Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal make Sesko decision; Chelsea fear Gittens hijack; Kean to Man United; Liverpool

Latest transfer news headlines

• Arsenal consider surprise Sesko decision
• Bayern plot surprise hijack of Chelsea target Gittens
• Crystal Palace make Guehi contract decision
• Arsenal target shock move for Zaire-Emery
• Man Utd move for Osimhen hijacked by Liverpool

Bayern consider Gittens hijack

Bayern Munich are pondering whether to hijack Chelsea’s move for Jamie Gittens.

The Blues tried to sign the Borussia Dortmund winger before the Club World Cup and had a £42m bid rejected, but are expected to return with an improved bid later this summer.

Kicker, though, claim that Bayern are also interested in Gittens and could rival Chelsea.

It’s reported that Cody Gakpo and Bradley Barcola are also being considered, but PSG are unlikely to sell Barcola and Bayern would prefer not to pay Liverpool a huge fee after missing out on Florian Wirtz.

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Arsenal could give up on Sesko

Arsenal’s pursuit of Benjamin Sesko is in danger of coming to an end.

The RB Leipzig striker is believed to be top of the wishlist for the Gunners, who are determined to strengthen in attack this summer.

However, while Arsenal are ready to pay the £70m asing price, The Mirror report that they are growing frustrated with Sesko’s wage demands.

Reaching an agreement has proved difficult so far and Arsenal are considering turning to Viktor Gyokeres instead.

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Bayern refusing to give up Williams pursuit

Bayern Munich are persisting with their pursuit of Nico Williams.

The Bundesliga side are hoping that Williams’ proposed - and preferred - move to Barcelona will fall through as a result of the Catalan club’s financial insecurities and previous history of being unable to register new signings.

Reports in Germany suggest that Vincent Kompany’s side do not want to walk away from a potential deal that could be done should Barca fail to land their top target.

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Fenerbahce offer David contract

Fenerbahce have offered a deal to perhaps the most sought-after free agent of this summer’s transfer window.

Jonathan David, the Canadian striker, will leave Ligue 1 side Lille at the end of his current contract in France.

Reports in Turkey say that an offer has been made by Jose Mourinho’s side to bring David to the Super Lig club.

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United table bid for Lunin

Manchester United have had a bid rejected for Andriy Lunin.

The Real Madrid goalkeeper is reportedly a target for the Old Trafford club in case either Andre Onana or Altay Bayindir leave the club this summer.

Spanish outlet Fichjaes claim that United have seen a €15million offer turned down by Madrid for the Ukrainian.

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Arsenal to wait on Rodrygo

Arsenal may wait until late in the transfer window to offer for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo as they look to trim down the price tag.

The Gunners have been in talks for the player throughout the summer, but are not willing to match the £70m asking price.

According to reports in The Mirror, they hope Real Madrid’s ‘stance may soften’ as the window drags on, meaning they could wait until the eleventh hour to complete a deal.

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Al Hilal target AC Milan star

Theo Hernandez remains of interest to Al Hilal after negotiations fell through ahead of the Club World Cup.

According to Fabrizio Romano, talks are ongoing this week. The clubs have reached an agreement, but the move is yet to be tied up on the player side.

The move is worth £25.6m with £4.2m in add-ons.

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Burnley to sign new keeper

Burnley are set to confirm a deal for Karlsruhe goalkeeper Max Weiß.

A medical is due to take place next week to complete the deal, thought to be worth £4.2m. He will sign a four-year contract.

Sky Germany report that Burnley believe he has potential to develop into their long-term No1.

Their current No1, James Trafford, has been linked with various Premier League clubs after Burnley confirmed their promotion to the top flight.

Weiß, 21, has been at Karlsruhe since 2021 and represented Germany at youth level.

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Pogba set for Monaco switch

Paul Pogba is set for a return to football with AC Monaco, according to reports.

The Frenchman has been suspended since 2024 for a doping violation, a charge which he has continually denied, writing in a statement: “I have never knowingly or deliberately taken any supplements that violate anti-doping regulations.”

According to Sky Sports, there positive talks have taken place between player and club, but a deal is not yet finalised. Talks will continue this week.

Pogba most recently played for Juventus in 2023.

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Fulham to profit from Elliot transfer

Fulham stand to profit from any deal for Harvey Elliot.

The Liverpool forward is said to be ready to leave the club in pursuit of more regular first-team football following the signing of Florian Wirtz, with Brighton reportedly ready to bid as much as £40m for his services.

He joined Liverpool from Fulham in 2019, and Cottagers insisted on the inclusion of a 20 per cent sell-on clause in his contract.

Should Elliot move for the reported fee, Fulham could earn around £8m.

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Brighton target Flamengo full-back

Brighton have made a £20m offer for Flamengo full-back Wesley França, according to the Daily Telegraph.

Flamengo are willing to sell the player, but will wait until after the Club World Cup to negotiate a deal.

Franca played 82 minutes as Flamengo beat Chelsea 3-1 in Philadelphia.

The player, 21, has been with Flamengo since 2021, since picking up five major honours.

United set Antony asking price

Manchester United have set their asking price for Antony, according to reports in the Manchester Evening News.

The club will look to recoup £32.5m from the £85m they invested in him in 2022.

He is also thought to be willing to take a cut on his £150,000-per-week wages in order to expedite a deal.

He spent the second half of last season on loan at Real Betis, scoring five goals in 17 league appearances as the club reached the final of the UEFA Conference League.

He will return to Old Trafford this summer, but is fully expected to leave the club. Should he fail to find a move before the club flies to the United States for preseason, he will be left to train alone at Carrington.

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Three way fight for Sancho

Three clubs have emerged as potential destinations for Jadon Sancho this summer.

