Transfer News: United close in on Varane, Terry leaves Aston Villa

There's an agreement between United and Real Madrid for Frenchman Raphael Varane and the club will now complete his signing. (Photo credit: Sky Sports)

We’ll update the list from time to time as news emerge from leading transfer news outlets across the world of football

 

Lacazette off to Atletico?

With just one year left on his contract and Arsenal being adamant against an extension, Alexander Lacazette is on his way out of the Emirates and he just might link up with Diego Simeone at Atletico Madrid.

The Gunners have been rumored to be interested in Chelsea’s Tammy Abraham, a move for the young Blue will only make sense if the duo of Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah leave, the coming days will be very busy at the Emirates.

 

Varane to Manchester United almost done?

News broke out Monday morning that Manchester United and Real Madrid have reached an agreement on the transfer of French defender Raphael Varane and the Old Trafford side will now work on completing the transfer.

United have struggled in the absence of a left sided center back and have made one a priority since the start of the window, Real Madrid will now lose their first choice center back options having lost Sergio Ramos to PSG earlier in the month.

 

Bryan Gil joins Tottenham

Sevilla winger Bryan Gil has joined Tottenham Hotspur from Sevilla for a fee in the region of €25m although it involves Erik Lamela heading the other way.

The Spaniard (Gil) is highly rated and was part of the Sevilla team that ruffled feathers last season and is expected to bring same energy to Spurs.

Spurs announced in a tweet: “Thank you agent @Sergio-regui, Welcome Bryan Gil”

 

John Terry leaves Aston Villa

Chelsea legend John Terry has left Aston Villa as an assistant to Dean Smith, the club has announced.

John Terry was part of the coaching staff of Aston Villa from their days in the Championship and was instrumental, first for their survival upon return and then their heroic showing last season.

Terry’s next move is unknown but there are rumors that he is heading to an unnamed club as head coach in the Championship.

 

Westham shortlist three to replace Lingard

Jesse Lingard isn’t coming back, David Moyes knows this and has now identified three possible replacements, by the way he wants at least two from the three, their names: Mattheus Perreira from Westbrom, Ross Barkley from Chelsea and Alex Oxlade Chamberlain from Liverpool.

The Brazilian already has an agreement in principle with the Hammers and will join on a loan with an obligation to buy for €25m but the club will open talks with the other two this week.