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Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva could be set for a surprise Premier League exit this summer after reports have emerged suggesting that he’s been identified as a target for Barcelona.

The Lowdown: Previous exit rumours

The 27-year-old first arrived at the Etihad in a £43m move from Monaco back in 2017, where he’s since gone on to make 251 appearances during his five-year spell at the club so far.

Even though the maestro still has three years remaining on his current contract, which doesn’t expire until 2025, it was revealed last year that the Portuguese wanted to leave the Sky Blues following the conclusion of the 2020/21 season, but he went on to have perhaps his best season in England.

Following a fresh update though, it would appear that the Lisbon-born creative wouldn’t be short of a potential suitor if he was to decide again to leave these shores.

The Latest: Silva looking to leave City

In a new article published by Spanish outlet AS (via Sport Witness), it’s claimed that despite the Camp Nou side being fully focused on securing the signing of Robert Lewandowski, there is another name that is ‘sounding strongly’ at the club, and that is Silva.

The source further states that the chances of a deal happening at this moment in time are still a ‘long way off’, but the Catalans believe that he would be a ‘spectacular reinforcement’ for Xavi’s squad.

The report suggests that Barca would be ‘more than happy’ to welcome his arrival, but could only afford to do so if they were to sell a big name first, as the 66-cap international looks set to cost around €80m (£68.6m).

Silva is believed to be ‘looking to leave’ City this summer, with him having ‘made it clear’ that he’d like to make the move to Spain.

The Verdict: Integral City starter

If the £67.5m-rated talisman were to depart in the coming weeks, it would be a huge loss t Pep Guardiola’s squad.

This season, the midfielder, who was once hailed an “exceptional” player by the Spaniard himself, has recorded 50 outings for City across all competitions, scoring 13 goals and providing seven assists during that time, as per Transfermarkt.

His creativity and control in the middle of the park is one of the main contributing factors as to why the Premier League champions managed to secure the title last month, so the club must do everything within their power to fend off any interest and retain Silva’s services ahead of the start of next campaign.

In other news… a Man City first team starlet has been told that he is free to leave the Etihad this summer.

A transfer update has emerged that may help Rangers to bring back one of their Ibrox loanees from the 2021/22 campaign… 

What’s the talk?

Journalist Fredrik A. Filtvedt has revealed that Amad Diallo may go back out on loan next season.

The attacker is not going to settle for a reserve role and would be willing to seal another temporary move away from Old Trafford, like the one he just had at Ibrox.

Filtvedt Tweeted: “Amad Diallo naturally wants playing time and is open for another loan. Has been in dialogue with Ten Hag, but nothing decided yet.”

Rangers’ own Riyad Mahrez

Ross Wilson can now land Rangers their own version of the Manchester City wizard by bringing the Ivorian back for a second spell, now that they know he would be interested in another loan spell away from his parent club.

England international Luke Shaw once compared him to the Algeria international – who scored 11 goals in 15 Premier League starts last term – as he hailed Amad’s talents, saying:

“He’s a wonderful talent and already a wonderful player so I’m sure fans are looking forward to seeing him on the pitch.

“It was interesting because Harry (Maguire) said to me the other day that he reminds him of Mahrez when he was at Leicester. Really quick, skilful, agility, can turn really quick, got great skills and I would agree with Harry – he does remind me of Mahrez.”

However, he was unable to showcase these qualities to the best of his abilities as he was trying to adapt to the rigours of Scottish football after joining midway through the campaign.

The £28k-per-week magician, who is a left-footed right-winger like Mahrez, managed three goals and zero assists in ten Premiership outings, with two of his strikes coming in his last three matches.

He only produced one goal contribution in his first seven league games but his end to the campaign suggests that he was starting to get to grips with the division. Along with his two goals in the last three matches, he created five chances and completed eight dribbles.

This shows that he was offering a threat in transition and was able to provide quality in both his finishing and his passing in the final third.

Now, imagine what he could do next season with this experience and a full pre-season behind him.

