Latest transfer news and rumors: Unwanted Sancho draws interest

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Top story: Sancho sale heats up

Roma are prepared to compete with Serie A rivals Juventus for Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho. There have also been a lot of online messages from Besiktas fans urging their club to buy him. Earlier this summer, Chelsea opted to pay a £5-million penalty rather than exercise an obligation to buy the Englishman at the end of his season-long loan from United.

Sancho's United stay didn't get off to a good start when he arrived in 2021. He was signed to play on the right wing before then-manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer quickly learned that Sancho prefers to work down the left. He's scored nine goals and assisted six times over 58 Premier League appearances for the club. (BBC Sport)

Other rumors

Aug. 13

Mancunian masterplan: Manchester City have dismissed recent links with Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche. Instead, the club will try to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo if Savinho decides to join Tottenham. (Fabrizio Romano)

Hojlund haggling: Rasmus Hojlund will now consider leaving Manchester United following Benjamin Sesko's arrival. AC Milan are open to taking him on loan with an option to buy worth at least €35 million. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

DCL intel: Dominic Calvert-Lewin is undergoing a medical with Leeds United after reaching an agreement in principle to join the West Yorkshire club. He's available on a free transfer after leaving Everton. (The Athletic)

Kevin capture attempt: Kevin Santos Lopes de Macedo, who's better known as Kevin, has agreed to join Fulham. A fee is yet to be agreed for the 22-year-old winger, but Shakhtar Donetsk value him at €50 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Rapid Ramsey deal: Newcastle's interest in Jacob Ramsey has progressed quickly - they're set to buy the Aston Villa midfielder for £40 million. He was also on West Ham United's radar. (Fabrizio Romano)

Trio up for transfer: Leon Bailey, Leander Dendoncker, and Alex Moreno could leave Aston Villa. Roma appear to be leading the race for Bailey, who's also drawn interest from Turkey and Saudi Arabia. (The Athletic)

New Manor house: Manor Solomon could leave Tottenham in the coming weeks amid interest from England and Spain. The winger starred during Leeds' promotion from the Championship last season. (Fabrizio Romano)

Miami moves: Federico Redondo is to leave Inter Miami for Elche on a permanent transfer. Goalkeeper Drake Callender is on the verge of joining Charlotte FC after losing his starting place to veteran Oscar Ustari. (ESPN)

Aug. 12

Isak's done: Alexander Isak is adamant that he's played his final game for Newcastle United. He could be allowed to leave if another offer closer to their £150-million valuation arrives. Isak wants to join Liverpool. (The Athletic)

Unsettled Alex: The property that Isak has lived in during his time at Newcastle is up for rent. It was originally listed when he went to train with Real Sociedad, but was taken off the market as he returned to the northeast. Now, it's available again with a local rental company as he tries to force a transfer. (The Times)

Marquee move complicated: Manchester City have opened the talks over the possibility of signing Rodrygo, but there's a lot of work to do. It's not clear whether City can afford the Real Madrid winger this summer, and the Brazilian is yet to decide if he wants to move. (Sky Sport Germany)

Donnarumor: Manchester City are talking to Paris Saint-Germain about Gianluigi Donnarumma, who was left out of the club's UEFA Super Cup squad. The asking price of €50 million is currently too high, but City could pay that amount if Ederson leaves. (Fabrizio Romano)

Making Ederson headway: Galatasaray have made an approach to Manchester City over the signing of Ederson. The goalkeeper dismissed rumors of him leaving City during the Club World Cup. (Fabrizio Romano)

Capital clash: Arsenal need to sell attackers like Leandro Trossard before they attempt to buy Eberechi Eze, so Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to beat their archrivals to his signature. The Crystal Palace favorite's £68-million release clause expires Friday. (The Guardian)

Defender double: Liverpool have agreed to personal terms with Marc Guehi ahead of his anticipated move from Crystal Palace for around £35 million. They're also negotiating a deal for Giovanni Leoni from Parma. (Fabrizio Romano)

Asking for Akliouche: Inter Milan made it clear they want to sign Monaco's Maghnes Akliouche after the clubs met in a friendly last Friday. The in-demand attacking midfielder's price tag is set at around €70 million. (L'Equipe)

Jacob could go: Aston Villa have yet to tie Jacob Ramsey down to a longer contract. He's attracting plenty of interest, including from Newcastle and West Ham United. Ramsey prefers a move to Newcastle. (The Athletic)

Aug. 11

Savinho swoop: Tottenham Hotspur sent a proposal worth €50 million to Manchester City for Savinho. City will only sell him on their own terms, and that would include an overall package that exceeds Spurs' opening bid. (Fabrizio Romano)

