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Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea appoint Mauricio Pochettino, Guardiola ‘calls’ Neymar, Liverpool keen on Milinkovic-Savic

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CHELSEA have finally announced Mauricio Pochettino as the club’s new manager.

Meanwhile, Man City boss Pep Guardiola has reportedly called Neymar to enquire about his intentions with his future in doubt ahead of the summer transfer window.

The Brazilian star's season was curtailed by injury and he has frustrated the club with some of his behaviour, such as attending the Monaco Grand Prix while his team-mates celebrated winning Ligue 1.

Elsewhere, Liverpool are could beat Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United to Sergej Milinkovic-Savic signature.

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  • Mil deal ready

    Manchester United and Arsenal may miss out on Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic as Liverpool could attempt to sign him this summer.

    According to CalcioMercato, the Reds could sign Milinkovic-Savic for as little as £22.5million in the upcoming transfer window.

    The midfielder will enter the final year of his contract in June and he is not expected to extend.

    The Serie A giants are willing to let the Serbia international go this summer in order to avoid losing him for free next year.

    The Merseysiders believe the 28-year-old could play an integral role in the squad next season.

  • Theo Walcott departure

    Southampton hero Theo Walcott has announced his exit in an emotional social media post.

    Walcott posted: "Today marks my last appearance in a Saints shirt and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone at @SouthamptonFC it’s a fantastic club with incredible people.

    "I am really disappointed for the fans that we weren’t able to stay in the Premier League this season, but I am certain the club will be back there again soon.

    "Thanks to all of you for your support right back to my debut aged 16 years old.

    "I would like to wish the team and fans every success for the future.

    "My aim is to continue playing and I’m looking forward to the next challenge…"

  • Last Rice match

    Declan Rice has told friends he has played his last ever Premier League match for West Ham.

    According to Football Insider, the Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina will be his swansong as he closes in on a summer move with Arsenal keen.

    The midfielder’s representatives are looking to put together a box-office deal with one of the Premier League’s top clubs.

    The England international wants to stay in the Prem and prefers a London club despite interest from abroad, like Bayern Munich.

    The North Londoners are in pole position to land the 24-year-old but Chelsea and Manchester United are keen as well.

  • De Gea to stay?

    Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is set to stay at Old Trafford despite his contract expiring next month, claims manager Erik ten Hag.

    Ten Hag said after the victory over Fulham: “I already said it last time so I’m repeating myself.

    “We want David de Gea to stay and he wants to stay.

    “We will find a way of understanding.”

  • Neymar's Pep talk

    Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola called Paris Saint-Germain superstar Neymar to enquire about his intentions with his future in doubt ahead of the summer transfer window.

    The star forward's season was curtailed by injury and he has frustrated the club with some of his behaviour, such as attending the Monaco Grand Prix while his team-mates celebrated winning Ligue 1.

    Guardiola is keen to know exactly what the Brazil international is thinking ahead of the transfer window and called up for a chat, according to L'Equipe.

    The report, though, adds that the 31-year-old is unlikely to move to the Etihad, despite the Spanish tactician's interest in his wellbeing.

  • On the Prow-l

    Southampton are hoping to land up to £40million for James Ward-Prowse this summer despite their relegation to the Championship, reports SunSport's Jack Rosser.

    Saints see Ward-Prowse as one of their few chances to receive a big fee during the summer transfer window as they look to fund a rebuild.

    Despite dropping to the Championship, the midfielder still has three years left on his deal and will be in demand this summer, leading to Southampton's optimistic valuation.

    West Ham have long tracked the England international and are keen to add Fulham's Joao Palhinha alongside him as they look to replace Declan Rice, a target for Arsenal and Manchester United.

    No talks have been held between the 28-year-old and interested clubs at this stage as he is planning some time away following his final Southampton game against Liverpool on Sunday.

  • Chelsea go for Ugarte

    Chelsea are pressing ahead in the chase for Sporting Lisbon star Manuel Ugarte, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

    Ugarte, 22, has had agent Jorge Mendes negotiating on the midfielder's behalf.

