Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd weigh up surprise Ivan Toney swoop to provide competition for Rasmus Hojlund

Posted Thursday, March 28, 2024 by Goal.com

Smith becomes NWSL's best-paid player with new contract

USWNT superstar Sophia Smith has penned a new contract with Portland Thorns which makes her the highest-paid player in the NWSL.

England & Man City legend Houghton reveals retirement plans

Manchester City and England defender Steph Houghton has confirmed that she will retire at the end of the current season.

Man City sweat on Walker fitness ahead of Arsenal showdown

Manchester City may be without Kyle Walker against Arsenal on Sunday due to a hamstring injury. Although it was originally thought the issue was not too serious, but it appears that is not the case.

Man Utd name head of women's football as INEOS begin shakeup

Manchester United will reportedly make a significant change in their sporting structure with Matt Johnson set to join as new head of women's football.

Page wants to continue with Wales

Rob Page, the manager of the Wales national team, has expressed his unwavering commitment to continue leading the squad despite missing out on Euro 2024 qualification.

In response to whether he intends to remain as Wales manager until the World Cup, Page stated emphatically, "Absolutely. With a team in transition and while we're in a transition, we're one kick away from qualifying.

"We've got games in June, Nations League in autumn and then a World Cup qualifying campaign. That's my full focus: building what we've already started and the transition which we're in at this moment in time. "I just know I've got a great group of players, a great staff. We're going on the right staff. And there are younger players to introduce into this group as well. So that's my next aim.

"We haven't got there this time. We have games in June so we can use it to bring in some of the younger players and build on what we've got here. Because they've said it in the changing room and they said it on the pitch: we've got a good group and we're going places. And it's nice to be around."

Karius' fiancee asks him to leave 'inconvenient' Newcastle

Loris Karius' fiancee Diletta Leotta has implored the goalkeeper to leave "inconvenient" Newcastle and find a club in Italy. In an interview with Tuttosport, Leotta said: "I hope he makes the best choice for his career. I live in Milan and so let's say that close to Milan in terms of comfort would be ideal for us."

Man City to part ways with Phillips

Kalvin Phillips is on the brink of departing Manchester City at the end of the campaign, reported ESPN.

Phillips, now 28, sought to reignite his career and secure a spot in the England squad for Euro 2024 by joining West Ham United on loan in January. However, his struggles persisted after his move to London, casting further doubt on his future prospects. Despite City's assertions that Phillips could still feature in their plans, ESPN suggests that a permanent departure is the likelier outcome.

Bayern ready to splash €100m for Barcelona's Araujo

Bayern Munich have set their sights on securing the services of Barcelona's formidable centre-back, Ronald Araújo, with a staggering €100 million bid, as reported by Marca. The Bundesliga powerhouse is one of several clubs vying for the talented defender's signature.

Despite Bayern's aggressive pursuit, Barcelona is determined to retain the services of the Uruguayan international. To ward off potential suitors, Barcelona has extended a lucrative contract offer to Araújo, seeking to prolong his stay at the Camp Nou beyond his current deal, which expires in 2026. The proposed contract extension would bind Araújo to the Blaugrana until 2029.

De Ligt opens up about his future at Bayern

Speaking to Sky Sports, the defender said, "No, I am very happy at FC Bayern. The club and the fans have always given me a lot of love. I feel good now. I am very satisfied now, and hopefully, we can play very good games this season and go very far in the Champions League."

Giroud set to complete LAFC transfer after Euros

According to The Athletic, AC Milan star Olivier Giroud is all set to sign for MLS side Los Angeles FC after the Euro 2024 ends.

Giroud's current contract expires at the end of the current season which means he will join LAFC as a free agent. The Euro 2024 ends on July 14 while the transfer window in America opens four days later.

Kroos set to stay back at Real Madrid

Germany legend Toni Kroos is all set to sign a new one-year deal with Real Madrid that will keep him at the club until 2025, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The club and the player have held direct talks over a new deal and he is now set to put pen on paper soon.

Barcelona to compete with Arsenal for Williams

According to SPORT, Barcelona are set to compete with Arsenal to secure the signature of Athletic Club star Nico Williams in the summer.

The talented youngster has a €50million release clause in his current contract and it remains to be seen if the Catalan giants manage to match the amount amid their existing financial crisis.

Man City set to bear Barca and Real to sign Kimmich

Manchester City are reportedly favourites to land Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich in the summer despite facing competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona, according to Fichajes.

The Bundesliga giants are likely to demand a transfer fee in the region of €60 million if they receive a formal offer during the summer transfer window.

Chelsea join Arsenal in the race to sign Chiesa

Chelsea are all set to compete with Arsenal to secure the signature of Juventus and Italy star Federico Chiesa in the summer, according to Fichajes.

The London clubs could face competition from fellow Premier League side Newcastle United who are also chasing the winger. Chiesa has been linked with a move away from the Bianconeri in the next transfer window.

Chelsea eyeing move for Spain star

According to Football Transfers, Chelsea have reportedly initiated talks with RB Leipzig to sign Spain international Dani Olmo in the summer.

With Conor Gallagher set to be offloaded in the next transfer window, the Blues have identified the Spaniard as a possible replacement for the English star.

Man Utd enter the race to sign Toney

According to Fabrizio Romano (via The Sun), Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Brentford Ivan Toney in the summer as they want to provide competition to Rasmus Hojlund within the squad.

Chelsea and Arsenal have been long-standing admirers of the player and now they have third contender in the transfer race for the English striker.

Real Madrid join race to sign Leny Yoro

Chelsea and Manchester United received a major blow in their pursuit of Lille star Len Yoro as Real Madrid have now reportedly joined the race to sign him, according to the Daily Mail.

Other than the three clubs, European giants like Manchester City, Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also interested in signing the defender in the summer.