Indonesia
Nigeria
South Africa

Thursday's Premier League transfer talk: Upamecano, Cavani, Martinez

sportsmole.co.uk, 25 June 2020, 11:21

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Thursday, June 25.

Thursday morning's headlines:

West Ham United confirm Jeremy Ngakia exit on free transfer

West Ham United confirm that academy graduate Jeremy Ngakia and veteran full-back Pablo Zabaleta will leave the club on a free transfer at the end of the month. Read more.

Emmanuel Petit slams "joke" decision to award David Luiz new deal

Arsenal title winner Emmanuel Petit says that he 'misses Arsene Wenger' following his former club's decision to retain David Luiz for another season. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton want Thiago Silva?

A report claims that Thiago Silva is wanted by Tottenham Hotspur, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Everton as he brings an end to an eight-year spell with Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.

Arsenal 'make contact with £40m Sporting Lisbon starlet wanted by Barcelona'

Arsenal reportedly make contact with 17-year-old Sporting Lisbon winger Joelson Fernandes, who has a £40m release clause and is also wanted by Barcelona. Read more.

Juventus make enquiry about Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang?

Juventus reportedly join Barcelona and Inter Milan in the running to sign Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who is approaching the final year of his contract. Read more.

Barcelona interested in Tanguy Ndombele, Philippe Coutinho swap with Tottenham?

Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele, but only part of a swap deal with Philippe Coutinho or Nelson Semedo in return. Read more.

Real Madrid, Barcelona interested in Arsenal's Matteo Guendouzi?

Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona are reportedly keeping tabs on Matteo Guendouzi amid reports that Arsenal could look to sell the midfielder this summer. Read more.

Mikel Arteta hints at imminent new contract for Bukayo Saka

The 18-year-old has been a bright spark during a largely disappointing campaign for the Gunners. Read more.

Wolverhampton Wanderers: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Wolverhampton Wanderers' confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Norwich City: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Norwich's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Southampton: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Southampton's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Everton: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Everton's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Manchester City: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Manchester City's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Chelsea: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Chelsea's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Arsenal: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2020

Keep track of all of Arsenal's confirmed summer transfers with Sports Mole 's comprehensive guide. Read more.

Victor Moses to return to Chelsea next month?

Victor Moses will reportedly return to Chelsea next month, after the Blues denied him permission to continue playing for Inter Milan after his loan spell ends. Read more.

Manchester United, Juventus 'battling for £54m Raul Jimenez'

Manchester United and Juventus are reportedly battling for Wolverhampton Wanderers striker Raul Jimenez, following his impressive form this season. Read more.

Willian in talks over new longer-term Chelsea contract

Willian is in talks over a new longer-term contract with Chelsea, after Frank Lampard revealed that the winger could stay beyond the end of the season. Read more.

Agent: 'Jorginho unlikely to leave Chelsea this summer'

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is unlikely to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, according to his agent. Read more.

Barcelona to sign Edinson Cavani this summer?

Experienced striker Edinson Cavani emerges as a target for Barcelona, according to a report. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur 'make £27m offer for Gabriel Magalhaes'

Tottenham Hotspur launch a £27m offer for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes, according to a report. Read more.

Tanguy Ndombele 'told Jose Mourinho he never wants to play for him again'

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Tanguy Ndombele told Jose Mourinho earlier this week that he never wants to play for him again, according to a report. Read more.

James Rodriguez hits out at "lies" over Real Madrid future

Real Madrid attacker James Rodriguez insists that the recent criticism of him has been fuelled by "many lies". Read more.

Joe Hart to leave Burnley: The highs and lows of former England No. 1's career

Joe Hart has not played for the Clarets in the Premier League since December 2018. Read more.

Ezequiel Schelotto, Beram Kayal sign short extensions with Brighton

The players' original deals expired on June 30. Read more.

Manchester United 'learn Raul Jimenez valuation'

Wolverhampton Wanderers value Manchester United-linked striker Raul Jimenez at £90m, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'learn Jadon Sancho asking price'

Manchester United will have to come up with an offer of £117m if they wish to sign Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Frank Lampard addresses Kai Havertz transfer speculation

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard insists that his club have not launched a bid for Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz. Read more.

Fred 'poised to sign new long-term Manchester United deal'

Brazilian midfielder Fred is in line for a new and improved deal at Manchester United, according to a report. Read more.

Liverpool 'weighing up Thiago Alcantara move'

Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara emerges as a summer transfer target for Liverpool, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City leading the race for Kalidou Koulibaly?

Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly believes that there is a "strong chance" of him joining Manchester City this summer, according to journalist Duncan Castles. Read more.

Chelsea join the race for Dayot Upamecano?

Chelsea consider a summer move for RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano, according to a report. Read more.

