Transfer Market: Gyökeres to United, Onana stays, Grealish out of City

The Transfer Market Heats Up: Latest News and Rumors

The Club World Cup transfer market has closed its doors, but the Premier League’s main window opened on Monday, and the rest of Europe will follow shortly. Alofoke Deportes brings you the latest news and rumors about possible player movements. Each week, until September, we will keep you informed of the most important news in the transfer market.

Is Manchester United in the Race for Gyökeres?

Although there is nothing concrete, Manchester United does not rule out the possibility of signing Viktor Gyökeres. The club will stay informed about his situation during the summer and could make a formal offer. United’s priority is to finalize the signing of Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. Once this move is completed, they will evaluate other options. The departure of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Alejandro Garnacho could free up budget for the arrival of new players.

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Will Onana Stay at United?

André Onana feels he will stay at Manchester United next season. He has three years left on his contract and, so far, no concrete offers have arrived, despite interest from Saudi Arabia. The coach, Ruben Amorim, has made it clear that, after a disappointing season, no player can be sure of their place, but he cannot overhaul the entire squad in a single summer. United is keeping an eye on the possible departure of Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa, although for now it remains on hold.

Will Chelsea Go Back for Maignan?

Chelsea wanted to sign Mike Maignan so he could play in the Club World Cup. That’s why the ‘Blues’ started negotiations with AC Milan very early. However, the Italian club rejected a first offer of 15 million euros, as they value the player at 25 million euros. Time ran out for the Londoners to sign the French international in time to travel to the United States. Maignan, who turns 30 in three weeks, has only one year left on his contract at San Siro and Chelsea has informed him that they will try to sign him again after the Club World Cup. Maignan, for his part, has informed the Milan board and the new coach, Max Allegri, that he is determined to play at Stamford Bridge next season. For this reason, Milan is actively looking for a new number 1.

Meanwhile, Chelsea has not included Djordje Petrovic in its squad for the Club World Cup despite his excellent season on loan at Strasbourg. He is expected to leave definitively to play in the first team, and it is rumored that Monaco is considering an offer of 30 million euros, funds that will be allocated to the budget for Maignan.

What Will Happen to Jack Grealish?

The absence of Jack Grealish in the squad for the Club World Cup is a clear sign from Pep Guardiola that he has no future at Manchester City. The big question is: where will he go? There have been many inquiries from Premier League clubs and abroad, but he has two years left on a lucrative contract. This could mean that City will have to authorize a season-long loan, although it is not their ideal outcome.

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Is Zabarnyi Headed to PSG?

After Dean Huijsen’s transfer to Real Madrid for 50 million euros, and with Milos Kerkez about to sign for Liverpool for 52 million euros, Bournemouth could obtain greater income this summer from transfers. In fact, in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain for the transfer of central defender Illia Zabarnyi, Bournemouth made it clear that he would not leave for less than 70 million euros. PSG has rejected a 50 million euro offer from the ‘Cherries’; the European champions do not want to increase their offer at the moment, and Bournemouth is not giving in either. The problem for Bournemouth is that the Ukrainian international wants to join PSG. The 22-year-old player is already frustrated at having missed the Club World Cup when he had already agreed personal terms 10 days ago. Paris has other options and will move for another player if Bournemouth doesn’t lower their valuation.

Why is Barcelona Interested in Perisic?

Ivan Perisic has emerged as a surprising option to reinforce Barcelona’s wings next season, as the club explores different economic options. The options range from more expensive players like Luis Díaz (Liverpool), Nico Williams (Athletic Club) and Rafael Leão (AC Milan) to Marcus Rashford (Manchester United), passing through the free agent Perisic. The player they finally sign, if they sign anyone, will depend on the amount of money available to spend. Perisic played under Hansi Flick at Bayern Munich in the 2019-20 season. The Barca coach values his versatility – Perisic could also cover Alejandro Balde at left-back – and is not put off by his age, given the general youth of the Barca squad. Perisic is also negotiating to extend his stay at PSV Eindhoven, the team with which he won the Eredivisie last season, and wants to reach the World Cup with Croatia next summer, so he will take this into account in any decision.

Other Interesting Movements in Progress

Leeds United have rejected a 26 million euro offer for midfielder Habib Diarra from Strasbourg. The Senegalese international, who scored against England on Monday in the 3-1 victory, is attracting a lot of interest from all over Europe. The newly promoted Premier League team thought their offer would be enough for the ‘box-to-box’ midfielder, but they have been informed that the 21-year-old player is valued at 40 million euros.