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Bayern Munich look set to beat Manchester United to the signing of Napoli centre-back Kim Min-jae, according to reports.
talkSPORT brought you news yesterday that the 26-year-old South Korea international is stalling on signing a new contract at Napoli that would remove his release clause.
That means, under the terms of his current deal, that Kim can leave for a fee of around £42million from July 1.
That news was a big boost to United and Premier League rivals Newcastle who are also said to be keen.
However, Sky Germany report Bundesliga champions Bayern are now leading the race for the in-demand defender.
Florian Plettenberg claims talks over a deal for Kim are ‘progressing well’ with manager Thomas Tuchel keen to bring him to Munich.
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Manchester City defender Kyle Walker is wanted by hometown club Sheffield United, talkSPORT understands.
England right-back Walker, who is weighing up his future at City, is also attracting interest from Saudi Arabia.
Walker has a year left on his City contract and has previously stated a desire to return to Bramall Lane, where he started his career.
According to reports, the 33-year-old has been unhappy with his playing time this season and was disappointed not to start in the Champions League final.
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According to talkSPORT sources, Arsenal’s opening offer for Declan Rice was £80million up front with £10m in add-ons.
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But that was not enough for West Ham, who are demanding £100m-plus for their captain and star player.
But talkSPORT pundit Simon Jordan doesn’t expect it’s over just yet.
“If you’re starting at £80m, you’d assume they’re going to start moving upwards from there,” said the White and Jordan host.
“I don’t think Declan Rice is worth £100m, but that is the current market and the market will drive that price.”
West Ham have rejected an opening offer from Arsenal for midfielder Declan Rice, talkSPORT understands.
The Gunners had indicated they are willing to meet the Hammers’ asking price of more than £100million but their initial bid is believed to be much lower.
Rice has his heart set on a move to the Gunners, although champions Manchester City are considering hijacking the deal.
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Brighton are among a number of Premier League clubs interested in signing Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher, talkSPORT understands.
Chelsea are willing to sell Gallagher to help raise funds for new manager Mauricio Pochettino’s summer rebuild.
The Seagulls are looking to revamp their midfield after selling Alexis Mac Allister to Liverpool and with the likely departure of Moises Caicedo.
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