Sadio Mane looks set to be one of the highest-profile moves this transfer window, with the Liverpool forward confirming he wants to leave Anfield before the start of next season, a move that could affect Chelsea.
The Senegal icon has been one of the Premier League's standout talents over the past six years since joining Liverpool from Southampton for £37 million. Last season saw him add another 23 goals to his Reds tally as they came second in the Premier League and reached the final of all cup competitions, winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
But all good things come to an end. The 30-year-old's contract is set to expire in the summer of 2023, and he has confirmed that he wants to leave this summer with Bayern Munich, the front-runners, to sign him.
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"Like everyone else, I'm on social media, and I see the comments," Mane said when asked about his decision to leave. "Isn't it between 60 to 70 per cent of Senegalese that wants me to leave Liverpool?
"I will do what they want. We will see soon! Don't be in a hurry because we'll see this together."
Not that leaving will be so simple. Liverpool reportedly wants at least £30 million for his signature and a replacement ready to go before sanctioning a deal. An offer for the Liverpool winger was rejected on Sunday.
Paul Joyce of The Times reported that the Reds rejected Bayern Munich's opening bid of £21 million, plus an extra £4 million in add-ons if certain stipulations are met during his time at the Allianz. While it is no surprise the bid was rejected, it could possibly mean Christian Pulisic's exit from Chelsea is delayed.
The American could leave Stamford Bridge this summer as he pursues regular first-team football. While he may be unlikely to get that under Jurgen Klopp either, it is easy to see how a move to Merseyside would appeal. Liverpool are reportedly considering a move for the 23-year-old as a possible replacement for Mane this summer.
But it is unlikely that a deal will go through until Mane is set to depart, which still appears to be some way off. So, for now, Pulisic's future remains at Stamford Bridge. Juventus and AC Milan also remain interested.
