Transfer news LIVE: Eze to Arsenal twist; Chelsea eye Kudus; Man Utd want Watkins; Guehi to Liverpool update

Latest transfer news headlines

• New Eze to Arsenal twist
• Joao Pedro completes Chelsea medical
• Liverpool in advanced talks over Guehi move
• Man Utd make contact over Watkins signing
• Chelsea eye Kudus despite Pedro and Gittens deals
• Arsenal launch second Mosquera bid

Tottenham confident over cut-price Kudus deal

Mohammed Kudus' 10-day release clause has come into effect, with West Ham open to his sale and Tottenham interested in the Ghanaian, reports Dom Smith.

Kudus is available for £85m for Premier League clubs, £80m for European clubs, and £120m for Saudi sides between July 1 and July 10.

Standard Sport understands Chelsea have not ruled out a push to sign Kudus, but Tottenham are said to be confident they can sign the forward for well below his buyout fee.

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Milambo undergoes Brentford medical

Brentford look set to clinch their third signing of the summer in Antoni Milambo.

The Bees were said last week to be pressing ahead with a move for the highly-rated young Feyenoord attacker, 20, despite Thomas Frank’s exit to Tottenham, with a move having apparently been in the works for months.

Now the Daily Mirror claim that Milambo has undergone a medical at Brentford and will sign a long-term contract as the first signing of the Keith Andrews era in west London, following the earlier arrivals of Caoimhin Kelleher and Michael Kayode.

They are said to be paying £17m up front for the Dutch Under-21 international plus potentially another £4.25m in add-ons.

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Crystal Palace close to Diomande deal

Crystal Palace may have found their ideal replacement for captain Marc Guehi.

Reports from Germany earlier this morning stated that Liverpool had entered into “advanced talks” with the England defender as they look to make their latest major signing of a busy summer.

Palace won’t want to lose influential skipper Guehi, though also won’t want to risk him walking away for nothing when his current contract at Selhurst Park expires next summer.

According to A Bola in Portugal, the FA Cup winners are now closing in on a deal for Sporting’s Ousmane Diomande worth around €55m (£47.1m).

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Tottenham open talks over Kudus deal

Tottenham have now opened talks with Mohammed Kudus, per new reports.

News broke yesterday that Spurs were hoping to sign the Ghana forward, who would become the first player to join them from fierce London rivals West Ham since Scott Parker in 2011.

However, Chelsea have also been heavily linked with Kudus and are said to still want him despite the imminent signings of Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens.

According to Fabrizio Romano, talks are underway and progressing positively between Tottenham and Kudus, who is open to making the switch.

He adds there are also two other unnamed clubs in the race as things stand.

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Liverpool target Isak, Osimhen and Ekitike

Liverpool want to sign one of Alexander Isak, Victor Osimhen or Hugo Ekitike this summer, reports claim.

The Reds have already significantly bolstered their attack with the club-record £116m swoop for Germany’s Florian Wirtz, but are also targeting a high-profile striker addition with Napoli in talks over signing Darwin Nunez.

According to Sky Germany, they have three “concrete options” and have done their due diligence on all of Newcastle star Isak, Eintracht Frankfurt’s Ekitike and Osimhen, the Napoli frontman who spent last season on loan at Galatasaray.

It sounds like Ekitike is the most likely option at the moment, though it is said that Liverpool will have to sell players before signing the Frenchman, with BILD also reporting that Frankfurt aren’t expecting any movement on him until August.

Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal have all also been linked with former PSG and Reims forward Ekitike.

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Richarlison set to swap Tottenham for Galatasaray

Tottenham look set to sanction the exit of Richarlison this summer.

The Brazilian forward struggled with injury for much of last season and has failed to hit the heights at Spurs since joining from Everton for £60m in the summer of 2022.

Richarlison has two years left to run on his current Tottenham contract, though The Sun report that new head coach Thomas Frank has given the green light for him to depart in this transfer window.

He is expected to join Turkish giants Galatasaray for around £20m as a likely replacement for Victor Osimhen, with Everton said to have rejected the chance for him to return to Merseyside.

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Liverpool name Harvey Elliott asking price

Liverpool have set their asking price over Harvey Elliott.

The former Fulham midfielder is expected to depart Anfield this summer in search of more regular starting opportunities and has greatly enhanced his reputation by playing a starring role in England’s successful European Under-21 Championship title defence in Slovakia.

Brighton are believed to have strong interest in a move for Elliott, who has also been linked with a shock return to Craven Cottage.

According to The Athletic, Liverpool now want to receive more than £40m for the 22-year-old in a deal that includes a buy-back clause.

Without that clause, they are said to be looking for in excess of £50m.

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Liverpool in advanced talks over Guehi deal

Liverpool are now said to be in advanced talks over signing Marc Guehi.

The Reds have turned their attention to the Crystal Palace captain as they seek further defensive reinforcements after boosting their attack with a club-record deal for Florian Wirtz.

Liverpool were expected to make a significant offer for Guehi, who is entering the final 12 months of his contract at Selhurst Park and appears unlikely to agree an extension.

