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Mateus Fernandes is at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war between Manchester United and Tottenham, who hope to blow the Red Devils out of the water with their offer

Tottenham are confident of beating Manchester United in the race for Mateus Fernandes by securing a deal worth up to £80million. Fernandes, 21, is a top target for both clubs and West Ham are prepared to sell him following their relegation from the Premier League.

Arsenal and Real Madrid were previously keen on the midfielder, but their interest has cooled. Now Tottenham appear to be frontrunners, as they're willing to offer a bigger transfer fee.

The Times report that Spurs hope to gazump United, who Tottenham chiefs believe could walk away from the negotiating table if the price gets too high. Southampton will receive 15 per cent of the fee thanks to a sell-on clause inserted in the deal, which took Fernandes to West Ham for £38m last summer.

Spurs are attacking the transfer market after avoiding relegation on the final day at West Ham's expense. Roberto De Zerbi's side have already signed defensive trio Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke, and announced the arrival of goalkeeper Martin Dubravka on Wednesday.

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Despite West Ham's struggles, Fernandes impressed with his consistent performances. United, however, don't want to be dragged into a bidding war, identical to their stance regarding Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson.

Forest are reportedly demanding a British record £130m package, having already rejected two offers from Manchester City. But United's reluctance to splash out risks leaving Michael Carrick with a threadbare midfield.

When Casemiro departs upon the expiry of his contract next week, Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte will be United's only recognised senior central midfielders ahead of the season which will see the return of Champions League football. However, the Red Devils are close to signing Atalanta star Ederson for £35m.

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United want at least two new midfielders, and it could become three if Ugarte is sold. Speaking after the end of the season, Carrick said on the transfer window: "There's obviously work to do.

"I know it's quite obvious, there's certain players leaving, that there's a bit of work to do. It's not any more important, this one, than the last one, or it's what's ahead of us as a football club to try and make the most of."

Tottenham Hotspur have already made several signings in the transfer market and have been linked with moves for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali and Manchester United's Marcus Rashford

Tottenham Hotspur could line up with a vastly different team when the new Premier League campaign kicks off. Boss Roberto De Zerbi has wasted little time in reshaping his squad following last season's battle against relegation.

The Spurs manager was forthright about the need for summer reinforcements on the final day of the season. "I think we have now to change too many players," De Zerbi admitted. "We have 10, 11, 12 players good enough to stay."

The club have acted decisively in the transfer market, snapping up Liverpool icon Andy Robertson and Bournemouth star Marcos Senesi on free transfers. Jan Paul van Hecke has also been reunited with his former Brighton manager De Zerbi following the defender's £52million switch.

However, Spurs' recruitment drive is far from over as the club had an £80m offer rejected for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali and have also been linked with England forward Marcus Rashford. Here is how De Zerbi's team could potentially shape up if Tottenham secure those headline signings.

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Between the posts, Guglielmo Vicario could retain his position. Antonin Kinsky performed admirably during the Italian's absence last season, but Vicario ought to remain first choice.

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The 29-year-old has been linked with a move back to Italy, though given the overhauls to other areas of the squad, De Zerbi might choose to retain Vicario to prevent wholesale changes to yet another part of his team. Pedro Porro will keepr his place at right-back after the Spain international recently put pen to paper on a new long-term deal with the club.

On the left flank, Destiny Udogie should begin the campaign in the side. However, he will recognise that the experienced Andy Robertson is ready to step in.

Jan Paul van Hecke is the first fresh arrival to feature in this starting XI following De Zerbi's pursuit of his signature. The 26-year-old will be expected to slot straight in as the right-sided centre-back, throwing Cristian Romero's place within the squad into question.

Van Hecke could forge an imposing partnership with fellow Dutchman Micky van de Ven. The defender has been linked with a summer move and retaining his services would represent another statement of intent from Tottenham.

In midfield, Spurs signing Sandro Tonali would emphasise the club's determination to return to the Champions League places next season. ChronicleLive reported that Spurs' £80m bid was turned down as Newcastle value the midfielder at around £100m.

Should Tottenham meet Newcastle's asking price and ward off rival clubs for Tonali, he could partner Conor Gallagher in the centre of midfield. The 26-year-old featured regularly under De Zerbi last term and could operate as a box-to-box player alongside Tonali, although Spurs have several other midfielders also competing for places.

