Football gossip: Joao Pedro, Romero, Mbaye, Gordon, Openda, Hackney, Rice, Trafford
Published on May 1, 2026.
Barcelona is considering Chelsea and Brazil striker Joao Pedro to replace Robert Lewandowski, who is expected to leave the club at the end of the season. Aston Villa is also interested in Paris St-Germain's Ibrahim Mbaye, while Leeds United and Coventry City are competing for Lois Openda. Aston Aston Villa may sell 22-year-old English winger Tommi O'Reilly to Aston Villa amid interest from other clubs. Barcelona may also consider 28-year Tottenham and Argentina defender Cristian Romero if their move to sign Italy's Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan fails. Nottingham Forest, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are all pushing to secure the signing of Rangers' Bailey Rice.
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