Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Dembele rejects Barcelona’s final contract offer

According to <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/manchester-united-christian-eriksen-free/65TjJn3qkDNG/" target="_self">The </a><a href="https://theathletic.com/news/manchester-united-christian-eriksen-free/65TjJn3qkDNG/" target="_self">Athletic</a>, Manchester United have made an initial offer to sign Christian Eriksen.The Danish midfielder is available for free as his short-term contract with Brentford expires at the end of June.Brentford have expressed an interest in extending the midfielder's stay in west London, but Eriksen stated last month that he was considering multiple options from a variety of clubs.

Manchester United offer deal to free agent Christian Eriksen (The Athletic)

Ousmane Dembele appears destined to hit free agency this summer as <a href="https://cadenaser.com/nacional/2022/06/13/dembele-se-aleja-del-barca-cadena-ser/ " target="_blank">Cadena Ser</a> report that the French forward has rejected Barcelona’s final contract offer.The World Cup winner, who has been heavily linked with Chelsea of late, will be leaving Camp Nou unless a late U-turn in his future plans is performed.

Dembele rejects Barcelona’s final contract offer (Cadena Ser)

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A new era.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UTC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UTC</a> <a href="https://t.co/mniJHsIGmv">pic.twitter.com/mniJHsIGmv</a>— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/BurnleyOfficial/status/1536663567721717765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Kompany takes the reins at Burnley

Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt is back on the recruitment radar at Manchester United, claims <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/juve/2022/06/14-93781378/de_ligt_tutta_leuropa_allassalto_la_juve_trema " target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>.The Netherlands international was linked with the Red Devils prior to leaving Ajax for Italy and could now be lined up for a reunion with Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

De Ligt back on Man Utd’s radar (Corriere dello Sport)

Tottenham have agreed a fee of around £25 million with Brighton &amp; Hove Albion for Yves Bissouma, according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/yves-bissouma-tottenham-hotspur-agree-25m-fee-with-brighton-for-midfielder-gp3rfxwpb" target="_self">The Times.</a>Tottenham are confident that personal terms will not be a problem, and Bissouma is expected to undergo a medical this week. The Mali international is expected to become Tottenham's third signing of the summer, following the free transfers of&nbsp; Fraser Forster and Ivan Perisic.The 25-year-old only has one year remaining on his contract with Brighton.

Tottenham agree fee for Yves Bissouma (The Times)

Manchester United continue to be heavily linked with Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, but the <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-utd-transfer-de-jong-24211182 " target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a> reports that they are prepared to walk away from discussions.That is because La Liga heavyweights continue to push their asking price up, with the Red Devils willing to turn their attention towards alternative targets if a Netherlands international becomes too expensive.

Man Utd willing to walk away from De Jong deal (MEN)

Gabriel Jesus remains Arsenal's top target for the summer transfer window, claims <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-transfer-youri-tielemans-aouar-24217060" target="_blank">football.london</a>.The Gunners are desperate to get more firepower into their ranks and believe a Brazil international striker can be lured away from Manchester City on the back of Erling Haaland's arrival at the Etihad Stadium.

Gabriel Jesus remains Arsenal's top target (football.london)

Inter's interest in bringing back Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea may be cooling as they consider the financial ramifications of such a move, reports <a href="https://www.bbc.com/sport/articles/cx87egz7el0o" target="_blank">HLN's Kristof Terreur.</a>While Lukaku is said to be pushing for a return to Italy, the feeling may no longer be mutual.

Inter's Lukaku interest cooling (Terreur)

Club realise they might not have the resources to bring back forward

Real Madrid and Lyon are both in contention to sign Corentin Tolisso this summer, claims <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/lyon-entromete-fichaje-deseado-ancelotti-20220614.html" target="_blank">Fichajes</a>.The midfielder is available for free this summer and Carlo Ancelotti hopes to bring him to the Santiago Bernabeu, while Lyon want him back in France.

