Barcelona tell Kounde to wait, Man Utd plan Maguire sale - Thursday's transfer round up

FT Desk

• 21 Jul 2022 23:05 BST
• 3 min read

The domestic seasons in Europe are approaching ever closer, and as a result transfer business is reaching its peak, with teams keen to get their new signings involved with the squad before the campaign begins.

FootballTransfers runs through five of the key transfer stories from Thursday 21 July.

Kounde urged to wait by Barcelona

Jules Kounde is wanted by both Chelsea and Barcelona, and Xavi's side have reportedly told the Frenchman to not make a decision on his future yet.

Chelsea have matched Sevilla's asking price, but Barcelona believe they have the funds to afford him and have informed the defender to wait for them.

Maguire could be sold in 2023

FootballTransfers have exclusively reported that Harry Maguire is one of three players that could be sold by Manchester United next summer.

Erik ten Hag has already started his transfer revolution at Old Trafford and it could continue in 2023.

Pavard wanted by Man Utd

With Maguire potentially shown the door next summer, Man Utd have already lined up another defensive signing, according to L'Equipe.

Bayern Munich's Benjamin Pavard has been targeted, but where would he fit in at the Red Devils?

Bayern close to Tel

Bayern are hoping to finalise a deal for young Rennes forward Mathys Tel, who they reportedly believe is he 'biggest striker talent in Europe.'

They have lost Robert Lewandowski to Barcelona this summer, and want to sign a new forward.

Tuchel replies to Werner

Chelsea forward Timo Werner has revealed that he could be happy anywhere and wants more game time ahead of the World Cup, and Blues boss Thomas Tuchel has sent a reply to his countryman.