Man Utd want Kounde, Chelsea done deal, Xavi Simons makes Arsenal decision: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 29 May 2024 22:58 BST
• 5 min read

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as FootballTransfers revealed Manchester United's interest in Jules Kounde.

Plus, Chelsea received Fabrizio Romano's famous 'here we go' on a transfer and Arsenal learned of Xavi Simons' decision on where he will play next season. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right.

Exclusive: Man Utd interested in Kounde

FootballTransfers can reveal that Man Utd are interested in Jules Kounde and Barcelona could be prepared to sell for €50 million.

Chelsea seal deal

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Chelsea's summer transfer plans and dropped his 'here we go' on the deal to sign Estevao from Palmeiras.

Enzo Maresca is set to take the reins at Stamford Bridge and his three priorities have now been revealed.

The Italian will take his Leicester backroom staff with him. Here's all you need to know about his partners in crime.

From the Blues' new boss to a former one, Antonio Conte is in the process of taking Victor Osimhen to Chelsea.

Simons decision

Arsenal target Xavi Simons has decided where he wants to play next season - he is keen on returning to Barcelona.

The Gunners will nevertheless keep an eye on him at Euro 2024, but who else will they be watching at the tournament?

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some transfer news from around the world. Justin Bijlow is being linked with Arsenal and Liverpool, but how good is the Feyenoord keeper really?

Man Utd face a fresh headache over Jadon Sancho.

Arne Slot's first order of business at Liverpool is quite a surprising one.

Man Utd are willing to sacrifice Mason Greenwood to land a former Chelsea flop.

However, the 22-year-old would rather join a different club.

Despite this, Greenwood isn't even the Man Utd star most likely to leave this summer.

Bayern Munich have officially appointed Vincent Kompany as their head coach.

Barcelona, meanwhile, have unveiled Hansi Flick as Xavi's replacement.

Juventus are also closing in on securing a new boss and the man in question has already delivered a transfer blow to Man Utd.

Marcus Rashford has been linked with a shock move for Arsenal - but he would not survive at the Emirates.

Man Utd are closing in on Sir Jim Ratcliffe's first signing.

This comes after the INEOS chief came up with five 'golden rules' for transfers.

Lastly, new Barca boss Flick wants a 'problematic' player.