Transfer news LIVE: Real Madrid eye Liverpool’s Mac Allister, Villa ‘interested in’ Gallagher, De Zerbi LEAVES Brighton

  • Going Mad

    Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is a summer target for Real Madrid.

    But the Spanish giants are preparing to swoop for the Argentinian World Cup winner next year.

    Reports in Argentina claim there has already been contact between Real and Liverpool but no firm offer has been received at Anfield.

    And it is thought the Spanish title winners and Champions League finalists see Mac Allister as the man to fill the gap when long-serving midfielders Luka Modric and Toni Kroos leave the Bernabeu.

    Real are currently in talks with Modric about extending his stay in Madrid by another year.

  • Tottenham clearout

    Spurs are planning a clearout of their squad.

    Ange Postecoglou is looking to raise funds for a summer spending spree.

    And the likes of Emerson Royal, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, Giovani Lo Celso and Bryan Gil could all be sold.

    According to reports, Royal is talking to Saudi clubs.

  • Raphinha on Prem club's radar

    Barcelona star Raphinha has become a target for a Premier League giant.

    The former Leeds winger was once linked with Arsenal and Chelsea.

    But now the Brazilian is being lined up by Newcastle.

    According to reports, the Catalans are open to selling the wideman.

  • Potter a target for Serie A giants

    Graham Potter has become a surprise target for a Serie A giant.

    According to reports, AC Milan have targeted the ex Chelsea manager to replace Stefano Pioli.

    Potter has been out of a job since he was sacked by the Blues.

    He has also been linked with a move to Man Utd, if the Red Devils sack Erik Ten Hag.

  • Reus waves goodbye

    Marco Reus waved goodbye to Borussia Dortmund fans as he played his final home game for the club.

    Earlier this month, Reus announced he would be leaving Dortmund at the end of the season - ending a 12-year spell with BVB.

    The 34-year-old, who joined Dortmund in 2012, took to the pitch at Signal Iduna Park for the final time in his career as the Bundesliga club brought their league season to a close.

    Dortmund battered bottom of the table side Darmstadt 4-0 with Reus bagging himself a farewell goal in the first half.

    The star was also welcomed onto the pitch with a spectacular crowd display that resembled a shirt with the number 11 on it, alongside a banner that read: "Thank you Marco!".

    But the most touching moment occurred when Reus was substituted in the 81st minute.

    The crowd erupted into cheers and applause as the star's number was read out inside of the stadium.

    And an emotional Reus, who scored 170 goals for the club, turned to clap their unwavering support as he headed to the touchline for the final time

  • Mac Allister a shock target

    Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is a target for Real Madrid.

    But the Spanish giants are preparing to swoop for the Argentinian World Cup winner next year.

    Reports in Argentina claim there has already been contact between Real and Liverpool but no firm offer has been received at Anfield.

    And it is thought the Spanish title winners and Champions League finalists see Mac Allister as the man to fill the gap when long-serving midfielders Luka Modric and Toni Kroos leave the Bernabeu.

  • De Zerbi ruled out of job

    Roberto De Zerbi has already been ruled out of a major new job.

    The Italian announced he will leave Brighton at the end of the season in a bombshell statement today.

    He takes charge of his final Seagulls match tomorrow when Manchester United head to the AmEx.

    And De Zerbi is being linked with a host of top jobs around Europe once he becomes a free agent in the summer.

    However, according to Sky in Germany, he will not be taking over at Bayern Munich.

  • Inter and Bayern eye Utd star

    Man Utd's Bruno Fernandes has made noises he wants to leave Old Trafford this summer.

    And that has alerted Europe's top clubs.

    Inter Milan and Bayern Munich are considering a move for the Portugal midfielder, according to reports.

    The Independent say he won't leave the club unless he is unwanted.

  • Silva says goodbye

    Thiago Silva has left a brutal parting message for his Chelsea team-mates.

