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Jorginho, Fekir, Deulofeu and Andone Transfer News
Jorginho
Jorgingo’s agent has confirmed that Manchester City have held talks with the Napoli midfielder. Valued at £50 million, City are preparing to swoop should he not fit into Carlo Ancelotti’s plans. His agent indicating this may be the case.
City were previously interested in signing Brazilian midfielder Fred. Unfortunately for Pep Guardiola, he opted instead for rivals Manchester United. Hence, this has directed Guardiola to secure the services of Jorginho.
Nabil Fekir
Nabil Fekir of Lyon is Liverpool’s main transfer target this summer. Negotiations for the £60 million attacking midfielder are expected following this weekend’s Champion’s League Final.
Moreover, the Lyon captain has just been included in France’s 23-man squad for the World Cup. Fekir has scored 23 goals and assisted nine in the 2017/2018 season. He can play in central or attacking midfield, up front, or on the right wing. He will add tenacity and penetration to Liverpool’s midfield.
Gerard Deulofeo
Watford are reportedly hoping to sign Gerard Deulofeo on a permanent basis. The Catalan joined Watford on loan from Barcelona in the January transfer window. The Hornets are thus meeting Deleufeo’s representatives next week, hoping to submit a bid.
However, the winger, who is out of contract at Barcelona next season, has a buy-back clause from Everton in his contract. Deulofeu could return to Everton for the third time doesn’t stay at Watford.
Florin Andone
Florin Andone has agreed to join Brighton and Hove Albion on a five-year deal. Additionally, the striker was plying his trade in Spain with Deportivo La Coruna. Andone will be officially joining in early June, for an undisclosed fee.
Furthermore, the striker has started 16 times for Deportivo this season. The Romanian has scored just seven goals and assisted three. Andone will strengthen Chris Hughton’s attack. Paramount, as Brighton are hoping to maintain their Premier League status.