James Maddison's absence in the attacking midfield was keenly felt before recovering from his injury problems and he will be eager to hit the ground running next season. Likewise, Dejan Kulusevski would provide a fresh option for De Zerbi down the right flank once the forward regains full fitness.

Marcus Rashford would represent another high-profile signing for Spurs, following his impressive loan spell at Barcelona. The i paper reports that Spurs are reluctant to meet a £40m valuation for the Manchester United forward, who reportedly favours a switch overseas, but securing a deal for the 28-year-old would further illustrate De Zerbi's ambitions.

In attack, Dominic Solanke remains Tottenham's first-choice striker. The forward is another who will be looking to rediscover his best form next season following an injury-disrupted campaign.

In summary, Van Hecke's £52m transfer should strengthen Spurs' defensive line and he is already familiar with De Zerbi's playing philosophy. However, it is by capturing £100m-rated Tonali and meeting the reported £40m valuation for Rashford that Tottenham can become challengers for a Champions League place after finishing 17th in back-to-back seasons.

Tottenham dream XI: Vicario; Porro, Van Hecke, Van de Ven, Udogie; Tonali, Gallagher, Maddison; Kulusevski, Solanke, Rashford.

Tottenham Hotspur could offer players in a swap deal as the club pursue Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali

Tottenham Hotspur may have multiple options to help satisfy Newcastle United's valuation of Sandro Tonali. The Italian midfielder has become an ambitious target for Roberto De Zerbi's outfit.

Spurs have hit the ground running with their summer overhaul, securing Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi as free agents while wrapping up a deal for Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke. Tonali would represent a statement signing for Spurs, who are said to be battling Manchester City, Manchester United and Arsenal for his services.

Tottenham tabled an £80million offer for the 26-year-old, which was turned down by Newcastle. It is claimed that the Magpies are holding out for a fee closer to £100m.

The Daily Mail reports that Tonali is keen to explore his options this summer, signalling the player's openness to leaving St James' Park. While Newcastle are demanding a substantial fee, Spurs could opt to match the club's asking price by including players in a swap deal. Here are three stars who could potentially help Spurs secure one of their top targets while gaining a new opportunity at Newcastle.

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Guglielmo Vicario

Goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has been linked with an exit from Spurs this summer. The 29-year-old has been tipped with a move back to Italy, though Newcastle could also be in the market for a new keeper.

Eddie Howe's outfit have already secured French prospect Ewen Jaouen but could still be seeking a more experienced alternative. ChronicleLive has reported that Nick Pope's future is in doubt and Vicario would help address Newcastle's goalkeeping dilemma.

The Italy international played 31 league games for Spurs last campaign but picked up an injury late in the season, giving Antonin Kinsky the chance to shine during his absence. While Spurs would need to find Vicario's replacement, approving a switch to Newcastle could suit all concerned if Tonali also heads in the other direction.

Lucas Bergvall

Lucas Bergvall would provide Newcastle with an immediate solution to Tonali's departure. The 20-year-old midfielder was starved of consistent game time last season but had previously caught the eye at Spurs.

The Athletic reported that Bergvall has informed Tottenham of his desire to leave this summer after slipping down the hierarchy under De Zerbi. However, the Sweden international could soon flourish once more in new surroundings.

Newcastle have been formidable in central midfield for several years and Bergvall could ensure that continues even after Tonali's departure. The former Spurs supporters' player of the year would inject fresh energy into Howe's squad, while his youth could also see Newcastle bank a substantial profit down the line.

Richarlison

Newcastle's attacking options proved a persistent headache throughout last season. Alexander Isak's summer transfer saga was finally resolved on deadline day and the Magpies missed out on several targets before bringing in Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa.

Woltemade began promisingly but subsequently suffered lengthy barren spells, finishing his debut Premier League campaign with eight goals. Wissa, meanwhile, managed just a single league goal following his switch from Brentford.

Should Newcastle opt to overhaul their forward line once more, Richarlison could be a shrewd squad addition. The 29-year-old would back his chances of becoming the main striker at Newcastle, while simultaneously offering William Osula a clear route to establishing himself as the first-choice number nine following his prolific run of form towards the end of last season.