    The Brazilian, 39, is set to leave Stamford Bridge after tomorrow's final day clash with Bournemouth.

    Silva produced a tearful video message confirming his imminent Blues exit last month.

    Speaking again ahead of his final game, the decorated centre-back fired a warning to his team-mates about meeting Chelsea's standards.

    He told Sky Sports: "Thiago knows what it means to wear a Chelsea shirt, you know.

    "And if I have a message to send to the boys that are here today, I hope they understand that everything they did to get to Chelsea has to be worth it.

    "Because the season we're having is not worthy of Chelsea. It's not.

    "And I think they have to do more next year, they need to do more."

  • Emotional Hart

    Joe Hart was on the verge of tears as he thanked fans inside Celtic Park during his last league game as a professional footballer.

    The former England number one announced in February that he would be retiring at the end of the season.

    Hart walked out for the final time at Celtic Park this afternoon as the Hoops saw off St Mirren 3-2.

    Before the game Hart was honoured by the fans inside the packed stadium as they cheered him onto the pitch.

    And in a classy touch that left Hart emotional, a pocket of the ground displayed a tifo of the goalkeeper during halt-time.

    The display showed an image of Hart alongside the words: "Super Joe Hart".

  • Newcastle make Ramsdale bid

    Newcastle have launched a move to sign Arsenal's Aaron Ramsdale, according to reports.

    Eddie Howe is keen to link up with Ramsdale again, having previously worked with him at Bournemouth.

    The Telegraph report that the Magpies are willing to pay £15million to sign the keeper.

    They are also prepared to offer the keeper a five year contract to entice him to take a move to the North East.

  • De Zerbi's replacement named

    Brighton have identified Kieran McKenna as their leading candidate to replace Roberto De Zerbi, according to reports.

    De Zerbi, 44, will leave the Seagulls after their final day clash with Manchester United.

    With the Italian to depart, Brighton have begun making contingency plans.

    And according to talkSPORT, Ipswich boss McKenna is a "leading contender" to be offered the Amex hotseat.

  • Messi napkin

    The napkin that Lionel Messi signed to promise he would join Barcelona has been sold at auction.

    Messi, 36, was famously signed by the Spanish giants after club chiefs put pen to napkin on a deal to sign the then 13-year-old.

    It was signed in December 2000 by former Barca sporting director Carles Rexach, transfer advisor Josep Minguella and Argentine agent Horacio Gaggioli over lunch at a tennis club.

    Messi then joined the Spanish side's youth set up from Newell's Old Boys before going on to make his debut in 2004.

    Auction house Bonhams said on Friday that the napkin had been sold for a staggering £762,4000.

  • Napoli chase starlet

    Napoli are interested in signing Mason Greenwood this summer, according to reports.

    The Italian giants have supposedly "made contact" with the Red Devils ahead of a possible deal.

    Greenwood has been tipped to leave Man Utd at the end of this season.

    He has spent this term on loan at Spanish side Getafe, who are hopeful of keeping him at the club.

    But having scored ten goals in 34 games, Greenwood is said to be hopeful of moving to a bigger side.

    The Athletic claim Napoli have now joined the race to sign him.

  • Amrabat could seal Prem stay

    Sofyan Amrabat could be set for a quick return to the Premier League after his loan spell at Man United expires.

    The midfielder is gaining interest from Crystal Palace and Fulham, with both London clubs sending scouts to watch him.

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  • Gallagher wanted by Villa

    Aston Villa have reportedly joined the race to sign Conor Gallagher.

    The Chelsea star has been linked with moves to Tottenham and Newcastle in the past.

    The Telegraph have claimed that the midfielder is now getting interest from Villa ahead of the summer window.

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  • De Zerbi on leaving Brighton

    Roberto De Zerbi will be leaving Brighton and Hove Albion at the end of the season by mutual agreement.

    The Italian has insisted he has enjoyed his time at the club and will be taking a break before deciding on his future.

