Transfer News and Rumours: 8th June, 2016

New twist on James’ future

Premier League

Manchester United confirmed the signing of 22-year-old centre-back Eric Bailly from Villarreal as the Ivorian became Jose Mourinho's first signing this season. With so many rumours regarding the impending transfer of Zlatan Red Devils’ fans will be relieved the club have secured their first signing.

– According to The Sun Chelsea’s Nemanja Matic has told Antonio Conte he wants to leave the club and join rivals Manchester United. Matic had a poor season in 2015/16 and lost his first team place to John Obi Mikel. It will be a big blow if he does leave the Londoners.

– Another report from The Sun informs us that Arsenal are set to announce the signing of Nigerian teenage sensation Kelechi Nwakali. The 18-year-old will make the move from the Diamond football academy in his hometown for a reported fee of £3 million. They are also reportedly close to signing Bolton’s young defender Rob Holding according to Express.

Ruben Neves the teenage captain of Porto is being lined up up Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool. The young man has made a name for himself and is rated as one of the best talents in Europe. According to Portuguese paper Record, Porto will demand £31million for the 19-year-old

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