Premier League transfer news and rumours
Valdano: Kane would help Real
Former Real Madrid manager Jorge Valdano believes the European champions should sign Harry Kane from Tottenham, ESPN reports.
Kane is captaining England at the World Cup and has scored five goals in two matches so far in Russia - two against Tunisia and three against Panama.
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Speaking with German publication Sport BILD, Valdano says 24-year-old Kane would be a better buy than Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski - another striker linked with a move to the Bernabeu.
Valdano, the former Argentina striker who managed Real from 1994 to 1996, said: “If I was responsible for Real, I would sign Harry Kane. He is five years younger than Lewandowski but he could still deal well with the brutal pressure that exists at Real. That’s my assessment. He already seems very mature and he’s an unbelievable finisher as well. He would help Real.”
On 8 June Spurs announced that Kane had signed a new six-year deal to stay with the north London club, The Guardian reports.
Robert Lewandowski: Bayern Munich to Manchester United/Chelsea
It’s not just Real Madrid who are interested in Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski, but also Manchester United and Chelsea. According to reports both Premier League clubs have contacted the Polish international’s agent about a potential transfer. (Daily Star)
Aaron Ramsey: Arsenal to Lazio
Welsh midfielder Aaron Ramsey could head to Lazio as a replacement for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. Serbia World Cup star Milinkovic-Savic, 23, has been linked with big-money moves to Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus. Ramsey, 27, is out of contract next year but is regarded as an important first-team player by new Arsenal boss Unai Emery. (The Sun)
Gabriel Jesus: Manchester City to Barcelona
La Liga champions Barcelona are reportedly keen on Manchester City’s Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus. The 21-year-old, who is playing for Brazil at the World Cup, has emerged as an attacking target for Barca after they were turned down by Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann. (Daily Star)
Daniele Rugani: Juventus to Chelsea
Chelsea want to make Juventus defender Daniele Rugani the first signing of the Maurizio Sarri era. Former Napoli boss Sarri is expected to take over from Antonio Conte at Stamford Bridge and he previously managed Rugani at Empoli. Chelsea have reportedly bid £35m for the 23-year-old Italy international. (London Evening Standard)
Leonardo Bonucci: AC Milan to Manchester United
Another Italian defender who could be on his way to the Premier League is Leonardo Bonucci. The AC Milan captain is a target for Manchester United. (Yahoo)
Nabil Fekir: Lyon to Manchester United
All summer long it had looked like Nabil Fekir was heading to Liverpool but it’s reported that Manchester United are now favourites to sign the French international. Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed he has met with United boss Jose Mourinho to discuss the 24-year-old attacker. (Daily Mail)
Son Heung-min: Tottenham to Liverpool/Manchester United
Spurs striker Son Heung-min is a target for Liverpool and Manchester United. The South Korean is playing for his nation at the Fifa World Cup. (Daily Mirror)
