Manchester United prepare potential club-record transfer bid for Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos - Paper Round
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Updated 10/05/2023 at 07:32 GMT
Manchester United are readying a summer rebuild in attack and are eyeing Benfica wonderkid Goncalo Ramos, as well as keeping Harry Kane as their top target. Elsewhere, Chelsea's negotiations with Atletico Madrid over Joao Felix could see a player swap take place, Arsenal's three-man midfield transfer shortlist is revealed and it is the end of an era for Barcelona and Sergio Busquets.
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Man Utd plan 'attacking revolution'
Manchester United are ready to launch a potential record-breaking bid for Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos this summer. The Premier League club have made Tottenham Hotspur forward Harry Kane their top priority, but are also exploring the possibility of signing Ramos as well in what would be an "attacking revolution" at Old Trafford. A deal for Ramos could eclipse the current club-record signing of Paul Pogba, who joined for £89.3 million from Juventus back in 2016.
The Mirror reveals: "A deal worth between £70million-£100m, including add-ons, is poised to be discussed between United and Benfica.
"Ramos has emerged as one of Europe's most promising forwards this season and Dutch coach Ten Hag, who has a track record of developing talent, wants to work with the youngster.
"Experienced Spurs and England frontman Harry Kane is United’s main transfer target under Erik ten Hag."
Atleti eye Chelsea duo in Felix swap deal
Chelsea have contacted Atletico Madrid over the possibility of keeping on-loan forward Joao Felix beyond the current campaign. Atleti are willing to part with the 23-year-old, but are demanding a huge transfer fee. The two clubs are open to a potential player swap deal, which would include Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Marc Cucurella heading to the Spanish capital.
The Standard reports: "After a series of calls, Atletico continue to demand £88million (€100m) for their 23-year-old forward, but are open to another loan deal, at a cost of about £16m.
"Chelsea have also expressed their desire to reduce Felix’s asking price through swap deals, after learning that the Spanish side are interested in both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Marc Cucurella.
"The Portugal international hopes to avoid a return to Madrid, where Diego Simeone is set to remain as manager after overcoming a brief spell of pressure earlier in the season."
Arsenal add midfield trio to summer shortlist
Arsenal aim to add two new central midfielders to their squad this summer as Mikel Arteta plans to add some depth and quality to his current options. The Gunners have made West Ham United captain Declan Rice their top target, while Moises Caicedo and N'Golo Kante are also on their transfer shortlist. The decision to target multiple midfield signings has brought doubts over the future of Granit Xhaka, who is wanted by Bayer Leverkusen.
The Mirror reveals: "Declan Rice tops a list of three midfielders who Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has earmarked ahead of the summer transfer window.
"Brighton ace Moises Caicedo, who Arsenal attempted to buy in January but were priced out of a move for, is an option as well as Chelsea stalwart N'Golo Kante."
The end of an era at Barcelona
Sergio Busquets is set to leave Barcelona at the end of the season when his current contract expires. The Barca club legend will end his 15-year stay at the Camp Nou, but has not made a final decision on his future.
Spanish media outlet Sport reports: "Busquets will confirm his decision to Xavi on Wednesday and the announcement could be made public the same day.
"The announcement has been rushed in the last few hours, although all parties preferred to make the decision public once the team has been proclaimed league champions.
"Saudi Arabia is positioned as the No. 1 option for Busquets' next destination, although the player has not yet made up his mind."
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