FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours from 17 April, including the latest updates on Brian Brobbey, Anthony Gordon and Jose Mourinho.
EXCLUSIVE: Brian Brobbey to leave Sunderland in record deal
Sunderland are set to demand a record transfer fee for striker Brian Brobbey, who has caught the eye of Bayern Munich after a fine first season in the Premier League, FootballTransfers have been told.
Interest has formed in Brobbey after netting six times in his debut season and the Black Cats do not wish to allow the centre-forward, who is under contract until 2029, to leave easily.
Bayern Munich’s interest in Brian Brobbey is very concrete, FootballTransfers can confirm. The German powerhouse is closely following the Dutchman’s performances with an eye on the upcoming summer transfer window of 2026.
Sunderland find themselves in a strong negotiating position and have absolutely no intention of letting their striker go just like that after just one season. The club is demanding a sum of €40m, which would comfortably set a record for an outgoing transfer.
Chelsea willing to sell midfield duo
Chelsea will reportedly listen to offers for Romeo Lavia and Andrey Santos this summer after underwhelming seasons for the midfield duo.
Lavia has continued to endure huge injury problems since his move to Stamford Bridge and the 22-year-old has made just two Premier League starts all season.
Santos, meanwhile, is highly-rated at the club but has failed to consistently impress in his 24 league appearances.
According to journalist Simon Phillips, while Chelsea will not push either player out, both players are attracting ‘significant’ Premier League interest and offers will be considered for the pair.
Gordon ready to make Newcastle exit
Arsenal have been given a major boost in their chances of signing Anthony Gordon this summer after reports that the Newcastle winger is ready to leave the club this summer.
FootballTransfers has exclusively been told that Arsenal are preparing a bid to sign Gordon this summer as Mikel Arteta’s side aim to find a new star attacker.
And The Telegraph have now claimed that Gordon is ‘interested in exploring his options’ after interest emerged in him, although Newcastle have not been told by the player that he wants to leave.
Newcastle will demand in excess of €90 million for Gordon, with interest expected from the likes of Bayern Munich and Liverpool as well as Arsenal ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Mourinho in frame to replace Howe at Newcastle
Newcastle United are reportedly keeping tabs on Jose Mourinho’s situation at Benfica as they look for a potential replacement for Eddie Howe.
The Magpies are currently 14th in the Premier League table, following a disappointing English top flight campaign to date, while they were knocked out of the Champions League at the last-16 stage after a 8-3 aggregate defeat to a rampant Barcelona side.
A late 2-1 loss to Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon has ramped up the pressure on Howe, although the club’s chief executive David Hopkinson has revealed that a sacking is not currently on the agenda.
However, sources have informed FootballTransfers that a managerial change cannot be ruled out, and eSPORTY now claim that Mourinho has emerged as a candidate to replace Howe this summer.
Man Utd add Rios to shortlist
Manchester United are said to be among the clubs monitoring the situation surrounding midfielder Richard Rios after his debut season with Benfica.
Rios joined Benfica last summer from Palmeiras and is considered a standout defensive midfielder across Europe, which has attracted interest from Napoli, Inter, Roma, Fulham and United, according to Colombian AS.
Benfica have no desire to sell Rios and the player is also said to be keen on remaining at the club but an ‘irresistible offer’ in terms of finances and sporting prestige could tempt his interest.
However, United had opted against signing the Colombian last summer despite watching him extensively and it is believed they would only revive their interest if other targets appeared unattainable.
More rumours
Chelsea are pushing the hardest to beat their rivals to the £50m signature of Bournemouth star Alex Scott. (The Independent)
Liverpool are leading the likes of Man Utd and Chelsea in the race to sign Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi on a free transfer this summer. (The i Paper)
Alessandro Bastoni has agreed personal terms to join Barcelona from Inter this summer. (MARCA)
Manchester United are among the teams monitoring the situation surrounding Benfica midfielder Richard Rios. (Colombian AS)
Arsenal have joined the race to sign Celta Vigo defender Oscar Mingueza when his contract expires at the end of the season. (The Telegraph)
Football transfer news headlines today
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EXCLUSIVE: Brian Brobbey to leave Sunderland in record deal
Man Utd Transfer News Today: €70m striker chased as official statement made
Chelsea Transfer News Today: €85m deal targeted as scouting mission confirmed
Arsenal Transfer News Today: Kvaratskhelia wants to join as €120m deal explodes into life
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