A Premier League star, who previously had Manchester United trials, is reportedly considering his future this summer

Manchester United may get a third opportunity to sign Lucas Bergvall after two previous failed attempts. The 20-year-old midfielder underwent trials with the club on two occasions before completing his move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2024.

Bergvall emerged as a standout performer during his debut season with Tottenham, securing the supporters' player of the year accolade. The Sweden international established himself as a key player under Ange Postecoglou and proved instrumental in the club's Europa League triumph, though injury ruled him out of the final against United.

However, Bergvall is claimed to be weighing up his future after slipping down the pecking order at Spurs, who are pursuing Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali. BBC Sport has reported that Bergvall's representatives have held discussions with Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest and Chelsea.

United showed their interest in Bergvall during the Sweden international's teenage years. His reported willingness to depart Spurs this summer presents United with a fresh chance to bring him to Old Trafford.

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Bergvall's initial trial spell at United took place in 2020, shortly before Brexit rules barred clubs from signing under-18 players from abroad. He subsequently returned to Carrington in 2022, despite United being unable to sign the Swedish talent until 2024.

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Manchester Evening News has previously reported that changes within the recruitment department meant United failed to complete a deal for Bergvall during his second trial. He joined Swedish outfit Djurgarden later that year, where his displays caught Spurs' attention and prompted their approach.

Following an impressive start at Tottenham, he fell out of favour last term during a difficult season for the club. Bergvall managed only 11 league starts as his progress was halted.

The talented midfielder is considering his future as Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi targets Tonali. United are already familiar with Bergvall's ability and what he could bring to the squad as Michael Carrick's team go through their own midfield overhaul.

United are searching for central midfielders following Casemiro's departure this summer. The Red Devils have already secured a deal for Atalanta's Ederson and have been linked with various other players.

Bergvall's circumstances offer United a chance to rectify past mistakes. Additionally, he has been compared to Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong, one of United's previous transfer targets.

"His best position is as a number eight," Djurgarden sports coordinator Peter Kisfaludy told football.london in 2024. "He's a box-to-box player, running into the box and he's really good at playing the ball between the lines.

"He's a little copy of Frenkie de Jong. He's really fast with the ball, really good with the ball and a fantastic dribbler."

Bergvall will be keen to nail down a regular starting berth next season following a stop-start campaign with Spurs. While securing a place in United's midfield would be no easy feat, the talented youngster could bring an end to a transfer saga that first began six years ago by making the move to Old Trafford.

Mikel Arteta is plotting Arsenal's next big signing

Arsenal continue to be linked with a host of potential transfer incomings a week into the summer window. All except 15 Gunners stars, who are representing their nations at the World Cup 2026, are currently enjoying their summer break off the back of a Premier League title-winning season.

There is no rest for manager Mikel Arteta, however, who is working alongside sporting director Andrea Berta behind the scenes on Arsenal’s summer transfer plan. The English champions are set to have a busy window, which is expected to kick into gear in July following the conclusion of the World Cup.

They made six signings last July, which contributed massively to their club record expenditure of £250million across the window as a whole. This time around, it is understood that the north Londoners will look to bring in fewer players who are of a higher calibre.

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Now, Mirror Football takes a look at two of the latest transfer developments involving Arsenal, from a high profile Premier League star to a highly rated youngster.

Tottenham transfer hijack

Arsenal may be able to hijack Tottenham’s pursuit of Sandro Tonali this summer. That’s because the Newcastle midfielder’s preference is to join the Gunners as opposed to their north London rivals, according to the Daily Mail.

Spurs had an £80m bid for Tonali rejected by the Magpies last week and are expected to return with a second offer shortly as they look to conduct their transfer business early. It was reported that Newcastle chiefs were surprised by Tottenham’s bid as they had only previously discussed a potential move to Arsenal or Manchester City.

But, should the Gunners make an approach before their rivals make ground, they could successfully hijack a Spurs signing for the second time in a year. Eberechi Eze appeared last August to be heading to N17 before a last minute U-turn saw Arteta make a move for the Crystal Palace man.

