Erling Haaland has no relegation clause in Manchester City deal as Premier League trio circle Llorente and Bastoni
Haaland's City contract has no escape hatch
Manchester City's Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, 26, does not have a clause in his contract with the club in the event of relegation or any other circumstances, according to Spanish outlet Sport. The revelation comes at a time when the striker's long-term commitment to the club is under renewed scrutiny.
City, Liverpool and Chelsea chase Llorente and Bastoni
Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in Spain midfielder Marcos Llorente, 31, who is yet to decide his future with Atletico Madrid, per TeamTalk. The same three Premier League clubs are keeping an eye on Inter Milan and Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni, 27, who is also attracting interest from Barcelona.
Liverpool consider making Araujo switch permanent
Liverpool are giving serious consideration to making 27-year-old Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo's loan switch from Barcelona a permanent one, according to Mundo Deportivo. The centre-back has spent the campaign on loan on Merseyside and the club are weighing a long-term commitment.
Brentford and Brighton contract talks
Brentford are in discussions with their winger Kevin Schade about a new long-term contract amid increasing interest in the Germany international from clubs including Arsenal and Liverpool, reports Sky Sports. Brighton, meanwhile, are planning to trigger an extension in the contract of 22-year-old Sweden midfielder Yasin Ayari in the coming weeks, according to Football Insider.
Mitchell offered to Juventus
Juventus have been offered the chance to sign Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell, 27, amid other interest from Liverpool and Manchester United in the Englishman, says Italian newspaper Tuttosport.
Real Madrid eye Stuttgart youngster
Real Madrid are interested in Stuttgart's 20-year-old Germany U21s centre-back Finn Jeltsch, reports Spanish outlet AS.
Forest and Villa ask about Atangana
Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa both made enquiries over the availability of France youth international Valentin Atangana. The 21-year-old is currently with Saudi club Al-Ahli, according to L'Equipe.
Newcastle reshape recruitment
Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson is overseeing a new recruitment approach which will see the club prioritising young talent and a new player trading strategy, reports The I.