Upamecano inches closer to new Bayern deal

Dayot Upamecano is reportedly set to sign a new long-term deal at Bayern Munich.

According to Sky Sports in Germany, the 26-year-old is close to finalising a contract until 2030 with the Bundesliga leaders.

His current terms are set to expire in 2026 but if this deal comes to pass, this is a breakthrough for Bayern.

West Ham explore Abraham transfer

West Ham are reportedly exploring a deal to sign Roma striker Tammy Abraham.

The former Chelsea man is currently on loan at AC Milan but according to TBR Football, the Hammers are eyeing a move for the 27-year-old.

The England international's current contract runs until 2027.

Aston Villa eye Barca's Ferran Torres

Aston Villa are reportedly ready to pay around €40 million (£33m) for Barcelona forward Ferran Torres this summer.

According to El Nacional, the Villans will push for the ex-Manchester City man if they fail to turn Marcus Rashford or Marco Asensio's loan into permanent deals.

The report adds Barca would be happy to sell at that price.

Man City and Liverpool vie for Brighton star

Liverpool and Manchester City are reportedly leading the race to sign Brighton's Carlos Baleba this summer.

According to GIVEMESPORT, the Seagulls will demand a fee of around £115 million ($145.6m/€138.8m) for the midfielder.

The 21-year-old has had an impressive season for the Sussex outfit.

Arsenal star preferred to Fulham ace

According to Gazeta do Urubu, Flamengo are focused on finalising a deal for Arsenal's Jorginho - rather than Fulham's Andreas Pereira.

The report adds that the ex-Manchester United ace is admired by the Brazilian side but he is not seen as a priority at present.

Jorginho, meanwhile, is set to join them this summer from the Gunners on a free transfer.

Lookman set to leave Atalanta in the summer

Per Fabrizio Romano, Atalanta's star striker Ademola Lookman is all set to exit the Serie A club in the summer after a fallout with manager Gian Piero Gasperini. The club will speak to the manager to clarify the situation, however, the players is destined to leave the club.

Newcastle duo sign new deals

Newcastle have confirmed that goalkeeper Martin Dubravka and defender Emil Krafth have signed new contracts at St. James' Park.

The Magpies did not reveal the length of the former's new deal but said the latter's terms now run until 2026.

Dubravka, who was linked with a Saudi Pro League move in January, said: "I have a really special connection here with the club, the staff and the fans. My children were born here, so they are Geordies now, and this club holds a special place in my heart."

The duo were set to be out of contract this summer but will now stay into the 2025/26 campaign.

Borussia Dortmund starlet signs new deal

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Almugera Kabar has signed a new contract at Borussia Dortmund until 2028.

The 19-year-old, who has been with the club since 2019 and has come through their academy, made his first-team breakthrough this season.

Now, the Germany Under-19 international has put pen to paper on a new, long-term deal.

Pulisic rules out AC Milan exit

Christian Pulisic has denied reports of an alleged rift between him and new AC Milan coach Sergio Conceicao.

According to reports out of Italy, tension in the Milan locker room has been very high after their Champions League exit - prompting Pulisic to ask for a transfer.

However, he said: "I have never argued with the coach and I have never asked to leave."

United set to launch €80M bid for Barcelona's Kounde

Manchester United are reportedly gearing up for a major summer transfer move, with Barcelona defender Jules Kounde emerging as a top target.

According to reports from Fichajes, The Premier League club is said to be preparing an €80 million bid to secure the Frenchman's services, as new manager Ruben Amorim looks to reshape his squad.

Recent reports from Sport indicate that Chelsea are also interested in the 26-year-old defender and could present their own lucrative offer. Given Chelsea's long-standing admiration for Kounde, dating back to his time at Sevilla, a bidding war between the two Premier League giants could unfold.