Transfer News and Rumors: Chelsea to Sell England Internationals, PSG Manager Hopeful on Mbappe, Real Madrid Not Worried about Vinicius Jr, and More
Chelsea are making big moves this summer as they plan to offload two of their England internationals, right-back Reece James and midfielder Conor Gallagher, in order to avoid breaching the Premier League’s profitability and sustainability rules. The decision comes as a surprise to many fans, as both players have been key contributors to the team in recent seasons.
Meanwhile, Paris St-Germain manager Luis Enrique is still holding out hope that he can convince star forward Kylian Mbappe to stay at the club rather than make a move to Real Madrid. The 25-year-old’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, and his future remains uncertain.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is not worried about the potential departure of Brazil winger Vinicius Jr, despite speculation that the 23-year-old could leave due to racist abuse he has experienced. Ancelotti remains confident in the player’s commitment to the club.
In other news, Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim is focused on winning trophies with the club amid rumors that he could replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager. The Portuguese coach is determined to continue his success with Sporting Lisbon.
Manchester United are leading the chase for 17-year-old England youth striker Baylee Dipepa from Port Vale, while Sporting Lisbon are demanding £68.5m for in-form Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, who is attracting interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.
Bayern Munich have confirmed that German midfielder Joshua Kimmich will not extend his contract until they find a new manager to replace Thomas Tuchel, who is leaving at the end of the season. Barcelona and Chelsea are both eyeing a move for Palmeiras’ 16-year-old Brazilian Estevao Willian, with his release clause reportedly set at £51m.
Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen is frustrated with his lack of game time at Manchester United and is set to leave the club this summer. Inter Milan are eyeing Fiorentina’s 19-year-old Italian defender Michael Kayode as a potential replacement for Denzel Dumfries, while Barcelona’s Polish striker Robert Lewandowski is expected to remain at the club despite interest from Saudi Arabia.
Sunderland and Northern Ireland defender Trai Hume is attracting interest from Premier League sides Aston Villa and Bournemouth, as well as Serie A club Napoli. Feyenoord have made an approach for West Ham full-back Ben Johnson, who is now free to speak to overseas clubs. The transfer market is heating up, and fans can expect more exciting developments in the coming weeks.