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Liverpool have already secured their first signing of the summer after confirming that Fabio Carvalho will join the club, and now a new update has emerged from a reliable source.
According to Italian transfer insider and journalist Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool’s intentions for the former Fulham player have been revealed.
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Romano tweeted:
“Liverpool won’t loan Fabio Carvalho out next season. He’s gonna be part of the first team as Jurgen Klopp is convinced he could become an important player very soon.
“Fulham wanted him to stay on loan but it’s never been an option, and Klopp is waiting for Carvalho.”
The prospect of having a new young player joining the team and being integrated in the side ahead of next season will surely excite Liverpool supporters, especially after seeing the impact new signing Luis Diaz has made on the attacking threat of the team in such a short time.
Carvalho has been impressive during his time in the Championship with Fulham, and his performances have clearly caught the eye of the powers at the Merseyside club with the view that he can play an important part in the team next season.
In 36 appearances the 19-year-old has scored ten goals and contributed eight assists, creating 13 big chances, making 1.7 key passes and 1.1 tackles whilst winning the majority of his ground duels (51%) and proving successful in the majority of his dribbles (53%). That’s evidence that he could offer a fresh perspective in terms of creativity and comfortably compete for a spot in the attacking positions of the team.
It was originally thought that the youngster would be loaned back to Fulham and the newly Premier League promoted side were reportedly keen for the star to return to Craven Cottage for another season, but it’s clear now given Romano’s report that it won’t be a possibility.
With that being said, the Reds can now look forward to seeing the young player thrive in their team and see the potential he can offer first-hand at Anfield. It will be interesting but exciting to see how he fits into the already hugely competitive starting line-up next season.
Ross Wilson could be onto another Rangers masterclass with shades of the Gers’ 2019 swoop for Joe Aribo.
Giovanni van Bronckhorst is looking at bringing in his own signings to Ibrox during the summer transfer window, as there will almost certainly be some outgoings.
Journalist Alan Nixon reported Rangers’ interest in Bolton winger Oladapo Afolayan earlier this month, and it’s certainly a transfer which could work out quite well if the Light Blues secure his signature.
The £3.4k-p/w forward has been impressive in League One this season with the Trotters, scoring 12 goals and registering three assists as the club finished ninth.
Valued at just £1.5m, it seems likely that Bolton would want a bigger fee than that, but it is a move that Wilson should be strongly considering, and he could well land his next £20m talent in the winger.
Aribo, who was signed from Charlton Athletic in the same division three seasons ago for a paltry £300,000, has been touted as a £20m player; and if Wilson manages to pull off a move for the Bolton gem, then it could be another shrewd signing from the Ibrox chief.
Rangers rely heavily on Ryan Kent on the left wing, with the ex-Liverpool man posting 20 assists this season, so another player in this position would be a big boost for the squad.
Afolayan possesses the goalscoring ability to make him a threat to the opposition, and his versatility is also a key strength. He can play anywhere across the front three, a trait which will likely impress Van Bronckhorst.
Journalist Derek Clark recently hailed the 24-year-old’s “top notch” mentality, and the winger certainly seems to have a bright future.
Rangers will ideally be looking to get the majority of their transfer business done as early as possible in order to allow new players to bed into the squad well before the 2022/23 season starts.
Wilson should be acting fast on a move for Afolayan, who could be another transfer masterclass just like Aribo.
Wolverhampton Wanderers are set for a busy summer transfer window according to Bruno Lage, and they may have now identified their first singing before the window has even opened.
Portuguese news outlet JN has reported that Wolves will join the race for and reignite their interest to sign Porto midfielder Sergio Oliveira.
As per the report, the Midlands club are interested in offering Oliveira a fresh start in England after Roma, where he had been on loan this season, did not trigger the £11m release clause to secure his signing ahead of the summer transfer window.
There have been numerous reports linking Ruben Neves with a move away from Molineux this summer, with Barcelona and Manchester United reportedly expressing an interest in the midfielder, so Oliveira could be the perfect heir to his compatriot in the Black Country.
The 30-year-old, who was dubbed “important” and a “champion” by Roma manager Jose Mourinho, has been a solid and dependable performer for the Serie A club this season.
In the most recent Serie A campaign, Oliveira scored two goals, delivered one assist and created two big chances, along with making 1.1 key passes, 1.9 tackles and 27.3 accurate passes per game, He was successful in the majority of his dribbles (53%) and completed the majority of his duels (58%) in 14 league appearances.
It’s safe to say that his loan spell has been successful at Roma, playing all but one game in the Europa Conference League knockout rounds and even scoring the winning goal in their first game in the tournament against Vitesse. The Giallorossi went on to win the competition, claiming their first European trophy in over 60 years.
Replacing Neves would be no easy task if the 25-year-old were to leave the Black Country this summer, so Lage will need to identify potential replacements who can fit into the team, offering consistent performances in midfield and making an instant impact next season.
