Cliff Notes – Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye PSG striker Ramos
- Manchester United is reportedly interested in PSG striker Gonçalo Ramos, who scored 10 league goals this season, as they seek alternatives after missing out on Liam Delap.
- Winger Jadon Sancho is attracting interest from Saudi clubs, with reports suggesting he may leave United after a loan spell at Chelsea, despite assessing options in Europe first.
Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye PSG striker Ramos
Manchester United could turn to Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos, while winger Jadon Sancho is attracting interest from Saudi Arabia. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip from around the globe.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Manchester United could turn to Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos after missing out on Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap, says the Daily Mail. Ramos, 23, scored 10 goals in 22 league games this season as PSG romped to a treble and also netted three times in the Champions League. The Portugal international was linked with United before his €80m move from Benfica to PSG in 2023 and could be an option, though sources have told ESPN that United have stepped up their interest in Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo after completing a £62.5m move for Wolves’ Matheus Cunha.
– Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho is not wanted at the club, but could be heading to the Saudi Pro League, says the Daily Mirror. Sancho, 25, spent last season on loan at Chelsea but the Blues failed to agree terms on a deal with the former England international, a source told ESPN, and paid a £5m penalty to break their initial obligation to sign him permanently in the summer for £25m. Now Al Hilal, Al Ittihad and Al Nassr are all interested, though the winger is expected to assess his options in Europe first.
– Bayern Munich are looking to bring in a new winger, with the futures of Leroy Sané and Kingsley Coman uncertain, says Bild. Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma and Athletic Club’s Nico Williams have been linked before, but the report claims Real Sociedad’s Takefusa Kubo is top of their list. Kubo, 23, impressed in LaLiga this season and his versatility is an attractive aspect of his game for Bayern.
– Liverpool have “no plans” to part ways with winger Luis Díaz this summer, reports the Liverpool Echo. The Anfield hierarchy are reportedly “baffled” by speculation that he could leave the club, and despite interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, it is believed that manager Arne Slot sees the 28-year-old as an important part of his project. Díaz directly contributed to 18 goals in 36 Premier League matches last season, while he has also been in impressive form on international duty for Colombia.
– FC Cincinnati attacking midfielder Evander is on the radar of Galatasaray, according to Foot Mercato. The Super Lig club has reportedly kept close tabs on the 26-year-old for “some time,” and it has identified him as a potential replacement for Dries Mertens, who has decided to leave the club when his contract expires later this month. Evander has been in bright form in MLS this season, scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 15 league matches.
CONFIRMED TRANSFERS
– Paris Saint-Germain and France striker Marie-Antoinette Katoto, 26, has joined OL Lyonnes on a contract until 2029.
EXPERT TAKE
Since joining the new European champions two years ago, Ramos’ career has stuttered a bit and he is yet to cement his place in the side despite a respectable 32 goals from 86 appearances across all competitions.
Having missed the first three months of the season through injury, Ramos must have thought his time had finally come when Randal Kolo Muani departed on loan to Juventus in January. But PSG signed winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, which then saw Bradley Barcola and then Ousmane Dembélé switched to a “false No. 9” role up front, to great effect.
While a mobile, energetic and physically imposing centre-forward might not cut the ideal frontman in the eyes of PSG boss Luis Enrique, Ramos can hardly be accused of lacking in effort or productivity. Not only does he average 1.1 goal involvements per 90 minutes over the past year, but he tracks back when needed and rarely shies away from his pressing duties.
Furthermore, benefiting from playing in a possession-heavy side, Ramos ranks among the top marksmen in Europe in terms of shots on goal. His 4.6 shots on target per 90 minutes (55% on target) — for context, Bayern Munich’s Harry Kane averaged 3.4 and Man City’s Erling Haaland hit 3.1 — is an extraordinary number. That said, he does tend to score in streaks; from his 18 goals this season, there have been two hat tricks and a brace.
