Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd make first offer of £35m for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite

Posted Saturday, June 15, 2024 by Goal.com

Man Utd could bid for Bayern Munich's Dutch ace

Manchester United are reportedly considering a bid for Bayern Munich ace Matthijs de Ligt as Erik ten Hag finally begins his summer rebuild.

Bayern handed boost as Fulham identify Palhinha replacement

Fulham have identified Kalvin Phillips as a potential replacement for midfielder Joao Palhinha which could mean that Bayern Munich have their paths cleared to get the Portuguese midfielder.

Bayern accept Davies could leave for free amid Real links

Real Madrid could reportedly sign Alphonso Davies as a free agent next summer as extension talks stall with Bayern Munich.

Everton set £50m price tag for Arsenal target Onana

Arsenal have made an enquiry about Everton's central midfielder, Amadou Onana, according to Liverpool Echo.

Manager Mikel Arteta has long admired the Belgian international, who has frequently been linked with a move to the Gunners. The club has now taken concrete steps to act on that interest by contacting Everton regarding a potential transfer. Everton would be seeking a fee of at least £50 million for the 22-year-old midfielder.

Arsenal ace seeks exit amid interest from several PL outfits

Arsenal star Reiss Nelson has reportedly handed in a transfer request amid interest from Crystal Palace, West Ham, Nottingham Forest and Fulham.

Man Utd submit a paltry £35m initial offer for Branthwaite

Manchester United have made an opening offer of £35m ($44m) for Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite after having already agreed to personal terms with the defender.

BVB appoint Sahin to replace Terzic as head coach

Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the appointment of Nuri Sahin as the club's new head coach following the exit of Edin Terzic.

Real Madrid shortlist Lunin's backup

Real Madrid are closely monitoring Espanyol goalkeeper Joan Garcia, with Diario AS reporting that the Spanish giants are considering him as a potential second-choice keeper should Andriy Lunin depart this summer.

Garcia, 23, has been impressive for Espanyol, especially in recent crucial fixtures. He started in Espanyol's 0-0 playoff semifinal draw with Sporting Gijon on Thursday, a result that secured their spot in the final and kept their hopes of promotion to LaLiga alive.

Garcia's rise to the first team came in March after an injury to Espanyol's first-choice goalkeeper, Fernando Pacheco. Since then, Garcia has delivered strong performances, which have not only caught the attention of Real Madrid but also several Premier League clubs.

Fulham may target Kalvin Phillips if Palhinha moves to Bayern

According to GiveMeSport, Fulham could look to Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips, as a possible summer replacement for midfield standout Joao Palhinha.

Bayern Munich made a £30 million offer for the Portuguese hardman, but Marco Silva's team rejected it. The German team is anticipated to come back with an offer more in line with their £60 million value. If the Portuguese midfielder does make the move to Allianz Arena, Phillips will be atop the Cottagers

Tottenham Hotspur submit £42 million Takefusa Kubo bid

Tottenham Hotspur are rumoured to have made a £42 million offer for Real Sociedad winger Takefusa Kubo.

TEAMTalk claims as much, despite the fact that the bid is less than his £50 million release clause. Ange Postecoglou is rumoured to be prepared to make another proposal, closer to Kubo's release clause, if Spurs' original offer is turned down. Following an outstanding La Liga season, Aston Villa is rumoured to be interested in the Japanese sensation as well.

Everton may play hardball in Brathwaite-Man Utd deal

Manchester United may have agreed on personal terms with Jarrad Branthwaite, however, they may face challenging negotiations with Everton over their star player.

According to The Daily Mail, conversations over the centre-back are unlikely to be uncomplicated, despite Everton's financial concerns. The Toffees are expected to want a cost of around £70 million and a preferred payment plan, while United would seek a discount to continue improving Erik ten Hag's team elsewhere.