Arsenal were offered the chance to sign Tonali by his representatives on the last day of the January transfer window earlier this year, but there wasn’t enough time to finalise the deal. However, speculation has persisted in recent months that the Gunners are still interested in acquiring Tonali.

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Danish side FC Midtjylland are reportedly expecting Arsenal to make a move to sign long-term target Dario Osorio. The north Londoners scouted Osorio, 22, last summer.

While a transfer didn’t materialise then, the winger’s impressive season in Denmark, where he managed eight goals and 10 assists, means they are still interested in his signature. And FC Midtjylland’s technical director Kristian Kjaer has told The Standard that the Gunners are still keen to bring in the Chilean, who he compared to former Arsenal great Alexis Sanchez.

"We know that Arsenal have been looking into Osorio, but we also know other clubs in the Premier League have done the same," Kjaer said. "I also think it is well known that Bournemouth looked into him historically. There are other clubs in the Premier League also looking into him.

"In my opinion, he serves the Premier League very, very good because he has a hard-working mentality. His defensive transition runs are amazing, his top speed is amazing. Left-footed right winger can go to the right and to the left of his direct opponent.

"He has the full package, seen as the next Alexis Sanchez in Chile. I can see him making a difference in the Premier League."

Tottenham are undertaking an ambitious and expensive overhaul of their squad after narrowly avoiding relegation from the Premier League and want to sign Marcus Rashford

Tottenham have turned their attention to Marcus Rashford as the next step in their ambitious squad revival.

Spurs are desperate to avoid a repeat of their last two miserable Premier League campaigns and are ready to splash the cash in the summer transfer window.

Successive 17th-place finishes have seen the under-pressure Spurs hierarchy press the reset button after Roberto De Zerbi steered them clear of relegation to the Championship. Jan Paul van Hecke has already been signed in a £52million deal from Brighton and Spurs aren't stopping there.

They have seen an £80m bid rejected by Newcastle for midfielder Sandro Tonali but are already considering options to bolster their misfiring attack. Rashford has seen his dream move to Barcelona put in serious doubt by the club's decision to spend £69m on his England team-mate Anthony Gordon and may be forced to consider alternatives.

There appears very little chance of Rashford continuing his career at Manchester United after his successful loan spell with Barca. And Spurs are ready to try their luck by bidding for the England star.

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The i reports that the north London side are ready to test United's resolve with an offer for Rashford. United have set an asking price of £40m for the 28-year-old forward after Barca refused to trigger the £26m clause in his loan deal.

There are two obvious barriers towards Rashford joining Spurs. Firstly, they are unwilling to pay £40m and will test the waters with a lower offer to begin with. Secondly, Rashford still has his heart set on Barcelona and doesn't want to return to the Premier League.

De Zerbi is reportedly keen to bring in Rashford, who got 14 goals and 14 assists in 49 games for Barca last season. United want Rashford's future resolved as soon as possible because they want his substantial wages off the books so they can reinforce their own squad.

While Rashford knows he will have to take a major pay cut on his £315,000-a-week United wages, there are still several factors holding back a deal. Rashford is currently focusing on England's World Cup campaign, having scored in their 4-2 win over Croatia, so that will slow down the speed of negotiations.

Bayern Munich have emerged as an option, although the German giants are currently on a watching brief. Bayern were beating to the signing of Gordon by Barcelona, so are in the market for a left-sided attacker, but are reportedly prioritising a move for PSV's Ismael Saibari.

Rashford is in the shop window at the World Cup, where he is pushing Gordon for a starting place in England's XI to face Ghana on Tuesday night in Boston. United will be hoping he can add to his strike against Croatia in order to drum up more transfer interest.

Spurs have already landed centre-back Van Hecke but will find signing Tonali tougher going. Newcastle reportedly value the Italy international midfielder at £100m and Arsenal and Manchester United are also in the running for his signature.

Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with a number of midfielders this summer, including Sandro Tonali and Mateus Ferna

Lucas Bergvall has told Tottenham Hotspur of his intentions to leave the club this summer. The 20-year-old, who only made the switch to North London from Djurgarden in 2024 in an £8.5million deal, found consistent playing time hard to come by during the closing stages of 2025/26, predominantly featuring as a second-half substitute after Roberto De Zerbi's arrival.

