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Posted Monday, April 01, 2024 by Goal.com

Christian Eriksen will be allowed Man Utd

Christian Eriksen will be allowed to leave Manchester United on a permanent transfer this summer, according to the Daily Mirror.

The Dane is now approaching the final year of his Old Trafford contract. The 32-year-old will reportedly become one of the first casualties of the new INEOS regime which will have extra emphasis on signing younger players with Wolves' Joao Gomes among several stars of admiration.

Man Utd eyeing move for Port Vale's Baylee Dipepa

Manchester United are eyeing a move for talented Port Vale forward Baylee Dipepa as Sir Jim Ratcliffe looks to add new talents to the squad.

According to The Sun, United are the frontrunners to secure the 17-year-old forward's signature ahead of the 2024/25 season. The report further claims that the club's new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, plans to sign new young talents to bolster the squad instead of spending heavily on proven stars.

Richard Keys criticizes Xabi Alonso for staying at Leverkusen

Xabi Alonso's decision to snub a move to Liverpool or Bayern Munich has been bizarrely criticised by Richard Keys.

"Never will there be a time again where those jobs will be available to him. He’s got a choice. And never will there be a time where he’s coveted to the degree that he is now, ever again. Instead of taking one of those jobs he’s decided to stay at Bayer Leicester-kusen.

"The reason I describe them as such is because they will never, ever have a season like they’ve had Where does he take them from here? I think he should have had the courage to take one of the jobs that is better than his, but he’s decided to sit safe. And that led me to question the size of his cojones. Now’s the time, is it not? Right now, I think they’ve [Liverpool] have dodged a bullet. Now’s the time, he cannot have a better season at Bayer Leicester-kusen than he’s had."

Chelsea open to selling Conor Gallagher and Reece James

Chelsea are reportedly prepared to sell Reece James and Conor Gallagher this summer due to their ongoing concerns regarding Financial Fair Play rules.

Despite being top performers at Stamford Bridge, The Times have reported that the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital-led club may be ready to approve the sales of James and Gallagher. The sale of the duo would reflect as a total profit in the club's finances due to them being 'homegrown talents.'

Barcelona open to selling Raphinha in the summer

Barcelona want to cash in on Raphinha in the summer despite the winger scoring the winner against Las Palmas recently.

SPORT claims that the Catalan giants will consider selling the player if the right offer arrives in the upcoming summer transfer window. After Ousmane Dembele left for Paris Saint-Germain last summer, Raphinha was promoted as the first-choice right winger by Xavi. However, the Brazil international failed to live up to the expectations as time and again Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres has taken his place in the Barcelona starting lineup.

Liverpool and Chelsea join the race to sign Neves

Manchester United will face competition from fellow Premier League side Liverpool and Chelsea in their pursuit of Benfica defender Joao Neves in the summer, according to O Jogo.

The Red Devils have been long-time admirers of the young midfielder but the 19-year-old has now reportedly attracted interest from the Reds and the Blues. Neves has a release clause of €120 million in his current Benfica contract.

Bayern director denies club's link with Rangnick

Bayern Munich director Max Eberl has denied reports that claimed that the Bundesliga giants are close to appointing former Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick as their new head coach.

Speaking to ZDF, Eberl said, "As much that Antonio Conte is already sending us lists of players he wants us to look for. You can see how diverse the challenges we face are. I won't comment on any names anyway. That's not what I do. We have ideas, we have clear visions. Christoph, I, and the club. We're trying to realize them as quickly as possible."

Man Utd want to sign Port Vale striker Dipepa

According to The Sun, Manchester United are the frontrunners to secure the signature of Port Vale's 17-year-old forward Baylee Dipepa ahead of the 2024/25 season.

United's new co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, plans to sign new young talents to bolster the squad instead of spending heavily on proven stars in the summer.

Brentford ready to sell Toney in the summer

According to journalist Ekrem Konur, Brentford are reportedly ready to sell star striker Ivan Toney in the summer as they want to cash in on the player before he enters the final year of his contract.

Currently several Premier League clubs including long-time admirers Chelsea and Arsenal as well as Newcastle United are interested in signing the England international.

Arsenal, Chelsea find out Gyokeres' price

Portuguese giants Sporting CP have reportedly slapped a £68.5 million ($84.5m) price tag on Arsenal and Chelsea target Viktor Gyokeres, according to the Mirror.

The striker has enjoyed a rich vein of form since joining the club last summer as he has scored 36 goals across all competitions this season.

Bayern director opens up about Nagelsmann joining the club

Bayern Munich director Max Eberl has revealed if the club are planning to approach Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann after the Euro 2024.

Speaking to DPA, Eberl said, "I know that this is of interest to the entire public... I've said often enough that we're exploring our options. I've never commented on a name."

Liverpool favourites to sign Sporting CP defender

According to Fichajes, Liverpool are currently leading the race to sign Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio in the summer.

The Reds are looking to replace Joel Matip, whose contract expires in the summer and are reportedly prepared to trigger the €60 million release clause in the player's contract.

Getafe wants Greenwood to stay back

Getafe are reportedly keen on extending Greenwood's stay at the club as they are impressed with the progress that the English attacker has made this season, according to Ekrem Konur. La Liga giants like Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are also keen on signing the Man Utd loanee next season.