The winger spent last season on loan from Man United at Chelsea, a move which he looked to make permanent, but could not reach an agreement for a pay packet.

Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce side has emerged as an option, though two Italian sides are also interested in Napoli and Juventus.

Juventus are thought to be preparing a bid of around £22m, but his £250,000-per-week wages are still a stumbling block.

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Leicester enter manager market

Leicester City are finally set to sack Ruud van Nistelrooy.

The Dutchman was hired in November to rescue the Foxes’ doomed Premier League campaign, but lost all but two of his 19 games in charge.

They have lined up Premier League legend Sean Dyche to take over, with both decisions set to be confirmed in early July.

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Guehi set to leave Palace

Marc Guehi will not sign a new Crystal Palace contract this summer, with the club now preferring to sell him this summer.

The centre-back captained the club to its first-ever major honour last season, but is now set to depart.

He is hoping to confirm a significant role at the 2026 World Cup.

Newcastle saw a £60m bid for his services turned down last summer, with Liverpool also now expected to offer for him.

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Brighton eye Elliot

Brighton have named Harvey Elliot as a ‘key target’ this summer.

The Liverpool attacking midfielder, formerly of Fulham, became unsettled towards the end of the season as reports of the Reds’ interest in Florian Wirtz intensified. Now the deal has been confirmed, Elliot seems ready to move for greener pastures.

He is thought to have a variety of other clubs interested in his services, both in the Premier League and abroad.

Brighton are prepared to offer £40m, according to reports in The Sun.

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Bayern Munich target Martinelli

Bayern Munich have reportedly named Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli on their shortlist of summer targets alongside a crop of world class talents.

The newly crowned German champions are looking to bolster their forward line after Leroy Sane joined Galatasaray as a free agent earlier this summer. They return to the drawing board after being pipped to Florian Wirtz’s signature by Liverpool, and have named a star-studded list of targets.

Martinelli, 24, is among their number. He joined the Gunners from third-tier Brazilian side Ituano for just £6million in 2019 and has become a first-team regular under Mikel Arteta, scoring eight goals and assisting four in 33 Premier League appearances last season.

Arsenal’s asking price for the player is not yet clear, though the Brazilian is not thought to be interested in leaving the club, with his contract not due to expire until 2027.

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WSL transfer latest: City sign young phenom, United eye Liverpool star

There are plenty of happenings in the WSL transfer market. Here’s the latest:

Man City have confirmed the signing of Iman Beney from YB Frauen. The striker, 18, was the youngest member of the Switzerland squad at the 2023 Women’s World Cup, and will don the No24 shirt.

Japan centre-back Moeka Minami has joined Brighton from Roma, where she has plied her trade since 2022 and won two Serie A titles.

Everton have confirmed the departure of Sara Holmgaard upon the expiry of her contract. She scored three goals and assisted four in 19 WSL appearances last season.

Wales international Ceri Holland is expected to sign a new Liverpool contract. The midfielder has been at the club since joining from the Kansas Jayhawks 2021.

Liverpool are also set to offer Japan international Fuka Nagano a new deal this summer amid transfer interest from Manchester United.

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Liverpool offer Nunez and Chiesa for Osimhen

Liverpool have entered into negotiations for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen as they look to refresh their attacking options ahead of next season’s Premier League title defence.

According to reports, the club has offered the out-of-favour pair of Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa to Napoli in exchange for Victor Osimhen, who spent last season on loan at Galatasaray.

The deal will not be straightforward, though, as Napoli hope to get more out of the deal.

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Szczęsny to extend Barcelona stay

Wojciech Szczęsny will spend another two seasons at Barcelona, club executive Deco has confirmed.

The Polish keeper came out of retirement to ease Barca’s injury crisis last season, keeping 14 clean sheets in 30 appearances in all competitions as they won La Liga and the Copa del Rey.

And the 35-year-old, formerly of Arsenal, Brentford, Juventus, and Roma, is now set to extend his playing career further.

“Wojciech Szczesny will sign a new deal at stay with us next season,” Deco confirmed.

The contract will see him stay at the Bernabeu through June 2027. Marc-Andre Ter Stegen seems set to leave the club this summer.

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Man United prepare Real Madrid deal

Manchester United are reportedly ready to table an offer for Real Madrid’s Andriy Lunin.

The Ukrainian shot-stopper joined Real in 2018, making 37 first-team La Liga appearances since, also serving loan spells at Leganes, Valladolid, and Oviedo. He is now playing second fiddle to Thibaut Courtois.

He could find a new home at United, though, who are looking to provide competition for or upgrade on Andre Onana.

They are set to offer £13m for the player, well shy of Real’s asking price, said to be as high as £21.4m

United are also seriously considering Aston Villa’s two-time Yashin Trophy winner Emi Martinez and Mike Maignan, who came close to joining Chelsea in the early summer transfer window.

De Bruyne to play a role in Grealish move

Kevin de Bruyne is reportedly working to convince Napoli to sign Jack Grealish.

De Bruyne joined Napoli on a free transfer earlier this month after a trophy-laden 10-year spell at City.

Grealish has been told by City manager Pep Guardiola to find a new club after he struggled for minutes last season and was left out of his Club World Cup squad. He could be set to follow De Bruyne in joining Napoli.

According to The Sun, Napoli head coach Antonio Conte has discussed Grealish with De Bruyne, who is said to have given a ‘glowing reference’.

Everton are in talks to take the winger on loan, though City are thought to prefer a permanent move.

Grealish hopes any move away from the Etihad will improve his chances of being called up to Thomas Tuchel’s England squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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Newcastle intensify Elanga interest

Newcastle are reportedly willing to sacrifice Harvey Barnes to raise funds for Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga.

