Premier League transfer news: Mohamed Salah, Isco, Aaron Ramsey

Liverpool will offer Salah £200,000 a week to fend off Real Madrid interest

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Liverpool star Mohamed Salah scored for Egypt in their 2-1 defeat against Portugal
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Premier League transfer news and rumours

Salah to ‘reject’ Real Madrid

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah will stay at Anfield despite speculation linking the striker with a big-money move to Real Madrid.

The Egyptian, who has scored 36 goals this season, is set to be offered a new bumper contract worth £200,000 a week by Liverpool chiefs after his scintillating first season at Anfield.

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Even if Real Madrid come calling with a big offer, the 25-year-old has revealed he’s happy playing in England’s top flight. He said: “I like the Premier League. It suits my style and I love playing here.” (Daily Mirror)

Isco: Real Madrid to Manchester City

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola wants to sign Real Madrid and Spain attacking midfielder Isco this summer. The 22-year-old has been a long-term target for City and twice rejected moves to the Etihad in the past. Now it’s claimed he’s ready to quit Madrid and make the move to Manchester. Isco could cost City a fee of around £75m. (The Sun)

Aaron Ramsey: Arsenal to Manchester United/Juventus

Paul Pogba is being linked with a move away from Manchester United and according to reports could be replaced at Old Trafford by Aaron Ramsey. The Arsenal and Wales midfielder is admired by United boss Jose Mourinho, who could be set to launch a £35m bid at the end of the campaign. But Juventus are also interested in Ramsey and want to see him link up with Liverpool’s Emre Can in the heart of their midfield next season. (The Sun)

Liverpool to offer Can £200,000-a-week deal

It’s well known that Emre Can is a target for Italian giants Juventus and today it’s reported that Liverpool will need to offer the midfielder more than £200,000 a week to keep him at Anfield. Can’s Liverpool contract expires at the end of the season and he would be available for free. Manchester City are also interested in the German. (Daily Mirror)

Aguero wants Independiente return in 2020

Manchester City’s all-time record goalscorer Sergio Aguero says he wants to return to Argentinian club Independiente when his contract expires in 2020. “I always said that I would like to return to Independiente when my contract ends with City,” said Aguero. “I am not thinking about that now. I am focused on finishing the season well and reaching the World Cup.” (Sky Sports via Fox Sports Argentina)

Timo Werner: RB Leipzig to Liverpool

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is interested in RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner and is preparing a “monster” £87m bid this summer. Werner, 22, is expected to lead Germany’s attack at this summer’s World Cup. (Daily Star via Bild)

Scott Sinclair: Celtic to Brighton/Bournemouth

Premier League sides Brighton and Bournemouth are both interested in Celtic star Scott Sinclair. The 29-year-old forward has scored 42 goals in 92 games for the Scottish champions since signing in 2016. (Daily Mail)

Jerome Boateng: Bayern Munich to Man City/Man Utd

Bayern Munich and Germany defender Jerome Boateng is a £50m target for both Manchester City and Manchester United. Boateng, who previously played for City from 2010 to 2011, is also being linked with Real Madrid and Barcelona. (The Sun)

Kieran Tierney: Celtic to Manchester United

Celtic and Scotland star Kieran Tierney has again been linked with a move to Manchester United. Tierney, 20, only signed a new six-year deal with Celtic in October, but United are keen on bringing in the £20m-rated defender. (Daily Record)

Mignolet will fight for Liverpool future

Belgian goalkeeper Simon Mignolet will fight to stay at Liverpool. The 29-year-old has not played since 27 January but aims to impress Reds boss Jurgen Klopp during training. Mignolet said: “The only thing you try to do is prove every time in training you are ready for when the chance comes along. It is never easy of course because I have never in my career spent time on the bench, but it is how it is and the only thing you can do is try to change it.” (Sky Sports)

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