Mini Etihad exodus: James McAtee could follow Savinho and Everton-bound Jack Grealish out of Manchester City. Nottingham Forest are closing in on a deal for the Englishman. (The Athletic)

Atoning for the exits: Manchester City are considering a move for Rodrygo while several players appear to be leaving. Pep Guardiola is a big fan. Real Madrid will allow him to leave for around €100 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Saudi King: Kingsley Coman is getting his move to Saudi Arabia. He'll earn €20 million to €25 million per year at Al-Nassr once his €35-million transfer from Bayern Munich is confirmed. (Sky Sport Germany)

Donnarumma discount: Paris Saint-Germain's desperation to offload Gianluigi Donnarumma and avoid a drawn-out goalkeeper saga could force the club to lower its asking price for the Italian. (Le Parisien)

Como clinch Morata deal: Alvaro Morata's unveiling as a Como player is imminent after Galatasaray finally agreed to terminate his loan stay from AC Milan. (Fabrizio Romano)

Tricky talks: Napoli remain in negotiations with Sevilla over versatile youngster Juanlu Sanchez. There's some discrepancy over the clubs' valuation: Sevilla want €20 million while Napoli are adamant that they'll pay no more than €17 million. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Marc may move: Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish admitted that it's possible Marc Guehi leaves this summer. The club wants to avoid the defender leaving for nothing when his contract expires next June. (BBC Sport)

Restless Tsimikas: Kostas Tsimikas was left out of Liverpool's squad for their Community Shield defeat to Crystal Palace because he's seeking a move away from the club. Nottingham Forest were interested in the left-back earlier this summer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Foxes' sought-after star: Newcastle United could trigger Bilal El Khannouss' release clause at Leicester City. The attacking midfielder has attracted interest from other Premier League clubs, including Leeds United. (The Telegraph)

Balotelli's tumble: Pavia, who are in Italy's fourth tier with AC Milan's recently relegated reserve team, are trying to encourage Mario Balotelli to join them. The club is expected to submit a formal offer soon. (Serie D 24)

Aug. 10

Newcastle put their foot down: Newcastle United have told wantaway star Alexander Isak that he won't be sold to Liverpool this summer, sparking tension between the Swedish international and the club. (The Telegraph)

Convenient conclave: Liverpool and Crystal Palace are expected to hold another round of talks about Marc Guehi after the two clubs meet in the Community Shield at Wembley Stadium. Palace want around £45 million for their captain. (Daily Mail)

Chelsea-Leipzig in talks: Discussions between Chelsea and RB Leipzig continue over Xavi Simons. Christopher Nkunku's potential return to the German club has been brought up during those negotiations, while Leipzig are also considering a move for teenager Tyrique George. (Fabrizio Romano)

Hojlund haggling: AC Milan have started discussions for Rasmus Hojlund via intermediaries. Manchester United want a €6-million loan fee, a €45-million buy option included in the deal, and they want the Italian side to cover the striker's salary. Hojlund wants to stay at Old Trafford. (Fabrizio Romano)

Milan moving quickly: With Malick Thiaw on his way to Newcastle, the Rossoneri have started discussions with Genoa to sign Koni De Winter as his replacement. Personal terms are already agreed, with the two clubs advancing in talks over a €25-million package. (Fabrizio Romano)

Roma's midfield search: After missing out on Richard Rios, Roma are looking at both Florentino Luis of Benfica and Juventus' Weston McKennie. The latter, yet to extend his Juve contract, is also being tracked by clubs in England, Germany, and Turkey. (Tuttosport)

Betting on himself: Free-agent striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has fired his agent and will represent himself going forward in any negotiations. The former Everton striker wants to join Manchester United this summer. (The Sun)

Aug. 9

Pushing Donnarumma out: PSG have told Gianluigi Donnarumma to find a new club this summer, informing the Italian that Lucas Chevalier is taking over the No. 1 job after his arrival from Lille. PSG expect an offer to arrive from Chelsea, Manchester United, or Inter. (ESPN)

Man United's next move: After completing their attacking overhaul with the signing of Benjamin Sesko, Manchester United will now turn their attention to other areas of the squad. The Red Devils want to add a defensive midfielder and goalkeeper before the window closes. (The Telegraph)

Rodri's future unclear: Manchester City will offer 2024 Ballon d'Or winner Rodri a new contract, but the star midfielder may not accept it. The Spaniard is tempted by a return to his homeland, and Real Madrid are considering making a move. (Diario AS)

Good news for Newcastle: The summer transfer window has been rough for Newcastle thus far, but things are finally about to turn. The Magpies have reached an agreement with AC Milan to sign defender Malick Thiaw for €40 million. The 24-year-old pushed for the move. (Fabrizio Romano)

