Transfer speculation: Arsenal, Man City, and Man Utd interested in Tonali
Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is being pursued by Premier League heavyweights Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United, while the Gunners are also considering a summer acquisition of RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba.
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TRENDING RUMORS
– Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are all competing to acquire Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali this summer, as reported by Nicolo Schira. Newcastle is only willing to consider offers around the £100 million threshold for the Italy international, who has been a pivotal player for the Magpies since his transfer from AC Milan in 2023. This news comes during a week when Manchester United has also been linked with a move for Tonali’s midfield partner at St James’ Park, Bruno Guimarães.
– Arsenal has received a boost in their pursuit of RB Leipzig centre-back Castello Lukeba, according to Christian Falk. Bayern Munich is “unlikely” to pursue the 23-year-old, who has garnered attention this season in the Bundesliga. Although he is under contract until 2029, Lukeba is reportedly open to considering his options, suggesting a potential Premier League transfer is possible. Recent reports indicate that the France international has a £69 million release clause in his contract, but Falk suggests Leipzig may accept offers around the £52 million range this summer.
– Chelsea forward Liam Delap is a summer target for Newcastle United, according to talkSPORT. The 23-year-old has faced challenges in securing regular playing time at Stamford Bridge since his transfer from Ipswich Town last summer. With João Pedro excelling in the No. 9 role under coach Liam Rosenior, the Blues are said to be receptive to offers for Delap. Newcastle’s interest in the England under-21 international has been longstanding, as the Magpies attempted to sign him in 2025 following his breakout Premier League season. Delap’s contract with Chelsea runs until June 2031.
– Scouts from Tottenham Hotspur have been monitoring Freiburg goalkeeper Noah Atubolu, according to the Daily Mail. The Premier League club is expected to seek a new No. 1 once the summer transfer window opens, with Guglielmo Vicario linked to a move to Internazionale. Atubolu has drawn comparisons to Manuel Neuer, having performed well for Germany’s under-21 team. The 23-year-old has been a consistent presence for the team currently sitting eighth in the Bundesliga this season, conceding 43 goals in 26 matches thus far.
– Liverpool are reportedly losing confidence in their ability to persuade Internazionale defender Alessandro Bastoni to join the club, as stated by TEAMtalk. The Serie A club is said to be working on a “mega-money” contract extension for Bastoni, amid additional interest from Barcelona and Chelsea. The 26-year-old is viewed by Liverpool’s management as a potential successor for club captain Virgil van Dijk, who will turn 35 this summer.
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OTHER RUMORS
Juventus has a solid interest in Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva. The Portugal international is anticipated to depart City at the conclusion of the season. (Ben Jacobs)
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is poised to sign a lucrative new contract with the Premier League club. Defender Harry Maguire is also in discussions regarding a one-year contract extension. (talkSPORT)
Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur recently dispatched scouts to observe Cagliari right-back Marco Palestra. (Nicolo Schira)
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is “more than happy” at Everton despite recent links to Manchester United. (TEAMtalk)
Borussia Dortmund captain Emre Can is set to sign a contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2027. (Sky Germany)
Bayer Leverkusen has activated a clause to re-sign 18-year-old midfielder Kerim Alajbegovic from RB Salzburg. (Sky Germany)
FC Dallas is in negotiations to sign Santiago Moreno from Brazilian club Fluminense. The agreement would initially be a loan with a future purchase option. (Tom Bogert)
Chelsea is nearing the signing of Union Santa Fe left-back Mateo Del Blanco. (Ekrem Konur)
Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola is a leading candidate to succeed Ernesto Valverde as Athletic Club head coach at the end of the season. (Marca)
