Premier League transfer news: Antoine Griezmann, Saul Niguez, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Eden Hazard

Premier League transfer news and rumours

United favourites to sign Griezmann

Spanish newspaper Sport reports that Antoine Griezmann wants to leave Atletico Madrid and Manchester United are favourites to sign the French forward.

Griezmann, a World Cup winner with France in 2018, was linked with a move to Barcelona last year before deciding to stay with Atletico.

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The Manchester Evening News says that United, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are “all mentioned as potential destinations” for the 27-year-old.

Saul close to City move

Another Atletico Madrid star who could be making his way to Manchester this summer is Saul Niguez. Manchester City are closing in on a deal for the midfielder, 24, who is being lined up as a long-term replacement for Fernandinho. (ESPN)

Zlatan turned down City

Former Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has revealed that he turned down a move to Manchester City in 2010 when he was with Barcelona. The Swede, who now plays in the United States for MLS side LA Galaxy, instead chose to sign for AC Milan. Ibrahimovic said: “I had the chance to go to Manchester City when I was at Barcelona but after that moment in Barcelona, I needed to find happiness.” (Daily Mirror)

Nobody waiting for Hazard

The “Eden Hazard to Real Madrid” transfer saga continues but the Chelsea star is refusing to be distracted by the speculation. Real have long been interested in the Belgian playmaker but Hazard said: “At the moment there’s nobody waiting for me. We still have two important months with Chelsea. We can win the Europa League. We have to win the Europa League or we have to finish in the top four to play in the Champions League.” (Metro)

Giroud priced out of move?

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud is being linked with a return to France with Marseille or Lyon but his salary demands could be too much for the Ligue 1 clubs. (Le10 Sport)

Battle on for Dybala?

Metro reports that Juventus striker Paulo Dybala is being linked with Manchester United and Manchester City but according to Sky Sports, via Italian outlet Tutto Mercato, Liverpool are “front of the queue” to sign the Argentine.

Anfield return for Karius?

According to reports in Turkey goalkeeper Loris Karius has reportedly asked Liverpool to cancel his loan at Besiktas. (Liverpool Echo)

Prem rivals back in for Rabiot

Barcelona have been put off by Adrien Rabiot’s increased financial demands and this means that Premier League clubs Chelsea and Manchester United are “back in the race” for the Paris Saint-German midfielder. (The Sun)

Milan want Deulofeu back

Italian giants AC Milan want to re-sign Gerard Deulofeu this summer. The Spanish winger, who signed permanently for Watford last June, was on loan at Milan in 2017. (The Guardian)

Competition for Junior

Real Betis left-back Junior Firpo has been linked with Real Madrid but it’s now claimed that Barcelona, Juventus, Manchester City, Liverpool and Arsenal have also been linked with the 22-year-old. (ESPN)

Willian wants to stay at the Bridge

Chelsea winger Willian has revealed that he wants to stay at Stamford Bridge. The Brazilian, who has a year left on his contract, said: “I don’t know if they want me, but of course I want to continue here. This club is very special to me. I won titles here, I have the affection from the fans and from the people that work in the club. I feel comfortable to stay. I am happy when I play well and score goals. I can give a different light.” (Sky Sports)