What the papers say
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has emerged as a surprise target for Manchester United. According to The Daily Telegraph, United are considering a move for the Denmark international, 28, from Tottenham as they look to bolster their midfield options.
United have also spoken to Brentford about defender Rico Henry reports the Daily Mail. The 26-year-old is among the options to replace the injured Luke Shaw.
Chelsea could make a late swoop ahead of the transfer deadline for Arsenal’s England midfielder Emile Smith Rowe, 23, according to the Daily Mail.
The Daily Mail is also linking Chelsea with two targets from Barcelona. Spain forward Ferran Torres, 23, and Brazil winger Raphinha, 26, are said to be on the radar at Stamford Bridge.
Social media round-up
Understand Bayern have now formally approached Chelsea to start talks for Trevoh Chalobah deal 🚨🔴🏴 #CFC
Told Chelsea rejected loan proposal as they insist on permanent transfer.
Talks continue in order to make final decision soon; Inter wait for answers on Pavard deal. 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/xwLxjS7YBn
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 28, 2023
Back to Italy ✈️
Romelu Lukaku will join Roma on loan after the Serie A side agreed a deal with Chelsea
Transfer latest: https://t.co/BFzwQqTaN5 pic.twitter.com/Qg8oSpoIsb
— Mirror Football (@MirrorFootball) August 28, 2023
Players to watch
Johan Bakayoko: Liverpool are keen on PSV Eindhoven’s Belgian winger, 20, with Everton, Burnley and Crystal Palace also interested.
Joe Gomez: The 26-year-old Liverpool defender has become the latest target of Saudi side Al-Ittihad.
