Football Transfer News and Rumours - Wed 6th July
Content Editor at Free Super Tips, Alex was born in the shadow of Old Trafford and is an avid Man Utd fan. After graduating from university he combined his love of football, writing and betting to join FST and now closely follows goings-on in all of the top European leagues.
Matt Phillips – West Brom – DONE DEAL
West Brom have shelled out £5.5 million for 25 year old QPR defender Matt Phillips, who has signed on a four year deal with the Baggies. This comes after West Brom allowed goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard and attackers Stephane Sessegnon and Victor Anichebe leave the club.
.@phillips_matty becomes Albion’s first signing of the summer. Full story https://t.co/p4Mg6bU7a0 #WBA pic.twitter.com/Awm02PDXIg
— West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) 6 July 2016
James Tomkins – Crystal Palace – DONE DEAL
We reported yesterday that a deal between West Ham and Crystal Palace for 27 year old defender James Tomkins was close to completion. This deal eventually went through as a £10 million agreement was struck between the Premier League clubs.
NEWS: #CPFC land @TomkinsOfficial from West Ham https://t.co/lrbmmHdngu – #WelcomeJames pic.twitter.com/ukrdIypG6L
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) July 5, 2016
Leroy Fer – Swansea – DONE DEAL
Swansea have dipped their toes in the transfer market and come out with QPR midfielder Leroy Fer, who had a spell in South Wales last season on loan from the Championship club. The 26 year old midfielder had stated a desire to stay with Swansea, and Francesco Guidolin duly obliged and purchased him with a year remaining on his QPR contract.
BREAKING NEWS: We are delighted to confirm the signing of @LeroyFer10 from @QPRFC. https://t.co/lMLVYQi3Em pic.twitter.com/eq5Iq0iuiw
— Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) July 5, 2016
Mike van der Hoorn – Swansea – DONE DEAL
Swansea have bolstered their back line with Ajax’ 23 year old defender Mike van der Hoorn. Reports suggest that a deal has been agreed between Swansea and Ajax, and the Netherlands Under 21 international has signed a three year deal at the Liberty Stadium.
BREAKING NEWS: #Swans confirm signing of @AFCAjax defender Mike van der Hoorn. https://t.co/489Qkca3Vq pic.twitter.com/zskXfeYAHq
— Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) July 6, 2016
Vincent Janssen – Tottenham Hotspur
Contrary to earlier reports, AZ Alkmaar have dismissed Tottenham Hotspur’s interest in their 21 year old striker Vincent Janssen and claimed that a £16.5 million deal between the clubs has not been agreed.
Leonardo Bonucci – Manchester City
Italy are barely home from Euro 2016 and already their star players are attracting attention. Juventus’ key centre back Leonardo Bonucci is understood to have been the subject of a £38 million bid from Pep Guardiola and his club, but the Turin giants have rejected the offer.
Alexandre Lacazette – Arsenal
Arsene Wenger is not giving up on trying to sign a world class striker this summer, and it’s suggested that he is willing to trigger a reported release clause in his contract with a £34.2 million bid for the Lyon front man.
Andre Gomes – Chelsea
Valencia have flat out rejected a £40 million bid from Chelsea for their highly rated 22 year old midfielder Andre Gomes.
Kalidou Koulibaly – Chelsea
Another player Antonio Conte is interested in his Napoli centre back Kalidou Koulibaly. The Senegal international is expected to leave the club this summer and Conte has told Chelsea to do everything they can to sign the player, but he’s expected to cost over £35 million.
Georginio Wijnaldum – Tottenham Hotspur
Mauricio Pochettino is set to take advantage of Newcastle’s recent relegation by offering £17 million for their star man Georginio Wijnaldum.
Nemanja Matic – Juventus
27 year old Serbian midfielder Nemanja Matic is reportedly keen to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, and Serie A champions Juventus are keen on the combative midfielder. They are preparing a £17 million bid for him, but Chelsea are expected to demand a little more than that.
Julian Draxler – Premier League
Wolfsburg playmaker Julian Draxler, who only moved there last summer after they lost Kevin De Bruyne, is the subject of a lot of Premier League interest. Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool are all set to battle it out for his signature, and Juventus have also made a bit of noise. Wolfsburg are adamant they are unwilling to sell though.
Saido Berahino – Watford
Spurs’ interest in West Brom striker Saido Berahino has cooled, and now Watford are looking into the possibility of paying £20 million for the 22 year old. Watford are even thought to be willing to offer Odion Ighalo, who netted 15 league goals last season, as a bargaining chip.
Alvaro Morata – Chelsea or Arsenal
Chelsea and Arsenal are gearing up for a transfer war over Spain’s 23 year old striker Alvaro Morata. Both clubs are seriously interested in the striker, but neither are willing to meet Real Madrid’s excessive £57 million asking price.
Enner Valencia – Lazio
Lazio have approached West Ham about a proposed loan move for 26 year old Colombia striker Enner Valencia. The Serie A club are offering a one year loan deal with the view of a £10 million permanent transfer, but West Ham want at least £12 million for the player.
Mario Balotelli – Sampdoria
No sooner has Mario Balotelli returned from Italy than more Italian clubs are giving him a chance. The 25 year old was unimpressive last season, but that hasn’t stopped Sampdoria registering their interest in the out of favour Liverpool man.
