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Reputed transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Tottenham Hotspur have fended off interest from Manchester City to secure the future of one of their top stars this summer.

While much of the focus has been on the signings Spurs are making to try and halt a slide that has seen them finish 17th in back-to-back Premier League seasons, keeping their top stars also remains a priority for Roberto De Zerbi.

Experienced Tottenham duo Cristian Romero and Guglielmo Vicario are both primed to leave, while Yves Bissouma has been released and there are also major doubts over the likes of Richarlison, Pape Sarr, Radu Dragusin and Mathys Tel going forward.

One player who has been heavily tipped to leave is right-back Pedro Porro, who is currently away with Spain at the World Cup.

Earlier this month, it emerged that Real Madrid were looking at signing the 26-year-old, with Romano claiming that Porro was one of the full-backs being targeted by the Spanish giants.

However, with Los Blancos eventually striking a deal to sign Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, Porro’s former club City then came into the picture.

Journalist Gianluigi Longari wrote earlier this week that City have been in contact with the agents of Porro, who failed to make a single senior appearance for the Etihad outfit during his three years in Manchester.

A figure of £60million has been banded around for Porro, but now Romano reports that the Spaniard has instead decided to extend is stay in north London.

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Porro signs new Tottenham deal

The Italian wrote on X: “Pedro Porro signs new deal at Tottenham, all sealed with the right back and his agents. New contract valid until June 2031 plus an option until June 2032, salary rise and deal done. Despite reports on City & more clubs, never any chances for exit. Untouchable.”

That decision must be considered a big win for De Zerbi, who has clearly done enough in the small sample size at the end of the season to convince Porro to put pen to paper.

Official confirmation is likely to come from Tottenham on Monday for a player who has scored 13 goals and provided 26 assists in 152 games for the club

Porro was also one of the few Spurs players to come out of the relegation scrap with any real credit and was continually lauded by supporters for his battling displays.

Those fighting qualities now appear to have been rewarded with a lucrative new contract, although there is no mention of whether an exit clause has been added – assuming City revisit their interest at some point.

Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton remain locked in negotiations over a pair of potentially significant deals, with TEAMtalk understanding talks are primarily focused on Jan Paul van Hecke’s move to north London and the valuation of Luka Vuskovic amid his prospective switch to the AMEX Stadium.

Sources have confirmed discussions between the two clubs are ongoing and there is growing confidence that an agreement can eventually be reached over Van Hecke, who has already made his intentions clear.

We understand that the Dutch defender has informed Brighton that he wants to reunite with Roberto De Zerbi, who is now in charge at Tottenham, and personal terms between player and club have already been agreed in principle.

The main stumbling block remains the transfer fee.

Brighton continue to value Van Hecke higher than Tottenham’s current assessment, but sources close to the negotiations have described talks as “ongoing” and maintain that a deal is considered “very likely” to be completed.

Van Hecke is viewed as a priority target by De Zerbi as he looks to strengthen Spurs’ defensive options with a player he knows well from their successful period together on the south coast.

However, discussions between the clubs extend beyond the Netherlands international.

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Tottenham setting high bar with Vuskovic valuation

We can also reveal that talks are also continuing over highly-rated Croatian defender Vuskovic, who is open to moving in the opposite direction.

As with Van Hecke, personal terms are already in place in principle, with the teenager keen on the Brighton project and attracted by the club’s outstanding track record of developing young talent.

Brighton’s opening proposal, understood to be worth around £30million, was initially met with resistance from Tottenham. Indeed, Spurs’ early position was that Vuskovic’s value was closer to double that figure, at almost £60m, given the enormous potential they believe he possesses.

Yet sources indicate the player’s camp have privately communicated that such a valuation is viewed as somewhat excessive at this stage of his career.

That has left room for further negotiation, with Tottenham prepared to continue discussions despite their belief that Vuskovic could become one of Europe’s elite centre-backs in the coming years.

