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A big week is in store for the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham as the new Premier League edges ever closer. The Gunners are weighing up their next move as their push to sign Mikel Merino, who has been ordered to return to training with Sociedad. Julian Alvarez has also been linked.
Chelsea are expected to finally announce the signing of Aaron Anselmino, and are in talks to sign Gabriel Mec, a Gremio youngster being dubbed 'the next Ronaldinho'. Samu Omorodion is back in the frame, and Victor Osimhen remains a target for a loan move. Manchester United have booked medicals for Noussair Mazraoui and Chido Obi Martin amid ongoing talks over Matthijs de Ligt.
Tottenham are plotting an opening bid for Dominic Solanke amid interest in Pedro Netro and Eberechi Eze. Arne Slot has confirmed that Liverpool are struggling to secure his first signing as manager. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
Leicester lead race for Chelsea man
Leicester are the favourites to land Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana.
According to transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, a loan move for the Ivorian awaits after a solid spell at Burnley in the second half of last season and an option to sign him permanently could feature in his switch.
Stuttgart and Villarreal have also been linked.
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Atletico Madrid to beat Arsenal for Julian Alvarez
Man City striker Julian Alvarez is closing in on a move to Atletico Madrid.
The LaLiga side have a near-agreement with City over the Argentine striker, according to The Athletic, with just a final price and payment structure left to seal.
Personal terms are said to be no problem for Alvarez, who reportedly wants the move.
The deal could help Chelsea’s pursuit of Samu Omorodion, the Atletico striker who the Spaniards have been previously not too keen to sell.
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Man United book two medicals as double deal draws near
Manchester United have booked medicals for both Noussair Mazraoui and Chido Obi Martin.
That's according to Foot Mercato, who report that United could wrap up their third and fourth signings of the summer in a matter of days.
The 26-year-old Bayern Munich right-back has already agreed a five-year contract at Old Trafford, while highly rated teenager Obi Martin will join the academy after deciding to leave Arsenal.
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Tottenham want Dominic Solanke and Pedro Neto
Tottenham are growing in confidence a deal with Bournemouth for Dominic Solanke can be struck.
The striker has emerged as Spurs’ desired target this summer, and according to reports are hopeful of agreeing a fee of around £55million for the player.
Solanke has a £65million release clause, which Spurs and a select number of clubs can trigger, but the north Londoners will try to sign the player for less.
Spurs will then reportedly move for Pedro Neto for a similar fee.
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Arsenal move for Mikel Merino takes new twist
Arsenal target Mikel Merino has returned to pre-season training with Real Sociedad, writes Simon Collings.
The midfielder had been on an extended break after helping Spain win Euro 2024 this summer.
Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay had last week expressed doubts about whether Merino would join up for pre-season training, given Arsenal’s interest in him.
“I don’t know, we are aware that Merino has offers, and we know them,” Aperribay was quoted as saying by Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.
“The conversation with him and those around him has been very sincere and I hope his decision is to stay, he already knows that we want him to stay. He has had a renewal offer for some time. And if not, we will try to negotiate the best way out for Real Sociedad.”
Real Sociedad have their final pre-season friendly this week, when they take on Union Berlin on Friday, and it remains to be seen whether Merino takes part.
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Chelsea want Samu Omorodion and Victor Osimhen
Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Samu Omorodion from Atletico Madrid and have not ruled out also snapping up Victor Osimhen on loan.
That's according to The Telegraph, who report that Atlei are now open to selling Omorodion having signed Alexander Sorloth and looking to land Julian Alvarez from Manchester City in a huge £75million deal.
Chelsea have a good relationship with Atletico thanks to negotiations over Conor Gallagher, who is expected to finalise his move to Spain this week.
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Tottenham valuation of Cristian Romero revealed
Tottenham are said to have demanded £150m for Cristian Romero.
The centre-back has become a key man at the back for Spurs, and has been a vice-captain since Ange Postecoglou’s arrival in north London.
Paul O’Keefe claims that Real Madrid enquired about Romero earlier this year, and were told only that huge sum would leave Spurs considering a sale.
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Man United give up on Manuel Ugarte
Manchester United are exploring other targets, after accepting defeat in their pursuit of Manuel Ugarte.
According to The Athletic, United are refusing to meet PSG’s £51m valuation, and no progress has been made in talks between the two clubs.
Other targets are now being looked at, but United could return to Ugarte if PSG’s stance softens.
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Newcastle close in on Marc Guehi
Newcastle are increasingly confident of wrapping up a deal to sign Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.
The Telegraph report that a deal could be completed before the end of the week, with a fee in excess of £60m set to be agreed.
Talks are ongoing, but it is expected than an agreement will be finalised in the coming day.
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Dani Olmo pushing for Barcelona transfer
It’s a key week in the future of Dani Olmo.
The Spanish winger is said by Mundo Deportivo to be heading back to Leipzig today ahead of his pre-season beginning on Thursday, with agent Andy Bara in tow.
Barcelona have offered £43m up front with £2.5m in add-ons based on appearances and a further £8.5m if they win LaLiga or the Champions League in the next six years.
RB Leipzig are yet to give a definitive verdict on the bid, with talks also focused on the payment structure as only £21.5m would arrive this summer.
Olmo is reportedly keen to leave for the Spanish giants, amid rival interest from Man City, and wants a speedy resolution.
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