Premier League transfer news: Paul Pogba, Marco Verratti, Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Premier League transfer news and rumours

PSG offer Verratti plus cash for Pogba

Paris Saint-Germain want to sign Manchester United star Paul Pogba and are willing to hand over Marco Verratti plus cash for the French international midfielder, The Sun reports.

According to the newpaper, it’s unclear if United want to sell their record signing, but PSG have “chanced their arm” by enquiring about Pogba’s availability.

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Italian international Verratti was expected to sign a new deal with PSG but now “could end up at Old Trafford”.

Loftus-Cheek not for sale by Chelsea

Chelsea are “adamant” that England World Cup midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is not for sale. However, the Blues may be forced to allow the 22-year-old to go on loan again next season. Loftus-Cheek spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace. (The Daily Telegraph)

Lyon to offer new deal to Fekir

Lyon star Nabil Fekir will be offered a new contract by the French club in a bid to “fend off Liverpool interest”, says the Daily Mirror. According to the Manchester Evening News, the French international may also be a target for Manchester United.

Mehdi Benatia: Juventus to Arsenal/Borussia Dortmund/Marseille

Juventus defender Mehdi Benatia is a target for Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund and Marseille. The Morocco international, who played for his country at the World Cup, is “open to leaving Juventus” and could be available for £22m. (Daily Express via La Gazetta dello Sport)

Fellaini to make decision on 1 July

Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini will announce next week where his future lies. The 30-year-old’s United contract expires on 30 June and he has been linked with a move to Arsenal. Speaking before Belgium’s World Cup clash with England, Fellaini said: “I am not worried about my contract running out, I am used to it. I am strong enough mentally to deal with it. Soon I will say where I will be playing next season. On 1 July.” (Sky Sports)

Mateo Kovacic: Real Madrid to Manchester United

Manchester United are reported to be ready to make a move for Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic. The 24-year-old Croatian international recently admitted he was seeking regular first-team football and was prepared to leave the European champions. (The Sun)

Ings to leave Liverpool

Danny Ings has reluctantly decided to leave Liverpool this summer because he wants first-team football. Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp would prefer to see the 25-year-old forward stay at Anfield. (The Daily Telegraph)

Juventus eye Golovin not Wilshere

Juventus are keen to nab Russia World Cup star Aleksandr Golovin from CSKA Moscow. Meanwhile, the Italian champions have ruled out signing Jack Wilshere when his Arsenal contract expires. (Goal.com)