He can develop into Rangers’ own version of Mahrez – scoring and creating goals on his left foot from out wide – as Shaw and Maguire hinted at and that is why Wilson must pursue another loan move for the youngster.

AND in other news, Offer made: Major Rangers transfer development emerges that’ll leave Gvb buzzing…

Leeds United could be set to see Kalvin Phillips wave goodbye to his boyhood club during the current summer transfer window.

What’s the news?

A recent report from The Athletic by Phil Hay, alongside Manchester City journalist Sam Lee, had this to say about the current situation regarding Phillips’ immediate future amid links to Pep Guardiola’s side.

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The report says: “Sources on both sides of the Pennines believe an offer for Phillips from City is coming.

“City visualise a closing agreement of between £45 million and £50 million and there is confidence in Manchester that Phillips would push to take up the opportunity to join them if it’s presented.”

“City would tick the right boxes. It’s a move Phillips would be open to, and a move Leeds would struggle to resist.”

Leeds fans will be gutted

Having only ever played for the Yorkshire club throughout his career, the 26-year-old has made 234 appearances for the Whites across all competitions.

In those appearances, the Englishman has scored 14 goals and delivered 13 assists along the way.

Taking into account just how much Phillips has done for the club and how he’s helped them get into the Premier League after a 16-year absence and helped them stay there over the past two seasons, it’ll surely be gutting for the Leeds fans to see him leave.

To highlight his importance to the team, particularly from a defensive point of view, in the 49 Premier League games he’s played, the 26-year-old has won 87 tackles, made 342 successful pressures, made 103 blocks, 83 interceptions and 89 clearances.

With that in mind, it’s safe to say that without Phillips in their ranks, Leeds could well have been back in the Championship by now.

If the England international were to make a move to the Etihad Stadium this summer, earning the chance to play alongside the likes of Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland, Leeds may have to then rely on reported incoming signing Marc Roca to step into Phillips’s shoes.

While some Leeds fans may be accepting of the prospect that their youth graduate will leave the club to potentially be successful at one of Europe’s top sides, there will undeniably be others that would be heartbroken to not see him donning a Leeds shirt.

In other news: Orta now eyeing Leeds move for “electrifying” £11m starlet, he’s their next Dan James

Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth has now shared an exciting update on West Ham United and their pursuit of Chelsea striker Armando Broja.

The Lowdown: Moyes set for busy summer?

After securing Morocco international Nayef Aguerd, the Irons have shown absolutely no sign of stopping there, and reports suggest that manager David Moyes wants ‘at least’ six new additions in total thos summer.

A very interesting Premier League season could be upon the east Londoners, with GSB and head of recruitment Rob Newman expected to be ‘very busy’ before the start of 2022/23.

Of the targets mentioned, former Southampton loanee Broja is believed to be of serious interest, and Sheth has shared quite the promising update.

The Latest: Sheth makes Broja transfer claim…

According to the reporter, sharing news live-on-air to Sky Sports on Tuesday afternoon, West Ham appear set to make moves concerning the Albania international, who has seemingly been on the Irons’ radar for a long time.

He explained: “Another player, that was emerging yesterday, they expect to make their interest in the Chelsea striker Armando Broja, they expect to make that official soon – is the word that I’ve been told.

“There is a long-standing interest in Broja. West Ham actually tried to sign him in the January transfer window, he of course enjoyed a successful loan spell from Chelsea to Southampton last season.

“His valuation we’re told is upwards of around £25 million.”

The Verdict: Get it done?

Still only 20 years old, Broja has already proven that he can cut among the top flight’s elite, netting six Premier League goals last term, and he even terrorised Moyes’ side in both the FA Cup and top flight earlier this year.

West Ham players and staff were apparently dazzled by the striker’s ability when coming up against him, and we believe that the colossal 6 foot 3 target man could be a major asset for Moyes, especially for a fee of £25m.

Leeds United are closing in on their fourth signing of the summer transfer window as a move for Darko Gyabi edges towards completion…

What’s the word?