Elanga, who scored six goals and assisted 11 in the last Premier League season, is said to be available for £50m.

The Magpies could be set to offer Barnes in either a player-plus-cash deal or a straight player swap.

Barnes has struggled for impact at Newcastle since signing from Leicester in 2023, scoring 14 goals in 63 appearances.

Aston Villa and Manchester United are both thought to hold an interest in the player. Newcastle have also highlighted Brighton’s João Pedro as an alternative if they cannot land their top choice in Elanga.

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Bournemouth hold out for Zabarnyi

Bournemouth are hoping to secure as high a price as possible for Illya Zabarnyi as negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain wear on.

PSG made an offer of £51.4m for the centre-back this week, though Bournemouth are set to reject this. They are said to rate the player highly and believe he has considerable potential. As such, they are not keen to move him on.

He is under contract until 2030. Negotiations are expected to close in the coming days, but it is unclear whether an agreement will be reached.

The Ukrainian joined the Cherries in January 2023 and made 36 Premier League appearances last season.

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Courtois: I want to retire at Real Madrid

Thibaut Courtois has committed the remainder of his career to Real Madrid.

The Belgium international, now 33, is expected to enter into contract extension talks with Los Blancos after the Club World Cup.

He joined the club from Chelsea in 2018, and has since won three La Liga and two Champions League titles.

Speaking ahead of tonight’s match against Pachuca, he said: “I hope I can renew. I’m very happy at Real Madrid, playing here is a dream and every year that passes is another dream.

“I’m at the club’s complete disposal, they know I want to stay here... and hopefully retire here. But now it’s time to prove myself on the pitch. The rest will be easy to resolve.”

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Deco speaks on Barcelona transfer to-do list

Barcelona legend turned club director Deco has spoken on the future of various Blaugrana players, both current and future, in a wide-ranging interview with La Vanguardia.

On Ansu Fati: “With his age and career, Ansu Fati can't stay without playing. If he leaves, it will be on a loan. He is 23 but people talk about him like he's 30. He still has a lot to grow and learn.”

On Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams’ friendship: “Nico’s name was already on the table last season, the idea of signing him has always been there. Their friendship is a nice bonus, of course… but this isn’t a club for friends — we’re here to work and to win.”

On Frenkie de Jong: “This is the de Jong we want. We want him to stay with us. He has one more year under contract with us and we are going to analyse things calmly.”

On Marc Andre Ter Stegen: “I don't need to speak with Ter Stegen. My job is to build the best possible squad for the coach, not deciding who plays. No contract guarantees anyone a starting spot. It's the coach who makes those decisions.”

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Arsenal target Brentford star

Arsenal could be in the market for a new midfield if Thomas Partey leaves.

Contract talks with Partey have reached a stand-off and the Gunners are being linked with a surprise move for Brentford captain Christian Norgaard.

Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad but Mikel Arteta is said to be keen to add another experienced midfielder to his squad.

Norgaard impressed for Brentford last season and the Mirror report “a formal move” for the Denmark international could follow if Partey departs.

Tottenham have also been linked with Norgaard.

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Liverpool deal 'here we go'

Liverpool have agreed a £35million deal to sell Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen, which could pave the way for them to move for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi.

Leverkusen will pay an initial £30m plus £5m in add-ons for Quansah.

The England Under-21 international has agreed a five-year contract with the Bundesliga side.

Fabrizio Romano has given the Quansah deal the “here we go” stamp and says Liverpool have inserted a buy-back clause to give them a future option to re-sign him.

His exit frees up Liverpool to move for Guehi, with Palace looking to cash in on a player who has just one year left on his contract.

Fulham midfielder chooses Everton

Fulham’s Kenny Tete has reportedly agreed a three-year contract with Everton.

He will join the club as a free agent, with the move due to be formally completed next week.

The Dutchman has 14 international caps and made 109 league appearances for Fulham since signing from Lyon in 2020.

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Chelsea end interest in Spanish talent

Chelsea have ended their interest in Deportivo La Coruna winger Yeremay Hernandez.

The Blues have been linked with the 22-year-old, who scored 15 goals and registered five assists in 39 appearances in Spain last season.

But a move for Hernandez has now been ruled out after he signed a new long-term contract at Deportivo.

Arsenal striker search hits the rocks

Arsenal’s search for a new striker has “hits the rocks”, according to a fresh report that says the Gunners are growing frustrated with Benjamin Sesko over his wage demands.

New Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta has been in talks over Sesko and Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres.

It seemed Sesko had emerged as the top target but the Sun report his camp are “looking for a contract much higher than Arsenal plan to pay” and “that may force a change of direction”.

Sesko has an asking price of around £70m.

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Williams wants to join Barcelona

Barcelona director Deco has confirmed Nico Williams wants to join to the Catalan giants.

Williams has been a long-term target for Arsenal but it has become clear in recent weeks that the Spain star is unlikely to move to Emirates Stadium.

“Yes, Nico Williams wants to come,” said Deco. “And we will try!

“Nico, same as other players, is showing a strong desire to come… and if the right conditions are met in his case, we’ll definitely try to complete the deal.”

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'Exploratory talks' over Chelsea striker

Nicolas Jackson’s Chelsea future continues to be the subject of speculation following his latest misdemeanour.

Jackson was sent off in Friday’s Club World Cup defeat to Flamengo and Chelsea are interested in signing another new striker following the £30million arrival of Liam Delap.

Now Juventus and Napoli are said to have held “exploratory talks” over the signing of Jackson, according to Gianluca di Marzio.

But the report says Chelsea are “unlikely to sell” Jackson.

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Arsenal ready to accelerate Rodrygo move

Arsenal continue to be linked with a move for Rodrygo.

