Transfer news LIVE: Ange Postecoglou to Spurs terms AGREED, Havertz to Real Madrid ‘close’, Mac Allister to Liverpool
AUSTRALIAN Ange Postecoglou is all set to join Tottenham as their new manager after reaching a verbal agreement with the Celtic boss.
Chelsea forward Kai Havertz is reportedly set to leave the club this summer.
Meanwhile, Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kante are both reportedly on the verge of moving to the Saudi Pro League.
Elsewhere, Alexis Mac Allister's move to Liverpool is creeping closer after the club booked a medical for the Argentina star.
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EXCLUSIVE - Clarets want 20-goal Ligue 1 ace
West Ham and Burnley want Strasbourg striker Habib Diallo — if the price is right, writes ALAN NIXON.
Clarets boss Vincent Kompany went to watch the prolific Senegal star, 27, in Ligue 1 action and the Hammers have also been tracking him.
Strasbourg may want up to £20million for a star who broke the 20-goal mark this term - scoring four more league goals than Lionel Messi.
But both Prem suitors might only take an interest if the asking price is lowered slightly.
EXCLUSIVE - Pep eyes Dortmund freebie Guerreiro
Pep Guardiola is considering a move for Borussia Dortmund’s Raphael Guerreiro – which could pave the way to Sergio Gomez joining Burnley, writes PHIL THOMAS.
Portugal left-back or midfielder Guerreiro, 29, is out of contract this summer and has had plenty of offers, including one from Bayern Munich.
But his versatility means he is also on Guardiola’s radar, as he seeks a replacement for Joao Cancelo, who is back from a loan with Bayern, but has no future at the Etihad.
A deal for Guerreiro would open the door for Clarets boss Vincent Kompany to return to his old club for a player he previously managed at Anderlecht.
Gomez cost £10million from the Belgian outfit last year.
However, has played only ten games and is way down the pecking order.
'ugo your own way
Hugo Lloris has revealed he wants to leave Tottenham in the summer after reaching the "end of an era" in North London.
Lloris has one more year left in his deal with Spurs but has been linked with a departure following a turbulent season stricken by errors between the sticks.
The goalkeeper strongly suggested there is truth in the transfer speculation as he admitted he has a "desire for something else".
However, the former France captain hasn't completely made up his mind yet and will hold talks with Tottenham during the summer.
Lloris told : "We have reached an important moment, whether it be for the club or me.
"It’s the end of an era. I have a desire for something else. I will carefully study what is possible."
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Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister appears to be closing in on a summer move to Liverpool.
Mac Allister's father and agent is expected to finalise personal terms after flying to England to speak to the Reds’ representatives.
Rumours suggest a deal between the midfielder and the Merseysiders could be completed next week if things go to plan.
Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi has received an astonishing transfer offer from Saudi Arabia worth around £1billion.
According to Foot Mercato, Messi could double Al-Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo's Middle Eastern salary if he agrees to move to Al-Hilal.
However, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner is said to prefer Barcelona and the La Liga champions are said to have enlisted the help of Manchester United legend David Beckham.
According to L'Equipe, Barca are considering a plan which would see Beckham's Inter Miami signing the star forward before loaning him to the Catalan giants.
The Argentina international’s loan would last for either six or 18 months before moving permanently to the MLS.
The 35-year-old is set to leave PSG on June 30 when his contract runs out, and even missed the club's title celebrations to attend a Coldplay gig in Barcelona.
And Leeds are keeping tabs on Luton boss Rob Edwards as well as Lorient manager Regis Le Bris as they target a quick return to the Premier League, reports SunSport's Kostas Lianos.
SunSport understand club chiefs have drawn up a shortlist of potential candidates to replace Sam Allardyce.
Edwards led a stunning campaign that saw Luton finishing third in the Championship before booking their place in England's top flight for the first time since 1992.
Le Bris, on the other hand, has also shone brightly in Ligue 1 during his first-ever season as a senior manager.
The Ligue 1 outfit's former academy coach has impressed with his attacking football that saw his team climb to second place behind PSG at some point throughout the campaign.
Finally, Tottenham star Hugo Lloris revealed he wants to leave in the summer after reaching the "end of an era" in North London.
Lloris told Nice–Matin: "We have reached an important moment, whether it be for the club or me.
"It’s the end of an era. I have a desire for something else. I will carefully study what is possible.
"However, I haven’t forgotten that I have a year left on my contract at Tottenham, and in football, it’s always hard to predict what will happen.
“The most important thing is I find a project where I thrive.”