According to Sky Germany, Liverpool are actively now trying to close a deal for the England centre-back after entering advanced talks.

Interestingly, they seem to claim that Guehi is under contract at Palace until 2027, rather than 2026.

Arsenal hold positive meeting over Eze

Arsenal held a positive meeting with Eberechi Eze’s agents over the weekend, according to reports.

The Gunners have been ramping up their interest in bringing back a player they initially released as a teenager.

Though talks with Crystal Palace over a fee for the England midfielder are not yet underway, Fabrizio Romano says that Arsenal met with his representatives to start discussing the potential conditions of a deal.

It sounds like that meeting went well, with Arsenal now fully informed on every aspect of the situation and working hard to sign Eze, who is said to be open to a switch to the Emirates.

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Joao Pedro completes Chelsea medical

Joao Pedro’s move to Chelsea is almost complete.

The Blues have agreed a deal with Brighton for the Brazilian forward worth £55m up front plus a further £5m in add-ons.

Pedro has flown to Chelsea’s Club World Cup camp in the United States in order to sign a seven-year contract valid until 2032.

Fabrizio Romano now reports that the former Watford star, also a major transfer target for Newcastle this summer, has successfully undergone a medical.

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Eze to Arsenal twist

More now on Arsenal’s high-profile pursuit of Eberechi Eze.

Last week came the news that the Gunners were set to rival Tottenham for the signing of the Crystal Palace and England star, who is believed to have a £68m release clause written into his current contract at Selhurst Park.

According to David Ornstein of The Athletic, Eze is indeed high on Arsenal’s transfer shortlist but no contact has yet been made with Palace.

He says they would like to strike a deal worth less than that aforementioned clause and interestingly adds that the swoop would be separate to their pursuit of a new winger (and striker) this summer.

It is said that no other team currently has the same level of interest in Eze, so it doesn’t look like Tottenham are making a move at the moment.

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Arsenal handed Nico Williams transfer hope

Staying with Arsenal for a moment, have they been handed fresh hope over Nico Williams?

The Gunners are long-time admirers of the Spain forward, who had looked poised to swap Athletic Club for LaLiga rivals Barcelona this summer despite rival interest from Bayern Munich.

A deal looked all but done amid reports of a verbal agreement between Williams and Barca on a long-term contract.

However, Mundo Deportivo now report that the move has stalled due to disagreements between the camps.

Could that open the door for Arsenal?

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Arsenal make new Mosquera bid

Arsenal have reportedly tabled a new offer for Cristhian Mosquera.

News of the Gunners’ interest in Valencia’s Spanish centre-back first emerged last week, when an initial €14m bid for his services was rejected.

But according to Las Provincias in Valencia, Arsenal have returned with a second approach for Mosquera worth €20m that should be accepted.

They are already said to have agreed on personal terms with the 21-year-old defender.

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Liverpool handed major new Isak boost

Liverpool look to have been handed a major boost over Alexander Isak.

The chances of the prolific Sweden striker leaving Newcastle this summer previously looked non-existent, much to the annoyance of long-term suitors Arsenal.

But links to Liverpool have been persistent of late, with Arne Slot looking for a new top-level centre-forward to complement the club-record arrival of Florian Wirtz as Darwin Nunez prepares to move on.

According to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Isak wants to leave Newcastle in this window and has told them as such.

Meanwhile, Graeme Bailey reports that a fee of between £120m-£130m could be enough to get the deal done.

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Chelsea eye Kudus despite Pedro and Gittens deals

Chelsea remain interested in Mohammed Kudus despite the imminent signings of Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens, reports claim.

It’s been a busy time for the Blues, who are poised to welcome both Brighton forward Pedro and Borussia Dortmund winger Gittens to Stamford Bridge for a combined total of around £105m after medicals, adding to the earlier signings of Liam Delap, Dario Essugo and Mamadou Sarr.

You would have thought that those latest arrivals would likely now rule Chelsea out of the running for Kudus, but they remain firmly in the race, per Sky Sports.

Tottenham - also keen on Eberechi Eze, Bryan Mbeumo and Antoine Semenyo - also want the Ghana star, who is believed to have rejected a lucrative switch to Saudi Arabia and have an £85m release clause in his current Hammers contract that applies to Premier League clubs only in the first 10 days of July.

It is also said that Newcastle want Kudus if they can’t prise Anthony Elanga away from Nottingham Forest.

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Man Utd make contact over Watkins deal

Manchester United appear to have their sights set on Ollie Watkins if they sell Rasmus Hojlund this summer.

Hojlund has largely flattered to deceive at Old Trafford since his high-profile £72m move from Atalanta two summers ago and is now being linked with a return to Serie A with Inter Milan.

According to The Athletic, Manchester United want Watkins if the Danish international departs and talks have already taken place between intermediaries as the Red Devils ponder their forward options, having also been linked with the likes of Hugo Ekitike, Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres.

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Arsenal in talks over huge Eze move

Arsenal are said to be in talks over a huge move for Eberechi Eze.

