First of two summer windows is edging ever closer
Matheus Cunha, Viktor Gyokeres and Florian Wirtz
Targets: Matheus Cunha, Viktor Gyokeres and Florian Wirtz
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The summer window does not open for another 12 days, but major deals are already being working on - and wrapped up - across Europe. Reports out of Portugal claim that Arsenal have agreed a £59million deal for Viktor Gyokeres as Mikel Arteta finally lands his desired striker.
Another big development involves Florian Wirtz, who has been tipped to be the biggest mover this summer. Manchester City have bowed out of the race amid fears of the spiralling costs, which they believe could be in excess of £250m, leaving Liverpool and Bayern Munich as his two most likely destinations. The Reds have already signed Jeremie Frimpong and are also working on a move for Milos Kerkez.
Elsewhere, Manchester United are expected to sign Matheus Cunha for £62.5m and have held talks with Liam Delap, who is also a target for Chelsea and Tottenham. Bryan Mbeumo has also been tipped for a big-money move, while Jurgen Klopp could be making a surprise return to management. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Arsenal agree £59m fee for Gyokeres
Liverpool favourites to land £252m Wirtz
Man Utd agree personal terms with Cunha
Arsenal and Chelsea in Anthony Gordon battle
Man Utd holds face-to-face talks with Delap
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11 minutes ago
Liverpool move into pole position for Wirtz
Liverpool are now leading the race to sign Florian Wirtz.
Manchester City on Monday bowed out of the race following face-to-face talks with the player’s father in the UK, over the spiralling costs of completing a deal.
It is claimed a deal for Wirtz, including fees and wages could cost in the region of €300m (£252m). The transfer fee alone is expected to be a British record £126m, and that, City believe, does not represent value for money.
So Liverpool are now favourites for Wirtz, who would be joining Bayer Leverkusen team-mate Jeremie Frimpong at Anfield.
Bayern Munich are also long-term suitors for Wirtz and considered by some to be his most likely next destination.
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22 minutes ago
Arsenal agree £59m fee for Gyokeres
Sporting star Viktor Gyokeres’ move to Arsenal is all but sealed.
That is according to Portuguese newspaper O Jogo, who on Monday reported that the ‘Swede on his way to Arsenal’ after a £59million fee has been agreed between the two clubs.
Personal terms are now set to be discussed but not expected to be a problem.
Does Mikel Arteta finally have his striker?
Viktor Gyokeres celebrates scoring their first goal
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37 minutes ago
Klopp set for sensational return to management
Interesting reports overnight from Italy claim Jurgen Klopp has agreed to become Roma manager this summer.
Klopp has been out of managerial work since leaving Liverpool last summer, but joined Red Bull as Head of Global Soccer in January.
The German was briefly linked with becoming Real Madrid manager to replace Carlo Ancelotti, but Xabi Alonso will succeed the Italian.
That leaves Klopp to make a surprising move to Italy. The report claims Klopp had been in talks with another unnamed club only for the deal to collapse, which saw him change path to Rome.
If true, Klopp will be tasked with guiding Roma to their first Serie A title since 2001.
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Jurgen Klopp file photo
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8 hours ago
Slot coy on Frimpong medical reports
Jeremie Frimpong has reportedly completed his Liverpool medical this evening.
That £29.5million move from Bayer Leverkusen now effectively done, he will become the club’s first signing of the summer.
Not that Arne Slot was willing to confirm that, when asked tonight.
He said: “What do you think?
“I think what we all know is the moment we announce it, that is the moment to talk about it in general. We haven’t announced anything so no need to talk about anyone.”
Jeremie Frimpong
Jeremie Frimpong
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10 hours ago
Arsenal could turn to Mbeumo
Arsenal are considering a move for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo.
It is expected to be a busy summer in north London, as the Gunners look to bring in reinforcements across the front-line.
GiveMeSport claim that Mbeumo is one of those being tracked, with the Bees likely to ask for around £60m.
It’s said that Arsenal are keen on his versatility as well as his underlying statistics.
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11 hours ago
Delap given permission to speak to Man United
Manchester United have held talks with Liam Delap as they push to strengthen in attack.
The club are expected to wrap up a £62.5m deal for Matheus Cunha next week, and the focus has already turned to a second forward signing.
The Athletic report that Ipswich gave Delap permission to speak to United, as he considers his options. Chelsea are also said to be keen on the 22-year-old.
Delap has a £30m release clause after Ipswich’s relegation.
Liam Delap celebrates scoring a penalty for Ipswich against Chelsea in the Premier League
Liam Delap celebrates scoring a penalty for Ipswich against Chelsea in the Premier League
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12 hours ago
Arsenal and Chelsea in Gordon battle
Arsenal and Chelsea are among the clubs keen on signing Anthony Gordon.
That’s according to the i, though it is claimed that Newcastle will demand at least £80m for the England winger.
Gordon has struggled for starts in recent weeks - could he be on the move this summer?
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12 hours ago
Arsenal face winger dilemma
There is uncertainty over Leandro Trossard’s future at Arsenal, as the club consider a move for Nico Williams.
Trossard is out of contract next summer, though there is the option to extend that deal until 2027.
The Telegraph report that a decision has not yet been made on Trossard’s long-term future, with Arsenal mulling a move for a new winger.
Williams is high on the wishlist, but would have to be one of Arsenal’s top earners and so the club may wait to see what happens with other players first.
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13 hours ago
Neville: Man United need at least six signings
Gary Neville has called for a “big overhaul” of the Man United squad this summer, claiming at least six signings are required.
“It needs a big overhaul in the summer,” Neville told The Athletic.
“Five or six players minimum to be able to change the direction of how he wants to play.
“There’s at least two forwards, a central midfield player, definitely two wing backs and another centre-back.
“They need six players minimum.”
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14 hours ago
Cunha a 'done deal'
Matheus Cunha is expected to sign for Manchester United after this weekend’s final match of the season.
Sky Sports report that United will trigger a £62.5m release clause.
No talks have yet taken place between the two clubs, but that will take place early next week.
It’s claimed that Cunha has decided he wants to join United and a deal is effectively agreed.
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