory against Leeds United in the Premier League on Sunday.The attacker's rapid double inside the first 10 minutes was enough to keep Mikel Arteta's side on course for Champions League football, as the north London outfit continue to close in on a top-four finish.Nketiah has rebuffed new offers in previous months, citing a desire to play more often after effectively filling a fringe role at the club - and despite his success now, it remains to be seen whether Arteta holds enough faith in him to pursue the matter further.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/nketiah-connection-arsenal-expiring-contract-situation/bltf98d7707e60801e7" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Nketiah 'feels connection' to Arsenal amid uncertain future

Fred Rutten says he turned down the chance to become one of Erik ten Hag’s assistants at Manchester United as he felt "uncomfortable" about the project.Ten Hag has begun the process of building his backroom team after it was confirmed he will leave Ajax for the Red Devils this summer.Rutten, however, will not be among them as he would rather stay closer to his family in the Netherlands.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/rutten-rejects-offer-ten-hag-man-utd-assistant-uncomfortable/blt8cc3d829951cdb2b" target="_blank">Read the full story on GOAL!</a>

Rutten 'uncomfortable' with Man Utd project

Real Madrid remain interested in Monaco's Aurelien Tchouameni&nbsp;but are unlikely to make a move for the midfielder this summer, reports <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2022/05/08/6277ef84ca4741007c8b4571.html" target="_blank">Marca.</a>The talented France international will not be short of suitors this summer if, as expected, Monaco look to cash-in on him.Real were expected to be Liverpool's biggest rivals in the race for Tchouameni's signature, but the indications are Los Blancos are happy with their current midfielders for another year.

Real to wait for Tchouameni

Paul Konchesky has been confirmed as the new manager of West Ham United Women following the departure of Olli Harder.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We can confirm that Paul Konchesky has been appointed manager of the women’s first team, following the departure of Olli Harder. We would like to thank Olli for his work in his time at West Ham United and wish him the best for the future. Read more ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/CW7dQhD9Vt">https://t.co/CW7dQhD9Vt</a> <a href="https://t.co/rIzHDjARiK">pic.twitter.com/rIzHDjARiK</a>— West Ham United Women (@westhamwomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/westhamwomen/status/1523362100080381953?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Konchesky named West Ham Women boss

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">FC Bayern are preparing an opening bid around €18/20m to begin talks with RB Leipzig for Konrad Laimer - it won’t be easy but Bayern want him 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FCBayern?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FCBayern</a> Julian Nagelsmann is pushing to sign Laimer - as Premier League top clubs are interested too. He’s out of contract in 2023. <a href="https://t.co/iLGZklx2pN">pic.twitter.com/iLGZklx2pN</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1523307127971876866?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Bayern plot Laimer bid

Barcelona have been linked with a number of right-backs, after seeing questions asked of Hector Bellerin’s future, and <a href="https://twitter.com/HelenaCondis/status/1523013286505381888 " target="_blank">COPE</a> claims that they passed on the chance to sign Hector Bellerin.The Spain international is a product of the famed La Masia academy system and is currently taking in a loan spell at Real Betis after falling of favour at Arsenal.

Barcelona passed on chance to sign Bellerin

Lautaro Martinez may be generating talk of interest from Arsenal, but <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Inter/08-05-2022/famiglia-milano-gol-lautaro-si-vede-soltanto-inter-440396358468_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FSerie-A%2FInter%2F08-05-2022%2Ffamiglia-milano-gol-lautaro-si-vede-soltanto-inter-440396358468.shtml " target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a> reports that Inter have no intention of selling.They want the Argentine forward to form part of their future and will not be inviting any offers during the summer transfer window.

Inter intend to retain Arsenal-linked Lautaro

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">RB Leipzig director Oliver Mintzlaff on Christopher Nkunku’s future: “We have clearly discussed it internally: we won't let Nkunku leave this summer, we told him and his agent”. 🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RBLeipzig?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RBLeipzig</a> RB Leipzig will also try to extend his contrsct but talks are still at early stages.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1523317842162167808?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Leipzig won't let Nkunku go

Wolves will demand £70 million ($86m) from any deal involving Ruben Neves this summer, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10790487/Ruben-Neves-keen-join-Premier-League-club-Wolves-decide-sell-70m-rated-midfielder.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.Manchester United and Arsenal continue to be linked with the classy Portuguese playmaker, but they will need to dig deep in order to get a deal done.

Wolves set asking price for Man Utd & Arsenal-linked Neves

Atlanta wing-back Joakim Maehle has emerged as a top target for Tottenham, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10794207/Tottenham-target-Atalanta-wing-Joakim-Maehle-perfect-fit-Antonio-Contes-system.html " target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The Denmark international is regarded as one of the best attacking defenders in world football and would improve Antonio Conte’s Spurs squad in that area.

Tottenham target Atalanta star Maehle

West Ham are planning to rival Newcastle in the race for Burnley defender James Tarkowski, claims <a href="https://www.patreon.com/ReluctantNicko/posts " target="_blank">Alan Nixon</a>.The England international centre-half is set to hit free agency this summer, with the Hammers and Magpies eager to secure his services.

