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The Athletic have now revealed that Chelsea are also admirers of Porro, although their interest is ‘less advanced’ than their London rivals.
Chelsea could attempt to gazump Tottenham in the race for Sporting Lisdon defender Pedro Porro.
Spurs have been heavily linked with the 23-year-old right-back but are reluctant to meet his €45million (£39.9m) release clause.
Celtic exit pending for Giakoumakis
Celtic striker Giorgos Giakoumakis has agreed terms with Sampdoria ahead of a potential move to Italy.
The Greek frontman could now be heading to Serie A after losing his way in Glasgow.
Newcastle tipped to make Maguire move
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has backed Newcastle United to make a move for United centre-back Harry Maguire.
The England defender was heavily linked with a move to Aston Villa last weekend, reports that were quickly laughed off by the club.
However, with a regular starting berth not having been as forthcoming as he would have liked this season, speculation about Maguire’s Old Trafford future is currently rife.
KUOL SET FOR HEARTS LOAN
The Shields Gazette reports that Garang Kuol is close to joins Hearts on loan for the remainder of the season.
Kuol arrived at Newcastle from Central Coast Mariners this month, but is set for a temporary switch to the Scottish Premiership for more experience.
Promising youngster ‘set to reject’ Liverpool
Andreas Schjelderup is reportedly set to reject Liverpool for the second time in favour of a move to Benfica.
The 18-year-old has shone in the Danish league scoring 10 goals in 17 games, thus far. According to reports in Norway, he will travel to Portugal to negotiate the final details.
Done Deals
Houston Dynamo FC sign two-time MLS Cup winner Franco Escobar
Houston Dynamo FC signed defender Franco Escobar as a free agent through the 2024 season plus a club option for 2025, the club announced today.
Bristol Rovers defender Alfie Kilgour seals move away after 17 years with the Gas
Alfie Kilgour’s 17-year association with Bristol Rovers has come to an end, joining Mansfield Town on a permanent deal for an undisclosed fee.
The centre-back, a product of the club’s academy, made more than 100 appearances for his boyhood club, but he has found himself out of favour under Joey Barton this season.
