Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal eye £60m Guimaraes in summer

Posted Saturday, March 15, 2025 by Goal.com

Liverpool eyeing Koulierakis as Schlotterbeck alternative

Liverpool have reportedly identified Wolfsburg's Konstantinos Koulierakis as a potential signing for their defensive reinforcements this summer. With the club actively seeking to bolster their backline, the 21-year-old has emerged as an intriguing alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Nico Schlotterbeck, according to German outlet BILD.

Reports suggest that the Greece international could be available for around €15 million - considerably less than what Liverpool would likely have to pay for Schlotterbeck.

Palace in advanced talks over new Hughes deal

Crystal Palace are reportedly in the final stages of negotiations with midfielder Will Hughes over a contract extension.

According to Football Insider, talks between Palace and Hughes have progressed well, with both parties optimistic about reaching an agreement. The midfielder has been a key figure in the squad, and the club sees him as an important part of their plans moving forward.

AC Milan opt against permanent deal for Felix

AC Milan has reportedly decided not to pursue a permanent move for Joao Felix, leaving his future uncertain, according to Calciomercato. Milan had an option to secure his services for a fee in the region of €41m-€45m, but recent developments suggest the club will not activate the clause.

Arteta 'doesn't have the personality' to work with 'big players'

William Gallas has questioned if Mikel Arteta has the "personality" to manage a "big player" such as striker Victor Osimhen.

Isak focused on Newcastle ambitions, contract talks postponed

Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak has expressed confidence in achieving his career goals at the club but has opted to delay discussions on a contract renewal until the summer. Isak, 25, will still have three years left on his current contract by the end of the campaign. Despite this, the club is eager to secure an extension to further cement his place in their long-term plans.

"I'm not really thinking about the summer," Isak said, when asked about whether he was open to signing a new deal. "That will probably be a talking point once the season finishes, but we will really see because no talks have been held yet.

"Really, about my future, it is not really something I think about. During a season I just focus on the job and it's probably the worst time to think about anything else. All of our focus is just on Sunday, doing good and hopefully bringing the trophy back to Newcastle."

Arsenal eye £60m Guimaraes in summer

Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Arsenal eye £60m Guimaraes in summer

Arsenal are reportedly planning an ambitious transfer window, with Bruno Guimaraes emerging as a key target. The club's new sporting director, Andrea Berta, is expected to oversee a major squad overhaul, and the Newcastle United midfielder is among the top priorities, according to The Sun.

Reports suggest that if the Magpies fail to secure Champions League football, Guimaraes would be available for a £60 million transfer fee due to a pre-existing agreement.

'I want Virgil here!' - Slot makes public plea to Liverpool board

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has voiced his desire to tie down Reds captain Virgil van Dijk to a new contract with his deal up this summer.

Man Utd and Arsenal want Nottingham's Gibbs-White

Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly planning to go head-to-head with each other over the deal to sign Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White, as per Caught Offside.

Caught Offside state that Amorim's side have expressed a firm interest in Gibbs-White after being impressed by his performances this season and could make a formal approach to hire him this summer. The report say that Man Utd aren't the only club interested in him as Arsenal are also considering making a move for him. Additionally, Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City are in this race as well.

Ancelotti eyed up by Chelsea if Maresca flops

Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a surprise move for a new manager as they're not entirely convinced by the job Enzo Maresca has done this season.

That's according to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, who state that Chelsea are eyeing an ambitious move to re-hire their former manager Carlo Ancelotti. It remains to be seen if Ancelotti would be keen on this very different kind of Chelsea project, but Fichajes state that the west London giants hope to offer him a huge deal to win him over.