Standard Sport reported last week that Crystal Palace’s FA Cup final hero had been added to a winger transfer shortlist at the Emirates Stadium that also includes Real Madrid star Rodrygo and Anthony Gordon at Newcastle.

Now multiple outlets including The Guardian claim that Arsenal have entered talks with Eze’s camp to discuss a potential transfer.

However, they add that discussions are not yet underway with Crystal Palace regarding a fee for the England international.

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Messi in contract talks

If his performances in the Club World Cup were anything to go by, Lionel Messi could certainly still cut it at the highest level in Europe.

However, a return to Europe looks unlikely even though he is into the final six months of his deal with Inter Miami.

According to reports, both parties have entered talks over a new contract.

It is understood that the intention from both sides is to extend his stay at the club and to be part of the new stadium project Miami Freedom Park.

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New-look Chelsea attack

Brighton forward Joao Pedro is set to arrive at Chelsea for a fee in the region of £60m, writes Sam Tabuteau.

He is due to undergo a medical in America this week after flying from Brazil on Sunday evening and could make his debut in the Club World Cup this weekend.

Gittens will, however, join up with the Chelsea squad for pre-season after the Blues agreed on a fee in excess of £55m.

With striker Liam Delap already through the doors at Chelsea, Pedro and Gittens arrive as part of a new-look attack for Enzo Maresca's side.

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Bayern target Luis Diaz

Bayern Munich remain on the market for a left-winger.

According to Sky in Germany, they have added Liverpool's Luis Diaz to their list of targets.

The Colombia international has been linked with a move to Barcelona, but that appears unlikely given Nico Williams set to join the LaLiga champions instead.

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Liverpool striker shortlist

Sky Sport in Germany have a major update on Liverpool’s transfer plans.

They claim the reigning champions of England have drawn up a three-man striker list.

The names are - Hugo Ekitike, Alexander Isak, and Victor Osimhen.

Having already signed Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez, it is gearing up to be a transfer window to remember for the Reds.

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July 1

We are just hours away from several players officially becoming free agents. This includes Arsenal’s Thomas Partey and Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

Meanwhile, loan deals officially come to an end too with the likes of Marcus Rashford, Raheem Sterling and Kyle Walker all returning to their parent clubs.

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Chelsea to rival Tottenham for Kudus

Chelsea remain interested in Mohammed Kudus, reports Sky Sports.

The West Ham star has emerged as a target for Tottenham, but they are set to face competition from their London rivals for the Ghana international.

Despite having agreed deals for Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens, the Blues remain on the market for further attacking reinforcements.

Chelsea have had an approach for Kudus knocked back by West Ham earlier in the summer and it is understood the Hammers would not be interested in a potential swap deal.

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Tete to sign Fulham contract

Kenny Tete is set to stay at Fulham despite an offer from Everton.

Tete is set to be out of contract tomorrow and the Toffees have made attempts to sign him.

But Sky Sports claim that following an improved offer from Fulham, it now looks increasingly likely that the right-back will sign a new contract at Craven Cottage.

Chelsea and Liverpool transfer target spotted in Man Utd shirt

Chelsea and Liverpool transfer target Malick Fofana has been spotted sporting a Manchester United kit amid rumours that the Lyon winger could be set for a move to the Premier League.

The 20-year-old, whose current contract with Lyon does not expire for another three years, impressed in Ligue 1 last season but could leave the Groupama Stadium this summer, with transfer speculation increasing after the French side were provisionally relegated to the second tier last week due to poor finances.

Fofana has been linked with the likes of Liverpool and Chelsea, both of whom will hope the off-pitch issues for Paulo Fonseca's side could lower Lyon’s reported asking price of £60million.

But on Sunday, the left-sided winger posted a pair of pictures on the story of his Instagram account from what appeared to be a non-club training session in which he was wearing a Manchester United shirt with Marcus Rashford’s name and number on the back, together with matching shorts.

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Jesus issues positive injury update amid Arsenal striker transfer saga

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has posted an encouraging new update on his recovery from a serious knee injury.

The Brazilian international suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear during an FA Cup tie against Manchester United in mid-January and was subsequently ruled out for the rest of the season as he underwent surgery.

Now almost six months after going under the knife, Jesus has given a positive update on his progress.

In a new 35-second video posted to his official account on social media platform X on Monday, Jesus - dressed in Arsenal training gear - can be seen engaging in skipping drills and strengthening exercises with a resistance band, before jumping from a crouched lunge position into a squat.

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Arsenal make Eze contact

Following on from reports over the weekend, Arsenal have made contact with Eberechi Eze’s camp.

Fabrizio Romano claims the Gunners wanted informational a deal conditions to sign the Crystal Palace star this summer.

It has been widely reported that Eze has a release clause of £68m.

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Rashford heading back to Manchester United

Aston Villa have confirmed Marcus Rashford is heading back to Manchester United following the end of his loan spell.

Rashford joined Villa during the January transfer window and scored four goals in 17 appearances across all competitions.

However, his form wasn’t enough to earn a permanent deal.

Along with Rashford, fellow loanees Marco Asensio and Axel Disasi will return to PSG and Chelsea respectively whilst Robin Olsen and Kortney Hause have been released on free transfers.

