Chelsea are understood to be preparing an improved bid of around £70m for the transfer of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott. Numerous sources with ties to the agents industry have confirmed to CaughtOffside that Scott remains a top target for Chelsea this summer. The Blues notably saw a £64m bid for Scott rejected by Bournemouth, who The post Sources: Chelsea to launch improved bid for Alex Scott but still short of Bournemouth’s valuation appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester United have reportedly discussed Igor Thiago internally this summer, but a deal for the Brentford striker would not be straightforward. For now, things are at a very early stage, according to Ben Jacobs on The United Stand, but it seems the Red Devils are admirers of Thiago after his superb form last season. DOWNLOAD The post 25-goal star “discussed” by Man United but another transfer might have to go through first appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Chelsea striker Liam Delap is reportedly a priority target for new Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner, who has instructed the club to make a bid. Delap looks likely to be available this summer after a disappointing first season at Stamford Bridge last term, with the Blues prepared to offload him for around £40m. That’s according The post Manager instructs club to pursue signing of £40m-rated Chelsea star appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester United are reportedly preparing a transfer bid for £60m-rated Newcastle United left-back Lewis Hall. The Red Devils are big admirers of the 21-year-old, who has shone for Newcastle since joining from Chelsea a few years ago. Simon Phillips has reported on Chelsea being keen on re-signing Hall, but now it seems Man Utd could The post Bid prepared: Man United sense opportunity to sign £60m-rated Premier League star appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Manchester City have agreed terms with Ayyoub Bouaddi and are in advanced talks with Lille over a potential £86m transfer deal. The talented young Morocco international is one of the most exciting talents in Europe’s big five leagues at the moment, and looks like an ideal long-term replacement for Man City star Rodri. DOWNLOAD THE The post Terms agreed: Manchester City in advanced talks to sign £86m Rodri replacement appeared first on CaughtOffside.