All the latest updates, deals, gossip and rumours during the summer transfer window
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Arsenal could wrap up a deal for a new striker within days, according to latest reports, with talks ongoing over Sporting's £86million-rated Viktor Gyokeres. Mikel Arteta is desperate for a new focal point to his attack, and Serhou Guirassy, Johan Bakayoko and Victor Osimhen have also been linked. Also on their radar is Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, and Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich.
Chelsea have cooled their own interest in Guirassy, but have begun talks over a huge move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak which would break the club’s transfer record. Barcelona wonderkid Marc Guiu is expeced to join on a cut-price £5m deal and Omari Kellyman's arrival from Aston Villa will soon be announced. Jonathan David has been discussed, and is also attracting Tottenham and West Ham
Spurs are determined to sign Eberechi Eze in a deal which could cost £60m and reportedly failed in an approach for Jarrod Bowen amid links with Sebastian Szymanski. Manchester United have made their first move for Manuel Ugarte, who PSG are willing to sell, but face a tough task luring Leny Yoro to Old Trafford. Follow all the latest updates from the summer transfer window with Standard Sport’s live blog!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Crystal Palace still working on Jobe Bellingham deal
Crystal Palace are still working on a deal for Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the younger brother of Jude remains a key transfer target for the Eagles.
Bellingham is yet to make a decision over his future as many clubs track him.
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What Isak has said about Newcastle exit amid Chelsea interest
Alexander Isak has already spoken about a possible Newcastle exit this summer.
You can read what he said here.
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Done deal! West Ham sign Wes Foderingham
West Ham have confirmed the signing of Wes Foderingham on a free transfer.
The former Sheffield United goalkeeper has signed a two-year deal and joins on July 1.
Arsenal ahead of Barcelona in Mikel Merino race
Arsenal face competition from Barcelona for Mikel Merino.
According to reports in Spain, Mikel Arteta rang the Real Sociedad midfielder earlier this week to get the ball rolling on a summer switch.
But Barcelona are also keen, as they target a cut-price deal for a player with just one year left on his contract.
Mundo Deportivo report that the Gunners still lead the race and the player will likely find it hard to turn down any offer.
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ICYMI: Arsenal aim to seal deal for Viktor Gyokeres within days
Arsenal could wrap up a deal for Viktor Gyokeres within days.
That’s according to reports in Portugal, which claim negotiations between Sporting and the Gunners are so advanced that an agreement could be reached by the end of this week.
Fabrizio Romano has downplayed talk of such an imminent deal, but has confirmed Arsenal have explored a move for the former Coventry City striker.
One to keep an eye on.
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Chelsea striker targets
As ever, Chelsea have been spreading their net high and wide.
Marc Guiu
Jonathan David
Jhon Duran
Maximilian Beier
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Samuel Omorodion
Alexander Isak
Only one proven, regular Premier League goalscorer on that list.
Chelsea begin talks over record-breaking Alexander Isak move
Chelsea have made their first move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak.
The Sweden international has also been linked with Arsenal, but it is the Blues who have held talks with Newcastle to confirm their desire to sign the striker, according to the Mail.
Chelsea are aware that any fee would likely eclipse the £115million give to Brighton for Moises Caicedo, with Newcastle able to demand double the £63m Newcastle paid Real Sociedad two years ago.
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Four-way Premier League battle for Jonathan David
Manchester United and Chelsea, Tottenham and West Ham are in a Premier League fight for Jonathan David.
According to the Guardian, all four teams have designs on the Lille striker, who is available for as little as £20million as he has just one year left on his contract in France.
David, who is currently with Canada at the Copa America, is considered among the bargains of the transfer window having scored 84 goals in 183 matches for Lille.
All four teams are on the hunt for a new striker, but the Hammers may struggle to afford David's wage demands. United are currently prioritising Joshua Zirkzee.
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Marc Guiu arrival will not end Chelsea striker search
Chelsea are pushing to complete a £5million deal for Barcelona teenage striker Marc Guiu, writes Nick Purewal.
The Blues are in advanced talks with the 18-year-old forward, and are ready to trigger his modest release clause.
Guiu is considering an offer from Chelsea alongside a new contract proposal from Barcelona.
Chelsea are still weighing a move for Lille’s Jonathan David, though the Blues will face competition for the Canada striker from a clutch of Premier League rivals.
Read more here!
Evening Standard
Manchester United weigh up Paulo Dybala move
Paulo Dybala is a target for Manchester United.
Italian newspaper Il Messaggero say the Roma striker is yet to hold talks over a new contract with the Giallorossi, which would eliminate his £10m release clause.
Reports in Argentina are also quoted as highlighting United’s interest, which is being led by Erik ten Hag.
Elsewhere, Lazio are said to be keen on Mason Greenwood with talks apparently accelerating in the last 24 hours.
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