Here are the top stories going around in the footballing world.
Barcelona interested in Lautaro Martinez
Lautaro Martínez is marked by Barça as the successor of Luis Suárez. Barça considered to use his release clause in the summer, but due to Suarez injury, they want an agreement now for a loan with mandatory purchase. It’s a certainty that they will go for the player.
Eriksen to Inter done
Inter Milan and Tottenham have come to a full agreement on the transfer of Christian Eriksen. He will arrive in Italy this weekend to sign his contract and complete his medical.
Monaco interested in Dries Mertens
AS Monaco wants to sign Dries Mertens, free at the end of the season. The Monegasque club offers him an annual salary of € 5 million + bonuses, + a signing bonus of € 5 million. (Corriere dello Sport)
Dortmund looking to add Emre Can to squad
Borussia Dorrmund want to close Emre Can. They will offer €18M, but Juventus ask more. Talks ongoing. For him is ready a contract until 2024.
Stat of the day
Top club scorers over the past five seasons:
1- Messi: 208 Goals
2- Lewandowski: 194 Goals
3- Ronaldo: 184 Goals
4- Suárez: 166 Goals
5- Aubameyang: 157 Goals
Quote of the day
Rio Ferdinand: “£600m has been spent on this squad and the best players this season have been home grown talent. That speaks volumes about the recruitment. It tells you how shoddy it has been.”
