The coronavirus pandemic has made the summer transfer window uncertain, but here are the new rumours floating around Europe’s big leagues and beyond.
Juve and Barca discuss Roberto-Pjanic swap
Juventus are in talks with Barcelona about several potential transfers, including part exchange deals, and it would appear as though the Blaugrana are willing to let Sergi Roberto leave, according to Sport.
The two clubs are said to be in contact with each other about the possibility of swap deals that would benefit both clubs, and the La Masia graduate is one of two players to interest Juve, alongside Arthur. Roberto’s representatives are aware of Juve’s interest, and Barca’s willingness to sell, but there remains work to be done for the deal to get over the line.
Barca are keen to bring in midfielder Miralem Pjanic in return, and so any talk at the moment is about a swap deal rather than any fees changing hands.
Cavani hot property but could stay in Paris
Edinson Cavani has been linked with a move away from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, with a number of clubs keen to snap him up, but L’Equipe are reporting that the striker is still waiting for an offer from the Parisiens.
Moreover, should he receive the offer, Cavani is likely to consider it carefully before deciding on his next move.
Cavani was close to joining Atletico Madrid in January, but the Uruguay international is reportedly happy with life in the French capital.
Cavani is also said to be open to offers, though, and as well as Atletico, Boca Juniors and Newcastle United are also said to be keen.
Spurs interested in Rakitic
Tottenham Hotspur boss Jose Mourinho is following developments around the future of Barcelona’s Ivan Rakitic, according to Mundo Deportivo.
With the Croatian expected to leave Camp Nou this summer, Spurs have joined a growing list of clubs keen to add him to their midfield. As well as Spurs, Sevilla, Atletico Madrid, Juventus and Napoli are also on the list of would-be suitors.
Rakitic has two more years left on his contract but Barcelona are keen to sell, though Rakitic himself is reportedly prepared to wait until the season ends before making a decision.
Spurs have already been in contact with Barca about Arthur, but they’re also looking for midfield reinforcements. And with Barca interested in Tanguy Ndombele, there could be mileage in a swap deal.
Tap-ins
– Barcelona and Manchester City are interested in Benfica‘s 22-year-old defender Ruben Dias, according to Record. Dias’ agent is Jorge Mendes, who has offered the player to Barca as a potential replacement for Samuel Umtiti. The stumbling block for Barca and City could be the player’s €100 million buyout clause, which is too rich for both clubs.
– Inter are still harbouring hopes of signing Paulo Dybala, a player they’ve been targeting for five years, says Calciomercato. Dybala is a popular player in Turin and the Juve hierarchy would be unlikely to sell the Argentine to their main rivals. However, Dybala’s contract runs out in 2022 and as yet the player and club are yet to agree on an extension — which is enough to keep Inter interested.
– Burnley‘s financial problems have got rival clubs ready to pounce for manager Sean Dyche, according to the Sun. Burnley are said to be struggling amidst the coronavirus pandemic, which has alerted both Aston Villa and Crystal Palace. Villa would be keen to land Dyche if they can avoid relegation if and when the Premier League season restarts, while Crystal Palace are aware they need to look for a long-term replacement for Roy Hodgson at some point.