What the papers say
Chelsea have reportedly taken a shock lead within the pursuit of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham. The Sun, through Bild and Sport Witness, says the Blues are keen to pay greater than £87million for the 19-year-old. While Dortmund are believed to be holding out for round £105m, Chelsea’s provide units a lofty platform for Bellingham’s different suitors, together with Manchester United and Liverpool, to beat.
Metro, through Bild, experiences Chelsea are additionally anticipated to finish the signing of RB Leipzig ahead Christopher Nkunku earlier than the World Cup begins. The Blues are believed to be at the moment placing the ultimate touches on a five-year contract for the 24-year-old.
Newcastle are contemplating a transfer for Vasco de Gama midfielder Andrey Santos, in accordance with the Daily Mail. The highly-rated 18-year-old has impressed in Brazil’s second tier, with seven targets in 33 appearances, and has additionally been linked with Barcelona.
And The Telegraph experiences former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has turned down affords from two unnamed Premier League golf equipment.
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Players to observe
Joao Felix: Spanish outlet Relevo says Atletico Madrid haven’t any intention of promoting the 22-year-old ahead.
Sergej Milinkovic-Savic: The Daily Mail, through Il Messaggero, experiences Lazio won’t launch the midfielder for something lower than £105m.
Source: www.impartial.co.uk