The summer window is open, and the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham have wasted no time making big moves in the market. As the Gunners wait to work on deals to sign Morgan Rogers and Bradley Barcola, progress is said to be made on interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi. All three are at the World Cup, but one deal could be wrapped up sooner rather than later if reports from Spain regarding Julian Alvarez are to be believed.
Manchester United will soon announce the signing of Ederson, and want both Sandro Tonali and Matheus Fernandes but Tottenham are said to be more advanced in talks for the pair. Spurs have been very busy, and are also eyeing Arsenal youngster Kyran Thompson, who has been likened to Jude Bellingham. Luka Vuskovic, though, wants out and is prepared to hand in a transfer request to force a move to Brighton.
Chelsea’s main movements have been outgoings, with Marc Cucurella joining Real Madrid and Enzo Fernandez potentially following him. Newcastle’s Lewis Hall, a former Blues player, could replace Cucurella. is said to be of interest. Liverpool have signalled their intent to spend upwards of £85million on RB Leipzig and Ivory Coast star Yan Diomande. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Arsenal ready to swap Gyokeres for Alvarez
Remarkable news out of Spain suggests Arsenal are ready to offer Viktor Gyokeres and £50million for Julian Alvarez.
The Atletico Madrid is attracting plenty of interest, and is a priority target for Barcelona as they seek a long-term solution in attack.
Barca are closely monitoring developments and would be encouraged by any indication that the striker is willing to leave Madrid. Alvarez is said to favour Barca over other clubs.
But El Chiringuito TV claim that Arsenal have a “done deal” wtih Atleti to pay £50million plus Gyokeres for the forward.
Atleti have told Barca that they will not sell to their Spanish rivals.
Man United preparing £130m raid on West Ham
Manchester United are working on separate deals to sign West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes and Crysencio Summerville.
The Athletic report United face competition from Tottenham for Fernandes, with West Ham setting an asking price of £80m for the Portuguese youngster.
United also reportedly want Dutch star Summerville, who is valued at £50m.
Michael Carrick is looking to bolster his squad ahead of their return to Champions League football.
Aston Villa lower Rogers asking price
Arsenal have intensified their interest in Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers this week.
Sky Sports report that the Gunners are making the signing of a left-winger a key objective this summer and have been assessing the conditions required to sign the England man.
Villa accept they have little say in keeping Rogers, and are prepared to consider offers in the region of £80m, which is lower than the previously mooted £100m.
Chelsea and Manchester United are also monitoring the situation. No formal talks have taken place between Arsenal and Villa.
Arsenal set Calafiori asking price
Riccardo Calafiori is unlikely to join Real Madrid this summer after Arsenal placed an £86 million valuation on the Italian defender.
Calafiori has attracted strong interest from the Spanish giants following his impressive debut season in north London.
However, Real Madrid have already spent heavily on their defence, including £52million on Marc Cucurella and are reportedly ready to launch a £78m bid for Manchester City defender Ruben Dias.
Although Ibrahima Konate arrived on a free transfer from Liverpool, his wages add to the club’s financial commitments. Arsenal’s asking price may therefore prove beyond Real Madrid’s remaining transfer budget.
Vuskovic ready to submit Spurs transfer request
Luka Vuskovic is prepared to submit a transfer request to force a Tottenham exit after Brighton submitted a third bid for the defender.
Standard Sport understands that Spurs are weighing up an offer worth £45m from the Seagulls, with Vuskovic keen to leave in search of regular game time.
The 19-year-old is believed to be prepared to hand in a transfer request to force through a move away from Spurs, with Roberto De Zerbi unable to offer guarantees over minutes.
Liverpool dealt Munoz blow
Liverpool have been dealt a blow already with their first summer signing.
Victor Munoz, who was announced as a Red yesterday, has suffered an injury while on World Cup duty with Spain.
The Spanish FA released a statement saying that the winger could be out until the knockout stages.
"During his scheduled and individualised recovery process, an additional muscle injury has occurred, which will delay his return to competition," the RFEF said about Munoz's latest injury.
"His availability for upcoming matches will depend on his progress and rehabilitation in the coming days."
Ipswich moving to appoint O'Neil
The Athletic report that Ipswich are in advanced talks to appoint Gary O’Neil.
The Englishman is currently managing Strasbourg, but the BlueCo side are thought to be open to letting him return to his homeland.
Brighton make Vuskovic bid
Brighton have lodged another bid for Tottenham defender Luka Vuskovic.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Seagulls have submitted a new offer with £45million for the Croat.