Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe willing to consider switch to Premier League side Arsenal – Paper Round

The Mirror reports that Kylian Mbappe would consider joining Arsenal because it would allow him to copy his idol Thierry Henry.

The Paris Saint-Germain striker could be on his way out of Ligue 1 in the summer, with his contract due to expire at the end of the season – although Real Madrid are strong favourites to capture his signature.

“The France forward, 25, is once again the subject of intense transfer speculation after entering the final year of his contract at Paris Saint-Germain, although it remains to be seen whether or not he will actually leave the Ligue 1 champions.

“Mbappe was courted relentlessly by Real Madrid back in 2022 before deciding against a move to the Bernabeu at the eleventh hour. Los Blancos are still in the frame for his signature, but it’s been claimed in recent weeks that Mbappe is also open to other avenues of interest.”

Tottenham will reportedly return to Chelsea for Conor Gallagher if the midfielder does not sign a new contract.

The 24-year-old will have a year left to run on his deal this summer, and Chelsea will not want to lose him for nothing.

“And Chelsea face a ‘nightmare’ dilemma over a player who could have left in the last three transfer windows. According to one expert, the 24-year-old’s transfer value is falling as his contract runs towards its final 12 months, but his salary profile is increasing.

“Chelsea may also find they cannot be so choosy over Gallagher’s potential destination should his contract remain unresolved, having previously encouraged deals with the likes of Everton, West Ham United, Fulham and Brighton, ahead of Spurs and Newcastle United.

“Head coach Mauricio Pochettino described 24-year-old Gallagher as being “priceless” following the midfielder’s two-goal performance against Crystal Palace, the club he spent a season on loan at.”

Manchester United are tracking a number of central defenders but the Daily Mail suggests they will face competition for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite.

Other options include Benfica’s Antonio Silva, Jean-Clair Todibo at Nice, and Lille’s 18-year-old Leny Yoro.

“While Chelsea, Arsenal and Real Madrid have all enquired about the 21-year-old, Confidential understands that it is United and Spurs that are making the most concerted effort at this stage.

“It is understood United are looking to bring in two young centre backs this summer as INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe get their first chance of improving Erik ten Hag’s side in the transfer market.

“Homegrown players are going to be a key focus and Branthwaite appeals given he is a left-sided centre back, something Ten Hag is seeking in a bid to have better balance across the defence.

“There is not tunnel vision on Branthwaite, though, with United keeping in contact over centre backs such as Benfica’s Antonio Silva, Jean-Clair Todibo at Nice, and Lille’s 18-year-old Leny Yoro, who has caught Real Madrid’s eye.”

Barcelona will attempt to structure a deal that allows Manchester City’s on-loan Joao Cancelo to stay at the club.

The Sun believes that there is a good chance of a loan-to-permanent deal being a suitable compromise.

“But the cash-strapped Catalans may have to talk City into another loan deal if they are to get their wish.

“Cancelo has been one of the success stories of a difficult season for Barca and is believed to want to remain at the club.

“City would prefer to offload Cancelo this summer on a permanent deal to the highest bidder.

“But reports in Spain suggest agent Jorge Mendes is working hard to find a way his client could remain at Barcelona.

“A loan deal with a decent fee and an obligation to buy would be one way to keep everyone happy.”