Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Liverpool & Chelsea join PSG in €200m Vinicius Junior battle

Posted Friday, April 05, 2024 by Goal.com

Chelsea, Liverpool and PSG interested in Real Madrid's Vinicius

With the incoming signing of Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid could see Vinicius Junior leave with multiple clubs interested in the Brazilian.

With Vinicius Jr. in their sights, Chelsea, Liverpool, and PSG are willing to shell out serious amounts of cash to sign him this summer as per El Debate. The aforementioned teams are willing to take advantage of Mbappe's arrival by making a move for the Brazilian superstar since they think it may cause an ego clash in the locker room. Therefore, PSG and the two Premier League heavyweights would be willing to give Vinicius a way out with a whopping €200 million (£171m/$217m) bid.

Thiago Motta's agent label Liverpool links 'interesting'

Thiago Motta's agent has potentially thrown the Bologna coach's hat into the ring to replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager.

Speaking to TMW Radio, Canovi said: "The situation of the big names? The confirmation of Xabi Alonso at Bayer Leverkusen has opened up several important candidatures for Liverpool and Bayern Munich. And there’s Barcelona. They are three interesting and very coveted benches right now."

He added: "At the moment the only fact is that Motta has an expiring contract with Bologna. Will he stay at Bologna? I can’t say, because I have no negotiations with anyone. You can’t talk about things that aren’t in place."

Man Utd set sight's on Wolves centre-back Max Kilman

Manchester United have put Wolves captain Max Kilman on a shortlist of centre-backs for the summer transfer window, according to The Times [via Sky Sports].

United have reportedly made signing a defender and a striker their top priorities this summer and Kilman is of interest with the club having sent staff to watch him on more than one occasion. The report claims there has been no contact between the two clubs over a potential transfer but Wolves would be reluctant to let the 26-year-old depart. Kilman signed a new five-year deal at Wolves until 2028 last summer amid interest from Napoli.

‘He’s always asking me’ - Felix reveals Silva Barcelona talks

Joao Felix revealed that Bernardo Silva enquires about Barcelona, as he claimed that the Manchester City man would be his number one transfer target.

"If I were (Sporting Director) Deco for a day, I would sign Bernardo Silva without a doubt," Felix said.

Fletcher twins sign professional contracts with Man Utd

Manchester United have made a significant move by offering first professional contracts to twin brothers Jack and Tyler Fletcher. The 17-year-old siblings are the sons of former Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher.

Jack and Tyler, who previously played for local rivals Manchester City, have impressed United's coaching staff since their arrival last year. The club has now rewarded their talent and potential by offering them full professional terms.

Jack Fletcher currently represents England at the youth level in international football, while his brother Tyler has chosen to represent Scotland, their father's birthplace, on the international stage.

City escape relegation threat as PL plan radical rule change

The Premier League is reportedly planning radical changes to FFP rules, which would see Manchester City escape the threat of relegation.

Ferdinand wants Rashford to leave Man Utd

Rio Ferdinand, the former Manchester United defender, believes that Marcus Rashford may need to consider leaving Manchester United to rejuvenate his career. Rashford, who has struggled for form this season, scoring only eight goals in 36 appearances amidst Manchester United's inconsistent performances, is facing scrutiny not only for his on-field struggles but also for his off-field lifestyle.

“I think it’s a pivotal moment in his career now, he’s not a kid anymore,” Ferdinand told Sky Bet’s Stick to Football podcast.

“I think there’s a big decision to make, from him. He’s got to look at who’s around him, who are the external people? Are they the right people? Are they enabling him to make excuses for himself behind closed doors? Or are they saying ‘look at yourself and be accountable for what you are doing’? He needs to look at that, own that and make big decisions.

“When I left West Ham (for Leeds) I could have gone to Chelsea, that’s probably a club I would have preferred to go to at the time. But the reason I went to Leeds was it was out of London and the external people around me, I needed to get away from. He might need to go ‘you know what, I’ll get rid of them and stay in Manchester, or I’ve got leave Manchester and get rid of those people’.”

Inter & Juve target Sampdoria youngster Leoni

Sampdoria's teenage defender, Giovanni Leoni, has caught the attention of Serie A powerhouses Internazionale and Juventus, according to reports from Calciomercato.

Since joining Sampdoria in January, the 17-year-old has made a significant impact, impressing with his performances on the pitch. His rise has not gone unnoticed, with several clubs in Serie A closely monitoring his progress.

While Leoni reportedly harbours dreams of playing in the Premier League, he might have to remain contend within Italy's top flight for the time being. The clubs are said to be considering making a move for the talented defender during the summer transfer window.