Premier League transfer news and rumours
Willian and Luiz to leave Chelsea?
It’s been reported today that Chelsea are interested in signing Manchester United forward Anthony Martial - but it’s the players that could leave Stamford Bridge who are also making the headlines.
The Guardian’s Rumour Mill column says that if Chelsea fail to qualify for the Champions League then they could be forced to have a player clear-out because of financial fair play rules.
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The Sun reports that defender David Luiz is a target for Italian side Napoli while the Guardian adds that Manchester United are once again keen on Luiz’s Brazilian compatriot Willian.
Players deemed surplus to requirements at the Bridge include loanees Michy Batshuayi (Borussia Dortmund), Kurt Zouma (Stoke), Lucas Piazon (Fulham) and Kenedy (Newcastle) while the Sun says that midfielder Danny Drinkwater is a £30m target for West Ham.
Benjamin Henrichs: Bayer Leverkusen to Chelsea
One incoming player to Stamford Bridge this summer could be Bayer Leverkusen’s Benjamin Henrichs. The 21-year-old full-back is a target for Chelsea and the London club could make a £31m bid. (The Sun)
Radja Nainggolan: Roma to Manchester United/Chelsea
Belgium international Radja Nainggolan says he wants to stay at Roma despite interest from Premier League clubs Manchester United and Chelsea. The 29-year-old midfielder has three years left on his contract at Roma and wants to remain at the Italian club “for years to come”. (Daily Mail)
Hector Bellerin: Arsenal to Juventus
According to reports, Arsenal have held “advanced conversations” with Juventus regarding full-back Hector Bellerin. It’s claimed that a £44m deal could take the Spaniard to Italy. Manchester United, Barcelona and Chelsea are also interested in Bellerin. (Daily Star)
Wilshere still in talks with Arsenal
While Hector Bellerin could leave Arsenal this summer, one player who looks likely to stay is Jack Wilshere. The England midfielder is “hopeful” of signing a new deal at Arsenal and says he hasn’t really thought about leaving. (Daily Mail)
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic: Lazio to Manchester United
Barcelona have pulled out of the race to sign Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, leaving Manchester United in pole position for his signature. The 23-year-old Serbian midfielder could cost in the region of £80m. (Daily Mail)
Darmian and Blind set for Old Trafford exit
Italian full-back Matteo Darmian and Dutch defender Daley Blind have reportedly been told that they are free to leave Manchester United. Juventus are keen on signing Darmian while Blind wants to move to Roma. (The Times)
Bailly has doubts over United future
Central defender Eric Bailly is “worried about his Manchester United future”. The 24-year-old Ivory Coast international has been “frozen out” by United boss Jose Mourinho and has not played since the Manchester derby in early April. (Daily Mirror)
Joe Bryan: Bristol City to Burnley
Burnley are ready to bid £6m for Bristol City’s Joe Bryan. The 24-year-old can play at left-back or in midfield and has impressed in the Championship this season. (The Daily Telegraph)
