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Arsenal may face battle for Bayern Munich forward Kingsley Coman, Andre Onana set for Manchester United stay - Paper Round
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Updated 16/04/2025 at 08:20 GMT+1
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Arsenal may have competition to sign Bayern Munich forward Kingsley Coman, while accounting rules mean Manchester United may decide to hold onto goalkeeper Andre Onana despite interest from Saudi Arabia. However, United could say goodbye to veterans Tom Heaton and Jonny Evans, and Tottenham look set to miss out on Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola as a potential replacement for Ange Postecoglou.
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Arsenal linked with Coman swoop
Arsenal face competition from Saudi Arabian sides as they consider a swoop for Kingsley Coman.
The versatile forward might be available as he enters the last two years of his deal in Germany.
The Sun reports: "Florian Plettenberg claims Bayern are ready to listen to offers for Coman this summer as he approaches the final two years of his contract.
"And Arsenal are said to have already made an approach as Mikel Arteta seeks reinforcements in attack.
"And the star could be willing to take a cut on his current £275,000-a-week wages for a go in England’s top flight.
"However, it’s also reckoned that Saudi teams are lining up for Coman this summer."
Onana may be forced to stay at United
The Athletic believes that while Andre Onana is attracting interest from Saudi Arabian sides, Manchester United may decide to keep him.
The goalkeeper has struggled at Old Trafford, but Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) mean it might be tough to get an acceptable bid for the keeper.
The outlet explains: "Saudi Arabia is often touted as the solution to Premier League players looking for an exit but wanting good salaries, and so it is inevitable that route will be explored this summer if Onana or United decide to look at options. Even with the UEFA Champions League reduction, only a small pool of clubs are capable of affording Onana’s salary and transfer fee.
"Another complicating factor is the picture regarding profit and sustainability regulations, meaning any sale would have to be above a certain level to avoid going down as an accounting loss, which United cannot afford in the present state.
"The £43.8 million fee agreed with Inter is amortised into United’s accounts over the length of Onana’s five-year contract, so he still holds a book value of £26.3m. Finding a buyer to bid more than that is expected to be a struggle. It is for this reason that some people close to the situation believe Onana will ultimately stay at United, unless a loan becomes palatable."
United duo set for summer exit
Manchester United are, however, more likely to see the back of another goalkeeper.
The Evening Standard suggests that Tom Heaton, and fellow veteran Jonny Evans, could both retire this summer.
The paper writes: "Tom Heaton and Jonny Evans are expected to bring an end to their Manchester United careers this summer.
"Previous reports have suggested Heaton and Evans are set to retire and could even move into coaching roles at Carrington.
"Heaton came through the academy before rejoining United in 2021, making his senior debut for the club later that year against Young Boys.
"Evans has featured 12 times this season, but the last of those appearances came against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup in December and he has been out with an injury since then."
Iraola wants Bournemouth stay
Andoni Iraola is unlikely to leave Bournemouth at the end of the season, despite interest from other clubs.
Tottenham are believed to be keen on the Spaniard if Ange Postecoglou leaves the club.
However, The Telegraph states: "Andoni Iraola is moving towards committing his immediate future at Bournemouth despite being a candidate for clubs such as Tottenham in the event of a change of manager.
"Iraola, 42, has one full season left on his contract at the Vitality Stadium and his work on the south coast over the last two campaigns has drawn admirers and has raised the possibility of a move this summer.
"But sources are now suggesting the Basque coach is inclined to stay at Bournemouth beyond the current season, with his club firmly in contention for European qualification in 2025-26.
"With one year left on his deal, which runs until 2026, Bournemouth are also trying to convince Iraola to sign a new deal.
"As reported by Telegraph Sport last month, Iraola would be expected to be a candidate at Spurs if Ange Postecoglou leaves his post, along with Fulham manager Marco Silva. It is believed that Brentford manager Thomas Frank is also highly rated."
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