Steven Gerrard linked
Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is the new name on the wanted list at relegated Leicester City.
Gerrard wants to get back into management after leaving Aston Villa and hopes his success at Rangers still makes him attractive.
The Foxes are looking for a boss to lead them out of the Championship at the first attempt and raise morale after the depressing end to the Premier League season.
Graham Potter was Leicester's first choice when Brendan Rodgers left but he did not want to jump back into work after leaving Chelsea — though he has been sounded out again.
Potter has also been linked with a move to Ligue 1 side Nice, which prospective Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe owns.
Gerrard would also come along Leicester legend Gary McAllister on his backroom staff, which would appeal to fans.
Leeds' next manager EXCLUSIVE
Leeds are keeping tabs on Luton boss Rob Edwards and Lorient manager Regis Le Bris as they target a quick return to the Premier League, reports SunSport's Kostas Lianos.
SunSport understand club chiefs have drawn up a shortlist of potential candidates to replace Sam Allardyce and it includes Edwards as well as Le Bris.
Edwards led a fairytale campaign that saw Luton finishing third in the Championship before booking their place in England's top flight for the first time since 1992.
Le Bris has also shone bright in Ligue 1 during his first ever season as a senior manager.
Lorient are currently 10th in the table under the French tactician and could climb up to ninth - that's just 12 months after they barely avoided relegation under his predecessor.
The Ligue 1 outfit's former academy coach impressed with his attacking football that saw his team climbing to second place behind Paris Saint-Germain at some point throughout the campaign.
Time to Go
Tottenham star Hugo Lloris revealed he wants to leave in the summer after reaching the "end of an era" in North London.
Lloris told : "We have reached an important moment, whether it be for the club or me.
"It’s the end of an era. I have a desire for something else. I will carefully study what is possible.
"However, I haven’t forgotten that I have a year left on my contract at Tottenham, and in football, it’s always hard to predict what will happen.
“The most important thing is I find a project where I thrive.”
Zlat's all folks
AC Milan legend Zlatan Ibrahimovic will leave this month once his contract expires - but he has no plans to retire despite his advanced age of 41.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Zlatan Ibrahimovic leaves AC Milan. The club have planned for farewell on Sunday at San Siro as contract expires and will NOT be extended.
"Ibra will turn 42 in October; he will make a decision on his future in the next days.”
And Ibrahimovic told the Style supplement of La Gazzetta dello Sport this week: “I’m not one to give up. But there must also be joy in what you do, I can’t help but have peace in what I can do as number 1, playing football.
“But we’re not there yet. I think I still have something to give. If I think about quitting? I don’t think so. If I have to continue playing? I think so.
“But I have to find balance like in life. If you don’t have serenity, stability, you’re a bomb and the bombs explode.”
Messi bidding war
Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi has received an astonishing transfer offer from Saudi Arabia worth around £1billion.
According to , Messi could double Cristiano Ronaldo's Middle Eastern salary if he agrees to move to Al-Hilal.
However, the seven-time Ballon d'Or winner is said to prefer a move to Barcelona and the LaLiga champions are said to have enlisted the help of Manchester United legend David Beckham.
According to , Barca are considering a plan which would see Beckham's Inter Miami signing the star forward before loaning him to Catalonia.
The Argentina captain's loan would last for either six or 18 months before moving permanently to the MLS.
The 35-year-old is set to leave PSG pon June 30 when his contract expires, and even missed the club's title celebrations to attend a Coldplay gig in Barcelona.
Mac Allister's Liverpool move
Brighton star Alexis Mac Allister is closing in on a summer move to Liverpool.
Mac Allister's father and agent has been expected to fly to England for talks.
The midfielder's dad will look to finalise personal terms with the Reds.
Rumours suggest the deal could be completed next week if things go to plan.
Gallagher ribs Utd fan
Liam Gallagher had fans in stitches for "s***housing" a young Manchester United fan after City took the lead in the FA Cup final.
The former Oasis frontman was in the stands to watch his City beat their bitter rivals at Wembley.
Ilkay Gundogan opened the lead after just 12 SECONDS only for Bruno Fernandes to level before half time from the penalty spot.
So when Gundogan doubled his tally to win City the game, it was pandemonium in the blue end.
And Oasis icon Gallagher was spotted mercilessly rubbing salt in the wounds of one young United supporter.
Fans watching on BBC couldn't believe their eyes.
City victorious
It’s all over at Wembley.
Man Utd have been beaten by Man City 2-1.
Ilkay Gundogan was the scorer of both goals, with Fernandes levelling the scores in the first half.
