The midfield is the heartbeat of a football team”.Those poetic words could emblazon the wall of La Masia – home of Barcelona’s renowned academy and an unrelenting production line of

Inter Milan have thundered into the race for Feyenoord midfielder Quinten Timber, who has also been considered by Manchester United and Newcastle.

At least in pre-season Newcastle’s midfield will be bolstered by Joe White, who has returned from an impressive loan spell at MK Dons. The 22-year-old has made four substitute appearances for Newcastle and will be assessed over the summer before a decision is made on his future.

Premier League sides Manchester United and Newcastle have both been linked a midfield talent who is attracting serious interest from one leading European club.

Joey Veerman (PSV) Sticking with Slot’s Dutch and Eredivisie roots, Veerman is another player he should consider this summer. He’d be a tidy upgrade on Wataru Endo, who could be moved on if a midfielder is being targeted.

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes' 'warming up' message has prompted a reaction from Villa linked Mason Mount.

According to Wolfsburger Allgemeine Zeitung, Nmecha - whose older brother Lukas has just signed for Manchester United’s bitter rivals Leeds United - had a clause in his deal that means Dortmund can fine him if he posts anything on social media that goes against the club’s values.

Tyrique George (Chelsea) Evil Saka is a cracking player. Effective on the left, right and even through the middle, the 19-year-old winger could hang around and get insufficient minutes at Stamford Bridge, or get regular minutes elsewhere in the Premier League.

Manchester United are arguably in the middle of the most important transfer windows in their history as they continue to chase Bryan Mbeumo and Ollie Watkins, while Marcus Rashford comes to a decision

Foot Mercato reports that Manchester United and Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr are both showing interest in Ruiz. The 29-year-old played a key role in PSG’s Champions League-winning campaign this season, forming a solid midfield trio with Vitinha and João Neves.