Chelsea have made contact with Benfica over a deal to sign highly rated Norwegian left winger Andreas Schjelderup this summer. The 22-year-old joined Benfica from Danish club Nordsjaelland in January 2023 and has since made 86 appearances for the Portuguese club. Across those appearances, Schjelderup has registered an impressive tally of 15 goals and 15 assists, establishing himself as one of Benfica’s most dangerous attackers. One of his most memorable contributions came in Benfica’s 2024-25 Portuguese League Cup final, where he scored the winning goal against rivals Sporting Lisbon. His reputation has grown significantly over the past six months, with…
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Tottenham Hotspur are plotting a move to sign Manchester City winger Omar Marmoush this summer, according to journalist Nicolo Schira. Spurs have been the most active Premier League club in the current transfer window, with defensive reinforcement serving as their primary focus heading into the new campaign. The north London side conceded 57 goals in the Premier League last season, prompting the club to address their backline as a matter of urgency before turning attention elsewhere. Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi have already arrived on free transfers from Liverpool and Bournemouth respectively, strengthening the defensive options available to manager Roberto…
Chelsea are preparing a move for Sunderland midfielder Granit Xhaka, with manager Xabi Alonso personally driving the push to sign the Swiss veteran. Alonso is understood to be keen on bolstering his squad with experienced players this summer as Chelsea look to strengthen their options in central midfield. Xhaka enjoyed a stellar season at the Stadium of Light, scooping Sunderland’s Player of the Season award after playing a pivotal role in the club securing Europa League qualification. The 33-year-old was a model of consistency last season, missing just four Premier League games while contributing one goal and six assists throughout…
Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are both reportedly eyeing a move for SL Benfica winger Andreas Schjelderup, according to a recent Italian report. The 22-year-old Norwegian attacker has emerged as a genuine target for two of the Premier League’s most ambitious clubs heading into the summer window. Schjelderup originally joined Benfica from Danish side FC Nordsjaelland in 2023, though he struggled to adapt to his new surroundings in the early stages of his career. He returned to Nordsjaelland on loan to regain form and confidence, giving himself the platform needed to develop into a consistent performer. After coming back to Benfica…
Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, with the club identified as the leading candidate to secure his signature. According to Fichajes, United have emerged as the ‘top contender’ to sign the France international in a deal expected to cost around £60m this summer. Michael Carrick’s side are looking to strengthen their midfield, an area of concern, and view Tchouameni as the marquee addition capable of transforming that department. Tchouameni has been one of the standout midfielders at the ongoing FIFA World Cup, catching the attention of clubs across Europe with his commanding performances…
Leeds United are ramping up their summer transfer activity as Daniel Farke looks to build a squad capable of competing in the Premier League next season. The Yorkshire club have already secured the signing of Harry Wilson on a free transfer, bringing in proven top-flight experience and creativity after his spell at Fulham. Wilson arrives with a strong Premier League pedigree, having recorded 11 goals and nine assists in all competitions last term while offering valuable positional versatility. Leeds have also been pursuing midfield reinforcements, with a recent bid for Southampton youngster Shea Charles rejected by the Saints. Despite that…
Portuguese outlet A Bola reports that Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand harbours a childhood dream of playing for Arsenal. The Denmark international has been a key player for Sporting CP across the past three seasons and is widely expected to leave the club this summer. Juventus were credited with an interest in signing Hjulmand last summer, but the midfielder chose to stay in Lisbon under a gentleman’s agreement to depart twelve months later. A Bola now claim that the Premier League path remains “very active” for Hjulmand, with Arsenal among the clubs who could make a move. Despite holding a…
Manchester United have made contact with the representative of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, according to Sky Sports Germany. The club’s head of scouting Christopher Vivell has already spoken with the German international’s agent as United intensify their pursuit of a second major midfield signing this summer. United have already secured Atalanta midfielder Ederson, with the Brazilian set to undergo his medical and remaining formalities following his World Cup campaign with Brazil. Despite landing Ederson, the Red Devils are pushing to add further quality in the centre of the park before the transfer window closes. Sky Sports Germany report that…
Leeds United are closing in on their first signing of the summer, with Fulham winger Harry Wilson set to join on a free transfer from Craven Cottage. The Wales international has opted against signing a contract extension with Fulham, meaning he will become a free agent when his deal expires at the end of June. Wilson scored ten goals and provided seven assists in 36 Premier League appearances last season, the best top-flight campaign of his career to date. That remarkable output does come with a caveat, however, as it was the first season in his career where he managed…