Transfer Talk of August 8: Napoli replaces Kim, Liverpool struggles to add Labia; Gonzalo Ramos moves to Paris Saint-Germain

Posted : 08 August 2023

The 39-year-old midfielder is set to join Ras Al Khaimah on a one-year contract, with an option for extension, for an €80 million fee. Napoli has found a replacement for Kim, but Liverpool faces difficulties in adding Labia to their team.

The transfer of Gonzalo Ramos from Benfica to Paris Saint-Germain has been confirmed. The French champions will pay €80 million, with €15 million in bonuses. Ramos will be on loan for the upcoming year with a purchase obligation due to financial fair play restrictions. He has already completed medical tests and been introduced to the team.

Inter has officially signed goalkeeper Jan Sommer from Bayern Munich for around €6 million. Sommer is replacing Andre Onana for Manchester United and has committed to the team until 2026.

Gianluca Scamacca's brief stint in England has come to an end. West Ham has announced his sale to Atalanta, who will reportedly pay €25 million upfront and an additional €14 million in bonuses.

Elyakim Mengele, after not finding a team throughout the last season, has joined Estoril in Portugal's top division. It's worth noting that Mengele made eight appearances for the French national team and was previously bought by Manchester City for €10 million.

Napoli has secured Brazilian midfielder Nathan from Red Bull Bragantino for €22 million, bolstering their defensive lineup.

Juventus has loaned 2027-year-old French winger Marley Aketo to Udinese. He spent the latter part of the previous season on loan to Dijon, which was relegated to the third division in France.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles, who departed from Arsenal after the end of his contract, has signed as a free agent with Lyon. His contract details were not provided.

Andres Iniesta, far from retiring, is expected to sign with Ras Al Khaimah of the United Arab Emirates. This comes after a five-year stint with Japan's Vissel Kobe. Iniesta will sign until the summer of 2024, with an option to extend until the summer of 2025.

Liverpool's third bid for Romeo's father has been rejected. Southampton is unwilling to release the midfielder for less than £50 million and has turned down an offer of £46 million from Liverpool.

Alvaro Morata has spoken to Diego Simeone and agreed to stay at Atletico Madrid. He has been offered a contract extension until 2027, one year longer than his current agreement.

West Ham, the only Premier League team yet to make a signing in this window, is close to acquiring Mexican midfielder Edson Alvarez from Ajax in a deal that could reach €40 million, including bonuses. Alvarez is expected to sign a five-year deal with the Conference League holders.

Manchester City has offered a new contract to Bernardo Silva, indicating his intention to stay rather than pursue a move to Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, or the Saudi league.

Arsenal has turned down an offer from Monaco for Folarin Balogun. Interest from Inter Milan remains, but the situation is uncertain due to financial considerations.

Paris Saint-Germain is interested in Bradley Barcola from Lyon, despite Lyon's rejection of a €30 million + bonuses offer. Additionally, Randal Kolo Muani is keen to move to Paris Saint-Germain, but Frankfurt's demand of €100 million + bonuses presents a hurdle.

Joao Felix is considering a move away from Atletico Madrid. Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal has approached him, offering a loan for one season and allowing him time to decide. Felix is more inclined toward a move to Barcelona or another European team.

Bayern Munich and PSV Eindhoven are reportedly in advanced talks over Malik Tillmann. The American attacking midfielder, who was loaned to Rangers last season, is expected to go on loan to PSV Eindhoven for €12 million, with an option to buy for €14-10 million in a year.

Benfica is anticipated to complete the acquisition of Shakhtar Donetsk goalkeeper Anatoly Trubin for €40 million, including bonuses. The deal will also include a percentage for Shakhtar from Trubin's future sale.

Nottingham Forest has reached an agreement with Arsenal over the transfer of Matt Turner, making way for David Raya's arrival from Brentford.

Piotr Zieliński's absence from Napoli's squad has raised speculation about his move to Saudi Arabia's Al Ahly, which seems likely unless unexpected developments occur.

Roma defender Roger Ibáñez is set to join Al Ahly after undergoing a medical examination. Al Ahly will pay €28 million + €3-4 million in bonuses for the 24-year-old Brazilian.

AC Milan midfielder Charles De Catala is expected to join Atalanta in the next two days. Atalanta is resisting selling Toon Koopmeiners to Napoli.

Dutch defender Mickey van de Ven is undergoing medical tests at Tottenham Hotspur ahead of signing a deal until 2028. Wolfsburg will receive around €50 million for him.

Lucas Beltran, the top scorer of Argentine champions River Plate, is moving to Fiorentina in a deal valued at around €25 million.

The acquisition of Beltran is expected to be funded by Fiorentina through the sale of Arthur Cabral. Benfica has agreed to pay €20 million upfront and up to €5 million in bonuses for the Brazilian striker.

Despite offers from Saudi Arabia, Willian will stay at Fulham for another season.

Transfer Talk of August 8: Napoli replaces Kim, Liverpool struggles to add Labia; Gonzalo Ramos moves to Paris Saint-Germain

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