Thomas Partey 'expected to join Arsenal this summer'

Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey is set to join Arsenal in a £45m deal during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Chelsea 'begin Kai Havertz talks with Bayer Leverkusen'

Chelsea open talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a potential summer deal for Kai Havertz, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal 'open to selling Matteo Guendouzi this summer'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta are prepared to sell Matteo Guendouzi this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal confirm extensions for David Luiz, Pablo Mari, Cedric, Dani Ceballos

Arsenal confirm that David Luiz, Pablo Mari, Cedric Soares and Dani Ceballos have all signed contract extensions of varying lengths. Read more.

Top News

2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly joined the race to sign AC Milan defender and ex-Chelsea man Fikayo Tomori as Ange Postecoglou seeks solutions to his side's defensive crisis. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Having endured a rough end to 2024, Moreirense and AVS will both be hopeful of improved fortunes in the new year as they kick off 2025 with a meeting at Parque de Jogos Comendador Joaquim de Almeida Freitas on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Manchester United are supposedly giving consideration to an audacious swap deal involving wantaway striker Marcus Rashford and Napoli frontman Victor Osimhen. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold has reportedly made two demands of the Reds if he is to snub Real Madrid and sign a new deal at Anfield. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Lyon and Montpellier HSC lock horns for the 60th time in Ligue 1 on Saturday, with the hosts seeking a 30th win against their upcoming opponents. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Preston North End are set to welcome Oxford United on Saturday to Deepdale in their 26th Championship game of the season. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Brentford manager Thomas Frank remains without three of his first-choice central defenders ahead of their trip to Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Benfica and Braga are in action for the first time in the new year when they go head to head at the Estadio da Luz in round 17 of the Primeira Liga on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk If Fulham are to lose Andreas Pereira either this month or in the summer transfer window amid links with Marseille, the Cottagers could take a quick look across the English capital for a natural replacement for the Brazilian. 2 January 2025 talksport.com Real Madrid Carlo Ancelotti has kept his cards close to his chest regarding the club's pursuit of Liverpool ace Trent Alexander-Arnold. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk The only team yet to taste defeat in the Turkish Super Lig, Galatasaray, will welcome one of the season's surprise packages, Goztepe SK, to Rams Park on Saturday in what promises to be an intriguing encounter. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Two sides at opposite ends of the Turkish Super Lig table will go head-to-head when Samsunspor welcome Trabzonspor to the Samsun 19 May Stadium on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Real Madrid will be aiming to move to the top of the La Liga table when they head to Valencia on Friday night. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly fallen out with Red Devils head coach Ruben Amorim, with the Dutchman moving closer to the exit door at Old Trafford. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has addressed suggestions that his club could make a second offer for Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold before the end of the January transfer window. 2 January 2025 talksport.com Ashley Cole has opened up about the painful circumstances surrounding his controversial departure from Arsenal in 2006. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Enzo Maresca is set to recall the five players who dropped out of his Chelsea side at Ipswich Town last week when they travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace on Saturday in the Premier League. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi will return to face his former club Chelsea when the two lock horns at Selhurst Park in the Premier League on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has reportedly rejected three offers worth in the region of £35m a year to leave Old Trafford. 2 January 2025 talksport.com A cheeky grin from Arsenal star Gabriel Magalhaes was all it took to rub further salt into Tottenham's gaping wounds. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Wojciech Szczesny is in line to make his debut for Barcelona in Saturday's Copa del Rey last-32 clash with Barbastro. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany feels that Phil Foden is at risk of being benched by Pep Guardiola for Saturday's Premier League clash with West Ham United at the Etihad Stadium. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Barcelona will be bidding to avoid what would be one of the biggest shocks in the history of the Copa del Rey when they take on fourth-tier outfit Barbastro in the last-32 stage of the 2024-25 tournament on Saturday evening. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Manchester City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany has suggested that "the penny might have finally dropped" for Pep Guardiola regarding his use of James McAtee as a first-team player. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min should continue his career in North London despite entering the last six months of his contract, ex-Spurs goalkeeper Kasey Keller has told Sports Mole. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Adana Demirspor will aim to carry forward the momentum from the end of last year as they host Istanbul Basaksehir at the New Adana Stadium on Saturday in a Round 18 Turkish Super Lig fixture. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Chelsea will look to improve on an awful end to 2024 when they travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace in their first Premier League game of the new year on Saturday. 2 January 2025 sportsmole.co.uk Atletico Madrid will be aiming to make it 13 wins in a row in all competitions when they take on third-tier outfit Marbella in the last-32 stage of the Copa del Rey on Saturday night. 2 January 2025 talksport.com Martin Keown is a household name in English football but it turns out we've been saying his name wrong for decades. 2 January 2025 talksport.com Rodri has spoken out after Cristiano Ronaldo questioned his Ballon d'Or triumph.