Viktor Gyokeres’ relationship with Sporting has reportedly taken a nosedive amid speculation about his future.
Record report that the striker has told the club that he will never play for them again following reports that the higher powers at the Portuguese side are demanding £67million for his services this summer.
Gyokeres is of the understanding that he has a gentleman’s agreement in place which would let him depart for £50m, and the difference in valuations has led the 27-year-old to believe he is being priced out of a move.
Manchester United and Arsenal have both been linked with the ex-Coventry star in recent weeks.
Manchester City have announced the signing of Tijjani Reijnders.
The midfielder has penned a five-year contract at the Etihad Stadium following an impressive campaign with AC Milan.
Speaking after completing his move, Reijnders said: “City are one of the biggest teams in the world, with the best coach, world-class players and outstanding facilities. Under Pep Guardiola, City have won so many titles, and I want to help keep that going with a lot more success in the coming years.”
Galatasaray are ‘confident’ about their chances of signing Leroy Sane, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The winger is set to be available as a free agent after snubbing a fresh contract extension offer at Bayern Munich.
Arsenal and Tottenham are among those to be linked with the Germany international as a result, but Galatasaray now appear to be closing in on a deal, with the board and club president both said to be optimistic about getting a green light from the player.
Arsenal have received a major boost in their pursuit of Benjamin Sesko.
The Mirror reports that the RB Leipzig star has snubbed interest from Saudi outfit Al Hilal, despite the prospect of a lucrative contract and the opportunity to feature at the Club World Cup.
Sesko would rather remain in Europe this summer and the Gunners will take plenty of confidence from his decision as they plot a £60million move for the Slovenian.
It emerged previously that Tottenham were considering hijacking Manchester United’s move for Bryan Mbeumo, and they are now considering a second swoop for another target at Old Trafford.
According to GiveMeSport, Spurs have joined United in the race to sign Middlesbrough star Hayden Hackney, who will be allowed to leave Riverside Stadium outfit this summer.
Boro are holding out for £20million to part ways with the 22-year-old, though the interest from the likes of United, Tottenham and Aston Villa could also drive their valuation up.
Kevin De Bruyne is now set to join Napoli, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The midfielder has agreed to sign a two-year deal with the Serie A side, with the option of a further year.
The Belgium international left Manchester City at the end of last season and Napoli were quick to open up negotiations, and their efforts have now been awarded.