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DONE DEAL

Celtic have announced the signing of Callum Osmand.

The highly-rated striker has joined the club from Fulham on a four-year deal.

Liverpool confirm latest deal

Liverpool’s busy summer is showing no signs of slowing down with highly-rated youngster Trey Nyoni putting pen-to-paper on a new long-term contract.

As confirmed by the Reds on Monday, the midfielder celebrates turning 18 by extend his stay on Merseyside having joined the club from Leicester in September 2023.

Nyoni says he wants to repay the club’s faith in handing him a new deal: “It means a lot, obviously supporting the club from young as well.”

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Watkins on Man Utd shortlist

Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins.

It is set to be a busy summer at Old Trafford as the club look to rebuild under Ruben Amorim after a disastrous season in which they finished 15th in the Premier League.

Matheus Cunha has already arrived and Bryan Mbeumo is expected to follow suit.

However, a new striker is also wanted The Athletic claim that Watkins is on the shortlist if Rasmus Hojlund leaves this summer.

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Estevao to face Chelsea?

While Joao Pedro could yet play a role for Chelsea at the Club World Cup, fellow prospective signing Jamie Gittens will not be permitted to do so having already played in the competition for Borussia Dortmund.

It’s a different situation altogether for Estevao Willian, whom Chelsea agreed to sign from Palmeiras for an initial £29m fee that could rise above £50m with add-ons.

Chelsea have agreed for Estevao to remain at Palmeiras for the Club World Cup which means he is in line to face his parent club on the quarter-final showdown this week.

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Norgaard gets Brentford blessing to complete Arsenal move

Brentford sporting director Phil Giles says he will be “happy” for Christian Norgaard to complete a move to Arsenal.

Speaking exclusively to Sky Sports News, Giles said: “Arsenal approached us in the last two weeks about Christian – we’ve spoken regularly with Andrea Berta.

“As it stands, I think it’s more likely to happen than not, but we have to go through the full process, tick all the boxes, and we’ll see at the end of it.

“He’s been a fantastic player for us, unbelievable. I’m actually happy for him that he has earned the opportunity, at this stage of his career, age 31, to go and have the opportunity to win some trophies.

“It isn’t done yet but we are aware that, if and when he does depart, we also have a leadership void to fill. We’ll look to cover it.”

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Turkey extend Montella deal

The Turkish national team have extended Vincenzo Montella’s tenure as manager.

The Italian will continue in his post until 2028, with the 51-year-old, the former AC Milan and Sevilla head coach, having been in charge for the past two years.

In that time, he has led Turkey to Euro 2024 qualification, although they were knocked out in the quarter-finals by the Netherlands.

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Liverpool close in on Guehi

Liverpool are said to be closing in a deal for Marc Guehi as their remarkable summer spending spree continues.

The Crystal Palace defender has one year left on his contract and does not plan to extend his deal. The club reportedly would prefer to sell him now than allow him to leave on a free transfer next summer.

The Eagles are hoping to recoup at least £40m for the player.

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Man Utd confirm new role for Evans

Jonny Evans has been appointed head of loans and pathways at Manchester United after calling time on his playing career.

The defender made 536 senior appearances across five clubs, and two spells with United, which ended this season.

Evans told the club's official website: "I want to officially announce my retirement from my playing career, not with sadness, but with pride, gratitude and excitement for the next chapter ahead. I’ll be forever indebted to the managers, coaches, staff and, of course, my team-mates, that I have had the privilege of working alongside throughout my 20 years in professional football.”

He added: "I am looking forward to working with the next generation of talented players to support them to reach their potential. Having had experience of loans myself, I know the crucial role that they can play within a player’s development. I am excited to help further develop the pathway to our first team and continue the legacy of young players thriving at Manchester United."

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Arsenal increase bid for Mosquera

Arsenal have made an improved offer to Valencia for Cristhian Mosquera, reports Nicolò Schira.

It has been claimed that the fresh bid is in the region of to €21m-€22m, which works out to be around £18m. An opening bid of around £10m was rejected last week.

Will that be enough for the Gunners to land the Spanish central defender? There is reportedly an expectation that a fee closer to £20m will seal the deal.

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James Trafford to Newcastle hits hitch

Burnley have knocked Newcastle back in their pursuit of James Trafford.

The Geordie outfit made an offer of £26m yesterday, which the Clarets rejected - they are holding out for £35m.

The player has already agreed terms with Newcastle and is waiting for the clubs to reach a deal.

The Magpies hope he will provide competition for Nick Pope.

Newcastle are getting no luck in the transfer market this summer.

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Tottenham optimistic over cut-price Kudus deal

Tottenham are optimistic over securing a deal for West Ham star Mohammed Kudus.

The Telegraph report that Kudus has an £85million release clause, but Spurs believe a deal can be reached for well below that figure.

Bryan Mbeumo, Antoine Semenyo and Eberechi Eze have all also been of interest to Spurs, but the report claims it is Kudus who is now considered the most likely wide forward to arrive in north London.

