Kylian Mbappe, the forward for Paris Saint-Germain, is open to the idea of joining Arsenal, a club in the English Premier League.
In an exciting development, The Mirror has reported that Kylian Mbappe is open to the possibility of joining Arsenal. The Paris Saint-Germain striker, whose contract is set to expire at the end of the season, could be on his way out of Ligue 1. While Real Madrid are the favorites to secure his signature, Mbappe is reportedly considering Arsenal as it would allow him to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Thierry Henry.
The 25-year-old French forward has been the subject of intense transfer speculation, with Real Madrid showing strong interest in him back in 2022. However, Mbappe decided against a move to the Bernabeu at the last minute. While Los Blancos are still in the running for his signature, recent reports suggest that Mbappe is open to exploring other options.
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly planning a move for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher if he does not sign a new contract. The 24-year-old will have one year left on his deal this summer, and Chelsea will not want to lose him for nothing. According to The Telegraph, Chelsea face a dilemma over Gallagher, whose transfer value is decreasing as his contract approaches its final year. However, his salary profile is increasing, making it crucial for Chelsea to secure his future.
Tottenham, along with other clubs like Everton, West Ham United, Fulham, and Brighton, have shown interest in Gallagher. Mauricio Pochettino, Tottenham’s head coach, praised Gallagher’s performance against Crystal Palace, describing him as “priceless.” It remains to be seen where Gallagher’s future lies, but Tottenham are ready to make a move if his contract situation remains unresolved.
Manchester United are keeping a close eye on several central defenders, including Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite. However, they may face competition from other clubs, including Tottenham, for the 21-year-old’s signature. Confidential understands that United and Spurs are making the most concerted effort to secure Branthwaite’s services.
United are looking to bolster their defense this summer, with a focus on homegrown players. Branthwaite, a left-sided center back, fits the bill and would provide better balance to their defense. However, United are also considering other options, such as Benfica’s Antonio Silva, Jean-Clair Todibo at Nice, and Lille’s 18-year-old Leny Yoro, who has caught the attention of Real Madrid.
Barcelona are increasingly confident that they can keep Manchester City’s on-loan defender Joao Cancelo at the Nou Camp. The cash-strapped Catalans may need to negotiate another loan deal with City to make this happen. Cancelo has been a standout performer for Barcelona this season and is believed to want to remain at the club.
While City would prefer to offload Cancelo on a permanent deal, his agent Jorge Mendes is working hard to find a solution that allows his client to stay at Barcelona. A loan deal with a decent fee and an obligation to buy could be a suitable compromise for all parties involved.