Transfer News... Arsenal star eyeing La Liga return Santi Cazorla had a couple of memorable stints with Villarreal and Malaga, and despite being a key member of the Arsenal squad, rumours have emerged that the diminutive playmaker is considering a move to Atletico Madrid, reports the Metro . Saints appoint Pochettino’s successor Former Feyenoord manager, Ronald Koeman, has been installed as the guiding force that will light Southampton’s path come the next season, reports the Daily Mirror . The 51 year old Dutchman, who had prior managerial experience with PSV Eindhoven and Valencia, carries the same footballing beliefs that former Saints boss, Mauricio Pochettino, so meticulously integrated into the team. Mourinho set for Barcelona outcast After the 27 million pound move of Cesc Fabregas, Jose Mourinho is now eyeing a 10 million pound bid for another former Gunner in Alex Song, reports the Daily Express . Manchester United are also believed to be a keen admirer of the 26 year old midfielder’s talents. However, the Red Devils are yet to make any sort of official offer for the Cameroon international. And, eyeing Los Blancos’ German ace The Daily Star reports that Jose Mourinho has his sight set on a move for Sami Khedira, as the former Real Madrid boss aims to compete with Arsenal for the 27 year old’s signature. The former Stuttgart man, whom the Portuguese tactician acquired during his forgettable spell at Santiago Bernabeu, would prove to be an ideal partner for Nemanja Matic at the heart of the Blues’ midfield. Roma look to beat Arsenal to Ruffier InsideFutbol reports that Roma have stolen a march on Arsenal in the race for Saint-Etienne goalkeeper Stephane Ruffier. The Serie A side hope that the promise of regular first team football will convince the French no.2 to choose them over warming the benches at the Emirates. Reds face Catalan hurdle in the chase for the Saints star In a bid to strengthen their faltering defence, new Barcelona boss, Luis Enrique, has prioritised the signing of Dejan Lovren, as the Spanish giants ready a bid of around 20 million pounds for the 24 year old, who, at one point of time, was believed to be eager to join Liverpool, reports the Daily Express . Rodgers’ Brazilian attraction Liverpool are all set to make an official offer for Hoffenheim’s Roberto Firmino, after Brendan Rodgers has made up his mind to convert his infatuation for the 22 year old attacking midfielder into something substantial, reports the Metro . The German club would listen to any proposition which will involve a transfer fee of around 20 million pound for the versatile midfielder. Chelsea are also believed to be very interested in the youngster. Sagna deal confirmed Through their official website, Manchester City have announced that Bacary Sagna has signed a 3 year contract with the club and will join his new colleagues after the World Cup, reports the Guardian. Gunners’ transfer plans revealed Arsenal chief executive, Ivan Gazidis has openly discussed what the North London club’s faithful could expect during the upcoming transfer market, as the 49 year old said, “Transfers are obviously important and we are deep in conversations already. I am confident we will add what we need this summer. The manager is not scared to spend, has the experience, but as always will have to juggle a set budget,” reports the Daily Star. Barca legend coy over his future Xavi Hernandez’s days of sublime passing at the Camp Nou might be coming to an end, as after being questioned about his future at the club, the 34 year old failed to give a proper reply and all he could muster was, “Nothings decided yet. Ill make a decision when the World Cup is over.” Louis Van Gaal is believed to be interested in the La Masia product and might be making a move for the Barcelona star, reports the Daily Express . A case of merry go round Manchester United’s desire to prise Mat Hummels away from the Westfalenstadion has received a heavy blow, after SC Freiburg adamantly stated that Borussia Dortmund’s replacement for the German international, Matthias Ginter, will not be allowed to leave the club, reports the Daily Express . Rodgers set for Plan B as Lallana deal stalls Liverpool are not panicking, despite their failure to close the deal for Southampton skipper, Adam Lallana, and are now eyeing a move for Bayern Munich’s Xherdan Shaqiri, as an alternative for the England international, reports the Daily Star. Los Blancos to steal Arsenal’s target The International Business Times reports that Real Madrid are eyeing Antoine Griezmann to replace the outgoing Alvaro Morata. Juan Iturbe of Hellas Verona is believed to be another viable option for the Spanish giants. PSG completes Luiz deal David Luiz’s 48 million pound move from Chelsea to Paris has been done and dusted, as the 27 year old said, “Its a big club with a great history. Its a new step in my life and Im impatient to play for Paris and show what I can do.”, reports the Telegraph . Blow for the Magpies The Metro reports that Wilfried Bony’s agent, Dalibor Lacina, has clearly expressed that the burly Ivorian forward will contemplate moving only to a top 6 club and has no intentions of joining Newcastle United. Blues ponder over a move for one-time Reds target Dinamo Kiev winger, Andriy Yarmolenko, has a new admirer in Jose Mourinho after reports emerged that the West London club are considering making an official bid, believed to be around 12 million pound, for the 24 year old trickster, reports the Daily Mail. The Ukrainian international was also on the radar of Liverpool and Arsenal. I won’t be warming the bench, warns Courtois... Thibaut Courtois has no second thoughts about his confidence and worth, as the Atletico Madrid loanee said, “When will I know about my future? It will be after the World Cup I think, then everything will be clear. Do I want to number one wherever I play next season? Yes, I think with my age and the performances I had I want to play. To be on the bench is not the nicest thing,” reports the Daily Mirror. #Samlay
Posted on: Sat, 14 Jun 2014 09:36:09 +0000
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