Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Chelsea eye Abraham return

Posted Tuesday, February 28, 2023 by Goal.com

Spurs monitoring Fulham's Solomon

Tottenham are thought to be monitoring in-form Fulham winger Manor Solomon, according to Israeli outlet Y Net.

The Israel international, who is currently on loan from Shakhtar Donetsk, has three goals in his last three matches coming off the bench for the Cottagers, and at 23 years old has already recorded 22 goals and nine assists in 106 appearances during his time at the Ukrainian outfit.

Karius an option for Inter

Newcastle goalkeeper Lorius Karius - who returned to competitive action in Sunday's League Cup final against Manchester United - could be an option for Inter next season.

The reason, FCInterNews.it (via Football Italia) reports, is his girlfriend Diletta Leotta, who works for DAZN Italia and thus could angle a move for the German in the summer.

Inter, meanwhile will be in need of a backup to Andre Onana, as veteran Samir Handanovic is expected to retire at the end of the season.

Arsenal plotting Paqueta swoop

Arsenal are plotting a summer move for West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta, who only joined the Hammers at the start of the 2022-23 campaign.

That's according to a recent report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, who claim Newcastle are also interested. West Ham, meanwhile, won't be willing to let him go cheap, with some reports suggesting the Brazilian would be slapped with a £62m ($74.8m) price tag.

Chelsea eye Abraham return

Sources close to Football Insider have revealed that Chelsea may be considering a shock move for former striker Tammy Abraham, currently of Roma.

The 25-year-old - who shares the same agent as Kai Havertz, which could aid the deal - has £70.5m buy-back option which becomes active in the summer, two years after his departure from west London.

Spurs and Liverpool in battle for Barella

Tottenham are thought to have joined Liverpool in the race for Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella, as per Italian outlet Calciomercatoweb.

Both sides find themselves in desperate need of midfield reinforcements given their respective injury woes, although Spurs may have the upper hand should they secure Champions League football at the expense of their Merseyside counterparts.

Dier close to new Spurs deal

Talks are ongoing between Tottenham and Eric Dier over a new deal, with Football Insider (via The Boy Hotspur) reporting that both parties are keen to get an agreement reached quickly.

Dier's current contract runs until 2024 but is considered a "key player" in Antonio Conte's side, who is thought to be a big admirer of the 29-year-old.

West Ham join race for Kossounou

West Ham are reportedly in the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Odilon Kossounou, according to recent information from The Sun.

Kossounou is thought to be interested in a move away from the Bundesliga club and, with Angelo Ogbonna yet to sign a new deal with The Hammers, they could turn to the 22-year-old as defensive backup.

Barca eyeing Alvarez swoop

Spanish outlet SPORT are reporting that Barcelona have already enquired about Manchester City's Julian Alvarez.

Despite scoring 10 goals in all competitions for Pep Guardiola's side this season, the Argentina star is reportedly "concerned" about his current status at the club and could seek a summer exit.

Golovin signs new Monaco deal

Ligue 1 side Monaco have announced that midfielder Aleksandr Golovin has extended his contract with the club, where he will now stay until 2026.

Having made his debut back in 2018, the 26-year-old is now Monaco's longest-serving player, totalling 23 goals and 23 assists in 166 appearances for the Principality club.

Bakayoko extends PSV contract until 2026

19-year-old forward Joan Bakayoko has extended his stay at PSV until 2026, the club have confirmed.

The youngster is enjoying a breakout season in the first team having come up from the Jong PSV youth side. Bakoyoko appeared content with his latest career milestone, telling the club's website: "This shows that the club has confidence in me. I am immensely proud."

Nabil Fekir's season over due to ACL injury

Nabil Fekir has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in his left knee and has been ruled out for the remainder of the season by Real Betis.

The club confirmed the unfortunate news via Twitter, in what is another injury blow to the man who has consistently been linked with a move to Arsenal and Liverpool in previous years.

Fekir came close to signing for Liverpool in 2018, before a failed medical due to a knee issue resulted in the deal collapsing.

Juventus to trigger contract extension for Sandro

Juventus have decided to renew the contract of full-back Alex Sandro for another season, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.

The Brazilian's current deal was set to expire this summer, but it is now expected that he will spend a ninth season with the Old Lady.

PSG potting mega-money swoop for Barcelona defender

Paris Saint-Germain have opened talks over the potential signing of Barcelona's Ronald Araujo, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.

They claim that Barcelona view the defender as untouchable, but PSG could come in with an offer they cannot refuse. The starting price is expected to be €90m.

Arsenal want Chelsea star next summer

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reportedly wants to reunite with former Manchester City and current Chelsea attacker Raheem Sterling according to 90min.

Sterling, who joined the Blues last summer, does not have any plans to leave the club after just one year, but Arteta, who is known to be an admirer of the player, wants to launch a bid next season.

Liverpool eyeing move for Chelsea midfielder

Liverpool are monitoring the contract situation of N'Golo Kante at Chelsea and could make a move to sign him next season according to Football Insider.

Kante's current contract expires at the end of the season and Chelsea are reportedly planning to offer him a new one-year contract with an option for further 12 months.

Liverpool could offer Diaz in a swap deal for Milan star

The Portuguese winger is yet to sign a new deal with the club and his current contract expires in 2024. The player has a release clause of €150m but the Reds are planning to offer a lesser amount and send Luis Diaz in exchange for Leao.