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Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Reece James, Dani Carvajal, Kylian Mbappe

sportsmole.co.uk, 4 April 2024, 06:45
All transfer business is done and dusted for this season, but that doesn't stop clubs from preparing ahead for next season.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Erik ten Hag dismisses "too hard" training suggestions amid injury crisis

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag hits back at suggestions the club's training methods are contributing to the current injury crisis. Read more.

Manchester City, Liverpool 'dealt Florian Wirtz blow thanks to Xabi Alonso'

Manchester City and Liverpool reportedly suffer a blow in their bid to sign Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz. Read more.

Arsenal legend names surprise club he wants Kylian Mbappe to join

Arsenal winger and former Premier League winner Robert Pires reveals that he wants to see Paris Saint-Germain's Kylian Mbappe join Liverpool this summer. Read more.

Son Heung-min claims attacker would "happily" sign permanent Tottenham deal

Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min confirms that he wants to see Timo Werner sign for the Lilywhites permanently from RB Leipzig after his bright start to life on loan. Read more.

Chelsea goalkeeper 'fails to earn permanent move to European giants'

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga reportedly fails in his efforts to sign for Real Madrid permanently and will instead return to Stamford Bridge this summer. Read more.

Arsenal 'make approach for in-demand Bayern Munich midfielder'

Arsenal reportedly approach Bayern Munich to discuss the availability of midfielder Joshua Kimmich, whose contract expires in the summer of 2025. Read more.

Jadon Sancho to be handed Manchester United lifeline thanks to Jason Wilcox?

Jadon Sancho could remain at Manchester United this summer if Jason Wilcox moves to Old Trafford as the club's new technical director, according to a report. Read more.

Barcelona 'could sign Fiorentina starlet if Joao Cancelo move fails'

Barcelona could move for Fiorentina's Michael Kayode if they are unable to come to an agreement with Manchester City over a deal for Joao Cancelo, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal, Newcastle United 'send scouts to watch Porto striker'

Arsenal and Newcastle United apparently send scouts to watch Porto attacker Evanilson, who has netted 22 goals across all competitions this season. Read more.

Manchester United midfielder 'to return to Old Trafford this summer'

Sevilla are allegedly not planning to sign Manchester United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri on a permanent basis this summer. Read more.

Reece James 'makes decision on Chelsea future amid Real Madrid links'

Reece James allegedly makes a decision on his Chelsea future amid speculation linking him with Real Madrid. Read more.

Manchester United 'open talks to sign Ligue 1 left-back'

Manchester United are in talks with Nice over a deal for left-back Melvin Bard in the upcoming market, according to a report. Read more.

Marcos Alonso 'agrees to join La Liga giants after Barcelona exit'

Marcos Alonso reportedly reaches a decision over his next club ahead of his anticipated exit from Barcelona in the summer. Read more.

Agent claims Victor Osimhen may have decided next club amid Arsenal, Chelsea talk

The agent of Bologna boss Thiago Motta hints that Napoli forward Victor Osimhen is "very likely" to sign for one specific club in the summer. Read more.

Five goalkeepers Arsenal could sign to replace Aaron Ramsdale

Sports Mole takes a look at five goalkeepers Arsenal could target to succeed wantaway number two Aaron Ramsdale in the summer transfer window. Read more.

Mikel Arteta suggests Aaron Ramsdale could stay at Arsenal this summer

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists that there is a "big reality" that out-of-favour goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale will stay at the club this summer. Read more.

Real Madrid, Bayern Munich 'to rival Premier League clubs for Championship teenager'

Real Madrid and Bayern Munich prepare to rival Premier League clubs for Leeds United youngster Archie Gray, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'interested in signing teenage centre-back duo'

Barcelona's Mikayil Faye and Boca Juniors' Aaron Anselmino are allegedly on Manchester United's radar ahead of the summer market. Read more.

Liverpool 'face competition from Premier League duo for 19-year-old midfielder'

Liverpool reportedly face competition from Aston Villa and West Ham United for the services of 19-year-old Sheffield United midfielder Oliver Arblaster. Read more.

Manchester United make decision on Mason Greenwood contract situation?

Manchester United trigger a one-year extension clause in the contract of Mason Greenwood, according to a report. Read more.

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