TRANSFER RUMOURS: Saka set for new £300k p/w deal, as Liverpool eye Barella
Sporting Tribune rounds up the latest transfer news, rumors, and gossip circulating around the world football
Talks have taken place between Manchester United and Benfica regarding a potential deal for center-forward Goncalo Ramos, which could reach £100m including add-ons. (Mirror)
Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is reportedly close to signing a new five-year contract worth £300,000 per week before the season concludes. (talkSPORT)
Liverpool is currently evaluating the possibility of pursuing a move for Inter midfielder Nicolo Barella during the upcoming summer transfer window. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
Real Madrid faces competition from Inter for the signing of Tottenham forward Richarlison, who has struggled to secure a regular spot in the starting lineup in North London. (Fichajes)
Bayer Leverkusen continues to show interest in acquiring Arsenal’s Granit Xhaka, most likely on a free transfer at the end of the following season. (Mirror)
The proposed transfer of Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain to Al Hilal is reportedly a “done deal,” with his contract potentially amounting to €400m per year. (AFP)
Contrary to reports, Messi’s father has denied the existence of an agreement and confirmed that discussions regarding his son’s next steps are still ongoing. (Instagram)
Chelsea’s pursuit of signing Joao Felix on a permanent basis from Atletico Madrid could potentially lead to a swap deal involving Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Marc Cucurella. (Evening Standard)
While Manchester City holds admiration for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, securing a deal may prove challenging unless Barcelona shows willingness to negotiate a potential sale. (GiveMeSport)
It is now expected that veteran Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets will depart the club at the end of the season instead of signing a new one-year contract. (Marca)
Real Madrid might explore the possibility of acquiring Tottenham wing-back Pedro Porro during the summer transfer window, despite his recent move from Sporting CP in January. (Mundo Deportivo)
Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski, who has been linked with a move to Liverpool, will assess his future in the summer following his contribution to the club’s Serie A title victory after a 33-year wait. (Fichajes)