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Cifuentes agent drops big Rangers hint

LAFC midfielder Jose Cifuentes has been linked with a move to Scotland in recent days, with his agent Stefan Jarrin revealing in a recent LinkedIn post that he'd visited the Glasgow club.

That has fuelled talk that Cifuentes, the 24-year-old Ecuadorian international is close to signing a contract with the Ibrox club.

Arsenal linked with Xavi Simons

Arsenal could make a summer swoop for PSV Eindhoven's midfield prodigy Xavi Simons, according to reports.

Dutch media outlet Ed.nl reports that Mikel Arteta is considering replacing the outgoing Granit Xhaka with the 20-year-old PSV starlet, although it's not known how Gunners' interest in Declan Rice factors into that.

Battle to sign Marc Guehi?

Manchester United and Tottenham could battle with Arsenal for the signing of Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi this summer, according to reports.

The Daily Mail and others have made clear the interest in the 22-year-old, who has impressed in two years at Selhurst Park since joining Palace permanently from Chelsea. The Blues could get a big chunk of any deal in a sell-on fee.

Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna says United could sign Guehi to replace Harry Maguire if the club captain departs – still a big if – this summer.

Araujo to Brazilian club

Luiz Araujo is set to bid farewell to MLS and Atlanta United, according to reports.

Breaking and done: #atlutd selling Araujo to Flamengo, per a person with knowledge.
Transfer fee is 8 figures. Araujo will remain with #mls club through June 24 match.

— Doug Roberson (@DougRobersonAJC) May 18, 2023

Bernardo open to move this summer

Could Manchester City's Champions League semi-final hero be playing his final season for the club? PSG are very keen, it seems.

🚨🎙️ Bernardo Silva, asked about a move to PSG:

"My plan is to finish the season well, win the Premier League and then the two finals... Then, this summer, we'll see what happens."

(Source: @RMCsport) pic.twitter.com/pSaDdZOeyr

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) May 18, 2023

Pepi attracting interest from Dutch giants

Ricardo Pepi could well be on the move this summer, after a solid season out on loan at Groninghen from Augsburg.

Dutch media outlet Ed.nl report that talks between Pepi's camp and PSV have already begun and that a bid will soon be lodged. Pepi has previously been linked with the likes of Feyenoord, RB Leipzig and Crystal Palace and Augsburg may choose to cash in after public falling-out between player and club last summer.

Martinez for new United deal

It is being widely reported that Lisandro Martinez will be rewarded for his excellent first Manchester United season with a new and improved contract. Sky Sports and others claim talks have been held with the Argentina centre-back, 25, who is currently out injured but has impressed since arriving from Ajax.

Loftus-Cheek could join Tomori at Milan

Another young English Chelsea player heading to AC Milan to ply his trade in Serie A? It looks very possible.

Understand AC Milan are in concrete talks to sign Ruben Loftus Cheek from Chelsea. He’s priority target to rebuild the midfield. 🚨🔴⚫️ #ACMilan

Loftus Cheek, keen on the move as the negotiation is progressing very well. pic.twitter.com/cypotcvhAz

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 18, 2023

Lucas Moura to leave Spurs

The Brazilian will depart Tottenham Hotspur at the end of the season.

Thank you for the memories, @LucasMoura7 💙

We can confirm that Lucas Moura is to leave the Club at the end of the season following the conclusion of his contract.

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 18, 2023

Brentford find Toney replacement?

Brentford have reportedly identified Coventry City ace Viktor Gyokeres as the ideal replacement for Ivan Toney during the latter's eight-month ban.

According to talkSPORT, the 24-year-old – who has driven the Sky Blues to a place in the play-off final against Luton Town – is of interest to Brentford, who are known for buying from lower leagues.

It's claimed Gyokeres could cost as much as £25million, but it may be necessary with Toney suspended from all football after breaching betting rules.