Kudus would become the first player to move directly from West Ham to Spurs since Scott Parker in 2011. Both then the last two players of note were Michael Carrick and Jermain Defoe in 2004.

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Atletico submit first bid for Romero

Atletico Madrid have made their first bid for Cristian Romero.

Argentina’s DSports reports this morning that an offer worth €55million (£47m), plus €10m (£8.5m) bonuses, has been submitted.

Spurs are understood to be holding out for €70m (£60m), which Atletico's opening offer just falls short of.

Romero is said to be keen to play under Diego Simeone, though football.london report this morning that new Spurs manager Thomas Frank is keen to keep the Argentine in his squad.

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Zubimendi flies to London

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

The midfielder is set to join in a deal worth around £55million after the Gunners triggered the release clause in his Real Sociedad contract.

Noticias de Gipuzkoa report that Zubimendi flew out of Bilbao Airport on Sunday with his agent, Inaki Ibanz.

Sociedad wanted Zubimendi's move to be made official after June 30, which is today, so the sale is included in their financial figures for next season.

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Man Utd set Mbeumo deadline

Manchester United are stepping up talks with Brentford over Bryan Mbeumo.

The club have seen two bids for Mbeumo rejected, the last totalling £62.5million, as Brentford hold out for a bigger than than United paid for Matheus Cunha.

Manchester Evening News report this morning that United want Mbeumo in place for the start of pre-season.

As talks continue this week between United and Brentford, the hope in Manchester is that Mbeumo will complete a medical and sign on the dotted line in time to report at Carrington next week, on July 7.

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Giroud confirms Lille move after MLS struggles

Olivier Giroud says he "didn't really fit" at LAFC as he prepares to return to Ligue 1 after one year in MLS.

Giroud confirmed on Sunday night that he will join Lille, 13 years after leaving France for Arsenal, having scored just five goals in 38 matches.

"I wish I could have had a bigger impact on the team, on the results," Giroud said. "At the end, it was a good experience. Obviously I can't stay longer, so I need a new chapter. I need to challenge myself one more time, and when I had the opportunity to come back (to) France, I just grabbed it. I wish nothing but the best for the club. I tried hard. I tried my best."

He added: "If you would have asked me a few years before, I would have answered you that was not the plan to come back, but you never know, and never say no.

"If you know football, you understand that in one sense, yeah, I didn't really fit to maybe the game style, I would say. Just being honest. I try to adapt. I try my best one more time, but I can't do something I'm not used to (doing) and I don't know how to do."

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Man United may have to pay off players

Man United may have to buy their own players out of their contracts in order to help them leave the club this summer, according to a report in the Telegraph.

Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho are all expected to leave the club this summer and have signed expensive long-term contracts.

United are set to ‘subsidise’ their personal compensation in order to accelerate their departures.

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Arsenal aware of Gyokeres U-turn

Viktor Gyokeres has had a change of heart over joining Arsenal this summer, with Manchester United now in pole position to sign the Sporting striker.

It was reported earlier in June that Gyokeres had "officially" rejected United and a reunion with former Sporting head coach Ruben Amorim following Arsenal making their interest clear.

Gyokeres was then said to have told friends and family that he will sign for Arsenal this summer, despite the Gunners being in talks with both Sporting and RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko over summer deals, before making a decision on one.

Standard Sport understands that Sporting are demanding at least €70million (£59.6m) to begin negotiations over a fee, and recent reports suggested that Arsenal were clear favourites to sign Gyokeres despite seeing an opening bid worth €55m (£47m) reportedly rejected.

But The Mirror now claim that United are back in the frame, and seen by some as the most likely destination for Gyokeres despite being unable to offer Champions League football.

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Chelsea 'offered' Emi Martinez

Chelsea are in the running to sign Aston Villa keeper Emi Martínez, according to the Mirror.

They were ‘offered the chance’ to make an offer for the two-time Yashin Trophy winner, who is thought to be worth £45m.

Man United are also in the running as they look to upgrade on Andre Onana.

The Blues, who have four goalkeepers in their current Club World Cup squad, came close to a deal for AC Milan’s Mike Maignan earlier this summer.

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Spurs deny Mbeumo bid

Tottenham have denied ever making an offer for Bryan Mbeumo.

That is according to The Athletic, who acknowledge that Spurs’ admiration for the player increased following the appointment of Thomas Frank from Brentford.

They maintain, however, that their interest is little more than that.

Mbeumo reportedly had his heart set on a move to Man United, who are plotting a third bid for the forward after seeing two rejected by Brentford.

Calvert-Lewin leaving Everton today

Dominic Calvert-Lewin is to leave Everton after nine years with the club.

The striker endured a difficult final season, scoring three goals in 26 league appearances and missing over three months between January and May due to injury.

"After nine remarkable years at this club, I've made the incredibly difficult decision - together with my family - to begin a new chapter in my career," the forward wrote on Instagram.

"This isn't something I chose lightly. We believe it's the right moment to seek a new challenge and continue growing, but that doesn't lessen the bond I'll always have with Everton."

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Arsenal could turn to Ekitike

Arsenal's search for a striker could yet take another twist.

