Latest transfer news today: Rodri continues to be linked with La Liga move as Chelsea eye Premier League winger

Latest transfer news today: Rodri continues to be linked with La Liga move as Chelsea eye Premier League winger
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The 2025/26 season is nearing its end, and while almost every Premier League side still has something to play for, the transfer rumour mill is picking up by the day.

In today's roundup, we have news on how the training ground bust-up between Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde could have an impact on Manchester City, and the latest on Anthony Gordon's future at Newcastle.

Check out today's latest headlines below.

Real Madrid to step up Rodri pursuit

Rodri
Could Rodri be on the way out of Man City? – Photo by Icon Sport

Real Madrid are said to be determined to sign Rodri this summer, with Los Blancos reportedly set to part ways with Aurelien Tchouameni following his fight with teammate Federico Valverde.

The Manchester City midfielder has been a target for Real Madrid for some time now, and during the last international break, he openly admitted that it would be difficult to turn down a move to the club, despite previously playing for Atletico Madrid.

According to El Nacional, Real Madrid plan on using the funds from an Aurelien Tchouameni sale to sign Rodri from City. Tchouameni has been linked with a Premier League move himself, with Man Utd reportedly interested.

With Rodri currently out injured, there is a chance that he has played his final match for Man City.

Chelsea open talks with Newcastle over Gordon

Anthony Gordon
Anthony Gordon has been linked with several clubs – Photo by Icon Sport

One player who is seemingly guaranteed to dominate the transfer headlines this summer is Anthony Gordon, who looks set to push for a move away from St James' Park.

According to a reputable Chelsea journalist, Simon Phillips, the Blues are the latest club to make a move for Gordon, with a meeting between the club and the player's agent reportedly taking place last week.

The news of said meeting comes just a day after Eddie Howe assured reports and Newcastle supporters that he felt the winger was still fully committed to the club.

Gordon, who has scored 18 goals in all competitions for the Magpies this season, has also been heavily linked with a move to Bayern Munich in recent weeks.

Tottenham to make a move for Van Hecke

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Jan Paul van Hecke has impressed this season – Photo by Icon Sport

Tottenham are reportedly keen on bringing Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke to North London this summer, provided that they can avoid relegation to the Championship.

According to a report in TEAMtalk, Roberto de Zerbi is pushing for the signing as he wants to bring in players he knows he can trust. The Italian previously worked with Van Hecke during his time at Brighton.

If Spurs are to successfully sign the defender this summer, they will have to fend off interest from elsewhere. Chelsea and Liverpool have both been strongly linked with the Dutchman, who seems set for a new challenge this summer.

Surviving the drop is currently the priority for Tottenham, and the size of the club means they will remain an attractive destination for a lot of players this summer despite their difficulties this season.


Andy is a freelance Sports Journalist with ten years of experience covering football in the United Kingdom and abroad for various publications including the Manchester Evening News, UtdReport and Football Whispers. Andy also has a keen interest in basketball, cricket, golf and tennis and has covered major sporting events such as the Masters in Augusta.