Transfer news LIVE: Liverpool make £113m Wirtz offer, Inter inquire about Hojlund, Spurs target Frank as new manager
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THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are finally here - with some huge deals already in the pipeline.
Liverpool have made an offer worth £113million for Florian Wirtz, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.
Elsewhere, Inter have made an inquiry about out-of-form Man Utd striker Rasmus Hojlund
In other news, Tottenham have sacked Ange Postecoglou, and are looking to bring in Brentford manager Thomas Frank as his replacement.
Follow ALL the latest news, moves and completed deals with our live blog below...
Granit interest
Former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka is a summer target for AC Milan.
The Swiss star has been a rock in midfield for Bayer Leverkusen since leaving the Emirates in the summer of 2023.
Kicker report Milan are ready to bid for the 32-year-old, who had 11 goal contributions in 33 Bundesliga games last term.
Credit: Getty Tottenham next manager odds
Here's who's the likeliest to take over the hot seat at Tottenham after Ange Postecoglou's dismissal.
Odds from talkSPORT BET:
- Thomas Frank 1/2
- Marco Silva 8/1
- Michael Carrick 8/1
- Oliver Glasner 12/1
- Carlos Corberan 12/1
- Xavi 14/1
- Scott Parker 20/1
Tell me Mor
Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers has emerged as a summer transfer target for Arsenal.
According to , the Gunners would have to offer a “significant fee” to prize Rogers away from Villa Park.
The playmaker only joined Villa in 2023 for £15million from Middlesbrough and extended his contract until 2030 last November.
But missing out on the Champions League could see players moved away this summer as the Villans are at serious risk from PSR rules, according to research undertaken by .
The club have lost £206.2m in the past two seasons, the highest deficit in the Premier League in that time.
Research from the outlet suggests project Villa can only lose £15m in 2024-25 and remain in line with Prem rules.
As a result, they may be forced to listen to offers for a number of stars this summer.
Viktor Gyokeres boost
Manchester United are ready to win the race for Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres.
United recently revealed total operating expenses have dropped by £41.6million to £162.1m in the latest quarterly club accounts after Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s brutal cost cutting.
That is despite the cash spent on the Glazers’ debt spiralling to a staggering £1.2billion.
Man Utd’s gradual U-turn in club finances means they are ready to pip Arsenal to land Gyokeres.
The striker has an £85m release clause but it is understood that the Portuguese giants would accept a fee closer to £60m this summer.
United boss Ruben Amorim is now ready to raid his former club after the boost in their accounts.
More Tottenham departures
Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy has lost his right-hand woman in executive director Donna Cullen, who has left after 20 years of service.
Elsewhere, Ryan Mason has also left the club to further his managerial career by taking up the vacant position at Championship side West Brom.
They are set to be the first two of many departures this summer after Ange Postecoglou's dismissal as manager.
The shake-up also includes the appointment of Vinai Venkatesham as CEO, who previously served bitter rivals Arsenal in the same role.
Sources add these moves could be the prelude to majority owners Enic pumping fresh funds into the club.
Liverpool bid for Wirtz
Liverpool have raised their bid for Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.
According to Sky Sports, the Reds have offered a staggering £113million to Leverkusen for Wirtz.
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano reports a deal for the playmaker could be completed in the next few days.
Negotiations between the two clubs are at the final stages with final details being sorted.
Then the Germany international will travel for his medical at Anfield.
Bryan Mbeumo price
Brentford have named their price for Bryan Mbeumo ahead of the summer transfer window.
Manchester United are rigorously trying to sign Mbeumo after landing Matheus Cunha from Wolves.
But United will not be able to sign the winger on the cheap.
According to The Independent, the Bees want more than £60million for the Cameroon international.
Latest on Rodrygo
Real Madrid star Rodrygo continues to pose as one of Arsenal’s top targets.
The Gunners are aiming to bolster their attack, with the disgruntled forward fitting the bill.
