Omar Marmoush, Bradley Barcola, Ezri Konsa
Transfer targets: Omar Marmoush, Bradley Barcola, Ezri Konsa
The summer window has kicked up another gear as Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham work on huge deals on the same day the new Premier League season begins. The Gunners are wrapping up the £51million signing of Ezri Konsa, and have swooped up Manchester United pair James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye. In a twist, Atletico have reportedly now decided to sell Julian Alvarez, while Kenan Yildiz continue to be of interest.
Man Utd are closing in on the signing of Carlos Baleba to complete their midfield revamp, and could next turn attentions to left-sided defender Edmond Tapsoba. Chelsea are braced for a new Man City bid for Enzo Fernandez, and could also sell Pedro Neto and Tosin Adarabioyo, as they beat Barcelona to the signing of Alfie Osborne.
Liverpool are having second thoughts on Ibrahim Mbaye amid slow progress on talks over signing Bradley Barcola, and have seen a shock bid for Yakuba Minteh rejected. Tottenham have agreed an £85m deal for Savinho, and Omar Marmoush will be next as Man City turn to Adam Wharton, Allan and Manu Kone. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Manchester United close in on Carlos Baleba deal
Manchester United are closing in on an agreement with Brighton to sign Carlos Baleba.
According to Sky Sports, United have made an offer in the region of £65m as Brighton hold out for £70m. An agreement is close.
Baleba has reportedly agreed personal terms on a five-year contract.
The 22-year-old will soon travel to undergo a medical, but there is no rush to complete the deal as Baleba is currently injured and would not be able to make a debut until next month.
Carlos Baleba
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Liverpool bid rejected for Bradley Barcola alternative
Liverpool have had a bid rejected by Brighton for Yankuba Minteh.
The Reds lodged the offer - worth £50million - several days ago, according to The Athletic’s David Ornstein.
Liverpool are looking to strengthen their depth in their front three, after the departure of Mohamed Salah on a free transfer upon the expiry of his contract.
Bradley Barcola is top of their wishlist, but negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain are dragging on.
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Tottenham have agreed an £85m deal with Manchester City to sign Savinho.
According to widespread reports, the agreement includes a guaranteed £75m, with a further £10m in potential add-ons.
Savinho is now expected to undergo a medical before completing his move to north London.
Spurs face a race against time to get Savinho registered before 12pm to make his eligable for a debut against Brentford tomorrow evening.
Why Arsenal have moved for Ezri Konsa
Mikel Arteta has explained why Arsenal moved to sign Ezri Konsa, with the defender's arrival from Aston Villa close to being made official.
Arsenal agreed a fee of £51million plus add-ons for the 28-year-old and he was at the club's training ground on Thursday to undergo a medical.
Konsa is not expected to be involved in the squad against Coventry in the Premier League opener but his debut could well come against his former club at Villa Park a week later.
Arsenal have prioritised bringing in a right-sided defender over the last couple of weeks.
There was always a desire to do so this summer, but the long-term injury to William Saliba and Jurrien Timber's continued absence intensified those efforts.
While Arteta stopped short of confirming Konsa will be joining the Gunners, he did emphasise how much the club needed to strengthen in that area of the pitch.
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Ezri Konsa
Ezri Konsa
Man Utd eye Balde
Manchester United have added Barcelona’s Alejandro Balde to their list of transfer targets this summer.
The Red Devils are in the market for a left-back having shored up their midfield with two signings and one imminent arrival.
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Everton want Diao
Everton are tracking the development of Como winger Assane Diao, Teamtalk claims.
The forward is thought to be available for around €60million this month with Cesc Fabregas’ side looking to free up space in their squad for more additions.
Arsenal issue stance on White exit
Teamtalk claims that Arsenal have no intention of selling Ben White this summer despite interest from several clubs.
Everton are among his main Premier League admirers, while Inter Milan had also explored a move before pursuing Djed Spence. White is expected to stay.
Arthur set for Juve exit
Fabrizio Romano reports that Arthur Melo is set to leave Juventus.
The Brazilian will have his contract terminated at the Allianz Stadium.
Wimbledon captain departs
AFC Wimbledon skipper Jake Reeves has left Plough Lane to join Barnet on loan.
The midfielder’s contract in south-west London expires at the end of the campaign, and the club have communicated that it will not be renewed when he returns from his spell at The Hive.
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