The Lilywhites are confident of signing a West Ham attacking midfielder, while the Eagles make a record offer to bring a sensational Ivorian defender to South London. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours, and gossip from around the globe.
Tottenham want to sign Kudus
Tottenham Hotspur are keen to strengthen their attack. Having failed to convince Bryan Mbeumo to reunite with Thomas Frank, the North Londoners are now trying to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United.
According to The Telegraph, Spurs are confident that they can strike a deal well below the 24-year-old attacking midfielder's £85million release clause. A report in The Guardian suggests West Ham United would be open to offers of around £60m for Kudus to ease PSR concerns. Whispers Rating: 3/5
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Palace to break their transfer record
Crystal Palace, meanwhile, are prepared to spend big to revamp their backline ahead of the Europa League campaign. Sporting CP sensation Ousmane Diomande has emerged as their priority target.
As per Portuguese newspaper A Bola, Diomande is nearing a move to South London for a £47.1miilion fee. The deal would make the Ivorian centre-back Palace's most expensive signing ever. Considered one of the most gifted young defenders in Europe, Diomande is expected to replace Marc Guehi, who has less than 12 months left to run on his contract at Selhurst Park. Whispers Rating: 4/5
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Duran set to return to Europe
In January, Jhon Duran bid farewell to European football at 21, leaving Aston Villa for Al-Nassr in a big-money move. However, the Colombian is set to exit the Saudi Pro League on the back of an underwhelming short stint alongside Cristiano Ronaldo.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reports the highly-rated striker is joining Fenerbahce on an initial season-long loan deal. The Turkish giants will cover his full salary until the summer of 2026. Jose Mourinho would be delighted with such a high-profile addition in attack after Victor Osimhen-led Galatasaray beat Fenerbahce to the league title last term. Whispers Rating: 4.5/5
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Stuttgart braced for Bayern offer
Bayern Munich are also working on signing a top striker in a high-profile move. Last week, it was reported that Nick Woltemade, who scored six goals in five Euro U21 appearances, has agreed personal terms with the Bavarians.
Sky Sport Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg reveals that Vfb Stuttgart are expecting the “first written offer” from Bayern within the next 24 hours. The Bundesliga outfit are hoping to fetch a fee in the region of £60million for their prolific number nine. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
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United enquire about Watkins
Manchester United's striker department is a cause of major concern. Both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee struggled to lead their line last season, and the Red Devils are now keen on parting ways with the Denmark international. They also have a potential replacement in sight.
According to The Athletic, Villa talisman Ollie Watkins is on United's list of potential recruits if Hojlund leaves this summer. The Mancunians have held exploratory talks, via intermediaries, with the Birmingham outfit to discuss the possibility of signing the England international. Whispers Rating: 3/5
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