Transfer Rumours - July 5
Expressandstar.com brings you all the latest transfer talk from Wolves, West Brom, Aston Villa and Walsall.
The extracts on this page are taken from various newspapers and media outlets. They do not reflect the views of the Express and Star.
Wolves
Previously reported Wolves target Pele is now set for a move to Monaco according to continental press.
The Rio Ave midfielder was linked with a move to Molineux following the end of the season, but now it seems he's headed for France.
The 26-year-old is capable of playing in a defensive role, as well as featuring as a standard central position.
Meanwhile, French club Caen are still keen on Wolves' forgotten man Prince Oniangue.
The 29-year-old midfielder looks likely to leave the club following their promotion to the Premier League.
The French side are reportedly keen to bring him in ahead of their pre-season preparations, which begin this week.
West Brom
Watford are reportedly set to pay £4m for Ben Foster's services, following the arrival of Sam Johnstone at The Hawthorns.
The goalkeeper previously stated his intentions to stay at Albion, but is now set to depart after not travelling with the club for pre-season training in Portugal.
It's thought that a deal could be completed by the end of the week.
West Brom reportedly face competition for the signing of Turkish midfielder Ozan Tufan.
Reports suggest that the 23-year-old could depart Fenerbahce this summer, listing The Hawthorns as a potential destination.
Crystal Palace and Fulham are two sides supposedly interested in his services too.
Aston Villa
Reports claim that Villa could receive a much-needed cash boost if Adama Traore leaves Middlebrough this summer, to the tune of 20 per cent of any fee.
The winger left Villa for Boro in 2016, and has become one of the Championship's hot prospects over the past 12 months.
He's been linked with the likes of Chelsea, and has a reported £18m price tag, which Villa could profit from.
Steve Bruce is set to do battle with former club Birmingham City for Plymouth goalkeeper Michael Cooper - according to reports.
Villa have seen last season's loanee Sam Johnstone join West Brom this month following their failure to gain promotion last term.
It's thought that Cooper could demand a pricey fee, with Brighton also reportedly keen.
Walsall
No fresh Walsall rumours today.
