As the reshuffle at Old Trafford continues, the latest name to be linked with a move to Manchester United is Mats Hummels. The Daily Mail have reported that a fee has been agreed with Borussia Dortmund for the defender. This, however, contrasts with comments from the German club’s manager, Jurgen Klopp, who seemed to dismiss the rumour.
When Dejan Lovren stated recently that his head was already at Anfield, many people deemed a move to Liverpool to be an inevitability. According to the Liverpool Echo, said transfer is edging closer as the Reds continue to discuss a deal for the centre-back with Southampton. Once those negotiations are completed, however, Brendan Rodgers must address issues regarding one of his current defenders.
Players come and go in football. Sometimes they even come back. Returns can be low-key, especially if it is just a former right-back rejoining to provide a bit of cover. A club being reunited with a striker who scored 157 goals for them, however, is a completely different story. Chelsea are the lucky side to be linked with such a real-life fairy tale.
Having spent last season on loan at Derby in the Championship, Liverpool youngster Andre Wisdom is set to continue playing his football in the Midlands but at a higher level. According to Sky Sports, the defender will join West Brom for the upcoming season, with the Reds hoping he will be able to gain vital Premier League experience with Alan Irvine’s side.
The loss of Luis Suarez is going to affect Liverpool next season. Exactly how much it affects them depends on the actions they take prior to the transfer window slamming shut on the opening day of September.
Manchester United’s defence is on area that looks set for a major reshuffle this season. Long-serving centre-backs Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic have already left the club, and Patrice Evra is rumoured to be another possible departure. According to former Red Devils defender Paul McGrath, one man who could fit in well in the side’s backline is Aston Villa’s Ron Vlaar.
The latest player to be linked with a move to Old Trafford is someone who could not only provide competition for the Red Devils’ left-back spot but who is also capable of playing in their problem position of central midfield. This news would no doubt be welcomed by Manchester United fans, especially given the recent announcement of an injury to Michael Carrick.
With better forwards blocking his way into Liverpool’s starting lineup, Fabio Borini was given the opportunity for regular gametime at Sunderland last season. The Italian striker spent the entire campaign on loan at the Black Cats, featuring 40 times in all competitions and scoring 10 goals. According to Sky Sports, he may have done enough to earn himself a permanent move to the Stadium of Light.