Transfer Gossip: Lukaku, Rudiger, Pickford

Sport360 staff 09:30 09/05/2017
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  • Romelu Lukaku.

    With only a few weeks to go until the end of the season, transfer gossip is beginning to gather pace!

    Here, we look at three key transfers that could happen this summer as clubs and players alike look for new moves and opportunities.

    Will any of the following deals happen?

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    ROMELU LUKAKU

    Chelsea could miss out on re-signing Romelu Lukaku in the summer.

    The Everton striker, who is refusing to sign a new deal at Goodison Park, is wanted by his former club, but the Sun claim he is put off by Antonio Conte’s style of play and could consider a move to Manchester United.

    RATING: 5/10

    SPORT360 VERDICT: With a high work-rate demanded under Conte’s style – requiring pressing and defensive work from his strikers – the Belgian could struggle if he re-signs at Stamford Bridge. However, if Zlatan Ibrahimovic leaves Manchester United this summer, except Lukaku to seriously consider a move to Old Trafford.

    Romelu Lukaku.

    Romelu Lukaku.

    ANTONIO RUDIGER

    Staying at Stamford Bridge and the Sun also report Conte could be ready to splash the cash on Belgium midfielder Radja Nainggolan and Germany defender Antonio Rudiger for a total of £70million.

    However, if the Express are to be believed Conte will not be at Stamford Bridge next season.

    They say the Italian is being lined up to become Barcelona’s new manager, with the LaLiga club still yet to announce a replacement for Luis Enrique.

    RATING: 5/10

    SPORT360 VERDICT: The Roma pair are clearly in high demand after a stunning season in Serie A, but Nainggolan’s asking price of £34 million could prove too much for the Chelsea coach. On the other hand, Rudiger has emerged as one of the best centre-backs in Italy and could be the ideal replacement for John Terry.

    Antonio Rudiger.

    Antonio Rudiger.

    JORDAN PICKFORD

    The Telegraph are reporting that five clubs are monitoring Sunderland goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.

    Arsenal, Everton, Manchester City, Manchester United, Liverpool and West Ham are all keeping tabs on Pickford, who could be allowed to leave for £25million following Sunderland’s relegation.

    RATING: 9/10

    SPORT360 VERDICT: The Englishman is emerging as one of the stand-out goalkeepers in the Premier League. Despite Sunderland battling relegation again, the 23-year-old has been sensational at the Stadium of Light and is being tipped as future England No1. With significant leadership qualities, Pickford could be exactly what be a long-term star at one of the top clubs next season.

    Jordan Pickford.

    Jordan Pickford.

    What else is going on…

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