Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal enter Eze talks, Norgaard medical; Mbeumo to Man Utd; Chelsea 'sign' Gittens

Latest transfer news headlines

• Arsenal turn to Eze as Rodrygo alternative
• Norgaard medical amid Mosquera talks
• Man Utd learn of fresh Mbeumo demand
• Gyokeres makes drastic U-turn
• Chelsea close in on £50m Gittens
• Liverpool turn to Isak in new striker plan

Branthwaite in advanced talks over Everton extension

Jarrad Branthwaite is closing in on a new contract with Everton.

According to Everton insider The Bobble, negotiations between club and players are advancing.

Branthwaite’s current deal runs until 2027 and the club are keen to tie down one of their most valuable assets to longer terms.

Manchester United have previously shown interest in Branthwaite, while Tottenham have recently been linked.

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BREAKING NEWS: Heaton signs new Man Utd contract

More breaking news as Manchester United have confirmed that Tom Heaton has signed a new one-year contract.

Heaton returned to the club in 2021, having previously come through the academy, but has not played since a League Cup outing two seasons ago.

The goalkeeper will now be tied to United beyond his 40th birthday.

Heaton said: "I am extremely proud to continue to represent Manchester United. As a group, we are all really excited for the season ahead.

“I am ready to support the team in every capacity as we prepare to get back to challenging for the biggest honours.”

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BREAKING NEWS: Leicester sack Van Nistelrooy

Leicester have finally made a decision over the future of manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Van Nistelrooy said: “I would like to personally thank the Leicester City players, coaches, academy and all the staff I have worked with for their professionalism and dedication during my time at the Club and to thank the fans for their support, and take this opportunity to wish the Club well for the future.”

Werner heading Stateside

Timo Werner could be set for a move to the MLS after NY Red Bulls made an approach to RB Leipzig.

As first reported by The Athletic, the two clubs are in talks.

Werner spent last season on loan at Tottenham and played a bit-part role. His Leipzig contract expires in 2026.

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Hato free to decide future

Jorrel Hato is now free of international commitments and can therefore sort out his future amid links to Arsenal and Chelsea.

The young defender captained Netherlands U21 in their European Championship semi-final defeat by England yesterday evening.

There has been talk of the Gunners pushing hard for Hato but a deal could be dependant on getting Alex Zinchenko out the door first.

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Arsenal set to announce Kepa deal

Kepa Arrizabalaga has completed his medical with Arsenal.

The goalkeeper is set to join the Gunners from Chelsea in a deal worth £5m and is putting the final touches on the move.

Sky Sports are reporting that an announcement is expected by Arsenal in the next 24 hours.

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Liverpool closing in on Guehi deal

Liverpool are not standing still after winning the Premier League title this time around.

Having already signed Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz and Milos Kerkez for combined fees of just under £200m, fresh reports claim the Reds are closing in on a deal for Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi.

The central defender is approaching the final year of his contract with Palace and it is being reported that he is likely to be joining Liverpool.

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Arsenal to rival Atletico Madrid for Carlos Augusto

Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are considering a move for Inter Milan left--back Carlos Augusto, according to reports in Italy.

Atleti's interest dates back to when Andrea Berta was at the club and the report states the Gunners' interest is mainly because of their new sporting director has not forgotten him.

Arsenal have been linked with several left-backs already this summer and are expected to lose Olekandr Zinchenko at some point.

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Postecoglou lined up for shock new job

LAFC are considering an approach to sign Ange Postecoglou, according to BBC Sport.

Their current head coach, Steve Cherundolo, will leave the club at the end of the season as he looks to move back to Germany.

Postecoglou was sacked by Tottenham despite winning the Europa League last season.

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Acheampong not for sale, says Chelsea

Chelsea will not look to sell Josh Acheampong this summer, according to reports.

The news comes amid reports Borussia Dortmund were interested in taking him on, but the Blues will not look to sell as he signed a contract just a few months ago.