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De Zerbi wants more than just Van Hecke reunion

The willingness to negotiate is also influenced by Tottenham’s broader interest in Brighton’s squad.

We understand De Zerbi’s admiration for his former club’s talent extends beyond Van Hecke, with goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen and midfield powerhouse Carlos Baleba both highly regarded within Spurs’ recruitment department.

Indeed, sources suggest De Zerbi would ideally like to bring more than one Brighton player with him as he continues shaping his Tottenham squad.

That wider context has helped keep communication channels open between the clubs, with multiple discussions taking place as they explore whether a series of agreements could be reached.

While work remains to be done on valuations, particularly regarding Van Hecke and Vuskovic, there is optimism on all sides that progress can be made.

For now, negotiations continue, but sources indicate both clubs remain committed to finding common ground, with Van Hecke’s move to Tottenham increasingly viewed as a matter of when rather than if.

Tottenham are ready to launch a £60m bid for Liverpool winger, Cody Gakpo, with both teams now gearing up for mega-money double winger signings.

Gakpo, 27, is a player Liverpool are open to selling this summer, despite the fact Mohamed Salah is leaving and Federico Chiesa wants out.

Reporting last week, transfer guru, Fabrizio Romano, confirmed an ‘important proposal’ would see Liverpool cash in on the Dutchman.

He explained: “We have to see what’s going to happen around Cody Gakpo in case Liverpool receive an important proposal because Liverpool want to go and strengthen the winger’s position, already lost Mohamed Salah.

“Let’s see if some club arrives with proposal with Cody Gakpo because there is interest in Cody Gakpo. Then it’s going to be on Liverpool to decide whether he’s going to stay, or whether he’s going to leave.

“There’s going to be a club decision, with the coach as well, Andoni Iraola, but don’t forget that Liverpool are very busy with wingers.”

Liverpool are in discussions with RB Leipzig for the blockbuster signing of Yan Diomande, who is valued at €130m / £112m.

The Reds are putting what’s being termed ‘important money’ on the table in talks over personal terms in order to get the jump on PSG.

Furthermore, two top sources have now hinted Liverpool could also bring Bradley Barcola to Anfield in a double deal worth nearly £200m.

Of course, that relies on Gakpo leaving, and according to CaughtOffside, the Dutchman could be bound for Tottenham as part of a double winger coup of their own.

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Tottenham to bid £60m for Cody Gakpo – report

Spurs have got the green light to sign Savinho from Manchester City and club-to-club discussions over a £60m deal are advancing.

Gakpo may yet arrive as well, with CaughtOffside going big with their spectacular claims on Friday.

They stated: ‘Tottenham are understood to be preparing a big bid for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, according to information shared by CaughtOffside sources.

‘Leading figures in the industry have confirmed the validity of the claims, asking to remain anonymous to protect relationships.

‘Gakpo’s Liverpool future is understood to be in some doubt this summer after a dip in form, but the Netherlands international still has admirers in the Premier League and Europe.

‘Our understanding as of this morning is that Spurs are leading the race for Gakpo’s signature, and have internally put plans in place to offer a package worth around €70m / £60m for the 27-year-old.’

£60m for Gakpo – who endured a torrid campaign last term – would most definitely constitute the sort of ‘important proposal’ Romano spoke of and bring Liverpool to the table.

Why Tottenham want Cody Gakpo

A prior report cited by our sister site, Football365, shed light on why Tottenham are allegedly moving for Gakpo despite his struggles last term.

The north London club are determined to add far greater experience to a team who have proven themselves flaky in recent seasons.

They’ll get plenty of know-how with the twin arrivals of veteran defenders, Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson. Spurs want to bring Joao Palhinha back on board, while a third bid will be tabled for Brighton’s Jan Paul van Hecke, who has over 100 Premier League games to his name.

Gakpo’s arrival would mesh well with the strategy of providing De Zerbi with proven players in the Premier League, and if Spurs do launch a £60m bid, Liverpool would surely accept.

