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Tottenham’s 100 per cent start to pre-season is over after slipping to a narrow 2-1 friendly defeat against Bayern Munich in Seoul on Saturday. Pedro Porro scored with a brilliant strike to give Spurs hope amid an improved second-half showing in the South Korean capital, but ultimately it was not enough to secure a share of the spoils as their run of summer wins was halted at four following earlier victories over a K-League XI, Vissel Kobe, QPR and Hearts.

Bayern enjoyed a brilliant opening half in their first real pre-season test under new boss Vincent Kompany after matches against German minnows Rottach-Egern and FC Duren, with young forward Gabriel Vidovic capitalising on the absence of former Spurs talisman Harry Kane following England’s run to the Euro 2024 final as he netted inside five minutes following a bad mix-up between Guglielmo Vicario and Djed Spence.

The Bundesliga giants could have been out of sight at the interval as by far the superior team, but it was actually when Spurs were fighting back after half-time that they doubled their lead thanks to substitute Leon Goretzka. Porro’s rocket gave Tottenham late hope in a thoroughly entertaining match, but Bayern held on for the win as they prepare to face the same opposition again in the Visit Malta Cup in north London next weekend. Follow Bayern Munich vs Tottenham reaction live below!

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Marc Mayo38 minutes ago

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Arsenal are closing in on a deal to land Mikel Merino for their second major signing of the summer transfer window. It looks like Viktor Gyokeres will not be arriving but the Gunners are monitoring deals for a new attacker as Emile Smith Rowe heads to Fulham, with Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz another target.

PSG look to be ready to cut a deal with Manchester United for Manuel Ugarte having signed Joao Neves from Benfica. The Red Devils continue to eye up Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui to beef up their defence while Scott McTominay is available to leave for £30million.

Chelsea are preparing to sign another goalkeeper, Genk teenager Mike Penders. Rumours of a deal involving Romelu Lukaku for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen refuse to go away but Conor Gallagher’s exit appears to be all-but sealed, with Atletico Madrid to beat Tottenham to the England midfielder. Follow all the latest updates, deals and gossip via Standard Sport’s LIVE transfer blog!

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Anthony Gordon to Liverpool update

Liverpool have been linked with what would be a huge move for Newcastle star Anthony Gordon all summer, with reports suggesting Joe Gomez was likely to go the other way.

According to the Telegraph, however, the England winger is expected to stay at St James’ Park.

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Dani Olmo was one of the stars of Euro 2024 and has since been linked with both Arsenal and Chelsea.

Still, according to Fabrizio Romano, it is in fact Barcelona who have won the race...

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Arsenal set Eddie Nketiah price

Arsenal are demanding £30m for Eddie Nketiah.

The Gunners are open to offers for the striker but won’t let him go cheap given he has three years left on his contract.

The Mail say Marseille have made a bid for Nketiah, which is under Arsenal’s valuation.

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Tottenham keen on Dominic Solanke

Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke is on Tottenham’s radar.

The north Londoners have been linked with Solanke for some time amid talk of a special release clause for the league’s top clubs, worth around £65m.

Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reports on Spurs having him on their shortlist of attackers as they look to strengthen up front.

Any deal is said to be tough to pull off, with no formal bid yet.

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Arsenal unlikely to land Viktor Gyokeres

Arsenal will struggle to afford Viktor Gyokeres this summer.

The Sporting CP striker has a release clause worth around £85m and his club are adamant that they won’t negotiate over his price.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners will look to sign a new attacker if they can bring in funds through fringe player sales - Reiss Nelson and Eddie Nketiah being two of those up for grabs.

But such an expensive move like the one for Gyokeres is said to be off the table at this time, even if players leave.

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Conor Gallagher snubs Spurs as Atletico move nears

Conor Gallagher has told Tottenham he won’t sign for them.

Atletico Madrid are closing in on a £33m deal for the Chelsea midfielder, who has rejected a two-year contract extension at Stamford Bridge.

According to TBR Football, Gallagher doesn’t want to join a Premier League rival and the Spanish capital is now beckoning.

It is also claimed that Chelsea have booted Gallagher out of the squad leadership group, whether he leaves this summer or not.

The Blues are tipped to use the funds raised from his sale to sign a new striker.

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Man Utd receive major Manuel Ugarte boost

Paris Saint-Germain have cut their demands for Manchester United to sign Manuel Ugarte.

