Premier League transfer news: David de Gea, Toby Alderweireld, Riyad Mahrez

Premier League transfer news and rumours

De Gea is waiting for a new United offer

Despite having only 16 months left on his contract, and with Real Madrid interested in a summer transfer bid, David de Gea is still waiting for a new deal at Manchester United.

The Spanish goalkeeper’s representatives have been “pushing for an improved deal” since last year, but United have an option to extend his contract until 2020. A source close to the 27-year-old said: “They are too slow. It’s always like this.” (Yahoo)

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Coutinho tells Barca: sign Alderweireld

According to reports in Spain, Philippe Coutinho has urged Barcelona to sign Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Toby Alderweireld. The Belgian’s contract talks with Spurs have reportedly stalled and former Liverpool ace Coutinho believes Barca should pounce for the talented defender. (Daily Express)

Riyad Mahrez: Leicester to Roma

Yesterday a social media post suggested that Riyad Mahrez had retired from football. Leicester City confirmed that his official Facebook page had been hacked, but today the Premier League club are facing a new battle to keep their star winger. According to reports in Italy, Mahrez has “agreed personal terms” with Roma. (The Sun)

Emre Can negotiations to wait until the summer

Emre Can is out of contract at Liverpool at the end of the season, but his agent has “blocked” any talks with clubs. The German midfielder, who’s wanted by Juventus, said: “I haven’t signed for any other club, I’m just focused on this season. We want to finish in second place in the Premier League, we’re in the Champions League quarter-finals and we want to progress... My agent has blocked all the negotiations, I’m thinking only of football.” (Daily Express)

Ryan Sessegnon: Fulham to Tottenham/Liverpool

It was claimed yesterday that Fulham teenager Ryan Sessegnon would like to move to Liverpool, but today it’s reported he would favour a transfer to Tottenham. The 17-year-old has scored 14 goals for the Championship side this season and it could cost a buying club £50m to sign him. (Daily Mirror)

Martial to hold United talks

Manchester United will hold new contract talks with striker Anthony Martial. The Frenchman’s current deal ends in 15 months and United want to extend his stay. Previously linked with Real Madrid, Arsenal and Tottenham, Martial has scored 36 goals in 129 games since joining United in 2015. (ESPN)

Barca keen to keep Liverpool target Rakitic

Croatian star Ivan Rakitic had been linked with a move to Liverpool, but it now appears that Barcelona are keen on keeping the 29-year-old. He has made 44 appearances for the Catalans this season and has impressed with his displays in midfield. (talkSPORT)

Iker Casillas: Porto to Newcastle United

Newcastle have been linked with an “ambitious summer move” for Porto goalkeeper Iker Casillas. The 36-year-old Spaniard, who won the Champions League with Real Madrid, is set to leave Portugal at the end of the season. (Newcastle Chronicle)

Premier League news and talking points

Chelsea could keep Conte – if he stops moaning

It was looking very likely that Antonio Conte’s spell as Chelsea manager would finish this summer, but it’s reported that he could stay on even if the Blues fail to secure a top-four finish. But there’s an alleged catch. The Italian must stop “moaning about transfers”. (The Sun)

Allardyce keen to remain as Everton boss

Under-pressure Everton manager Sam Allardyce is excited by the future at the Merseyside club. Despite a run of two wins in 12 matches, Allardyce believes he’s the right person to be in charge at Goodison Park. He said: “It’s very disappointing for everybody that we’ve slipped to where we have slipped to after the fantastic position we put ourselves in the early stages of me walking through the door. I came out of retirement because there’s a long-term plan at Everton that I was excited to be a part of.” (Sky Sports)

Pardew to stay on at West Brom

Alan Pardew will remain as West Brom manager after the Premier League’s bottom club decided against making a change with nine games left. The Baggies are eight points from safety at the bottom of the league and look certain to be relegated. (Daily Mail)