Real Madid and Lyon move for Tolisso

Nathan Collins has been backed to succeed in the Premier League after his goal for Ireland against Ukraine on Tuesday.The centre-back is set to spend next season in the Championship with Burnley, but former goalkeeper Shay Given believes he will have caught the attention of some scouts this week.He said on RTE: “My old team-mate Vinny Kompany won’t thank me, but [Collins] is good enough for the Premier League and there’ll be scouts tonight watching him."<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">UNBELIEVABLE from Nathan Collins! 😱😱 A marauding run from the <a href="https://twitter.com/BurnleyOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BurnleyOfficial</a> man and a striker's finish with the outside of his boot to give <a href="https://twitter.com/FAIreland?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FAIreland</a> the lead 🇮🇪 "Now that is something SPECIAL!" 🗣️ <a href="https://t.co/vut4jwVuwM">pic.twitter.com/vut4jwVuwM</a>— Premier Sports (@PremSportsTV) <a href="https://twitter.com/PremSportsTV/status/1536791169660620800?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Collins backed to succeed in Premier League

David Ospina looks set to join Atletico Madrid this summer, <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20220614/1001822327/ospina-opcion-porteria-atletico.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports.The Rojiblancos are in the market for a backup goalkeeper and have seduced Ospina to make the switch after the end of his contract at NApoli.

Ospina to join Atletico Madrid

Sevilla are preparing a bid for Monaco's Benoit Badiashile, <a href="https://rmcsport.bfmtv.com/football/transferts/mercato-seville-va-faire-une-offre-pour-le-defenseur-de-monaco-badiashile_AP-202206140408.html" target="_blank">RMC Sport</a> reports.The Spanish side believe the 21-year-old centre-back will be a perfect addition to the squad for next season.

Sevilla move for Badiashile

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Official. Fiorentina won’t trigger the buy option for Lucas Torreira from Arsenal, no agreement on €15m fee to be paid within today. ⛔️🇺🇾 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> “I’m sad - I did my best to stay here but someone didn’t want…”, Torreira says. He’s now back at Arsenal, out of contract in 2023. <a href="https://t.co/qddRLYi4Ol">pic.twitter.com/qddRLYi4Ol</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1536782287156695040?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Torreira won't join Fiorentina

Juventus are in talks to sign Marko Arnautovic, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/la-juve-va-avanti-per-arnautovic-ma-il-bologna-fa-muro-offerta-e-95310" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>.But the 33-year-old striker has two years left on his contract at Bologna and the Serie A side do not want to sell him.

Juventus target Arnautovic

Ousmane Dembele will make a decision on his future when he returns from his summer holiday, says <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/dembele-decision-inminente-13853043" target="_blank">Sport</a>.The French winger has several options on the table, with Barcelona still eager to sign him to a contract extension, but their offer is lower than many of the others he is still considering.

Dembele set to decide future

Liverpool have confirmed the signing of Benfica forward Darwin Nunez.The Premier League club beat Manchester United to the Uruguay international.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We’ve got some ñews that we think you might like… 🇺🇾<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DarwinDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DarwinDay</a> <a href="https://t.co/C70mBnzu4c">pic.twitter.com/C70mBnzu4c</a>— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1536769450720075776?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Liverpool confirm £64m Nunez signing

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">OFFICIAL: Orange County SC has transferred 18-year-old defender Kobi Henry to Stade de Reims in Ligue 1. 🗞 <a href="https://t.co/S7YpjvGgW3">https://t.co/S7YpjvGgW3</a> <a href="https://t.co/c5SjsXjXoo">pic.twitter.com/c5SjsXjXoo</a>— Orange County SC (@orangecountysc) <a href="https://twitter.com/orangecountysc/status/1536732757132423168?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Henry joins Reims from Orange County SC

Real Madrid are very close to reaching an agreement with Vinicius Junior over a new contract.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/real-madrid-new-vinicius-junior-contract/blt0ff1c0543c25a86b" target="_blank">GOAL&nbsp;can confirm</a> that the deal is set to be finalised after the two parties iron out the smaller details in the coming days.

Real Madrid close to new Vinicius contract

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Per <a href="https://twitter.com/JackRosser_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JackRosser_</a> , former Chelsea academy graduate Jake Clarke-Salter is set to join QPR on a free transfer. The move is set to be completed tomorrow where he will link up with manager Michael Beale who used to work in the Blues academy. <a href="https://twitter.com/GoalNews?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GoalNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CFC</a>— Nizaar Kinsella (@NizaarKinsella) <a href="https://twitter.com/NizaarKinsella/status/1536730090674978817?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Clarke-Salter to join QPR from Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain are pushing to sign Milan Skriniar from Inter.<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/psg-soldi-e-kehrer-per-skriniar-la-posizione-dell-inter-54311" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a> reports they are willing to offer money plus defedner Thilo Kehrer in exchange for the San Siro star, but Inter are only willing to accept cash.