The Uruguayan midfielder is a key target for the Red Devils but they have been unable to agree a deal with PSG - although a breakthrough is now possible.

L’Equipe report that PSG’s signing of Joao Neves has led to them being ready to do a kinder deal for Ugarte, which could be a loan-to-buy arrangement.

No word on the exact numbers yet but it looks optimistic for Man Utd.

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Arsenal on cusp of deal for Mikel Merino

Arsenal will pay in the region of £33m for Mikel Merino.

CaughtOffside claim a deal between the Gunners and Real Sociedad will be completed in the coming days after the midfielder rejected a new contract offer from the Spanish team.

Transfer journalist Matteo Moretto adds that the initial fee will be £25m, with bonuses on top.

Arsenal have offered terms to 2029 which Merino has reportedly accepted.

Merino’s agent is said to have contacted Barcelona and Atletico Madrid officials to thank them for their interest in the player, who is set on moving to north London.

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Tottenham keen on Solanke

Tottenham are considering a move for Dominic Solanke.

The striker shone for Bournemouth last season, scoring 19 goals in the Premier League.

Fabrizio Romano reports that Spurs are interested in Solanke, but have not yet made a formal bid.

Bournemouth view the 26-year-old as a key player, so it will not be easy to agree a deal.

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Summerville closes in on West Ham move

Crysencio Summerville has completed the first part of his West Ham.

It’s believed that a £25m fee has been agreed for the Leeds winger, with the Hammers hoping Summerville could play some part in the USA pre-season tour.

Sky Sports report that the 22-year-old will undergo the final part of his medical tomorrow.

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Marc Mayo6 minutes ago

Transfer news LIVE!

The new Premier League season is edging ever closer and title hopefuls Arsenal are stepping up their summer business ahead of the big kick-off. Riccardo Calafiori is through the door and now Mikel Merino is in Mikel Arteta's sights with the Real Sociedad midfielder having agreed a four-year contract, while links with Viktor Gyokeres will not go away.

Chelsea are hoping to land a striker as they work on a bold loan move for Victor Osimhen, but the Napoli forward would reportedly rather move to Paris Saint-Germain due to a bigger salary and Champions League football. Aaron Anselmino will definitely be joining after undergoing a medical. Conor Gallagher is discussing a move to Atletico Madrid, after rejecting a latest contract offer, but Tottenham have been tipped to hijack the move and given encouragement over Pedro Neto.

Manchester United are still working on a deal for Noussair Mazraouri, and also want Bayern Munich team-mate Matthijs de Ligt, but need West Ham to sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka first. Liverpool continue to be linked with Anthony Gordon and have been rejected by Adrien Rabiot. Follow the latest transfer news and rumours live below!

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Tottenham ready to hijack Conor Gallagher deal

Tottenham will hijack Atletico Madrid’s deal for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher.

According to Football Insider, Spurs are ready to pounce on their long-time target - who they failed to sign last summer - after the Blues lowered their demands.

The 24-year-old is ready to leave Chelsea after effectively being forced out in favour of younger talent across the world, and Spurs hope to convince him to stay in England.

Aston Villa are also interested.

Atletico Madrid close in on Conor Gallagher

Atletico Madrid are growing in confidence they can strike a deal with Chelsea for Conor Gallagher, writes Nick Purewal.

Chelsea are locked in new talks with the Spanish side, who are ready to offer a fee in the region of £34million.

Atleti chiefs now hope that will be enough to convince Chelsea to sell, who had been looking for a higher fee earlier this summer.

Chelsea had rejected our of hand Atletico's first set of proposals at the start of the transfer window, but now the Madrid men have returned with improved offers.

Gallagher has entered the final year of his Chelsea contract, and has rejected the latest offer of a new one.

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Arsenal close in on £25m Mikel Merino

Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Mikel Merino.

According to Fabrizio Romano, an agreement on personal terms has been met - reportedly on a four-year deal - and now talks with Real Sociedad over a fee are progressing.

Romano claims a deal is expected to be reached in excess of €30million (£25m), so Mikel Arteta will get his midfield target.

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McClaren appointed new Jamacia manager after leaving Manchester United

Manchester United coach Steve McClaren has been confirmed as Jamacia's new manager.

The 63-year-old returned to Old Trafford in 2022 to form part of Erik ten Hag's backroom team having previously worked with the Dutchman during his time coaching FC Twente.

