Transfer latest: Marcus Rashford, Morgan Rogers and Bruno Guimaraes
Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United are making big moves as the summer transfer window heats up. The Gunners have signed four new players already, with youngster Elijah Upson the latest arrival at the Emirates Stadium. More movement is on the horizon as there encouraging noises regarding Bruno Guimaraes, while Christos Tzolis is finalising his switch from Club Brugge.
Chelsea have made Morgan Rogers the most expensive British player in football history with a record-breaking £117m transfer being announced on Tuesday night. The Blues have also added John Stones to their wishlist and are in talks with Aston Villa over a loan deal for Alejandro Garnacho
Man Utd - and the aforementioned London clubs - have been handed a major boost in the pursuit of Alex Scott as the midfielder has turned down a contract offer from Bournemouth. Elsewhere, Tottenham are set to raise cash to further fund a summer spending spree, Ayyoub Bouaddi has an agreement in place with Man City, and Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Samuel Martinez . Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Trio plot Rashford move
Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are all plotting a move for Marcus Rashford.
The 28-year-old faces an uncertain future at Manchester United after Barcelona decided against turning his loan move permanent.
Expected to leave this summer, The I claim the aforementioned trio are interested in Rashford.
However, the one issue is the United hierarchy do not want to sell him to another English club.
England’s Marcus Rashford was among those praised by Sir David (Bradley Collyer/PA)
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Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.
It's a record-breaking £117m deal, making Rogers the most expensive British player of all time, weeks after it was set when Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City for £116m.
Rogers has signed a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Former Chelsea centre-back Malang Sarr is set to join Saudia Arabian side SC Neom, Fabrizio Romano reports.
The defender has rejected offers to play in Europe in favour of a move to the Saudi Pro League.
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Chelsea eye Stones
The Athletic reports that Chelsea have added John Stones to their centre-back shortlist this summer.
The England international, 32, is a free agent after his contract at Manchester City expired, and he will choose his next destination now after the World Cup’s conclusion.
Manchester United have been linked with a move for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr by Foot Mercato.
The Senegal international hit 21 goals in all competitions for his club last term, and United have taken notice as they look to strengthen their squad depth.
Hull City are exploring the conditions of a deal for Norwich full-back Kellen Fisher, Sky Sports reports.
There have been no talks between the two clubs yet, but the interest remains from the Premier League new boys.
Zinedine Zidane wants Fabien Barthez to become his goalkeeping coach when takes over the reins as France head coach, L’Equipe reports.
However, Barthez does not currently hold the required goalkeeping coaching qualification.
The French Football Federation and Zidane want every member of the staff to be fully qualified in order to set the right example, so the incoming manager has reportedly looked into arranging for Barthez to complete the course quickly.
Chelsea have Scott bid rejected
Chelsea have seen a bid worth £60million rejected by Bournemouth for Alex Scott.
The Blues submitted a shock offer for the midfielder, who could leave Dorset after turning down multiple offers of a new contract from the Cherries.
Widespread reports claim that Xabi Alonso’s side put in an offer, but Bournemouth insist that the young star is not for sale.
Newcastle United have made enquiries over a summer move for AC Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori, Corrierre dello Sport claims.
Coventry City are also pursuing the 28-year-old, with the Serie A side reportedly valuing him between €15million and €20m.
Tomori is considering his options as Milan look to sell him before his contract expires in 2027.