Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona & Inter ready Aubameyang offers

Barcelona and Inter are preparing to launch summer raids for Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, according to <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2020/02/19-66932171/inter_lautaro_martinez_vale_150_milioni/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. The Gabonese striker is only under contract with the Gunners until 2021 and, as they have been unable to agree fresh terms, a sale could be sanctioned in the next window.

Barcelona & Inter ready Aubameyang offers

European giants preparing raid on Arsenal

Roma&nbsp;head coach Paulo Fonseca has confirmed that the&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;side want to sign loanees Chris Smalling and Henrikh Mkhitaryan permanently. Smalling and Mkhitaryan are currently taking in season-long loan spells at Stadio Olimpico&nbsp;from Premier League duo&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;and&nbsp;Arsenal&nbsp;respectively. United centre-back Smalling has earned plenty of praise for his performances&nbsp;for Roma, who are determined to make the&nbsp;England&nbsp;international's deal a permanent one in the Italian capital. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/roma-eager-to-tie-man-utd-defender-smalling-and-arsenals/l20lrv9wm2cu15vhuljah4376" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Roma want permanent deal for Smalling

The Man Utd defender has impressed in Serie A

Blaise Matuidi has announced that he will extend his stay with Juventus until 2021 "My contract included an option and the club exercised it," he said. <a href="https://www.goal.com/it/notizie/matuidi-resto-juventus-un-altro-anno/qzjqlog5g9j01ngpnk1fe09cg" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Matuidi extends Juventus contract

The Frenchman is set for another year at Juve

According to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/inter-brozovic-has-convinced-conte-marotta-s-plan-for-the-renewa-56893" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>, Marcelo Brozovic has convinced Inter boss Antonio Conte to keep him at the club, amid uncertainties&nbsp;regarding the midfielder's future. The Croatian has recently been linked to the Premier League, with both Liverpool and Manchester United reportedly interested in bringing the 27-year-old to England. But Brozovic has impressed his new manager with his displays in the heart of midfield, and could even be rewarded with an improved contract with the Serie A side.

Brozovic to remain at Inter

American actor George Clooney is reportedly interested in buying Spanish second-tier&nbsp;club Malaga, according to <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2020/02/24/segunda/1582569951_405272.html">AS</a>. Malaga are just five&nbsp;points clear of the relegation in the Segunda Division but face the prospect of being relegated as a punishment for the club's dire financial situation. Negotiations are&nbsp;thought to be taking place between the selling party and a media group linked to Clooney.

George Clooney interested in buying Malaga?

Barcelona&nbsp;head coach Quique Setien has admitted to having ‘a lot of affection' for&nbsp;Napoli&nbsp;midfielder Fabian Ruiz. The pair worked together at&nbsp;Real Betis, with Setien giving the young Spaniard a prominent role before Napoli triggered his release clause in the summer of 2018. Fabian has previously been linked with a move to Real Madrid after impressing in Naples, but given Setien's presence at Barca, it may be Los Blancos' bitter rivals that come calling. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barca-boss-setien-admits-to-having-a-lot-of-affection-for/1r7xohdhgcz6t1r9olmspi7jlt">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Barca boss Setien admits to having 'a lot of affection' for Fabian

Declan Rice continues to generate talk of interest from the likes of&nbsp;Manchester United, but David Moyes expects the&nbsp;England&nbsp;international to become club captain at West Ham. Moyes has conceded in the past that he may struggle to retain the services of the club's&nbsp;prized asset, but he has been given no indication that Rice&nbsp;is looking for a move. "Declan will go on to be a future captain of West Ham, there's no doubt about that," Moyes told <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/11939687/david-moyes-exclusive-declan-rice-jarrod-bowen-and-the-key-to-premier-league-survival">Sky Sports.</a> <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/rice-backed-for-west-ham-captaincy-over-man-utd-move-as/may32mdy7zrx1oslzve5kurpe">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Rice backed for West Ham captaincy over Man Utd move

