Gomes linked to Spurs - Transfer Rumour Mill.
Who? - Heurelho Gomes - Speculation Where is he? - PSV Eindhoven Who is he linked with? - Tottenham Hotspur
Tottenham Hotspur have made their interest known in Heurelho Gomes, according to the goalkeeper's current club PSV Eindhoven. Spurs coach Juande Ramos is known to be keen to bring a new goalkeeper to White Hart Lane after dropping regular number one and England international Paul Robinson at times last season. Ramos has also allowed former number two Radek Cerny to join QPR this summer, which leaves just youngster Ben Alnwick on the books. The 27-year-old Brazil international could cost the north London club around 9million. "Tottenham have informed us of their interest," said PSV's managing director Jan Reker. Gomes joined the Dutch club in 2004 from Cruzeiro and is renowned for his shot-stopping ability. The 6ft 4in keeper caught the eye of Ramos after starring during PSV's UEFA Cup second knockout round success over Spurs on penalties in March.
Who? - Rudolph Austin - Quite likely Where is he? - Portmore United Who is he linked with? - Stoke City
Stoke City are close to sealing the capture of Jamaica international midfielder Rudolph Austin. The Potters had hoped to sign the 23-year-old last summer when they landed compatriot Demar Phillips, but injuries prevented him from making the required number of international appearances to be granted a work permit. Austin currently plays his club football with Portmore United and will join fellow Jamaica internationals Phillips and Ricardo Fuller at the Britannia Stadium. "It's a staggered deal if we do it," manager Tony Pulis told The Sentinel. "It's all based around how well he does over here. As everyone knows, we've had him over a few times to look at him in training and he's looked a decent prospect. He's still a young lad and will obviously have to prove himself, but we think he might be worth the chance. He's a strong, quick and aggressive type with two good feet, and he can also play in one of two positions."
Who? - David Kitson - Speculation Where is he? - Reading Who is he linked with? - Wigan Athletic
Wigan Athletic manager Steve Bruce is being linked with a move for Reading striker David Kitson after allowing Julius Aghahowa to move to Turkish club Kayserispor. The Latics boss has also decided not to bring Marcus Bent back to the JJB Stadium so is light on attacking options, although he is close to capturing Egyptian forward Amr Zaki. Bruce told the Wigan Observer: "We're looking at several options and hope to start a few things soon. We're close to a couple of things happening and we're working very hard to get it done. It could be quite a busy period for us and we've made significant progress recently."
Who? - Wesley Sneijder - Speculation Where is he? - Real Madrid Who is he linked with? - Manchester United
Wesley Sneijder has no intention of leaving Real Madrid following reports linking him with a move to Manchester United. The 24-year-old Netherlands international has been mentioned as a possible makeweight in the potential record-breaking transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo to the Bernabeu. But Sneijder, who enjoyed a successful first season in Spain after scoring nine times in 38 appearances, has no interest in leaving Madrid. The former Ajax attacking midfielder signed for the Spanish giants last summer in a 27million euro deal. "When I left Ajax, my lifelong club, I only wanted to go to Real," he said. "It's the best club in the world. Now that I'm here the only thing I want to do is win lots of titles and spend as long as possible defending this shirt and badge." Sneijder's stock rose after scoring a superb goal in the Netherlands' 4-1 group stage win against France at Euro 2008, before their quarter-final exit from the tournament at the hands of Russia.
Who? - Yossi Benayoun - Speculation Where is he? - Liverpool Who is he linked with? - Portsmouth
Portsmouth Chief Harry Redknapp has admitted his interest in Liverpool's Israeli playmaker Yossi Benayoun, sparking interest from another of their Premier League rivals Manchester City. New boss Mark Hughes has been rumoured to be interested in the 28-year-old but Pompey appear to have jumped the queue in the race for his signature. Benayoun is reportedly growing frustrated at the lack of games at the Anfield club and the lure of first team football with the FA Cup winners would be to great a opportunity to turn down. Harry Redknapp who is renowned for his wheeling and dealing in the transfer market also holds the trump card of UEFA Cup football next season. The Pompey side make their debut in Europe next term with chairman Peter Storie keen to make sure his boss has all the backing he needs to bring more success to the south-coast side.
Who? - Shay Given - Speculation Where is he? - Newcastle United Who is he linked with? - Arsenal
Shay Given is ready to commit his long-term future to Newcastle after being strongly linked as a summer replacement for Jens Lehmann who moved to Stuttgart on a free transfer. It was reported by the news of the world that the Gunners were ready to offer around 3.5 million for the experienced Republic of Ireland international.The 32-year-old has been one of the most consistent keepers in the Premier League since his move to St James' Park in 1997. He has however, been troubled by a groin problem over the last one-and-a half seasons.
Who? - Louis Saha - Speculation Where is he? - Manchester United Who is he linked with? - Bolton Wanderers
Bolton are rumoured to be interested in bringing Manchester United striker Louis Saha to the Reebok next term, with any deal likely to break the clubs transfer record. It's understood that Trotters chief Gary Megson has made the French international one of his top summer targets,with cash to spend following the 15 million sale of fellow frenchman Nicolas Anelka to Chelsea.Saha who has been plagued by injuries throughout his time at United has fallen down the pecking order in Ferguson formidable frontline and may seek first team football at The Reebok. Meanwile bolton have also been linked with Swedish star Johan Elmander. The club are believed to have been in contact with the 27-year-old during Sweden' Euro 2008 campaign with chairman Phil Gartside is keen to wrap the deal up.
Who? - Andrew Johnson - Quite likely Where is he? - Everton Who is he linked with? - Aston Villa
Aston Villa have emerged as hot favourites to swoop for Everton striker Andy Johnson in a deal believed to be in the region of 7 million. Wigan, Middlesbrough and West Ham are also chasing the former England striker who netted just ten times last season for the Merseyside club.It is expected AJ will be shown the exit door from Goodison with Toffees chief David Moyes rumoured to be ready to launch a bid for Tottenham mis-fit Darren Bent who no longer features in Juande Ramos' plans. Moyes is believed to want to pay at least half of the 16 million Spurs spent on him last summer from Charlton and its understood that the sale of Andy Johnson may trigger a deal for the former tractor boy talisman, with Chairman Bill Kenwright keen to recoup the money spent on the striker two seasons ago.