The Manchester City starlet is set to undergo a medical at Thorp Arch today (Friday 1st July) ahead of his switch from the Premier League champions, who are expected to sign Whites academy graduate Kalvin Phillips in the region of £45m.

That’s according to Yorkshire Evening Post reporter Graham Smyth in a recent column for the website.

The 18-year-old central midfielder, capped at England U18s level, is expected to cost around £5m and will soon link up for pre-season training in a bid to fight for a place in Jesse Marsch’s first team.

Marsch will see the potential

Whilst the Yorkshire side and the American head coach are losing one of their standout performers to somewhat a top-flight rival, they are getting a hugely promising talent in return.

Marsch has expertise in developing young players, largely seen during his spell at RB Salzburg, where he coached the likes of Erling Haaland, Patson Daka, Takumi Minamino, Dominik Szoboszlai, Brenden Aaronson and many more.

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Therefore, the task at hand of evolving Gyabi into a future star is one which will excite the former RB Leipzig boss. In the Man City gem, he’ll be getting some player.

The teenager has become something of a stalwart for the U18s and U23s at the Etihad Campus, registering 39 appearances across the two teams since his move from Millwall in 2018.

Gyabi has been lauded as an “exceptional young player” by former Lions manager Neil Harris, as well as a “wonderful talent” by professional football coach Harry Brooks, who also claimed:

“He will have made his Premier League debut by the end of the season, I have zero doubts. If you’re building an ideal number 8 in a lab, you’d come up with something like him.”

If that turns out to be the case, then he could well be the long-term heir to Phillips’ throne in west Yorkshire, though it’ll be on Marsch to achieve such a feat, something he will undoubtedly relish.

AND in other news, “It’s understood..”: Beren Cross drops big Leeds transfer update, Victor Orta must act…

West Bromwich Albion have been handed a boost by boss Steve Bruce, who has issued a positive update on his squad.

What’s the word?

That is according to a report from BirminghamMail who claim that the vast majority of Bruce’s squad are in “ship shape” and are slowly building up fitness levels before their pre-season friendly campaign which begins next Monday.

As per the report, the Albion squad are in the Portimao region of Portugal in pre-season camp, with Bruce and his staff watching the players closely.

And the boss has issued a positive update that will please the WBA faithful. As per BirminghamMail, Bruce said:

“Dike is okay, Mowatt is okay, Bartley not for the first week at least, and Kean Bryan is still a few weeks away from joining in with us,” Bruce explained.

“We set up a training camp in Portugal and took my staff out there with the physios. Dike and Zohore both did a couple of weeks, so did Townsend, so did Mowatt, so they’ve got themselves in good nick.

“The only ones missing are Bartley and Kean.”

Supporters will be buzzing

West Bromwich Albion look to be serious about achieving their ambition of Premier League promotion this season.

You can see this from their movement in the transfer market, as well as the reports surrounding their pre-season preparation.

But from the update issued by Bruce, perhaps the biggest news for supporters, aside from new signings in Jed Wallace and John Swift joining up with the squad, is the status of Dike.

The 22-year-old American is highly rated and has proven himself in all three full seasons of his career, scoring 28 goals in that time frame.

Essentially, it’s a case of where there is game time, there is most certainly goals for Dike, and he has not been afforded the former due to an unfortunate situation with a hamstring problem that ruled him out for the majority of the campaign.

As such, he has not had a chance to prove his worth at The Hawthorns, but the latest developments from Bruce, who was careful with his minutes at the end of the season, paints a positive picture for supporters who will be eager to see him bagging goals on the regular across the upcoming campaign.

AND in other news: Journalist drops big 8-word West Brom transfer claim that supporters will hate 

An update has emerged on Newcastle United and their pursuit of Santos teenager Angelo Gabriel in the summer transfer window…

What’s the talk?

According to Brazilian outlet Globo, the Magpies are in talks over a deal to sign the Brazilian teenager ahead of the 2022/23 campaign after failing in an initial bid to sign him for £17m.