According to Sky Sports, a deal could move forward following the international break.
The Brazil international is facing immense competition at Real with Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham ahead of him.
Frank favourite for Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham with Brentford boss Thomas Frank the frontrunner to take over.
Spurs are expected to make a decision on Postecoglou's successor next week but there is yet to be any contact with the Bees.
Frank poses as the favourite but there are other candidates, such as Fulham's Marco Silva and Crystal Palace's Oliver Glasner.
Firing Postecoglou and hiring the Danish tactician could prove a costly business, with the former’s compensation in the millions and the latter’s release clause believed to be around £10million.
The Aussie head coach also walks away with £2m in bonus for landing the Europa League - the club’s first trophy since the League Cup in 2008.
Sesko keen on Arsenal
RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko is keen on a move to Arsenal this summer.
That is according to transfer insider Florian Plettenberg, who reports negotiations between the Gunners and Sesko are advancing positively.Plettenberg adds there has been "clear progress" regarding personal terms, but no full verbal agreement has been reached yet.
The North Londoners have also not submitted an official offer to Leipzig.
Nevertheless, the striker is keen on a move to the Emirates this summer.Inter-ested
Inter Milan are amongst the clubs looking at signing Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United this summer.
Hojlund has struggled to find form since his arrival at Old Trafford and looks set for the exit doors in the coming month.
Fabrizio Romano has reiterated that Champions League finalists Inter remain keen on the 22-year-old, despite the exit of boss Simone Inzaghi this week.
Hojlund managed four goals in 32 Premier League appearances this season.
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Tottenham praised Ange Postecoglou’s contribution but also revealed that a “unanimous” decision was taken within the board to move on.
Spurs insist they have to compete on all fronts after their worst ever Premier League season.
And news regarding Postecoglou’s successor will soon be shared in due course.
Here’s Tottenham’s full statement after Ange Postecoglou’s dismissal:
Ange Postecoglou dismissal statement
Tottenham released a lengthy statement explaining their decision to dismiss manager Ange Postecoglou:
FOLLOWING a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties.
Ange joined us from Celtic in the summer of 2023 and oversaw a period of change on the pitch, returning us to the attacking brand of football that has traditionally been associated with the Club, while writing a new chapter in our history by leading us to UEFA Europa League glory in Bilbao last month - an achievement that will live with us all forever.
We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the Club. Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw.
However, the Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the Club for a change to take place. Following a positive start in the 2023/24 Premier League (PL) season, we recorded 78 points from the last 66 PL games. This culminated in our worst-ever PL finish last season. At times there were extenuating circumstances - injuries and then a decision to prioritise our European campaign. Whilst winning the Europa League this season ranks as one of the Club’s greatest moments, we cannot base our decision on emotions aligned to this triumph.
It is crucial that we are able to compete on multiple fronts and believe a change of approach will give us the strongest chance for the coming season and beyond. This has been one of the toughest decisions we have had to make and is not a decision that we have taken lightly, nor one we have rushed to conclude. We have made what we believe is the right decision to give us the best chance of success going forward, not the easy decision.
We have a talented, young squad and Ange has given us a great platform to build upon. We should like to express our gratitude to him. We wish him well for the future - he will always be welcome back at our home.
News on the appointment of a new Head Coach will be announced in due course.
Ange Postecoglou ‘SACKED’
Tottenham have fired Ange Postecoglou!
After weeks of deliberation by Spurs chairman Daniel Levy the decision was made to sack Postecoglou.
That is despite the fact the Aussie tactician ended the North Londoners’ 17-year run without a trophy.
The 59-year-old head coach made history by beating Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final.
Franco Mastantuono blow
A number of clubs have been dealt a massive blow in their bid to sign River Plate star Franco Mastantuono, who is one of the most in-demand prospects in world football.
However, Mastantuono appears to be on his way to Real Madrid, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
It is reported the playmaker has agreed to every detail on his contract with Real.
Los Blancos have now started club-to-club negotiations with River Plate.
