To be fair, Nani was once considered “the new Ronaldo” so we’re taking that moniker with a bucket of salt.
But there’s no doubting that 18-year-old Goncalo Guedes has the potential to blossom into something special and Arsene Wenger is keen for that to happen under his watch.
The Gunners have monitored the Portugal U-19 international for some time but Ojogo report that the North London club will have to cough up €55 million in order to meet the forward’s release clause.
Guedes has yet to figure for Benfica’s senior team in the league but has garnered much admiration from his performances for Benfica B since 2013. (Metro)
The Paul Pogba transfer saga is rumbling on this weekend with reports that both Manchester clubs are willing to offer cash plus player deals in an attempt to sweeten the deal for Juventus.
The Daily Star report that City are happy to offload both Edin Dzeko and Samir Nasri, with a few bob thrown in, to bring the Frenchman to the Etihad.
Manchester United, meanwhile, are willing to send Robin van Persie to Juventus with a “Thank you” card containing €74 million. (Daily Express)
In terms of other potential midfield arrivals at Old Trafford, Dortmund’s Ilkay Gundogan is expected to make the move to the Red Devils this summer, which means that centre-back Mats Hummels will have someone to sit next to on the plane.
United boss Louis van Gaal is keen on the pair of German internationals and The Daily Mail report that €70 million would be enough for the both of them.
Another transfer story that just won’t seem to disappear is the curious case of Raheem Sterling.
The contract talks of the Liverpool speedster have made headline news in recent weeks and closes source to ESPN have revealed that Sterling will NOT sign a new deal at Anfield.
The England international is happy to listen to offers from other clubs this summer if the Reds fail to qualify for the Champions League this season.
Meanwhile Sassuolo CEO John Carnevali has confirmed that Spurs have lodged an €18 million bid for striker Simone Zaza who has nine goals to his name this season.
Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino is eager to provide support for Harry Kane on whom his side have had to rely on far too often.
Zaza, 23, does have a clause in his contract that allows former club Juventus to re-purchase the Italian for €15 million but the Seria A leaders have yet to do so. (Metro)
