Transfer targets: Manu Kone, Vinicius Jr and Bruno Guimaraes could all be on the move
The summer window is ramping up as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all strive to get some major signings sealed. Arsenal want Vinicius Jr and are prepared to offer a record contract to make a blockbuster transfer happen, while the Gunners have also been handed a new boost in their pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes and learned exactly how much it would take to land Bradley Barcola in this window.
Manchester United have agreed terms with Manu Kone and are still eyeing Real Madrid pair Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga, while they also have growing interest in Ollie Watkins. Chelsea are preparing a new bid for Alex Scott after clinching a deal for Maxence Lacroix, with John Stones said to be keen on a move to Stamford Bridge. Liverpool are perhaps the most likely destination for Barcola, though Yan Diomande is joining Real Madrid and Maghnes Akliouche looks to have chosen Paris Saint-Germain over Anfield.
Tottenham are targeting Savinho again after opening talks with Inter Milan over Cristian Romero, while Manchester City have emerged as a shock new suitor for Chelsea star Pedro Neto. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Arsenal handed new Bruno Guimaraes boost
Arsenal appear to have been handed a new boost in their high-profile pursuit of Vinicius Jr’s Brazil team-mate Bruno Guimaraes.
The Gunners have been trying to sign Newcastle’s influential captain for weeks now, but have been met by firm resistance at St James’ Park so far.
talkSPORT claim that Arsenal will step up their move for Guimaraes again this week, with Newcastle potentially already planning for life after the 28-year-old.
Reports in Brazil suggest that another Selecao international - Botafogo midfielder Danilo - is eyeing a return to the Premier League after links to Newcastle as Guimaraes’ replacement.
The former Nottingham Forest man is also said to be on Manchester United’s radar this summer.
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Arsenal prepare record offer for Vinicius Jr
Arsenal are prepared to make a record contract offer in order to pull off a blockbuster transfer for Vinicius Jr this summer.
It was first reported on Saturday that the Gunners were genuine suitors for the Brazil star, who has yet to agree a bumper extension to a deal at Real Madrid that expires next summer.
Now according to The Telegraph, Arsenal are willing to present Vinicius Jr with the most lucrative contract in the club’s history in order to secure what would surely be their biggest signing ever.
Vinicius Jr currently earns around £400,000 a week at the Bernabeu.
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Hilal want Ndiaye
Al-Hilal have made a move to sign Everton’s Iliman Ndiaye, Fabrizio Romano reports.
The Saudi side want another statement signing having landed Crysencio Summerville from West Ham, and the Senegalese ranks highly on their shortlist.
Millwall land Lisbie
Millwall have signed Kyrell Lisbie from Peterborough.
Barca pursue Kroupi
Sport reports that Barcelona have reactivated their pursuit of Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi. The Catalan club are expected to push hard to sign the French forward, who is currently viewed as their leading alternative to Julián Alvarez.
Tchouameni to Man Utd latest
Manchester United remain admirers of Aurelien Tchouameni, but are aware the midfielder is happy at Real Madrid, Andy Mitten reports.
The France international would only consider leaving if he was no longer part of Madrid's plans. While his wages and transfer fee would make any deal difficult, Tchouameni is understood to be open to a move to Old Trafford if the right opportunity arose.
Charlton sign EFL star
Chalrton have signed Millenic Alli from Luton.
Brentford bid for Diouf
Brentford have made an opening bid for West Ham United left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf, Foot Mercato reports.
The Championship club are not expected to be alone, with more teams preparing to enter the race for the Senegal international. Diouf joined West Ham from Slavia Prague last summer in a deal worth up to €25million after becoming the Czech league's record sale.
Man Utd ready Watkins bid
Manchester United are ready to bid for Ollie Watkins if Joshua Zirkzee leaves Old Trafford this summer, The Sun claims. The England striker has emerged as a leading target as Manchester United prepare for a possible change in attack. Aston Villa are willing to consider offers in the region of £40million for Watkins.
Gala want No10, Man Utd star the priority
Ekrem Konur believes that Galatasaray have identified Charles De Ketelaere as an alternative target in their search for a new No.10. Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes remains the Turkish club's top priority. Atalanta are reluctant to sell, with Maurizio Sarri viewing De Ketelaere as a key player, while any talks would only begin from €50million.