Veliz loan deal
Tottenham are set to loan striker Alejo Veliz to La Liga new-boys Espanyol.
The Argentine, 20, joined Spurs last summer in a £13million deal.
He struggled for game-time, making just eight appearances including no starts and scoring one goal, and was loaned to Sevilla in January.
But that switch was just as limited minutes-wise as he featured only six times and all off the bench.
Spurs are keen for him to get more experience and with plans to sign a new first-choice striker, they are happy to farm him out.
That has led to the prospect of a straight loan, with no option or obligation to buy, to Espanyol, who were promoted to Spain’s top flight last term.
Veliz has regularly been overlooked for the first-sub appearance during pre-season in favour of 19-year-old centre-forward Will Lankshear.
Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke and Lille’s Jonathan David are among Spurs’ targets as they look to bolster their striker options this summer.
Nottingham Forest's Edu interest
Olympiacos have denied reports suggesting their owner Evangelos Marinakis, who is also in charge of Nottingham Forest, is looking to poach Arsenal sporting director Edu Gaspar.
Reports suggested Marinakis, who also owns Rio Ave, wanted Edu to take over all three clubs as a group sporting director this summer.
That was a role that was initially reserved for famous technical director Antonio Cordon, who took over Olympiacos last year but left soon after due to personal problems.
However, the Greek businessman's camp has poured cold water on the sensational speculation.
Sander Berge EXCLUSIVE
Burnley will demand up to £30million for Sander Berge with Manchester United eyeing a bid for the Norwegian.
The Old Trafford club are already understood to have made contact with Berge’s representatives.
And the Clarets, following relegation from the Premier League, would be willing to sell the 26-year-old holding midfielder.
Despite that drop into the Championship they will refuse to sell him cheap however.
SunSport understands that United would be prepared to pay £20m for the player signed for £12m from Sheffield United a year ago.
Burnley, now bossed by Scott Parker after Vincent Kompany took over at Bayern Munich, would hold out for £10m more.
They are under no pressure to sell given that they have a £100m parachute payment to rely on.
Berge, big mates with star international team mates Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, has become a surprise alternative target following Old Trafford’s refusal to meet PSG’s valuation of £51M for Uruguayan Manuel Ugarte.
Arsenal closing in on Merino
Arsenal are reportedly close to signing Real Sociedad star Mikel Merino during the summer transfer window.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, a deal between the Gunners and Sociedad may be completed in the next few days.
Romano reports that a package worth in the region of €30million (£26m) has been agreed between both clubs.
However, the structure and payment terms still need to be ironed out between the two teams.
It’s expected a deal will soon be finalised as Merino has already agreed to join the the North Londoners.
Barcelona and Atletico Madrid continue to monitor the midfielder but he prefers a move to the Emirates this summer.
The possibility of working under Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was a key factor behind the Spain international's decision.
Hummels linked with Prem move
Mats Hummels has been lined up for a sensational move to the Premier League after leaving Borussia Dortmund as a free agent.
Hummels left Dortmund under acrimonious circumstances after a massive fall out with former manager Edin Terzic.
Now Brighton are willing to take a chance on the centre-back as a free agent, according to transfer insider Florian Plettenberg.
Sky reporter Plettenberg claims that the Seagulls' new manager Fabian Hurzeler has already held a call with the 35-year-old about joining the club.
In the phone call, Hurzeler pitched his sporting project while the ex-Germany international spoke about his own ambitions.
The World Cup winner is reportedly weighing up whether to join Brighton against retiring from football.
Julian Alvarez twist
Manchester City star Julian Alvarez's move to Atletico Madrid could reportedly be off due to personal terms.
Alvarez was expected to complete a move to Atletico in a transfer worth £81.5million.
The 24-year-old has two years left to run on his contract at the Etihad but is keen to gain more playing time.
However, the striker could find himself remaining in Manchester for the time being.
This is because there has been a disagreement between the Argentina international's salary and contract length, as reported by GiveMeSport.
It is claimed that Atleti are working hard to try and resolve this issue.
Estevao Willian injured
Chelsea signing Estevao Willian has been injured, according to reports from Brazil.
The Blues landed Estevao from Palmeiras following a deal that could rise to £52million.
But the winger won't move to Stamford Bridge until the summer of 2025 when he turns 18 and thus he is still playing for Palmeiras.
According to Trivela, however, the Brazil Under-17 international appears to have been injured and not much is being said about it.
It is unknown if Estevao is undergoing intensive treatment, if he has already started to work with the ball or even if he can play.
Marc Guehi transfer details
Newcastle are holding talks with Crystal Palace for Marc Guehi during the summer transfer window.
According to The Telegraph, negotiations are currently underway between the Magpies and Palace.
Liverpool are also keeping tabs on Guehi, who could cost a minimum of £65-70million.
According to The Times, Chelsea could pocket up to £12million if the centre-back completes a move for the kind of fee.
The Blues sold the England international to Palace for just £18m back in 2021 following two successful loan spells at Swansea.