Now fresh reports in Spain say the Gunners have decided to press ahead in their bid to sign Real Madrid forward this summer.

Arsenal look set to miss out on Nico Williams but Rodrygo has emerged a serious target and AS report they are ready to make their move for the Brazilian.

A deal for Rodrygo could cost as much as £77million and the report in Spain claims Arsenal are ready to make significant sale to fund the move.

Guardiola wants to cut Man City squad

Pep Guardiola has said Manchester City will actively trim down their squad before the start of the new season.

Ilkay Gundogan is being linked with Galatasaray, while Jack Grealish, Kalvin Phillips and Kyle Walker are not in the City squad at the Club World Cup and could leave.

Guardiola said: “We have - right now - a long squad, too many players, so we cannot go with 26, 27 players this season because there would be more without playing, and step by step maybe a few players are going to more.”

On Gundogan’s future, Guardiola said: “No news, good news. I don't know anything, I didn't speak with him, and if he will not be part he would not be here.”

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Spurs join race for Garnacho

Tottenham have entered the race to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United.

Garnacho looks set to leave Old Trafford this summer and fresh reports claim Spurs are interested in the 20-year-old amid doubts over the future of captain Heung-min Son.

United are said to want around £50m for Garnacho, who has also been linked with Chelsea and Napoli.

Garnacho is free to move after falling out with Ruben Amorim.

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No Chelsea plans over Maignan deal

There has been a lot of talk about whether Chelsea will go back in for Mike Maignan after failing with a move for the AC Milan goalkeeper before the Club World Cup.

But Fabrizio Romano claims the Blues are not planning to revisit a deal for Maignan this summer.

Romano says “talks with AC Milan and agents are off since 12 days ago” and that Chelsea “maintain their confidence in the goalkeepers they have”.

Arsenal 'agree' first summer deal

As well as moving for Warren Zaire-Emery, Arsenal are said to have reached an agreement over a surprise deal for Leicester playmaker Bilal El Khannouss.

El Khannouss was one of the few shining lights for Leicester last season and Arsenal have agreed a deal with his agents, according to AfricaFoot.

The report claims Mikel Arteta believes the 21-year-old “can become a key part” of his midfield and has given the green light for the signing to proceed.

El Khannouss is a Morocco international and joined Leicester for £21million from Genk last season.

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Liverpool close in on Guehi deal

It emerged last night that Marc Guehi is ready to run down his contract at Crystal Palace and join Liverpool on a free transfer next summer.

But fresh reports claim are ready to launch a move to sign the England centre-back this summer.

Team Talk say Liverpool are “very close” to reaching an agreement with the player on personal terms and that they are looking to “move quickly” to win the race to sign Guehi, with Newctasle and Arsenal still being linked with him.

The report says Palace value Guehi at £70m but will considering selling him for around £45m.

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Chelsea have new defender target

Chelsea continue to target a new centre-back and Nottingham Forest defender Murillo has emerged as new target at Stamford Bridge.

Murillo starred for Forest last season and is valued at as much as £80million.

Chelsea continue to be linked with Sporting defender Ousmane Diomande but football.london report that Murillo is also now an option.

The Brazilian was one of the standout players in the Forest side that qualified for Europe last season and it is no surprise he is attracting transfer interest.

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Arsenal target shock move for PSG star

Some big news this morning on Arsenal, who are lining up a shock move for Paris Saint-Germain star Warren Zaire-Emery.

The Gunners are closing in on the signing of Martin Zubimendi but fresh reports claim Mikel Arteta is working to add a second key midfielder to his squad.

Zaire-Emery has made over 100 appearances for PSG but the 19-year-old has failed to hold down a regular starting spot for the Champions League winners.

That has fuelled speculation over his future and Fichajes in Spain claim Arsenal are working on a deal to sign him.

The report says PSG “could open the door if Arsenal comes with a strong offer” for Zaire-Emery, who is under contract until 2029 and can play in multiple roles.

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Fenerbahce table Duran offer

Fenerbahce want to sign Jhon Duran.

Reports in Turkey claim that the Colombian striker is keen on a return to European football after his move to Saudi side Al-Nassr.

Fener, managed by Jose Mourinho, have reportedly offered €16m to take Duran on loan for next season.

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Guehi prepared to see out Palace deal

Marc Guehi is set to run down his contract at Crystal Palace.

Reports in the Guardian claim that the England centre-back is willing to leave the south London outfit on a free, if it means that he can join Liverpool, who are keen on signing him.

Palace would rather sell their captain this summer for a transfer fee.

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Chelsea will not renew Maignan interest

Chelsea won’t revisit their interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

The Blues had tabled an offer for the Frenchman ahead of the Club World Cup, but will now not re-enter negotiations, claiming that they are happy with the goalkeepers that they have.

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Rashford: I'd love to play with Yamal

Marcus Rashford has revealed that he wants to play with Lamine Yamal.

Rashford is surplus to requirements at Manchester United under Ruben Amorim, and United are searching for suitors as they plan his exit.

The England forward, who spent the second half of last season at Aston Villa, told YouTuber xBuyer that he “wants to play with the best”, before name-checking Barcelona winger Yamal.

Rashford has been the subject of interest from Barca, but it appears that the Catalan club are more set on signing Nico Williams at present.

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Atletico chase Digne

Atletico Madrid are looking to sign Lucas Digne.

The Spanish side are targeting a new left-back, and want to do it on the cheap.

Previous reports said that Diego Simeone admired Liverpool’s Andy Robertson, but he also has Aston Villa’s Digne on his shortlist, according to Football Insider.

The report claims that the Frenchman could be available, with Atleti looking to get a cut-price deal as they prepare an £8million bid.