Ramos is a useful link-up forward able to set up combinations or provide assists and, given his age, goal-scoring average and enthusiastic style, it’s not beyond reason to suggest that he will improve his productivity in years to come. But, as a confidence player, what he needs is an undisputed starting role. A more-settled environment with clear expectations should do him a world of good.
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– Juventus are set to move for Manchester United winger Antony once his loan at Real Betis ends. The 25-year-old Brazil international impressed on his loan, scoring nine goals and providing six assists in 26 games. (UOL)
– Monaco are considering giving former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba the chance to return to football. The 32-year-old is a free agent and training in Miami after returning from an 18-month ban after testing positive for a banned substance. (RMC Sport)
– Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, 26, has received two formal offers from Galatasaray (where he has been on loan) and Al Hilal. Galatasaray are set to offer a €60m fee with €15m-a-year wages, while Saudi side Al Hilal are hoping a proposal of €40m in wages will swing the balance in their favor. (Sky Germany)
– Chelsea have a host of goalkeepers already and are open to offers for both Kepa Arrizabalaga and Robert Sanchez. (El Chiringuito)
– Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham has agreed a five-year contract with Borussia Dortmund, but a fee has yet to be confirmed. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Former Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid midfielder Luka Modric, 39, is set to agree a move to AC Milan. The 2018 Ballon d’Or winner will represent Real Madrid at the Club World Cup before making the switch to Milan and signing a one-year deal. (Gianluca Di Marzio).
– Barcelona have renewed their interest in Bayer Leverkusen left-back Alejandro Grimaldo. The 29-year-old would compete with Alejandro Balde and previously came through the club’s La Masia academy. (Mundo Deportivo)
– Inter Milan are looking to make contact with Como boss Cesc Fabregas to see whether he would be interested in replacing the outgoing Nerazzurri boss Simone Inzaghi, after he rejected advances from Roma and Bayer Leverkusen. (Gianluca di Marzio)
– Real Madrid right-back Dani Carvajal has said MLS is “one of the candidates” for a destination when he leaves the club. Carvajal, 33 — who missed most of last season with a serious knee injury — has a contract until 2026, but now faces competition for his place in the first XI from Trent Alexander-Arnold. (Marca)
– AC Milan defender Theo Hernández has been linked with a €35m move to Al Hilal but is prioritizing a move to Atletico Madrid, the club where he started his career. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
– Santos are in advanced talks to renew Neymar’s contract until June 2026. The Brazil forward returned to the club in January and his current deal expires this month. On Tuesday, Santos president Marcelo Teixeira met the player, as well as his father and agent Neymar Sr., to discuss a potential extension. (TNT)
– Botafogo are in talks to sign Benfica forward Arthur Cabral in a €15m transfer. The Brazilian club are looking to reinforce their attacking line ahead of the Club World Cup with forward Igor Jesus set to join Nottingham Forest on a permanent transfer this month. (Globoesporte)
– Villarreal have joined Barcelona, Roma and Bayer Leverkusen in the race for Rayo Vallecano fullback Andrei Ratiu. (Estadio Deportivo)
– Chelsea would only consider an offer “too good to turn down” for winger Noni Madueke, while forward Raheem Sterling is expected to leave the club after returning from his loan spell with Arsenal. (TalkSPORT)
– Several clubs, including Real Madrid, are looking at Osasuna and Croatia international forward Ante Budimir. (Diario Noticias de Navarra)
– Internazionale are interested in signing Como attacking midfielder Nico Paz. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
– A two-year contract extension until 2027 has been agreed between Schalke 04 and goalkeeper Loris Karius, who is set to sign terms officially on June 11. (Florian Plettenberg)
– An offer worth €22m will be required to land Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi amid interest from Bournemouth and clubs in Europe. (Santi Aouna)
– A move for Lille goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier is being considered by Aston Villa. (Football Insider)
– Al Ahli midfielder Gabri Veiga is set to return to Europe after an agreement was reached with FC Porto. The 23-year-old will undergo a medical with the Primeira Liga club before the move is confirmed. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Fiorentina are interested in signing Udinese attacking midfielder Florian Thauvin. (Matteo Moretto)
