Sir Jimm Ratcliffe
Premier League clubs are frantically preparing for June 14 when the summer transfer window opens. Chairman are already lining up deals in time for the 2024/25 campaign, with Manchester United, Chelsea, and Liverpool among the clubs already negotiating with players.
Manchester City are also expected to be busy after landing a fourth straight top flight title. But much of Pep Guardiola’s work this summer will centre around which stars he allows to move, as well as who he brings in.
Speculation also remains rife over a number of managerial positions. It remains unclear as to whether Erik ten Hag will survive the season at Old Trafford, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly keen on bringing in England boss Gareth Southgate after Euro 2024.
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Chelsea urged to look at Oblak
Chelsea have been told to sign Atletico Madrid keeper Jan Oblak this summer.
Former Slovenian international Robert Koren told OLBG:”Jan Oblak has the quality to play in the Premier League, it’s just if he gets the right offer for him and for Atletico Madrid.
“I would love to see him in England and I hope that he will move this summer to one of the clubs. It could be Chelsea. I just hope that he will get the experience of playing in the best league in the world.”
Bayern prepare bid for Fernandes
Bayern Munich have been in contact with Bruno Fernandes over a potential move to Germany.
According to O Jogo, the agent of the Portuguese international has been in contact with Bayern bosses, with Vincent Kompany keen to make him his first signing.
Bruno Fernandes has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich.
Mourinho linked with Lukaku reunion
Jose Mourinho could be set to sign Romelu Lukaku again after taking over at Turkish club Fenerbahce.
Club presidential candidate has told reporters he has already discussed transfer targets with the ‘Special One’, revealing they talked about the prospect of bidding for the 31-year-old. Lukaku has two years left on his deal at Chelsea.
ICYMI: Mbappe signs Madrid deal
Kylian Mbappe has signed a contract to join Real Madrid on a free transfer when his PSG deal expires on June 30.
The 25-year-old has now signed terms with the Champions League winners and will move to Spain when the La Liga transfer window opens on 1 July.
Madrid are expected to announce the deal next week and are set to present the forward to fans before he leaves for Germany and Euro 2024.
Liverpool line-up Leeds winger
Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville is reportedly being targeted by Liverpool.
New boss Arne Slot wants to seal his first transfer deal at Anfield and is keen on his Dutch compatriot, who was crowned Championship Player of the Season in 2024/25.
Summverville, 22, after amassed 19 goals and nine assists for Leeds last season but is expected to leave Elland Road after the club failed to win promotion.
Man Utd chase Wolves star Cunha
Man United are set to bid £60million for Wovles forward Matheus Cunha.
According to The Mirror, Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to offer the 25-year-old a bumper contract and double his wages. The Brazilian international scored 12 times in the Premier League last summer.
Matheus Cunha has been linked with Man Utd.
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