Kevin De Bruyne remains “committed to the project of&nbsp;Manchester City” and is not about to go looking for a move elsewhere, claims&nbsp;Belgium&nbsp;boss Roberto Martinez. Premier League title holders City have been&nbsp;stung with a two-year ban from Champions League competition by UEFA for alleged breaches of Financial Fair Play regulations. De Bruyne, who has&nbsp;sparked interest from the likes of Real Madrid in the past, is among those to have seen a transfer mooted.&nbsp;However, his international manager is&nbsp;convinced that the Belgian playmaker will stick around in Manchester. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/de-bruyne-committed-man-city-belgium-boss-martinez-transfer/zev2gqy4f4ua1a477a7sm7k3g">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

‘De Bruyne is committed to Man City’s project’ – Martinez

Bayern Munich&nbsp;head coach Hansi Flick has said that attacking midfielder Philippe Coutinho is trying too hard to impress and ends up making the wrong decision at times as a result. Despite 21 goals and 11 assists in 76 appearances for Barcelona after joining from Liverpool, he was sent to Bayern Munich last summer in a loan deal with an option to buy as the La Liga giants&nbsp;sought to recoup some of the money they spent on the Brazilian. However, Coutinho has not yet fully convinced new boss Flick, who feels the player is putting too much pressure on himself. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/flick-coutinho-is-trying-too-hard-making-wrong-decisions/1qc7ax2edcb5y16pyvn3rbbo8p">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Bayern still unsure over permanent Coutinho deal

Liverpool have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Timo Werner, with the German striker's release clause at RB Leipzig reportedly significantly lower than the Reds first thought. Jurgen Klopp's side have long been linked with the 23-year-old, who has 21 Bundesliga goals this season, with a further four in the Champions League. And the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/timo-werner-release-clause-20m-21567107" target="_blank">Daily Mirror</a> claim that Werner's release clause is certainly not as high as originally claimed, with many clubs across Europe keen to trigger that clause this summer.

Liverpool handed Werner boost

League of Ireland side Shamrock Rovers have announced the signature of Salford City striker Rory Gaffney. Shamrock began their league campaign on Friday night with a 6-0 win over Cork, with Gaffney now travelling with the squad for tonight's encounter with Waterford.&nbsp; <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️ | We are delighted to announce the signing of striker Rory Gaffney ☘️ Full story 👉 <a href="https://t.co/ugYamfE13f">https://t.co/ugYamfE13f</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GaffneySigns?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GaffneySigns</a> <a href="https://t.co/s3zzV9sCHh">pic.twitter.com/s3zzV9sCHh</a> — Shamrock Rovers FC ☘️ (@ShamrockRovers) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShamrockRovers/status/1231964918313869312?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 24, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Salford striker Gaffney makes League of Ireland switch

Everton are weighing up a move for Toulouse midfielder Ibrahim Sangare, having failed to sign him last summer. According to <a href="http://sportwitness.co.uk/midfielder-expected-everton-summer-toffees-appreciate-tried-transfer-last-year/" target="_blank">Sport Witness</a>, the Toffees tried to bring in the 22-year-old under Marco Silva, and will once again attempt to persuade him to move to Goodison Park, this time under Carlo Ancelotti. Sangare has been a rare positive for the French outfit this season, with Toulouse recording just three wins as they sit bottom of Ligue 1.

Everton eyeing Toulouse midfielder

Manchester United midfielder Nemanja Matic has been offered to Inter, Juventus and AC Milan by his agent, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/matic-destined-to-leave-man-utd-as-agent-offers-him-to-inter-juv-90425" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Serbian’s contract at Old Trafford is set to expire this summer, but his long-term future remains in doubt, with AC Milan reportedly unwilling to meet his financial demands. But both Juventus and Inter could make a move for the 31-year-old, who joined Man Utd from Premier League rivals Chelsea in 2017.

Matic offered to Serie A trio

Hakim Ziyech says&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;manager Frank Lampard was a major reason behind his decision to move to Stamford Bridge. The Moroccan will move to the Blues this summer after&nbsp;signing a five-year contract at the club&nbsp;, remaining with&nbsp;Ajax&nbsp;until the end of the current Eredivisie campaign. The attacker played against his future side twice in the group stages of this season’s&nbsp;Champions League, and was heavily involved in three of their goals in the&nbsp;4-4 draw between the sides at Stamford Bridge&nbsp;&nbsp;back in November. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/he-gave-me-a-good-feeling-ziyech-reveals-lampard-was-key-to/1ujx8oh9ypf1d1did28ec0l1af">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Ziyech reveals why he chose Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly considering a move for Fiorentina star Federico Chiesa, according to <a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/mercato-psg-vers-une-desillusion-pour-leonardo-avec-cette-pepite-italienne-493230">Le10Sport.</a> Chiesa recently hinted at a potential departure from his boyhood club as he enters the final two years of his contract in the summer. The 22-year-old forward has six goals and five assists in 22 Serie A appearances this season.

