Manchester United handed major transfer boost in pursuit of Barcelona target; Liverpool close in on promising teenager; Arsenal sweating over key star's future - latest transfer gossip

United's de Ligt delight

The Express claim Manchester United have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Ajax captain Matthjis de Ligt.

De Ligt had been expected to join Barcelona like his teammate Frenkie de Jong, yet the Nou Camp outfit may not be willing to meet his wage demands.

That has left the door open to United to try and hijack the deal.

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Reds close in on Cardoso

The Express claim Liverpool are closing in on promising Sporting youngster Andre Cardoso.

The 18-year-old is yet to make an appearance for the Portuguese side but is highly rated by their youth set up.

He should slot into the Reds' academy.

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Arsenal fearful over Lacazette

The Standard claim Arsenal are fearful that Alexandre Lacazette will consider his options this summer should they fail to qualify for the Champions League.

After missing out on the top four, the only way the Gunners can make the Champions League is by beating Chelsea in the Europa League final.

Yet if they don't, they will face Europa League football again next season.