Are Atletico Madrid trying to sell their star player to make way for Man Utd? Or is Real Madrid preventing a move for Cristiano Ronaldo? And is Chelsea planning a move for Antoine Griezmann? There is plenty to discuss in this piece. Read on for the latest news. Until then, keep up with all the latest transfers!
Atletico Madrid trying to sell star player to facilitate move for Man Utd
The Atletico Madrid club are interested in signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United. The Brazilian forward has made it clear he would prefer a Champions League side to his current club. Last season, Ronaldo rejoined United from Juventus and scored 18 Premier League goals. While he finished as United’s top scorer, they finished sixth in the league and failed to qualify for the Champions League the following year.
Jose Mourinho has been looking for defensive cover for a long time and is attempting to do so with Diego Godin. The Spaniard has been a fan of the club since his arrival from Benfica, and has fought for his rights in the past. In August, Simeone pushed the boat out to secure a bumper new deal for Godin.
Falcao has been linked with a summer move to Manchester United, although Atletico coach Diego Simeone has distanced himself from the speculation. The Colombian striker has scored over 50 goals in two seasons, a record for a striker. Normally, the striker is judged against 20 goals a season. The club have not ruled out selling the star player, but if the right offer is made, the player could get his dream move.
There are some fans of the Atletico who are against the signing of Diego Costa. The fans claim that the Argentine’s past behaviour has harmed them and the club have been trying to convince them to sell him to facilitate the move. This is not the best preparation for a crucial season. If he does sign, it will take time to happen.
Falcao has a big price tag. Atletico could charge up to EUR50 million for the player. His agent Jorge Mendes has already held talks with Chelsea and Bayern Munich. The move could make sense for both sides. Atletico will lose their star player but they could end up with a coveted player. So, how does it feel when the club sells a player to facilitate a Man Utd h move?
Real Madrid rule out a move for Cristiano Ronaldo
After spending nine years at Real Madrid following his move from Manchester United, the Portuguese star has turned down offers from Chelsea and PSG. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s current contract runs out in 2020 and Real Madrid are not interested in paying the princely sum of PS300,000 per week to sign the Portuguese striker. Real have already splashed PS85m on Aurelien Tchouameni and Antonio Rudiger in the summer, and they are now concentrating on getting rid of deadweight.
However, there have been reports of a Real Madrid re-signing, despite a reported desire by the player to leave the club. Reports suggest that Ronaldo will leave Juventus in the summer, with Manchester United and PSG said to be in the running. Although he has not been the most prolific player for Juventus, the Portuguese international has been an excellent signing and is the first choice of the club.
Although the financial aspects of a move to Atletico are difficult, Ronaldo has always been comfortable at Real Madrid. He might be more suited to the challenge of Atletico Madrid next season. Nevertheless, Madrid’s fans will certainly welcome the challenge. This move could make Ronaldo even more competitive next season. In addition to the financial side of the matter, Ronaldo’s love for the Spanish club is also one of the main reasons for the club’s interest in the Brazilian.
After Manchester United failed to qualify for the Champions League, Ronaldo dropped a bombshell. He wants to join a top European club to rub shoulders with the best players in the world. He revealed his desire to leave Manchester United, as he had reportedly not reported for the pre-season tour to Asia. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich have also ruled out a move for the Portuguese. If Real Madrid do agree to sign him, he will surely be their number one target.
Chelsea wants to sign N’Golo Kante
Arsenal are keen on signing N’Golo Kante, and the midfielder is reportedly attracting interest from the Gunners. The Frenchman has just entered the final year of his contract at Chelsea, and Mikel Arteta has been taking a close look at him. Kante has been linked with a move to Manchester United, and Chelsea may be looking to cash in while they can.
The Premier League champions are looking for a central midfielder, and Kante could be the perfect fit. The World Cup winner is available for a fair fee, so Chelsea could easily replace him. However, if Kante were to move to Arsenal, it could prove to be a risky deal. If the Gunners do sign Kante, it would be wise to ensure that the fee is high enough to keep him in London.
However, the French midfielder has a year left on his contract, and the Blues may be willing to sell him to bring in a new midfielder. Kante has been crucial for Chelsea in recent seasons, and despite his lack of height and strength, he has played with a heart and soul. While injuries have reduced his output this season, Kante has proven a vital asset for Thomas Tuchel.
The current contract for N’Golo Kante expires in 2023, and Manchester United are monitoring his situation closely. The incoming Manchester United manager, Erik ten Hag, wants to sign N’Golo Kante to kick-start his reign. The Frenchman is considered an experienced and hungry midfielder, and a great signing for any new team, and his arrival at United could prove beneficial to his side.
While the French Ligue 1 side are keen to sign Kante, it appears that the French club are more interested in selling Andy Carroll. Although it would be difficult to sign Kante for a fraction of his current wages, the club remain hopeful of a good transfer window. A deal could be done between the two clubs this summer. A decision may still be a few months away, but the move is likely to go through.
Chelsea wants to sign Antoine Griezmann
Reports suggest that Chelsea want to sign Antoine Griezmann, who is out of contract with Atletico Madrid. Nevertheless, Griezmann is very much in the club’s plans. In fact, Griezmann’s advisor confirmed to Sport that Chelsea had made an approach for the France international while he was still at Atletico. The striker’s agent, Eric Olhats, confirmed that Chelsea had made a bid for him.
It is believed that Griezmann’s representatives will arrive in London in the coming days to assess their interest in the striker. Besides Griezmann, Chelsea want to sign a defender in the shape of Erling Haaland. The Dutch defender would be able to provide Chelsea with defensive reinforcements, while Griezmann would bring valuable experience to the Stamford Bridge dressing room. In addition to Griezmann, Tottenham have identified Southampton striker Danny Ings as their main transfer target.
Antoine Griezmann has been linked with a move to Chelsea, as Barcelona are unwilling to sign a new player until they trim their wage bill. If Griezmann joins Chelsea, they would be able to fund the player’s new contract with Barcelona. But if Griezmann joins Barcelona on a permanent basis, Chelsea would face tough competition from Paris Saint-Germain. With that said, it’s likely that Chelsea will be able to sign Griezmann.
Meanwhile, the deal between Atletico and Chelsea is nearing its deadline. A deal which involved Atletico Madrid’s Saul on loan would have to go through in order to bring Griezmann to Chelsea. However, rumours claim that a third deal also fell through. Nevertheless, both parties have the right to refuse an offer. The deal is believed to be worth around $40 million. In addition to Griezmann, Atletico will also make room for De Jong from Sevilla.