Adding further fuel to this transfer fire, recent reports in the Netherlands have claimed Gakpo ‘wishes to leave’ Liverpool after taking a dim view of the club sacking his fellow countryman, Arne Slot.

Tottenham are on course to sell a player to a Premier League rival after a ‘full verbal agreement’ on personal terms was struck, and this is a deal Spurs will surely come to regret.

Tottenham aren’t hanging around this summer, with the dual arrival of free agents, Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, already confirmed.

Two bids have been tabled for Jan Paul van Hecke who has agreed personal terms with Spurs. A third bid – projected to be in the £55m-£60m range – is expected to be accepted.

Elsewhere, Tottenham are renegotiating the permanent arrival of Joao Palhinha for a fee below his €30m / £26m option to buy.

Savinho has said yes to joining Spurs and club-to-club talks with Manchester City regarding a £60m switch are advancing.

However, while all of the above is incredibly positive news, there is a dampener in the form of Luka Vuskovic’s potential exit.

Tottenham ready to sell Luka Vuskovic to Brighton

The Croatia international is widely regarded as one of the best young centre-backs in world football.

Spurs signed Vuskovic all the way back in 2023 ahead of his arrival at the club in 2025. He shone during a season-long loan spell at Hamburg last term, and the initial expectation was he’d compete for a starting spot under Roberto De Zerbi next term.

However, David Ornstein recently revealed Vuskovic has now decided to leave Spurs, with the defender setting his sights on joining Brighton.

Explaining why, it was revealed Vuskovic believes a switch to Brighton – who are synonymous with developing younger players – would be the best course of action for his career.

Brighton lodged a £30m bid, and our insider, Graeme Bailey, has been informed on why Spurs are now ready to sell the ultra-talented youngster.

He stated: ‘Sources have told us that Tottenham are now seriously considering Brighton’s proposal, although any decision will be closely linked to the outcome of negotiations for Van Hecke.

‘While the two deals are not formally connected, there is a growing feeling that progress on one could help facilitate the other.

‘Brighton continue to value Van Hecke at more than £65million, while their £30million offer for Vuskovic has opened the door to a potential compromise between the clubs.

‘We can also confirm that Vuskovic’s representatives have floated the possibility of including a buy-back clause in any agreement.

‘Such a provision has not been agreed and would still depend on future discussions with the player, but it is understood to be an option Tottenham would consider if they ultimately decide to part ways with one of the brightest young defenders in Europe.’

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Vuskovic verbally agrees personal terms with Brighton

A buy-back clause would provide Tottenham with some level of insurance if, as anticipated, Vuskovic goes on to become one of the world’s best centre-backs.

However, it would obviously require Tottenham to pay far more than the sum they’d receive from selling Vuskovic in the first place.

And according to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, Vuskovic has now struck a ‘full verbal agreement’ with Brighton.

He wrote on X: ‘Understand Luka Vuskovic has already reached a full verbal agreement with Brighton following very positive talks with Fabian Hürzeler and the club’s hierarchy.

‘Several other clubs have already been turned down. Brighton have submitted a €35m offer to Tottenham.

‘The deal remains complicated, but Brighton are pushing hard and continue to fight for the transfer. Other clubs are also planning to enter the race.’

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi is close to getting his wish granted about keeping Pedro Porro at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, amid interest from Manchester City, according to a report.

Earlier this month, it emerged that Real Madrid were looking at signing Porro from Tottenham in the summer transfer window.

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reported that Porro was one of the right-backs that Madrid were interested in.

Los Blancos eventually struck a deal to sign Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan, but Manchester City’s interest in Porro then came to light this week.

Journalist Gianluigi Longari wrote on X at 9:33pm on June 10: “Pedro Porro could leave Tottenham.

“Among the clubs that have already made contact with his agents are Manchester City and Atletico Madrid.

“Tottenham value Porro at nearly 60M.”

Romano reacted to the rumours about Man City and Porro by saying that Spurs have no plans to sell the Spain international right-back.

