The Daily Mirror reveals that Alex Song is looking for a new club in the Premier League, with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Everton and West Ham United, being identified as potential destinations, after it was confirmed by the Blaugrana hierarchy that the 26 year old’s career at the Camp Nou is coming to a close, come the end of the season. It is believed that a number of Italian clubs are also interested in his services.
Turkish delight for Sagna
Galatasaray have placed on the table, a deal worth 100,000 pounds per week, for Bacary Sagna, as interest from Inter Milan, Paris St. Germain, Monaco and Manchester City continues to rise, reports the Daily Mail. Meanwhile, the ongoing discussion between Sagna’s representatives and Arsenal board, regarding a new deal, is showing no signs of any progress with the Gunners unprepared to go beyond their existing offer of 75,000 pounds per week.
A permanent deal for the Moroccan?
Stoke City boss Mark Hughes is hoping to strike a deal with Liverpool for their on-loan winger, Oussama Assaidi, reports the Daily Express. Assaidi, who is yet to feature prominently for the Reds, has impressed Hughes with his performances and dedication, and the former Manchester City manager is confident that, if judged surplus to requirement at Anfield, the 25 year old might consider the Potters as one of his preferred destinations for next season. Hughes was quoted as having said, “Ozzy isn't our player - but he has done really well and we will talk about his future. We have been good for him and he's been good for us but I don't know where his future lies because we haven't had those conversations yet.”
Lyon youngster on the radar of European trio
The Daily Express has reported that Liverpool are making all the right noises in the pursuit of Alexandre Lacazette, the 22 year old forward from Lyon, who has grabbed the attention of a number of top European club, including the likes of Juventus and Arsenal. The Reds have reportedly opened up preliminary talks with the player’s representatives with a potential move during the upcoming summer window, being the primary point of discussion.
Rodgers eyeing Can and Son
Dubbed as the new Michael Ballack, Emre Can, and his South Korean counterpart, Heung Min-Son, are being pursued by Liverpool, and Brendan Rodgers has placed the Bayer Leverkusen duo on the very top of his shopping list, reports the Daily Star. Apart from their technical abilities and poise on the ball, the Northern Irishman has reportedly found the pair’s adaptable nature, very attractive, as both Can and Son are quite familiar with playing in multiple positions. A combined fee of around 24 million pounds is believed to be sufficient for testing the German club's resolve in keeping hold of their youngsters.
Chelsea eye Vidal as Lampard replacement
Jose Mourinho is already planning for his assault on the Premier League title next season according to the Mirror, who report that Arturo Vidal is being targeted by Chelsea as a long term replacement for veteran midfielder Frank Lampard. The Blues are reportedly ready to offer Juventus 20 million pounds for the Chilean powerhouse.
Evra’s replacement identified
Manchester United have lodged a formal bid for Schalke’s 20 year old left back, Sead Kolasinac, as the Red Devils’ hierarchy begins the full-fledged operation of welcoming their new manager with a young-looking team, reports the Daily Express. Though Luke Shaw continues to be their primary target, the Red Devils have identified the 8 million pound man, Kolasinac, as a more logical choice for the future. Furthermore, the Bosnian international is quite comfortable in the midfield as well. When inquired regarding the confirmation of the approach, the former Stuttgart youngster replied, “Yes, I have an offer from Manchester United. But I will not hurry the decision. I have to see what Schalke think about it.”
Van Gaal to be named United boss
Netherlands’ national team coach, Louis Van Gaal, is all set to be unveiled as David Moyes’ successor, as early as this week, and will be signing a three year deal worth 25 million pounds, believes the Daily Mirror. Ryan Giggs, who commenced his managerial tenure, with a 4-0 win over Norwich City, last weekend, is expected to be a part of his back-room staff, with the motive of grooming him as the long-term future manager of Manchester United.
Sandro to be a Gladiator?
Italian club, Roma, are eyeing a move for out-of-favour Tottenham midfielder, Sandro, after Spurs boss, Tim Sherwood, put forth his doubts regarding the Brazilian’s quality, evidenced from his comment, “There’s people ahead of Sandro”, reports the Daily Mirror.
Olympiakos set for former Liverpool reject
Tom Ince, who is currently on loan at Crystal Palace from Blackpool, is being eyed with interest by Greek club, Olympiakos, reports Channel News Asia. It is also believed that his father, Paul Ince, who was his Manager at Blackpool, might join the Olympiakos backroom staff, as an assistant to the club’s head coach, Michel. The 22 year old winger will become a free agent at the end of this season, and a number of clubs, most notably, Everton, are looking with interest at his situation with Blackpool.
Pardew targets former pupil
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew has identified the growing stature of Jonjo Shelvey, and is eyeing a move for the 22 year old in the upcoming transfer window, reports the Daily Mirror. Pardew had witnessed Shelvey’s development during his time at Charlton Athletic, where the English international was an academy graduate and knows first-hand the prowess that the former Liverpool man possesses.
Sherwood’s disgust
Tim Sherwood did not leave anything to imagine in his criticism of some of the experienced managers, who are of lately, being linked with the managerial position of Tottenham, and has described the behavior of Louis Van Gaal as a ‘tout’, reports the Telegraph. Sick of hearing the same questions, Sherwood blasted the reporters, saying, “Every time I speak to you guys it’s the same: ‘This manager’s coming in... Van Gaal, then Hoddle, this one and that one.’ Some of these managers are actually touting themselves for my job. I don’t think that’s right.”
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