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Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Kai Havertz, Moussa Diaby, Tiemoue Bakayoko

sportsmole.co.uk, 17 June 2023, 06:45
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

Saturday morning's headlines:

Liverpool 'among clubs interested in LASK Linz attacker Keito Nakamura'

Liverpool are reportedly keeping a close eye on LASK Linz attacker Keito Nakamura, who scored 14 goals in the Austrian Bundesliga last season. Read more.

Liverpool 'not planning Kylian Mbappe approach'

Liverpool reportedly have no interest in signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe this summer, while Chelsea and Manchester City also distance themselves. Read more.

Ilkay Gundogan named on Manchester City's released list

Manchester City captain Ilkay Gundogan is named on the Citizens' released list ahead of the expiry of his contract, but the club are still fighting to keep him. Read more.

West Ham United confirm Manuel Lanzini exit, Angelo Ogbonna offered new contract

West Ham United confirm that Manuel Lanzini will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of this month, while Angelo Ogbonna has been offered a new deal. Read more.

Luton keen to sign former Manchester United youngster Tahith Chong?

Newly-promoted Luton Town reportedly hold an interest in signing Birmingham City playmaker Tahith Chong this summer. Read more.

Bayern Munich ready to rival Arsenal for Chelsea forward Kai Havertz?

Bayern Munich reportedly signal their intention to rival Arsenal in the race to sign Chelsea forward Kai Havertz. Read more.

Bayern Munich 'in talks with Manchester City over Kyle Walker transfer'

Bayern Munich are reportedly in talks with Manchester City to sign 33-year-old defender Kyle Walker this summer. Read more.

Barcelona considering bid for Giovani Lo Celso?

Barcelona are allegedly giving consideration to making an approach for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Giovani Lo Celso. Read more.

Arsenal 'leapfrog Manchester United, Newcastle United in Moussa Diaby race'

Arsenal are reportedly in pole position to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Moussa Diaby this summer, ahead of fellow Premier League clubs Newcastle United and Manchester United. Read more.

Manchester City, Liverpool 'interested in Warren Zaire-Emery'

Manchester City, Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund reportedly express their interest in Paris Saint-Germain's 17-year-old starlet Warren Zaire-Emery. Read more.

Manchester United 'alerted to Dusan Vlahovic availability'

Juventus are reportedly willing to entertain offers for striker Dusan Vlahovic this summer, with Manchester United understood to be keen on the Serbian target man. Read more.

Raphinha reiterates desire to stay at Barcelona amid Bayern Munich links

Raphinha expresses his desire to remain at Barcelona and plays down rumours of a possible summer exit amid reported interest from the likes of Bayern Munich. Read more.

Manchester United interested in AC Milan's Theo Hernandez?

Manchester United are reportedly in the race to sign AC Milan left-back Theo Hernandez this summer, with the asking price for the Frenchman understood to be over £50m. Read more.

David de Gea 'set to leave Manchester United this summer'

David de Gea is reportedly set to end his 12-year association with Manchester United this summer after being left off the club's retained list. Read more.

Tiemoue Bakayoko among list of 13 players released by Chelsea

Midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko features on a list of 13 players that have officially been released by Chelsea. Read more.

Inter Milan want Arsenal's Folarin Balogun?

Inter Milan are reportedly keen on bringing Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun to Serie A, with the 21-year-old seeking regular first-team football again next season.. Read more.

West Ham United 'make loan bid for Liverpool's Fabio Carvalho'

West Ham United are reportedly in the race to sign Liverpool midfielder Fabio Carvalho on loan, submitting an offer to the Merseyside club for the 20-year-old. Read more.

Brighton & Hove Albion announce Mahmoud Dahoud signing on four-year deal

Brighton & Hove Albion announce the signing of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Mahmoud Dahoud on a four-year deal. Read more.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles among 13 players to leave Arsenal this summer

Arsenal confirm the departures of 13 players at the end of their contracts this summer, including three-time FA Cup winner Ainsley Maitland-Niles. Read more.

Manchester City 'make positive progress in Josko Gvardiol talks'

Manchester City are reportedly making positive progress in negotiations to sign RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol. Read more.

Kylian Mbappe reaffirms commitment to Paris Saint-Germain despite contract decision

Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe reaffirms his commitment to the French champions despite his refusal to extend his contract beyond 2024. Read more.

West Ham United 'draw up three-man shortlist of Declan Rice replacements'

West Ham United reportedly draw up a three-man shortlist of potential replacements for midfielder Declan Rice. Read more.

Manchester United confirm Alessia Russo exit amid Arsenal links

Manchester United confirm that Alessia Russo will leave the club on a free transfer amid reports of Arsenal closing in on a deal for the England attacker. Read more.

Chelsea forward Kai Havertz 'gives green light to Arsenal move'

Chelsea forward Kai Havertz is reportedly ready to accept personal terms with Arsenal ahead of a potential transfer to the Emirates Stadium. Read more.

Brighton & Hove Albion 'hold talks with Chelsea over Conor Gallagher deal'

Brighton & Hove Albion reportedly join a number of Premier League clubs in the race to sign Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher. Read more.

Manchester United 'given green light to move for Jeremie Frimpong, Moussa Diaby'

Manchester United are reportedly handed a boost in their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen duo Jeremie Frimpong and Moussa Diaby. Read more.

Davinson Sanchez 'set to leave Tottenham Hotspur this summer'

Tottenham Hotspur defender Davinson Sanchez reportedly decides to leave the club this summer after being booed by his own fans in April's defeat to Bournemouth. Read more.

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