Heartache for Erik ten Hag and United’s stars
Leeds line up Gerrard
Leeds Utd are lining up Steven Gerrard as their next boss.
According to reports, the Whites plan on bringing the Liverpool legend to the club, with club legend Gary McAllister as his No2.
Sam Allardyce is set for the exit door following talks with the board.
Half-time in the FA Cup final
It’s all square at the break.
Ilkay Gundogan put Man City a goal ahead after just 15 seconds – the fastest ever goal in an FA Cup final.
But United fought back and got a disputed penalty when Jack Grealish handled in the box.
Up stepped Bruno Fernandes to calmly slot home.
Ancelotti's Kane wish
Carlo Ancelotti has told Real Madrid he wants them to sign Harry Kane along with Jude Bellingham.
Los Blancos striker Karim Benzema is to quit the club in the summer.
The Athletic say the Italian manager has demanded his board sign Kane as his replacement.
Napoli insiders resigned to losing star
Napoli insiders are resigned to Kim Min-jae becoming a Manchester United player by the end of the window, according to reports.
The South Korean helped guide Napoli to its first Serie A title in over three decades.
However, the club now appear set to lose a number of top stars, including defensive stalwart Kim.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, via Sport Witness, club "insiders" now "take it for granted" the 26-year-old will be a Red Devils player by the end of the transfer window.
The report suggests United will pay his £43million release clause, though the final fee will depend on the turnover of the buying party, suggesting the fee could be inflated.
City XI to face Utd
Man City's team is in.
Pep has been loyal to Cup keeper Ortega Moreno, picking him ahead of first choice Ederson.
Elsewhere, Haaland starts up front. Julian Alvarez is dropped to the bench.
United team is in
The Man Utd team to face Man City in the FA Cup final is in.
Harry Maguire drops to the bench, in comes Raphael Varane.
Bruno Fernandes will lead the Red Devils out.
Gundogan 'advanced talks'
AC Milan are in advanced talks with Ilkay Gundogan, according to reports.
Corriere dello Sport, as per Football Italia, say that the Man City captain is set to leave the Cityzens with his contract expiring.
That will be a blow to Arsenal, who are desperate to lure him to the Emirates.
Caicedo blow
Chelsea hold a huge advantage over other rivals Arsenal in the transfer chase for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, according to reports.
The Guardian states that the Blues could hold a huge trump card with regards to negotiating a deal and it involves defender Levi Colwill.
The Ecuadorian has helped the Seagulls secure Europa League football this season with a sixth-placed finish in the Premier League.
Real Madrid's first signing
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed Rayo Vallecano full-back Fran Garcia is the club's first signing.
The 23-year-old came through the ranks at Madrid, before emerging at Rayo for the past three seasons.
He has played 121 times for the club and been one of the stars of LaLiga.
Ugarte not a Barça priority
Chelsea target Manuel Ugarte is not a priority signing for Barcelona, according to reports.
Sport claim the Sporting Lisbon midfielder is on the Catalans radar, but they have other targets they will move for first.
That leaves the Blues and PSG, his other two suitors, as the potential destinations for the Uruguayan midfielder.
Barca eye triple Prem swoop
Barcelona are planning on raiding Man City for three of their title-winning stars.
Xavi would like to add out of contract Ilkay Gundogan, Joao Cancelo, and Bernardo Silva to his squad, according to an interview he gave to Mundo Deportivo.
City would loathe to lose three of their first team stars to the Catalans.
Haaland blocked from trademarking name
Erling Haaland has sensationally been BLOCKED from trademarking his own name.
The Manchester City star has helped fire the club to within touching distance of a historic Treble with 52 goals in 51 games.
And such is the frequency of his celebration and name he has tried to trademark them.
As reported by Norwegian outlet VG, Haaland submitted three applications to the Norwegian Industrial Property Office through law firm Schjødt.
The first was a trademark on his signature. The second to trademark his lotus celebration. And the third to trademark "Erling Haaland".
The first two of these applications were successful and approved without issue according to Knut Andreas Bostad, the Head of Section in the Design and Trademark Department in the NIPO.
Consequently, the 22-year-old now has exclusive rights to them in Norway and can now apply for an international trademark.
However, the use of his name was rejected due to a previous application submitted last year, owned by a 29-year-old man from Oslo.
Havertz a target
Kai Havertz is a target for Real Madrid, according to reports.
Los Blancos transfer chiefs have drawn up a list of replacements for the departing Karim Benzema in a transfer meeting this week.
The German is on that list, but no transfer fee has been mooted at this stage.
Nor has a formal approach been made.