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Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal open Sesko talks, Liverpool close in on £125m Wirtz deal and finalise medical

Follow all the latest transfer news ahead of the summer window

Ruben Amorim's Manchester United: a crumbling campaign

The transfer window is almost open with the Club World Cup creating an emergency, short-term window — though clubs not involved in the new Fifa tournament are still pushing ahead with plans to strengthen this summer.

Manchester United have an awful lot of work to do in the window after a disastrous season, and Matheus Cunha appears to be the first one through the door, with Wolves set to bank more than £60m for the Brazilian forward. There could also be exits from Old Trafford, though, with captain Bruno Fernandes among those being linked with moves away.

Liverpool are ready to go from strength to strength after winning the Premier League title, with Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz on the wish list for a rumoured £125m as while Jeremie Frimpong is close to a medical ahead of the switch to Anfield to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold.

Arsenal, meanwhile, look to be close to their first addition with Martin Zubimendi set for a medical and Mikel Arteta has seemingly sanctioned talks with RB Leipzig over striker Benjamin Sesko.

You can sign up to DAZN to watch everyClub World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:

Latest transfer news live

Arsenal open Sesko talks as Gyokeres decision revealed

Martin Zubimendi set for Arsenal switch

Wirtz transfer set to cost Liverpool £125m

Jeremie Frimpong lands in Liverpool to finalise Anfield switch

Liam Delap opts for Chelsea over Man United as Blues activate release clause

Matheus Cunha closing in on Manchester United move

2 minutes ago

Wirtz will cost Liverpool £125m

The price to take Florian Wirtz away from Bayer Leverkusen is reported £125m according to German publication BILD.

A recent report claimed the 22-year-old is 'about to' move to the Premier League champions with talks ongoing.

Additionally, BILD say that Liverpool want the transfer dealt with before Wirtz joins up with the German national team for their Nations League semi-final against Portugal on June 4.

That’s just a few days away and Liverpool are not the type of club to rush through a deal with such a high fee. Chalk this rumour down to possible but more concrete details are needed for sure.

Mike Jones30 May 2025 07:34

7 minutes ago

Arsenal open up Sesko talks

Arsenal’s search for a prominent new striker will be one of the ongoing transfer stories of the summer.

Viktor Gyokeres has been mentioned as a target but the latest mumurings are that the Gunners have opened talks with RB Leipzig over Benjamin Sesko.

Sesko has long been linked with a move to the Emirates and transfer guru Fabrizio Romano says that the two clubs have ‘started initial talks’ over a move.

The Slovenian forward is expected to leave Leipzig this summer and Arsenal came close to signing him in May 2024 so they will want to get this deal over the line as soon as possible.

Mike Jones30 May 2025 07:29

9 hours ago

Al-Nassr hopeful of Ronaldo renewal

Al-Nassr director Fernando Hierro has expressed his desire to keep Cristiano Ronaldo beyond the summer

“Cristiano Ronaldo's presence from the beginning is a national project,” he said.

“He is a huge phenomenon in the history of football, has helped the league grow. We are in contact to renew his contract and hope he continues with us.”

This comes after he indicated his time with Al-Nassr was coming to an end, saying that this “chapter is over”.

Cristiano Ronaldo previously indicated his time with Al-Nassr was coming to an end

Cristiano Ronaldo previously indicated his time with Al-Nassr was coming to an end

Will Castle29 May 2025 22:00

9 hours ago

Everton activate buy option for Alcaraz

Everton have activated a £12.6m buy option to sign midfielder Charly Alcaraz from Flamengo, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The ex-Southampton prospect has starred for the Toffees since his January arrival, making this one a no brainer for Everton bosses.

Charly Alcaraz celebrates a goal for Everton

Charly Alcaraz celebrates a goal for Everton (PA Wire)

Will Castle29 May 2025 21:40

10 hours ago

Ipswich's replacement for Delap?

According to Fabrizio Romano, Ipswich are after Chelsea striker Marc Guiu as Liam Delap goes the other way.

It would be a separate transfer - not a swap deal - but the two clubs are on good terms given how Delap has favoured a move to Stamford Bridge.

Marc Guiu could join Ipswich as Liam Delap goes the other way

Marc Guiu could join Ipswich as Liam Delap goes the other way (PA Wire)

Will Castle29 May 2025 21:20

10 hours ago

Brentford ward of Serie A interest to tie down Yarmoliuk to new contract

Brentford midfielder Yehor Yarmoliuk has committed his future to the club by signing a new long-term contract until the summer of 2031, with the option to extend for another year.

The likes of Napoli were reportedly interested in the 21-year-old.

Will Castle29 May 2025 21:00

10 hours ago

Steven Gerrard not in line to retake place on Rangers throne

Steven Gerrard will return as Rangers manager, according to Sky Sports.

The former Ibrox boss, who led them to an invincible title in 2021, did hold talks over a return to the club, three-and-a-half years after leaving Glasgow.

However, it is believed he was not a front-runner for the job, with ex-Real Madrid assistant Davide Ancelotti and Russell Martin leading the race to permanently replace Philippe Clement.

Gerrard may also have an eye on the Liverpool assistant role, with ex-Everton defender Johnny Heitinga in talks over leaving his position to become the new boss of Ajax.

Steven Gerrard was appointed Rangers manager in 2018

Steven Gerrard was appointed Rangers manager in 2018

Will Castle29 May 2025 20:45

11 hours ago

Schalke close to agreement with Plymouth coach Muslic

Schalke are on the verge of appointing Plymouth boss Miron Muslic after activating a clause to appoint the head coach.

Sky Germany are reporting that the 42-year-old has been offered a two-year deal with the 2. Bundesliga club, which includes an exit clause.

It comes after Muslic seemingly made it clear that he wanted to stay in Plymouth, with the club having since hit out at his change of heart.

In statement, Argyle said: “We have reluctantly allowed Miron Muslic to open talks with a 2. Bundesliga side, after he expressed his desire to speak with them.

“We are frustrated by this decision, having implemented clear structures, processes and personnel to aid Miron and his staff.”

Will Castle29 May 2025 20:30

11 hours ago

Allegri set to be appointed as new Milan manager

AC Milan appear to have found their new manager.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Max Allegri has signed to take over in the San Siro hot seat, with all contracts being sealed.

This comes after Sergio Conceicao departed the under-performing club at the end of the season.

Max Allegri is set to become AC Milan’s new boss

Max Allegri is set to become AC Milan’s new boss (Getty Images)

Will Castle29 May 2025 20:15

11 hours ago

Arsenal involved in concrete talks over Sesko

Arsenal may be about to lose out on Viktor Gyokeres to a rival, but they have a backup frontman lined up.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners are working hard to get a deal over the line for their long-time target, having seen attempts to get a deal done in January rejected.

Now, however, Sesko will leave RB Leipzig - and Arsenal are lying in wait.

Arsenal are strongly interested in Benjamin Sesko

Arsenal are strongly interested in Benjamin Sesko

Will Castle29 May 2025 20:00

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