    But Paris Saint-Germain are also interested in the Uruguay international.

    Liverpool, on the other hand, have pulled out of the transfer race.

  • Brighton pair on the move

    Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi has cast doubt on the future of Alexis Mac Allister and Moises Caicedo.

    Mac Allister was in tears at Aston Villa after what could be his last match for the Seagulls amid his links with a move to Liverpool.

    De Zerbi said: “I think it can be the last game of Alexis and Caicedo. I’m really sorry, because they are two great great players…

    “I think it can be the last game for Alexis and Moises Caicedo.

    "I am really sorry because they are two great players, but the policy of Brighton is like this. It is right that they can leave, they can play at a higher level.”

  • Exclusive by SunSport's Alan Nixon

    Alexis Sanchez is hoping for a Premier League return this summer.

    The former Arsenal and Man Utd forward is set to leave Marseille as a free agent.

    And Sanchez is hoping an English team takes a gamble on him.

  • Poch 'approves Ugarte Chelsea deal'

    Mauricio Pochettino has given his blessing to Chelsea signing Manuel Ugarte.

    The Blues are believed to have struck personal terms with the Uruguay midfielder.

    But they are yet to agree payment terms with Sporting Lisbon over his £52million release clause.

    And Chelsea will also have to see off competition from moneybags Paris Saint-Germain.

  • No way out for David

    Erik ten Hag remains defiant that David de Gea will sign a new deal to stay at Man United.

    The goalie's future remains unclear with his contract up next month.

    Ten Hag said on the final day: "I already said it last time so I'm repeating myself, we want David de Gea to stay and he wants to stay.

    "We will find a way of understanding."

  • Xhaka seemingly confirms departure

    Granit Xhaka has seemingly confirmed his departure from Arsenal.

    He said on Instagram: “Two goals for the goodbye.”

    He is likely to join Bayer Leverkusen this summer.

  • Carvalho to leave on loan

    Fabio Carvalho could leave Liverpool on loan this summer.

    The highly-rated young attacking midfielder was the subject of loan bids in January but Jurgen Klopp wanted to keep him in the squad.

    However, the Reds' stance has now changed.

    But they don't want to sell permanently as they have reportedly turned down an offer from an unnamed Champions League side.

  • Keane verdict on Mount

    Roy Keane has had his say on Manchester United being linked with signing Mason Mount

    Keane told Sky Sports: “I wouldn’t be so sure about Mount.

    Micah Richards challenged him on his comment.

    And former Red Devils skipper continued: “He’s just gone off the boil a little bit. I know he can bounce back and he’s got qualities and I was raving about him a few years ago.

    “He’s just gone missing the last year or two, had one or two injuries, the fact he can’t get in a bad Chelsea team.

    “I wouldn’t be hanging my hat too much on him in terms of improving United and closing the gap, I think he’s a good player but would he improve United? I’m not so sure.”

  • Fred out the Reds

    Fred could leave Man Utd this summer with Fulham keen.

    Erik ten Hag could let the Brazilian go to raise funds for a big summer of spending.

    United want to recruit a younger midfielder, according to reports.

  • Tier-io

    Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney appeared to say a lengthy goodbye to supporters at the Emirates yesterday.

    He was applauded during the lap of appreciation and stopped to soak up the atmosphere as fans chanted his name.

    The Scot’s minutes have been restricted due to Oleksandr Zinchenko and he supposedly wants to leave to play more regularly.

    Newcastle and Aston Villa lead the chase for him.

  • Spalletti to leave Napoli

    Title-winning hero Luciano Spalletti is set to step down from his role as Napoli boss.

    President Aurelio De Laurentiis said that he has asked to take a sabbatical and will leave the club with a year left on his contract.

    And after her achievements the club will refuse to stand in his way.

    They are thought to reach an agreement stopping the 64-year-old from taking another job for a year.

    Napoli clinched their first title since 1990 this season but could face a huge summer of change if stars Kim-min Jae and Victor Osimhen also depart.

