Transfer News Updates: Barkley, Haaland, Dembele, Milik, Ozil, Simakan & More

Ozil is DC United’s dream

Wayne Rooney’s former side, DC United, are interested in the German and they have made an offer. He could join in the summer when his Arsenal contract ends.

‘Haaland can end stop-gap signings at Man Utd’ – Owen sees Dortmund striker as new Rooney for Red Devils

The former Red Devils frontman believes bringing in the prolific Norwegian would allow those at Old Trafford to steer clear of ageing stars

Erling Haaland could be Manchester United’s No 9 for the next 10 years if they decide to spend big on the Norwegian says Michael Owen, who views the Borussia Dortmund star as the perfect striker to bring a run of stop-gap signings to a close at Old Trafford.

Marseille to confirm Lirola signing

Marseille will confirm the signing of Pol Lirola from Fiorentina this week, RMC Sport reports.

The 23-year-old right-back will join Marseille on loan until the end of the season but the French side have the option to make the deal permanent for €11.5 million (£10m/$14m).

West Ham make Milik bid

West Ham have made a €7 million (£6m/$9m) offer for Napoli striker Arkadiusz Milik, it has been reported on Domenica Sportiva.

Runarsson nears Arsenal exit

Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Runarsson could be on his way out of the club this month.

Football Insider reports the Gunners are in talks with a team in Europe over a deal for the shot stopper.

AC Milan close to Simakan signing

AC Milan are edging closer to completing the signing of Mohamed Simakan from Strasbourg, Sky Sport reports.

Dembele on brink of Atletico Madrid move

Atletico Madrid are close to signing Moussa Dembele from Lyon, Diego Simeone has confirmed.

The Lyon star’s move to La Liga is imminent as he appears set for a loan deal with an option to buy.

Dahlkemper in Man City talks

Manchester City Women are close to signing USWNT defender Abby Dahlkemper, reports The Athletic.

The 27-year-old is expected to travel to England later this month to sign a two-and-a-half year contract.

Stootman edging closer to Marseille exit

Marseille midfielder Kevin Stootman is closing to sealing a loan move to Genoa, reports Le10Sport.

Grant linked with Chelsea return

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is considering whether to bring former manager Avram Grant back to work with current Blues boss Frank Lampard, according to Sky Sports.

Rangers move for Aberdeen winger

Rangers are ready to make a move for Scott Wright.

Daily Record reports the Glasgow side have approached Aberdeen about the winger, whose contract expires at the end of the season.

DONE DEAL

Impact sign Nigerian youngster

Montreal Impact have signed teenager Sunusi Ibrahim from Nigerian side 36 Lion FC.

The 18-year-old has put pen-to-paper on a three-year contract, with an option year for 2024.

Holding signs new Arsenal contract

Arsenal defender Rob Holding has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract at Arsenal.

The 25-year-old has now committed to the club through to the summer of 2024, with the option of a further year.

Crew add young midfielder

The Columbus Crew have signed Isaiah Parente as a Homegrown Player, the club announced.

Parente, who came up through the club’s academy, joins the Crew having played for Wake Forest University from 2018-2020, making 50 appearances.

Jovic Set To Join Frankfurt

Real Madrid forward Luka Jovic has agreed a deal to re-join Eintracht Frankfurt on a loan deal for the remainder of the 2020/21 season, according to Daily Mail.

The Serbian international has failed to establish himself as a key player since joining Real Madrid.

Aston Villa Want Permanent Barkley’s Deal

Aston Villa are eager to sign Ross Barkley on a permanent deal from Chelsea this summer, but are unlikely to be able to do so after the blues change their stance, according to Daily Star.

The England international has been one of the top performer at Villa since joiining the club on loan.

Barcelona Eye Aguero Move

Manchester City forward, Kun Aguero has emerge as a subject of Interest from Barcelona.

The Catalan’s club has been in the market for a new striker since the departure of Luiz Suarez.

Done Deal

Lamare Bogarde has signed his first professional deal with Aston Villa.