Although the transfer market is closed, the rumor mill is running at full speed. Who will make a move next summer? Here you can stay informed of all developments.
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Millions for Lewandowski?
Robert Lewandowski can prepare for a particularly lucrative adventure. According to Polish media, the top striker will exchange FC Barcelona for the Saudi top club Al Hilal this summer. The 37-year-old attacker can earn an astronomical annual salary from this 90 million euros earn.
The Pole’s contract with Barça expires this summer.
Schreuder fired
Alfred Schreuder has been fired as coach of the Saudi club Al-Diriyah, a club that plays in the second level. The former trainer of Ajax and TSG Hoffenheim, among others, was there only been working for six months. Al-Diriyah is third, numbers 1 and 2 are promoted. A 4-3 defeat against number 12 Al-Anwar proved fatal for Schreuder.
The former midfielder will not immediately be out of work, because he was already appointed as assistant national coach of Germany. He’ll be leaving next month right hand of Julian Nagelsmann to the World Cup.
Manchester United and Carrick want to move on
Michael Carrick is expected to be appointed by the board recommended as the permanent coach, reports BBC. The 44-year-old former United midfielder was appointed as interim coach in January.
Carrick won 10 of his 15 games as coach. He only lost twice. Moreover, he guided United from 7th to 3rd placewhich means they will play the Champions League again next season.
It is by the way not the first time that Carrick stepped in as interim coach. In 2021, he was already in charge of three games after the dismissal of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Lewandowski on his way to the exit
Robert Lewandowski seems to be in his last weeks as a player for FC Barcelona. The contract of the Polish top striker expires this summer and there are currently no discussions about a new contract, Spanish media report. Saudi and American clubs hope to pick up the attacker.
PSG is after Álvarez
Paris Saint-Germain joins the battle for the signature of Julian Álvarez. ESPN reports this. The Argentinian striker has impressed this season Atlético Madridincluding ten goals in the Champions League. Arsenal and FC Barcelona are also interested in the attacker.
Mourinho in final negotiation phase for Real managership
José Mourinho is in final negotiations to become Real Madrid’s next head coach 13 years after his first period at the Bernabéu. BBC reports this.
According to the British broadcaster, the 63-year-old Portuguese is the clear favorite and the only candidate with which Real Madrid is in discussions. He would replace current coach Alvaro Arbeloa, who took over from the dismissed Xabi Alonso in January.
Mourinho has been Benfica’s coach since September last year. The trainer announced on Monday that he still didn’t want to talk about his future.
Lucas Jetten is leaving Ajax
Lucas Jetten goes to Ajax leave permanently without a transfer. The 18-year-old wing defender has not reached an agreement on a new contract with the club.
Jetten is now in discussions with various clubs at home and abroad. This shows, among other things, PhD Cambuur specific interest.
The youth international can be picked up on a transfer-free basis. He had been in discussions with Ajax for a long time to extend his expiring contract, but that… negotiations have now failed.
Jetten, born in South Africa and family of Prime Minister Rob Jettenwas active in Ajax’s youth academy for more than 10 years. There he was chosen as talent of the year in 2024. Despite his young age, Jetten has already played sixty times for Jong Ajax in the Kitchen Champion Division.
Cambuur with new left back to Eredivisie
Morgan Costarelli is SC Cambuur’s first acquisition for the new season in the Premier League. The 21-year-old left back comes over from Lille OSC and signs a contract in Leeuwarden until the summer of 2029, with an option for an extra season.
“With Morgan we are bringing in a modern back,” says technical manager Lars Lambooij of the club, which has been promoted to the Premier League. “He is technically skilled, plays with high intensity and has a lot of running ability. in terms of character and drive he fits in perfectly with the club. In short: we are very happy that Morgan has chosen our plan.”
Costarelli played in Lille’s second team last season.
Flick extends contract with Barça until 2028
Trainer Hansi Flick extends his contract with FC Barcelona by one year. Then the German is until mid-2028 linked to the Spanish champion.
“I am grateful that I can continue for two more years,” he said at a press conference. “Many coaches prefer to sign for four years or five years, but I think in the case of Barcelona it is good not to look too far ahead,” said Flick. ,,I think this is a good deal.“
The 61-year-old Flick is in his second season at FC Barcelona. He stated last Sunday with a victory over Real Madrid (2-0). secured his second league title with the club.
