12 May 2026 06:03 BST |<\/span> Multilingual sports writer who specialises in European football and American soccer. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours and gossip from 12 May, including the latest updates on Eli Kroupi, Francisco Trincao and Robinho Yao Gavi.<\/p>\n Bournemouth are worried that a Champions League club will poach Eli Kroupi this summer, the BBC<\/b><\/i> reports.<\/p>\n The Cherries are optimistic that they won’t have to endure another exodus like last year, but they accept that some players will look to move to a bigger club this summer. Kroupi’s future, in particular, is cause for concern.<\/p>\n The teenage sensation is being actively courted by numerous top clubs, including Arsenal and Man Utd, engendering a growing feeling that he could be the biggest departure of the window.<\/p>\n Liverpool have taken “concrete steps” to sign Sporting CP attacker Francisco Trincao this summer, CaughtOffside<\/b><\/i> claims.<\/p>\n The former Barcelona prospect is capable of operating in numerous attacking roles and has been one of Sporting’s most dangerous players this season, scoring 12 goals in all competitions. Liverpool, of course, are looking for a Mohamed Salah replacement.<\/p>\n The report does not specify what Liverpool’s “concrete steps” are, other than that they have registered their interest, along with numerous other Premier League sides such as Chelsea. The Portugal international has a \u20ac60 million release clause.<\/p>\n Chelsea are the favourites to sign Ghana youth international Robinho Yao Gavi, as per TEAMtalk<\/b><\/i>.<\/p>\n The Blues have been following the young striker’s exploits “for months” and are currently in pole position to secure his signature. However, the 16-year-old is also fielding interest from Napoli and clubs from other top-five leagues.<\/p>\n Ghana will kick off their U17 African Cup of Nations campaign this week, and Yao Gavi is expected to play a big role for the Black Stars at the tournament.<\/p>\n Julian Alvarez is keen to leave Atletico Madrid this summer after a second trophyless season, SER Chain<\/b><\/i> states.<\/p>\n The Argentina international has yet to inform the club of his decision, but senior figures “suspect” that he is looking for a way out because his entourage have engaged in talks with potential suitors for months.<\/p>\n Arsenal, Barcelona, Chelsea and PSG have been linked with a move for Alvarez. The outlet claims that he is “not keen” to return to England after his previous spell at Man City.<\/p>\n Liverpool will not sign an immediate replacement for Alisson should he join Juventus this summer, according to Ben Jacobs<\/b>.<\/p>\n The Brazilian shot-stopper is in talks with the Bianconeri and is believed to be open to returning to Italy after previously suiting up for AS Roma. However, Alisson will leave the final decision to Liverpool as he still has a year left on his contract.<\/p>\n Should the Reds give the green light for him to complete his move, Giorgi Mamardashvili would become the club’s new long-term No.1, despite not always looking truly convincing this season.<\/p>\n Chelsea are planning to extend Enzo Fernandez’s contract until 2033 or 2034. (Nicolo Schira<\/b>)<\/p>\n Arsenal’s chances of signing right-back Wesley from Friedkin-owned AS Roma will be boosted if Everton miss out on European football. (TEAMtalk<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Bournemouth are planning to hand Alex Scott a new contract to fend off interest from Chelsea and Man Utd. (BBC<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Nantes have rejected a \u20ac15m bid from AS Monaco for Matthis Abline, who is also fielding interest from Crystal Palace, Roma and Paris FC. (Foot Market<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Atalanta midfielder Ederson is keen on a move to Man Utd. (TEAMtalk<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Liverpool are showing a strong interest in Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche. (The Team<\/b><\/i>)<\/p>\n Aston Villa are targeting Robin Risser (RC Lens) and Guillaume Restes (Toulouse) as potential replacements for Emiliano Martinez. (Foot Market<\/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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Bournemouth’s Kroupi concern <\/h2>\n
Liverpool make Trincao move <\/h2>\n
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Chelsea in pole position for striker signing <\/h2>\n
Alvarez “wants to leave” Atleti <\/h2>\n
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Liverpool’s in-house Alisson replacement <\/h2>\n
More transfer rumours <\/h2>\n
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The FootballTransfers app <\/h2>\n