Premier League transfer news: Alvaro Morata, Mohamed Salah, Jorginho
Juventus, AC Milan and Inter battle to sign Chelsea striker Morata
Premier League transfer news and rumours
Alvaro Morata: Chelsea to Juventus/AC Milan/Inter
After being linked with a move to AC Milan yesterday, Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata and his agent have been “spotted” with Juventus’s sporting director Fabio Paratici.
Marca reports that the Spaniard’s future at Stamford Bridge appears to be “up in the air” after a disappointing end to the season. Morata could be set for a return to Juve, where he had a two-year spell from 2014 to 2016.
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Chelsea’s record £65m signing has endured a “torrid first season in English football”. He would “like to move back to Serie A”, the Daily Mail says.
Juventus and AC Milan aren’t the only Italian clubs interested in signing Morata. Goal.com says Inter have also joined the race to sign the 25-year-old.
Rivaldo urges Barcelona to sign Salah
Brazil icon Rivaldo believes his former side Barcelona should launch a bid to sign Liverpool ace Mohamed Salah. When asked which player Barca should sign, Rivaldo said: “Salah. He’s a great player. He is a game changer.” (Daily Mail)
Jorginho set for Napoli talks
Napoli midfielder Jorginho will hold “crunch talks” with the Italian club next week. The 26-year-old is a target for Manchester City and has “set his heart” on a move to the Etihad. City’s Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool are also keen. (The Sun)
Adrian Rabiot: Paris Saint-Germain to Arsenal
Arsenal’s new boss Unai Emery could raid his former club PSG to sign midfielder Adrian Rabiot. The 23-year-old, who missed out on France’s squad for the World Cup, has one year left on his PSG contract. (Daily Mirror)
Ahmed Hegazi: West Brom to Tottenham
Spurs look likely to lose Toby Alderweireld to Manchester United, but could replace the Belgian with West Bromwich Albion defender Ahmed Hegazi. The Egyptian reportedly has a release clause in his West Brom contract following their relegation from the Premier League. It’s claimed West Ham and Leicester are also “keeping tabs” on the 27-year-old. (ESPN)
Salomon Rondon: West Brom to Inter Milan/Atletico Madrid
Another West Brom star set to leave The Hawthorns is Salomon Rondon. The Venezuelan striker is wanted by Inter Milan. Atletico Madrid and West Ham have also been linked with Rondon. (Sky Sports)
Wayne Rooney: Everton to DC United
Everton striker Wayne Rooney has arrived in Washington for talks with Major League Soccer side DC United. Former England forward Rooney was spotted changing flights in Miami before arriving in the US capital where he will discuss a potential move and undergo a medical. (The Sun)
Baines has no interest in MLS move
While Wayne Rooney arrives in Washington his Everton team-mate Leighton Baines has ruled out a move to the MLS. The Everton left-back wants to stay at Goodison and work with the club’s next manager. (Liverpool Echo)
Evra free to leave West Ham United
French defender Patrice Evra is set to leave West Ham. The 37-year-old joined the club in February but will quit when his short-term deal expires at the end of June. (Sky Sports)
Gianluigi Donnarumma: AC Milan to Liverpool
According to reports, Liverpool look to be the “best option” for AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma’s next move. The 19-year-old Italian has also been linked with Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. (Daily Mirror)
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