Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea finalise Mauricio Pochettino deal - but he won't take over for Frank Lampard right away

Posted Sunday, May 14, 2023 by Goal.com

Aston Villa and Newcastle tracking Abraham

Tammy Abraham Rom

According to Fichajes, Aston Villa and Newcastle United are interested in making a move for AS Roma forward Tammy Abraham.

AS Roma are open to entertaining offers starting at £40m, claims the report, with Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool, and Manchester United interested in Abraham.

Chelsea finalise Pochettino appointment (Romano)

Chelsea have come to an agreement with former PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino and will make him their manager for next season, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Until then, interim coach Frank Lampard will continue to take charge of the Blues.

Chelsea are now set to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as new head coach, here we go! Full agreement in place as expected. 🚨🔵 #CFC

Pochettino has accepted all conditions of long term deal — it will be signed and completed soon after negotiation very advanced since April. pic.twitter.com/nI3f0oJ6jJ
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 13, 2023

Bayern want Mazraoui and Pavard to stay

Bayern director Hasan Salihamidžić: “Mazraoui will stay with us — he’s got great class”, told Sport1 🔴 #FCBayern

“We would love to keep also Benjamin Pavard. We're currently in talks with him and his management”, added to @kicker. pic.twitter.com/WR4M8Ikcdt
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 13, 2023

AC Milan interested in Morata

Morata

According to Fichajes, AC Milan are keeping tabs on Atletico Madrid forward Alvaro Morata as an option to rejuvenate their attack next season.

Morata is seen as an ideal candidate by AC Milan due to his prior experience in Serie A with Juventus which would make him adapt quickly.

Manchester United enter the race for Gravenberch

Ryan Gravenberch FC Bayern

According to Football Insider, Manchester United are considering a move for Bayern Munich midfielder Ryan Gravenberch in the summer.

As per the report, manager Erik ten Hag likes his profile, but they will have to compete with rivals Liverpool and Manchester City for Gravenberch.

Dujon Sterling to join Rangers

Chelsea defender Dujon Sterling will join Rangers after his contract expires at the end of the season.

According to Football Insider, Sterling will sign a four-year deal with Rangers till 2027.

Marotta confident Bastoni will extend

Inter CEO Marotta: “I’m sure Bastoni will accept our proposal to extend contract, I’m confident to reach an agreement”, tells Milano Football Week. 🔵🇮🇹

“Dzeko out of contract in June? We’ve to decide together with Edin about his future”. pic.twitter.com/p8WiAz9xB0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 13, 2023

Real Madrid want €80m for Tchouameni

Tchouaméni, Real MadridReal Madrid

As per El Nacional, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez will only let go of midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni for a fee of €80 million.

Liverpool is reportedly interested in the French midfielder who has seen reduced playing time at Real Madrid this season and could move to new pastures next season.

Chelsea ready to break the bank for Caicedo

Moises Caicedo Brighton

According to Fichajes, Chelsea are preparing a large bid of €80 million to sign Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo in the summer.

Chelsea have been tracking Caicedo since the start of the year and will make an aggressive push to sign him when the next transfer window begins.

Arsenal have their eyes on Crystal Palace star

Wilfried Zaha Crystal Palace

Arsenal are interested in signing Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha in the summer according to Football Insider.

Zaha becomes a free agent next season after his contract expires and while Crystal Palace remain keen on offering him a new deal, the winger is yet to commit his future.