Tuesday News (includes West Ham)
Posted: 22 Apr 2025, 11:22
BBC
Manchester United are nearing an agreement with Wolves and Brazil striker Matheus Cunha, 25, but will still need to activate his £62.5m release clause. (Daily Mail), external
Manchester United have sent scouts to watch Porto and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa, 25, as they look for a replacement for Cameroon international Andre Onana, 29. Manchester City are also interested in Costa, who has a release clause worth £64.3m (75m euro). (Correio da Manha - in Portuguese), external
Arsenal have opened talks to sign Sporting CP and Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 26, early in the summer transfer window. (Football Insider), external
Arsenal consider Athletic Bilbao and Spain winger Nico Williams, 22, a key target, but the player is undecided as to whether he wants to leave the club this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly, 20, will sign a new contract with the club after Chelsea showed interest in the England under-20 midfielder. (Fabrizio Romano), external
Manchester United have maintained contact with the agent of RB Leipzig and Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko, 21, since he rejected a move to Old Trafford in 2022. (Manchester Evening News)
Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 30, is set to be the subject of interest from Barcelona once again this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a £30m summer offer for Chelsea and Portugal midfielder Renato Veiga, 21. (Football Insider), external
Spurs and Manchester City are set to battle it out for Lazio's Mario Gila, 24, but the Premier League duo will face competition from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich for the Spanish centre-back. (Caught Offside), external
Manchester United are expecting to receive several loan offers from Championship clubs for England Under-18s full-back Harry Amass, 18, this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Aston Villa are exploring the possibility of selling England striker Ollie Watkins, 29, for £50-60m and sign loanee Marcus Rashford, 27, from Manchester United on a permanent basis. (Football Insider), external
Bayer Leverkusen will not stand in Xabi Alonso's way if he agrees to become Real Madrid manager this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Sky Paper Talk
DAILY MAIL
Manchester United are inching closer to agreement with Wolves forward Matheus Cunha over a move to Old Trafford.
Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has revealed that the German club would allow Xabi Alonso to leave on one condition - he would be permitted to depart if he was contacted by a club that he played for.
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Sports has hinted that Mohamed Salah remains a future target for the league despite his recent renewal at Liverpool.
Football clubs have been warned over security companies attempting to cash in ahead of an incoming law aimed at reducing the threat of terror attacks.
Scotland's defence guru Steve Tandy has emerged as the No 1 contender to be Wales' next permanent Rugby Union head coach.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Liverpool are planning a title party as Arne Slot's side gather to watch Arsenal's clash with Crystal Palace, but fans face being fleeced for tickets on the black market this Sunday.
THE SUN
Manchester United could make a £38m swoop for the player dubbed "the Argentine Phil Foden" - River Plate teenager Franco Mastantuono.
Jamie Vardy could be set to leave Leicester City - but only for a move abroad.
Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka has swapped football for fashion - by heading up a clothing brand.
Gillingham were forced into an unusual kit change after being banned from wearing their home shirt versus AFC Wimbledon.
Jamie Vardy slammed Leicester's 's***show' relegation as a total embarrassment.
DAILY MIRROR
Virgil van Dijk claims he hasn't spoken to Trent Alexander-Arnold about his contract situation because it wouldn't be fair.
THE ATHLETIC
Bayer Leverkusen expect a decision over head coach Xabi Alonso's future to be made in the next three to four weeks.
Chelsea's obligation to buy Jadon Sancho from Manchester United for £25m has been triggered - but that does not guarantee a move to Stamford Bridge.
Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah has confirmed he will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of this season.
EVENING STANDARD
Brazilian wonderkid Estevao Willian will not join Chelsea for this summer's Club World Cup, his agent has confirmed.
THE TIMES
Victor Lindelof rushed to hospital at half-time of Manchester United's Europa League win against Lyon to be with his son who had "split his entire head open and required plastic surgery", the centre-back's wife has said.
Pep Guardiola has admitted that Morgan Rogers has blossomed into an "exceptional player" since he left Manchester City two years ago.
The Bayer Leverkusen chief executive has said the club have a "50-50" chance of keeping their manager, Xabi Alonso, beyond this season amid links between the coach and Real Madrid.