A sell-on clause was added into the contract, meaning the West Londoners will pocket 20 per cent of any profit earned by Oliver Glasner's side for the sale.
Nasser Djiga bidding war
Crystal Palace are battling Arsenal for Red Star Belgrade defender Nasser Djiga, according to reports.
The Burkina Faso international shone as his club won a Serbian league and cup double last season.
Djiga, 21, is under contract until 2028. Red Star paid Swiss club Basel £2.6million for him after a successful spell on loan.
The Serbian giants now want £5m for the centre-back, who has won six caps for his west African home country.
He made 36 club appearances last term, scoring two goals and setting up two more.
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal showed interest in Djiga earlier this summer.
But reports in Burkina Faso now claim that Palace have made an approach for the powerful defender.
Sources close to Djiga told local media that Eagles chiefs have made an offer for him.
Lens are also credited with an interest in the defender, who previously played for their French rivals Nimes.
Karl Hein leaving
Arsenal keeper Karl Hein is on the verge of joining La Liga side Real Valladolid on loan.
The Spanish club have swooped in late to nab the Gunners' No3 after League One Charlton had shown an interest.
The 22-year-old started all three of Arsenal’s pre-season games in the States with David Raya and Aaron Ramsdale enjoying an extended break after their Euros antics.
But having signed a new deal in June, it was always the plan for Hein to go out on loan this season for some much-needed first-team experience.
Valladolid are owned by former Brazil striker, Ronaldo, who knows Arsenal’s sporting director Edu from their playing days.
The Estonia international was particularly impressive against Bournemouth in LA last month, saving two penalties in a spot-kick victory over the Cherries after a 1-1 draw.
This will be the second loan spell of Hein’s time at Arsenal after spending six months with Reading during the 2021-22 season.
Questions remain over No2 Ramsdale, who is also looking for more first-team football after being axed as No1 last season in place of Spaniard Raya.
Ramsdale has been linked with moves to Chelsea, Newcastle and Southampton in the past, but looks likely to be involved in the Emirates Cup this week as Arsenal host Bayer Leverkusen tomorrow and Lyon on Sunday.
Sander Berge EXCLUSIVE
Burnley will demand up to £30million for Sander Berge with Manchester United eyeing a bid for the Norwegian.
The Old Trafford club are already understood to have made contact with Berge’s representatives.
And the Clarets, following relegation from the Premier League, would be willing to sell the 26-year-old holding midfielder.
Despite that drop into the Championship they will refuse to sell him cheap however.
SunSport understands that United would be prepared to pay £20m for the player signed for £12m from Sheffield United a year ago.
Burnley, now bossed by Scott Parker after Vincent Kompany took over at Bayern Munich, would hold out for £10m more.
They are under no pressure to sell given that they have a £100m parachute payment to rely on.
Berge, big mates with star international team mates Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, has become a surprise alternative target following Old Trafford’s refusal to meet PSG’s valuation of £51M for Uruguayan Manuel Ugarte.
Julian Alvarez details
Manchester City accepted a bid for Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
City accepted an offer worth £81.5million from Atletico and it is now up to Alvarez to complete the deal.
Atleti have offered £64.4m up front plus £17m in add-ons in what would be a record sale for the Citizens.
The striker, however, is yet to agree personal terms with Diego Simeone's side.
The Argentina international moved to the Etihad for just £14m only two years ago, which means City are now selling him for almost six times what they paid for him.
Amrabat future
Sofyan Amrabat is likely to be excluded from Fiorentina's plans for the new season.
The Moroccan midfielder returned to training this week following his loan spell at Manchester United.
However, La Nazione report that he is not part of new manager Raffaele Palladino's plans.
It is understood he will not feature in pre-season as Fiorentina look to secure £17million for his services.
West Ham sign Guido Rodriguez
West Ham have confirmed the arrival of Argentinian midfielder Guido Rodriguez on a free transfer.
Upon his arrival at the London Stadium, Rodriguez said: "I’m very happy to be here.
"I feel like it’s every footballer’s dream to play in the Premier League, and I was very excited when I heard that West Ham were interested in me.
"It’s a historic Club, that has a really interesting project. I think it’s the right Club for me, at the right time, and I hope together we can keep growing. I spoke to Edson [Álvarez] before signing, and we’re both really looking forward to working together again.
"I will help the team in any way I can. I will bring experience to the team, and though I’m aware the Premier League is very physical, I’m ready to put the work in to make sure I’m up to the task.
"What I can say to the fans is that I will give them everything. I’m very motivated, and I think together with the supporters we can achieve many good things. I just can’t wait to get going now!"
Burnley set price for Berge
Burnley will demand up to £30M for Sander Berge with Manchester United eyeing a bid for the Norwegian.
The Old Trafford club are already understood to have made contact with Berge’s representatives.
And the Clarets, following relegation from the Premier League, would be willing to sell the 26 year old holding midfielder.
Despite that drop into the Championship they will refuse to sell him cheap however.
Sun Sport understands that United would be prepared to pay £20M for the player signed for £12M from Sheffield United a year ago.