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Paris Saint-Germain have emerged as a possible destination for Tottenham Hotspur talisman Harry Kane this summer, Fabrizio Romano has revealed.

What's the latest on Harry Kane's future?

The striker is entering the final year of his contract at Spurs, and with the Lilywhites failing to qualify for the Champions League or challenge for major honours, the 29-year-old could leave in search of trophies.

He is believed to be Manchester United's top target for a summer transfer, but it remains to be seen whether Spurs would be willing to sell him to a rival, or indeed sell him at all.

Paris Saint-Germain have now emerged as a possible destination, with Lionel Messi and Neymar expected to depart the French capital this summer.

Speaking on The House Of Champions, Romano revealed that the French giants could explore a move for the England captain.

"I would also keep an eye on Paris Saint-Germain, because Paris Saint-Germain are going to look for a top striker in the summer, and in case Harry Kane will be on the market, he could be one of the options to keep an eye on, so this Harry Kane situation is still open," he stated.

"But again for Tottenham, there is a chance to keep the player and the chances to pick the right manager, the right director to offer him a project and not just a contract, not just money. This is crucial for Harry Kane."

Should Kane move to PSG?

PSG are French champions again, and if Kane does move to the Parc des Princes, he could give himself a good chance to win silverware.

With Messi and Neymar both set to leave, Kane could line up alongside Kylian Mbappe as the main stars in the team, and could help PSG in their quest for Champions League glory.

The Parisians have often struggled to reach the latter stages of the competition, and it is a trophy that has evaded them despite heavy spending over the past decade.

Spurs could be happier to sell Kane for a large fee abroad rather than to a rival, and PSG may be best equipped to offer enough money to convince Daniel Levy to part ways with his forward.

However, Kane himself may prefer to run down his contract and leave in a year's time. Playing abroad may not appeal to the £200k-per-week attacker right now, given that he is chasing Alan Shearer's Premier League top scorer record, and if he is able to move for free, he could have his pick of Europe's top clubs.

When Glasgow Rangers signed Spanish midfielder Mikel Arteta back in 2002 from La Liga giants Barcelona for a fee of £6m, he was expected to bolster the squad following his exploits for Paris Saint-Germain the season before, yet they weren’t quite expecting him to become a cult hero in the process.

His debut campaign ended not only with a treble but with the then 21-year-old displaying nerves of a veteran as he calmly stuck away a last-minute penalty on the last day of the season to win Rangers the SPL title by just one goal.

He formed a solid midfield partnership with Barry Ferguson which yielded 33 goals and assists between them and although his second season ended trophyless, the Spaniard's performances across his two-year spell at the club were excellent.

Arteta left in 2004 to join Real Sociedad and the Gers haven’t had a cultured midfielder like him since, but could the Ibrox side replicate their masterclass by luring Pablo Torre to Glasgow?

Could Rangers sign Pablo Torre this summer?

According to reports from Spain last month, Rangers are one of the clubs showing interest in Torre, with a view to potentially securing a loan deal for the youngster.

Although operating in a slightly more advanced position than Arteta did at the Gers, favouring a number ten slot just behind the striker, if they landed him, Michael Beale could give him an ideal platform to shine and showcase his talents, similar to the current Arsenal boss during his spell in Scotland.

The 20-year-old enjoyed a breakout season with Racing Santander two seasons ago, registering 21 goal contributions – ten goals and 11 assists – to showcase his attacking capabilities and this led to a move to Barcelona, where he hasn’t been utilised quite as much.

Torre has made just 12 first-team appearances under Xavi, albeit scoring his only goal in the Champions League against Viktoria Plzen in a 4-2 victory which allowed him to show glimpses of his vast talent on the biggest club stage of all.

Football talent scout Jacek Kulig has even dubbed the "little magician" as “amazing” back in 2021 and although the move to Barcelona suggested he was destined for the top, it hasn’t quite materialised yet.

Coming to Ibrox and playing every week, competing for honours and gaining more European experience could be the best move for the young playmaker and if Beale does somehow pull off a move for another young Barcelona goalscorer, they could repeat their Arteta masterclass.

Newcastle United will be on the lookout for new players as they prepare for a return to the Champions League in the 2022/23 campaign.

One man who has been linked with a move to St James' Park is Torino youngster Perr Schuurs, and the Dutchman could prove to be a Sven Botman clone at the back for Eddie Howe.

Would Schuurs be a good signing for Newcastle?

According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the Toon are keeping tabs on the 23-year-old's situation ahead of the upcoming transfer window, with the Serie A side likely to be forced into selling either Schuurs or his centre-back partner, Alessandro Buongiorno.