DAILY RECORD
Napoli will push hard to sign Lewis Ferguson this summer if star midfielder Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa moves on, according to a report.
Declan Gallagher is set to leave Dundee United at the end of the season.
Crystal Palace are on the trail of Queen's Park youngster Aiden McGinlay.
Former Aberdeen talent spotter Darren Mowbray is set to leave Southampton following their relegation.
SCOTTISH SUN
Hearts have demanded answers from the SFA on ref John Beaton's red-card triple whammy at Hampden, with three players sent off.
Graeme Shinnie insists just reaching cup finals isn't good enough for Aberdeen anymore - after helping them beat Hearts on Saturday.
Arne Engles is ignoring those who say Celtic paid too much for him and says he is only focussed on winning silverware.
Caught Offside
Report: 29-year-old Bundesliga star could be open to West Ham move
Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha has been linked with a return to the Premier League at the end of the season.
According to a report from Christian Falk, the experienced midfielder would be open to joining West Ham United in the summer.
He has struggled for regular game time at the German club, and he has fallen down the pecking order. Palhinha is behind the likes of Leon Goretzka in the pecking order, and it would make sense for him to leave the German club in the summer.
He needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and a move back to the Premier League could be ideal for him. He was outstanding for Fulham in the Premier League, and returning to his comfort zone could bring out the best in him once again.
West Ham need a quality defensive midfielder, and the 29-year-old Portuguese international would be the ideal fit. He will help them tighten up at the back and allow the creative players to operate with more freedom.
It remains to be seen whether West Ham can secure an agreement with the German giants.
West Ham could use Joao Palhinha
Palhinha is a proven performer in the Premier League, and it would be a no-risk signing for the London club.
It has been a disappointing season for West Ham, and they will look to bounce back strongly. They need to bring in quality players in order to do well next year. Signing a quality defensive midfielder should be one of their priorities.
Palhinha will be desperate to get back to his best and his determination to succeed will be an added bonus for West Ham if they managed to get the deal done.
It is fair to assume that Bayern Munich could let the player leave for the right offer. He is not an indispensable asset for them, and they could look to recoup the money they paid for him.
Manchester United are nearing an agreement with Wolves and Brazil striker Matheus Cunha, 25, but will still need to activate his £62.5m release clause. (Daily Mail), external
Manchester United have sent scouts to watch Porto and Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa, 25, as they look for a replacement for Cameroon international Andre Onana, 29. Manchester City are also interested in Costa, who has a release clause worth £64.3m (75m euro). (Correio da Manha - in Portuguese), external
Arsenal have opened talks to sign Sporting CP and Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres, 26, early in the summer transfer window. (Football Insider), external
Arsenal consider Athletic Bilbao and Spain winger Nico Williams, 22, a key target, but the player is undecided as to whether he wants to leave the club this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly, 20, will sign a new contract with the club after Chelsea showed interest in the England under-20 midfielder. (Fabrizio Romano), external
Manchester United have maintained contact with the agent of RB Leipzig and Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko, 21, since he rejected a move to Old Trafford in 2022. (Manchester Evening News)
Manchester City and Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva, 30, is set to be the subject of interest from Barcelona once again this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Tottenham Hotspur are weighing up a £30m summer offer for Chelsea and Portugal midfielder Renato Veiga, 21. (Football Insider), external
Spurs and Manchester City are set to battle it out for Lazio's Mario Gila, 24, but the Premier League duo will face competition from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich for the Spanish centre-back. (Caught Offside), external
Manchester United are expecting to receive several loan offers from Championship clubs for England Under-18s full-back Harry Amass, 18, this summer. (GiveMeSport), external
Aston Villa are exploring the possibility of selling England striker Ollie Watkins, 29, for £50-60m and sign loanee Marcus Rashford, 27, from Manchester United on a permanent basis. (Football Insider), external
Bayer Leverkusen will not stand in Xabi Alonso's way if he agrees to become Real Madrid manager this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)
Sky Paper Talk
DAILY MAIL
Manchester United are inching closer to agreement with Wolves forward Matheus Cunha over a move to Old Trafford.
Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has revealed that the German club would allow Xabi Alonso to leave on one condition - he would be permitted to depart if he was contacted by a club that he played for.
Saudi Arabia's Minister of Sports has hinted that Mohamed Salah remains a future target for the league despite his recent renewal at Liverpool.