Romano posted on X at 9:01am on June 11: “Understand Tottenham manager De Zerbi see Pedro Porro as crucial player and the club also don’t want him to leave.

“Despite reports, #THFC want Porro to stay.”

There have been further development on Porro’s future, with AS reporting that the Spaniard is close to signing a new deal.

The Real Madrid-leaning Spanish publication has reported Man City’s desire to sign Porro, revealing that the Cityzens’ director of football, Hugo Viana, is pushing for the deal.

The report has noted: ‘City are interested and were told that his asking price, for them and anyone else, was £50 million.’

However, Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi wants Porro to stay and has managed to convince both his bosses and the right-back to commit to a new deal.

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New Pedro Porro – Tottenham deal ‘very close’

AS has reported that after learning Man City’s interest in Porro, Spurs’ ‘response has been swift and decisive’, and ‘the parties involved – the club and his agents – are close to reaching an agreement’.

The report continued: ‘De Zerbi, their manager, has repeatedly emphasised to both the club and Pedro Porro his desire to keep him, citing his value both on and off the pitch.

‘He sees Porro as a leader around whom to build a project that suffered a setback last season.’

AS further added: ‘At 26, Porro is a rising star in the Premier League, and Tottenham have accelerated talks with his agents, which had already begun some time ago in an initial phase.

‘The London club had to make a major, swift, and decisive effort in the face of City’s threat, and that’s exactly what they’re doing.

‘The aim is to make him one of the highest-paid players, if not the highest, in the squad.

‘It’s an outstanding commitment to the player that his manager is determined not to lose.’

Porro is under contract at Tottenham until the summer of 2028.

Tottenham Hotspur could be set to sanction one of the surprise moves of the summer after Luka Vuskovic informed the club that he wants to join Brighton and Hove Albion, TEAMtalk can reveal.

The 19-year-old Croatia international defender, regarded as one of the most exciting young defensive prospects in world football, had been expected to return to Tottenham this summer following an impressive loan spell with Hamburg.

Sources indicated that Vuskovic was being lined up to compete for a first-team role under manager Roberto De Zerbi, as Spurs prepared for a major defensive reshuffle ahead of the new campaign.

However, we can now reveal that the teenager has now made it clear to Tottenham that he believes his immediate development would be better served by a move to Brighton, rejecting interest from other sides across Europe.

The Seagulls have emerged as serious contenders for his signature after stepping up their interest in recent weeks and have now submitted an offer worth £30million for the highly-rated centre-back.

Brighton’s pursuit has gathered momentum as the club prepare for the likely departure of Jan Paul van Hecke.

As we have previously revealed, Tottenham are pushing hard to sign the Netherlands international, with talks between the clubs ongoing and confidence growing that a deal can eventually be struck.

With Van Hecke potentially heading in the opposite direction, Brighton have accelerated plans for defensive reinforcements and Vuskovic has been identified as one of their priority targets.

The admiration is long-standing. Sources have told us that Brighton have conducted extensive scouting work on Vuskovic over the past year and believe that he possesses all the attributes required to thrive under Fabian Hurzeler.

The player appears to share that view and we can reveal that Vuskovic has informed Tottenham of his desire to move to the American Express Stadium.

Vuskovic wants to work under Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler and believes that regular Premier League football could accelerate his development at this stage of his career.

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Why Tottenham are willing to sell Luka Vuskovic – sources

The defender’s stance represents a significant shift from earlier expectations. Tottenham had viewed Vuskovic as an important part of their long-term plans, particularly amid uncertainty surrounding the futures of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven.

At one stage, the expectation was that the Croatian would return and compete directly for a starting place.

However, Spurs have since moved aggressively in the market, with Marcus Senesi already arriving and Van Hecke now firmly in their sights.

That has altered the landscape for Vuskovic and prompted fresh discussions about the best pathway for his development.

Sources have told us that Tottenham are now seriously considering Brighton’s proposal, although any decision will be closely linked to the outcome of negotiations for Van Hecke.

