Euro Paper Talk: Man Utd gatecrash Liverpool, Newcastle efforts to sign classy Juventus forward; Everton medical booked in as Dyche gets his man
Premier League target Federico Chiesa in action for Italy
Manchester United are ready to hijack Liverpool and Newcastle’s efforts to sign a brilliant Juventus and Italy forward, while Thursday’s Euro Paper Talk claims Everton are closing in on a new winger with a medical booked in ahead of a loan switch.
TEN HAG JOINS HUNT FOR JUVE ATTACKER
Manchester United have reportedly joined Liverpool and Newcastle United in the race to sign outstanding Juventus attacker Federico Chiesa this summer.
The Red Devils are close to officially announcing the capture of Inter Milan stopper Andre Onana, while a move for Atalanta frontman Rasmus Hojlund remains a major priority for Erik ten Hag.
But now a fresh report from Corriere dello Sport claims that United are also pursuing a potential deal for Chiesa.
The report states that United are now in a three-way race with Liverpool and Newcastle for the Italy international, who is eyeing a fresh challenge away from the Bianconeri.
The Euro 2020 winner had a mixed 2022/23 season after a long-term injury, and his relationship with Juve boss Massimiliano Allegri is said to have soured.
The Turin giants are currently looking to raise at least €100million (£87m) from outgoings and are willing to allow Chiesa to leave for €50m (£43m) this summer.
The 25-year-old is regarded as one of the best forwards in Italian football and is hugely versatile, with the ability to play on either wing or as a second striker.
Injury-plagued Chiesa still a class act
However, he is not the out-and-out No.9 Teh Hag wants and United already have a number of flexible forward players to pick from.
A fully fit Chiesa is, though, a class act who would arguably walk into the current United side – most probably on the right wing in place of under-pressure duo Antony or Jadon Sancho.
After his injury issues, the Juve star did end last season on a bright note by notching four goal contributions in his final five outings, but his fitness has been a concern for some period of time.
Indeed, it’s reported that if United do make an actual offer for Chiesa then it’s more likely to be in the region of £30m – given those injury concerns.
DUTCH WINGER POSIED FOR EVERTON SWITCH
Arnaut Danjuma is expected to undergo his medicals with Everton soon, forcing AC Milan to switch focus to other targets. (Fabrizio Romano)
Liverpool will reject any offers for winger Luis Diaz following reported Al Hilal interest. (The Athletic)
Napoli have given up hopes of signing Tottenham midfielder Giovani Lo Celso this summer due to the conditions of the transfer set out by Daniel Levy. (Tutto Napoli)
Barcelona could include Franck Kessie and Ferran Torres in a potential deal for Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix. (Sport)
Saudi clubs are monitoring the situation of Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku, who is still keen on a move to Juventus. (Fabrizio Romano)
Alvaro Morata’s representatives are in Milan for negotiations with Inter after previously holding talks with Roma and Juventus about a move this summer. (Diario AS)
MORE EURO TRANSFER GOSSIP
Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby, who has been linked with Aston Villa, is pushing for a move to Al Nassr, having reached an agreement with the Saudi club. (Rudy Galetti)
Paris Saint-Germain are planning to make an opening bid of €75m for Benfica forward Goncalo Ramos. (Various)
Fiorentina are reportedly on the verge of completing a deal for Juventus midfielder Arthur, who will move to Florence on loan. (Calciomercato)
Napoli are now working to find a replacement for Kim Min-Jae and are discussing a deal for RC Lens defender Kevin Danso. (Calciomercato)
Inter Milan have completed the signing of Juan Cuadrado from Serie A rivals Juventus on a free transfer, despite protests from their own fans. (ESPN)
Alvaro Morata may be joined by Atletico teammate Yannick Carrasco in Saudi Arabia this summer. (Diario AS)
Newly promoted Genoa are edging closer to a deal for Tigre striker Mateo Retegui. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
