Former Liverpool star tells friends he misses Premier League side and wants to return - Reports
Bayern Munich attacker Sadio Mane has reportedly told close friends that he misses his former side Liverpool and wants to return to Anfield this summer.
According to Football Insider, Mane, 31, is looking for a return to Anfield amid his souring relationship with Bayern. The Senegalese winger left Jurgen Klopp's side last summer to join Bayern in a £35 million deal. He has been in fine form at the Allianz Arena, scoring 11 goals and providing five assists in 32 games across competitions.
However, Mane was involved in a bust-up with teammate Leroy Sane following a 3-0 loss to Manchester in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal in midweek. He's reportedly set to quit the Bavarians following his spat with Sane. Bayern are believed to be looking to sell Mane and recoup the £35 million (including add-ons) they paid Liverpool for him last summer.
However, a return to Anfield seems to be out of the equation as the Merseysiders have ruled out a move for their former forward. Liverpool are looking to rebuild their squad, and Mane's age doesn't fit the profile of players they're targeting.
Mane was a massive hit with Klopp's side in the six years he spent with the club. He scored 120 goals and contributed 48 assists in 269 appearances. He won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and League Cup.
Chelsea look to open talks with Levi Colwill after Liverpool show interest
According to Football Insider, Chelsea will open talks with Levi Colwill, 20, whose deal expires in 2025. He's on loan at Brighton & Hove Albion till the end of the season.
Colwill has impressed at the Amex, making 15 appearances across competitions and helping keep four clean sheets. The Englishman is composed on the ball and is best suited to playing on the left side in a back four in a 4-4-3 formation.
Interest in Colwill is believed to be high, with Liverpool sending scouts to watch him in action this season. The Reds need to boost the number of homegrown players in their 25-man squad for the next Premier League season.
Meanwhile, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is said to be an admirer of Colwill, and the Cityzens are also looking to improve their homegrown situation. Hence, Chelsea will be eager to secure a new long-term deal for the defender.
Brighton could still keep hold of Colwill but will have to pay a fee in excess of £25 million, as his parent club aren't keen on another loan. The Blues may look to convince him that he will be handed a more prominent role next season.
However, Colwill is yet to make a senior appearance for Chelsea. He has made 26 appearances for their U21s and has Premier League experience following his loan spell with the Seagulls.