Liverpool transfer news burst into life yesterday as it emerged that there could be a chance to land Anthony Gordon. And that came with a ticking clock attached, as Newcastle seeks to do enough business before close of play today to escape its Profitability and Sustainability Regulations hole.
An initial proposal involved Jarell Quansah going the other way, which Liverpool rejected out of hand. But the Reds could use other makeweights in the deal, with Caoimhin Kelleher plus cash one option reportedly explored.
The Irish stopper is believed to be keen on a move anyway this summer. He excelled last season in the absence of Alisson, and is now ready to be a number one at Premier League level.
No doubt this complicated Gordon deal with all its moving parts will be the main focus of the day, given the looming deadline. But other things are happening too, with a twist in the Leny Yoro saga.
Keep an eye on the Liverpool.com live blog for all the latest transfer updates…
09:00James Findlater
Dean Huijsen price set
Juventus has named its price for Dean Huijsen this summer, according to Mirko Di Natale.
The Italian club is claimed to be reluctant to part ways with the 19-year-old defender, and will only do so for at least $32m (£25m/€30m).
Liverpool is linked with Huijsen, with PSG and Bayern Munich said to be leading the race. Borussia Dortmund, Newcastle, Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig and Stuttgart are also said to be monitoring the situation.
08:36James Findlater
Liverpool ‘first in line’ for Georgia hero
Liverpool is interested in signing Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili this summer, according to Marca (via Sport Witness).
The Reds are said to be ‘first in line’ for the Valencia stopper, who has impressed at Euro 2024 and will be in action later today against Spain.
Newcastle has also been linked though, with Valencia said to have turned down an offer from the Magpies.
08:15James Findlater
Bologna ‘ready’ to sell Calafiori
Bologna is ready to sell Riccardo Calafiori this summer, according to The Sunday People (via Paisley Gates).
Liverpool is said to be interested in the defender, who could now become available after Italy were knocked out of Euro 2024 on Saturday.
Chelsea and Arsenal are also said to be in the running, and Bologna is claimed to be encouraging bids from interested clubs.
07:55James Findlater
Kimmich ‘not interested’ in Liverpool move
Joshua Kimmich is not interested in joining Liverpool this summer, and has his heart set on a move to Manchester City instead, according to the Daily Star (via the Express).
Liverpool had been linked with the German international, who could leave Bayern Munich soon with the German club reportedly not prepared to extend his contract beyond 2025.
Kimmich though is claimed to be ready to turn down any proposals from the Reds or Arsenal in favor of a move to City.
07:45James Findlater
Anthony Gordon hopes over?
In case you missed it last night, Liverpool’s chances of signing Anthony Gordon might now be over after Newcastle managed to offload two of its players.
Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson both made way, to Brighton and Nottingham Forest respectively, easing Newcastle’s PSR worries somewhat.
The PSR deadline is today, which gave Liverpool an opportunity to try and take advantage to secure Gordon, but with Newcastle doing other business, it looks like those hopes might now be all but over. Read the full story here.
07:25Key Event
Real Madrid won’t budge on Yoro price
Real Madrid has decided it will not pay more than its $43m (£34m/€40m) valuation of Leny Yoro. That’s per Spanish outlet Marca.
It is banking on the player’s preference for the Bernabeu to get a deal over the line. But Liverpool and other suitors are prepared to pay a higher price, leaving Lille something of a dilemma.
Los Blancos are ready to walk away from a deal if it proves necessary. Riccardo Calafiori is being lined up as Real Madrid’s “Plan B.”
07:04James Martin
Gordon and Kelleher “swap”
Liverpool is set to test Newcastle United’s resolve with a bid of $63m (£50m/€59m) plus Caoimhin Kelleher for Anthony Gordon. That’s per TeamTalk.
The Reds had earlier declined the option of using Jarell Quansah in any transfer for Gordon. But it is seemingly exploring other ways of doing the deal.
Newcastle is believed to remain under PSR pressure ahead of today’s deadline, despite agreeing the sale of Yankuba Minteh to Brighton.
07:00James Findlater
And we’re off!
Welcome to our live transfer blog for Sunday!
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