The Reggae Boyz have been without a manager since Heimir Hallgrimsson left earlier this month after a disappointing Copa America. The Icelandic coach has since taken charge of the Republic of Ireland.

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Crysencio Summerville heading for West Ham medical after £25m breakthrough

West Ham have agreed a deal worth around £25million for Leeds winger Crysencio Summerville.

The Hammers have been in the market for a wide forward this summer and have looked at a number of players, including Arsenal’s Reiss Nelson.

A move for Summerville is now at an advanced stage, however, with West Ham set to pay £25m plus add-ons for the 22-year-old.

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Romelu Lukaku waits for Napoli green light

Romelu Lukaku has already agreed a £100,000-a-week deal to sign for Napoli.

A three-year contract is sorted between the Italians and the Chelsea striker, as he waits on the clubs to agree a fee, according to Calciomercato.

Antonio Conte has made Lukaku his priority signing to replace Victor Osimhen, who must first seal a move to either PSG, Arsenal, Chelsea or Saudi Arabia before the Belgian can join.

Lukaku, in the meantime, is reportedly training alone at his current club.

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Crystal Palace ponder Jordan Ayew sale

Leicester want to sign Jordan Ayew, with Crystal Palace considering selling the forward this summer, writes Dom Smith.

The newly-promoted Foxes have made a formal approach for the 32-year-old, who joined Palace from Swansea in 2019.

Standard Sport understands Palace are open to letting Ayew leave if an attractive enough offer is made, and the same is understood to be the case for squad player Jeffrey Schlupp.

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Eddie Nketiah told to follow old Arsenal teammate's footsteps

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has made his move to bring Eddie Nketiah to Marseille.

After joining Al Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia, the veteran striker has responded to one fan asking if he can tell Arsenal’s Nketiah to join Marseille.

“Already done,” was Aubameyang’s simple response. And telling too, perhaps...

PSG set to win Joao Neves race

PSG are closing in on signing Joao Neves.

Manchester United and Arsenal have been linked with the Portuguese wonderkid, the latest teenage star out of the Benfica academy.

A Bola say PSG will pay over £50m up front with another £8m in bonuses, with Renato Sanches heading to Lisbon on loan in return.

Neves is expected to fly into Paris on Friday to undergo a medical and sign a five-year contract.

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Fulham open to Jay Stansfield U-turn

Fulham have not ruled out sending Jay Stansfield out on loan again this season, writes Dom Smith.

The 21-year-old striker scored 13 goals on loan last season with Birmingham — who wanted to sign him permanently afterwards — before returning to Fulham this summer. Manager Marco Silva said at the end of last season that he wanted the England Under-21 international to stay with Fulham for the 2024/25 campaign.

However, Standard Sport understands a decision on where he spends this season is yet to be made, with Fulham open to loaning Stansfield out again if an attractive enough proposal materialises.

A sale has also not been ruled out. While that is not Fulham’s desired outcome, any transfer fee would count as pure profit for accounting purposes, given he is an academy product.

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Spurs are in Seoul to continue their pre-season preparations as they take on a K League XI for the second time in three years. Tottenham captain Heung-min Son will no doubt be the star attraction on home soil, but Ange Postecoglou is expected to field a strong side at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea.

Tottenham have won all four of their pre-season friendlies so far this summer, dispatching Cambridge United, Hearts, QPR and Vissel Kobe, with 16-year-old striker Mikey Moore making a name for himself with two goals in the process. The youngster should feature again today and will fancy his chance of adding to that tally against an XI which Spurs beat 6-3 in 2022.

Radu Dragusin is with the squad for the first time after his Euro 2024 exploits with Romania, so expect some minutes for him, but Rodrigo Bentancur and Cristian Romero are still absent and Richarlison is injured. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog.

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Jonathan Gorrie21 minutes ago

Transfer news LIVE!

The summer window continues at a pace ahead of the new Premier League season, which is a little over two weeks away, as Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester United all continue to work hard on both new signings and outgoings. The Gunners finally got their business underway with a deal for Riccardo Calafiori and could follow it up with a move for Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino, though Real Sociedad have offered him a new contract. Leroy Sane is the latest forward to be linked, while Eddie Nkietah could leave. Emile Smith Rowe is set to join Fulham and Chido Obi-Martin has agreed to deal with Manchester United.