According to reports in Germany, if the Gunners can’t significantly negotiate a price for Viktor Gyokeres or Benjamin Sesko then Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Ekitike will become a ‘serious’ option.

With Chelsea agreeing a deal for Pedro, the path for Ekitike has become clearer. Though Liverpool have also been heavily linked.

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Arsenal rival Tottenham for Eze

Arsenal are said to be in talks with Eberechi Eze’s representatives.

They will prioritise a striker before looking to close a deal for a winger, though.

The player has a £68m release clause in his Crystal Palace contract, and considered a key target for north London rivals Tottenham this summer.

A deal could be completed promptly should the club reach an agreement on personal terms first.

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Joao Pedro having medical in USA ahead of £50m+ Chelsea move

Chelsea have agreed a fee in excess of £50million for Joao Pedro, writes Dom Smith.

The Brighton forward was a key target for Newcastle, along with Liam Delap, but now the pair will play together at with the Blues - and it could be as soon as this Friday at the Club World Cup.

Joao Pedro will undergo a medical in the coming days in the United States before signing a seven-year contract.

Jamie Gittens will also join this week but cannot feature in the tournament having already played for Borussia Dortmund.

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Sporting issue Gyokeres statement

Sporting president Frederico Varandas has once again addressed a possible departure for Viktor Gyokeres this summer.

According to reports in Portugal, the 27-year-old Swede believes he has an agreement with his current employers that allows him to depart the Jose Alvalade Stadium should an offer of €60million plus €10m (£58m) arrive.

That, however, has since been publicly disregarded by Sporting chief Varandas.

Now after seeing both Arsenal and Manchester United - two clubs heavily linked with Gyokeres - already spend big this summer, Varandas has moved to double down on the club’s stance and asking price for Gyokeres.

Taking aim at United’s business in particular, Varandas said: "We have been watching the market and I saw [Martin] Zubimendi, who is six months younger than Viktor, leave for €65million.

Walker return confirmed

AC Milan have officially confirmed that Kyle Walker will be returning to Manchester City once his loan spell officially ends tomorrow.

There was an option to buy in the loan agreement, but the right-back clearly hasn’t done enough to earn a permanent stay in Italy.

That said, Milan’s failure to qualify for Europe next season may be a factor behind the decision.

Walker 14 appearances for Milan across all competitions during the second half of last season.

June 30

Tomorrow is a big day in the summer transfer window as many players will officially be out of contract at the end of the day.

We’ve already had confirmation of Thomas Partey and Dominic Calvert-Lewis leaving Arsenal and Everton respectively, and more announcements are expected.

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Newcastle blow

Newcastle were very much in the race for Joao Pedro, so news of an agreement for the Brazilian to join Chelsea will certainly serve as a blow to Eddie Howe’s side.

On the bright side, there is plenty of time left in the transfer window for the Magpies to bring in an alternative.

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Chelsea set for Pedro boost

Provided Chelsea wrap up a deal for Joao Pedro by next Thursday, the Brazilian will be in contention to make his debut against Palmeiras the following day.

This is because the rule states teams in the competition can add at least two new players to their Club World Cup squad.

Pogba is back

Paul Pogba is back. The former Manchester United midfielder has joined AS Monaco in France as he looks to rebuild his career.

Spurs offer Moore new deal

Tottenham are in discussions with Mikey Moore to extend the youngster’s contract.

Football.London reports that the 17-year-old has been offered new terms to stay in north London after a breakout campaign where he made 19 appearances in all competitions.

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Reinildo to join Sunderland

Reinildo will complete a shock move to Sunderland.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Atletico Madrid left-back will leave the Spanish capital for Wearside to compete with Dennis Cirkin.

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Partey set for Arsenal exit

Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal when his contract expires, according to David Ornstein.

The Ghanaian has not been able to agree fresh terms with the Gunners, and will leave the Emirates Stadium on a free transfer.

Christian Norgaard will arrive in north London to replace him.

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Chelsea agree Pedro deal

Chelsea have agreed a deal with Brighton to sign Joao Pedro.

The Athletic reports that the Brazilian will cost the Blues £50million, with the west Londoners looking to get a deal done by July 3, so that they can register him for the latter stages of the Club World Cup.

The report states that Pedro will pen a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge.

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Woltemade turns down Chelsea

Nick Woltemade has formally turned down transfer interest from Chelsea and Napoli this weekend, according to BILD.

The Stuttgart striker, 23, only has eyes for Bayern Munich this summer.

He was part of the Germany side which lost 3-2 to England in the U21 Euros final on Saturday.

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Napoli in Nunez talks

Napoli are still in talks for Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez.

According to Fabrizio Romano, though, there is a considerable gap between the clubs’ valuations.

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Quansah books Bundesliga medical

Jarrell Quansah will undergo his Bayer Leverkusen medical on Monday, according to various reports.

The transfer will be worth over £34m, including add-ons.

Leverkusen held an interest in the player long before talks opened between the clubs for Wirtz or Frimpong.

