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Liverpool face Amorim or De Zerbi decision after Alonso ruled out as Klopp replacement – Paper Round
Liverpool need to pay up for Amorim
The Telegraph reports that Sporting CP manager Ruben Amorim has a £12.8 million release clause which could be activated at the end of the season.
Liverpool are one of the favourites to land the manager as they search for a replacement for the outgoing Jurgen Klopp.
“Telegraph Sport understands the release clause in Amorim’s contract, that can be triggered at the end of this season, is €15 million.
“The clause, agreed with Sporting Lisbon, drops to €10m (£8.5m) in the summer of 2025 – and its existence means it will be easier for Liverpool to agree a deal with the Portuguese club should they eventually decide to make a move for the highly rated 39-year-old.
“It had previously been claimed in Portugal that the figure to release Amorim, who signed a new four-year deal in 2022, was significantly higher – around twice as much.”
Brighton want big payout for De Zerbi
The Mirror believes that Roberto De Zerbi would cost Liverpool the same figure as Amorim – £12.8m – to replace Klopp next season.
Xabi Alonso’s decision to remain with Bayer Leverkusen has slightly narrowed the potential candidates this summer
“The Reds have learned that most talked-about target Xabi Alonso is now leaning towards staying at Bayer Leverkusen for at least another season, ruling him out of the race to succeed Jurgen Klopp. His Leverkusen side are 10 points clear at the top of the Bundesliga table with just eight games to go, having gone unbeaten for the entire season so far in all competitions.
“Given that he could potentially have a treble on his CV come June, Alonso is arguably Europe’s most sought-after manager, especially aged 42. But like fellow admirers Bayern Munich, Liverpool are now being forced to look elsewhere for their next boss and De Zerbi has emerged as a leading candidate for both clubs.
“Brighton aren’t willing to let him go on the cheap, however, with the Premier League side likely to demand his full €15m (£12.8m) release clause should the Italian want to leave, just like the £21.5m they received in Graham Potter’s exit to Chelsea. De Zerbi, 44, is also being eyed by Barcelona, who are limited when it comes to how much they can spend but remain interested in a move.”
Chelsea set to keep three youngsters
Chelsea have been known to sell on their young players to balance the books, but the Evening Standard thinks that Alfie Gilchrist, Jimi Tauriainen and Mason Burstow will not be sold next summer.
Of Tauriainen, the story comments: “The 20-year-old midfielder made his debut against Leeds in the FA Cup.
“An injury-hit spell since joining Chelsea has slowed his progress, but he finally made his Finland Under-21s debut this month.
“He will count as a homegrown player by the summer and will target a loan move to continue his development.”
And for Burstow: “Just one goal in 20 Championship appearances has seen Burstow face criticism and a difficult learning curve at the Stadium of Light.
“But he remains highly regarded at Chelsea. With just one year left on his contract, his option is likely to be used and another loan sought in the summer.”
Newcastle target Maldini
Paolo Maldini and Hugo Viana are both in the running to replace Dan Ashworth as sporting director at Newcastle.
The Sun suggests that with Newcastle looking to agree a deal with Manchester United to let Ashworth move on, a replacement is being targeted.
“Ashworth has been placed on gardening leave as The Magpies and Manchester United continue to negotiate a complicated deal that could see him moving to Old Trafford this summer.
“The 53-year-old’s contract runs out in 2026 and United are trying to thrash out a compensation deal with the Toon who have demanded double the £10 million offered.”
Alonso to remain Leverkusen manager despite Liverpool interest – ‘Right place for me’
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‘Probably impossible’ – Liverpool target Alonso won’t leave Leverkusen this summer, says Bayern boss
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Everton and Liverpool end goalless after cagey Merseyside derby in WSL
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Chelsea prepare summer transfer window clearout – Paper Round
Chelsea plan clearout
There are seven first-team squad players that Chelsea want to get rid of this summer, The Sun reports.
There are also aims to see out-on-loan pair Kepa Arrizabalaga and Romelo Lukaku move on permanently, while Raheem Sterling, Conor Gallagher, Robert Sanchez, Marc Cucurella, Trevoh Chalobah, Armando Broja and Thiago Silva could depart.
“And seven current stars may have just two months to save their Stamford Bridge futures.
“It’s now reckoned Boehly will make another big push in the market to cover specialist areas.
“He wants to land a free-scoring striker, with SunSport exclusively revealing Chelsea’s interest in Brentford star Ivan Toney.
“Boehly hopes to offload wantaway flops Kepa Arrizabalaga and Romelu Lukaku to Saudi Arabian sides once their respective loans at Real Madrid and Roma end.”
United draw up manager shortlist
The Daily Mail reports that Manchester United have nine candidates in mind to replace Erik ten Hag.
Gareth Southgate is not ready to discuss any deal, but there are many other names in the frame.
“England boss Gareth Southgate had emerged as new part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s preferred choice as United manager, but the 53-year-old said he will not talk to any clubs while he is in charge of the Three Lions.
“Potential options include former Chelsea and Brighton manager Graham Potter.
“Current Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi is also on the shortlist along with Brentford manager Thomas Frank.
“Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel is being considered by United, as is ex-Wolves coach Julen Lopetegui.
“Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane, Sporting manager Ruben Amorim and Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann complete the shortlist.
“An ambitious move for Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou also hasn’t been ruled out.”
Barcelona hopes to keep duo
Joao Cancelo of Manchester City and Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix are both on loan at Barcelona until the end of the season, and president Joan Laporta wants to keep them.
Laporto said that a loan deal could be arranged for both players if necessary.
“Defender Cancelo, 29, is on loan from Manchester City, while forward Joao Felix, 24, is on loan from Atletico Madrid.
“Laporta thinks that the Portuguese duo will remain at Barca after their loan deals expire this summer.
“‘We have an agent there who is working on the issue, Jorge Mendes, and he knows our intention to continue with the players. What I can’t tell you now, because it will depend a lot on the amounts, is whether we’re going to sign them or extend the loan.’”
Bayern confident over Alonso
Xabi Alonso is wanted to replace Jurgen Klopp at Anfield, but the Mirror reports that the Spaniard might instead move to Bayern Munich.
The current Bundesliga champions are looking for a replacement for Thomas Tuchel as he prepares to leave.
“The Spaniard is wanted by the Reds to replace Jurgen Klopp while Bayern are also eying him up with Thomas Tuchel set to leave at the end of the season. Alonso’s Leverkusen sit top of the Bundesliga table, 10 points clear of second-place Bayern and are unbeaten in 38 matches this season.
“Alonso played for both Liverpool and Bayern during his storied playing career and the temptation to return is obvious, though he could stay at Leverkusen and lead them into the Champions League. However, if he does choose to leave BayArena, then Bayern have a better chance of securing his services for next term.
“Bayern are ‘optimistic’ about luring Alonso over to the Allianz Arena, despite being yet to enter negotiations.”
‘I was crying’ – Eriksson emotional as dream to manage Liverpool comes true for a day
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Real Madrid track Guimaraes and Alexander-Arnold as transfer targets – Paper Round
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Hoeness: Bayern battling with Liverpool and Real Madrid for Alonso signature
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Liverpool confirm appointment of ‘incredibly proud’ Hughes as new sporting director
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