Chelsea look to have been a long-awaited move for Victor Osimhen and are thrashing out a surprise loan deal, which could see Romelu Lukaku head to Napoli permanently in the opposite direction. Goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has been signed and a deal for Aaron Anselmino is imminent. Maximilian Beier is another new name being linked.

Man Utd have won the race for Obi-Martin and want to soon add Noussair Mazraoui to their ranks as West Ham discuss a deal for Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Niclas Fullkrug. Tottenham continue to be linked with Eberechi Eze and Jacob Ramsey and Liverpool remain keen on Anthony Gordon. Follow the latest transfer news and rumours live below!

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Liverpool keen on Joey Veerman

Liverpool are yet to have signed a single player this summer but Arne Slot is reportedly looking to bring in a new midfielder.

According to Anfield Watch, the Reds are ready to move for PSV and Netherlands star Joey Veerman.

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Emerson Royal set to join AC Milan with Tottenham agreement imminent

Tottenham defender Emerson Royal is expected to join AC Milan in the coming days.

According to widespread reports, Milan have finally edged closer to Spurs’ £18million valuation and an agreement is understood to be imminent.

Emerson has already agreed a personal terms on the move.

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Arsenal weigh up Leroy Sane bid

Arsenal have turned attention to Bayern’s Leroy Sane in their pursuit of a new forward.

Mikel Arteta is desperate to sign another forward this summer, amid links with the likes of Viktor Gyokeres and Victor Osimhen, but it is wide forward Sane would is the latest of interest.

That’s according to Sky Sports Germany, who claim the Gunners are keen on a move with Sane having just a year left on his contract in Germany.

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Chelsea close in on Victor Osimhen loan

Chelsea are in talks with Napoli over a stunning deal to sign Victor Osimhen on loan.

According to The Athletic, the Blues are exploring a loan move for the striker which would see Napoli sign Romelu Lukaku.

The report claims the Osimhen loan move would not include an obligation to make the move permanent.

Meanwhile, CBS Sports report that Lukaku has already agreed a three-year deal with Napoli and will take a pay cut.

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Chido Obi-Martin to join Man United after Arsenal exit

Manchester United are reportedly set to sign Chido Obi-Martin.

The Red Devils had been working hard to sign the prolific teenage forward following his exit from Arsenal earlier this summer.

Now Fabrizio Romano reports that Obi-Martin has accepted United’s contract offer after rejecting interest from Germany and Ajax.

The Danish youth international, 16, scored 32 goals for Arsenal’s Under-18s last season - including an incredible 10 against Liverpool in a single game.

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Chelsea complete £20.7m Filip Jorgensen deal

Chelsea have continued their latest summer recruitment drive with the signing of goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen.

The Swedish-born Danish Under-21 international has signed a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge until 2031 after joining from LaLiga outfit Villarreal in a deal believed to be worth £20.7m.

Jorgensen immediately joined up with his new Chelsea team-mates in Atlanta on Tuesday, training ahead of the third instalment of their USA pre-season tour which comes against Mexican champions Club America at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday night.

“This move is a dream come true,” said Jorgensen. “I am very excited to have signed for Chelsea, one of the biggest clubs in the world. I can’t wait to get to know everyone and to start playing with all my new team-mates.”

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Done deal! Everton sign Jake O'Brien from Lyon

A done deal to bring you from the Premier League tonight.

Everton have completed the signing of Jake O’Brien from Lyon for an undisclosed fee believed to be around £16.8m.

The two-cap Republic of Ireland international defender, 23, has penned a four-year contract at Goodison Park lasting until 2028 after just one impressive season in Ligue 1 that followed a £1m switch from Crystal Palace last summer.

The Eagles apparently had a 20 per cent sell-on clause in that original deal, so should now net a nice little windfall.

West Ham enter talks over Niclas Fullkrug deal

West Ham have entered talks over a possible deal to sign Borussia Dortmund and Germany striker Niclas Fullkrug, writes Standard Sport’s Dom Smith.

The 31-year-old scored twice for his country at Euro 2024 and is now a leading contender to join the Hammers ahead of Julen Lopetegui’s first campaign as manager.

West Ham retain interest in Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran, but a £35million bid was rejected despite an agreement over personal terms.

Duran is hopeful of leaving Villa this summer in search of more game time but has now seen potential moves to both Chelsea and West Ham stall.