PSG offer cash plus Kehrer for Skriniar

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome to Hertha, Jonjoe Kenny! 👋 The right-back joins on a free transfer from <a href="https://twitter.com/Everton?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Everton</a> 🔵⚪<a href="https://t.co/WqwND4q80A">https://t.co/WqwND4q80A</a> ⬅️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GemeinsamHertha?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GemeinsamHertha</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaHoHe?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaHoHe</a> <a href="https://t.co/VwaC9Nmoa8">pic.twitter.com/VwaC9Nmoa8</a>— Hertha BSC (EN) (@HerthaBSC_EN) <a href="https://twitter.com/HerthaBSC_EN/status/1536725689487044611?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Hertha Berlin sign Kenny from Everton

Djed Spence of Middlesbrough has expressed a preference to join Tottenham as the clubs continue to negotiate a fee for the 21-year-old, <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/djed-spence-tottenham-transfer-middlesbrough/jH7ycYFGpmxb/" target="_self">The Athletic</a> reports.&nbsp;The full-back spent last season at Nottingham Forest, where he was instrumental in the club's promotion to the Premier League.Spence is under contract with Middlesbrough until 2024, but the Championship club is willing to do business this summer, with a number of clubs interested in signing him.

Djed Spence favours Tottenham move

According to <a href="https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/sport/20207858.newcastle-united-losing-transfer-battle-christian-eriksen/" target="_self">The Northern Echo</a>, Manchester United and Tottenham have held more constructive talks with Eriksen and his agents, and at this point, the two clubs are considered the favourites to complete a deal.Erik ten Hag has made overhauling Man Utd's midfield one of his top priorities since taking over as manager, following the departures of Paul Pogba, Juan Mata and Nemanja Matic.&nbsp;Tottenham, meanwhile, have identified him as a key potential signing, with Antonio Conte considering reuniting with the Danish midfielder after their spell together at Inter.

Tottenham and Man Utd frontrunners for Eriksen

Roma confirm the signing of Matic

Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Brice Samba has become the subject of a bid from Nantes, claims <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-nantes-submit-bid-for-nottingham-forest-star-brice-samba/ " target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The Congolese shot-stopper starred at the City Ground during a promotion-winning campaign in 2021-22, but is yet to sign a new contract and has only 12 months left to run on his current deal.

Forest keeper Samba wanted by Nantes

<a href="https://theathletic.com/news/joao-moutinho-wolves-contract/EBvnnu33dxYR/ " target="_blank">The Athletic</a> reports that Joao Mountinho is poised to sign a contract extension at Wolves.The 35-year-old had been due to hit free agency this summer, and has been exploring his options, but fresh terms at Molineux are now being lined up.

Moutinho set to land new Wolves deal

<a href="https://www.defensacentral.com/real_madrid/1655057620-50-millones-por-mendy-el-madrid-lo-deja-claro-y-ya-hay-interesados " target="_blank">Defensa Central</a> reports that Real Madrid are setting Ferland Mendy’s asking price at €50 million (£43m/$52m)The France international left-back is once again seeing a move to the Premier League mooted, with Manchester United and Chelsea said to be among his suitors.

Real set €50m asking price for Man Utd-linked Mendy

Chelsea will, according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/cesar-azpilicueta-marcos-alonso-still-pushing-for-barcelona-moves-chelsea " target="_blank">90min</a>, be offered USMNT star Sergino Dest as part of an exchange deal with Barcelona for Marcos Alonso.A Spain international at Stamford Bridge is pushing for a move to Camp Nou, with there a chance that a fellow full-back could trade places with him by heading from Catalunya to west London.

Chelsea offered Dest in Alonso exchange

With Bernd Leno seemingly edging towards the exits at Arsenal, <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/neto-acerca-arsenal-13846063 " target="_blank">Sport</a> report that the Gunners want to take Neto on loan from Barcelona.Mikel Arteta is aware of the need to get another experienced option in to provide competition and cover for Aaron Ramsdale.

