Premier League transfer news and rumours
Griezmann wants future sorted
Atletico Madrid and France forward Antoine Griezmann wants to confirm his future before the World Cup finals in June.
The 27-year-old is a target for a host of clubs including Barcelona and Manchester United and this season is expected to be his last at Atletico.
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“I want to travel to Russia without this concern,” he said. “It’s not about knowing where I’ll play, but about having the peace of mind if I’m still in one place or another... What bothers me the most is that everyone asks me about this issue.” (Sky Sports via L’Equipe)
Juve prefer Darmian over Bellerin
Italian club Juventus have “ditched” their interest in Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin in favour of a move for Manchester United’s Matteo Darmian. Former Torino defender Darmian is likely to leave Old Trafford after making only 13 appearances for United this season. (Goal.com)
Spurs ready to pay Evans’s buy-out clause
Manchester United and Arsenal have been linked with a move for West Brom captain Jonny Evans, but Tottenham are also keen on the Northern Irishman. Evans reportedly has a £3m release clause in his West Brom contract if they get relegated. The Baggies are 10 points off safety at the bottom of the Premier League and Spurs are preparing a move for Evans. (The Daily Telegraph)
Mario Balotelli: Nice to West Ham United
Could Italian striker Mario Balotelli make a shock return to the Premier League? The Nice star’s contract expires at the end of the season and he has been linked with a move to his homeland. However, it’s reported today that West Ham are among the favourites for his signature. (Daily Star)
‘Dear Los Angeles, you’re welcome’
If you were Zlatan Ibrahimovic how would you announce that you’ve signed for a new club? By taking out a full-page advert in a newspaper of course. Ibrahimovic’s transfer to LA Galaxy was revealed in the Los Angeles Times today. The advert simply read: “Dear Los Angeles, you’re welcome.” (LA Times)
Premier League news and talking points
United have concerns over Pogba and Alexis
There are “growing concerns” at Manchester United over the “state of mind” of Paul Pogba and Alexis Sanchez. Midfielder Pogba is reportedly unhappy at United after struggling to make Jose Mourinho’s starting XI while Alexis has admitted he’s “emotionally and psychologically exhausted” after his high-profile move from Arsenal. (The Daily Telegraph)
Crouch: United now in the 21st century
After announcing they will form a professional women’s team, Manchester United have “finally dragged themselves into the 21st century” says sports minister Tracey Crouch. (Daily Mail)
Premier League to test VAR
There are plans for the video assistant referee (VAR) technology to be tested in every Premier League match next season. Premier League bosses hope to introduce VAR officially for the 2019-2020 campaign. (The Times)
