Premier League transfer news: Cristiano Ronaldo, Alvaro Morata, Aleksandr Golovin
Is the Portuguese legend thinking ‘more and more’ about return to Old Trafford?
Premier League transfer news and rumours
Cristiano Ronaldo: Real Madrid to Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly becoming “increasingly frustrated” over his contract at Real Madrid and is thinking “more and more” about a return to Manchester United.
According to the Daily Star, citing Spanish media, the 33-year-old Portugal international feels he deserves wages “reflective of what Lionel Messi and Neymar earn” at Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
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French giants PSG are also linked with a move for Ronaldo, who has scored four goals in two matches for Portugal at the World Cup.
Alvaro Morata: Chelsea to Borussia Dortmund
Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund have joined the race to sign Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata. The Spaniard, who has also been linked with a return to Juventus, is wanted by Dortmund to “spearhead their attack”. (talkSPORT via Bild)
Juventus target Golovin
Russian World Cup star Aleksandr Golovin is a target for Juventus. The Italians are favourites to sign the 22-year-old CSKA Moscow midfielder, ahead of Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona. (BBC via Tuttosport)
Gerrard: I hope Rooney moves to the MLS
Everton forward Wayne Rooney should make the move to Major League Soccer (MLS) side DC United, according to his former England teammate Steven Gerrard, who played in the MLS for LA Galaxy. Rangers boss Gerrard said: “I hope he does [join DC United], I hope he makes it. I enjoyed my time at the MLS and enjoyed the life experience. I think where Wayne is now in his career, I think it would be great for him and his family to go and settle in an incredible state and see a lot of America.” (Liverpool Echo)
No bids for Grealish
Tottenham and Liverpool have been linked with a move for Jack Grealish, but his club Aston Villa say no formal bids have yet been made for the 22-year-old midfielder. (Birmingham Mail)
Ever Banega: Sevilla to Arsenal
Argentine Ever Banega is believed to be ready to agree terms with Arsenal but “wants assurances” from Unai Emery on which position he will take. The Sevilla star, 29, can play as a defensive midfielder or in the No. 10 role. (Daily Mirror)
Jean-Michael Seri: Nice to West Ham United
The Hammers are keen to sign Jean-Michael Seri from Nice. The Ivory Coast midfielder, 26, has also been linked with Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City this summer. He reportedly has a £35m release clause in his Nice contract, which has one year remaining. (Sky Sports)
Sarri targets four Napoli stars
Maurizio Sarri has not even been confirmed as Chelsea’s new manager but he has already handed the London club a massive summer shopping list. Sarri is expected to replace Antonio Conte as Chelsea boss and is planning to raid former club Napoli for four of their stars. On his list are striker Dries Mertens, full-back Elseid Hysaj, winger Jose Maria Callejon and defender Raul Albiol. (Daily Mirror)
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