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PSV offered Ferguson

Evan Ferguson seems to be unwanted at Brighton.

The Irish striker was shipped out on loan to West Ham last season, and it appears that Fabian Hurzeler does not rate him.

Now, the 20-year-old could leave the Amex Stadium once again, with Football Insider claiming that he had been offered to Eredivisie side PSV Eindhoven.

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Sunderland pursue Vanat

Sunderland are leading the race to sign Vladyslav Vanat.

The Black Cats are keen on adding the 23-old-striker from Dynamo Kyiv, with the Ukrainian side wanting £21million for their main man.

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City open to Gundogan departure

Man City are open to letting Ilkay Gundogan leave this summer.

The Citizens resigned the German midfielder last summer from Barcelona after a year away from the Etihad Stadium, but are now willing to let him leave once more, with Galatasaray reportedly keen on bringing him to Turkey.

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Quansah to Leverkusen 'done'

Jarell Quansah is a Bayer Leverkusen player.

The Liverpool centre-back has completed a move to the Bundesliga side in a deal thought to be in the region of €30million.

Sky Germany report that the agreement is sealed between the two clubs, and that the England defender will complete his switch to Die Werkself.

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Fulham eye Palhinha return

Fulham are interested in bringing Joao Palhinha back to the club.

The Cottagers are exploring a move that that would see the Portuguese midfielder return to Craven Cottage just a year on from his switch to the Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich.

Palhinha has failed to really make an impact at the Allianz Arena, and often finds himself on the substitutes’ bench behind the likes of Aleksandar Pavlovic and Joshua Kimmich in the Bayern midfield.

The Daily Mail report that Fulham are keen to re-sign their once-loved hero and reunite him with compatriot and former manager Marco Silva.

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Saudi interest rivals Monaco for Pogba

There is Saudi Arabian interest in Paul Pogba.

The former Manchester United midfielder is set for a return to football following a ban for doping.

The Frenchman has been courted by Monaco, with reports claiming that a deal was close, but that could now be blown out of the water by Saudi interest, with Foot Mercato claiming that Al-Ittihad are hoping to complete a swoop for Pogba.

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Zubimendi visits London Colney

Martin Zubimendi has visited London Colney ahead of his proposed move to Arsenal.

The Real Sociedad midfielder is set to complete a switch to north London in a deal worth £55million.

BBC Sport report that the Spaniard visited the Gunners’ Hertfordshire training base in order to complete the formalities of his projected transfer, with an announcement of the move to come shortly.

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Carnesecchi a Man Utd target if Onana leaves

Marco Carnesecchi has been lined up as a potential replacement for Andre Onana should the Cameroonian leave Manchester United.

Carnesecchi, the Atalanta goalkeeper, is among a host of shot-stoppers linked with a move to Untied, with Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez reportedly ‘desperate’ to join Ruben Amorim’s side.

Di Marzio reports, however, that the Portuguese head coach could turn to Carnesecchi to succeed Onana.

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Isak an 'unrealistic' target for Liverpool

Alexander Isak is an unrealistic target for Liverpool, despite contrasting reports.

The Swedish striker has previously been reported as the Reds’ primary target for the centre-forward berth, with Arne Slot keen to stamp his authority on his current squad.

Isak had recently been linked with a big-money move to Merseyside, with the champions throwing cash around early in the summer window.

Florian Wirtz was confirmed as a Liverpool player on Friday as he completed a £116million move from Bayer Leverkusen, to add to the signing ofJeremie Frimpong.

Bournemouth’s Milos Kerkez is set for a move to Merseyside in a £40m deal, but Liverpool’s big-spending does not, according to the Telegraph, extend to Newcastle’s Isak.

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Juve interested in Sancho

Juventus are the latest club to register an interest in Jadon Sancho.

The Serie A outfit, who are currently competing in the Club World Cup, are reportedly keen on bringing the Manchester United winger to Italy, although they could face competition from champions Napoli.

Sky report that Igor Tudor’s side want Sancho at the Allianz Stadium, with the 25-year-old surplus to requirements at Old Trafford after he was sent back from his loan spell at Chelsea.

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Holmgaard to leave Everton, Real interested

Sara Holmgaard will leave Everton when her contract expires this summer.

Holmgaard, the left-back, made 19 appearances and chipped in with three goals and four assists in the season just passed.

Real Madrid are interested in her signature, and are pursuing a deal on a free transfer after she turned down a new deal on Merseyside.

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Onana wants to stay at Man United

Andre Onana’s preference is to stay at Manchester United and fight for his place next season.

Monaco have approached Onana’s representatives over a move to France, with United said to be open to selling.

But The Times report that Onana has a high opinion of Ruben Amorim and wants to prove he is good enough to remain as the club’s number one.

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Palhinha pondering Premier League return

Palhinha is considering leaving Bayern Munich and returning to the Premier League.

The midfielder left Fulham last summer for around £44m, but is already said to be considering his future.

CFBayern Insider claim that Palhinha will hold talks with Vincent Kompany over his role at Bayern next season and make a decision from there.

Fulham are believed to be keen to bring Palhinha back to Craven Cottage and Manchester United are also interested. Bayern would want around £25m.

Italian interest in Jackson

Juventus are said to be monitoring Nicolas Jackson’s situation at Chelsea.

The Blues striker was sent off last night in the Club World Cup, having also been dismissed to miss the closing stages of the Premier League season.

Di Marzio report that Chelsea are now open to the possibility of selling Jackson and Juventus would be keen on signing him.

Napoli are also said to have interest.

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Liverpool eye shock Osimhen swap

Liverpool have turned their attention to Victor Osimhen, according to reports in Italy.