While the two deals are not formally connected, there is a growing feeling that progress on one could help facilitate the other.

Brighton continue to value Van Hecke at more than £65million, while their £30million offer for Vuskovic has opened the door to a potential compromise between the clubs.

We can also confirm that Vuskovic’s representatives have floated the possibility of including a buy-back clause in any agreement.

Such a provision has not been agreed and would still depend on future discussions with the player, but it is understood to be an option Tottenham would consider if they ultimately decide to part ways with one of the brightest young defenders in Europe.

For now, discussions remain ongoing.

Tottenham Hotspur appear to have been given a significant boost to their hopes of signing a top striker this summer following an agent denial and uncertainity over the player’s future growing in Germany.

Having already made a strong start to revamping their backline with the free agent additions of Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi, along with negotiating to bring in Brighton’s Jon Paul van Hecke, Spurs are also aiming to rebuild their failing forward line.

Tottenham only scored 48 goals in their 38 Premier League outings last season, as they narrowly avoided relegation to English football’s second tier for the first time in almost 50 years.

While Richarlison finished the campaign as the club’s top scorer, his 12 goals in 43 games in all competitions is not what a side expected to push for the top six again is aiming for.

Indeed, there is a strong chance the Brazilian is offloaded, if the right offer comes in, while Dominic Solanke’s future at the club is also in doubt – more down to his fitness record than anything else.

The former Bournemouth star. who has scored 22 goals in 65 games for Spurs, barely missed a game on the south coast but has missed 50 in total since his move to north London.

All that adds up to Tottenham bringing in at least one new No.9 this summer, and it looks like they’ve been a major boost to their hopes of landing Borussia Dortmund star Serhou Guirassy.

Speculation has been rife that the 30-year-old has a pre-agreement to join Turkish giants Fenerbahce this summer, despite still having two years left on his contract at Dortmund.

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Agent gives Tottenham hope with Guirassy denial

Those links cast fresh uncertainty over Guirassy’s future, reopening the door for top clubs in Europe to move for the prolific striker, who has notched 185 goals in 407 career games.

However, speaking exclusively to Sky Sports journalist Patrick Berger, Karamba Guirassy, brother and agent of the Guinea international, has completely dismissed reports of an impending move to Istanbul.

“To clarify: no agreement of any kind has been reached,” he said. “Serhou is currently evaluating his options for next season. Any claim of a verbal deal is simply not true.”

“Evaluating his options” appears to suggest the player is very much open to a move, with Spurs having been linked with Guirassy prior to him joining Dortmund from Stuttgart in 2024.

Roberto De Zerbi is desperate to get a 20-goal-a-season striker on board, although Tottenham are not the only club keen on trying to secure Guirassy’s signature this summer.

It has been previously reported that Chelsea have also established contact to sign him, while there have been links to Arsenal and Manchester United in the past.

Meanwhile, AC Milan and Atletico Madrid are also believed to have the striker on their shortlists, as news of his potential availability continues to spread.

Interest in Guirassy comes as no surprise, given his exploits with Dortmund over the past two seasons.

Following a spectacular 38-goal haul during his debut season at Signal Iduna Park, he backed it up with 22 goals across all competitions during the 2025/26 campaign.

Indeed, since joining the German giants, Guirassy has scored 60 goals and assisted another 15 in 96 matches across all competitions.

Adding that sort of output to De Zerbi’s Tottenham side would go a long way to putting back-to-back 17th-placed Premier League finishes behind them.

Tottenham Hotspur are no longer in the running to sign Crysencio Summerville after a journalist dropped a four-word update on their chances of a deal, while a new suitor has emerged for the West Ham winger amid an apparent chopping of his asking price by the Championship newcomers.

It will be all change at the London Stadium this summer following the club’s relegation from the Premier League after a 14-year stay. With West Ham needing to cut their cloth accordingly following the enormous revenue gaps between the top two tiers, several big-name stars are expected to be sacrificed this summer.

