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Mbappe links up with Aguero
Manchester City have not been officially linked with Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe but if it was up to Benjamin Mendy he would like to see the France World Cup star playing at the Etihad.
After his starring role in the World Cup victory, Mbappe is enjoying a break in Ibiza where he bumped into City striker Sergio Aguero on the beach. After Mbappe posted a picture of the meet on Twitter, City and France full-back Mendy quoted the post and added the comment: “#AgentKun do your thang bro.”
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We’ll have to wait and see if “agent” Aguero has made any headway on negotiations with the teenage superstar…
Alvaro Morata: Chelsea to AC Milan
Initial negotiations have begun between Chelsea and AC Milan regarding the potential transfer of striker Alvaro Morata. The Blues have told the Italian club they will have to pay around £62m for the Spaniard. (Sky Sports)
Gonzalo Higuain: Juventus to Chelsea
AC Milan had also been linked with Juventus striker Gonzalo Higuain, but it’s reported that Chelsea are back in “pole position” to sign the Argentine. (The Daily Telegraph)
Daniele Rugani: Juventus to Chelsea
Chelsea are also in “fresh talks” with Juventus to sign Italian defender Daniele Rugani. The 23-year-old will cost around £40m. (The Times)
Yerry Mina: Barcelona to Everton
Barcelona defender Yerry Mina is set to sign for Everton for £27m. The 23-year-old Colombian international scored three goals at the World Cup. (Goal.com)
Davy Klaassen: Everton to Werder Bremen
While Yerry Mina is set for Everton, one player who could be heading for the Goodison exit is midfielder Davy Klaassen. The Dutch international only signed for Everton from Ajax last season but is in talks with German side Werder Bremen over a £13m deal. (Liverpool Echo)
No offers for Butland
Jack Butland is keen to return to the Premier League after Stoke City’s relegation last season, but Stoke boss Gary Rowett says there have been no bids for the England goalkeeper. The £30m-rated shot-stopper has been linked with Chelsea. (The Sun)
Gabbiadini to stick with the Saints
Manolo Gabbiadini is set to stay at Southampton despite reports linking him with a move back to Italy with Lazio. The striker scored 15 goals in 56 games for Napoli before joining Southampton in January last year for £15m. (Southern Daily Echo)