The Hammers have therefore turned their attention to other targets and Standard Sport understands they have entered talks over a possible deal for Fullkrug.

Read the story in full here

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Arsenal interested in Leroy Sane move

Arsenal have been linked with a move for a new forward all summer and now reports are touting them for a move for a player Leroy Sane knows very well.

According to Sky Sports Germany, the Gunners are keen to sign Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich...

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Postecoglou 'delighted' with Tottenham's latest summer transfer deal

Ange Postecoglou paid tribute to Tottenham’s scouting department as he hailed the “great promise” of new signing Yang Min-hyeok.

On Sunday, Spurs announced the signing of 18-year-old South Korean winger Yang from Gangwon, who he will remain with before joining the Spurs squad in January 2025.

Yang, who cost Spurs around £3.5million, will become Tottenham’s second South Korean player, after captain Son Heung-min.

Spurs boss Postecoglou admitted he was “delighted” to complete the deal for Yang, while speaking in Seoul on Tuesday ahead of Tottenham’s pre-season friendly against Team K League on Wednesday.

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Jonathan Gorrie1 minute ago

Transfer news LIVE!

The start of the new Premier League season is just weeks away now and all of Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester United are expected to make further high-profile signings before it commences. The Gunners sealed a deal for Riccardo Calafiori earlier this week and are now targeting a move for Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino, although could also turn their attention to a striker as they prepare to sell Emile Smith Rowe to Fulham.

Napoli left Victor Osimhen out of their recent pre-season squad, fuelling speculation around Arsenal, who continue to be linked with the likes of Viktor Gyokeres and Leroy Sane. Chelsea, who have signed Filip Jorgensen and are about to welcome Aaron Anselmino, are known to hold an interest in the Nigeria international as part of a potential swap involving Romelu Lukaku and reports suggest the player is keen on joining the Blues, who may be battling Aston Villa for Maximilian Beier.

Manchester United, meanwhile, have agreed terms to sign Bayern Munich star Noussair Mazraoui and are again being linked with Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong as they also prepare to sign Chido Obi-Martin following his Arsenal exit. West Ham are in talks over Niclas Fullkrug, while Liverpool are on the trail of Joey Veerman as Tottenham eye Jacob Ramsey. Follow the latest transfer news and rumours live below!

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Chido Obi-Martin to join Man United after Arsenal exit

Manchester United are reportedly set to sign Chido Obi-Martin.

The Red Devils had been working hard to sign the prolific teenage forward following his exit from Arsenal earlier this summer.

Now Fabrizio Romano reports that Obi-Martin has accepted United’s contract offer after rejecting interest from Germany and Ajax.

The Danish youth international, 16, scored 32 goals for Arsenal’s Under-18s last season - including an incredible 10 against Liverpool in a single game.

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Chelsea complete £20.7m Filip Jorgensen deal

Chelsea have continued their latest summer recruitment drive with the signing of goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen.

The Swedish-born Danish Under-21 international has signed a seven-year contract at Stamford Bridge until 2031 after joining from LaLiga outfit Villarreal in a deal believed to be worth £20.7m.

Jorgensen immediately joined up with his new Chelsea team-mates in Atlanta on Tuesday, training ahead of the third instalment of their USA pre-season tour which comes against Mexican champions Club America at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Wednesday night.

“This move is a dream come true,” said Jorgensen. “I am very excited to have signed for Chelsea, one of the biggest clubs in the world. I can’t wait to get to know everyone and to start playing with all my new team-mates.”

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Done deal! Everton sign Jake O'Brien from Lyon

A done deal to bring you from the Premier League tonight.

Everton have completed the signing of Jake O’Brien from Lyon for an undisclosed fee believed to be around £16.8m.

The two-cap Republic of Ireland international defender, 23, has penned a four-year contract at Goodison Park lasting until 2028 after just one impressive season in Ligue 1 that followed a £1m switch from Crystal Palace last summer.

The Eagles apparently had a 20 per cent sell-on clause in that original deal, so should now net a nice little windfall.

West Ham enter talks over Niclas Fullkrug deal

West Ham have entered talks over a possible deal to sign Borussia Dortmund and Germany striker Niclas Fullkrug, writes Standard Sport’s Dom Smith.

The 31-year-old scored twice for his country at Euro 2024 and is now a leading contender to join the Hammers ahead of Julen Lopetegui’s first campaign as manager.