Arsenal want Barca keeper Neto on loan

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Liverpool's pursuit of Darwin Nunez is getting closer... 🔜 The Uruguayan has ARRIVED in Liverpool ahead of his record breaking transfer 🚨🔴 <a href="https://t.co/vomfVzGUnJ">pic.twitter.com/vomfVzGUnJ</a>— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/1536641260940935170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Nunez has arrived in Liverpool ahead of his move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Leeds have reached an agreement with Marc Roca on personal terms. Four year deal ready, Bayern want €15m fee but talks between the two club are progressing well. ⚪️🇪🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LUFC</a> Jesse Marsch wants Roca, work in progress with positive feelings. <a href="https://t.co/8hE9D6AjmX">pic.twitter.com/8hE9D6AjmX</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1536622972068413440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Talks progressing between Leeds and Bayern for Roca

Manchester City are ready to step up their interest in Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips, <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-transfer-leeds-phillips-completing-haaland-deal/bltab2a950b601be4f3" target="_self">GOAL </a>can confirm.The 26-year-old is thought to be the club's top midfield target after they ruled out moves for Barcelona's Frenkie De Jong and West Ham's Declan Rice.With the departure of Fernandinho, Guardiola is on the search for a back up to Rodri, who has emerged as a key player, but Phillips is someone who could compete for his starting position.Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-city-transfer-leeds-phillips-completing-haaland-deal/bltab2a950b601be4f3" target="_self">GOAL.</a>

Man City will push to sign Kalvin Phillips

Raphinha’s proposed move to Barcelona rests on whether or not Ousmane Dembele departs Camp Nou, reports <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/raphinha-pendiente-dembele-fichar-barca-13822459 " target="_blank">Sport</a>.A Brazil international on Leeds United’s books is waiting on an official approach from La Liga giants, but one may never come as a World Cup winning-Frenchman is yet to confirm that he will leaving Catalunya as a free agent.

Raphinha to Barca depends on Dembele

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jon Dahl Tomasson as our new Head Coach. 👋 Velkommen, Jon! 🔗 Read more: <a href="https://t.co/02d4lBfwGl">https://t.co/02d4lBfwGl</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rovers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rovers</a> 🔵⚪️ <a href="https://t.co/cQ4d0Wt0yQ">pic.twitter.com/cQ4d0Wt0yQ</a>— Blackburn Rovers (@Rovers) <a href="https://twitter.com/Rovers/status/1536604330454818816?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 14, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Former Newcastle striker is Blackburn's new boss

Manchester City are keeping a close eye on promising Le Havre centre-back Isaak Toure, claims the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10913357/Manchester-City-close-signing-highly-rated-Le-Havre-central-defender-Isaak-Tour.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The 19-year-old is poised to sign a long-term contract at the Etihad Stadium as the reigning Premier League champions buy into his obvious potential.

City closing in on teenage defender Toure

Chelsea have been joined in the race for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde by German giants Bayern Munich, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/RudyGaletti/status/1535984943666548740" target="_blank">Rudy Galetti</a>.The France international has long been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, but he could now end up at the Allianz Arena.

Bayern ready to rival Chelsea for Kounde

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">True✅ Joannis Koukoutrigas, Agent of Bernd Leno confirms: „Yes, Fulham is trying hard to get Bernd. Very professionally.“ The Agent doesn't rule out Leno is staying at Arsenal to be the number one (via <a href="https://twitter.com/altobelli13?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@altobelli13</a>) <a href="https://twitter.com/Arsenal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Arsenal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FulhamFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FulhamFC</a>— Christian Falk (@cfbayern) <a href="https://twitter.com/cfbayern/status/1536322163338358784?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Fulham make Leno push

Getafe have asked Atletico Madrid about the availability of Daniel Wass, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/atletico/2022/06/12/62a608f822601db5078b45e5.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>.Wass made just one La Liga appearance in his first season after joining Atletico Madrid from Valencia, in part because of injury issues.

Getafe make Wass inquiry

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">AS Roma are preparing a new bid for Mehmet Zeki Çelik. Talks ongoing with Lille, José Mourinho wants him as priority target, as per <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DiMarzio</a>. 🔴🇹🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ASRoma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ASRoma</a> Negotiations will continue this week with a new proposal.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1536459003018072069?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Roma to go back for Celik

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Inter are set to sign former Bordeaux right back Raoul Bellanova, deal at final stages with Cagliari for €8m plus add-ons. ⚫️🔵🇮🇹 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> Inter are also progressing in talks to sign Albanian talent Kristjan Asllani from Empoli - personal terms already agreed.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1536454961491496962?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 13, 2022</a></blockquote>
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