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Keep up to date with the latest signings, rumours and gossip from across the summer transfer window
Jonathan Gorrie15 minutes ago
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Pre-season is well underway and the transfer business is expected to ramp up in the days and weeks ahead, following the conclusion of Euro 2024 and the Copa America. Manchester United have been busy already this summer and only announced the signing of Leny Yoro earlier this week but could reportedly soon follow that up with the addition of Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
Arsenal, meanwhile, are closing in on a deal for Ajax’s highly-rated young goalkeeper Tommy Setford as they continue to track Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori. Reports now claim that the Gunners are still in the race to sign Spain star Nico Williams too, with the forward having a £47m release clause.
Chelsea could continue to strengthen this summer, too. A new striker is thought to be on the agenda and the Blues could seemingly turn back to former target Elye Wahi. Follow all the news gossip and rumours including updates on Liverpool, Tottenham and West Ham below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Tottenham to sign Jacob Ramsey in £19m-plus-Giovani Lo Celso deal
Tottenham close to agreeing a deal with Aston Villa to sign Jacob Ramsey in a player-plus-cash deal.
According to TyC Sports, Spurs are ready to part with £19million plus Giovani Lo Celso, who has previously worked with Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery.
The reports in Argentina claim an agreement is all but agreed for Spurs third summer arrival.
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Man Utd begin talks to sign former Arsenal wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin
Manchester United are exploring a deal to sign Chido Obi-Martin after the young star decided to leave Arsenal.
According to The Athletic, the 16-year-old has already visited United’s Carrington training facilities and talks are underway over a contract offer.
The Gunners tried hard to keep Obi-Martin, who has already made plenty of headlines during his young career after scoring 10 goals for Arsenal’s under-16s against Liverpool in November.
He has also scored four, five and seven in games since.
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Crystal Palace explore Ismaila Sarr move
Crystal Palace have held talks over signing Ismaila Sarr.
According to The Athletic, the former Watford winger could be available after just one year with Marseille.
Palace have long been interested in Sarr and have explored a move for a possible Michael Olise replacement.
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Arsenal update on Riccardo Calafiori talks as Bologna transfer chief goes public
Arsenal remain in pole position to sign Riccardo Calafiori despite talks over a summer move stalling, Bologna chairman Claudio Fenucci has suggested.
The Gunners want to sign a left-footed defender and the 22-year-old has emerged as a key target, however there remains a gap in valuation. Bologna want at least £42million but reports in Italy claim Arsenal have met to offer more than £34million.
Bologna's desire to get top dollar for their defender is in part driven by Calafiori's former club Basel being due half of any fee received.
Standard Sport understands Calafiori is keen on a move to Emirates Stadium and is attracted to the idea of working under Mikel Arteta.
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Chelsea spark transfer talk with Lesley Ugochukwu decision
Chelsea have sparked transfer speculation over Lesley Ugochukwu after recalling the midfielder from France’s squad for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
The 20-year-old made 15 appearances for the Blues last season but has this summer been linked with a move away.
Ugochukwu was set to be on reserve for the young French squad in Paris, named by head coach Thierry Henry on a four-man standby list ahead of France’s first game next Wednesday against the United States.
But Chelsea have on Friday decided to withdraw the player from contention.
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Crystal Palace set asking price for key stars
Crystal Palace will hold out for at least £70m for Marc Guehi and Eberechi Eze this summer.
Having already sold Michael OIlise to Bayern Munich, the Eagles are reluctant to lose more of their first-team stars.
The Guardian report that Liverpool remain interested in Guehi, while Arsenal and Tottenham have not yet made any concrete moves for Eze.
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Kepa Arrizabalaga waiting for Real Madrid
Kepa Arrizabalaga has not yet made a decision on his future.
The goalkeeper is a Chelsea player again, having spent last season on loan at Real Madrid, and it remains to be seen whether he returns to Spain.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Kepa wants to secure a move to Real, but the club will only look to sign him if Andriy Lunin is sold.
Kepa is therefore waiting to see what happens with Lunin, ignoring a proposal from Al Ittihad for now.
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Man United told Manuel Ugarte fee
Manchester United have been told Manuel Ugarte will cost £59m.
It’s believed that United have agreed personal terms with the PSG midfielder, as they look to make a third major signing of the summer.
However, while United lead the race and Ugarte wants the move, Sky Sports report that no agreement between the clubs has been reached, as PSG hold out for a fee in the region of £59m.
There is interest in Ugarte from at least one other Premier League club, as well as sides in Italy and Spain.
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Richarlison eyes Saudi move
Richarlison is keen to make a move to Saudi Arabia this summer.
That’s according to HITC, with it claimed that the Brazilian has informed Saudi Pro League clubs he would be open to leaving Tottenham.
Reports suggest Spurs would be open to selling the striker, but will demand a fee of at least £60m for Richarlison.
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Eddie Howe coy on Newcastle future
Eddie Howe has made it clear he wants to be backed by Newcastle if he is to remain at the club.
The Magpies boss has been strongly linked with the England job, after Gareth Southgate’s departure, and the 46-year-old was asked if would be in charge of Newcastle for their first game of the season.
“As long as I’m happy in the position that I’m in,” Howe replied.
“As long as I feel supported by the football club and free to work in the way that I want to work, yes. That is the crucial thing.
“I’m not talking about England. England is not even on my focus, it’s all about Newcastle, it has been all summer.
“I think England is a very special job for someone. I am very patriotic and I’m not ashamed to say that. I love my country.”
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