Fiorentina striker Moise Kean has emerged as a transfer target for north London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, while Atlético Madrid are looking to replace Antoine Griezmann with Jean-Philippe Mateta. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– In-form Fiorentina striker Moise Kean could be set for a return to the Premier League, with both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur reported to be weighing up moves. Kean, 24, previously had an unsuccessful spell at Everton, scoring only two goals in 32 Premier League appearances. But since moving to Fiorentina from Juventus last summer he has been rejuvenated, netting 15 Serie A goals — only Mateo Retegui of Atalanta has scored more (20). Tuttosport reports that Kean has a release clause of just €52 million, which makes him a very attractive option in today’s transfer market.
– Juventus are planning a double move for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali and Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, who is on loan at Galatasaray, according to Gazzetta dello Sport. Juve sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli is reported to have already begun work on the deals, with Tonali, 24, a “dream” option. The Bianconeri are also preparing talks with Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis over a move for Osimhen, who has a release clause worth in the region of €80 million for clubs outside of the Serie A. The 26-year-old Nigeria international has scored 22 goals in 22 appearances.
– Atlético Madrid are interested in a move for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta, reports TeamTalk. The Spanish club have identified the 27-year-old as a potential replacement for Antoine Griezmann, who is set to enter the final year of his contract at the Wanda Metropolitano. The Eagles are expected to consider offers for Mateta if he doesn’t sign a new deal, with “several” teams keeping close tabs on his situation amid promising recent form, during a spell in which he has contributed to 11 goals in 24 Premier League matches. The Sun, meanwhile, claims John Textor wants Mateta to join Lyon — Textor is a major shareholder in both Lyon and Palace.
– Talks are ongoing between Barcelona and the representatives of winger Ansu Fati over a potential exit in the summer, according to Sport. The Blaugrana do “not understand” why the 22-year-old didn’t accept a move away from Camp Nou in January, despite struggling to garner regular starts under manager Hansi Flick. Ansu wasn’t named in Barca’s squad on Sunday as they enjoyed a 4-1 victory over Sevilla.
– Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic will be moved on to make room for the permanent signing of on-loan Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani, according to Calciomercato. The 25-year-old Serbia star is set to be offloaded imminently as the Bianconeri look to evolve their squad. Kolo Muani continued his impressive start to life in the Serie A on Friday with a brace in the 2-1 league win over Como, making it five goals from his first three matches.
OTHER RUMORS
– A deal has been agreed between Santos and Benfica for forward Benjamín Rollheiser. The 24-year-old is set to join the Brasileirao club for €11m plus a clause that entitles Benfica to 15% of any future transfer fee. (UOL)
– Everton‘s summer rebuild be based around young, British stars, spearheaded by new boss David Moyes. (Football Insider)
