Premier League transfer news: Robert Lewandowski, David de Gea, Nabil Fekir

Premier League transfer news and rumours

New boss holds key to Chelsea signings

The uncertainty surrounding Chelsea’s managerial situation is stopping Eden Hazard from confirming his future plans and also delaying new players being signed.

Blues boss Antonio Conte is expected to leave the club and former Napoli coach Maurizio Sarri is favourite to become the next manager at Stamford Bridge.

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The Guardian reports that once the new boss is confirmed the Blues will “press ahead” with bids for Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, Nice midfielder Jean Seri and CSKA Moscow midfielder Aleksandr Golovin.

Metro says that Poland captain Lewandowski, a target for Real Madrid, and Seri have told Chelsea they will not sign until Conte’s future is resolved.

De Gea to sign lucrative new contract

David de Gea has long been linked with a move to Real Madrid but it appears he will stay with Manchester United. The Spain No.1 is set to become the highest-paid goalkeeper in world football when he signs a new five-year contract after the World Cup ends. (Marca)

Arsenal close to signing Leno and Torreira

New Arsenal boss Unai Emery is close to completing a £48m double deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno and Sampdoria midfielder Lucas Torreira. Leno, 26, will reportedly cost the Gunners £22m while the fee for Uruguay star Torreira is “in excess of £25m if the fee is spread over several years”. (The Daily Telegraph)

Jorginho: Napoli to Manchester City

Another player near to completing a move is Napoli’s Jorginho. Manchester City are “closing in” on a £46.5m deal for the Italian midfielder. (Sky Sports)

Nabil Fekir: Lyon to Liverpool

Nabil Fekir’s move to Liverpool broke down last week because of “unspecified concerns” but according to the Lyon star’s agent a deal could happen after the World Cup. Jean-Pierre Bernes told French TV channel La Chaine Info: “It is not over! This is not the end of the story.” The French forward has also been linked with Chelsea and Tottenham. (Daily Express)

Southampton target Wilshere

The Saints are the latest club interested in signing Jack Wilshere from Arsenal. The midfielder’s contract expires on 1 July and he has yet to confirm if he will stay at the Emirates. Southampton join West Ham, Wolves, Sampdoria and AC Milan in the race to sign the 26-year-old. (Daily Mirror)

Everton eye Martins, De Ligt and Lozano

Everton’s new manager Marco Silva and new sporting director Marcel Brands are working hard to bring new players to Goodison Park. The Daily Telegraph reports that the Toffees are keen on Sporting Lisbon winger Gelson Martins and Ajax defender Matthijs De Ligt. While the Liverpool Echo says that Brands is “free to raid” old club PSV Eindhoven and could move for Mexican World Cup hero Hirving Lozano.

Liverpool want £15m for Sturridge

Daniel Sturridge will be allowed to leave Liverpool for £15m. The 28-year-old striker spent half of last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion and has been linked with Sevilla and Fenerbahce. (The Daily Telegraph)