And now, the Athletic report that the Sweden international - who is presently representing his country at the 2026 World Cup in North America - is seeking a new challenge elsewhere. While the midfielder has previously caught the eye of clubs including Chelsea and Aston Villa, Spurs showed no willingness at the time to part ways with him.

Whether either side remain interested in his services is yet to be determined. Considering how expensive the midfield market has become this summer, a transfer for Bergvall - who remains under contract until 2031 - is unlikely to be straightforward.

His current market valuation stands at approximately £52m, though given his eagerness to move on, potential buyers may succeed in negotiating that figure down somewhat.

This development comes as Spurs have been associated with several highly-regarded midfielders this summer, as they aim to strengthen their engine room to prevent another disappointing campaign.

The Lilywhites ended up 17th in the Premier League table last term, barely escaping relegation to the Championship on the final day of the season with a 1-0 victory over Everton.

And with De Zerbi now in charge for the upcoming campaign, it appears Spurs are actively pursuing upgrades right across the squad. The Athletic reports that the club are prepared to break their wage structure to secure a deal for Sandro Tonali, who stood out in a struggling Newcastle United side last term.

Yet, with a price tag hovering around £100m, it remains uncertain whether the Lilywhites will stump up the funds needed to tempt the Magpies, given they are determined to keep hold of the Italian.

West Ham's Mateus Fernandes has been mentioned as another potential target, with the East London outfit possibly looking to reduce their wage bill after suffering relegation this season.

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It is understood that Spurs have approached their London rivals regarding a transfer, though the Hammers still value the 21-year-old at approximately £80m with his prime years still to come.

Tottenham Hotspur have had an £80million bid for the Italian midfielder turned down by Newcastle United

There are many roles on a football pitch that cannot be judged by statistics. In a relatively deep central midfield position, Sandro Tonali occupies one of them.

So, it would be unfair to use basic numbers to suggest his most recent season with Newcastle United was not his best one. Those numbers are quite stark, though.

He did not score in the Premier League and contributed only two assists. He was booked four times. He was part of a Newcastle team that finished 12th and won only 14 of their 38 matches.

Tonali is a good player, no doubt about that. He cost in excess of £55million three years ago. And it understandable that Newcastle, and manager Eddie Howe, would want to keep hold of him.

They have shown great faith in him, having supported the player during the 10-month ban he received for breaking betting regulations. It is also understandable that they would turn down an opening bid from any suitor. That is the way negotiations work. No-one accepts a first offer.

But with their £80million valuation of the 26-year-old Italian, Spurs are being more than realistic. And if Newcastle hold out for - and get - £100million for Tonali, it will be proof that the Premier League transfer market is madder than ever.

In support of their nine-figure valuation, Newcastle will probably point to Elliot Anderson, the player they sold to Nottingham Forest for £35million in the summer of 2024 and who now looks certain to join Manchester City in a deal that is likely to be finalised at somewhere close to the £130million mark. Across two seasons with Forest, Anderson has six Premier League goals and ten assists.

He is an integral part of the England team and is clearly an extremely good player. But he was also an integral part of a Forest team that finished 16th in the Premier League last season.

Clearly, there is a premium on central, combative midfielders. Mateus Fernandes is clearly going to leave West Ham after their relegation to the Championship, having only been at the club for a year following his £38million move from Southampton. Now, it seems, he is valued at around £80million.

Fernandes was decent enough in West Ham’s doomed campaign but how has he more than doubled in value? This is a player who has now been relegated with two clubs in two seasons.

The cost of players in the Premier League is getting silly. Jan Paul van Hecke had a very good game for the Netherlands in their 5-1 thrashing of Sweden at the World Cup. But he only had a year of his Brighton contract left to run and Spurs still paid in excess of £50 million for him.

It is what the Germans used to call ‘stupid English money’. There does appear to be one outlier this summer.

It seems Manchester United will accept £40million from another Premier League club - apart from Liverpool or Manchester City - for Marcus Rashford. In the context of the current market, that is hard to fathom - almost as hard to fathom as Barcelona’s decision not to activate a £26million purchase clause at the end of the 28-year-old England attacker’s loan deal.

