The Rojiblancos prepare to go all out to sign Tottenham Hotspur's star defender, while the Lilywhites face a setback in their pursuit of a West Ham attacker. Read on for our round-up of some of the juiciest transfer gossip this Thursday.
Atletico intensify Romero chase
Momentum is growing behind Cristian Romero’s purported transfer to Spain this summer on the back of a solid season in North London.
According to Spanish publication AS, Atletico Madrid are willing to put a deal in place worth about £61million to sign the Tottenham Hotspur centre-back. Diego Simeone is understood to be a huge admirer of the Argentine, who is tied to Spurs until the summer of 2027. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
Find more Atletico Madrid transfer gossip right here.
West Ham turn down Spurs' bid
Despite their Europa League glory, Spurs continue to struggle to attract top players. Bryan Mbeumo has picked Manchester United over a reunion with Thomas Frank, while Eberechi Eze is leaning towards a return to Arsenal. Antoine Semenyo, meanwhile, has put exit rumours to bed by signing a new contract at Bournemouth.
In recent days, the North Londoners have shown interest in West Ham United attacking midfielder Mohammed Kudus. As per talkSPORT, they placed a £50million offer for the 24-year-old, but the Hammers immediately turned it down. Kudus has a Saudi-specific release clause of £120million, although there's a feeling among his suitors that he will be allowed to leave for significantly less. Whispers Rating: 3/5
Get the lowdown on every Tottenham Hotspur Transfer Target on Football Whispers.
Napoli close to getting their Kvaratskhelia replacement
Napoli have been searching for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's replacement since January following the Georgian's move to Paris Saint-Germain. Their primary target was Alejandro Garnacho, but the Argentina international's desire to remain in the Premier League forced the Naples outfit to look elsewhere.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Napoli and PSV Eindhoven have agreed “almost every detail” of a deal for Noa Lang's transfer to Serie A. The Dutchman is set to cost in the region of £25million. Capable of playing all across the frontline, the 26-year-old mainly thrives as a left-winger. Whispers Rating: 4.5/5
Find more Napoli transfer gossip right here.
Serie A giants chasing Liverpool starlet
Harvey Elliot has earned plenty of plaudits for his heroics in the U21 European Championship, taking home the Player of the Tournament award. However, his exploits this summer are unlikely to change his fortunes at Liverpool, as Arne Slot is blessed with a number of high-profile talents in attack.
Liverpool are accordingly willing to part ways with Elliot, leading to interest from a number of clubs. Foot Italia claims Inter Milan and Juventus are among the clubs keen on signing the Englishman. The Reds are demanding £50million for the 22-year-old unless a buy-back clause is included in a deal. Whispers Rating: 2.5/5
Find more Serie A transfer gossip right here.
Everton set to sign Barry
Liverpool's Merseyside neighbours, meanwhile, are keen to add an attacker to their ranks after a dreadful Premier League campaign. Among the non-relegated clubs, no side scored fewer goals than Everton in England's top flight last term.
It has been widely reported that David Moyes is a huge admirer of Villarreal striker Thierno Barry. Now, Romano reveals that the Toffees have reached an agreement with the La Liga side to sign their star in a deal worth £30million plus add-ons. The Frenchman bagged 19 goals for the Yellow Submarine across all competitions last season. Whispers Rating: 4.5/5
Get the lowdown on every Everton Transfer Target on Football Whispers.
