There is a lot of gossip surrounding the summer transfer window. Transfer Talk keeps you up to date on all the latest gossip. After agreeing to a fee with Manchester City for Gabriel Jesus, the Express is reporting a new approach for Raphinha by the north London club. According to reports, the 25-year-old is the subject of a £50 million bid from the north London club. It is understood that talks have been continuing throughout the week with the north London side keen to not be reckless in fear of sparking a bidding war. Raphinha was thought to be a key target for Barcelona this summer, but after Jesse Marsch's side avoided the drop, they are now able to demand a much higher fee. He has been a key player for Elland Road since he joined in 2020. On the U.S. only, you can stream the daily edition of ESPN FC.
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The Athletic reports that the possibility of signing a player was discussed by the club. Todd Boehly, the new co-owner of the club, is interested in making him his first signing, though it's not clear if the Portugal international would be willing to join the Blues due to his love for Manchester United. In the last few weeks, there have been reports of a possible exit forRonaldo, who has just a year left on his contract.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Paris Saint-Germain are close to agreeing on a new contract with Xavi Simons. The 19-year-old's future has been up in the air over the last season, with speculation linking Barcelona with his services, but it now looks as though he has decided to stay in Paris. He is going to sign a new contract before he goes to PSV.
Sport says that Manchester United are close to an agreement with Barcelona. It is thought that a transfer fee of around 80 million is being discussed, with the deal now thought to be on track. Once an official bid has been accepted and personal terms have been agreed, the deal could be done by the end of June.
Ousmane Dembele's contract with Barcelona is due to end at the end of the month. He will leave the club if he doesn't accept the package that he has been offered. When Dembele becomes a free agent on June 30 there could be more interest from other teams.
According to Calciomercato, talks between Internazionale and Paris Saint-Germain are expected to continue in the coming weeks over the signing of Milan Skriniar. The Serie A side is willing to let the centre-back leave San Siro for the right price. With an improved offer from Paris Saint-Germain, the Nerazzurri will look for an amount in the region of 80 million.