PSG consider Chiesa

Jurgen Klopp admits that&nbsp;Barcelona&nbsp;and&nbsp;Real Madrid&nbsp;continue to pose a considerable threat to&nbsp;Liverpool&nbsp;when it comes to retaining the services of key men. The Reds have seen their ranks raided by the La Liga&nbsp;heavyweights in the past, with Luis Suarez and Philippe Coutinho among the more recent stars to have traded life on Merseyside for that in Catalunya. Klopp has no intention of sanctioning sales, with Mohamed Salah and Sadio Mane both linked with moves to Spain,&nbsp;but concedes that it can be difficult for some players to shun the advances of global superpowers outside of&nbsp;England. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/klopp-liverpool-threat-barcelona-real-madrid-mane-salah/1srqaidc8nhc119jfkfm7wcp7m">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Klopp concedes that Barca & Real raids are a threat

Juventus&nbsp;president Andrea Agnelli says the reigning&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;champions have given thought to one day hiring Pep Guardiola.&nbsp; However, he feels it would be difficult for them to land the&nbsp;Manchester City&nbsp;boss&nbsp;due to his apparent happiness in the Premier League. He also insisted that the club are more than satisfied&nbsp;with their progress under Maurizio Sarri, who joined them from&nbsp;Chelsea&nbsp;at the start of the season. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/juventus-president-agnelli-admits-to-considering-guardiola/13mpicag36y8k13fyhn8ctp219">Read the full story right here on&nbsp;Goal!</a>

Juve president admits to considering Guardiola

Arsenal have made an approach for Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey - according to <a href="https://www.libertaddigital.com/deportes/futbol/2020-02-24/el-arsenal-quiere-pagar-la-clausula-de-thomas-y-evitar-la-renovacion-con-el-atletico-1276652851/amp.html?__twitter_impression=true" target="_blank">Libertad Digital</a>. The Gunners have contacted the 26-year-old's agent to make it clear that they are prepared to meet the €50 million (£42m/$54m) release clause in the Ghanaian's current contract. Partey has racked up 23 La Liga appearances for Atletico in 2019-20, scoring two goals.

Arsenal prepared to meet Partey's €50m buy-out clause

Manchester City&nbsp;will avoid a mass exodus of talent this summer even if a two-year&nbsp;Champions League&nbsp;ban is upheld, says Steve McManaman. The Blues have been stung by UEFA sanctions after allegedly breaching Financial Fair Play regulations. Those at the Etihad Stadium are planning to appeal that verdict and intend to grace European competition once again in 2020-21. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/sterling-wont-form-part-of-mass-man-city-exodus-mcmanaman/1py7kec9zm0cr1qugq7sqidz5i" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

‘Sterling won’t form part of mass Man City exodus’ – McManaman

Manchester United&nbsp;should be looking to bring in “goal machine” Edinson Cavani when the summer transfer window opens, says Robin van Persie. The&nbsp;prolific Paris Saint-Germain striker came close to securing a move away from France in January. He was, however, to see the deadline pass with no deal put in place. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/man-utd-should-sign-goal-machine-cavani-van-persie-calls-for-psg-/vhan8m93wnhv1aqmtdpo3e2s0" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Man Utd should sign goal machine Cavani – Van Persie

Arsenal are interested in signing Gent striker&nbsp;Jonathan David - according to <a href="https://www.hln.be/" target="_blank">HLN</a>. Lyon and Ajax are also eyeing the 20-year-old, who is currently valued at around €30 million (£25m/$32m). David has hit&nbsp;22 goals in 32 appearances for Gent across&nbsp;all competitions this season.

Arsenal target Genk forward David

Inter will not prioritising a permanent deal for Alexis Sanchez this summer, claims <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/exclusive-inter-make-preliminary-decision-on-sanchez-after-solsk-97044" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Chilean forward is taking in a season-long loan spell at San Siro but has not done enough to prove his worth.

