Transfer News Morning 18/7: Barca closely monitoring Nico Williams deal
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Transfer News Morning 18/7: Barca closely monitoring Nico Williams deal, PSG negotiating to sign ‘Elephant 2.0’
Transfer News Morning 18/7
Barca intensifies monitoring of Nico Williams deal
According to Jijantes, Barcelona’s sporting director Deco met with the representative of young talent Nico Williams in Zaragoza to discuss contract terms for the Spanish and Athletic Bilbao attacker.
The Catalan club has been linked with the young winger for a long time and is now trying to finalize the transfer ahead of Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal.
PSG begins negotiations with Napoli to sign Victor Osimhen
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, PSG has contacted Victor Osimhen and received the striker’s consent as both parties are looking to finalize the deal in the coming weeks.
The Ligue 1 champions are currently negotiating with the Serie A club. Should Osimhen leave this summer, they have identified Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea as a potential replacement.
Rabiot set to leave Juventus as a free agent
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, midfielder Adrien Rabiot is set to leave Juventus and choose a new club as a free agent this summer.
Barring any surprises, the 29-year-old midfielder will not sign a new contract with Juventus despite receiving an offer. Rabiot’s team has already contacted several clubs to discuss his next move.
Postecoglou emerges as a potential candidate to replace Southgate
According to The Telegraph, Tottenham Hotspur’s manager Ange Postecoglou has emerged as a potential target for the English Football Association as they search for a new manager for the England national team following Gareth Southgate’s departure. Technical director John McDermott is a big fan of the Spurs coach’s work, having followed his career since his time in Australia.
Marco Reus set to join LA Galaxy
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Borussia Dortmund legend and former German international Marco Reus is set to join MLS side LA Galaxy this summer. The American club is currently negotiating contract terms with the 35-year-old player’s representatives and is expected to finalize the transfer soon.