Football clubs have been warned over security companies attempting to cash in ahead of an incoming law aimed at reducing the threat of terror attacks.
Scotland's defence guru Steve Tandy has emerged as the No 1 contender to be Wales' next permanent Rugby Union head coach.
DAILY TELEGRAPH
Liverpool are planning a title party as Arne Slot's side gather to watch Arsenal's clash with Crystal Palace, but fans face being fleeced for tickets on the black market this Sunday.
THE SUN
Manchester United could make a £38m swoop for the player dubbed "the Argentine Phil Foden" - River Plate teenager Franco Mastantuono.
Jamie Vardy could be set to leave Leicester City - but only for a move abroad.
Ex-Arsenal star Granit Xhaka has swapped football for fashion - by heading up a clothing brand.
Gillingham were forced into an unusual kit change after being banned from wearing their home shirt versus AFC Wimbledon.
Jamie Vardy slammed Leicester's 's***show' relegation as a total embarrassment.
DAILY MIRROR
Virgil van Dijk claims he hasn't spoken to Trent Alexander-Arnold about his contract situation because it wouldn't be fair.
THE ATHLETIC
Bayer Leverkusen expect a decision over head coach Xabi Alonso's future to be made in the next three to four weeks.
Chelsea's obligation to buy Jadon Sancho from Manchester United for £25m has been triggered - but that does not guarantee a move to Stamford Bridge.
Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah has confirmed he will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of this season.
EVENING STANDARD
Brazilian wonderkid Estevao Willian will not join Chelsea for this summer's Club World Cup, his agent has confirmed.
THE TIMES
Victor Lindelof rushed to hospital at half-time of Manchester United's Europa League win against Lyon to be with his son who had "split his entire head open and required plastic surgery", the centre-back's wife has said.
Pep Guardiola has admitted that Morgan Rogers has blossomed into an "exceptional player" since he left Manchester City two years ago.
The Bayer Leverkusen chief executive has said the club have a "50-50" chance of keeping their manager, Xabi Alonso, beyond this season amid links between the coach and Real Madrid.
DAILY RECORD
Napoli will push hard to sign Lewis Ferguson this summer if star midfielder Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa moves on, according to a report.
Declan Gallagher is set to leave Dundee United at the end of the season.
Crystal Palace are on the trail of Queen's Park youngster Aiden McGinlay.
Former Aberdeen talent spotter Darren Mowbray is set to leave Southampton following their relegation.
SCOTTISH SUN
Hearts have demanded answers from the SFA on ref John Beaton's red-card triple whammy at Hampden, with three players sent off.
Graeme Shinnie insists just reaching cup finals isn't good enough for Aberdeen anymore - after helping them beat Hearts on Saturday.
Arne Engles is ignoring those who say Celtic paid too much for him and says he is only focussed on winning silverware.
Caught Offside
Report: 29-year-old Bundesliga star could be open to West Ham move
Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha has been linked with a return to the Premier League at the end of the season.
According to a report from Christian Falk, the experienced midfielder would be open to joining West Ham United in the summer.
He has struggled for regular game time at the German club, and he has fallen down the pecking order. Palhinha is behind the likes of Leon Goretzka in the pecking order, and it would make sense for him to leave the German club in the summer.
He needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and a move back to the Premier League could be ideal for him. He was outstanding for Fulham in the Premier League, and returning to his comfort zone could bring out the best in him once again.
West Ham need a quality defensive midfielder, and the 29-year-old Portuguese international would be the ideal fit. He will help them tighten up at the back and allow the creative players to operate with more freedom.
It remains to be seen whether West Ham can secure an agreement with the German giants.
West Ham could use Joao Palhinha
Palhinha is a proven performer in the Premier League, and it would be a no-risk signing for the London club.
It has been a disappointing season for West Ham, and they will look to bounce back strongly. They need to bring in quality players in order to do well next year. Signing a quality defensive midfielder should be one of their priorities.
Palhinha will be desperate to get back to his best and his determination to succeed will be an added bonus for West Ham if they managed to get the deal done.
It is fair to assume that Bayern Munich could let the player leave for the right offer. He is not an indispensable asset for them, and they could look to recoup the money they paid for him.