Alexis no transfer priority for Inter

Everton have joined Premier League rivals Arsenal and Leicester in the race for Lille defender Gabriel, reports <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/sport/everton-join-leicester-and-arsenal-in-race-to-sign-25m-lille-defender-gabriel-ht3mct057?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1582546631" target="_blank">The Times</a>. The 22-year-old is said to have a £25 million ($32m) price tag after impressing in France.

Everton join Arsenal in race for Gabriel

Marc-Andre ter Stegen will not be rushing into signing a new contract at&nbsp;Barcelona, but talks have been held regarding an extension to a deal that still has two years left to run. The Germany international has told Mundo Deportivo: "The intention is to continue. At the moment there are conversations, but loose ones, because there is no hurry on my part." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/ter-stegen-new-barcelona-contract-extension-talks/1reb31nu3g63w1okqrzg3ad4yv" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Ter Stegen won’t rush into new Barcelona contract

Lyon striker Moussa Dembele is keen on making a move to Manchester United in the summer, according to<a href="https://www.skysports.com/transfer-centre" target="_blank"> Sky Sports</a>. The Red Devils remain in the market for another striker and a former Celtic frontman is eager to secure a return to British football.

Dembele keen on Man Utd move

Valencia are in talks to sign Real Madrid&nbsp;central defender&nbsp;Javi Sanchez as a replacement for the injured&nbsp;Ezequiel Garay - according to <a href="https://www.superdeporte.es/valencia/2020/02/21/valladolid-dispuesto-salir-javi-sanchez/442845.html" target="_blank">Superdeporte</a>. The 22-year-old is currently on loan at Real Valladolid, but could move to&nbsp;Mestalla on a temporary deal set to run until the end of the season. A purchase option will also be included in the final agreement, with Valencia set to complete the emergency transfer in the coming days.

Valencia in talks to sign Sanchez as replacement for Garay

Inter striker Mauro Icardi has emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea - according to <a href="https://www.fcinternews.it/esclusive/fcin-icardi-futuro-incerto-leo-vuole-riscattarlo-sondaggi-di-chelsea-e-real-madrid-e-c-e-la-clausola-salah-331266" target="_blank">FCInterNews</a>. The 27-year-old is currently on loan at Paris Saint-Germain, but they have not yet decided whether to take up the option to sign the forward permanently for €65 million (£55m/$70m). Chelsea are now weighing up a summer swoop for Icardi, as Frank Lampard looks to increase his attacking options at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea keen on Icardi

Argentine striker touted for Stamford Bridge switch

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo could both end up joining David Beckham at new&nbsp;MLS&nbsp;franchise&nbsp;Inter&nbsp;Miami, claims&nbsp;Minnesota United&nbsp;manager Adrian Heath. He has told The Mirror: "With his links to both players and the plan Beckham and his backers have in place, I can really only see them going to Miami." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/messi-ronaldo-beckham-miami-mls-boss-heath-superstar/19xumywod7zv7z8rj5vudfl8y" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Messi & Ronaldo could join Beckham in Miami’

Arsenal are prepared to forgive and forget with Matteo Guendouzi, claims <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/matteo-guendouzi-disciplined-second-arsenal-21563972" target="_blank">The Mirror,</a> with a move away from north London not on the cards. The French midfielder has been disciplined by the club of late, leading to him being dropped, but the Gunners see him as part of their long-term future.

Gunners to offer Guendouzi clean slate

Can Arsenal keep star striker?

Bayern Munich have identified Diego Simeone as a primary candidate to become their next permanent manager - according to <a href="https://www.donbalon.com/futbol/laliga/equipo-top-quiere-simeone-fuera-atletico-proximo-verano" target="_blank">Don Balon</a>. The German champions have yet to appoint Niko Kovac's successor, and are eager to begin a new project with the Atletico Madrid boss at the helm. Hans Flick is currently in charge of Bayern's first team, but his interim reign will draw to a close at the end of the season.

Simeone emerges as candidate for Bayern job

West Brom&nbsp;winger Rayhaan Tulloch is the subject of interest from Rangers - according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/west-brom-playing-hardball-over-21561457" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. The 19-year-old is due to become a free agent this summer, at which point the Scottish club will make their move. Tulloch has scored nine goals in 14 Premier League 2 matches for West Brom's U23 side&nbsp;this season.

