Transfer targets: Antonee Robinson, Julian Alvarez and Bruno Guimaraes
The summer window is entering its final weeks as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all step up their push for new signings. Arsenal will announce the arrival of Bruno Guimaraes today, while they are said to have made a shock enquiry over Cristian Romero and agreed personal terms with Julian Alvarez after Vinicius Jr signed a new contract at Real Madrid.
Manchester United are moving for Antonee Robinson after signing wonderkid Cristian Orozco and could hijack Liverpool over Ibrahim Mbaye, while Chelsea have finalised their deal for Pep Chavarria with several departures now looming. Liverpool hope to sign both Mbaye and Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain, while they may also swoop for Djed Spence and rival Arsenal for Ezri Konsa.
Tottenham are stepping up their pursuit of Cody Gakpo as they also push for Savinho and agree a new deal with Micky van de Ven, while Rodri has chosen Barcelona over Real Madrid in a blockbuster switch as Manchester City chase Malo Gusto and Pedro Neto. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Man Utd seal 'exciting' new midfielder signing
Manchester United have completed the signing of Cristian Orozco.
The highly-rated Colombian midfielder, 18, officially finalised his switch from Fortaleza CEIF on Thursday for a fee of around £850,000.
Orozco will initially join United’s academy setup, but will no doubt be eyeing a fast track through into Michael Carrick’s first-team squad.
Tottenham are close to reaching an agreement with Micky van de Ven over a new long-term contract.
According to widespread reports, the 25-year-old is set to become the third first-team player, after Pedro Porro and Antonin Kinsky to commit his future to Spurs.
Spurs have long hoped to tie Van de Ven down to longer terms, despite his current deal running out in 2029, though the club’s domestic struggles threatened to see him look to leave.
But Van de Ven is now expected to pen an extension which would put him in line with the club’s highest earners.
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Arsenal remain in pursuit of Ezri Konsa.
In addition to bolstering in both midfield and attack, the reigning Premier League champions are also in need of defensive reinforcements amid injuries to the likes of William Saliba and Jurrien Timber - as seen by last night’s concerning 3-1 pre-season friendly defeat by Real Betis in Dublin.
Versatile England centre-back Konsa has been a target throughout the summer window so far, with the Daily Mail now reporting that Aston Villa are braced for a new offer from Arsenal after their previous approach fell some way short of a £60m valuation.
Arsenal are said to be exploring a sensational move for Tottenham captain Cristian Romero.
The Argentina international is keen to leave Spurs this summer, and is said to have his heart set on a move to Atletico Madrid to link up with Diego Simeone.
Inter Milan were reportedly leading the race, and are said to have agreed personal terms with the centre-back.
And now, according to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla, Arsenal have shown an interest following William Saliba's injury.
Arsenal agree personal terms with Julian Alvarez
Arsenal are expected to reignire their interest in Julian Alvarez after failing to lure Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid.
Ben Jacobs reports that Alvarez is Mikel Arteta’s back-up option, having also missed out on Morgan Rogers to strengthen his attack.
Reports on X go further by suggesting personal terms on a contract have already been agreed. The Article claim Alvarez would prefer a move to Barcelona but has not ruled out moving back to the Premier League.
A move for Alvarez could throw Viktor Gyokeres’s future into doubt.
Manchester City are moving closer to a deal for Ayyoub Bouaddi.
Lille’s teenage midfielder has attracted plenty of transfer interest after an impressive World Cup campaign with Morocco.
Arsenal were among the clubs heavily linked with Bouaddi, until City quickly took control of the race.
Florian Plettenberg of Sky Germany now reports that City and Bouaddi have reached a full agreement over personal terms as club-to-club talks continue with Lille.
Crystal Palace have submitted a loan offer including an obligation to buy for Chelsea's Axel Disasi.
According to reports in France, the defender is Palace’s priority target to replace Maxence Lacroix - who made the switch to Stamford Bridge last month,
It is understood that negotiations between Crystal Palace and Chelsea are ongoing, while a meeting also took place with the player’s representatives.
Talks between West Ham and Tottenham over a deal for Manor Solomon have stalled because of financial differences.
The Athletic report that West Ham are prepared to pay about £5m for the out-of-favour forward, but are unwilling to agree to the bonus payments Spurs want should they return to the Premier League.
Fiorentina remain in discussions with Tottenham over the Israel international, although the clubs are yet to agree a valuation. Solomon spent last season on loan in Serie A after previous spells with Villarreal and Leeds.
The 27-year-old joined Tottenham in 2023 on a free transfer.
Liverpool are said to be exploring a deal for Tottenham defender Djed Spence.
The Sun report that Spence’s impressive World Cup campaign with England as seen interest in the defender rise.
And Spurs are willing to let the versatile full-back leave Spurs before the summer transfer deadline.
Spurs are said to want around £35m for Spence.
Surprise star: Djed Spence
Manchester United have announced the signing of Colombian wonderkid Cristian Orozco.
The 18-year-old midfielder arrives from Colombian top-flight club Fortaleza CEIF, having been a product of Rojo FC's academy. He will initially link up with the academy.
According to reports, the deal is worth around £750,000. It was agreed last year, but Orozco had to wait until his 18th birthday before making the move to England.
The teenager visited Man Utd’s Carrington training ground last year, telling ESPN Colombia: “I visited the city and everything was very nice. I was able to see the stadium, the team’s training ground and honestly I’m fulfilling a childhood dream. It was very nice.
“My expectation from now on is to learn a lot of English. I realised that it’s very important and I want to arrive there, learn and adapt as quickly as possible. That’s what’s required to show my level there, what I can offer.
“I know my strengths are my physicality and my technique. I have those qualities and, with the gift God gave me, I don’t think it will be too difficult.
“But everything is about adapting. I’m very young and that’s what I’ll need to do."