Euro Paper Talk: Liverpool’s £80m double deal progresses with Edwards ‘intensifying’ pursuit of Argentine star; Brighton player reveals dream of joining Man City
Liverpool are nearing the signings of players from Serie A and the Primeira Liga, while a Brighton forward has expressed his desire to join Manchester City. Meanwhile, Chelsea is targeting a Paris Saint-Germain star.
LIVERPOOL EYE DOUBLE SIGNIN
Liverpool have received a significant boost in their pursuit of Juventus’ Federico Chiesa and have reportedly intensified their efforts to sign an Argentine star. Chiesa has been linked to Liverpool for some time as the club looks to bolster their attack and prepare for the potential departure of Mo Salah.
Despite staying at Juventus so far, new reports from Italy suggest contract talks have stalled, making Chiesa’s move this summer more likely. Juventus has reduced his price tag from over £50 million to €25 million (£21 million) to avoid losing him on a free transfer next summer.
Liverpool is also targeting 22-year-old Porto midfielder Alan Varela. According to journalist Eduardo Burgos, Liverpool executives Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes have intensified their interest in Varela, who is also on Arsenal and Newcastle United’s radar. Varela’s release clause is €70 million (£60 million), but Liverpool aims to negotiate a lower fee.
The potential double signing of Chiesa and Varela could cost Liverpool £81 million, although they hope to reduce Varela’s price.
CHELSEA PURSUE PSG FORWARD
Chelsea has a strong interest in PSG winger Ousmane Dembele, who they had considered before his move from Barcelona (various sources).
OTHER TRANSFER NEWS
Galatasaray and AC Milan are interested in Tottenham full-back Emerson Royal, who has been told he can leave by manager Ange Postecoglou (Takvim).
Barcelona has joined Bayern Munich in planning a major bid for Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes (O Jogo).
Additionally, Saudi club Al-Nassr may offer up to €150 million (£128 million) to pair Fernandes with Cristiano Ronaldo (CaughtOffside).
Antonio Conte has signed a three-year contract to manage Napoli, with an official announcement imminent (Il Mattino).
WEST HAM IN SHOCK FORWARD MOVE
West Ham United may soon make an offer to bring former Crystal Palace star Wilfried Zaha back to England from Galatasaray (Fotospor).
The Irons are also linked with a move for Youssef En-Nesyri, who was managed by Julen Lopetegui at Sevilla (AS).
OTHER TRANSFER NEWS
Chelsea has a strong interest in PSG winger Ousmane Dembele, whom they considered before his move from Barcelona (various).
Galatasaray and AC Milan are both pursuing Tottenham full-back Emerson Royal, who has been told he can leave by Ange Postecoglou (Takvim).
LIVERPOOL’S TRANSFER PLANS
Liverpool are nearing the signings of players from Serie A and the Primeira Liga. They have intensified their pursuit of Juventus’ Federico Chiesa and Porto’s Alan Varela. Chiesa’s transfer has become more likely as contract talks with Juventus have stalled, reducing his price to €25 million (£21 million). Liverpool is also negotiating with Porto for Varela, who has a €70 million (£60 million) release clause, aiming for a double swoop worth £81 million (Eduardo Burgos).
OTHER NEWS
Brighton forward Deniz Undav, currently on loan at Stuttgart, has expressed a desire to play for Manchester City, Barcelona, or Real Madrid (Bild).