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Man Utd tried to hijack Isak deal, Bernardo stalemate - Tuesday's transfer round-up
FT Desk
- Updated: 30 Aug 2022 23:17 BST
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It was an eventful day in and around the transfer market with reports emerging that Manchester United had tried to hijack Newcastle's move for Alexander Isak.
Barcelona continue their pursuit of Manchester City's Bernardo Silva, while City themselves look set to sign Manuel Akanji from Borussia Dortmund.
How Man Utd failed to hijack Isak transfer
The Red Devils never formally submitted an offer to Real Sociedad and approached Isak's representatives to gauge his interest in a move - which wasn't forthcoming.
Bernardo Silva: Man City and Barcelona 'miles apart' on transfer fee
City have slapped a €100 million price tag on their Portuguese star, and even Frenkie de Jong moving in the other direction might not be enough to get a deal over the line.
Antoine Griezmann to make shock Arsenal move?
The French World Cup winner has played less than 30 minutes every game so far this season, and the Gunners could be set to offer him a way out.
Chelsea plotting Josko Gvardiol transfer
The Blues have already spent more than €100m on defenders Marc Cucurella and Kalidou Koulibaly, while Wesley Fofana is in-bound for a world record fee...
Manuel Akanji: Man City's answer to Harry Maguire?
Speaking of defenders, Manchester City are the surprise next destination of Borussia Dortmund cast-off Manuel Akanji.
