Turk's Transfer News: April 9th

By: Turk Balci

Mohammed Simakan to Leave RB Leipzig

Both Tottenham Hotspurs and Newcastle United have inquired about Simikan. Simikan currently has a release clause of 70 million euros, which both teams believe they will be able to afford.

 Lucas Paqueta to Manchester City

Manchester City has come to an agreement with Paqueta’s agent over a contract suitable to Paqueta’s wants. He will likely leave West Ham United in the summer of this year. Though West Ham has yet to agree on a deal with Manchester City over a suitable price for Paqueta. Manchester City’s most recent offer is for an approximate fee of 85 million pounds.

Liverpool Closing in on Ruben Amorim

Liverpool have decided that they want Amorim to be the replacement once Jurgen Klopp leaves in the summer. After first choice manager Xabi Alonso rejected Liverpool to stay at Bayer Leverkusen, Amorim has been identified as the first choice replacement for Klopp. In recent days, Amorim has been contacted by other big clubs in Chelsea and Barcelona, however he wants Liverpool and Liverpool only. The current agreement being negotiated between Amorim and Liverpool is for a contract valid until 2027.

PSG in Active Pursuit of Pablo Gavi

FC Barcelona have stated their strong desire to keep Gavi but PSG still believe that they will be able to get Gavi’s signature. PSG identified Gavi as a suitable player for them last season and believe that he will revolutionize PSG’s midfield. PSG know that it will not be easy to sign Gavi, especially since Barcelona has no intention of letting the Spaniard leave. 

Barcelona to go after Bernardo Silva

Barcelona are planning on signing Bernardo Silva this summer, as long as their FFP improves. Joan Laporta plans on buying Bernardo Silva through his release clause in installments as he does not have the current funds necessary to pay Manchester City at this moment. Joao Felix believes that he has convinced Bernardo Silva to sign for Barcelona. Quoted from his most recent interview with Catalonia Radio “I think that I’ve convinced Bernardo Silva to join Barca, That’s all true! But it doesn’t depend on him right now. He asked me about places to live, places to eat, safety…. Everything! If he comes, Barca will be delighted with Bernardo”. Barcelona are upset with Felix’s talk about discussions with Silva as they believe this signing should be handled with discretion.