Indeed, a report on Friday morning claimed the first of those, Mateus Fernandes, is soon expected to be the subject of an ‘important first offer’ from Manchester United as they look to push ahead with growing interest in the Portuguese gem.

There is also speculation that several other stars could depart too, with club captain Jarrod Bowen among the most widely coveted, with Tottenham and Everton among those keen, though the player’s stance could scuttle any move.

Another expected to leave is former Leeds winger Summerville, whose form over the second half of the season was enough to force his way into the Netherlands’ squad for this summer’s World Cup final; an inclusion which the player has told the media is a “dream come true”.

But while Summerville’s future looks likely to lie away from the London Stadium, a move to London rivals Tottenham, which was first mooted back in the January window and has again been suggested for this summer, now looks off the table.

That’s according to a well-informed Dutch journalist, who has been all over Spurs’ move for Jan Paul van Hecke, but now says interest in landing Summerville has faded.

In a simple four-word update on X, Joost Blaauwhof said when asked about Summerville: “Is off for Tottenham.”

That comes amid an update from Italy on the player’s future, which claims a move to Serie A is now on the cards and amid a surprise drop in asking price from the Hammers…

West Ham lower Summerville asking price

With West Ham keen to keep Bowen and hope the captain can inspire them to an immediate return to the Premier League, the chances of Summerville moving on certainly appear higher.

However, with Spurs now seemingly out of the race, West Ham may have to accept a lower fee for the 24-year-old winger, who now has 40 career goals.

It was previously claimed the Hammers were hoping to achieve a fee in the region of €40m (£34.5m, $46m) for the winger this summer.

But, according to Italian outlet Il Messaggero, West Ham have now lowered their demands to just €30m (£25.9m, $35m) – effectively the price they paid Leeds when signing the star back in summer 2024.

The paper claims the new price is designed to attract buyers for a quick sale and has raised the possibility of a move to Serie A for the former PSV academy star.

And they report that the new price has alerted Roma to a possible deal as the capital club look to add numbers to their squad ahead of a return to the Champions League next season.

It’s claimed the Giallorossi are yet to make a formal offer for Summerville but could make contact in a matter of days amid claims the new asking price is low enough to convince them to make an approach.

Another West Ham star who could be on the move is Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and a move to hook up with a former Hammers boss has been touted, also for a cut-price fee.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly joined the growing race to sign a top Brazilian defensive talent with a release clause of €50million (£43m) this summer, with the likes of Newcastle, Sunderland, Nottingham Forest and Brighton also in the mix.

Having secured Premier League survival on the final day of the season, Spurs have already been busy in the summer market by securing the free transfer additions of experienced duo Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi.

Further signings are expected to follow, with Tottenham also confident of snapping up winger Savinho from Manchester City and Brighton centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke, having already seen two bids rejected by the Seagulls.

Adding another striker and central midfielder is also on the club’s agenda, as Spurs look to rebound from back-to-back 17th-placed finishes in the Premier League.

And now a fresh report from Brazil claims the north London club have entered the race to sign highly-rated Gremio defender Viery, in a move similar to their raid on Santos for left-back Souza back in January.

Viery has become one of the breakout defenders in Brazilian football this season, turning into an undisputed starter under Gremio boss Luis Castro.

The 21-year-old centre-back is described as ‘left-footed, mobile, aggressive and comfortable in possession’, with Gremio already reported to have rejected early approaches for his signature

However, according to Brazilian outlet Portal do Gremista, Spurs are ready to shake up the race to sign the defensive talent by throwing their hat in the ring.

It’s claimed that Viery is already on the radars of Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Brighton, Benfica and Fiorentina, while Sunderland are also starting to show their own interest.

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Scouts tracking Gremio star with €50m exit clause

The report adds that scouts from England and Italy have recently attended Gremio matches to watch Viery in action, with Newcastle and Fiorentina already having offers worth around €12m (£10.3m) rejected by the Brazilian side.

It’s recently been stated that Gremio have also received indications of a €15m (£12.9m) proposal for the player, although it’s unclear which club that is from.

