Cliff Notes – Transfer Rumours, News: Arsenal Eye Lookman, Mbeumo, Gittens
- Arsenal have shortlisted Ademola Lookman, Bryan Mbeumo, and Jamie Gittens as potential attacking reinforcements to support Bukayo Saka.
- Napoli are reportedly competing with Liverpool for Kevin De Bruyne, who is set to leave Manchester City when his contract expires in July.
Transfer Rumours, News: Arsenal Eye Lookman, Mbeumo, Gittens
Atalanta flyer Ademola Lookman tops a three-man shortlist of Arsenal targets, while Napoli have joined Liverpool in the race to sign Kevin De Bruyne. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip from around the globe.
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TOP STORIES
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– Arsenal have shortlisted Bryan Mbeumo, Jamie Gittens and Ademola Lookman in their search for a new attacker, TEAMtalk has revealed. The Gunners are exploring the possibility of signing Lookman as a back-up right-wing option, to take the burden off star forward Bukayo Saka. The 27-year-old Atalanta star has primarily been deployed as a second striker this season, although he has featured on the right side of an attacking trio in previous campaigns. The outlet says Manchester United, Newcastle United and Juventus are also keen on Lookman.
– Napoli could rival Liverpool for Kevin De Bruyne’s signature this summer, Gianluca Di Marzio reports. The Manchester City midfielder will move on when his contract ends in July and he has been heavily linked with a move to MLS in recent weeks. However, Di Marzio asserts that Liverpool have already tabled a contract to the Belgium international and that Napoli could soon do the same. The Serie A club are “seriously trying” to land De Bruyne, which would see him link up with international teammate, and long-time friend, Romelu Lukaku.
– Real Madrid are hoping to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté when his contract expires next summer, according to Marca. Los Blancos are planning on recruiting Arsenal’s William Saliba via the same method, although in his case, they’ll have to wait until 2027. However, L’Équipe reports that Arsenal are stepping up plans to extend Saliba’s deal. Madrid’s immediate centre-back target is AFC Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen, who has a £50 million release. Chelsea and Liverpool are expected to provide competition for the 20-year-old.
– Leeds United are weighing up a move for Everton striker Beto, according to Sky Sports News. The Whites are expected to have over £100m to spend on new signings this summer, such is the level of their ambition to remain in the Premier League next season. Any deal for Beto, 27, would make a significant dent in that budget, as he moved to Everton from Udinese for £20m two years ago and is under contract at Goodison Park until 2027.
– Napoli and Juventus are interested in signing Girona left-back Miguel Gutiérrez, according to Nicolo Schira. The 23-year-old has also been linked with Atlético Madrid, but reportedly turned down their advances due to his connections to cross-city rivals Real Madrid. Gutiérrez has enjoyed an impressive campaign in LaLiga, where he has contributed five assists in 29 matches to date.
OTHER RUMORS
– Aston Villa will step up their search for a new goalkeeper as doubts grow over the future of Emiliano Martinez. The 32-year-old extended his contract through to 2029 last year, but Villa could look to sign a younger keeper on a lower wage. Espanyol’s Joan Garcia, 24, is linked. (Daily Mail)
– Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are keeping tabs on Bayer Leverkusen striker Patrik Schick. The Czechia international could be available for €30m-40m after scoring 30 goals for club and country this season. (CaughtOffside)
– Central defender Lloyd Kelly has played enough matches for Juventus for his season-long loan from Newcastle United to be turned into a permanent transfer. Kelly will cost €14.5m, payable in three financial years, with bonuses of up to €6.5m based upon reaching certain sporting objectives. (Calciomercato)
– Napoli are ready to turn to former AC Milan and Juventus boss Massimiliano Allegri if Antonio Conte leaves the club at the end of the season. (TMW)