TBS Transfer Roundup: Partey in the Emirates?
The Business Standard looks at the hottest and the most reliable transfer rumours around the footballing world along with the biggest club confirmed transfers.
Arsenal have intensified their interest in Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey. The 27-year-old Ghanaian has a €50m release clause but the Gunners are hoping to negotiate a lower fee with Los Rojiblancos. (The Athletic)
Back to the Prem
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is keen on bringing Memphis Depay back to the Premier League. The Dutchman's current contract with Lyon ends in 2021. (Le10Sport)
New deal for Dier
Jose Mourinho is hopeful that English international Eric Dier will sign a new contract at the club. Dier has previously expressed his desire to stay at the North London club.
Hijacking from Watford
Marseille have signed Papa Gueye from Ligue 2 side Le Havre. Watford previously announced his signing and have threatened legal action against any club that wants to take him away from them. (Goal.com)
Staying in Italy
Manchester United have decided that pair Alexis Sanchez and Chris Smalling will stay in Italy until the end of the season. Their loans will be extended with Inter and Roma respectively. (Goal.com)
Saka stays
Arsenal have confirmed that wonderkid Bukayo Saka has signed a new contract at the Emirates. The youngster has signed a new four year deal with the Gunners. (Club confirmation)
Snubbing the champions
RB Salzburg man Hwang Hee Chan snubbed the chance to join Liverpool and instead chose to move to sister club RB Leipzig. The 24 year old South Korean will move to the Red Bull Arena in a move worth around €10m. (Sky Germany)
City's new Bayern star
David Alaba could join Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. The 28-year-old Austrian superstar looks increasingly likely to leave the Bavarians this summer. (The Guardian, Bild)
Frankfurt star in demand
Eintracht Frankfurt star Filip Kostic could leave the Bundesliga this season according to sporting director Fredi Bobic. The 27-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League and Serie A. (Goal.com)
Inter to raid Chelsea
Chelsea fullbacks Marcos Alonso and Emerson Palmieri could be on their way to the San Siro. The Blues are looking to bring Ben Chilwell. (Gazzetta Dello Sport)
Aurier's escape
Monaco are keen on taking Tottenham right-back Serge Aurier back to France. The 27-year-old has struggled at his time in North London. (Sky Sports)
Ceballos to stay
Arsenal could make a permanent move for loanee Dani Ceballos. Manager Mikel Arteta has been impressed with the Spaniard's recent performances at the Emirates. (Goal.com)