The Reds have already wrapped up the signings of Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz, while Milos Kerkez is set to follow and Marc Guehi is now a key target.

Local media in Naples claim that an offer has now been made for Osimhen for a straight swap with Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa.

It’s reported that Napoli want those two players as well as £17m.

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Wirtz: First conversation with Slot had impact

Florian Wirtz has revealed how his first conversation with Arne Slot convinced him to make the move to Liverpool

The 22-year-old has completed his switch from Bayer Leverkusen for an initial £100m fee with a further £16m in add-ons, which if achieved will make it a British transfer record.

Wirtz has signed a five-year contract and follows Jeremie Frimpong, who has been helping him learn English, in making the move from Leverkusen to Liverpool.

Speaking in his first interview since the transfer was made official, Wirtz was asked about the discussions he had with Slot when considering his future.

“The conversations were always really good,” Wirtz said.

“I can remember the first time, he already showed me some scenes of how we want to play and how I could fit in the team. He was just telling me that I'm a player he really wants to have in his team and can bring the team a step forward.

“I just could imagine it [being] good to be in the team and to make it better because I have to make my performances every week – but I'm here for this.”

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Semenyo valuation puts off suitors

Tottenham have interest in Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo but are not currently pursuing a move.

The Athletic report that Spurs have made an enquiry and have been told that the Cherries value Semenyo at around £70m.

That valuation is believed to be putting off Manchester United and Spurs are currently undecided about acting on their interest.

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Antony pushing for summer exit

Antony is willing to take a pay cut to secure a move away from Manchester United this summer.

The winger spent the second half of last season on loan at Real Betis and is keen to return to the Spanish club, with Ruben Amorim making it clear Antony is not in his plans.

The Manchester Evening News report that Antony is prepared to take a 30% wage to leave United on a permanent deal.

United need a fee of £32.58m to avoid a loss under the Premier League's profitability and sustainability regulations.

Andrews in line for Brentford job

Talks are continuing between Brentford and Keith Andrews, who is the leading candidate to become their new manager.

The Bees are searching for a new head coach after Thomas Frank — who had been in post since 2018 — left last week to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham.

Standard Sport understands that Brentford’s set-piece coach Andrews is the front-runner to replace the Dane. He and the club’s hierarchy continue to discuss details and there is growing optimism that a deal can be agreed.

If he were to get the job, it would be the ex-Republic of Ireland international's first head coaching role.

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Martinez eyes up Man United move

Emiliano Martinez is determined to secure a move to Manchester United this summer.

The goalkeeper wants to leave Aston Villa and United are his preferred destination as he wants to stay in England.

United must first sell Andre Onana, but The Sun report that Martinez is desperate to make the switch.

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Atletico turn away from Robertson

Atletico Madrid have reportedly opened talks with Lucas Digne, putting into doubt an expected move for Andy Robertson.

The Spanish club have been strongly linked with the Liverpool left-back over the last couple of weeks, with the suggestion that Robertson was open to the move.

However, Football Insider report that Atletico are now looking at Digne and are preparing an £8m bid.

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Galatasaray keen on Gundogan

Ilkay Gundogan is being targeted for a summer move by Galatasaray.

Football journalist Nicolò Schira claims that the Turkish club have offered the Man City midfielder a two-year contract, with the option to extend for a further 12 months.

Gundogan is not believed to be pushing for the move, but the length of the contract could be appealing to the 34-year-old.

Arsenal linked with Premier League midfielder

Arsenal could turn to Christian Norgaard as they consider potential replacements for Thomas Partey.

The Ghanaian is out of contract at the end of the month and talks have stalled over a new deal.

The Mirror report that Arsenal are now looking at Brentford captain Norgaard as an option if Partey does leave this summer.

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Man United face goalkeeper decision

Manchester United are in talks with Atalanta over a move for goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi.

Sky Sport Italy report that United have received an enquiry from Monaco for Andre Onana and are already eyeing up potential replacements.

It is believed that Atalanta want around £43m for 24-year-old Carnesecchi.

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Nuno handed new Forest contract

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo has been rewarded for a superb season with a new three-year contract.

The deal will see him remain at the City Ground until at least 2028.

The 51-year-old guided Forest to a seventh-place finish in the Premier League last season, securing European qualification for the first time since the 1995-96 season.

Nuno said: "I am delighted to be able to continue our journey at this fantastic football club.

"Since we arrived at Forest, we have worked extremely hard to create a special bond between the players, the fans and everyone at the Club, which helped us achieve great things last season.

"I would like to thank our owner, Mr Marinakis, for his constant support and backing. It is important to me to share a strong relationship with our ownership and we have thoroughly enjoyed working together ever since I arrived at Forest.

"Now is the time to work harder than ever as we strive for more special memories together."

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Guehi move to Liverpool in doubt

Marc Guehi will only move to Liverpool if he is convinced he will be a guaranteed starter.

With Jarell Quansah joining Bayer Leverkusen on a £34m deal, it had been expected that the Reds would put that money towards a bid for Crystal Palace captain Guehi.

However, while that remains a possibility, Sky Sports report that Guehi will not join only as a squad player and needs sufficient assurances from Liverpool.

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Maresca wants Diomande at Chelsea

Enzo Maresca views Ousmane Diomande as a priority signing this summer.

The Sporting centre-back has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, with Arsenal and Manchester United both previously interested.

According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea are currently leading the race for Diomande but are unwilling to pay the £69m release clause.

They are in talks over structuring the deal to bring the fee down.

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Arsenal push on with Hato talks

Arsenal have accelerated their interest in Jorell Hato.

Caught Offside claim that the Gunners have offered the Ajax defender a six-year contract as they look to wrap up a deal for the 19-year-old.

