Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd to activate Cunha's Wolves release clause next week

Man Utd to activate Cunha's Wolves release clause next week

Manchester United are reportedly set to complete the signing of Matheus Cunha from Wolves next week, as they agree to pay his £62.5m release clause.

Sky Sports has now reported that Manchester United are set to trigger the striker's £62.5 million ($83.4m) release clause to sign him this summer.

Why Barca have fallen behind Bayern in race for free agent Tah

Barcelona's hopes of signing Bayer Leverkusen's Tah appear to be slipping away, with Bayern Munich submitting a contract proposal to the centre-back in a bid to strengthen their defence following Eric Dier's departure.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Bayern are pushing to secure a deal for Tah with further talks expected in the coming days. Barcelona are still monitoring the situation, with Hansi Flick keen to reunite with the Leverkusen defender, whom he coached in the German national team. However, Barca's financial situation is continuing to hamper their ability to register new signings and they would need to offload existing players to comply with FFP regulations.

Man Utd warned off Antony return

Manchester United have been warned off welcoming Antony back as the Brazilian forward has "never looked great" in England despite starring elsewhere.

Ex-United coach Rene Meulensteen has told Action Network: “I would not bring him back that is for sure. He never looked great here and the boy’s performances are fueled with the wrong personality. That’s his problem. You can’t compare the Premier League with La Liga. The Premier League is totally different and it’s a total misjudgment from Erik ten Hag, they bring in players that they know (previously) and they don’t necessarily understand the environment they bring them into. It is easy to be the star man in the Dutch league because you can’t compare (the level). I wouldn’t bring him back.”

Martinez offered to Man Utd & Barcelona as Villa exit looms

Emiliano Martinez was visibly emotional during Aston Villa's final home game of the season against Tottenham, leading to widespread speculation about his future at the club. According to D Sports, both Barcelona and Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Martinez, who has been a key figure in Villa's recent success, when the transfer window opens this summer.

Grealish gets brutal transfer advice

Jack Grealish has been told that he "has to leave" Manchester City in the next transfer window as Pep Guardiola clearly "doesn’t like him". That is the brutal verdict being delivered by ex-England international Alan Shearer. The Premier League’s all-time leading goal-scorer has been watching on from afar this season as Grealish has struggled to rediscover his spark at the Etihad Stadium.

Howe admits Isak could secure transfer away from Newcastle

Manager Eddie Howe has hinted that Alexander Isak could exit Newcastle United this summer amid interest from Arsenal and Liverpool.

Speaking to reporters, the English manager said: "I never make those guarantees about any player and it’s not to do with Alex’s future but I’d be foolish to sit here and do anything like that. We want to keep our strongest players, I’ve said that ever since I’ve been here and sat in this seat. We have to try and keep our best players and bring in more good players to make us even stronger because the ambition of the club and everyone connected with the club is long-term success and that’s the only way to get that."

Man Utd closing in on signing Cunha

Per Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United are now very close to signing Matheus Cunha from Wolves. The Brazilian player has accepted the offer and has agreed on personal terms with the Red Devils.

Farioli leaves Ajax after title collapse

Ajax manager Francesco Farioli has left the club after their monumental Eredivisie title race collapse. The club, in an official statement, confirmed: "Francesco Farioli has decided to leave Ajax after careful consideration. The head coach has informed the club's board of his decision."

Liverpool ramp up pursuit of Kerkez

Liverpool are acting swiftly to strengthen their backline following Trent Alexander-Arnold's exit in the summer, as they have reportedly approached Bournemouth to sign their full-back Kerkez, according to Fabrizio Romano. The journalist adds that talks between the two Premier League clubs are advancing and are now discussing the player's transfer fee. The Reds have a personal agreement in place with the defender.

Messi contract extension update as Inter Miami hint at 'very important' news

Inter Miami have hinted that Lionel Messi is a "few weeks" away from agreeing a contract extension, in what is "very important" news for MLS.

Inter Miami boss Javier Mascherano told reporters when asked for an update on Messi’s future: “To sign Jordi for the next two years is important to show stability, and hopefully, in a few weeks we can have some news about Leo. I think it will be very, very important for the club, the fans, and for MLS.”

Cherki's transfer preference revealedFollowing Lyon's 2-0 win over Angers in their final league game of the season, Rayan Cherki had bid goodbye to the French side, hinting that he would leave the club in the summer. Now, GiveMeSport claims that the player's preferred destination is Anfield.

Vlahovic set to leave Juventus

Per Fabrizio Romano, Dusan Vlahovic is all set to leave Juventus this summer as he is unlikely to extend his contract, which runs out in June 2026.

Jeremie Frimpong completes first part of Liverpool medical

Liverpool have not taken long to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold as the Reds are on the verge of completing the transfer of Jeremie Frimpong.

Multiple reports have now suggested that the Reds have reached an agreement with Die Werkself over the €35 million (£29.4m/$39m) transfer of the 24-year-old Dutch international. Additionally, Ben Jacobs has now reported that Frimpong underwent the first part of his medical with the Merseyside club on Sunday and will complete the same on Monday.

Emiliano Martinez approached by Man Utd and Barcelona

Emiliano Martinez has reportedly received ‘offers’ from Manchester United and Barcelona after hinting at an Aston Villa exit.

And according to Argentine TV channel DSports, Martinez has offers from both United and Barca. The Argentine international has also been linked with a Saudi Pro League move, but Ole claims he wants to continue playing in the Champions League – casting doubt on a Middle East transfer