Manchester United are reportedly locked in a transfer battle with Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea to sign Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey this summer. The 24-year-old joined Sunderland from Eredivisie giants Ajax Amsterdam last summer and made an immediate impression in the Premier League during his debut campaign. Brobbey scored seven goals and registered one assist across 22 starts, helping Sunderland punch well above their weight as a newly promoted side. His contributions proved crucial as Sunderland finished seventh in the Premier League, securing a place in next season’s Europa League competition. Ronald Koeman rewarded Brobbey’s strong club form by including him…
Author: James Coswell
Sunderland are targeting another statement signing this summer as they prepare for Europa League football for the first time in their recent history. The Black Cats made waves last summer by signing the likes of Granit Xhaka, a level of ambition rarely seen from a newly-promoted club. With European competition now secured, Sunderland appear determined to back manager Regis Le Bris with further significant investment in the transfer window. According to 225 Foot, as relayed by Sport Witness, Sunderland have made contact to sign Ivory Coast midfielder Christ Inao Oulai. The 20-year-old is currently featuring at the World Cup, playing…
Tottenham Hotspur are poised to submit a formal £60m offer to West Ham United for midfielder Matheus Fernandes, according to journalist Nicolo Schira. The 21-year-old has emerged as one of the most coveted players in this summer’s transfer window following a standout season in east London. Fernandes originally arrived in England from Sporting as a relatively unknown talent before quickly establishing himself at Southampton in the Premier League. Following Southampton’s relegation, he secured a move to West Ham, but history repeated itself as the Hammers also dropped out of the top flight last season. Despite the club’s struggles, Fernandes thrived…
Manchester United are plotting a summer move to sign Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, according to Football Insider. The 25-year-old has attracted serious attention from Old Trafford scouts following his impressive performances for both club and country this summer. Nmecha came through Manchester City’s youth system but was unable to break into Pep Guardiola’s starting line-up at the Etihad Stadium. He departed as a free agent to join VfL Wolfsburg in 2021 before earning a transfer to Borussia Dortmund a couple of years later. After beginning life at BVB as a rotational option, Nmecha established himself as a key starter…
Manchester United are actively pursuing West Ham United winger Crysencio Summerville, with journalist Fabrizio Romano confirming the club has already made contact with his representatives. Romano stated: “Man Utd have already called his agents to understand the situation, and he’s on their list. There are also other clubs interested in the Premier League, and PSG are also there too.” The Dutch winger is valued at around £50m and has attracted significant attention following an impressive season despite West Ham’s relegation from the Premier League last term. Romano also made clear that a summer exit from West Ham is inevitable for…
Tottenham Hotspur have entered formal talks to sign Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo this summer, according to Italian journalist Nicolo Schira. Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi is said to be a keen admirer of the Dutch international and has identified Gakpo as a priority attacking target. Schira reports that Tottenham are now preparing to submit an ‘important’ formal offer to Liverpool as they look to accelerate a deal. The north London club have already offered Gakpo a five-year contract, with a prominent role in De Zerbi’s setup among the incentives being dangled before the player. Gakpo joined Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven…
Liverpool are pushing to sign Romanian right-back Andrei Ratiu from Rayo Vallecano this summer, with a cut-price deal potentially on the horizon. Reports via TEAMtalk, citing Anfield Index, claim the Merseyside club have expressed serious interest in the 28-year-old fullback ahead of the new season. Liverpool are set to trigger Ratiu’s £21m release clause but are optimistic about securing the player for less than that stated fee. However, the Reds face fierce competition from Barcelona, with the Spanish champions also reported to be keen on landing the Romanian international this summer. The right-back position has become a pressing concern for…
Tottenham Hotspur have made a stunning start to the summer transfer window, showing more ambition than any other Premier League club in the opening weeks. The urgency is understandable given the disastrous season Spurs endured, with the club fortunate to still be in the top flight at all. Having already bolstered their defence with Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke and Andy Robertson, Tottenham are now pursuing two elite midfielders simultaneously. Sandro Tonali remains a primary target, with Spurs having already seen a £75m bid rejected by Newcastle United and the player reportedly agreeing personal terms with the club. The…
Liverpool and Manchester United are reportedly battling it out to sign Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram this summer transfer window. According to Gazzetta via Tuttojuve, the two Premier League giants are the “most interested” clubs in landing the 25-year-old French midfielder. Thuram began his career in Monaco’s academy before joining Nice in 2019, where he built a reputation as one of France’s most reliable midfielders. He made 167 appearances in all competitions for Nice, consistently attracting interest from top clubs across Europe before Juventus won the race for his signature in the summer of 2024. Despite frequent managerial turnover at the…