Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Bayern Munich & Chelsea target Aaron Ramsdale as doubts emerge over Arsenal goalkeeper's future

Posted Wednesday, September 20, 2023 by Goal.com

Barcelona have to shell out €20m to sign Vermeeren

Barcelona is considering signing Arthur Vermeeren from Royal Antwerp, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Vermeeren, an 18-year-old midfielder, has recently come under the radar of Barcelona, with the club scouting him on three different occasions. However, to acquire Vermeeren, Barcelona will need to fork out a transfer fee of €20 million.

It's noteworthy that Borussia Dortmund is also reportedly interested in Vermeeren, adding competition to Barcelona's pursuit of the talented player.

Kane opens up on reported Man Utd interest

Harry Kane says that he is "really happy" to have signed for Bayern but acknowledged Manchester United's interest ahead of the Champions League clash.

"My focus is on here (Bayern Munich). Manchester United are a great club, a really big club as well. I just decided to come here and am really happy I have," he said.

Brentford striker Toney could leave, admitted Frank

Brentford's manager, Thomas Frank, has acknowledged the possibility of star striker Ivan Toney leaving the club in January.

Toney, who recently returned to training after serving a ban for betting breaches, is set to remain suspended from playing until January 16.
“I think every club in the world is a selling club except five or six clubs," Frank told Sky Sports. "We are a selling club if the right price is there and I think it’s the right time for the players to go.

“That’s not my decision, that would be down to [director of football] Phil [Giles] or [chairman] Matthew [Benham] in the end. But I think if players have developed well with us and been on the journey, and they’ve proven good enough to go to the top clubs, then I think it’s the right thing, if we get the right price.

“I understand why there are a lot of rumours out there about him [Toney]. For me, I think he’s one of the best strikers. As a No. 9, I don’t see many out there in the world who are better. Imagine him in a top team. He could easily score 20, 25 goals. I think he’s composed, a good finisher, a top mentality, so I understand why clubs are looking at him.

“But he’s a Brentford player now. And with today’s market and the prices for No. 6 position players, when we all know goal scorers and strikers are the most expensive ones, I guess that would be very expensive - unless it’s changed that you pay more for a No. 6 than a striker.”

Chelsea have their eyes on Club Brugge wonderkid

Chelsea are interested in signing Club Brugge wonderkid Antonio Nusa and could get him in 2024, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

In his column for Caughtoffside, Jacobs wrote, "All manner of names were considered by Chelsea in addition to those players offered. Club Brugge striker Antonio Nusa was one talent Chelsea really liked, but the 18-year-old didn’t want to move until 2024."

West Ham set to offer new deals to three players

West Ham United are all set to offer new contracts to three of their players in the coming week, according to Caughtoffside.

Jarrod Bowen, Michail Antonio and Vladimir Coufal are set to be offered new long-term deals. Bowen was recently linked with a move to Liverpool.

Liverpool target Valverde addresses transfer away from Real

Federico Valverde, who was linked with a move to the Premier League in the summer, recently addressed the rumours about his transfer away from Real Madrid.

Speaking to reporters, the Uruguayan said, "Premier League offers? I have the possibility of playing for Real. The day I don't feel like that, I will probably look for another solution or Real itself will look for one for me."

Chelsea eyeing move for Valencia goalkeeper Mamardashvili

Chelsea are keen on signing Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili in January, according to a report from 90 min.

After bringing in Robert Sanchez from Brighton this season, Mauricio Pochettino wants further reinforcement, although, Kepa Arrizabalaga will return from his loan spell at Real Madrid next season. While the Blues want the Valencia custodian as early as January, they might have to wait until next season as the Spanish club are unlikely to let a key player leave in the middle of the season.

Nagelsmann set to become new Germany manager

DFB are all set to appoint Julian Nagelsmann as the new manager of the German national team, according to Bild.

Nagelsmann, who is still under contract with Bayern Munich, is set to terminate his deal in order to join the national team. He will accept a huge pay cut in the process as he will now earn €4m in wages as the Germany manager compared to the €20m which he would have received from his previous contract with the Bundesliga champions which was valid until 2026.