Transfer rumours, news: Chelsea want Vlahovic, Vega swap with Juventus

Chelsea looking for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovich If they can include defender Renato Vega in a deal, Barcelona have already added players from Bayern Munich Jamal Musiala Get on their shortlist and plan to make a big signing in the summer. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumors and gossip from around the world.

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– Source: Chelsea agree fee for Strasbourg player Sarr
– Source: Manchester United looking to add a left-back this month
– Source: Milan eyeing Felix and Manchester United as Rashford replacement

Hot Rumors

– Chelsea looking for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovich The Times reports that they could include defender Renato Vega in a deal. Vlahovic, 24, has been linked with a move for months, with Arsenal also reportedly interested. The Serbia international, who is contracted until 2026 but has yet to settle in Turin, could move for around €60m, while 21-year-old Portuguese defender Vega could be used by Chelsea as temporary weight to Reduce overall costs.

– Barcelona recruits Bayern Munich attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala According to Sport, they have been included in the summer shortlist. Head coach Hansi Flick reportedly believes the 21-year-old Germany international will be a great addition to his squad as Blaugrana Make plans for summer signings. Musiala's contract at the Allianz Arena expires in 2026, but recent reports suggest the Bundesliga club are negotiating an extension.

– Napoli are about to spend 55 million euros to sign the Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacio“Corriere dello Sport” said. Ganacho, 20, has fallen out of favor with United boss Ruben Amorim and the club will need to raise funds if they want to bring in new players this month. Napoli, who have €60 million in the bank, last week let winger Hviča Kvaratzhelja move to Paris Saint-Germain and view the Argentina international as a direct replacement.

——Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany suggests he may stay at Old Trafford. Although there are “direct contacts” between Dortmund and the Red Devils regarding a loan deal, the total valuation of the package (€8 million to €10 million) is also said to be an issue in negotiations with AC Milan. Bundesliga bosses are also concerned about Rashford's role as a winger Jamie Gittens.

– Defender Ronald Araujo According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, a new contract with Barcelona is expected to be signed. The 25-year-old has recently been linked with an exit, but the latest news suggests Blaugrana Get ready to catch him. Meanwhile, Como and Girona are said to be in talks over a move for Araujo's team-mate and centre-back Eric Garcia. Como, coached by Cesc Fabregas, has reportedly made an offer of €7 million to sign the 24-year-old.

Confirm transfer

-Argentinian right back Gonzalo Montiel Has returned to his first club River Plate from Sevilla and signed a contract until 2028.

– Brazilian club Fortaleza sign former Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Arsenal defender david lewis. The 37-year-old joined Fortaleza as a free agent after his contract with Flamengo expired last month.

Expert opinion

ESPN senior writer Gabe Marcotte discusses the future of Juventus player Dusan Vlahovic.

Vlahovic's contract with Juventus has entered the final 18 months and is unlikely to be renewed. This is partly because he is by far the club's highest-earning player, and partly because Juventus have struggled to balance the books after losing €322.9m (£272.4m) over the past two seasons. This is very different from when they signed him in June 2022 for 70 million euros (rising to 80 million euros with bonuses), and he was seen as the final piece of the puzzle. make things complicated Bianconeri-The structure of his contract leaves them desperate to move him, which has seen his salary soar this season from €7 million net (approximately €250,000 gross per week) to €12 million (approximately €250,000 gross per week) this season €400,000). In addition to the transfer fee, moving him will save a lot of money.

The 24-year-old Vlahovic is a rare player: a tall, strong, athletic and technically gifted target player who is just entering the prime of his career. In four seasons at Juventus, he scored 53 goals in 124 games despite playing under four different managers during a difficult period at the club.

You'd imagine he'd need to take a pay cut to join Chelsea, Arsenal (or any other club), but it's doable in exchange for bonuses and a long-term contract. Considering that his value on Juventus' books is around €20 million, Juventus may seek a transfer fee of €60 million. They also need to find a replacement, as a long-term injury to fellow striker Alek Milik means they have no other recognized center forward on their roster.

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– Manchester United lead race to sign Lecce defender Patrick Dogu. The 20-year-old Dolgu is also a target of Juventus and Napoli, but Lecce is only prepared to listen to offers of around 40 million euros. (“Sarentino Post”)

– Como is in talks with Barcelona to sign the centre-back Eric Garcia. Como is prepared to bid €10 million to sign the 24-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Girona. (Football Market)

– Atlanta United and Newcastle United reach verbal agreement on $12 million winger deal Miguel Almiron. (played by Cesar Luis Mero)

– Arsenal are in talks with the Wolves striker's representatives Matthews CunhaBut signing him in this window would reportedly require a “crazy” offer of over £80m. (GMS)

– AC Milan have made their first official offer to the Manchester City defender Kyle WalkerAge 34, loan term is six months. (Sky Italia)

– Santos in talks over striker's return david washington to the club. The 19-year-old Washington joined the Chelsea U21 team from Santos in August 2023 for 16 million euros, but now Santos hopes to re-sign Washington on loan until the end of the year because he has not played many games. (TNT)