West Ham to rival Newcastle for Tarkowski

Marco Verratti has registered on Barcelona’s recruitment radar for some time, with <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220507/1001799904/bruyne-verrati-suenos-imposibles.html " target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reporting that he remains of interest to the Liga giants.The Italy international midfielder is currently on the books of Paris Saint-Germain, but could become the subject of a big-money bid from Camp Nou.

Barcelona remain keen on PSG star Verratti

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Despite public statements, Nicolás Tagliafico is expected to leave Ajax in June. He’s under contract until June 2023 but the plan’s still to change in the summer. 🇦🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ajax?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Ajax</a> Three foreing clubs have already asked about Tagliafico.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1522993976055582721?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 7, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Tagliafico heading for the exits at Ajax

Fiorentina are ready to pay €15 million (£13m/$16m) for Arsenal loanee Lucas Torreira - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/fiorentina-commisso-dice-si-a-torreira-48883" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.La Viola are pleased with how the 26-year-old has performed this season and will look to sign him outright later this month.Arsenal are happy to let go of Torreira, who has recorded five goals in 29 Serie A games in 2021-22.

Fiorentina to pay €15m for Arsenal loanee Torreira

Granada striker Carlos Bacca is set for a return to Colombia in the summer - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/ex-milan-futuro-incerto-per-bacca-35052" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.The 35-year-old's current contract is due to expire in June and he will not be offered an extension.Bacca, formerly of Milan, could return to his native Colombia to see out the remaining years of his career.

Granada's Bacca set for Colombia return

Juventus are set to listen to offers for Koni De Winter in the summer window - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juventus-un-terzino-in-uscita-12344" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.Bochum and Bayer Leverkusen have both been linked with the 19-year-old defender, who is under contract until 2024.De Winter has only made two senior appearances for Juve to date and is not in their plans for the future.

Juve to listen to offers for De Winter

Tottenham have been given a boost in their pursuit of Villarreal defender Pau Torres - according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-tottenham-confident-pau-torres-signing/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The 25-year-old has a £55 million ($68m) release clause in his contract, which Spurs are reluctant to meet.However, Villarreal may be willing to negotiate a deal for £10m less due to their current financial situation, and Tottenham are now confident of reaching a compromise.

Spurs given boost in pursuit of Villarreal's Torres

Nice star Khephren Thuram is on Inter Milan's summer transfer window wishlist - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-e-caccia-al-vice-brozovic-da-thuram-ad-asllani-sara-un-bab-80382" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>.The Italian giants want the 21-year-old to provide back-up for Marcelo Brozovic in the middle of the park next season.Empoli's Kristjan Asllani and Lecce midfielder Morten Hjulmand are also on Inter's radar as potential alternatives to Thuram.

Nice star Thuram on Inter's transfer shortlist

Fulham have joined the race to sign Manchester United outcast Jesse Lingard - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1522229236525895685?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1522229236525895685%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthe72.co.uk%2F272477%2Ffulham-join-race-to-sign-jesse-lingard%2F" target="_blank">Rudy Galetti</a>.West Ham and Newcastle have also been linked with the 29-year-old, who is set to become a free agent when his contract expires in June.Lingard wants to stay in the Premier League and Fulham are considering a swoop following their successful promotion bid in 2021-22.

Fulham join Lingard race

Joe Gomez is in line for a new contract at Liverpool - according to the <a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpool-stance-joe-gomez-future-23886143" target="_blank">Liverpool Echo</a>.The 24-year-old's current deal is due to expire in 2024 and he has been in and out of Jurgen Klopp's side this season.Liverpool would like to tie Gomez down to fresh terms in the summer, but will first see what his stance on his current role and future is.

Gomez in line for new Liverpool deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fernandinho hasn’t changed his mind and he’ll leave Manchester City in the summer, as already announced. His priority is to go back to Brazil. 🔵🇧🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MCFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MCFC</a> Pep wanted Fernandinho to stay but it’s a personal decision… and Man City will go a new midfielder this summer.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1523156054980317188?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 8, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fernandinho still determined to leave Man City

Tottenham are set to complete the signing of West Bromwich Albion goalkeeper Sam Johnstone, reports the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/tottenham-transfer-news-goalkeeper-deal-26901330" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. The path is clear for Spurs to seal a free transfer after Manchester United decided they would not pursue their interest in the England international.

Tottenham close on Johnstone transfer

West Ham United are favourites to land Blackburn Rovers' Chile sensation Ben Brereton, reports the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/18494742/west-ham-transfer-blackburn-ben-brereton-diaz-sevilla/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. Brereton came to prominence following his call-up for his mother's country of birth in 2021 and went on to smash 22 goals in the Championship this season, pushing his transfer value to £15 million.

West Ham lead race for £15m Brereton

Arsenal are nearing a deal for Leciester City ace Youri Tielemans, reports the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/18495466/arsenal-youri-tielemans-transfer-madrid/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. Tielemans, however, could opt for fellow suitors Real Madrid should the Gunners fail to reach the Champions League.

Arsenal battle Madrid for Tielemans transfer

Leicester City have identified Torino's Gleison Bremer as the answer to their defensive problems, claims the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/18493499/leicester-chelsea-gleison-bremer-transfer/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. Bremer has been in fine form in Serie A this term and could be available for a fee worth around £40 million.

Leicester set sights on Bremer

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