The January 2022 transfer window has closed, but there are still rumors surrounding who will move where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest gossip, information coming and going and of course, transaction done!
TOP STORY: Barca, Real Madrid aim to sign Kounde ahead of Chelsea
Barcelona and Real Madrid both are negotiating a potential deal to sign Seville defender Jules Koundebased on Sports sky Germany.
Kounde, 23, is attracting a lot of interest in recent months, with a move to Chelsea in the summer transfer window scuppered by the Spanish club’s desire to pay a larger fee.
Even though Chelsea Remaining in the race for a deal, any move will now be harder to come by with the two biggest LaLiga clubs actively pursuing the France international.
Sevilla are said to be looking for a fee in the region of 70 million euros to let Kounde, who has played a key role in their side this season in 28 appearances, leave.
The report adds that the three teams at the front of the queue have an equal chance of getting him, with Bayern Munich yet to come up with a tentative approach.
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13:50 GMT: PSG are said to want to sign Lille Jonathan David as a potential alternative to Kylian Mbappe, speak Le10 Sport.
David, 22, has 12 goals in 25 Ligue 1 games for the defending champions this season and Lille values his service at around €70m.
Mbappe is set to leave PSG to join Real Madrid on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer, but the French side need to find a replacement and are considering bringing in Canadian international David.
12.54 GMT: Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa currently a target of Newcastle, according to Daily Star.
Kepa, 27, is the world’s most expensive goalkeeper, joining Chelsea from Athletic Club for £71.6m in 2018.
However, now he’s in the back Edouard Mendy in order and the club are believed to be listening to offers in the region of £50m this summer.
12.35 GMT: Just 259 days ago, the man was 30 years old Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest while playing for Denmark during their Euro 2020 match against Finland in Copenhagen. Yesterday, he returned to the pitch in Brentford’s 0-2 loss to Newcastle. Mark Ogden was there to see his remarkable comeback.
Eriksen said he “died in five minutes” that afternoon in Copenhagen. Even as he was taken off the pitch by paramedics, after regaining consciousness it seemed unthinkable that the former Ajax and Tottenham midfielder would be able to play again and put his body through. the daily requirements of a professional athlete.
Simply surviving such a terrible ordeal and enjoying the rest of his life was definitely the only scenario for him to consider.
But nine months after Eriksen collapsed on the pitch in Denmark, here he is, playing in the Premier League for Brentford on Saturday, complaining to the referee as if it were a complete routine before finally clapping his hands. all sides of the stadium as he stepped off the field. and returned to the dressing room without drawing attention to herself.
“If you take away the results, I’m a happy man,” Eriksen said after 38 minutes as a substitute. “Going through what I’ve been through, being back is a great feeling.”
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Steve Nicol shares his happiness to see Christian Eriksen return to play in place of Brentford.
11:45 am GMT: Sources have told ESPN that former US quarterback Jesse Marsch is the leading candidate for success Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds.
Marsch left Bundesliga side RB Leipzig in December, five months after taking charge, and sources say he is the No 1 candidate for the vacant position at Elland Road.
Prior to that, he won two Austrian league titles at FC Salzburg. The 48-year-old began his managerial career at the Montreal Impact in 2011 and also manages the New York Red Bulls. Ralf Rangnick, now interim manager of Manchester United, hired Marsch as his assistant during his time at Leipzig.
11.04 GMT: Marcelo Bielsa was sacked by Leeds United, it has been confirmedwith the club fighting a battle for relegation in the Premier League.
Leeds have had an exhausting week, suffering a 6-0 defeat to Liverpool for the first time on Wednesday before suffering a 4-0 defeat at home to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
Leeds United chairman Andrea Radrizzani said: “This has been the most difficult decision I have had to make during my tenure at Leeds United, taking into account all the success Marcelo has had at the club. Marcelo is our head coach, we’ve had three campaigns and good times are back with Elland Road He has changed the culture of the club and brought a winning mentality to all The moments created, especially during the 2019/20 season and winning promotion to the Premier League, will of course live on in all of our memories, including our own. myself and the fans.
“However, I must act in the best interest of the club and I believe change is needed now to secure our Premier League standing. Recent results and performances have not met. We found ourselves in a precarious position and I feel now is the right time to bring in a new head coach to make an impact during this crucial period of the game. Season. “
Bielsa, 66, joined Leeds in 2018, guiding the club back to the Premier League by winning the 2020 title, ending the club’s 16-year absence on the English top flight.
