Premier League transfer news: Iniesta to Premier League, Cristiano Ronaldo gives the green light for signing Harry Kane and more - 19 February 2018

Valencia v Barcelona - La Liga
The Premier League to be graced by him?

Hello and welcome to the transfer roundup for today! Once again, a lot of updates regarding Harry Kane and Eden Hazard have been made in the rumour mill today and there are also some new reports.

So, let's begin!


#5 Tottenham and Palace

Tottenham are not going to sit with their hands folded as their rivals strengthen, which is what The Sun believe. According to the report, Tottenham are going in for a £50 million double swoop for two of Watford’s best players: Richarlison and Abdoulaye Doucoure.

Meanwhile, Daily Mail seem to believe that former Liverpool goalkeeper Diego Cavalieri could reunite with former boss Roy Hodgson at Crystal Palace on a free transfer. Despite having reached a deal for Vicente Guaita in the summer, Hodgson wants another goalkeeping option and the Brazilian has emerged as a target.

#4 Arsenal mania

Napoli v RB Leipzig - UEFA Europa League
A towering defender

Quite a few rumours about Arsenal today as Mundo Deportivo claim that they are one of the many clubs interested in Lyon wonderkid, Willem Geubbels, who is only 16 and has attracted many vultures towards him due to his raw talent.

According to Calciomercato, Arsenal have sent scouts to Naples to check out on several players of Napoli, with the main target being their towering centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly. It seems as though Wenger really wants to strengthen his defence, which is why he is not the final defender to be linked with them today,

Apparently, Manchester United have slapped a £25 million tag on Chris Smalling, who is being tracked by Arsene Wenger, say Daily Star.

#3 More departures to La Liga?

Boston Celtics v Philadelphia 76ers
Courtois' family is in Madrid

Despite signing Coutinho, Barcelona still want Christian Eriksen, say Don Balon. Eriksen was apparently the plan B for the Catalans had they failed to sign Philippe Coutinho. However, he could yet be signed according to that report.

Meanwhile, the same news outlet claims that Real Madrid will contact Thibaut Courtois’ agent about the possibility of a move. Should the goalkeeper give his consent, the club shall start negotiations with the Stamford Bridge outfit.

#2 Hazard and Kane saga

Chelsea v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League
Move to Real Madrid on the cards?

Just like every other day, there is an update about Eden Hazard and Harry Kane.

Apparently, according to Don Balon, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has asked Eden Hazard to be patient amid the speculation linking him to Los Blancos.

They also state in the report that his inclusion to the Galacticos could cause a mess in the dressing room because his best position clashes with that of Cristiano Ronaldo, which is why his pursuit perplexes the Portuguese.

Meanwhile, Don Balon also claim that Cristiano Ronaldo has given his approval to the signing of Harry Kane, who apparently wants the presence of another Tottenham player in the Madrid locker room, who could be Toby Alderweireld, as per this report.

#1 Manchester madness

Manchester City v Leicester City - Premier League
Real Madrid reportedly interested

According to the information provided by Diario Gol, Isco has decided that he will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season and the club that keeps in touch the most with him is none other than Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.

Another player that is being linked with the Etihad outfit is Andres Iniesta. According to the same outlet, Andres Iniesta could leave Barcelona after the end of the season and could either move to New York City in the Major League Soccer or Manchester City in the Premiership.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid have shown interest in Kevin De Bruyne and could offer €200 million for him, say Don Balon. Both the player and the manager, however, don’t want it.

Finally, the same outlet claims that Pep Guardiola is looking at Valencia midfielder Carlos Soler in order to strengthen his midfield.

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Edited by Raunak J