Transfer Talk: Bayern Munich keeping tabs on Robertson،
The summer transfer window is still a long way from reopening in Europe, but many movements are underway and gossip is swirling. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumors, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Bayern interested in Liverpool's Robertson
Bayern Munich keen to sign Liverpool left-back Andy Robertsonreports the Daily Mail.
The 29-year-old would be the Bundesliga's first choice to replace the Canadian international. Alphonso Davieswho is linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer.
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The hierarchy at the Allianz Arena are said to have “gathered reports” on left-backs this season with the belief that Davies could leave, and while they accept a move for Robertson could be difficult given his importance to the Reds, she is keen to ensure that a strong successor is found.
Robertson, who is expected to captain Scotland at the European Championships this summer, has returned to positive form since returning from injury in January, and he remains under contract at Anfield until 2026.
Paper gossip
– Juventus will look to move to winger Federico Chiesa if they fail to agree on new terms regarding a contract extension, according to Calciomercato. There is still believed to be a distance between the club and the 26-year-old's representatives, both of whom are now “further apart” than they were in recent meetings. Chiesa has scored six goals in 21 Serie A matches this season.
– West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta remains on Manchester City's transfer wishlist, Football Insider reports. The Citizens are believed to be confident of signing the 26-year-old due to their positive relationship with the Hammers after agreeing a loan deal in January which sent Kalvin Phillips at the London Stadium. A deal in principle worth £80m had already been agreed for Paquetá last summer.
– Arsenal have drawn up a shortlist of four attackers for this summer, reports the Daily Mail. The Gunners reportedly believe another option is needed due to recent injury problems. Gabriel Jesus, and this could see them move forward as soon as the summer transfer window opens. Brentford, 27 Ivan Toney is said to be one of the names under consideration, while keeping tabs on the 25-year-old Napoli striker. Victor Osimhen25 years of Sporting CP Viktor Gyökeresand the 22-year-old Bologna star Joshua Zirkzee.
– The deal involving New England Revolution and Atletico midfielder Tucuman Joaquin Pereyra failed, reveals Cesar Luis Merlo. While discussions were ongoing over the transfer of the 25-year-old, the latest reports indicate that an agreement could not be reached on “certain aspects of the transfer”. Pereyra is now expected to remain with the Argentine Primera Division club, and it is unclear whether the MLS side will reopen negotiations in the future.
– Ajax looking to recruit a central defender Jorrel Hato new contract amid interest from Arsenal, Standard reports. The 17-year-old is reportedly on manager Mikel Arteta's radar, and with the Eredivisie side anticipating an approach this summer, they are hoping to secure his future at the Johan Cruyff Arena by signing him on new terms.