  • "World-class coach"

    Following the announcement that Mauricio Pochettino is Chelsea's new manager, a statement from the board including Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali read:

    "The sporting team conducted a diligent and thoughtful process that the Board is proud of.

    "We are delighted that Mauricio is joining Chelsea. Mauricio is a world-class coach with an outstanding track record. We are all looking forward to having him on board."

    And Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, Chelsea’s co-sporting directors, said: "Mauricio’s experience, standards of excellence, leadership qualities and character will serve Chelsea well as we move forward.  

    "He is a winning coach, who has worked at the highest levels, in multiple leagues and languages.

    "His ethos, tactical approach and commitment to development all made him the exceptional candidate."

  • BREAKING: Poch joins Chelsea

    Chelsea have finally announced Mauricio Pochettino as the club’s new manager.

    A verbal agreement was struck at the end of April, and now the Blues have confirmed the 51-year-old as boss.

    Pochettino had been out of work since leaving Paris Saint-Germain last summer.

    He is one of the most successful and popular managers in recent times at Spurs, Chelsea’s bitter London rivals, despite failing to win a trophy with the club.

    The Argentine will join on July 1 and he's penned a two-year deal at Stamford Bridge with the option of a further year.

  • Guerreiro leaves Dortmund

    Left-back Raphael Guerreiro has confirmed he will leave Borussia Dortmund and is a free agent this summer.

    He is set to be replaced by Borussia Monchengladbach ace Remy Bensebaini, who has reportedly already undergone a medical at his new club.

    Guerreiro said in an emotional statement: "After seven amazing years, it's time for me to say goodbye to you all with a lot of sadness.

    "The memories I made here taught me a lot on myself on the pitch but also helped me a lot knowing what I really love in football."

  • De Gea staying

    David De Gea is set to stay at Man Utd despite his contract up in months.

    Erik ten Hag said after their win over Fulham yesterday: “I already said it last time so I’m repeating myself, we want David de Gea to stay and he wants to stay.

    “We will find a way of understanding.”

    De Gea picked up the golden glove yesterday for the most clean sheets in the Premier League this season.

  • Tuchel's future in doubt

    Bayern Munich only appointed Thomas Tuchel on March 24 after the shock axing of Julian Nagelsmann, but his future is already in doubt.

    He guided Bayern to an eleventh consecutive Bundesliga title but chaos remains apparent behind-the-scenes in Bavaria.

    CEO Oliver Kahn and sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic have been fired.

    Tuchel has pleaded for "calm" while saying he "assumes" he will be in charge next year.

    But ex-German international Dietmar Hamann thinks the manager could resign due to the turmoil.

  • Newly-promoted sides Drameh battle

    Luton will be looking to turn the loan signing of Cody Drameh into a permanent deal.

    The right-back joined the club on loan in January and has helped them secure promotion.

    Rob Edwards' men are supposedly desperate to keep but Burnley are also chasing the signing.

    Leeds will be hoping he chooses to stay at Elland Road with his now promotion experience potentially vital.

  • Farewell Xhaka

    Granit Xhaka said an ideal but emotional farewell to Arsenal yesterday.

    He netted twice as they smashed Wolves 5-0 and missed a glorious chance to score a hat-trick.

    The player cried as he left the pitch for the final time and he wrote on social media: “Nothing but love for all of you.”

    He is expected to join Bayer Leverkusen this summer.

  • Big changes at Leicester

    There is set to be a major squad overhaul at Leicester after their relegation to the Championship.

    James Maddison is set to be the first to go with the likes of Newcastle interested.

    Team-mate Harvey Barnes is also attracting plenty of suitors.

    And more players could be available with the contracts of Youri Tielemans, Jonny Evans, Caglar Soyuncu, Nampalys Mendy, Ryan Bertrand and Daniel Amartey all expiring this summer.

    Meanwhile, those about to enter the last 12 months of their deals are, Jamie Vardy, Luke Thomas, Kelechi Iheanacho, Jannik Vestergaard, Dennis Praet and Wilfried Ndidi.