Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Real Madrid to beat Barcelona in race to sign Bernardo Silva from Man City in £50m deal

Posted Sunday, April 21, 2024 by Goal.com

Real Madrid leading race to sign Bernardo Silva

La Liga giants Real Madrid are reportedly leading the race to sign Manchester City star Bernardo Silva in the summer, according to the Daily Star.

The Portugal international has a £50million buy-out clause in his existing contract which Los Blancos are prepared to trigger. However, they will face competition from clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich who are all monitoring the player's situation.

Bayern won't sell Liverpool and Man City target Musiala

According to HITC (via Fichajes), Bayern Munich are unlikely to sell Jamal Musiala in the summer transfer window amid interest from Manchester City and Liverpool.

The youngster has performed impressively for the Bundesliga giants this season having scored 12 goals. The Bavarian club have reportedly informed all the interested clubs that they won't part ways with their star player.

Chelsea defender set to leave the club in the summer

According to Sky Germany, Chelsea defender Ian Maatsen has reportedly informed the club that he wants to leave Stamford Bridge in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Maatsen is currently on loan at Borussia Dortmund where he has performed consistently and he now wants to leave the Blues to get more game time ahead of the 2024/25 season.

De Zerbi could replace Pochettino at Chelsea

According to journalist Rudy Galetti, Chelsea could consider appointing Roberto De Zerbi as Mauricio Pochettino's replacement ahead of the next season.

The Italian manager is likely to part ways with Brighton at the end of the 2023/24 season with clubs like Chelsea and Bayern Munich looking to appoint him as their next manager.

Newcastle sent scout to monitor Chelsea star

According to Chronicle Live, Newcastle United reportedly sent scouts to monitor Conor Gallagher during Chelsea's 4-3 win over Manchester United.

Gallagher, whose contract expires in 2025, has been heavily linked with a move away from the Blues in the upcoming summer transfer window.

Former Wolves boss linked with a move to Milan

Former Wolves and Real Madrid manager Julen Lopetegui is pushing for a move to AC Milan as the Serie A giants look to replace Stefano Pioli, according to Rudy Galetti.

Lopetegui had rejected an offer from Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ittihad earlier this season. He has been linked with a move back to the Premier League, however, the Spaniard wants to head to Italy in the summer.

Bayern chief opens up on Zidane links

Bayern Munich defender Max Eberl revealed that the club are in the final stages of appointing Thomas Tuchel's successor.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Eberl said, "I can say that our search for a new manager is at the final stages. The coach should speak English, not necessarily German." When further asked about Zidane, Eberl added, "I don’t know if he speaks English."

Toney informs interested clubs his salary demands

Outgoing Brentford star Ivan Toney will reportedly demand a salary of £250,000 per week when he joins a new club in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to Caughtoffisde. The English striker has been linked with a move to several top Premier League clubs including Spurs, Chelsea and Arsenal.

Gravenberch could leave Liverpool after just one season

Liverpool Ryan Gravenberch could leave Anfield just one season after joining the club as Galatasaray are reportedly interested in signing him, according to fotoMac. The Dutchman joined the Reds from Bayern Munich last summer but he has failed to establish himself as a regular starter under Jurgen Klopp.

Griezmann set to extend Atletico Madrid stay

Antoine Griezmann is all set to sign a new long-term deal with Atletico Madrid in the coming months, according to journalist Rudy Galetti. The Frenchman's current contract expires in 2026 but the Spanish giants want to keep their star player beyond that.

Napoli eyeing move Man Utd's Amrabat

Reigning Italian champions Napoli are reportedly keen on signing Morocco international Sofyan Amrabat, according to journalist Rudy Galetti.

Amrabat is currently on loan from Fiorentina to Manchester United but the Red Devils are unlikely to make the midfielder's move permanent next season.

Arsenal in race to sign Feyenoord star Gimenez

Arsenal are one of three clubs with a chance of signing Santiago Gimenez from Feyenoord in the summer transfer window.

Bayern could still turn to Rangnick to replace Tuchel!

Bayern Munich could reportedly bring on board Ralf Rangnick to replace Thomas Tuchel as they continue to wait for Xabi Alonso for at least one more year.

Zidane is not on Bayern's wishlist

Zinedine Zidane has not been approached by Bayern Munich regarding the managerial position set to be vacated by Thomas Tuchel at the end of the season, reported ESPN's Julien Laurens.

Zidane, a decorated figure in football management with three Champions League titles under his belt during his tenure at Real Madrid, has been widely speculated to be a leading contender for the role. However, ESPN sources have clarified that there have been no discussions between Zidane and Bayern Munich. The prospects of Zidane's appointment were further spotlighted following Julian Nagelsmann's decision to extend his contract with the German national team until 2026.

Real Madrid ready to wait for Davies until 2025

Real Madrid are willing to exercise patience in their pursuit of Bayern Munich's left-back Alphonso Davies as they aim for a free transfer in 2025, according to a report from Sport.
Bayern Munich acknowledge that Davies is unlikely to renew his contract and risk losing him without a transfer fee. Despite the club's efforts to negotiate with Davies, the player is determined to seek opportunities elsewhere. Madrid are eager to sign Davies but are not ready to fork out more than €40 million, with Bayern reportedly demanding €60 million.