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Arsenal breakthrough as Man Utd approve midfielder deal

Updated: 30 Jun 2026 18:00 BST | 6 min read

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Tuesday delivered plenty of huge news as Arsenal reached a transfer agreement for an in-form World Cup star.

Plus, Man Utd made a major decision on a key target and Chelsea made their first offer for potentially one of the most surprising signings of the summer. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Arsenal agree Trossard sale

Leandro Trossard

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Arsenal have greenlit Leandro Trossard's sale to Besiktas, but one major hurdle still needs to be cleared.

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Man Utd still want a new midfielder

Manuel Ugarte

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Man Utd chiefs have approved the continued pursuit of midfield signings despite Manuel Ugarte's injury, which means that they won't be able to raise funds by selling him.

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Chelsea make left-back bid

Xabi Alonso

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Xabi Alonso wants a new left-back at Chelsea, and a surprising bid has now been made.

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Fernandes set for Spurs

Mateus Fernandes

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Man Utd have lost the race to sign West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes to Tottenham.

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PSG set Barcola stance

Bradley Barcola

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PSG have told Arsenal and Liverpool that Bradley Barcola is not for sale.

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Chelsea progress

Tyrique George

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Chelsea and Everton are making progress in talks over Tyrique George.

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Rashford to stay?

Marcus Rashford

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It is looking increasingly likely that Marcus Rashford will stay at Man Utd this summer.

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Engels race heating up

Arne Engels

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The race to sign Celtic midfielder Arne Engels is becoming more and more intense.

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Liverpool's fresh Diomande blow

Yan Diomande

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Liverpool have received another blow in their faltering pursuit of RB Leipzig wonderkid Yan Diomande.

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Guimaraes passes audition

Bruno Guimaraes

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Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has passed his Arsenal transfer audition.

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Baleba opportunity?

Carlos Baleba

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Man Utd could soon be presented with an opportunity to sign Brighton star Carlos Baleba.

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Rogers price

Morgan Rogers

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Aston Villa have slapped a prohibitive price tag on Morgan Rogers.

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