Chelsea is looking at Alonso as their new coach
Chelsea is investigating the possibility of appointing Xabi Alonso as head coach, reports The Athletic. The Spaniard, who was fired from Real Madrid in January, is reported by the newspaper open to the challenge. Outgoing Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola is also a candidate.
Chelsea said goodbye to Liam Rosenior on April 23 had been head coach for less than four months. He was appointed after the departure of Enzo Maresca. Calum McFarlane is now at the helm until the end of the season.
Pelova will leave Arsenal after the season
Dutch international Victoria Pelova will leave Arsenal on a free transfer at the end of the season, the London club reports on its website. The 26-year-old midfielder has an expiring contract.
Pelova came from 2023 Ajax and has since played 87 games for Arsenal. During that period, in which she struggled with an injury for a long time, she scored six goals.
With Arsenal she won the Club World Cup and the League Cup twice. Last year, coach Renée Slegers’ team won the Champions League.
Arsenal is in third place in the English league, where Manchester City secured the championship last week.
Talks between Mourinho and Real Madrid have started
Real Madrid does not appear to be continuing with Álvaro Arbeloa as coach after this season. José Mourinho is frequently mentioned as his successor. According to Fabrizio Romano, talks between Mourinho’s agent Jorge Mendes and Real Madrid have started.
Mourinho, currently coach of Benficawould like to return to Real Madrid. The 63-year-old Portuguese was already at the helm of the Bernabéu from 2010 to 2013. Benfica would like to keep Mourinho, but there is a limit buyout clause in his contractwhich expires in mid-2027. However, the clause applies until May 31. Real will therefore have to act quickly.
Chicago Fire wants to sign Lewandowski
Robert Lewandowski is end of contract with FC Barcelona and several clubs are after the 37-year-old Polish striker. Chicago Fire made him an offer. Director Gregg Broughton said this at the English radio station talkSPORT. In addition to the American club, AC Milan and Juventus are also reportedly interested in Lewandowski.
Sjoerd Ars technical manager at FC Dordrecht
FC Dordrecht has appointed Sjoerd Ars as technical manager. The 42-year-old Achterhoeker will support general manager Hans de Zeeuw on a technical level. Ars, who has signed a contract for one season, will start immediately. Read more here.
Arsenal also want Barcola
Arsenal are in the race for the signature of Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola. The French attacker is also on the wish list Liverpool and FC Barcelona. Sky Sports reports this. Arsenal sees Barcola as an ideal, talented reinforcement for the left flank.
Barcola is 23 years old not a fixed value at PSG, but he is making his mark in Ligue 1 this season. In 26 matches he scored 10 goals and 2 assists.
PSV wants to rent Land again
PSV also wants to rent out Tygo Land next season. The talented midfielder is playing on loan at FC Groningen this season and is enjoying it there. He does not appear to be in PSV’s plans for next season. Joël Drommel, currently on loan to Sparta, is likely to leave are sold.
Brighton extends trainer’s contract
Brighton has the contract of head coach Fabian Hürzeler extended. The 33-year-old German signs a contract until 2029. Hürzeler switched to the English club in 2024, after securing promotion to the Bundesliga with St. Pauli. Brighton are currently eighth in the Premier League and are in the fight for European football.
Reus will be assistant coach at SC Cambuur next year
SC Cambuur has appointed Dennis Reus as assistant coach. The 34-year-old Reus will join the technical staff of head coach Johan Plat next season, the club from Leeuwarden reports on its website.
Last month it was announced that Plat (39) Henk de Jong succeeds as head coach of the first team. De Jong remains part of the staff in the role of assistant.
Reus and Plat previously worked together at FC Volendam and the Spanish CD Castellón. Reus also previously held a position at Ajax’s youth academy.
Cambuur finished this season as second in the first division and has been promoted directly to the premier league.
Mark Diemers leaves Cambuur
The newly promoted SC Cambuur enters the Premier League without Mark Diemers. Negotiations between the club and the 32-year-old captain have failed, the Leeuwarder Courant reports.
Diemers and Cambuur had been negotiating with each other for some time. The midfielder presented a second offer for one year with an option for another year, this season 9 goals and 14 assistsnext to him.