Liverpool have previously been credited with an interest in the £16m-rated defender as they also target an all-Dutch centre-back partnership, but Newcastle's Champions League qualification could just give them the edge.

Schuurs only made the move from Ajax last summer having come through the Eredivisie side's famous academy but has certainly caught the eye in his first season in Italy, with journalist Josh Bunting dubbing him a "mountain" after a game against Empoli earlier in the campaign.

Could Schuurs be Newcastle's next Botman?

Across 29 appearances in Serie A, the young defender, who earns £22k-per-week, has contributed two assists and averaged a solid 6.68 rating from WhoScored for his performances, which suggests that he could be good competition at the back for Howe next season.

The defender's FBref scouting report also bodes well for Newcastle, as he ranks in the top 21% of centre-backs when compared to those Europe's top five leagues for tackles, assists, pass completion and successful take-ons per 90 minutes, which emphasises the ability he has with the ball at his feet.

Schuurs' comfort in possession isn't surprising when you consider his education in the Netherlands, where de Godenzonen have cultivated a reputation for many years for playing total football, and he could prove to be similarly effective as former Ajax man Botman in Howe's squad next season.

Since joining from Lille last summer, the powerful defender has been a mainstay in Howe's side, making 36 appearances in the Premier League and earning a strong 6.74 rating from WhoScored for his performances.

Also 23, Howe would be building a centre-back partnership for the future should Schuurs join, with Fabian Schar likely to need replacing soon as he will turn 32 next season.

In comparison to his countryman, the Toon defender ranks in the top 6% for touches in the opposing penalty area as a marker of his willingness to get forward and in the top 21% for long balls completed, evidence of his fine passing skills.

The similarities between the two defenders are clear to see and if Schuurs proves to be even half as good as Botman has been in his first season at St James' Park, then he could be a superb addition by Howe this summer.

Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia continues to be on Liverpool's "radar" this summer, according to The Redmen TV's Ste Hoare.

Has Lavia been linked with Liverpool move?

The Reds have made it no secret that they are looking to make significant additions to their midfield this summer, with Alexis Mac Allister already coming in from Brighton, in what looks like an exciting piece of business.

Liverpool cannot afford to stop there, however, with more arrivals required, in order to avoid to same issue that happened last season, with Jurgen Klopp's side looking ageing and jaded in the middle of the park.

One player who has been linked with a move to Anfield this summer is Lavia, who enjoyed a highly impressive season for Southampton a personal level, even though Saints were ultimately relegated from the Premier League, having finished bottom of the table.

It doesn't look as though Liverpool's interest in the £25,000-a-week-earning former Manchester City man is going away any time soon, following a fresh update.

What's the latest on Lavia to Liverpool?

Speaking to Give Me Sport, Hoare claimed that Liverpool are still keen on completing the signing of Lavia during the summer transfer window:

"There's been a lot of talk about Lavia in the press and various reliable reporters have been saying Liverpool have got an interest in him. I think Paul Joyce mentioned his name recently in Alexis Mac Allister pieces as well.

"I wouldn't be shocked if Liverpool signed Lavia. It wouldn't come out of the blue. I think he's definitely on their radar."

Lavia, who was hailed as "remarkable" recently by The Athletic, could be a great option for Liverpool this summer, having already looked so at home in the Premier League, making 34 appearances for Saints and averaging 2.1 tackles per match across 29 league outings in 2022/23.

Unlike fellow targets such as Khephren Thuram, Manu Kone and Gabri Veiga, the Belgian is already proven in the division, arguably making it less of risky signing, and the fact that Pep Guardiola has described him as "incredible" by City boss Pep Guardiola says a lot about his talent as a player.

At 19, Lavia is admittedly less proven than a number of others potential signings, which could be argued as a drawback – Liverpool need players who can start regularly from the off – but he fits the profile of exactly the type of player the Reds need to bring in before the new season gets underway.

Nottingham Forest are ready to make improvements as the transfer window officially opens, with a Premier League youngster linked with a move to the City Ground.

Steve Cooper isn’t expected to sign another 22 players as he did last summer, but reinforcements must be made if Forest are to continue their stay in the top-flight.

The Reds left it late to secure their Premier League survival this season, confirming their status next campaign in the penultimate fixture, however, the latest transfer link could bolster their chances of extending their stop-over.

What’s the latest on Carlos Borges to Nottingham Forest?

As reported by ESPN, Forest are interested in signing Manchester City academy star Carlos Borges.

