Wednesday Transfer News Updates

Al-Hilal make bold play for Fernandes as City chase Cherki and Sane eyes Premier League return

Saudi giants Al-Hilal have tabled an offer for Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes, giving the 30-year-old Portuguese star just 72 hours to respond. (Mail)

Manchester City have joined the hunt for Lyon wonderkid Rayan Cherki. The 21-year-old French midfielder, also on the radar of Liverpool and Chelsea, is attracting serious Premier League interest. (Telegraph – subscription)

Newcastle striker Callum Wilson, 33, could be set for a summer move, with Everton now challenging Leeds United for the veteran England forward, who’s approaching free agency. (Sun)

Tottenham Hotspur have been approached over a potential deal for Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane. The 29-year-old Germany international is heading for free agency next month. (Sky Sports)

Liverpool boss Arne Slot is keen to hold on to Dutch attacker Cody Gakpo, 26, despite Bayern Munich’s growing interest. (Mirror)

Aston Villa are closing in on Feyenoord’s teenage striker Zepiqueno Redmond. The 18-year-old Dutch talent is expected to join on a free this summer. (Sky Sports)

Arsenal have reportedly submitted a £59m bid for Sporting CP’s Swedish forward Viktor Gyokeres after holding talks with his representatives in Lisbon. (Correio da Manha – in Portuguese)

Manchester United have reached an agreement in principle with Ipswich Town for English striker Liam Delap and are now waiting on the 21-year-old’s decision. (ESPN)

The Red Devils are also leading the race to land Southampton’s promising 16-year-old defender Harley Emsden-James, although they face stiff competition from Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal. (Mail)

Meanwhile, Cristiano Ronaldo could be on the move again. The 40-year-old icon is expected to leave Al-Nassr and sign with a new club ahead of the Club World Cup in the U.S. this June. (Telegraph – subscription)