Chelsea want wonderkid Cherki
Chelsea are weighing up a bid for Lyon wonderkid Rayan Cherki.
According to reports, the 19-year-old is the latest young star on the Blues’ radar after a breakout season for Lyon last term, scoring five goals and providing six assists.
Lyon are open to selling and want around £43million for the youngster.
Tottenham to sign defender
Tottenham are set to sign Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven in a £30million deal, reports John Cross.
The Dutch defender has agreed to join Spurs this summer and now the two clubs are left to finalise the final details.
But it is understood that the 6’4ft in Dutch under-21 international is ready to make the switch.
Arsenal make Henrichs move
Arsenal have opened talks with Benjamin Henrichs over a summer move.
That’s according to Sky Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, who claims Mikel Arteta is driving the interest.
Barnes set to snub Newcastle and Spurs
Newcastle United and Tottenham are reportedly set to miss out on the signing of Harvey Barnes as the Leicester City star closes in on a move to join West Ham United.
Barnes was part of the side that were relegated to the Championship last season, but he is poised to remain in the top flight as he picks his next club, with David Moyes’ side in pole position to land the winger ahead of their Premier League rivals.
Steven Gerrard appointed as new Al Ettifaq boss
Steven Gerrard’s move to Saudi Arabia has now been officially confirmed.
The Liverpool legend has been appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq, who finished seventh last season.
Gerrard replaces Antonio Cazorla, the Spaniard who had been placed in temporary charge following the exit of Frenchman Patrice Carteron back in February.
Done Deals
JOSH KOROMA SIGNS NEW TOWN CONTRACT!
We’re delighted to announce that Josh Koroma has agreed a new contract at Huddersfield Town!
The exciting winger, who showed arguably his best form in a Town shirt under Neil Warnock’s management at the conclusion of the 2022/23 season, has put pen-to-paper on a new deal that runs until the summer of 2025.
BVB sign Felix Nmecha
Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund have signed Germany international Felix Nmecha, 22, from VfL Wolfsburg. The midfielder penned a contract until 30 June 2028 on Monday.
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