Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Barcelona ready to put up Pedri on the market

Posted Wednesday, March 06, 2024 by Goal.com

Revealed: How much Orlando Pride are paying for Banda

Orlando Pride have reportedly secured the services of Zambian forward Barbra Banda from Chinese outfit Shanghai Shengli for a near-record transfer fee.

Arsenal ready to extend Nwaneri's contract

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Barcelona ready to put up Pedri on the market

Arsenal is poised to offer forward Ethan Nwaneri a groundbreaking contract, as per reports from Football Insider.

It's reported that Arsenal intends to finalize the contract on Nwaneri's birthday, March 21, marking a milestone in his young career. His potential has led to interest from Manchester City and Chelsea, indicating the calibre of talent he possesses.

Orlando Pride set to sign Banda from China's Shanghai Shengli

Barbra Banda, the prolific Zambian striker, is set to join Orlando Pride in a deal that could potentially break records in terms of transfer fees, salary, and bonuses, according to CBS Sports.

Banda's achievements speak volumes about her talent and impact. During Olympic qualifiers, she became the first Zambian player, male or female, to score 50 international goals since Godfrey Ucar Chitalu.

Barca identify Amorim as No.1 replacement for outgoing Xavi

Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim appears to be in high demand this summer, with Barcelona earmarking him as the man to replace the outgoing Xavi.

Man Utd identify top target for head of recruitment role

Manchester United are reportedly looking to raid Crystal Palace to get Dougie Freedman for the head of recruitment position at Old Trafford.

Barcelona ready to put up Pedri on the market

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Barcelona ready to put up Pedri on the market

Barcelona may entertain offers for midfielder Pedri during the upcoming summer transfer window, according to AS.

With Barcelona facing financial constraints and amidst their need to balance their books, they are considering parting ways with some high-profile players. Pedri, despite having a contract until 2026, could be among those players due to his injury history. Although his release clause stands at €1 billion, it's unlikely that any club would pay a significant fee for a player who has spent considerable time on the sidelines.

Newcastle set sights on Kelly

Newcastle United are in discussions with Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly regarding a possible free transfer, as reported by the Daily Mail.

Kelly, 25, is set to become a free agent at the conclusion of the current season, presenting an opportunity for Newcastle to bolster their squad without incurring a transfer fee.

His potential acquisition is viewed as a strategic move to address the impending departure of Jamaal Lascelles, whose contract is also set to expire in the summer.

Leverkusen likely to demand transfer fee for Xabi Alonso

According to journalist Christian Falk, Xabi Alonso has not made any decision about his future. Bayern Munich have been linked with a move for the manager, although the reigning champions are yet to initiate talks with the Spaniard.

Liverpool are also in the race who look to replace outgoing Jurgen Klopp in the summer. Bayer Leverkusen are likely to demand a transfer fee for their manager.

Haaland fuels Real Madrid transfer talk

Manchester City goal machine Erling Haaland hinted that he could leave the club in the future amid Real Madrid links.

Speaking to journalist Sam Lee, the Norwegian said, "I'm really happy, especially with the people I'm surrounded by. The manager, the directors, the board, I am really happy I have to say. I say this now, it will probably be a massive headline, tomorrow you never know what the future brings but I am happy. You can write this but you also have to write everything I said before. I am happy."

Man City to beat Liverpool in signing Bayern star

According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Manchester City are likely to beat Liverpool in the race to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich in the summer.

Speaking to Caughtoffside, Jacobs said, "Arguably the most concerning potential exit for Bayern is Joshua Kimmich, who has endured a tough season and is heading into the final year of his contract. Bayern’s new director of sport, Max Eberl, will hold talks with the player. Kimmich is open to moving to the Premier League. Manchester City are exploring a move for him and believe he could gel well with Rodri. Liverpool have also been linked but there’s nothing advanced there to date. Barcelona are another club long-linked with Kimmich."

Ancelotti opens up on his future at Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti has spoken about his future with Real Madrid as he claimed he is happy to continue as Los Blancos manager.

Speaking to reporters, the Italian said, "I love my job and I love it at Real Madrid, I love to manage things here — happiness and difficult moments. I’m very happy because I’m at the best club in the world."

Arsenal remain interested in €80m-rated Bologna striker

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Arsenal are still interested in signing Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee who is likely to cost €80m.

The report also suggests that with Manchester United paying a massive fee to sign Rasmus Hojlund from Atalanta has now prompted Bologna to charge a similar for their young striker.

Ortega set to leave Man City next season

Second-choice Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega is likely to leave the club in the summer as he wants to play first-team football regularly, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg.

The Cityzens are set to enter into contract talks with the German custodian as Pep Guardiola rates him very highly.