Lionel Messi stops Barcelona from signing Premier League superstar, Liverpool want prized Real Madrid asset and more Premier League transfer news: May 8, 2019

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Bernardo Silva hopes Kompany signs a new deal

Vincent Kompany scored a golazo against Leicester City to give the Etihad outfit a major win. With that, the Manchester outfit need just another win to secure the Premier League title.

Meanwhile, City star Bernardo Silva has heaped praise on Vincent Kompany. The Portuguese claimed that the Belgian deserved the goal and that it could potentially lead to the Citizens to win the Premier League title.

"If anyone deserved that goal it’s him.

"What a player he is for us and for this club. He gave us potentially the three points that could give us the title.”

The Portuguese further praised the defender for his glorious shot and identified him as a role model in the way he carries himself all the time. He is always available to give advice and is also an important figure in the dressing room, the Portuguese further added.

"I don't know what happened in his mind but the way he shot that ball was unbelievable and he got us the three points.

"He's the biggest example. He's our captain. The way he trains, the way he gives us all the advice, the way he welcomed me when I arrived.

"Not only on the pitch, but off the pitch too. His importance in the dressing room.”

Finally, Silva said that he hopes the Belgian stays with the Manchester outfit for a few more years at least.

"What a player, what a captain and hopefully he can stay with us for a few more years."

Kompany’s contract ends after the conclusion of the season, and the fans would be hoping that he signs a new deal.

Gareth Bale to PL is possible

Rayo Vallecano de Madrid v Real Madrid CF - La Liga

Jonathan Barnett, the agent of Gareth Bale, has claimed that a move to the Premier League is possible if a club decides to pay what he deserves. He also stated that he is not sure whether Zinedine Zidane wants to keep his client at Madrid but assured that Bale himself wants to stay and would be happy to see out his contract.

"It certainly is possible if somebody puts their hand in their pocket and pays us what we think he deserves," he said. "You shouldn't ask [how much]; it's going to be a lot of money."

"He wants to stay. I'm not sure that Mr Zidane wants him to stay," Barnett said. "But at the moment, Gareth wants to stay. He's got a contract and he'll quite happily see it out until 2022.”

Meanwhile, Lionel Messi has reportedly stopped Barcelona from signing Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette. Barca were willing to pay €70 million, however, Messi is not sure if he would be a good backup for Luis Suarez.

Story of the day

Real Madrid CF v Villarreal CF - La Liga

And the story of the day goes to the club at the moment: Liverpool. The Anfield outfit beat Barcelona 4-0 to overcome a 3-0 deficit and qualify for the final of the tournament for the second year in a row.

Meanwhile, according to reports from Spain, Klopp seems to be already planning for next season as he is eying a move for Marco Asensio. While Real Madrid want Sadio Mane, Liverpool have put a €200 million price tag on him.

The other option is to put €50 million in cash and swap Marco Asensio, a player that is liked by the German tactician. However, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is not keen on letting Asensio go as he eyes the Spaniard as a future gem for the Blancos.

Meanwhile, Jurgen Klopp hopes to reach an agreement with the Galacticos as he sees tremendous potential in the former Mallorca star.