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Arsenal move for Mosquera

Arsenal have reportedly agreed personal terms with Cristhian Mosquera.

Fabrizio Romano reports that they hope to get the deal over the line for around £17m.

They saw an earlier bid of around £12m rejected by Valencia.

Marc Guehi latest

Liverpool have shot into the lead in the race for Marc Guehi’s signature, according to fresh reports.

The Crystal Palace defender is among the hottest properties on the market for the third transfer window running. Newcastle saw four bids for the player rejected last summer, and Tottenham also came close to a deal in January.

But the Premier League champions seem to have made a breakthrough in negotiations with Guehi’s representatives, having tabled a five-year deal.

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CONFIRMED: Calvert-Lewin leaves Everton

Dominic Calvert-Lewin has left Everton as a free agent after nine years with the club.

The Briton joined Everton from Sheffield United in 2016, scoring 71 goals in 274 appearances. He scored a famous winner as Everton came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 3-2 and dodge relegation in 2022.

In an emotional farewell statement posted to his social media channels, he wrote: “This choice to move on was not simply about me. - it was a decision my family and I spent a long time considering together. We believe it’s the right moment to seek a new challenge and continue growing.

“I’m deeply proud of what we’ve shared, fighting for this club when it mattered most.”

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Forest move for Mikautadze

Nottingham Forest are looking into a deal for Georges Mikautadze.

The Georgian striker moved to Lyon last summer and went on to hit 11 goals in Ligue 1.

Forest will fight Eintracht Frankfurt and Roma for his signature. The player is thought to be available for around £21m after Lyon were relegated due to financial difficulties.

The news comes as Anthony Elanga is expected to leave Forest this summer amid interest from Newcastle United. The MIdlands outfit is also said to be interested in Dusan Vlahovic.

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Joao Pedro to play for Chelsea at Club World Cup?

Chelsea hope to sign Joao Pedro in time for him to appear at the Club World Cup.

Clubs can register players for the tournament as late as July 3, giving the Blues four days to get the deal over the line.

Reports claim that talks are ongoing, and that Pedro is keen on the move.

The timeframe is not thought to be a dealbreaker for Chelsea, though, who are content to wait on the player, but hope he can join up with the squad in the United States.

Brighton have turned down two Newcastle bids in the region of £50m for the player.

Tyrell Malacia returns to United

Tyrell Malacia has returned to Man United after PSV Eindhoven decided not to trigger their buy option.

The 25-year-old moved to the Netherlands on loan in February, making 12 appearances and scoring no goals as PSV clinched top spot in the Eredivisie.

The buy clause was reportedly worth around £8.5m.

Brighton facing first-team exodus

Fabian Hurzeler is said to be ‘worried’ about the state of his squad as he stands to lose four first-team players this summer.

João Pedro is expected to join either Chelsea or Newcastle this summer, with Julio Enciso and Matt O’Riley expected to follow, according to Football Insider.

Pervis Estupinan has also tendered a transfer request.

Kaoru Mitoma has also drawn interest from a range of clubs.

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Liverpool close in on Guehi

Liverpool are said to be closing in a deal for Marc Guehi as their remarkable summer spending spree continues.

The Crystal Palace defender has one year left on his contract and does not plan to extend his deal. The club reportedly would prefer to sell him now than allow him to leave on a free transfer next summer.

The Eagles are hoping to recoup at least £40m for the player.

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Rangers pick up Brighton starlet

Rangers have agreed a deal for Brighton wonderkid Zebedee Lawson.

The 16-year-old impressed for the Seagulls’ U18 side last season, hitting three goals and one assist in 13 appearances.

Reports claim he will likely be sent out on loan next season.

James Trafford to Newcastle hits hitch

Burnley have knocked Newcastle back in their pursuit of James Trafford.

The Geordie outfit made an offer of £26m yesterday, which the Clarets rejected - they are holding out for £35m.

The player has already agreed terms with Newcastle and is waiting for the clubs to reach a deal.

The Magpies hope he will provide competition for Nick Pope.

Chelsea Club World Cup prize money

Chelsea’s transfer capabilities have been expanded after they beat Benfica in the small hours of Sunday morning to progress to the Club World Cup quarter-finals.

The win sees their total prize money takings increase to around £40m between prize money and their ‘participation fee’.

That figure could end up around £90m should they win the competition outright.

The tournament boasts a total prize pot of $1bn.

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Gyokeres latest

Viktor Gyokeres has had a change of heart over joining Arsenal this summer, with Manchester United now in pole position to sign the Sporting striker.

The striker is expected to leave Portugal this summer and is at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war between the two Premier League giants.

Portuguese outlet Record claimed that United have been made aware of Gyokeres' decision to snub a move to Old Trafford after talks with the player's agents.

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Arsenal in Eze talks

Arsenal are said to be in talks with Eberechi Eze’s representatives.

They will prioritise a striker before looking to close a deal for a winger, though.

The player has a £68m release clause in his Crystal Palace contract, and a deal could be completed promptly should the club reach an agreement on personal terms first.

Chelsea push for Pedro

Chelsea have ‘intensified’ their talks for Joao Pedro, according to Fabrizio Romano.