Manchester United, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan have also targeted the 17-year-old, who has been duvet the "Argentine Phil Foden".
Gunners in Sesko chase
Arsenal are in talks with RB Leipzig to sign striker Benjamin Sesko, according to reports.
The Gunners are desperate to bolster their front line this summer.
Per Sky Sports, Mikel Arteta's side are mulling over a £70m bid for the 22-year-old.
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Man Utd place Mbeumo bid
The Red Devils have lodged a second bid for Bryan Mbeumo, according to reports.
United first offer of £45m plus £10m in add-ons was turned down by Brentford.
Per transfer reporter Ben Jacobs, Ruben Amorim's side have come back with an improved offer worth more than £60m.
Man Utd striker chase
Manchester United will still want to sign a striker even if they get Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford.
The Red Devils are keen to sew up a deal for the Brentford ace, following the £62.5m arrival of Wolves star Matheus Cunha.
Per Sky Sports, Ruben Amorim's side will still be in the market for a No9, with both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee having struggled.
Arsenal chase Real star
Rodrygo has emerged as one of Arsenal's top targets this summer.
The Gunners are aiming to bolster their attack, with the disgruntled Real Madrid ace fitting the bill.
Per Sky Sports, a deal could move forward following the international break.
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Liverpool cult hero Roberto Firmino has been linked with a sensational move to Real Madrid, reports claim.
Real are looking for an experienced goalscorer to support Kylian Mbappe up top, after finishing second behind LaLiga champions Barcelona this season.
It comes just days after Madrid swooped Liverpool boyhood star Trent Alexander-Arnold, who ended his 20-year career at Anfield for sunny Spain.
And according to Spanish outlet AS Sport, Madrid are in the hunt for a new Joselu-like figure to come to the Bernabeu - with Al-Ahli ace Firmino fitting the bill.
Juric back
Ivan Juric is back in management following his disasterous stint with Southampton.
The manager was sacked before the end of the season after replacing Russell Martin.
He is reportedly back in a job and will be in the dugout of Serie A outfit Atalanta next season.
Wilson to stay?
Callum Wilson is in talks to extend his stay at Newcastle United.
The veteran striker joins goalkeeper John Ruddy who coul yet stay at St James Park.
The news comes as it was announced that Jamal Lewis will leave the club upon his contract expiry.
Lloyd Kelly will also leave permanently for Juventus after his loan ends.
Gomes to reject PL
Angel Gomes is reportedly set to reject a return to the Premier League.
The former Manchester United prospect has established himself in world football after leaving England.
After excelling in Portugal, he moved to France with Lille and earned his first England caps.
After leaving Lille at the end of his contract he was linked with West Ham and Tottenham.
However, reports in France claim he is set to stay in Ligue and join Marseille.
However, reports in France claim he is set to stay in Ligue and join Marseille.
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Victor Boniface could be on the move this summer according to reports.
The Nigerian striker has previously been linked with the likes of Chelsea, West Ham and Newcastle in the past.
Boniface was thought to be moving to Saudi in January before his move collapsed.
Fabrizio Romano has now claimed that Bayer Leverkusen could part ways with the forward if a good proposal arrives.
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West Ham are reportedly interested in signing Djordje Petrovic from cross-London rivals Chelsea.
The 25-year-old impressed last season during his loan spell at Strasbourg in France.
The Hammers are keen on a new goalkeeper this summer to compete with Alphonse Areola after Lukasz Fabianski left.
The Daily Mail have claimed that Petrovic could be the man to fill the void.
However, Aaron Ramsdale has also been linked with the London Stadium.
Osimhen update
Viktor Osimhen could be left in limbo yet again, according to reports.
The Nigerian striker was tipped with a move to Saudi outfit Al-Hilal.
However, it has been claimed that the club has left the race to sign him due to his cost being too high.
Reports suggest that Osimhen was demanding a salary of £500,000-a-week.
