Harry Kane weighs up Barcelona move, Manchester United and Tottenham track Branthwaite, Liverpool scout Fulham’s Kevin
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has a €65m (£57m) release clause that becomes active next summer, and the 32-year-old England international is assessing his future options — which include remaining in Germany or a potential move to Barcelona.
Manchester United and Tottenham are keeping a close eye on Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, with the 23-year-old England centre-back valued at around £70m and not for sale, according to the Merseyside club.
Tottenham and Chelsea are set for a transfer battle over Porto’s 21-year-old Spanish striker Samu Aghehowa, who could be available for around €80m (£70.5m).
Arsenal and Barcelona are tracking France Under-16s captain Lacine Megnan-Pave, after the 15-year-old produced an impressive 15 goals and 12 assists in 24 appearances for Montpellier’s U17 side.
Liverpool chief scout Barry Hunter was spotted at Craven Cottage on Saturday watching Fulham’s £35m Brazilian winger Kevin, 22, during their 3-0 victory over Wolves.
Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has emerged as Athletic Club’s top choice to replace Ernesto Valverde if the Spaniard decides not to renew his contract beyond next summer.
Bayern Munich sporting director Max Eberl has confirmed the club will “do everything possible” to secure a new deal for France defender Dayot Upamecano, 27.
Switzerland centre-back Manuel Akanji, 30, says it is up to Inter Milan to decide whether to make his loan from Manchester City permanent, though the Serie A side “seem happy” with his performances so far.
Former Italy and Roma midfielder Daniele De Rossi is among the leading candidates to succeed Patrick Vieira as Genoa manager following the Frenchman’s dismissal.
