Al Hilal confidently announces the signing of Messi in the next few days
Earlier this week, Barca coach Xavi insisted that Lionel Messi's return to Catalonia was "99 percent dependent" on the Argentina international. However, the club's precarious financial situation is also a major obstacle. Amid that news, Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal has become the leading contender in the race to sign the 2022 World Cup champion. SPORT reports that the Gulf club intends to announce the signing of Messi on June 6.
Al Hilal intends to announce the signing of Messi on June 6. Photo: GETTY
Kante can leave Chelsea
According to 90min, Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante has been approached by several Saudi clubs. In addition, the French star is also pursued by a number of teams in Europe, while Chelsea has not yet made any move to extend the contract.
Kante is likely to leave Chelsea. Photo: GETTY
Chalobah wants to stay at Chelsea despite Inter interest
According to The Athletic, Trevoh Chalobah wants to stay at Chelsea and compete for a place in the starting XI under Mauricio Pochettino despite Inter's interest in him.
Chelsea will be looking to sell a large number of players over the summer and it was initially reported that Chalobah could be one of the players interested in the Serie A giants but he wants to stay.
Real Madrid want Havertz but Chelsea demand 100 million euros
Real Madrid are interested in signing Kai Havertz this summer. According to information from Fabio Gatto, the Spanish team are willing to pay around 75 million euros (£65 million/$80 million) to sign the German, but Chelsea are asking for 100 million euros (£86 million/$107 million).
Benfica and Inter target Jordi Alba
Marca reports that Benfica and Inter are trying to sign Jordi Alba. The left-back became a free agent after leaving Barcelona and clubs from Portugal and Italy have been contacted.
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