Transfer News & Updates: Done Deals, Grealish, Ziyech, Gilmour, Kamara & More

Grealish needs to get out of Aston Villa now – Scholes

Paul Scholes has urged Jack Grealish to consider joining Manchester United, Manchester City or Liverpool, insisting the Aston Villa star “needs to get out now”.

Grealish has solidified his standing as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League this season, inspiring Villa’s push for a European spot in the process.

The 25-year-old is now being tipped to move on in the summer, which Scholes thinks is a necessity if he harbours ambitions to win trophies and reach an elite level.

Atletico Madrid want struggling Ziyech (Fichajes)

The Chelsea winger has not made an impact in the Premier League

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech is a summer target for Atletico Madrid, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.

Ziyech was part of a big summer of spending by the Blues ahead of this season, but he has only scored twice for the Stamford Bridge side and has only started two games since Thomas Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard as manager.

Atletico are expecting winger Vitolo to depart this summer and are reportedly eyeing Ziyech as a replacement. Chelsea are said to be open to a sale and could let the Moroccan depart for less than the €40 million they paid Ajax last year.

Hakim Ziyech Chelsea 2020-21

Donnarumma tops Chelsea’s summer wish list (Eurosport)

Blues keen on Milan keeper

AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma continues to top Chelsea’s summer wish list, reports Eurosport.

The 22-year-old Italy international is yet to sign a new contract at San Siro, meaning that he could become available at the end of the season.

Agent of Leeds keeper Meslier speculates on Real interest

The agent of Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier believes his client could attract interest from Real Madrid at some stage in the near future, but he is advising the 21-year-old to stay put for now.

Xavier Fleury has told the LUFC Fan Zone podcast: “Illan is starting at Leeds. He loves the club. Perhaps in one, two seasons, if you have a club like Real Madrid that knock on the door – who knows?”

Leeds lining up Bielsa successor

Sporting boss Ruben Amorim is being lined up by Leeds as a potential successor to Marcelo Bielsa, claims Noticias ao Minuto.

The Whites’ current boss is yet to commit to a new contract and has been working on 12-month deals throughout his three seasons at Elland Road.

Bayern beat English clubs to Metu

Bayern Munich have beaten the likes of Middlesbrough and Burley to the signing of Austria U17 international Emilian Metu.

The midfielder joins the Bundesliga champions from FC St. Polten and has signed a four-year contract.

The highly-rated youngster has told Goal and SPOX of his ambition: “Basically, the plan is for me to be part of the reserves, but I would also be eligible to play for the U19s.

“I hope that I will be allowed to train with the professionals once or twice during the first year. Otherwise, I would like to get as many appearances in the second team as possible in the first two years.”

Gilmour set to push for loan move

Billy Gilmour is set to push for a loan move away from Chelsea this summer, reports Express Sport.

The highly-rated Scottish midfielder has seen limited game time this season and wants to find regular football to aid his ongoing development, with several potential landing spots already being mooted.

Lazio unlikely to sign Pereira on permanent deal

Lazio are unlikely to sign Andreas Pereira from Manchester United on a permanent deal – according to the Daily Star.

The Red Devils have set a €25 million (£22m/$30m) asking price for the Brazilian, who moved to Stadio Olimpico on loan last summer.

Pereira has appeared in 15 Serie A matches for Lazio in 2020-21, scoring once.

Liverpool tracking Marseille star Kamara

Liverpool are tracking Marseille star Boubacar Kamara – according to Calcio Mercato.

The French outfit could cash in on the 21-year-old before he becomes a free agent in 2022, with the Reds keeping a close eye on his situation.

Kamara has racked up 31 appearances across all competitions for Marseille so far this season.

DONE DEALS

Minnesota United sign former USMNT forward Agudelo

Agudelo has signed a one-year contract with Minnesota, with a club option for an additional year.

— Minnesota United FC (@MNUFC) March 2, 2021