But Rashford, for whatever reason, seems to be an exceptional case. Because if the prices being bandied around for Tonali, for Anderson and for Fernandes are paid, the summer window promises to bring a spending spree that is remarkable, even by Premier League standards.

Liverpool are reportedly not in the running to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven this summer

Liverpool are reportedly not pursuing Tottenham Hotspur defender Micky van de Ven this summer, despite recent reports indicating a potential deal could materialise.

The Reds have been tentatively linked with a move for the Spurs centre-back previously, and the speculation has emerged once more this week.

Andoni Iraola will be focusing on preparations for his debut campaign as Liverpool's new boss, having been confirmed as Arne Slot's successor earlier this month.

Those preparations will include involvement in the club's summer transfer window strategy, with reports surfacing that Van de Ven could feature on Liverpool's list of targets this summer.

Nevertheless, Fabrizio Romano has stated that there are no intentions for Van de Ven to join either Liverpool or Barcelona, with the latter also being mentioned as a potential option for the Netherlands international.

It has been indicated that Spurs regard Van de Ven as a key figure in their squad and do not anticipate the defender departing north London throughout the summer transfer window.

The development followed a report in Dutch publication De Telegraaf claiming that Liverpool and Barcelona have both submitted an approach to secure the 25-year-old centre-half this summer.

The uncertainty surrounding Van de Ven's future arrives at a time when Spurs have finalised the signing of defender Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton in a deal understood to be valued at approximately £52million.

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Liverpool currently have four senior centre-back options at their disposal, with Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni set to be joined by new signing Jeremy Jacquet.

The Reds have been dealt a blow after Ibrahima Konate departed the club this summer on a free transfer to Real Madrid, fuelling speculation that strengthening at centre-back could be firmly on the agenda during the current transfer window.

Liverpool will also be aware that Leoni is still working his way back from an ACL injury sustained on his debut last September, while Jacquet picked up a shoulder injury in February in what turned out to be his last appearance for Rennes before his switch to Merseyside.

Iraola has already seen Liverpool bolster his newly-inherited ranks, with Victor Munoz completing a permanent transfer to Anfield from Osasuna.

The Spain international has put pen to paper on a six-year deal after Liverpool reached an agreement worth £34.5m to secure the signature of the versatile forward.

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Arsenal have been linked with several players during the summer transfer window, including Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali

Arsenal enter the summer transfer window in a commanding position as the reigning Premier League champions. Mikel Arteta will want to build on his side’s success by securing the club’s top targets.

The Gunners have assembled a formidable squad but there is always room for improvement. Arsenal have consistently been linked with Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers, while Morocco starlet Ayyoub Bouaddi has also been touted for a move to the Emirates Stadium during the World Cup.

Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali is another player who has been the subject of transfer speculation. The 26-year-old was claimed to be an Arsenal target during the previous window and is on the radar of several Premier League clubs.

Meanwhile, the Gunners are reportedly interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur academy prospect Elijah Upson. Here, Mirror Football looks at some of the biggest stories surrounding Arsenal.

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Sandro Tonali transfer battle update

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly entered the race to sign Newcastle star Sandro Toanli. Arsenal were initially linked with a surprise move for the Italy international at the end of the winter transfer window.

The Times reports that Spurs have held talks with Tonali’s representatives over a possible move to Roberto De Zerbi’s side. Newcastle are claimed to value the midfielder at up to £100million.

It is added that Tonali has been offered to multiple clubs, including Arsenal and Manchester United. Newcastle have already sold one of their star assets this summer after Anthony Gordon sealed his move to Barcelona.

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Arsenal deal Tottenham blow

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur academy star Elijah Upson. The defender is set to leave Spurs at the end of his contract and could face the blow of Upson joining their north London rivals.

The Athletic reports that Arsenal are targeting Upson as part of their drive to sign top prospects, following their interest in Leicester City’s Jeremy Monga. Upson made 23 appearances in all competitions last season, captaining Spurs’ U18s on several occasions.

The England U18 international is the son of former Arsenal defender Matthew Upson. The 47-year-old spent five-and-a-half years with the Gunners, featuring 57 times and winning the Premier League title in 2002.