Even more significantly, the club are said to have received a promise of an offer from a Premier League side worth €17m (£14.6m). In addition, there is a further €3m (£2.6m) in bonuses.

That package would take the total value to €20m (£17.2m), which is close to the fee Gremio have been looking to secure for Viery. Indeed, they have consistently signalled they value the player well above the €12m (£10.3m) mark.

Indeed, Viery’s release clause actually stands at a whopping €50m (£43m), although Gremio are realistic they will not get anywhere near that figure.

The one saving grace for the Brazilian outfit is the likes of Tottenham and Sunderland joining the race for the player’s signature to potentially drive that fee up, if a bidding war ensues.

One to keep an eye on for the remainder of the summer for sure.

Tottenham, meanwhile, are reportedly standing firm over an exit for Pedro Porro this summer, with Manchester City making contact with the agents of the full-back over a return to The Etihad.

A host of Premier League clubs, including Tottenham and Newcastle, have been left disappointed in their pursuit of PSV Eindhoven star Ismael Saibari, with TEAMtalk understanding that the Morocco international is fully committed to securing what he views as a dream move to Bayern Munich.

The versatile attacking midfielder has emerged as one of the most sought-after players in European football after two outstanding seasons in the Eredivisie, but sources have told TEAMtalk that Saibari has made his preference crystal clear.

Despite significant interest from England, the 25-year-old wants Bayern.

Saibari’s stock has risen dramatically over the last 24 months thanks to his performances for PSV, where he has established himself as one of the most productive attacking players in Dutch football.

Last season alone, he contributed 26 goals, including 18 strikes of his own, while also showcasing his ability to operate across multiple positions in midfield and attack.

Those displays propelled him firmly onto Bayern Munich’s radar and the Bundesliga champions are now pushing ahead with plans to bring him to Bavaria.

TEAMtalk understands PSV are seeking a fee in the region of €60million (£52m, $70m) and discussions are progressing, with Bayern already making significant headway on personal terms with the player.

Sources indicate confidence is growing that an agreement can be reached.

The German giants have identified Saibari as one of their priority additions this summer and believe his versatility makes him an ideal fit for Vincent Kompany’s evolving squad.

His ability to operate as a No.10, central midfielder, wide attacker or support forward has been viewed internally as a major strength.

That flexibility is also one of the reasons Bayern are increasingly relaxed about their options on the left side of attack, and sees the Bundesliga champions beat off fledgling interest from four Premier League sides in the process…

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Sources close to the Bundesliga champions believe Saibari’s arrival could also reduce the need to pursue another specialist left winger this summer, given his capacity to fill multiple attacking roles.

The Bavarians had shown interest in Anthony Gordon, and have been strongly linked with both Marcus Rashford and Rio Ngumoha in recent days.

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However, Saibari now looks to be the main focus, and his form has attracted admirers from across Europe, and with the Premier League has been particularly attentive.

TEAMtalk can reveal that Aston Villa, Leeds United, Everton and Brighton have all monitored Saibari closely over the past 12 months.

However, it is Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur who have undertaken extensive work on the player since January and have continued to track his progress throughout 2025.

Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi, in particular, had been attentive to a possible deal.

Several clubs have held discussions with intermediaries and gathered detailed information on his situation.

However, despite being fully aware of the growing interest from England, Saibari’s camp have consistently relayed the same message.

The player wants Bayern Munich.

Sources say the opportunity to join one of world football’s biggest clubs has become his overriding ambition and he has little interest in being distracted by alternative offers while negotiations with Bayern continue.

The Bavarian giants are also closing in on a deal for Eintracht Frankfurt left-back Nathaniel Brown, and there is growing confidence within the club that both deals will be completed.

We understand negotiations between Bayern and Frankfurt are now at an advanced stage, with a package worth in excess of €60million being discussed between the two clubs.

Brown has already agreed personal terms with the Bundesliga champions and confidence is growing in Germany that the deal will be finalised before the World Cup begins.