Man Utd’s Mbappe talks, Arsenal’s Havertz bid and Liverpool’s Thuram snag: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Hancock
Tom Hancock
  • 14 Jun 2023 22:34 BST
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Sheikh Jassim wants to sign Kylian Mbappe for Manchester United
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It’s been another gripping day on the transfer front, so let’s bring you up to speed with all the key stories from Wednesday, June 14…

Mbappe to Man Utd?

The Manchester United takeover saga is still ongoing, but prospective owner Sheikh Jassim has been in touch with Kylian Mbappe regardless, FootballTransfers exclusively revealed today.

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United’s Mount bid rebuffed

Man Utd appear to have failed with their first approach for Mason Mount, though: Chelsea are said to have rejected a £40m offer for the England midfielder.

Arsenal want Havertz

Staying in the Premier League but turning our attention to Arsenal, the Gunners appear to be seriously considering a swoop for Chelsea forward Kai Havertz – but they could face stiff competition.

Liverpool’s Thuram delay

Meanwhile, Liverpool may have to bide their time in their pursuit of Khephren Thuram: FootballTransfers understands that Nice are keen for a bidding war to ensue.

MORE: Premier League 2023/24 summer transfers | All the Done Deals

Chelsea’s Onana plan

Back down to London now, and four players are reportedly being considered by Chelsea as potential makeweights in an effort to bring Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana to Stamford Bridge.

Kroos destroys Hazard

As for an ex-Chelsea player, Eden Hazard has come in for some rather fierce criticism from Real Madrid teammate Toni Kroos for ‘letting his career rest’ since joining the Spanish giants.

Lukaku’s lucrative offer

And how about a current Chelsea player who could be on his way out? Romelu Lukaku has been linked with a mega-money switch to Saudi outfit Al-Hilal after they failed to land Lionel Messi.

Mbappe backs Messi

Finishing with more Mbappe – who just can’t stay out of the headlines right now – the PSG superstar has hit out at fans for booing Lionel Messi towards the end of his time with the Ligue 1 champions.

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