Hato is valued at around £30m, but Chelsea are also believed to be lining up a move.

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Chelsea plot Pedro hijack

Chelsea could make a big-money move for Brighton star Joao Pedro.

The Brazilian is a key target for Newcastle, who have been in talks over a £60m deal and hoped to complete a deal.

However, The Sun report that Chelsea also have real interest in Pedro and could now rival the Magpies, with both having Champions League football to offer.

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Arsenal new midfield target

Arsenal are said to be in the running to sign French midfielder Lucien Agoume.

Currently under contract at Sevilla through 2028, he has been scouted several times by Arsenal this season.

He is thought to be available for £20m, and is considered to be a potential replacement for Thomas Partey should he leave Arsenal this summer.

He has appeared throughout the France youth ranks and joined Sevilla from Inter Milan in 2024.

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Emi Martinez latest

Aston Villa’s Emi Martinez is reportedly open to joining Manchester United this summer.

United would not offer for him, though, unless Andre Onana is offloaded, and he has not yet been told that he is surplus to requirements.

They have not made a formal approach to Villa as of yet, but have opened talks with the player.

Martinez was sent off for a foul on Rasmus Hojlund at Old Trafford on the final day of the Premier League season.

London City sign Lyon star

London City Lionesses have signed free agent Danielle van de Donk on a two-year deal.

Van de Donk will join from Lyon upon the expiry of her contract. She plied her trade for Arsenal between 2015 and 2021, winning the WSL, WSL Cup, and FA Cup in that time. She became a European champion with the Netherlands in 2017.

London City were promoted to the WSL for the first time in their history last season, and become the first women’s side unaffiliated with a men’s team to reach the top flight.

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PSG submit fresh offer for Zabarnyi

Paris Saint-Germain have gone back in for Bournemouth centre-back Illia Zabarnyi, improving their bid to £55m.

The initial bid was said to be in the region of £45m, and was swiftly rejected.

Bournemouth value the player in excess of £70m and are not keen to sell following the departures of Dean Huijsen and the soon-to-be-completed sale of Milos Kerkez to Liverpool.

Chelsea told to steer clear of Garnacho

Emmanuel Petit has warned Chelsea off making a move for Alejandro Garnacho.

The Blues have previously been linked with interest in the Argentine, who has been told by Manchester United to find a new club this summer.

“Chelsea should steer clear of Alejandro Garnacho, he might be a decent guy but I didn’t like his behaviour on Manchester United’s tour,” Petit told talkSPORTBET.

“He is showing frustration but has had a lot of chances to show his potential on the pitch, but still we don’t know what to expect from him. He gives 100% and shows great commitment, but we haven’t seen him really improve as a player.

“The mentality is there on the pitch but he hasn’t been improving step by step. Chelsea already have wingers in similar situations with the same frustrations. Signing Garnacho is not a good idea.”

Manchester United plot Ekitike plan

Manchester United are looking to offer a player-plus-cash deal for Hugo Ekitike, with Joshua Zirkzee tipped to be involved.

Frankfurt are demanding a fee of around £85m, with Chelsea known to be interested.

Cash-strapped United, though, could look to trim that fee down with the inclusion of Zirkzee, whom they signed from Bologna for £36.5m last summer.

They also remain in conversations for Viktor Gyokeres.

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Kudus rumours set to rumble on

Mohammed Kudus’ future at West Ham remains in doubt, with club captain Jarrod Bowen the only player definitely not for sale this summer.

Much could be decided at the beginning of next month. Kudus has a 10-day release clause which comes into effect on July 1 and runs until July 10.

During that time, he can be bought out of his West Ham contract by European clubs for £80million, Premier League rivals for £85m or Saudi sides for £120m. That could be when interest in the forward intensifies even more.

Though Kudus scored and assisted a handful of times each last season, for long periods he appeared isolated and uninvolved.

His employers doubtless took note — if not actively concerned by his drop-off in output from the previous season then certainly more willing to at least consider his sale, especially if that means alleviating the club from what is effectively a sell-to-buy policy.

If West Ham are banking on any player sale bumping up the coughers this summer, it is Kudus, who is believed to be keen on moving on, though he would not force through an exit.

Whether he and West Ham do part ways remains to be seen, but one thing is absolutely guaranteed. Those Kudus transfer rumours are not going away. They could rumble on and on all summer.

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Walker-Peters eyed for Spurs return

Kyle Walker-Peters could make a surprise return to Tottenham.

The 28-year-old was a Spurs player until his move to Southampton in 2020 and he has been with the Saints ever since.

However, he is out of contract at the end of this month and is on the hunt for a new club.

Football.london report that Spurs view Walker-Peters as an appealing option on a free transfer to help with Champions League registration as a club-trained player.

However, there are other priorities and a move would likely be put on hold until later in the summer.

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Liverpool reach Kerkez agreement

Liverpool are on the verge of completing a £40m deal for Milos Kerkez.

It has been widely reported that the Reds have now reached a full agreement with Bournemouth, with a medical set for next week.

Kerkez’s arrival could lead to Andy Roberton’s departure this summer, as Atletico Madrid are pushing to sign the Scottish star.

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Napoli keen on Nunez

Napoli are eyeing up a move for Darwin Nunez.

Liverpool are open to selling the striker this summer, to raise funds to bring in a new forward, and there is interest in him despite an inconsistent time of it at Anfield.

Matte Moretto reports that Nunez is first choice for Antonio Conte’s Napoli, but Liverpool are demanding more than £40m.

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Rashford could be set for another loan

Manchester United would be open to sending Marcus Rashford out on loan again next season.

The forward is not in Ruben Amorim’s plans and, after spending the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa, is on the hunt for a new club.

