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a day ago
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Liverpool want deal for €35m Spain WONDERKID
Liverpool are eyeing up a deal for one of Spain's best young talents - who is currently starring at the UEFA Euro Under-21 Championship. The Reds have got big plans to overhaul their squad this summer - with Richard Hughes and Arne Slot willing to move on from several of their Premier League title-winning players. Advertisement Caoimhin Kelleher and Trent Alexander-Arnold have already gone - with Federico Chiesa and Darwin Nunez tipped to follow them out the door soon. And we could even see defenders like Andy Robertson and Jarell Quansah shipped out before the transfer window closes - with plenty of names earmarked to arrive at Anfield during the off-season. Liverpool scouting Jesus Rodriguez Jeremie Frimpong and Armin Pecsi are already onboard and Milos Kerkez as well as Florian Wirtz will soon be joining them as new Liverpool players for the 2025/26 season. Liverpool won't stop there - and the latest reports from ABC in Spain are that the Reds are looking at Jesus Rodriguez of Real Betis. Advertisement The 19-year-old has just enjoyed a breakthrough season for the LaLiga side, also finishing as a runner-up in the UEFA Europa Conference League. He is now firmly on the radar of many top European clubs, leading Betis to renew his contract last September until 2029. That deal has currently got a €35m buyout clause attached to it and reports indicate that Betis would like to increase that sum to €50m. Liverpool joined by Leipzig, Villa and Como in Rodriguez interest 'No official offers have been received, while the club waits expectantly to see what moves might come for their academy product,' the report reads. Advertisement Rodriguez, a winger, scored in Spain's U21 draw with Italy earlier this week and Spanish media report that Betis hope to see the player's value increase with more exposure in this tournament. The club plan to keep him for one more season - seeing another full campaign as potentially useful in raising his value even further. 'RB Leipzig, Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Como have shown interest, not only in understanding Betis' conditions and asking price for Jesús Rodríguez but also by actively scouting him,' the report reads.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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📸 Pisilli's brilliance not enough, Italy U21 second, quarter-final drama
In the final match of Group A of the Under 21 European Championship, Nunziata's Italy faced Spain for supremacy in the group. In a lively, sparkling game, at times well played and dominated by the Azzurrini, the final 1-1 draw was not enough for the overtaking: due to the goal difference, Spain finishes first. For Italy, in the quarterfinals, either Germany or England, who will compete for the top spot in Group B. Advertisement GOAL FROM THE MAN OF THE MARKET, PISILLI'S MASTERPIECE Spain unlocked the match with one of the men of the market for Serie A: Jesus Rodriguez. The Betis talent took advantage of a not perfect closure of Nunziata's defense, putting the Roja ahead at the 53'. Italy did not take the hit, on the contrary: after 5 minutes Pisilli took the team on his shoulders equalizing the match with a masterpiece goal. Having collected a launch from the back, Pisilli avoided a defender and from inside the area he unloaded a powerful right on the far post. A truly beautiful goal that, unfortunately, did not help Italy to grab the top spot. Photo Credit: Profilo X Italian National Team This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here.