Rangers set sights on West Brom ace Tulloch

Juventus are ready to launch a bid for Porto defender&nbsp;Tomas Esteves - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/exclusive-juve-ready-for-haaland-revenge-in-race-with-bvb-for-po-68543" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. Borussia Dortmund are also interested in the 17-year-old, but the Bianconeri are determined to beat the German club to his signature. Juve want revenge for missing out on Erling Haaland, who opted to join BVB from Red Bull Salzburg in January.

Juve determined to beat Dortmund in race for Esteves

Barcelona are on the verge of signing&nbsp;Valencia defender Hugo Guillamon - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barcelona-set-to-sign-hugo-guillamon-from-valencia-7860657" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The 20-year-old, who made his debut for Los Ches against Real Sociedad on Saturday,&nbsp;is expected to complete a free transfer to Camp Nou this summer. Guillamon will go straight into Barca's B team set-up, with a view to transitioning into the senior fold at a later date.

Barca close in on Valencia ace Guillamon

Jurgen Klopp says that it is difficult to convince players to come play for a team that is as talented as Liverpool. The manager sees the Reds' success as a blessing and a curse ahead of what could be a busy summer. <a href="http://'We need players who want to be a part of this'">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Klopp: We need players who want to be a part of this

Koke has backed Joao Felix to justify his massive price tag and grow into the footballer everyone expects him to be at Atletico Madrid. The teenager has had ups and downs in his first season in La Liga, but his veteran team-mate has backed him to come good. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/felix-will-be-the-player-everyone-wants-to-see-koke-backs/1gi32m71d6bgg1ijfbjsilf474">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Felix will be the player everyone wants to see' 

Former Italian international Giuseppe Rossi is set to sign with Real Salt Lake, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/IFTVofficial/status/1231728371614310402">Italian Football TV</a>. The striker is set for a medical and will join the MLS club after completing contract negotiations. Rossi was born in New Jersey, but has never played for a club in the U.S.&nbsp;

Rossi set to join RSL

Former Celtic winger Lewis Morgan says he turned down a half-dozen offers from Championship sides to join Inter Miami. Morgan, who has earned two caps with the Scottish national team, is expected to join the likes of Matias Pellegrini, Rodolfo Pizarro and Julian Carranza in leading the Inter Miami attack. “The decision to sign with Inter Miami was about pushing myself and my comfort zone, coming over here and learning a new style of play in a new part of the world and working with a coaching staff that obviously their first language is not English,” Morgan told <a href="https://www.miamiherald.com/sports/mls/inter-miami/article240545981.html">the Miami Herald</a>. “Those were all things I thought would help with my development as a player. So far, I’m finding that to be the case.

Morgan turned down Championship offers for Inter Miami

Thomas Muller has not dispelled speculation that&nbsp;his future at&nbsp;Bayern Munich is still up in the air. The forward endured a difficult start to the season, although he has had a more consistent role in recent weeks. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/muller-says-bayern-contract-will-be-decided-in-the-summer/1scbobce5ryk1i7beas8uv1m3">Read what he had to say on Goal!</a>

Muller future undecided

Wolves, Burnley and Sheffield United are interested in signing Kalvin Phillips according to a report in the <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/wolves-burnley-battle-sheffield-united-21560475" target="_blank">Star</a>. Phillips will hope to be playing Premier League football with Leeds next season, but will have no shortage of takers should Marcelo Bielsa's side fail to gain promotion.

Premier League trio chase Leeds striker

Nicolás Acevedo of Uruguayan side Liverpool is set for a switch to Major League Soccer according to Uruguayan journalist, <a href="https://twitter.com/diegojokas/status/1231676159408115717" target="_blank">Diego Jokas</a>. The highly-rated 20-year-old&nbsp;will join New York City FC ahead of&nbsp;the new MLS season which begins next&nbsp;weekend.

Liverpool midfielder to make MLS move

Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani has admitted that the January transfer window was a difficult period for him, but is now focused on the task in hand with the Ligue 1 leaders. "The winter transfer window? It was very difficult for me," he said. "But I am continuing my adventure in Paris. I am happy and proud to be here, I will give my best until the last day." The Uruguayan forward was linked with a number of clubs including David Beckham's MLS franchise, Inter Miami.

Cavani on 'difficult' January window

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