The coronavirus pandemic made the summer transfer market one of a kind, but there were still a lot of deals done, and you can Check out the main ones here. The window may be closed in Europe’s top leagues, but here are the best rumors from around the world.
Lyon has set a favorable price for Depay
There has been a lot of talk about the clubs moving since Memphis Depay, but now you can expect a rush to try and get his signature.
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It comes after L’Equipe announced that Lyon were ready to sell the Dutchman for as little as € 5million in January. Among the clubs that have made offers in the past are Barcelona, led by the former Orange skipper Ronald Koeman.
Depay’s contract ends in the summer of 2021, so it’s one way to make sure Lyon doesn’t lose it for free. By offloading their salary, the Ligue 1 team would also be able to settle financially amid league-wide income struggles and plan how to move forward without the talisman.
Inter want Damsgaard
Internazionale has set itself the goal of providing Mikkel Damsgaard in their club, reports Calciomercato.
It is suggested that they are “bewitched” by the Dane, who plays wing for Serie A wrestlers Genoa.
The Milan team have spotted the 20-year-old and have no doubts that he is worth pursuing.
Discussions have started around the move, but there have been no negotiations yet.
Juve demand Milik cut
Juventus turn their attention to Napoli Arkadiusz Milik in the midst of their search for an attacker, reports Tuttosport.
The Poland international has long been linked with a Napoli departure and has apparently caught the attention of Andrea Pirlo.
However, Juventus are asking Napoli to reduce their current demands by € 18million for the 26-year-old.
If Napoli do not move and cannot move Milik in January, the striker will be able to leave for free when his contract ends this summer.
Tap-ins
– Celtic prepare talks to sign Queens Park Rangers winger Luminous Osayi-Samuel, reports Football Insider. The Scottish giants are looking to enter early to beat the competition for the former Blackpool man’s signing. Due to cross-border rules, Osayi-Samuel will be able to sign a pre-contract agreement in January.
– There is a mutual interest between Columbus Crew SC and Bradley Wright-Phillips, reports the Csend olumbus. The veteran forward is reportedly available for free after his contract option was turned down by LAFC. The crew, fresh off their MLS Cup victory, already have Gyasi Zardes but BWP could be a very effective backup option.
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