With that in mind, the signing of Oliveira would be a major coup for Wolves, as he is experienced at a high level and could make an instant impact in the team following his success with Mourinho’s Roma.
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Journalist Tom Coleman has now revealed some Sunderland transfer news on Lynden Gooch.
Gooch is out of contract at the Stadium of Light at the end of the month, meaning that he can leave as a free agent once it expires.
The Wearside club have opened talks over a new deal, but both parties have not been able to come to an agreement as of yet.
Taking to Twitter, Coleman has revealed that Swansea City have now shown an ‘interest’ in signing Gooch, but Alex Neil is ‘keen’ to keep him for next season:
“I’m told Swansea City have shown an interest in Sunderland’s Lynden Gooch. American winger is out of contract this summer, although Alex Neil is keen to keep him at the SoL following their promotion back to the Championship.”
Expanding in his article for Wales Online, the journalist added that Preston North End are also ‘keeping tabs’ on his situation, while a wide man is ‘top’ of the agenda for the Swans.
The Black Cats should be looking to tie Gooch down to a new contract at all costs, especially with the threat that he could join a Championship rival.
He was a six assists that helped them win promotion from League One.
Gooch is also just 26 years of age, and so is about to enter his prime. SAFC will want to be the beneficiaries from those prime years, or at the very least be able to sell him for a sizeable transfer fee next time around, rather than letting him go for free now.
In other news, find out who Sunderland are now showing an ‘interest’ in here!
An update has emerged regarding Newcastle United’s interest in Joaquin Correa in the summer transfer window…
According to Calciomercato, the Magpies have now entered the race to land the forward as Dan Ashworth plots a swoop for the Inter gem.
The report claims that the Serie A giants, who signed him for €30m (£26m), are looking for a club to take the striker off their hands, and the Toon are now attempting to pounce on the opportunity to sign him.
It is stated that the Premier League club have been hit with a number of rejections in their pursuit of a new number nine in the transfer window so far.
By snapping up the Argentina international this summer, Newcastle could land their own version of Champions League final goalscorer Kai Havertz.
The German scored the winner in European club football’s premier competition in 2021 for Chelsea, and FBRef lists him as one of the most similar players to the 27-year-old predator in Europe’s top five leagues over the last 365 days.
In 12 Serie A starts for Inter, Correa scored six goals and provided one assist as he struggled to make the starting XI on a regular basis. This comes after 17 goals and five assists in his last 47 league outings for Lazio prior to his move to the San Siro.
Simeone Inzaghi, who has managed him at Lazio and Inter, previously lauded the attacker, saying: “Correa is a formidable player, he is very intelligent tactically, he sacrifices a lot for the team. I am happy with his double, when he has no problems and can train continuously he always proves to be able to play at the highest levels.”
Both Havertz and Correa can play as an attacking midfielder or in a false nine role as they drop deep to collect possession and progress the play. The latter ranks in the 92nd percentile or higher in progressive passes, progressive carries and touches in the penalty area per 90, whilst the Chelsea man ranks between the 80th and 95th in those statistics – comparing them to other players in their positions in Europe’s top five leagues.
This shows that both players excel at driving their team forward by either playing forward passes or dribbling with the ball to start attacks.
Therefore, Newcastle can find their own Havertz in a deal for Correa. Eddie Howe will surely love to have a false nine/attacking midfielder who can progress the play whilst also chipping in with goals, as it would allow him to play another striker, whether that is Callum Wilson or a certain Frenchman from Reims…
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A further update on the status of Nottingham Forest target Dean Henderson has been issued.
As per Fabrizio Romano, the deal is fast developing, with the Italian taking to his personal Twitter page to reveal further details.
Romano said: “Dean Henderson deal update. Talks in progress also today between Man United and Nottingham Forest, no agreement yet on buy option clause value so it could be removed. Deal could be completed on simple loan. Work in progress.”
Having made no appearances in the Premier League this season for Manchester United, it is time for 25-year-old Henderson to find pastures new.
Under the tutelage of Steve Cooper, Henderson could well rejuvenate his career and take influence from James Garner, who has enjoyed an emphatic couple of seasons at the City Ground.
Whilst there is a slight twist in the buy-out fee, a simple loan, as Romano puts it, may be the Englishman’s best option.
That is, of course, when you consider the competition for the number one spot at Forest, given Samba’s emphatic efforts between the sticks throughout their Championship promotion campaign.
Rather appallingly, Henderson made just 1-1 draw against BSC Young Boys, and even then – having acquired a save percentage of 75% – was only given 68 minutes on the pitch before third choice Tom Heaton replaced him.
Forest may well be in for a real scrap in their bid to renew their Premier League status this season, and a goalkeeper who understands what it takes to avoid relegation, as well as one that will be hungry to prove a point, may well help to get the Tricky Trees over the line.
