Football rumours from the media
What the papers say
The Chelsea squad could be subject to a shake-up over the summer, with the Sun reporting that Frank Lampard will lead a clear-out at Stamford Bridge which could see KepaArrizabalaga, Jorginho and RossBarkley heading for the exit.
Sticking with Chelsea, and the Daily Mirror reports that Lampard is keen on reinforcing his defence with DayotUpamecano who is currently on the books of RB Leipzig.
Manchester United want to keep AngelGomes into next season and are hopeful he will pen a new deal with the Old Trafford club, reports the Manchester Evening News. Gomes has made six appearances for the first team this season.
Good 3-1 win with the u23s always good to get minutes and a goal! The injury was nothing serious just a precaution 🤞🏽 #mufcpic.twitter.com/E2r9T262Fm— Angel Gomes (@agomes_47) October 25, 2019
KalidouKoulibaly, currently on the books of Napoli and subject to interest from Manchester United, has been linked with a move to Ligue 1 champions Paris St Germain according to the Daily Star.
Aston Villa are weighing up a move for MorganSanson should they remain in the Premier League this season, reports the Birmingham Mail. The Marseille midfielder has represented France at both under-19 and under-21 level.
Social media round-up
Chelsea 'to launch £43m bid for Lyon ace Aouar' who Pep is big fan ofhttps://t.co/wGwtV6aylg— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball) February 27, 2020
Exclusive: #Roma accelerate talks with #ManUtd over defender as #Tottenham lurk https://t.co/XadIPwFrh2pic.twitter.com/3dHvwznefC— CalcioMercato (En) (@CmdotCom_En) February 27, 2020
Players to watch
Loris Karius: The 26-year-old is keen on making his loan move to Besiktas permanent, and is hoping Liverpool will let him leave on a free transfer, reports Fotospor.
⚽️❌🥅🤫 pic.twitter.com/WaRMQMWPsf— Loris Karius (@LorisKarius) March 16, 2019
Pablo Mari: Arsenal are keen on signing the 26-year-old from Flamengo with the defender impressing during his current loan spell at the Emirates Stadium, says Coluna Do Fla.
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