West Ham retain interest in Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran, but a £35million bid was rejected despite an agreement over personal terms.

Duran is hopeful of leaving Villa this summer in search of more game time but has now seen potential moves to both Chelsea and West Ham stall.

The Hammers have therefore turned their attention to other targets and Standard Sport understands they have entered talks over a possible deal for Fullkrug.

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Arsenal interested in Leroy Sane move

Arsenal have been linked with a move for a new forward all summer and now reports are touting them for a move for a player Leroy Sane knows very well.

According to Sky Sports Germany, the Gunners are keen to sign Leroy Sane from Bayern Munich...

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Postecoglou 'delighted' with Tottenham's latest summer transfer deal

Ange Postecoglou paid tribute to Tottenham’s scouting department as he hailed the “great promise” of new signing Yang Min-hyeok.

On Sunday, Spurs announced the signing of 18-year-old South Korean winger Yang from Gangwon, who he will remain with before joining the Spurs squad in January 2025.

Yang, who cost Spurs around £3.5million, will become Tottenham’s second South Korean player, after captain Son Heung-min.

Spurs boss Postecoglou admitted he was “delighted” to complete the deal for Yang, while speaking in Seoul on Tuesday ahead of Tottenham’s pre-season friendly against Team K League on Wednesday.

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Arteta reveals Calafiori debut plan ahead of Arsenal vs Liverpool

Mikel Arteta will not rush Riccardo Calafiori into making his Arsenal debut when the Gunners face Liverpool this week.

Calafiori completed his £42million move from Bologna to Arsenal on Monday and has signed a five-year contract.

The Italy defender has joined Arsenal on their US tour and trained on his own on Monday as he looks to get up to speed.

Calafiori is hoping to work with the rest of the squad on Tuesday and after that session Arsenal will decide if he plays a role in their friendly against Liverpool overnight on Wednesday.

“He had a long flight yesterday, and a medical over the past 24 hours,” said Mikel Arteta, who was speaking overnight in Philadelphia.

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Sociedad offer Merino new contract to ward off Arsenal transfer interest

Mikel Merino has been offered a new contract by Real Sociedad as the Spanish club bid to fight off interest from Arsenal.

The Gunners want to sign a new midfielder this summer and they are tracking Merino, who is currently on holiday after helping Spain win Euro 2024.

Atletico Madrid and Barcelona have also been linked with a move for the 28-year-old, who is into the final 12 months of his contract.

Sociedad, however, are hoping they can persuade Merino to stay and a new deal is on the table for him to sign.

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Smith Rowe leaves Arsenal training camp to undergo Fulham medical

Emile Smith Rowe will undergo a medical at Fulham in the next 24 hours ahead of his £34million move from Arsenal.

Fulham will pay £27m spread across four years, plus a further £7m in add-ons, representing a club-record transfer fee.

The midfielder left Arsenal’s pre-season tour in the United States on Monday and his medical will be completed within the next day.

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Chelsea in talks over stunning swap as Osimhen pushes to leave Napoli

Chelsea and Napoli are trying to thrash out a multi-layered deal that would see Victor Osimhen join the Blues and Romelu Lukaku head to Italy.

Belgium striker Lukaku has long been in line to join Napoli on a permanent deal this summer, to reunite with his former Inter Milan boss Antonio Conte in Serie A.

Chelsea want £30million for Lukaku, with the Blues aiming to sell permanently following loan stints at Inter Milan and Roma.

Napoli hope a deal to send coveted Nigeria hitman Osimhen to Stamford Bridge could whittle down the fee on Lukaku.

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Jonathan Gorrie41 minutes ago

Transfer news – LIVE!

The start of the new Premier League season is just weeks away and all of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are expected to make further signings before it commences. The Gunners sealed a deal for Riccardo Calafiori earlier this week and are targeting a move for Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino, although could also turn their attention to a striker.

Napoli left Victor Osimhen out of their recent pre-season squad, fuelling speculation. Chelsea, who are set to sign Filip Jorgensen and Aaron Anselmino are known to hold an interest in the Nigeria international and reports suggest the player is keen on the Blues.

United, meanwhile, have agreed terms to sign Bayern Munich star Noussair Mazraoui after a move to West Ham collapsed and are now – once again – being linked with Barcelona star Frenkie De Jong. Follow all the latest news, gossip and rumours including updates on Federico Chiesa to Tottenham and Joey Veerman to Liverpool below!