Magpies reporter Mark Douglas has relayed the report, Tweeting: “Interesting report from Globo that Steve Nickson travelled to Brazil to start negotiations for 17-year-old Santos striker Angelo. Fast, skillful Brazil under-17 striker tracked by Barca, Liverpool & Real Madrid. NUFC proposed €20m but rejected. Long-term target.”

The reporter added: “NUFC clearly trying to make an impact in South American market. Nickson has great contacts in Brazil & NUFC have Bruno & Joelinton to act as cheerleaders now too….”

Neymar 2.0

By securing a deal to bring Gabriel to St. James’ Park this summer, Newcastle could be landing the new version of PSG superstar Neymar.

The former Barcelona man and current Brazil international also came up through the ranks at Santos as a skilful winger and scored 70 goals in 134 games for the club before making his way over to Europe.

He has since scored 205 times and assisted 136 for Barcelona and PSG combined, along with 74 goals in 119 caps for his country, proving himself to be a consistently brilliant forward at the top level.

Neymar began his journey as a teenager at Santos and that is the position that Gabriel is in now. Despite not turning 18 until December, the £9m-rated gem has already racked up 74 first-team appearances and chipped in with two goals and four assists – showing that he is trusted to play on a regular basis in spite of his lack of experience.

The 17-year-old phenomenon has been called up by Brazil at U16 and U17 level and is clearly making big strides in his career at such a young age. Newcastle have been impressed by what they have seen of him and Santos believe that he is worth more than £17m, which shows how highly they rate the young talent.

It remains to be seen whether or not he will go on to be anywhere near as good as Neymar Europe but he is showing very promising signs at a young age, just like the PSG man did at the same club.

The Magpies must now work hard to reach an agreement to snap him up so that Eddie Howe can, hopefully, coach him into becoming Newcastle’s own version of the £200m Brazilian magician for many years to come.

AND in other news, PIF plotting NUFC swoop to sign “sensational” £60m “baller”, imagine him & Botman…

Southampton are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich defender Chris Richards this summer and the USA international could be a superb addition to Ralph Hasenhuttl’s squad.

What’s the word?

A number of Premier League sides, including Southampton, Crystal Palace and Leeds United are said to be interested in signing the 22-year-old this summer after an impressive loan spell with Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga.

According to journalist Ben Jacobs:

“Sources tell me Marsch [Leeds manager] is still considering USMNT defender Chris Richards, though nothing beyond that yet. Interest from Southampton and Palace plus a number of Spanish clubs also considering a move.”

Ralph would love him

Southampton’s transfer policy this summer has been clear to see.

Gavin Bazunu, Romeo Lavia, Armel Bella-Kotchap, Mateusz Lis and Joe Aribo have all joined the club, with the latter the oldest at just 25 years old.

Hasenhuttl is also evidently looking to overhaul a defence that shipped 67 goals in the Premier League last season, the fourth-most of any side in the top-flight.

A new ‘keeper and centre-back has already arrived at St Mary’s, and Richards could be another young defensive option capable of improving the Austrian’s backline.

The Bayern Munich man, who has also featured at right-back and left-back in his career, has been limited to just ten senior appearances for the Bundesliga giants since signing from FC Dallas, but made 21 appearances in a loan spell at Hoffenheim last season.

WhoScored suggests that Richards’ main strengths include aerial duels, passing and tackling, which is everything you want from a modern centre-back.

The 22-year-old has earned praise from USA manager Gregg Berhalter, who said:

“Chris is one of our central defenders of the future. I like his development very much. I find the cooperation between Bayern and the USSF to be outstanding. Together we’re trying to develop a great player from a great talent.”

Therefore, it seems clear that Richards has a bright future and given Hasenhuttl’s preference for developing young players, he would surely love to bring the American to St Mary’s this summer.

AND, in other news: Ralph can unearth his next £30m gem as Saints plot bid for “unbelievable” £10m target

A teasing Newcastle United claim has emerged on the club’s plans for the rest of the summer transfer window…

What’s the talk?

