Updated: 27 Apr 2026 17:00 BST |<\/span> FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours from 28 April, including the latest updates on Yan Diomande, Micky van de Ven and Said El Mala.<\/p>\n BILD<\/b><\/i> has doubled down on its previous suggestion that RB Leipzig could sell Yan Diomande this summer but keep him on loan for an additional season.<\/p>\n Red Bull CEO Oliver Mintzlaff insisted over the weekend that the Ivory Coast international was not for sale this summer. Internally, Leipzig want to keep Diomande for another year in order to boost his value further.<\/p>\n However, Leipzig need to raise \u20ac100 million from sales this summer. As a result, a Diomande exit can’t be entirely ruled out at this stage, which is why the outlet surmises that there could be a compromise that allows Leipzig to keep him for one more season, albeit only on loan.<\/p>\n Man Utd interim boss Michael Carrick is happy with his centre-back options, but Matthijs de Ligt and Lisandro Martinez need to prove their fitness, The Telegraph<\/b><\/i> reports.<\/p>\n The Red Devils are generally content to go into the new season with their current centre-back options, following the contract extension of Harry Maguire. However, a shortlist of potential targets has nevertheless been drawn up.<\/p>\n Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven and Nottingham Forest’s Murillo are two options currently being explored, but Man Utd will only dip into the market if the fitness concerns of Martinez and De Ligt persist.<\/p>\n Brighton have withdrawn from the race to sign K\u00f6ln wonderkid Said El Mala for the time being, Cologne City Gazette<\/b><\/i> claims.<\/p>\n The Seagulls were ready to pay \u20ac35m for El Mala and his older brother Malek, while offering K\u00f6ln a 15% sell-on clause. However, the Bundesliga side is hoping to fetch around \u20ac50m for the 19-year-old wonderkid.<\/p>\n Brighton wanted to hold a face-to-face meeting in Cologne to discuss the future of El Mala, but this hasn’t materialised because the offer for the winger has been revoked. The Seagulls, who have been chasing El Mala since last summer, will not bid again unless K\u00f6ln lower their demands.<\/p>\n This is good news for Chelsea and Newcastle, who have also been heavily linked with a move for the Germany international. K\u00f6ln hope that these financially stronger clubs will be more inclined to meet their hefty asking price.<\/p>\n Man City have started exploring a potential move for Bournemouth sensation Eli Kroupi, Sacha Tavolieri<\/b> states.<\/p>\n The French youngster has enjoyed a remarkable season on the South Coast, which has attracted the attention of Man City. Pep Guardiola, whose future is uncertain, is said to be a big admirer of Kroupi.<\/p>\n Bournemouth don’t want to sell and have slapped an \u20ac80m price tag on the 19-year-old. However, Man City have “not ruled out making a move” to test the Cherries’ resolve this summer.<\/p>\n Liam Delap wants to stay and fight for his place at Chelsea, as per The Telegraph<\/b><\/i>.<\/p>\n The striker has struggled to make his mark at Stamford Bridge following his summer move from relegated Ipswich Town last summer. Delap attracted widespread attention due to a low release clause, and Chelsea won the race for his signature.<\/p>\n His performances have not been at the required level, giving rise to speculation that he could be sold after just one season. Delap, though, is determined to prove his doubters wrong. Whether he will be allowed to stay will depend on the club’s next permanent head coach.<\/p>\n Arsenal are interested in Real Madrid attacker Brahim Diaz. (Transfers<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n AC Milan and Bayern Munich are interested in Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic if he becomes available as a free agent. (Sky Italia<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Aston Villa and Newcastle have joined Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Chelsea and Tottenham in the race to sign Sporting CP wing-back Maxi Araujo. (Sport Witness<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Atletico Madrid will not sell Julian Alvarez for less than \u20ac120m. (Ben Jacobs<\/b>)<\/p>\n Nottingham Forest are targeting a deal for Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney. (The Sun<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Borussia Dortmund are the favourites to sign Jadon Sancho, but Aston Villa are not out of the race just yet. (TEAMtalk<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Aston Villa could sell captain John McGinn to boost their chances of keeping Morgan Rogers. (Football Insider<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Check out FootballTransfers’ new app for all of football’s big storylines, transfer rumours and exclusive news in one convenient place directly on your mobile device.<\/p>\n The FootballTransfers app is available on Google Play and in the Apple App Store. 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