This is a fantastic deal and Romano’s latest update points in all the right directions for Cooper and co who will no doubt love to sign the stopper.
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GiveMeSport columnist and transfer reporter Dean Jones has shared what could be another significant update as Manchester City continue their chase for Leeds United star Kalvin Phillips.
After the Blues clinched a fourth Premier League title in five seasons, extending their English dominance in the most dramatic final-day win possible, manager Pep Guardiola isn’t resting on his laurels.
The departure of club legend Fernandinho has left a hole that needs to be filled in defensive midfield as Guardiola and sporting director Txiki Begiristain set their sights on the Brazilian’s heir.
Whites midfielder Phillips is believed to be a top target with reports suggesting an official bid is inevitable.
Writing for GMS, Jones has now claimed that the Elland Road side are already preparing to lose their star man this summer.
This comes as City are ‘expected to make an offer’ for Phillips, and if it’s close to Leeds’ £50million demand, a ‘deal is expected to progress’ with an agreement possible.
£50m is fairly reasonable for an established England international who has been revered for his unique style, famously drawing comparisons to Italy footballing icon Andrea Pirlo.
Former Leeds midfielder Andrew Hughes, speaking to The Athletic last year, branded Phillips a ‘very special’ player and the homegrown ace’s numbers from 2021/22 back how he could fit in at Eastlands.
The tenacious player, as per WhoScored, averaged more tackles per 90 in the top flight that any of Guardiola’s current crop, highlighting how he could potentially add something different in a rotation with Rodri.
If a City agreement can indeed progress, the signing of Phillips wouldn’t be a bad way to follow the arrivals of both Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez.
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Fabrizio Romano has now shared a significant update on Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer plans ahead of the 2022/23 Premier League season.
As per reports, Spurs head coach Antonio Conte has been linked with a move for Denmark star Christian Eriksen throughout this transfer window.
It has been claimed by some sources that north London is a likely destination for the 30-year-old as the Lilywhites and their sporting director Fabio Paratici reportedly eye a reunion with the former Spurs playmaker.
Sharing an update out of the club over the last 48 hours, Romano has now made a claim involving Eriksen and Spurs.
Indeed, the reliable journalist may have shared some significant news for Tottenham supporters who wish to see their former star make a sensational return to N17.
Romano explained on Sunday morning (via Twitter): “Christian Eriksen’s decision on future club now finally getting closer. He’s gonna communicate with his agent in the next hours/days to make a final decision.
“Many proposals on the table, while Brentford have still hope – Spurs, now focused on different targets.”
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Hailed as a ‘superstar’ by Brentford ace Pontus Jansson in March, Eriksen finished 2021/22 as their best-performing player by average match rating and made more key passes per 90 than anyone in Thomas Frank’s squad (WhoScored).
Spurs could’ve signed the 30-year-old for zero transfer cost, and we believe that Paratici should reconsider a move for the Danish maestro before it’s potentially too late.
Eriksen would add an injection of creativity in the final third for Conte – his 2.7 key passes per game last season was superior to everyone at Tottenham – and could come as a very useful squad player.
West Ham United have a handful of players in their current squad who are currently in their 30s.
The likes of Lukasz Fabianski, Angelo Ogbonna, Craig Dawson and Michail Antonio make up some of the Hammers’ oldest squad members.
Another more senior player in David Moyes’ ranks is Aaron Cresswell, who joined the east London club back in 2014 from Ipswich Town in a deal worth a reported fee of over £2m. Since then, the left-back has gone on to make 292 appearances for the Irons across all competitions, scoring 10 goals and delivering 34 assists along the way.
Having made 42 appearances for the club across all competitions last season, the 32-year-old is clearly an important figure for Moyes despite his advanced age.
With his contract at the London Stadium set to expire next summer, the current transfer window could give the Hammers the chance to secure a potential long-term replacement for the Englishman.
One man with whom the club have been linked and who could fit this particular bill is David Raum.
After working his way through the youth ranks at Greuther Furth and making 99 senior appearances, with six goals and 23 assists along the way, the left-back joined Hoffenheim last summer.
His debut season with the club saw the 24-year-old – who is currently valued at £18m by Transfermarkt – find the net three times and supply 13 assists in 32 Bundesliga matches.
This shows just how much of an attacking threat he can offer, in a similar way that Cresswell has done for the Irons since his arrival in east London.
From a defensive point of view, the German won more tackles and recorded more successful pressures, blocks and interceptions than the Hammers veteran, highlighting just how tough he can be without the ball and also being deadly with it going forward.
Described by Jan Aage Fjortoft on Twitter as a player with a “great engine”, Raum could be the ideal heir for Cresswell at West Ham, given his clear talent for defending his goal whilst being a nuisance for opposition defences too.
Should an opportunity to secure a transfer for the Germany international arise this summer, the east Londoners should put themselves at the front of the queue to bring him to England.
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