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5 days ago
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'Made contact this week' – Latest Romano update on Chelsea target is bad news for supporters
'Made contact this week' – Latest Romano update on Chelsea target is bad news for supporters Aston Villa have started talks with Real Betis over a move for Chelsea target Jesus Rodriguez according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues are once again set for a busy summer and are looking to add more players having already completed the signing of Liam Delap. Advertisement Chelsea face a critical window and the club are also looking to add a versatile forward, centre back and left winger to bolster Enzo Maresca's squad. Aston Villa open talks for Chelsea target Rodriguez Chelsea have identified they need to sign a left winger, and that's been made even more urgent by the departure of Jadon Sancho. There's set to be plenty of movement in the wides areas, and Chelsea are also thought to be open to offers for Noni Madueke. Borussia Dortmund's Jamie Gittens has been identified as a top target, but Chelsea are also interested in Spain under-21 international Rodriguez. Rodriguez is attracting interest from the Premier League. (Photo by) Advertisement Chelsea are reportedly hopeful of signing the 19-year-old this summer, but Romano has provided an update which could be a problem for the Blues. He took to and said: 'EXCL: Aston Villa start club to club talks for Real Betis talent Jesús Rodriguez. 2005 born talent on shortlist of several clubs but Villa made contact this week to start discussions.' Rodriguez who managed three goals and two assists in 32 appearances in all competitions, is said to be valued at around £35m. Chelsea expected to sign Jamie Gittens Whilst it's unclear if Chelsea will make a serious attempt to sign Rodriguez, the Blues are set to revisit a deal for Gittens. Advertisement More Stories / Latest News 'Made contact this week' – Latest Romano update on Chelsea target is bad news for supporters 15th Jun 2025, 02:00pm 'Tough situation'- Expert warns Chelsea ace with 34 G/A could leave for free this summer 15th Jun 2025, 01:30pm Report: Surprise Champions League club could move for 13 goal Chelsea ace if they don't land top target 15th Jun 2025, 01:00pm Chelsea had multiple offers for Gittens rejected this week, but the expectation is a deal gets completed later this summer. Gittens has agreed terms on a seven year contract at Stamford Bridge and wants to join Chelsea, so it feels like it's a case of when rather than if on this transfer.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
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Aston Villa make contact with Real Betis over deal for Spain U-21 winger Jesus Rodriguez - who has also attracted interest from Chelsea
Aston Villa have made contact with Real Betis over a deal for winger Jesus Rodriguez who has attracted attention from Chelsea. Unai Emery is looking to improve his options out wide this summer and Villa have registered their interest in Rodriguez, the promising 19-year-old. Rodriguez is currently on international duty with Spain at the U-21 European Championships and comes into the tournament off the back of his breakout season. He scored three goals in his 32 senior appearances across all competitions during the last campaign, and he is a product of Betis' youth system. A winger who predominantly plays on the left, Rodriguez was brought on as a second-half substitute in Betis' Conference League final defeat to Chelsea. Villa must balance their books before the Profit and Sustainability Rules deadline on June 30 and may therefore have to offload players. However, the club are also working on incomings and Rodriguez is a potential target. Villa recently missed out on the signing of Rosenborg midfielder Sverre Nypan after he agreed to join Manchester City in a deal worth £12.5million. Emery may be braced to lose several of his senior first-teamers. Chelsea and Arsenal admire Morgan Rogers, but it would take a sizeable bid for Villa to consider selling.
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13-06-2025
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Aston Villa open talks for 19-year-old La Liga wonderkid
Real Betis enjoyed a brilliant second half of the season, resulting in an historic run to the Conference League final against Chelsea. However Los Verdiblancos are in danger of losing two the instigators of that excellent form. One of those is a case of seduction, as Betis hope to bring back Brazilian winger Antony, who played a starring role in the final months for Betis. In that instance, Betis must hope that nobody comes in with an acceptable offer for Manchester United, and they can bring him back on loan. Jesus Rodriguez future in doubt The other concern is potentially losing one of their rough diamonds in winger Jesus Rodriguez. Bursting onto the scene at the age of just 19, his direct running and pace were important for Manuel Pellegrini on the left flank. The concern is that the Premier League may come calling. Rodriguez has already had his contract extended until 2029. He has a release clause of €50m, and Fabrizio Romano reports that Villa have opened talks with Betis over a potential deal. Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool scout Rodriguez Earlier in the season it was reported that Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool had all sent scouts to watch the teenage winger at the Benito Villamarin, and it does not seem to be ruled out that Los Verdiblancos could cash in on him. In recent weeks Rodriguez revealed on television that his agent was speaking to clubs, even if he was happy at Betis, and they would assess any offers that arrived. Image viaBetis sold another teenage academy product in Assane Diao to Como in January, after a similarly promising opening six months to his professional career. That said, his value dropped after losing his spot in the line-up, and Betis may feel they are best off selling while his value is high.