He is seen as a key part of the Chelsea project and has impressed at the Club World Cup.

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Newcastle stand firm over Liverpool target Isak

Newcastle have no intention of selling Alexander Isak this summer amid links to Liverpool, reports The Athletic’s David Ornstein.

He said: "Newcastle have no intention of selling Isak whatsoever, and want to renew his contract. They’re in a strong position with over three years remaining on his current deal, as part of which he is already paid well.

“They’ll have no problem offering more, too - he’s at the centre of that ambitious Saudi-led project.

"From the player’s point of view, he has top level football secured with Newcastle’s qualification for next season’s Champions League, and he won the club their first trophy in a long time. He looks to be happy - always with a smile on his face.

"It could take around £150m just to start a conversation - there’s no suggestion of any developments despite recent rumours and reports. Liverpool may try, but that doesn’t mean they’ll succeed."

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Gyokeres U-turn

Would you believe it?! Another twist in the Viktor Gyokeres transfer saga.

Having reportedly turned down a move to Manchester United, citing Champions League football as a reason, the Sporting striker has apparently had a change of heart.

As per the Mirror, Gyokeres has performed a u-turn with regards to making Arsenal his priority which has in turn opened the door for a reunion with Ruben Amorim.

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Chelsea set to clinch Gittens deal

Chelsea appear to be close to a deal for Jamie Gittens.

The Borussia Dortmund winger has been the top target at Stamford Bridge since they made an early summer move to land Liam Delap from Ipswich.

Having failed to clinch the signing of Gittens prior to the Club World Cup, talks have continued over in the United States.

According to ESPN, Chelsea are now close to signing Gittens, though will still have to pay a fee in excess of £50m for the England Under-21 international.

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Norgaard set for Arsenal medical

Arsenal hope to have a deal for Brentford captain Christian Norgaard wrapped up by the weekend.

The Gunners have moved quickly for Norgaard, tabling a £9.3million bid on Wednesday, and Brentford are prepared to accept the midfielder’s desire to play Champions League football.

Personal terms have already been agreed and a medical scheduled, with Norgaard set to replace Jorginho, who has departed for Flamengo, and Thomas Partey, whose Arsenal contract is due to expire at the end of the month.

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Brentford pushing for £63m Bryan Mbeumo fee

Brentford remain hopeful of securing a fee in the region of £63million for Bryan Mbeumo in an attempt to eclipse what Manchester United paid for Matheus Cunha, writes Sam Tabuteau.

As Standard Sport reported earlier this week, United will pay an up-front fee of £55m for Mbeumo. However, the two clubs remain locked in negotiations over the size and achievability of the add-ons included in the deal.

Talks have taken place this week over the nature of those add-ons, with Brentford wanting more than £7m in order to take them past the fee Wolves will receive for Brazilian forward Cunha.

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Arsenal make contact for Mosquera transfer

It is being reported that Arsenal are in the market for yet another defender.

Valencia’s Cristhian Mosquera is apparently the defensive target in question and Fabrizio Romano is reporting that the Gunners have already made contact regarding a summer transfer.

Despite being only 20 years old, Mosquera has two full seasons in LaLiga under his belt.

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Tottenham stand firm on Romero sale

Tottenham reportedly value Cristian Romero at £60m and will not consider a sale for anything less.

That is according to the Telegraph who claim Spurs are determined to not be bullied into selling the Argentina international for a cut-price fee amid interest from Atletico Madrid.

Diego Simeone has confirmed his side’s interest in Romero, but it remains to be seen if they can afford to pay the £60m asking price.

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Arsenal in for Eze

Arsenal have added Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze to their list of targets, talkSPORT reports.

The England international has a release clause of around £68m in his contract at Selhurst Park and is also being linked with a move to the Gunners’ north London rivals Tottenham.

With that said, it is unclear as to whether Eze is a top target for the Gunners or backup in case they can’t finalise a deal for Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.

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