Aston Villa seal deal for Sevilla defender Diego Carlos
Aston Villa have continued their early recruitment drive with the signing of Sevilla defender Diego Carlos for an undisclosed fee.
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Amakhosi begin Zwane era with mass exodus as Manyama, Nurkovic, Akpeyi depart
Kaizer Chiefs have announced the departures of several star players on Wednesday in what turned out to be an eventful day for the Soweto giants.
Football rumours: Pau Torres’ agents arrive in UK amid United and Chelsea talk
Old Trafford looks increasingly as though it could be the new home for Spain defender Pau Torres. Spanish outlet AS quoted the 25-year-old as saying he is “very calm” that the only offer he has in front of him is an unsigned fresh contract from current club Villarreal. But the Mirror, which cites radio station Cadena Ser, says his move to Manchester United has been “discussed and negotiated” with his representatives who travelled to England over the weekend. The centre-back, who was previously targeted for a move to the Red Devils by their former boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, has also been linked with Chelsea. The Manchester Evening News reports new United boss Erik Ten Hag wants to sign the international “at all costs”.
Football rumours: Eddie Nketiah to accept final contract offer from Arsenal
Eddie Nketiah has reportedly received a final contract offer from Arsenal, with the 22-year-old striker expected to accept the deal. According to the Daily Mail, the Gunners have offered Nketiah a five-year contract worth about £100,000 per week. Nketiah had previously rejected multiple offers to re-sign with the Gunners, but the paper says the feeling among his suitors is that he is now inclined to remain at the Emirates Stadium.
St Johnstone cup final hero Shaun Rooney leaves club to join Fleetwood
St Johnstone defender Shaun Rooney has agreed a two-year contract with Fleetwood.
Aston Villa continue recruitment drive with signing of Boubacar Kamara
Aston Villa have announced the signing of Boubacar Kamara on a five-year deal.
Konstantinos Mavropanos to leave Arsenal for Stuttgart in permanent deal
Arsenal have allowed defender Konstantinos Mavropanos to sign for Stuttgart on a permanent deal.
Football rumours: West Ham identify Ollie Watkins as primary summer target
West Ham’s search for a new striker has come to a close, with Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins earmarked as the club’s primary transfer target. The Guardian says West Ham boss David Moyes is desperate to bolster his squad up front, with the club willing to test Villa’s resolve over the 26-year-old when the transfer window opens. Watkins has impressed this season, scoring 11 goals for club and country.