The report claimed that sources close to the site have revealed talks between the player and club are at a ‘preliminary stage’, with it being possible that the player extends at City before going out on loan.

The treble winners value their teenage prospect at £11m, with it being ‘unclear’ whether the club would be willing to let the talent leave permanently.

What could Carlos Borges offer to Nottingham Forest?

Having been hailed as “phenomenal” by talent scout Jacek Kulig, the Portuguese gem has been an explosive figure in the club’s academy this season.

With Forest finding the net just 38 times in 38 games, there’s no surprise that Borges has caught the eye of Cooper, having enjoyed a lucrative goal-scoring campaign.

In 33 appearances in all competitions, the 19-year-old has scored 29 goals in the Premier League 2, the EFL Trophy and UEFA Youth League, as well as recording a monstrous 18 assists, via Transfermarkt.

The youngster is deployed primarily on the left wing for City’s academy and could be a vital asset to the City Ground if the two clubs can reach an agreement this summer.

Acting as a live wire on the flank, the former Sporting CP graduate could form a wicked partnership with Morgan Gibbs-White, who is the Reds' prime creator.

Named as Forest’s ‘creator-in-chief’ by The Telegraph’s John Percy, Gibbs-White has all the skills to unlock a forward and could take his game to another level if paired with an outlet as strong in the final third as Borges.

The former Wolverhampton Wanderers star averaged 1.9 key passes per game this campaign, as well as recording eight assists and creating nine big chances, as per Sofascore.

Having a wide player ahead of him as confident and daring as the Sintra-born gem could ignite Forest with a new attacking outlet and explosive duo going into the new season.

Recording such numbers suggests that the 19-year-old prodigy is ready to assert himself on the Premier League, and with City not having the capacity to accommodate his development on a first-team basis, Forest could provide the perfect area for him to excel.

Everton narrowly avoided relegation down to the Championship on the final day of the 2022/23 campaign as they beat Bournemouth 1-0 in the Premier League last month.

The Toffees finished 17th in the table and two points above the relegation zone and Sean Dyche should be aiming for a more successful campaign next term.

This summer's transfer window could be key in being able to achieve that as it provides the head coach with an opportunity to add more options and quality to his squad.

One player who has been linked with a possible switch to Goodison Park is Manchester United defensive midfielder Scott McTominany, who could be available for a fee of at least £20m.

Would Scott McTominay be a good signing for Everton?

The Scotland international could be an excellent addition to Dyche's roster as the 26-year-old could be the dream heir to Idrissa Gana Gueye's position in the XI.

Everton snapped the Senegal international up from Paris Saint-Germain last summer and the number six enjoyed a solid season in the Premier League. He averaged a Sofascore rating of 6.90 across 33 appearances and won 61% of his individual duels in the division.

However, the experienced battler turns 34 in September and is, therefore, not a long-term option for Dyche moving forward, and this means that the manager will need to start thinking about what life will look like after the Senegal veteran is unable to perform to a high level consistently.

This is where McTominay could come in and be the player to take over in that position in the mid-to-long term.

The Red Devils ace, who was once hailed as a "physical monster" by former boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, is a defensive-minded midfielder who has proven himself to be a solid option at Premier League level.

He only started ten games in the division in 2022/23 but was a regular starter the season prior, and showcased his ability to be a dependable enforcer in the middle of the park.

McTominay averaged a Sofascore rating of 6.91 across 28 starts in the league and won 55% of his duels to go along with 3.2 tackles and interceptions per match, which shows that the towering brute is capable of winning the ball back for his side on a regular basis whilst being strong in his physical battles.

Gueye made 4.6 tackles and interceptions per game in 2022/23 for Everton but they had 43% of the ball on average, compared to United's 53.8% and this suggests that the Senegalese powerhouse had more opportunities to cut out opposition attacks than the Red Devils gem.

Both players, however, have proven themselves capable of delivering consistently solid performances in the Premier League as defensive midfielders, and the 26-year-old dynamo, who is seven years younger than Gueye, could well be the dream long-term heir to that role in Dyche's team.

Alongside a new midfielder and striker, the goalkeeper is another position that simply must be upgraded by Chelsea.

The incoming Mauricio Pochettino is attempting to fix the mess of the new ownership, who have spent around £585.5m but have failed to source a consistent and reliable shot-stopper.

Giorgi Mamardashvili is a name that has been linked to solving this damaging conundrum.

What’s the latest Giorgi Mamardashvili to Chelsea?

According to the Evening Standard, the Blues are keenly tracking the Valencia man.

