Chelsea have revived their interest in Barcelona star Gavi, while Jean-Clair Todibo is open to joining Manchester United but is less certain about a move than another target – according to European transfer rumours. on Wednesday.
GAVI IS BACK ON THE CHELSEA RADAR
Chelsea are monitoring Barcelona midfielder Gavi, who is also interested in Paris Saint-Germain.
Like that Diario Sportin a report that reiterated that Gavi ‘always wanted to play, no matter what’ but now faces more competition for a place in Barcelona’s midfield.
Xavi’s side signed Ilkay Gundogan and ex-Chelsea man Oriol Romeu in Gavi’s position this summer. That means he’s not guaranteed to play in every big game this season.
With that in mind, SPORT confirmed that Chelsea remain interested in Gavi after expressing their admiration for his entourage earlier in the summer.
They have strengthened their own midfield in added Moises Caicedo in a deal that broke the British transfer record, while Romeo Lavia is on his way again.
However Chelsea are said to be in contention for Gavi, although they will be fielding a midfield of Enzo Fernandez, Caicedo and Lavia.
PSG are also keen on Gavi after confirming the departures of Leandro Paredes and Renato Sanches to Jose Mourinho’s Roma on Wednesday.
However, both of his suitors must still be disappointed, as Gavi only wants to succeed for Barcelona. He is under contract with Catalonia until 2026.
At just 19, he is ready to continue fighting for his place at Barcelona alongside the likes of Gundogan, Romeu, Frenkie de Jong and Pedri. But if his situation changes, the Spain international could open up another opportunity.
Chelsea are rebuilding their midfield this summer after the departures of N’Golo Kante, Mason Mount, Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
In addition to Caicedo (and soon Lavia), Lesley Ugochukwu also arrived, but if the Blues can strengthen the department, they could look to send him on loan.
Gavi would be a high-profile addition in west London after his 97 appearances for Barcelona to date, especially considering the fact he will be sacrificing Champions League involvement.
All things considered, it seems unlikely that Chelsea will sign Gavi this summer, but perhaps his situation will be one to watch for future windows as the season progresses.
PAVARD LIKES MAN UTD MORE THAN TODIBO
Great defender Jean-Clair Todibo is not opposed to leaving the club for Man Utd after rejecting Napoli, but he has less push than Bayern Munich’s Benjamin Pavard. (Nice-Matin)
West Ham have emerged as the preferred destination for Chelsea striker target Elye Wahi following their €35m bid for Montpellier. (Til Market)
Manchester City have agreed a five-year contract with Rennes winger Jeremy Doku. (Til Market)
Chelsea have reached an agreement in principle to send Hakim Ziyech to Galatasaray. (Fabrizio Romano)
Newcastle have a strong interest in Eintracht Frankfurt star Jesper Lindstrom, who will spend up to €35m. (Extra Blade)
Tottenham have allowed Hugo Lloris to join Lazio on a free transfer. (Gianluca Di Marzio)
David De Gea has given the green light to agree personal terms with Bayern Munich following his exit from Manchester United. (Sky Sports Deutschland)
West Ham are in talks to sign former Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos. (Fabrizio Romano)
ARSENAL FLOP LIKES THE FOREST
Nottingham Forest have made a permanent bid to sign Nuno Tavares from Arsenal. (Fabrizio Romano)
Forest have also made a formal offer for Real Betis defender Luiz Felipe. (Mundo Deportivo)
Man City are ready to trigger the release clause of Brighton target Valentin Barco at Boca Juniors. (ESPN Argentina)
Roma have made an approach to Chelsea for the loan signing of striker Armando Broja. (Sky Sport Italia)
However, Jose Mourinho’s side are also in talks with Atalanta for Duvan Zapata. (Fabrizio Romano)
Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is doing everything to join Atletico Madrid, but their offer so far has not been enough. (Brand)
Barcelona are aware of a new attempt by Arsenal to beat them with the signing of Joao Cancelo from Manchester City. (Diario Sport)
MAN CITY BACKUP OPTION ON TURKISH LINK
Fenerbahce are trying to sign Kalvin Phillips from Man City. (Elis Buse Arac)
Nice are awaiting an approach from Chelsea for former Leicester City goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel. (Nice-Matin)
Andros Townsend was approached by MLS and Saudi Pro League clubs after leaving Everton. (Fabrizio Romano)
Wolves defender Rayan Ait-Nouri remains interested in Nice. (Nice-Matin)
Gent must decide whether to sell Gift Orban to Tottenham or Hugo Cuypers to Bologna. (De Morgen)
Udinese striker Beto is more likely to move outside Italy – perhaps to Everton – than to Inter. (Calciomercato)
Barcelona have been promised that Lamine Yamal will sign a new contract with them despite Man City showing interest. (Mundo Deportivo)
AND THE OTHERS
Juventus wing-back Filip Kostic is available for £13m and that has attracted Nottingham Forest. (Tuttomercatoweb)
Napoli are close to formalizing an offer under the release clause of Celta Vigo prodigy Gabri Veiga. (Sky Sport Italia)
Monaco have signed Torino wing-back Wilfried Singo for €10m. (Fabrizio Romano)
Real Sociedad have agreed to sign Arsen Zakharyan from Dinamo Moscow. (AS)
Union Berlin have agreed to the arrival of Kevin Volland from Monaco. (Sky Sports Deutschland)
Xabi Alonso has a secret agreement with Bayer Leverkusen that he can leave his role as head coach if an offer comes in from elsewhere. (Image)
Juventus midfielder Nicolo Rovella has arrived for a medical at Lazio ahead of a loan with an obligation to buy. (Corriere Dello Sport)