Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man City to snap up Kylian Mbappe? PSG star had talks with Premier League champions before bombshell announcement

Posted Sunday, February 18, 2024 by Goal.com

Rashford to replace Mbappe at PSG?

Marcus Rashford has reportedly made it to the shortlist of forwards that Paris Saint-Germain will be eyeing to sign in the summer to replace Kylian Mbappe, according to The Times.

The Parisians have a war chest of around £171 million and want someone who can play on the left wing and also as a central striker.

Mbappe to join Man City? PSG star's agent met with PL champions

A representative of Kylian Mbappe met with officials from Manchester City last week, according to reports in Spain.

Chelsea make £80m Toney No.1 striker target as PSG track Osimhen

Chelsea have reportedly earmarked Brentford's Ivan Toney as their number one striker target, with Paris Saint-Germain tracking Victor Osimhen.

Zaha wishes to return to England

Wilfried Zaha, 31, is contemplating a return to the Premier League merely a year after departing Crystal Palace for Galatasaray on a free transfer, as per TalkSPORT. Despite registering 10 goals and five assists in 31 appearances this season, Zaha's tenure in the Turkish Super Lig has left him discontented.

During the January transfer window, Zaha was linked with moves to West Ham and Aston Villa, but he ultimately chose to remain in the Turkish league. However, his dissatisfaction in Turkey has prompted him to seek a potential return to England if the opportunity arises in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Barcelona make De Zerbi their top choice to succeed Xavi

Barcelona want Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi to take over from Xavi when the manager steps down at the end of the season.

Not just Mbappe! Real Madrid could also poach Campos from PSG

Real Madrid could land a double blow on PSG as they look to poach sporting director Luis Campos after landing Kylian Mbappe.

Ancelotti 'not worried' about Mbappe links to Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti remains focused on his team's immediate tasks and refused to delve into speculation surrounding Kylian Mbappe.

He stated, “I see and hear everything but nothing else. I understand that it’s the topic of the day for you but not for us. We have prepared for tomorrow’s game and that’s what we have talked about, not about anything else."

Asked if he was worried about the Mbappe speculation, the Italian replied: "Do you see me worried? I think it’s going to be the same for the next few press conferences, I’m not worried."

PSG might go the distance for Inter's Martinez

Inter Milan forward Lautaro Martinez has emerged as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappe at PSG, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

Talks over a new contract for Martinez with Inter have stalled, raising the possibility of his departure. With an impressive record of 23 goals in 31 games, Martinez is highly regarded as one of the premier strikers globally.

Additionally, PSG are reportedly looking to bolster their midfield by targeting Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and Manchester City's Bernardo Silva.

Milan ready to sell PSG-bound Leao

AC Milan are reportedly ready to sell their star player Rafael Leao in the summer if they receive offers in excess of €100m, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.

Several top European clubs are interested in signing the Portuguese winger including Newcastle United and Paris Saint-Germain who are set to lose Kylian Mbappe at the end of the current season.

Liverpool eyeing move for Leeds United midfielder

According to Football Insider, Liverpool are considering making a move for Leeds United midfielder Archie Gray in the summer. Gray, 17, has been playing regularly for the Championship side this season and has a contract with the club until 2028.