Journalist Jacque Talbot has revealed that the Magpies are in the market to strengthen their options in the middle of the park.

The reporter has stated that they want to bring in a player with potential and may wait until the latter end of August to do business.

He told GIVEMESPORT: “There’s been some murmurs about a central midfielder [at Newcastle].

“They’re looking for a very young talent and if there’s one available, who can come in for a little bit of money, they’d do that towards the end of the window.”

Supporters will be delighted

This claim will leave Eddie Howe and the Toon Army delighted as they will surely be keen to see a talented young central midfielder arrive ahead of next season.

He already has Joelinton, Joe Willock, Jonjoe Shelvey, Bruno Guimaraes, and Sean Longstaff at his disposal and adding a young prospect to the mix is an exciting thought.

One player who has been linked with a move to St. James’ Park recently is Aston Villa and England U19 gem Carney Chukwuemeka. The Magpies are reportedly eyeing a deal to sign the teenager, who is in the last year of his deal, and he fits the profile of player Talbot believes they want.

At the age of 18, he is a ‘very young talent’ and he is seemingly available as Villa do not want to risk losing him on a free transfer next summer. This means that he could be the player Newcastle are crying out for if they are able to beat other teams to his services ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.

Chukwuemeka would be an exciting addition to the squad and bringing in a prospect with his potential, whether it ends up being him or another target, would leave the supporters and Howe buzzing.

Despite his young age, the Englishman has already racked up 12 outings in the Premier League for Villa and registered one assist. Talent scout Jacek Kulig called him a “superstar in the making” recently and this, along with his involvement in Steven Gerrard’s team, highlights his scope for development.

Howe would surely be keen to work with such a promising young player to help them fulfil their potential whilst making an impact on the pitch for Newcastle, which is why he will be delighted by Talbot’s claim.

AND in other news, “Too expensive..”: Craig Hope drops NUFC transfer claim that’ll have supporters gutted…

An update has emerged regarding Newcastle United’s interest in Roger Fernandes in the summer transfer window…

What’s the talk?

According to A Bola (via Football Insider), the Magpies are prepared to make an offer to sign the teenage Portuguese attacker ahead of the 2022/23 campaign.

The report claims that Atletico Madrid are plotting a bid to sign the youngster but that the Toon are able to gazump the fee that the La Liga club can send Braga’s away.

It is stated that the player has a release clause of €40m (£34m), but the report gives no indication as to how much Newcastle are willing to offer for the 16-year-old.

Miguel Almiron upgrade

By landing the talented youngster, the Magpies could land an upgrade on one of their underperforming players in Miguel Almiron.

The Paraguay international has quite simply not been good enough for the club. In the Premier League last term, the winger scored one goal and failed to register a single assist in 30 games, starting 19.

He averaged an unimpressive SofaScore rating of 6.68 and created 0.6 chances per game as he struggled to make a meaningful impact at the top of the pitch.

Meanwhile, Roger has already shown glimpses of his quality in Braga’s first team, scoring three goals in 11 outings for the club at senior level. This came after he managed five goals and one assist in 15 matches for their under-23s last season.

Talent scout Jacek Kulig dubbed him one of Braga’s “interesting” talents and he was called a “wonder-kid” by journalist Jacque Talbot, which is backed up by his progression at such a young age.

The gem can play on either wing and has shown that he has the quality to make an impact in the final third. At the age of 16, Eddie Howe can help him to hone his skills and develop more consistency in his game as he gains more experience at the top level, with his form for Braga suggesting that he has the ability to become a useful player.

If he can fulfill his potential and continue to score goals from out wide, he would arrive at Newcastle as an upgrade on Almiron, who has shown that he does not offer much of a threat in the final third.

Roger is 12 years younger than the former Atlanta United man and is a player that the Magpies can nurture over the course of numerous seasons to come, which means that he could be an upgrade on Almiron now and for many years in the future.

AND in other news, Ashworth can seal “exciting” signing as NUFC eye swoop for £20m “generational talent”…