Manchester United could snap up Juventus forward Federico Chiesa for bargain price – Paper Round
Published 05/07/2024 at 23:10 GMT+1
Juventus forward Federico Chiesa could be available for just £20 million this summer, putting Manchester United on red alert. Elsewhere in Saturday's Paper Round, Liverpool are favourites to sign Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners, and Chelsea have been scuppered in their attempt to lure Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion to Stamford Bridge.
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Chiesa available for just £20m
Manchester United could snap up Juventus forward Federico Chiesa for just £20 million.
That is according to a report in The Sun, which claims Juventus are keen to offload the Italy international, with The Red Devils seemingly interested.
“Manchester United have reportedly been handed a huge transfer boost with Juventus ready to sell Federico Chiesa,” writes the outlet.
“The Italy star managed nine goals and two assists in 33 games this season.
“But his £150,000-a-week contract expires next year.
“And Fabrizio Romano claims Chiesa is not in the plans of new manager Thiago Motta.
“He is instead hoping to land a new winger once Juventus complete a hat-trick of midfield signings.
“And it’s reckoned Chiesa could be available for as little as £20million.
“Newcastle and Tottenham are long-term admirers of the 26-year-old, who joined Juve from Fiorentina in 2020 for £50m.
“But United could be in the driving seat for Chiesa as they hunt for a new wide forward.”
Liverpool poised to sign Klopp favourite
Liverpool are favourites to sign Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners.
The Reds could beat Juventus to the Netherlands international, who was admired by Jurgen Klopp when he was the manager at Anfield.
“Liverpool are reportedly in 'pole position' to hijack Juventus' deal for Atalanta midfielder and Jurgen Klopp favourite Teun Koopmeiners,” states the Mirror.
“A new midfielder is on the agenda for Liverpool boss Arne Slot, and it seems as though the Reds are now attempting to capture Koopmeiners under Juventus ' noses.
“A deal was agreed between the two Italian clubs for the Dutchman's signature but Atalanta now seemingly prefer to offload Koopemeiners to someone other than a Serie A rival.
“Jurgen Klopp was interested in bringing the midfielder to Anfield when he was in charge, and his past wishes could come true should this deal go through.
“The 26-year-old Koopmeiners expressed an interest in leaving Bergamo so when Juventus offered him £3.5million he was keen on making a move.
“Despite agreeing terms with Juventus, Gazzetta dello Sport, as per Sport Witness, claims that Liverpool are frontrunners for his signature. Atalanta have put the deal on ice since the agreement with the player was made, hoping that they'll be able to sell Koopmeiners abroad and not to a direct rival.
“They value their player at £55million, which is the only hurdle if a deal with Liverpool is to be concluded and Koopmeiners makes his move to the Premier League.”
Chelsea have bid for Omorodion knocked back
Chelsea have reportedly had a bid rejected for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion.
According to The Sun, The Blues submitted a bid of £42m for the Spain under-21 international – but Atleti are holding out for “at least £70m”.
“Chelsea have had a £42million bid for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion rejected by the Spanish club who are holding out for at least £70m,” reads the article.
“The Spain under-21 international has been likened to former Atletico and Chelsea icon Diego Costa.
“And with four years left on his contract the Spanish club are in a strong negotiating position.
“Omorodion has been identified by Chelsea's owners and recruitment team led by Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart as he fits the club's profile of a talented youngster with huge potential.
“But new head coach Enzo Maresca has also welcomed the pursuit.
“The Spanish boss has made clear that he wants an extra striker to put pressure on Chelsea's current front-man Nicolas Jackson.”
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