Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Real Madrid willing to wait for William Saliba

Real Madrid willing to wait for William Saliba

Los Blancos are keen to bring the Frenchman to the Santiago Bernabeu and unite him with compatriot Kylian Mbappe but face tough negotiations with Arsenal. The Gunners are believed to be demanding a hefty fee for their star defender and as a result, Madrid are happy to back off and sign Saliba on a cheaper deal in 2026, or wait until his contract expires in 2027 and bring him in as a free agent.

Tottenham unlikely to sign Mathys Tel on permanent deal

Bayern Munich are worried they will miss out on a financial boost as Tottenham will decide against signing Mathys Tel permanently.

Tel arrived at Tottenham at the end of the winter transfer window and was handed the No. 11 shirt. Tottenham have the option to sign Tel permanently for a fee of €50m (£43m)but do not look like taking it up as the striker is effectively fifth choice now in north London, according to Bild. The striker is described as having been "anything but good" during his time with Spurs and the fear is he's turned into a flop.

Man City working on extending Nico O'Reilly's contract

🚨🔵 Understand Manchester City are progressing in talks over new deal for Nico O’Reilly.

After rejecting approaches from Chelsea in January, initial talks took place with City confident to get it done.

Current deal still long so no rush but City are working to make it happen. pic.twitter.com/nBNYLRf97r

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 11, 2025

Real Betis tie Man City target down to new contract

⚪️🟢🇪🇸 Agreement sealed between Real Betis and talented midfielder Sergi Altimira over new deal.

Contract will be valid until June 2029 with release clause worth €60m.

ℹ️🔵 Altimira was on Man City’s shortlist in January as option for the midfield. pic.twitter.com/8Fo0f3Sryn

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 11, 2025

Tottenham sign former Arsenal CEO as new chief

🚨⚪️ Spurs confirm former Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham will join the Club’s Board as Chief Executive Officer in the summer.

The 44-year-old spent 14 years across different roles with Arsenal and will now join #THFC. pic.twitter.com/nqEjvjYC9H

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 11, 2025

Bayern fear missing out on €50m as Tel flops at Tottenham

Bayern Munich are worried they will miss out on a financial boost as Tottenham will decide against signing Mathys Tel permanently.

Forest interested in Atalanta's Lookman

Nottingham Forest are reportedly preparing to make a move for Atalanta attacker Ademola Lookman ahead of the upcoming transfer window, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.

Lookman, a key figure for the Nigerian national team, appears increasingly likely to part ways with the Serie A club after tensions with head coach Gian Piero Gasperini became public. A bid in the region of £43 million is expected to be sufficient to tempt Atalanta into selling the 26-year-old. Tottenham Hotspur are also said to be monitoring the situation, adding competition for Forest in the pursuit of the versatile forward.

Everton youth coach Micciche set to lead Al-Ahli academy

Dan Micciche, currently part of Everton's development staff, has finalized a deal to become the new head of academy at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli. Micciche brings with him extensive experience from roles at Arsenal's academy and with England's youth teams.

Slot admits Salah's extension will make it easier in the transfer market

Arne Slot admitted that Mohamed Salah's contract extension will make it easier for him to sign new players as Liverpool aim for squad reinforcements.

Roma eye Vieira as potential new manager

AS Roma are reportedly considering former Arsenal skipper Patrick Vieira as a candidate for their managerial role, according to Sky in Italy.

Currently at the helm of Genoa, Vieira has led the club to a respectable 12th-place standing in the league. His progress has not gone unnoticed, prompting interest from Roma's hierarchy. Alongside Vieira, other seasoned tacticians are being assessed. Stefano Pioli, Maurizio Sarri, and Vincenzo Montella are believed to be ahead of the Frenchman in the pecking order, with Vieira currently considered fourth among the shortlisted options.