The 22-year-old has emerged as one of the favourites to join the West Londoners after it was revealed that the club has ended its interest in Inter Milan’s Andre Onana.

It is understood that Chelsea have also distanced themselves from AC Milan’s Mike Maignan as they were put off by his mammoth £80m asking price.

Therefore, Mamardashvili has now become the focus and is viewed as a cheaper and more attainable alternative, with a reported £26m price tag.

Is Giorgi Mamardashvili a good signing for Chelsea?

The Georgian joined Valencia on a permanent deal in December 2021 and has made 63 appearances for the club, conceding just 71 goals whilst keeping 18 clean sheets.

During his debut campaign for Los Che, the 6 foot 5 titan went 560 minutes in a row without letting in a goal.

As recognition for his swift and smooth acclimatisation to Spanish football, the eight-cap international was named in Marca’s La Liga Discovery of the Season term.

Last term, he played every game for Valencia in the league and was arguably the team's most important asset, as the club narrowly avoided relegation.

A player of this reputation, form, and potential dramatically differs from Edouard Mendy, who is set to leave.

When the Senegalese arrived in West London in 2020 he was an incredible breath of fresh air, as he conceded just 29 goals in 44 games as he won the Champions League.

However, since this ceremonial moment, it has just been downhill for the 31-year-old, who has made more errors that have led to goals (2), than he has clean sheets (1) in the Premier League this term, as per Sofascore.

Despite Kepa Arrizabalaga’s highly questionable consistency, Mendy still couldn’t break back into the first team after injury and began just one of the club’s last ten top-flight encounters.

Therefore, it is a position that desperately needs to be addressed as Mendy has been labelled as a “liability” by the Athletic's Liam Twomey to underline his untenable predicament.

Comparatively described as “sensational” by a journalist, the signing of Mamardashvili would therefore be a fantastic replacement for Mendy.

Tottenham Hotspur target James Maddison wouldn't find it 'easy' to succeed in north London and may need to 'adapt' his game if he was to join the Lilywhites, according to journalist Paul Brown.

What's the latest transfer news involving James Maddison?

According to The Northern Echo, Tottenham are now 'strong favourites' to sign Maddison from Leicester City this summer as Ange Postecoglou gets to work in N17.

Newcastle United are also keen on the £110k-a-week ace; however, his preference is believed to be moving to London, which has put Spurs in pole position to wrap up a deal for the England international.

The Daily Mail report along similar lines and state that Maddison would be more open to joining Tottenham than their divisional rivals Newcastle United in the off-season.

Leicester City star Harvey Barnes is another name on their radar. At the same time, Arsenal and West Ham United also retain an attraction towards the 25-year-old amid news that Spurs submitted a joint bid of £50 million to try and acquire the Foxes' duo.

Football Insider detail that Leicester City want to recoup £50 million for Maddison, while Spurs want to secure his services on a 'cut-price deal', something which may drag their pursuit on for a while to come in the transfer window.

Speaking to Football FanCast, journalist Brown thinks that Maddison could succeed at Hotspur Way; nevertheless, he doesn't believe it would be easy for him to transition from Leicester City to Tottenham.

Brown told FFC: "There's also the fact that Harry Kane, over the years, has gradually become a striker who likes to drop a lot deeper and occupy a lot of those areas on the pitch. I don't think it would be an easy transition for Maddison there, he can certainly do it and could be a success there if he finds a way to adapt, but I don't think it would be easy for him."

Would James Maddison be a success at Tottenham Hotspur?

Maddison absolutely has the ability to be a success at Spurs should he pitch up in north London this summer, though, as always, it remains to be seen with regards to how a player settles into a new environment.

In 2022/23, the England international featured 32 times for Leicester City across all competitions, registering ten goals and nine assists, as per Transfermarkt.

As per FBRef, Maddison was an inventive presence in midfield for Leicester City from the middle of the park and successfully completed 138 shot-creating actions in the Premier League during the season.

Capable of providing a goal threat either directly or by supplying his teammates, Maddison also recorded around 2.8 shots and 2.3 key passes per match in the English top flight, according to WhoScored.

Getting used to new surroundings would present its own challenges; however, Maddison has the ability and conviction to take these factors into his stride and would be an excellent addition to Spurs' midfield if they manage to secure him this summer.

Fulham are hoping to make headway in their attempts to sign Leeds United midfielder Brenden Aaronson "this week", according to journalist Dean Jones.

Who will Fulham sign this summer?

