Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea in talks over move for €100m-rated Ekitike



Posted Thursday, May 22, 2025 by Goal.com

Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Chelsea in talks over move for €100m-rated Ekitike

Revealed: Conte's long list of demands to stay on at Napoli

Antonio Conte has issued a list of demands to the Napoli board if he is to stay on as coach next season.

Bayern could lose two key coaching staff members

Bayern Munich and head coach Vincent Kompany could lose two key members of the coaching staff just days after reclaiming their Bundesliga throne.

Chelsea in talks over move for €100m-rated Ekitike

Chelsea are reportedly in talks over a move for €100m-rated (£84m/$113m) Hugo Ekitike, with Frankfurt hitman high on the shortlist.

De Bruyne rules OUT staying in England

Kevin De Bruyne will continue his career abroad after deciding against joining another Premier League side this summer, after leaving Manchester City.

Arsenal to rival Chelsea! Gunners step up Rodrygo interest

Arsenal have emerged as contenders to sign Rodrygo from Real Madrid after GOAL reported Chelsea are lining up an offer for the Brazilian.

PSG pursue rising star Mastantuono

Paris Saint-Germain have joined the list of clubs showing strong interest in highly-rated teenager Franco Mastantuono, according to Sky Germany. The 17-year-old sensation from River Plate is now firmly on the radar of the Ligue 1 giants as they look to bolster their midfield with emerging talent.

Initial conversations have reportedly been held, with PSG sporting advisor Luis Campos playing a leading role. Campos is understood to be a major admirer of Mastantuono’s potential and sees him as a valuable long-term investment for the club’s evolving project.

Liverpool eye Lyon wonderkid Fofana as Diaz pushes for Barca move

Lyon prodigy Malick Fofana has caught the eye of Liverpool, who want to sign the youngster as Luis Diaz continues to push for a move to Barcelona.

Mourinho's Fenerbahce eye Hojlund swoop

Fenerbahce are stepping up negotiations to sign Rasmus Hojlund on loan from Manchester United.

Luiz wanted by Nottingham Forest this summer

Nottingham Forest are interested in signing Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz this summer, per the Daily Mail.

Miami sign backup goalkeeper Yarbrough through end of 2025

Inter Miami have announced the signing of goalkeeper William Yarbrough, bringing depth to the position. Last year's starter, Drake Callender, is currently sidelined due to injury, adding room for the former Liga MX and MLS veteran on the roster.

Barcelona make progress with new contract for Raphinha

As per Fabrizio Romano, Barcelona and Raphinha have reached an agreement to extend his contract with the club. The Liga giants are extremely happy with the squad and management they currently have in place as they plan for more contract extensions in the coming days, with the Brazilian's deal expected to be announced before the end of the week.

Joao Pedro could leave Brighton this summer

Brighton's star forward Joao Pedro could leave the club at the end of the 2024-25 campaign, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Brazil international has attracted interest from several Premier League clubs and will be available in the market for €70m.

Man Utd told to sign Emi Martinez

Former Manchester United forward Dwight Yorke has encouraged the club to sign Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa in the summer.

Speaking to gamblingindustrynews.com, Yorke said: "It’s kind of a no-brainer. Emi Martinez has been really exceptional for a number of years and again you could see why huge clubs would want him. I mean Man United, I know they're struggling, but even now you’d have to consider it because they’re such a huge club. He wouldn’t just be bringing experience, but he’s a far better goalkeeper than Andre Onana, just going by the numbers. I think for Onana, it hasn’t quite worked out, and everyone anticipated that he would have done well. But definitely, signing Martinez would be a huge coup for United."

Bayern 'fear' Liverpool hijacking Wirtz deal this summer

Per Kicker, Bayern Munich have made Wirtz a top target for the summer transfer window and while there was an expectation of competition from Europe's top clubs, it appears the field has narrowed to two, with the attacking midfielder set to choose between Liverpool and Bayern in the next 10 days.

The report adds that Liverpool are said to have told Wirtz that he could be the focal point of a new-look side under Arne Slot next season. The Reds' pitch is said to have impressed the 22-year-old, but any move will cost over €100 million (£84.5m), and Bayern have been in consistent communication as they aim to secure one of the Bundesliga's best players.

Wrexham target Lawrence exits Rangers

Scottish giants Rangers have confirmed that Tom Lawrence has left the club amid links with Championship new boys Wrexham.

Wrexham have gone from the National League to the Championship in just three years, and now they are looking to go one better and reach the Premier League. Former Wales international Lawrence has that Welsh connection but it remains to be seen if the Red Dragons will move for the 31-year-old.

Newell's Old Boys 'working towards' homecoming transfer for Messi

The president of Newell's Old Boys, Ignacio Astore, has expressed his desire to bring Lionel Messi back to the Argentine club.

Speaking to Cadena 3, Astore said: "The institution will always want Messi, even if it's just one tournament, eight matches, six, four, one match... to play it in a Newell's jersey. That's the reality. And we always work towards that. The points have to be found. We have to see if Messi doesn't have an exit clause, a specific contract, we have to see if the Messi family's conditions can be met, due to school issues, due to 27 million issues that sometimes don't depend on the player."

Vazquez all set to leave Real Madrid

According to Fabrizio Romano, Lucas Vazquez is all set to exit Santiago Bernabeu this summer. The Spaniard will play for Los Blancos one last time in the Club World Cup in the US before parting ways.

Flick set to extend Barcelona stay

Per Fabrizio Romano, Hansi Flick is all set to sign a new long-term contract with Barcelona on Wednesday. Following the German manager's extension, the Blaugrana will offer a new deal to Raphinha.

Williams emerges as €58m target for Real Madrid

Per Marca, Real Madrid are keen on signing Williams and are reportedly considering triggering his €58 million (£48m/$60m) release clause, which was added to his contract after he penned a new deal with Athletic Club last summer.

Williams was a key target for Madrid's rivals, Barcelona, last year, but the player eventually decided to stay in Bilbao. Despite his rejection, the 22-year-old remained a key target for the Blaugrana until as recently as this week, when club president Joan Laporta claimed the Blaugrana have cooled their interest.

Real Madrid eyeing move Nico Williams

Marca reports that Nico Williams has emerged as a shock transfer target for Real Madrid this summer after Barcelona cooled their interest in the winger. Los Blancos are ready to trigger the player's €58 million (£48m/$60m) release but might face competition from Arsenal.

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