Milan derby for Leoni: AC Milan and Inter will do battle to sign promising Parma defender Giovanni Leoni. The 18-year-old is valued at €35 million. Liverpool are also considering entering the mix, which would make things difficult for the two Milan sides. (Corriere dello Sport)

Atalanta eyeing Mateta: Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta is right at the top of Atalanta's summer wish list. The Italian club is willing to offer €40 million for the French striker. (Football Italia)

Aug. 8

The Randal race: Juventus are yet to sign Randal Kolo Muani on a permanent basis from Paris Saint-Germain after last season's loan spell, and Newcastle United could be ready to pounce. (Sky Sport Germany)

Some Samu interest: Newcastle are also considering a move for FC Porto's Samu Aghehowa after missing out on several transfer targets this offseason. They're yet to make a formal offer for the Spanish forward. (The Athletic)

Wissa wants to walk: Newcastle's pursuit of Yoane Wissa isn't dead. The Tyneside outfit is in talks with Brentford, and the Congolese international is pushing for the transfer to go through. (Fabrizio Romano)

Courting Coman: Al-Nassr are talking to Bayern Munich as they attempt to sign Kingsley Coman this summer. He's their top target as the Saudi side shifts its focus to recruiting a winger. (Fabrizio Romano)

Post-Zab grab: Bournemouth have reopened negotiations to sign Lille defender Bafode Diakite, who had a £35-million price tag earlier this summer. The Cherries want a replacement for Illia Zabarnyi when the Ukrainian joins PSG for around £55 million. (BBC Sport)

Bayern talk to Blues: Bayern Munich contacted Chelsea to ask what it would take to sign Nicolas Jackson. The Senegalese striker is valued at around €65 million. (Sky Sport Germany)

Pepi pinch: RB Leipzig have identified Ricardo Pepi as an ideal replacement for the outgoing Sesko. PSV Eindhoven have already rejected a €30-million offer from Fulham for the American forward. (Foot Mercato)

Raspy choice: Gianluca Raspadori's transfer from Napoli and Atletico Madrid is getting closer after Los Colchoneros submitted an offer worth €25 million plus add-ons for the Italian forward. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Musah move: Nottingham Forest are locked in talks with AC Milan as they try to bring Yunus Musah aboard. The Premier League club submitted a €30-million offer for the American midfielder. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Aug. 7

Liverpool consider Barcola: Heavy-spending Liverpool are keeping tabs on Bradley Barcola. PSG value the young French international at over €100 million. They'll only listen to offers and sanction a transfer if Barcola says he wants to leave. (Foot Mercato)

Brighton's big valuation: Any clubs interested in signing Carlos Baleba this summer will have to meet Brighton's €120-million asking price. Manchester United and Manchester City are both interested in the midfielder, but neither has made contact with the Seagulls about a deal. (ESPN)

Spurs scrambling: Tottenham are trying to add midfield creativity after losing James Maddison to a torn ACL in preseason. Spurs submitted a €40-million bid for Como's Nico Paz, but it was swiftly rejected. Como will only entertain offers in excess of €60 million for the 20-year-old. (Sky Sport Italia)

Napoli's new left-back: Serie A champions Napoli have a verbal agreement with Girona to sign Miguel Gutierrez. The Spaniard will cost €18 million plus add-ons. The deal will be finalized as soon as Real Madrid confirm they won't exercise their buyback option on the left-back. (Fabrizio Romano)

Luiz close to EPL return: Nottingham Forest are advancing in talks to acquire midfielder Douglas Luiz from Juventus. Ibrahim Sangare could move in the other direction as part of the deal for the Brazilian. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Leverkusen's 'dream' signing: Bayer Leverkusen are working to land attacking midfielder Maghnes Akliouche from AS Monaco. The German club is hopeful a deal can be struck for around €50 million. (Sky Sport Germany)

Aug. 6

Grealish's escape route: Everton have opened talks with Manchester City over a possible loan signing of Jack Grealish. The season-long arrangement will be difficult to negotiate and discussions are in their early stages. (The Athletic)

Change at Chelsea: Chelsea are increasing their efforts to sign Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho and RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons - and to offload Nicolas Jackson - as the club retools Enzo Maresca's attack. (The Guardian)

On to the next one: Jackson is a serious transfer target for Newcastle. Chelsea could refer to the sales of other Premier League frontmen this summer when asking for around £60 million for the Senegalese international. (The Telegraph)

Reds could sell Elliott: RB Leipzig have contacted Liverpool about the possibility of bringing Harvey Elliott to Germany. The Reds want more than £40 million with a buyback option included or above £50 million without the extra clause. (The Athletic)

No Maguire move: Five clubs - three from England and two from Italy - have made approaches for Harry Maguire this summer. Manchester United turned down each one. The defender has one year left on his contract. (Daily Mail)