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Liverpool make move for Morten Frendrup

It seems as if Liverpool are ready to ramp up their attempts to make their first signing this summer.

Alongside their reported interest in Joey Veerman, TMW in Italy suggest the Reds are set to make a move for Genoa’s Morten Frendrup.

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Tottenham set to hold Federico Chiesa transfer talks

Tottenham have 'concerete interest' in Juventus outcast Federico Chiesa.

The Italian winger's agent has flown to London, according to Sky Germany, for talks over a possible move to either Spurs or Chelsea.

Chiesa has just one year left on his contract with the Old Lady, and is reportedly available for less than £20million.

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Liverpool target Joey Veerman

Liverpool are yet to have signed a single player this summer but Arne Slot is reportedly looking to bring in a new midfielder.

According to Anfield Watch, the Reds are ready to move for PSV and Netherlands star Joey Veerman.

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Man United relaunch Frenkie De Jong bid

Frenkie de Jong has been linked with Manchester United for years but remains a Barcelona player despite so much upheaval at the Camp Nou.

Still, all that could change reasonably soon.

According to reports in Spain, the Red Devils have relaunched their interest and hope to wrap up a deal.

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Chelsea could hijack Victor Osimhen move

Chelsea, however, could threaten Arsenal’s attempts to sign Osimhen this summer.

Reports via TEAMtalk suggest the Nigeria international wants to move to Stamford Bridge, while The Guardian suggest the Italian side would be willing to swap him, plus cash, for Romelu Lukaku.

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Arsenal hold fresh Victor Osimhen talks

Arsenal were linked with the signing of a new striker for months but the trail has gone somewhat cold in recent weeks.

Still, the Gunners are now said to have held talks with one of the biggest names in world football right now.

According to reports in Italy via TEAMtalk, Arsenal have been in discussion with the Italian giants...

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Federico Chiesa agent flies in for Tottenham talks

Tottenham have 'concerete interest' in Juventus outcast Federico Chiesa.

The Italian winger's agent has flown to London, according to Sky Germany, for talks over a possible move to either Spurs or Chelsea.

Chiesa has just one year left on his contract with the Old Lady, and is reportedly available for less than £20million.

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Chelsea have an opportunity to sign Victor Osimhen

Chelsea know that Romelu Lukaku is Napoli manager Antonio Conte’s prime candidate to replace Victor Osimhen and that could play a role in their talks.

PSG are said to be only willing to pay £75m for Osimhen, whose price tag has been dropped from the £109m of his release clause to £84m.

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Calafiori sends message to new team-mates

New Arsenal signing Riccardo Calafiori has laid out his aims for the season in his first words as a Gunners player.

"I'm really happy to be here. I waited a lot,” he told his new team-mates upon signing.

"I hope we are going to do something great this year."

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Emile Smith Rowe set for Fulham medical as £34m fee agreed with Arsenal

Arsenal and Fulham have agreed a deal worth £34million for Emile Smith Rowe.

The move is a club-record one for Fulham, who will pay £27m across four years and a further £7m in add-ons.

Smith Rowe, who had also been attracting interest from Crystal Palace this summer, will now undergo a medical with Fulham and finalise personal terms before joining the club’s pre-season tour in Portugal.

The midfielder will hope that by leaving Arsenal he can kickstart his career after a difficult few years at Emirates Stadium.

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Spurs face their fourth run out of the summer after winning the first three

Arsenal are primed for a big week in the summer window as they prepare to announce the signing of Riccardo Calafiori, make a move for Mikel Merino and bid farewell to Emile Smith Rowe. The Bologna centre-back has flown in to complete a medical and join the club on their US tour, with Mikel Arteta then focusing on Merino as the replacement for Fulham-bound Smith Rowe.

Chelsea, meanwhile, have already wrapped up six summer signings and want to bring in at least two more in Filip Jorgensen and Aaron Anselmino, who are set to undergo medicals, and hold hope of luring Nico Williams to Stamford Bridge.

Manchester United are closing in on their third summer signing, with talks progressing over a deal for Bayern Munich's Noussair Mazraoui, and have been tipped for a big week with several other deals in the pipeline. Tottenham, meanwhile, have confirmed the signing of Yang Min-Hyeok, and still hold interest in Eberechi Eze and Jonathan David. Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!