The transfer window is has stepped up another gear as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham work on huge deals during the World Cup. The Gunners have launched a pursuit of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes after talks with the player's agent, and have seen a first bid worth around £55million rejected. A second offer is said to be imminent. Arsenal are also keen to wrap up a deal for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, and will soon sign Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga.
Newcastle are being raided this summer, with Tottenham closing in on the signing of Sandro Tonali, who has reportedly agreed personal terms on a six-year deal ahead of joining for around £85m. Spurs will then move to wrap up a deal for Mateus Fernandes for a similar figure. Chelsea are set to sign two defenders, with Marco Palestra undergoing a medical and talks over a £47.5m deal for Maxence Lacroix advancing.
Manchester United also want Tonali and Fernandes, but are now moving on to other targets in the form of Felix Nmecha, Alex Scott and Aurelien Tchouameni. Ederson will soon complete his move from Atalanta. Liverpool continue to work on a deal for Yan Diomande, and Man City are set to announced the £116m arrival of Elliot Anderson. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Man Utd explore Nmecha deal as Tonali alternative
Manchester United are reportedly keeping a close eye on Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, whose £73.5million release clause could be activated during the summer transfer window.
According to the Daily Mail, there is hope that negotiations between the two clubs that could see a deal struck below the buyout figure.
The Germany international is attracting attention from several top clubs, including Newcastle.
But United have been monitoring Nmecha since before the World Cup, with the 25-year-old now emerging as one of the club's leading transfer targets this summer with Sandro Tonali expected to join Tottenham
Arsenal are set to step up their pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes with a second bid for the Newcastle player.
The Mail report that a first offer worth around £55million was dismissed, and now an improved formal bid is incoming.
The Gunners have already opened discussions with the Brazil international's representatives as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his midfield ahead of the new season.
However, Newcastle remain adamant that Guimaraes is not for sale and are determined to keep their captain.
Arsenal will continue to assess alternative midfield targets if a deal for the 28-year-old proves too difficult to complete.
Bruno Guimaraes
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Chelsea are closing in on a deal to sign Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix in a deal worth around£47.5million.
The 26-year-old centre-back is expected to finalise the move once France’s World Cup exploits end. The tournament runs until July 19.
French outlet L’Equipe report that the deal is almost complete, with only a few details to be finalised.
Maxence Lacroix
Maxence Lacroix
Newcastle are considering a move for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, which could serve as a transfer boost for Arsenal.
Standard Sport understands that Arsenal have held initial talks with Bruno Guimaraes’ representatives to understand his situation at St James’ Park after Newcastle missed out on European qualification.
The Gunners have registered their interest in signing the 28-year-old this summer and are believed to have made an informal proposal of around £55million.
However, it is understood there has been no direct contact with Newcastle and an official offer has not been submitted as it stands.
Through Guimaraes’ team Newcastle have made it clear that the Brazilian is not for sale this summer, but it would appear they are bracing themselves for a potential exit by lining up a replacement.
Tottenham have reached a full agreement over a new contract for goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky.
Standard Sport understands Kinsky, who was already tied down until 2031, has signed a fresh five-year deal with the option of an extra year and improved terms.
Spurs have rewarded Kinsky for an excellent end to last season and to reflect his renewed importance under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
Arsenal are looking to bolster their attacking options, with Morgan Rogers the top priority for this summer.
The Gunners are also looking to strengthen in midfield and initial talks have been held with Bruno Guimaraes' representatives.
Newcastle insist the midfielder is not for sale, but reports suggest a verbal approach in the region of £55million has been made by the Gunners to his representatives.
Like Rogers, Guimaraes is well-accustomed to the demands of the Premier League and would add yet more physicality to this Arsenal side.
Morgan Rogers and Bruno Guimaraes
Morgan Rogers and Bruno Guimaraes
Arsenal have held exploratory talks over potential moves for Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.
That is according to the BBC.
As things stand, it is understood Arsenal only want one central midfielder, with Alex Scott & Ayyoub Bouaddi other options being considered.
Wrexham exit confirmed
Wrexham have confirmed Paul Mullin will depart the club, following the mutual termination of his contract.
On his departure, manager Phil Parkinson said: “I would like to wish Paul all the best. This settlement enables him to take his time and find the right club for him, going forward.
“It can't be underestimated the role Mulls has played in the story of Wrexham Football Club over the last five years, with so many memorable goals and moments.
“He’ll be a player always remembered and revered by our supporters.”
Paul Mullin suffered a punctured lung on Wrexham’s tour of the US (Barrington Coombs/PA)
Paul Mullin suffered a punctured lung on Wrexham’s tour of the US (Barrington Coombs/PA)
Manchester United have reportedly struck their second agreement of the week with Andre Onana set to rejoin Trabzonspor for a second loan spell.
Onana spent this season on loan in Turkey, making 33 appearances in all competitions for Trabzonspor as he helped them finish third in the Super Lig and thus qualifying for the Europa League play-off round.
While the original loan did not include an option or obligation to buy, Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan revealed earlier in the month that the plan was to bring the goalkeeper back to the Senol Gunes Sports Complex.
"We speak with Onana every day. We won't have any financial difficulties,” Dogan said.
"We'll make the necessary sacrifices. I don't think we will experience any setbacks. But if we do, we will find another goalkeeper of the same quality."
According to Fabrizio Romano, and as per reports in Turkey, a new loan deal has been verbally agreed as Onana does not figure into Michael Carrick’s plans at Man United next season.
Kinsky insists he wants Spurs stay
Antonin Kinsky has confirmed that he wants to stay at Tottenham despite uncertainty around the club’s goalkeeper situation.