A deal for the Brazilian has become their top priority after closing on Jamie Gittens.

Newcastle are also in the running for his signature and have had two proposals rejected.

Man United to pay off players

Man United may have to buy their own players out of their contracts in order to help them leave the club this summer, according to a report in the Telegraph.

Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Jadon Sancho are all expected to leave the club this summer and have signed expensive long-term contracts.

United are set to ‘subsidise’ their personal compensation in order to accelerate their departures.

Vinicius set for new Real Madrid deal

Vinicius Jr is set to renew his Real Madrid contract.

Marca report that the new deal will run through 2030, a three-year extension. Negotiations will take place after the Club World Cup.

The player told Mundo Deportivo yesterday: “I hope I can stay here for many years. I’ve always said it’s the club of my life. I’m very happy with the coach and the technical staff, I hope I can stay. I have a two-year contract until 2027. I want to stay for my entire career and make history with this team."

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Chelsea 'offered' Emi Martinez

Chelsea are in the running to sign Aston Villa keeper Emi Martínez, according to the Mirror.

They were ‘offered the chance’ to make an offer for the two-time Yashin Trophy winner, who is thought to be worth £45m.

Man United are also in the running as they look to upgrade on Andre Onana.

The Blues, who have four goalkeepers in their current Club World Cup squad, came close to a deal for AC Milan’s Mike Maignan earlier this summer.

Jamie Gittens passes medical

After Chelsea completed a deal for Jamie Gittens yesterday, they have moved swiftly in carrying out his medical tests.

The Sun reports that the exam took place on Saturday night in the United States, where both sides are competing at the Club World Cup.

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Gittens to sign for Chelsea

Jamie Gittens will be a Chelsea player.

Borussia Dortmund have accepted a bid from the west Londoners for the England winger, according to Fabrice Hawkins.

He will sign a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge.

Pogba completes Monaco move

Paul Pogba has signed for Monaco.

The French midfielder returns to football after an 18-month ban for doping.

His contract at Juventus was terminated in November 2024, and the former Manchester United man has now found a new home off the south of France.

The 32-year-old was free to return to football back in March, with his provisional ban beginning back in September 2023.

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Dortmund prospect completes shock move

Borussia Dortmund’s highly-rated forward Youssoufa Moukoko has completed a move to FC Copenhagen.

Moukoko, who made his Bundesliga debut at just 16 years old, was touted as the next big thing to come out of Signal Iduna Park, and his involvement grew more frequent under the guidance of Marco Rose, after the departure of Erling Haaland and Sebastien Haller’s illness.

However, things took a turn, as he was loaned to Nice last season, but failed to truly impress, and he has now made a permanent switch to Scandinavia in a cut-price deal worth €5m + €2m in add-ons.

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Liverpool 'close in' on Guehi

The Mirror claims that Liverpool are nearing completion of their pursuit of Marc Guehi.

The Reds have made the Crystal Palace defender their priority target to replace the departing Jarrell Quansah, who leaves for Bayer Leverkusen this summer.

Guehi’s contract at Palace expires next year, with the Eagles valuing their skipper at £70million, although accepting that £40m may be more of a reasonable price tag with his current deal running down.

The report reads that Arne Slot’s side are at the front of the queue for the England international’s signature, beating the likes of Newcastle and Tottenham at present.

Boniface now 'leading target' for Saudi side

Victor Boniface is a top target for Al-Nassr.

The Bayer Leverkusen striker, whose game time became increasingly limited towards the end of last season, has been eyed up by the Saudi Pro League outfit as a replacement for Jhon Duran, as reported by CBS.

The Colombian forward, who moved to the Middle East in January this year for £64million from Aston Villa, is expected to depart for Fenerbahce.

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Fati completes Monaco move

Ansu Fati has moved to Monaco on loan.

The Barcelona winger was out of favour under Hansi Flick, and has made the switch to Ligue 1 in search of regular first-team football.

Fabrice Hawkins reports that Monaco have an €11m option to buy the Spaniard, with the deal set to be announced at the beginning of July.

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Chelsea offered Martinez deal

Chelsea have been offered the chance to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, the Mirror reports.

Whilst the report does state that Martinez's preference remains a move to Manchester United, it is claimed that United are focussing on other priorities.

As a result, this has ppened the door on a potential move to Stamford Bridge, with Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen both failing to nail down the number one spot.

Unai Emery is said to be resigned to cashing in on Martinez, who is valued at £45 million.

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Joao Pedro latest

The race to sign Brighton forward Joao Pedro is heating up.

According to the Guardian, the Seagulls have rejected bids from two clubs - believed to be Newcastle and Chelsea - in excess of £50m for the Brazilian.

This may not be the end of the saga as talks are ongoing to find a resolution.

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QPR confirm Poku signing

Kwame Poku is now officially a QPR player.

The winger joins the Championship side from Peterborough United for an undisclosed fee and is looking forward to a new journey.

He said: “I feel like the project they're building here excites me and I want to be part of taking QPR to that next level.

“There's good players here and I think it's exciting times for the club.”

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