The Manchester Evening News report that although United want to sell Rashford, he is unwilling to take a wage cut on his current £325,000-a-week salary.

That is limiting options for a permanent sale and so United are preparing for another loan exit.

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Wirtz completes medical!

We could finally have an end to the Florian Wirtz talk...

He has now fully completed his Liverpool medical, according to Fabrizio Romano, and has signed a five-year contract.

An official announcement is likely to come later today.

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Update on Liverpool interest in Isak

There has been a lot of talk in recent days about Liverpool making a huge move for Alexander Isak.

With Florian Wirtz’s arrival likely to be announced today, the Reds are turning their focus to other targets and want to sign a striker.

However, The Telegraph report that Newcastle still have no interest in selling Isak.

It’s claimed that a bid of more than £150m would be required to even start negotiations, with the Magpies expected to demand close to the world record £200m that PSG paid for Neymar.

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Four Man United players to be left out of tour

Ruben Amorim will leave Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Antony out of Manchester United’s pre-season tour of the United States as they look for moves away from Old Trafford.

The Portuguese is facing a comprehensive overhaul of his squad after a challenging campaign saw them finish 15th in the Premier League and lose to Tottenham in the Europa League final.

He has wasted little time in deciding which players will be cut out of his long-term plans, targeting a new look attack as he placed Rashford, Sancho, Garnacho, and Antony up for sale.

According to reports in The Sun, United hope to sell the quartet early in the summer, and they will be left to train individually at the Carrington training ground should they fail to find a move before the Red Devils fly out for preseason.

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Maresca responds to Madueke rumours

Enzo Maresca says Chelsea have no intention of selling Noni Madueke this summer.

Arsenal were yesterday linked with a surprise move for Madueke as the club continues to scour the transfer market for upgrades to their attacking line-up.

Madueke has reportedly been looked at as a summer window opportunity but, when asked for an update on the player's future, Maresca dismissed talk of an exit.

Maresca told reporters: "Noni is our player, you can read a lot of speculation at the moment but we consider Noni our player for the coming season."

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Arsenal sent Zaire-Emery message

Arsenal have shown interest in PSG midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery.

According to TBR Football, the Gunners have made an enquiry and are pondering a move for the 19-year-old.

However, they have been told that PSG currently have no plans to let Zaire-Emery leave.

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Zubimendi arrives in London

Martin Zubimendi has arrived in London to finalise his move to Arsenal.

The Real Sociedad midfielder will join the Gunners, who activated his release clause of around £51m.

There had been talk of Real Madrid trying to hijack the deal, but Arsenal look set to finally secure the Spaniard’s signature.

The Athletic report that Zubimendi is currently in London to meet club officials and complete the necessary formalities.

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Man United make Martinez approach

Emiliano Martinez’s future remains up in the air but Manchester United are said to be monitoring the situation.

The goalkeeper has been strongly linked with a move away from Aston Villa this summer and it has been reported that he is keen to join Unite.

Argentine outlet Olé claim that United have moved ahead of the likes of Barcelona and Atletico Madrid to register their interest.

They have been told that Villa want around £35m for Martinez.

Kerkez to Liverpool a 'done deal'

Milos Kerkez is set to complete his move to Liverpool next week.

Sky Germany report that the Bournemouth left-back will sign a long-term contract, with a full agreement reached between the two clubs.

A medical is set to be booked in for next week - Liverpool not messing around this summer!

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Quansah to complete Leverkusen move

Bayer Leverkusen are close to wrapping up the signing of Liverpool defender Jarell Quansah.

The Bundesliga club have agreed a final fee of around £30m plus £5m in add-ons, with talks between the clubs in the final stages.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Quansah has given the green light to the move and it is likely to be completed in the next 48 hours.

Liverpool are set to use that money to fund a move for Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi.

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Chelsea plot Pedro hijack

Chelsea could make a big-money move for Brighton star Joao Pedro.

The Brazilian is a key target for Newcastle, who have been in talks over a £60m deal and hoped to complete a deal.

However, The Sun report that Chelsea also have real interest in Pedro and could now rival the Magpies, with both having Champions League football to offer.

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Kehl reveals Gittens 'conversations'

Borussia Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl is confident Jamie Gittens will remain “professional” as speculation continues over his future.

Chelsea pushed to sign the winger before the start of the Club World Cup and had a £42million bid rejected by the Bundesliga club.

The second transfer window of the summer is open and the Blues remain determined to sign Gittens, having agreed personal terms with the 20-year-old.

Chelsea are expected to return with an improved offer, though it remains to be seen if it will meet Dortmund’s valuation of around £50m.

“We’ve had one or two conversations with Jamie in the last few days,” Kehl said of Gittens.

“He’s professional enough to know he has to perform. That’s also in his nature. Jamie will still be very important for us in this tournament. We’ll see what happens after that.

“But I don’t have a negative opinion of him.”

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Tottenham make Kudus approach

Tottenham have enquired about the possibility of signing Mohammed Kudus.

West Ham are said to be open to selling the 24-year-old for the right price, to enable the squad to be rebuilt under Graham Potter.

EXWHUEmployee reports that Spurs have made a £50m approach, but that will not be accepted.

Kudus has an £85m release clause and West Ham are holding out for closer to that figure.

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Gyokeres makes transfer decision

Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly told friends and family he will join Arsenal this summer.

The Sporting striker was strongly linked with a move to Manchester United to join up with former boss Ruben Amorim.

However, talkSPORT claim that Gyokeres expects to make the move to the Gunners, even though a fee has not yet been agreed.

While Gyokeres had hoped Sporting would accept around £60m, it’s believed they want closer to £80m for the 27-year-old.

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