    I am very sad to be leaving Brighton, but I am very proud of what my players and staff have achieved with the support of everyone at the club and our amazing fans in the past two historical seasons.

    We have agreed to end my time at Brighton so that the club and I can continue to work in the way that suits each of us best, following our own ideas and visions, as well as our work and human values.

    I have really enjoyed an intense and challenging two years working in the Premier League, not least competing in four major competitions this season.

    Leaving now provides me with time to take a break before deciding on my future plans.

    Roberto De ZerbiBHAFC
  • De Zerbi leaving Brighton

    Roberto De Zerbi will leave Brighton following the match against Manchester United.

    The Italian has been linked with switches to the likes of Barcelona and Bayern Munich.

    He will be free to make the next move in his career after a mutual agreement to leave the Seagulls.

  • Tuchel officially leaving Bayern

    Ex-Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season, despite holding talks with the club about staying this week.

    Tuchel is eager to return to the Premier League and has been linked to Manchester United.

    This is my last press conference as FC Bayern manager.

    There were talks, but we didn't reach an agreement.

    So the decision of February still stands.

    Thomas Tuchel
  • Xavi confusion latest

    Confusion has been sparked over the future of Barcelona manager Xavi.

    The Spanish tactician initially announced earlier this year that he would leave the club at the end of the season.

    But then the 44-year-old ultimately agreed to stay with the Catalan giants.

    However, fresh reports in Catalan press now suggest the club legend will leave, after comments on Real Madrid angered club president Joan Laporta.

  • Mikel Arteta statement

    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta revealed his desire to manage in Spain, sparking fears he may leave this summer.

    Arteta's comments come amid confusion over the future of Barcelona manager Xavi.

    I have always thought that one day I will return.

    My home draws me a lot, our way of living, of getting together, the culture – and that means I always have it in my head.

    But I am happy here [at Arsenal], happy with how they treat me, and I really enjoy my job.

    Someday I suppose it will come, I'm not going to be away for my whole life.

    Mikel Arteta
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  • Everton's retained list

    Everton have confirmed four players will leave the club this summer, but Dele Alli is staying despite being out of contract at Goodison Park:

    1. Andre Gomes
    2. Andy Longeran
    3. Arnaut Danjuma
    4. Jack Harrison
  • Aaron Ramsdale situation

    Arsenal ace Aaron Ramsdale has been linked with a move away after falling down the pecking order with David Raya preferred in goal.

    Raya is expected to complete a permanent move from Brentford, which means Ramsdale would remain as his understudy.

    The England international has been previously linked with Chelsea but Newcastle have also swooped in recently.

    It has also been reported that the Magpies have “reached an agreement” for the 26-year-old.

  • Yorke on Casemiro

    Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke claims Casemiro "looks like he’s had enough" at Old Trafford.

    Yorke told Crypto Casino:

    It's hard to criticise Casemiro because of what he’s achieved in the game, but people should expect better from him in a Manchester United shirt.

    It really hasn’t worked out for him this season after such a good first year with the club and he isn’t getting any younger – he looks like he’s had enough and he wants a new start at another club next season.

    Jason Wilcox and the other directors at Old Trafford are going to have to have harsh conversations with these players, including Casemiro, and find out whether they really want to be here or not, or whether or not they want the manager [Erik ten Hag] here, so it’s a tough one.

    Casemiro’s a legend of the game and it’s a difficult one, but his name has very much been in the focal point of conversation over the past few months, so it’s certainly something the club need to address this summer. A decision needs to be made.

    Dwight Yorke
  • Real Madrid rushing Mbappe

    Real Madrid are keen to wrap up the signing of Kylian Mbappe sooner rather than later.

    Mbappe, 25, has already announced he will leave Paris Saint-Germain when his contract expires next month.

    The star forward's next destination is expected to be Real following months of speculation.

    According to Marca, Los Blancos want the deal confirmed before Euro 2024 begins on June 14.

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