After Chelsea’s disappointing 4-2 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers, speculation is rife that manager Mauricio Pochettino could face the sack.
Reports suggest that Chelsea’s co-chairman Behdad Eghbali is prepared to dismiss Pochettino immediately if they can secure the signing of Xabi Alonso from Bayer Leverkusen.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the managerial situation, Chelsea is forging ahead with their summer transfer plans and preparing to make a move for AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan, valued at around £70 million.
Bruno Fernandes, who turned down Manchester United’s January offer to leave, is anticipated to receive interest from Al Hilal again in the summer transfer window.
Manchester United’s Raphael Varane and manager Erik ten Hag seem to have come to an understanding after frank discussions.
Paris Saint-Germain has reportedly asked Kylian Mbappe to delay announcing his contract decision until after their Champions League campaign, as Real Madrid intensifies efforts to sign him.
Real Madrid is also weighing the possibility of recruiting Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes as a potential replacement for Luka Modric.
Liverpool is eyeing Barcelona’s Raphinha and Ansu Fati as potential replacements for Mohamed Salah, should he leave in the summer.
Meanwhile, talks have already commenced between Tottenham and Raphinha regarding a potential move at the end of the season.
Barcelona’s sports director Deco has given his approval for Porto manager Sergio Conceicao to replace departed midfielder Xavi.
Arsenal is reportedly interested in signing Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi in the summer transfer window, with Bayern Munich and Barcelona also linked with the Spaniard.
Pep Guardiola is keen on reuniting with Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich and bringing Jamal Musiala to Manchester City, contingent upon the player rejecting a new contract offer.