10.41 GMT: Manchester United want a brace to sign PSV Eindhoven Cody Gakpo and Sporting CP . defensive midfielder Joao PalhinhaSay Mirror.
Gakpo, 22, has scored 13 goals and provided 13 assists for PSV this campaign and is on the radar of a host of top clubs in Europe.
Meanwhile, the 26-year-old Palhinha has just signed a new contract until 2026 but has a €50m release clause and Sporting are said to be ready to negotiate a lower fee if it includes add-ons based on on performance.
09.57 GMT: Manchester United midfielder Eric Bailly fought for game time and Daily Star says Barcelona are interested in signing him.
Bailly, 27, was a £30m signing from Villarreal in 2016 but dropped out following the arrival of Raphael Varane from Real Madrid last summer.
The Ivory Coast international signed a four-year contract extension with Manchester United in April 2021 but could be allowed to leave if Barcelona make an offer.
09.30 GMT: Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich suddenly gave the right to “manage and take care” of the Premier League club to its charity trustees on Saturday.
The move comes after a member of the British Parliament called on the Russian billionaire to hand over the club amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Abramovich, who has owned Chelsea since 2003, does not mention the war in Ukraine in his statement and has significantly not given up ownership of the club and is still able to provide funds, arguing that he is not being abused. UK government sanctions. Sources revealed to ESPN that Abramovich has no intention of offering the club a loan.
“During my nearly 20 years with Chelsea FC, I have always viewed my role as the club’s supervisor, whose job it is to ensure that we have the success we are today, as well as build for the future. hybrid. also play an active role in our community,” he said.
“I always make decisions in the best interest of the Club. I remain committed to these values. That is why I am giving Chelsea Charity Trustees the reins today. manage and take care of Chelsea FC.
“I believe they are now in the best position to look after the interests of the club, players, staff and fans.”
09:00 GMT: Manchester United still believe they can attract their top targets to Old Trafford in the summer even if they miss out on a spot in the Premier League top four, sources told ESPN.
Sources say United are ready to spend the summer regardless of whether they qualify for the Champions League.
Goals like those of West Ham Declan Rice and of Tottenham Harry Kane have made it clear that they want to play in Europe’s top club competition but United believe they are still in a position to attract signings even if they miss out on a place in the top four for the season. this.
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Craig Burley explains why Thomas Tuchel and Chelsea have a greater need for the title than Liverpool.
PAPER GOSSIP (by Adam Brown)
– Liverpool would love to sign Darwin Nunezreport Football Insider. However, the 22-year-old striker has recently been linked with West Ham Benfica rejected a £40m bid for his services in January. The latest information suggests he is open to a move to Jurgen Klopp’s side, with the Red Devils poised to make a formal approach in the summer. It is reported that scouts have been sent to watch Nunez in the Champions League knockout match against Ajax Amsterdam.
– West Ham United, Brighton & Hove Albion and Atalanta everyone is monitoring the situation of Flamengo ace Gabriel “Gabigol” Barbosadisclosure Ekrem Konur. Three clubs entered the market for a No. 9 in the January transfer window, but after failing to find a solution, they are eyeing the 25-year-old striker, who has contributed 17 goals in 18 games in the Premier League. Brazilof Serie A last season.
– Leicester City Brendan Rodgers boss wants to secure a deal for Chelsea star Levi Colwill, who impressed during his loan spell at Huddersfield Town. That’s according to Mirror, although the report also says that Thomas Tuchel may have been planning to give the 19-year-old defender a chance to prove himself when he returns from his loan spell in the Championship. He’s made 21 appearances for the Terriers this season.
– Turin will activate the terms in Josip BrekaloOn loan from Wolfsburg to make his move permanent, according to Calciomercato. The 23-year-old winger has six goals in 17 appearances since the start of this season in Serie A. That form has seen it. Il Toro’s The hierarchy quickly made their decision on whether to sign him for a long time or not.
– Tottenham Hotspur ready to join Newcastle United Football Club in the race for Lille‘S Sven Botmanreport Star. With Spurs keen to keep manager Antonio Conte in north London, chairman Daniel Levy is looking to support his man over the summer as he continues his project. A contract is believed to cost £30m for 22-year-old centre-back Botman, although there is competition for his signature, with AC Milan also linked recently.