Kinsky, who is poised to sign a new long-term contract at Spurs, ruled himself out of the Czech Republic’s World Cup squad this summer to undergo a minor medical procedure so he could be ready in time for the new season.
That decision came after the 23-year-old had played his way back into contention at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with a number of impressive performances as Roberto De Zerbi’s side survived relegation on the final day against Everton.
The transfer window is has stepped up another gear as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham work on huge deals during the World Cup. The Gunners have launched a pursuit of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes after talks with the player's agent, and have seen a first bid worth around £55million rejected. A second offer is said to be imminent. Arsenal are also keen to wrap up a deal for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, and will soon sign Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga.
Newcastle are being raided this summer, with Tottenham closing in on the signing of Sandro Tonali, who has reportedly agreed personal terms on a six-year deal ahead of joining for around £85m. Spurs will then move to wrap up a deal for Mateus Fernandes for a similar figure. Chelsea are set to sign two defenders, with Marco Palestra undergoing a medical and talks over a £47.5m deal for Maxence Lacroix advancing.
Manchester United also want Tonali and Fernandes, but are now moving on to other targets in the form of Felix Nmecha, Alex Scott and Aurelien Tchouameni. Ederson will soon complete his move from Atalanta. Liverpool continue to work on a deal for Yan Diomande, and Man City are set to announced the £116m arrival of Elliot Anderson. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Suarez sends Alvarez message amid Arsenal interest
Luis Suarez has told Julian Alvarez he knows how he feels as the Atletico Madrid striker continues to be linked with a transfer this summer.
"I faced the same situation when I was at Liverpool, back in 2013, when I announced that I wanted to leave for Arsenal,” Suarez told El Larguero.
“The captain, Gerrard, came to me. Arsenal were in the Champions League, and Liverpool weren’t, and I wanted to leave because I wanted to play in that competition. Gerrard convinced me to stay, telling me, 'You can’t go to Arsenal this year; if you have a great season, and we're going to have one, with the manager, the club, and everyone helping you, you’ll be able to go to Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, or wherever you want.
“The choice will be yours, but for this year, stay here.' He convinced me. I publicly apologised at the time because my earlier comments hadn't been good; I committed myself fully to Liverpool, and within two or three games, the fans loved me. It turned out to be my best season at the club."
Newcastle send Arsenal Guimaraes warning
The Brazilian is currently at the World Cup but his representatives have been holding discussions over his future at Newcastle.
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Anderson to sign long-term Man City contract
Elliot Anderson will sign a five-year deal at Manchester City, according to David Ornstein.
City struck a £116million agreement with Nottingham Forest last night to sign the midfielder, who will move to the Etihad Stadium on a salary of around £300,000 per week, if bonuses are achieved.
City will hold an option to extend his deal for a further year too.
Rotheram close in on Bruce appointment
Rotherham are advancing in talks to appoint Alex Bruce, son of Steve, as their new manager.
The former defender, who played for Leicester and Hull among a host of other clubs, has previously been a first-team coach at Salford City and Macclesfield.
Caption:BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 03: Alex Bruce of Hull City in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Aston Villa and Hull City at Villa Park on May 3, 2014 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)
Caption:BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - MAY 03: Alex Bruce of Hull City in action during the Barclays Premier League match between Aston Villa and Hull City at Villa Park on May 3, 2014 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)
Paz to 're-sign' for Como
Nico Paz is set to ‘re-sign’ for Como, according to reports in Italy.
The Argentine, who joined the Italian side back in 2024 from Real Madrid, had a cheap buyback clause in his contract at the Serie A club, which Madrid triggered this summer.
Paz, however, wanted to stay at Como, who have now paid Real a fee to keep the midfielder, rather than have him move back to Spain.
As such, they have inserted another exclusive buyback option for Madrid into Paz’s new deal.
All very confusing!
Man Utd scout Chelsea, Spurs target
Record report that Manchester United scouted Maxi Araujo, the Sporting CP left-back, as he played for Uruguay against Cape Verde.
The defender has a £68million release clause, but the Primeira Liga side are opening to starting negotiations at £51m.
Brentford want Anthony
Brentford have opened talks with Burnley to sign Jaidon Anthony, according to BBC Sport.
The winger was a standout performer despite the Clarets getting relegated from the Premier League last term, and now, the Bees are interested in bringing him to west London.
Kinsky wants Spurs stay
Antonin Kinsky wants to stay at Tottenham amid a reshuffling in the club’s goalkeeping department.
The Czech was established the preferred No1 in the absence of Guglielmo Vicario for the remainder of the campaign, despite his glaring errors in the Champions League defeat at Atletico Madrid under Igor Tudor.
“Negotiations are underway with the club about what the future might hold,” the goalkeeper said.
“I’m interested in staying and fighting for my place because the English league is great,” he said.
“Whether I’ll be the starter or the backup is something the coach will decide. In my mind, I’ve always been the No1, even when I was on the bench. I’ll take the same approach now, and I believe it’ll work out.”
Fernandes preferred destination revealed
Mateus Fernandes has decided to join Manchester United ahead of Tottenham, according to Football365.
The midfielder is in high demand this summer after the Irons’ relegation, with Real Madrid also credited with interest in the Portuguese.
Now, however, it has been claimed that he would rather move to Old Trafford than north London.
Spurs strike Tonali deal
Nico Schira claims that Tottenham have struck an agreement with Sandro Tonali on personal terms.
Spurs are trying to sign the Italian from Newcastle, and it has now been reported that he will sign a six-year deal after naming the north London club as his preferred destination.
Roberto De Zerbi is said to have played a key role.