Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Friday, February 19.
Friday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Erling Braut Haaland says Real Madrid transfer links are "nice"
© Reuters
Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Braut Haaland said that it is "nice" to be linked with Real Madrid when asked how it felt to be wanted by the Spanish club's supporters.
The 20-year-old is enjoying another remarkable campaign for BVB, finding the back of the net on 25 occasions in 24 appearances in all competitions, including eight goals in five Champions League outings.
The Norway international scored a brace in Dortmund's 3-2 win over Sevilla in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League clash on Wednesday night.
Chelsea, Manchester City, Barcelona and Manchester United have all been strongly linked with the striker, while Madrid are also said to be determined to bring him to the Bernabeu.
"It's always nice if someone wants you," Haaland told reporters when asked how he felt about the Spanish side's supporters calling for him to arrive in Madrid.
Haaland is unlikely to be allowed to leave Signal Iduna Park during this summer's transfer window, but a £68m release clause in his contract can be activated at the end of the 2021-22 campaign.
James Rodriguez 'already considering Everton exit'
© Reuters
James Rodriguez could reportedly seek a move away from Everton during this summer's transfer window despite only joining the Premier League club last year.
The Colombia international arrived at the Toffees from Real Madrid in September and has been in impressive form for Carlo Ancelotti's side this term, scoring five times and contributing seven assists in 20 appearances.
James has a contract at Goodison Park until June 2022, with the option of an additional 12 months, but according to Defensa Central, the South American is already considering his future at Everton.
The report claims that the attacker is not content with the weather in England, while he is concerned by the number of injuries that he is picking up due to the physical nature of the league.
The 29-year-old allegedly misses Madrid, meanwhile, and has not ruled out the possibility of joining La Liga leaders Atletico Madrid in the upcoming transfer window.
James has netted five times and registered three assists in 17 Premier League outings this term.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum's move to Barcelona in doubt?
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum's free transfer to Barcelona is reportedly far from a given due to uncertainty over Ronald Koeman's position. Read more.
Chelsea consider Southampton's Danny Ings as Erling Braut Haaland alternative?
Chelsea may reportedly consider Southampton's Danny Ings - out of contract in 2022 - as an ideal alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland. Read more.
Manchester City 'slash contract offer to Lionel Messi'
Manchester City reduce their contract offer to Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi by £170m, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'offering to double Kingsley Coman wages'
A report claims that Kingsley Coman will be offered a huge £260,000-a-week contract to swap Bayern Munich for Manchester United. Read more.
Chelsea 'keeping tabs on Borussia Monchengladbach's Jonas Hofmann'
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is keen to reunite with Borussia Monchengladbach winger Jonas Hofmann at Stamford Bridge, according to a report. Read more.
Three goalkeepers to leave Manchester United this summer?
Manchester United are reportedly looking to offload at least three goalkeepers at the end of this season. Read more.
Manchester United 'dealt blow in Kingsley Coman pursuit'
Manchester United-linked attacker Kingsley Coman expects to remain at Bayern Munich for the 2021-22 season, according to a report. Read more.
Real Madrid 'cannot afford Kylian Mbappe transfer fee'
Real Madrid supposedly cannot afford to shell out £174m for Paris Saint-Germain Kylian Mbappe, so they are planning to go down the nostalgic route instead. Read more.
Report: Barcelona to battle Chelsea for Paris Saint-Germain teen Kays Ruiz-Atil
Paris Saint-Germain youngster Kays Ruiz-Atil is reportedly wanted by Chelsea and Barcelona ahead of becoming a free agent in June. Read more.
Real Madrid 'to keep Martin Odegaard in bid to lure Erling Braut Haaland'
Real Madrid want to keep hold of Martin Odegaard as they believe that the midfielder could play a role in convincing Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland to join the club. Read more.
Arsenal 'want Dani Ceballos, Mathew Ryan on permanent deals'
Arsenal want to sign Real Madrid's Dani Ceballos and Brighton & Hove Albion's Mathew Ryan on permanent deals, according to a report. Read more.
Jamie Carragher tips Kylian Mbappe to make "perfect" Liverpool move
Jamie Carragher insists that Liverpool have a realistic chance of signing Paris Saint-Germain attacker Kylian Mbappe. Read more.
Joan Laporta vows to do "everything possible" to keep Lionel Messi at Barcelona
Lionel Messi is more interested in a "winning sporting proposal" than finances when it comes to agreeing a new deal with Barcelona, according to Joan Laporta. Read more.
PSG's Kylian Mbappe 'only interested in joining Real Madrid or Liverpool'
PSG striker Kylian Mbappe is only prepared to head for the Parc des Princes exit door if Liverpool or Real Madrid come knocking, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United, Liverpool 'contact Declan Rice's agent to register their interest'
Manchester United and Liverpool contact the agent of Declan Rice to discuss the West Ham United midfielder, according to a report. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur set Harry Kane asking price at £150m?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly hoping to fend off any potential interest in striker Harry Kane by placing a £150m price tag on their star man. Read more.
Christian Eriksen 'came close to Tottenham Hotspur move in January'
Christian Eriksen reportedly came close to leaving Inter Milan and joining former club Tottenham Hotspur in the January transfer window. Read more.
FPL tips: Josh Maja, Mbaye Diagne options in attack
Mbaye Diagne and Josh Maja have wasted no time making an impact for their new teams, while Leeds players will also be popular for gameweek 25. Read more.
Mauricio Pochettino confident of keeping Kylian Mbappe at Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino insists that the French champions can offer Kylian Mbappe "all of the tools to make him happy". Read more.
Everton 'eyeing move for Real Madrid's Lucas Vazquez'
Real Madrid attacker Lucas Vazquez is a target for Premier League side Everton, according to a report. Read more.
Everton put £70m price tag on Paris Saint-Germain loanee Moise Kean?
Everton reportedly place a £70m price tag on striker Moise Kean, who has impressed during his season-long loan spell at Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.
Sergio Aguero uncertain over Manchester City future
Sergio Aguero acknowledges that he remains unsure over whether he will stay at Manchester City past the end of this season. Read more.