The Whites have been linked with a host of signings over the past fortnight and beyond as manager Marco Silva attempts to bolster his ranks.

Fulham comfortably secured Premier League safety last campaign, coming after their promotion from the Championship, and were also briefly in contention for Europe.

Star players like Joao Palhinha and Antonee Robinson are thought to be attracting serious interest as a result, though Fulham won't be bullied, with reports suggesting they could demand as much as £90 million for the former.

Silva's side are also eyeing major additions in a variety of key areas, with Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prowse, Japan international Ao Tanaka, Coventry City's Viktor Gyokeres, Fenerbache defender Ferdi Kadioglu and Roma centre-back Roger Ibanez all being targeted.

Meanwhile, it is believed Fulham could also make a move for Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, as their west London rivals are prepared to sell for just £15 million (The Guardian).

Speaking to GiveMeSport, reporter Jones has shared news on another transfer target at Craven Cottage, as they eye a move for Leeds' Aaronson.

The USA international is attracting interest from Fulham and Jones claims they're hoping to make progress over signing him this week.

“The way that he presses and the way that he gets on the ball and tries to make things happen," said the journalist.

“He would be a really good foil for Mitrovic in that sense.

“It’s something that Fulham are looking at, and I think they're hoping to make some headway on it this week.”

Who is Brenden Aaronson?

The 22-year-old, over his 36 league appearances last term, ranked among Leeds' best for attempts at goal, key passes made and successful take-ons per 90 (WhoScored).

Aaronson, who featured at last year's 2022 World Cup in Qatar, has also been praised by former Leeds defender Matthew Kilgallon.

"Really impressed with him, everything, I don’t think he’s got a weakness," said Kilgallon.

"He looks like a good lad out there, he wants to do as well as he can. Gives everything, he runs around and gives it everything."

Meanwhile, former Man United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has profressed his admiration too, calling Aaronson a "fantastic" young player.

Harry Kane's transfer saga with Bayern Munich isn't "going away this summer" even after Tottenham Hotspur rejected the Bavarian club's initial offers, claims journalist Paul Brown.

Tottenham Hotspur transfer news – what's the latest on Harry Kane?

It has been a positive start to the summer transfer window for Tottenham so far this year. Despite finishing outside the European places for the first time since the 2008/09 season, the North London outfit managed to secure the signature of one of their top transfer targets and most sought-after players in the league, James Maddison.

That said, the main task for the Lilywhites this year looks to be keeping their club captain and talismanic centre-forward Kane in N17.

Spurs' all-time top scorer now has under a year left on his £200,000-a-week contract, and with no indication that he will be signing a new one, Europe's top clubs have begun circling.

The latest elite side to show their interest, and with some persistence at that, is German giants Bayern Munich.

The Bundesliga champions had a first official bid of €70m (£60m) plus add-ons rejected last month and are now preparing a second deal worth an estimated £70m; however, Spurs are set to reject that one as well, per the Daily Mail.

Despite these setbacks, the Bavarian side will likely continue to test Daniel Levy's resolve, especially as Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg has reported that the England captain "definitely wants to join FC Bayern now."

What has Brown said about Harry Kane?

Brown points out that Bayern won't give up on this deal and that they perceive Spurs to be in a weak position here due to Kane's current contract situation.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, he said: "Yeah, I don't think this is going away this summer. I think Bayern will push really hard. The interesting thing is that the first time the news leaked out of Germany that Bayern had bid for Kane, people at Spurs were denying that that had ever happened.

"This time, they're offering no comments and going no further. So, make of that what you will. I think Bayern are trying hard to sign Kane this summer, and they will continue right up until the window closes.

"They think that Daniel Levy and Spurs are not in a strong position because Kane's contract is running out."

How many goals has Harry Kane scored in his career?

Kane has established himself as one of the top five strikers in world football over the last decade, but how many goals has he scored so far?

In 435 appearances for Spurs, he has scored 280 goals and provided 64 assists, giving the "England Legend" a genuinely outstanding goal contribution every 1.2 games. Of those 280 goals, 213 have come in the Premier League, 21 in the Champions League, and 24 in domestic cup competitions, per TransferMarkt.

The Walthamstow-born machine performs just as well for his national side as he is now the all-time top goal scorer for both club and country.

In 84 appearances for the Three Lions, Kane has scored 58 goals and provided 18 assists, giving him a frankly outrageous goal contribution every 1.1 games in international football.

While Levy and Co are certainly playing a dangerous game by keeping such a valuable asset whilst his contract runs down, it's unlikely that they could replace him with the money Bayern have offered thus far anyway.