Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham are all battling for high-profile deals as the summer transfer window stays toasty as the new football season draws closer.
Chelsea appear to have sensationally hijacked the transfer from Arsenal to Raphinha, with a fee of more than £55million coming close to reaching a deal with Leeds for the Brazilian winger. The Gunners are also battling Manchester United for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez, although Gabriel Jesus’ move from Manchester City should be officially announced today.
Chelsea are looking to sign three City players in Raheem Sterling, Nathan Ake and Oleksandr Zinchenko, while also still pushing for Matthijs de Ligt amid reports of Jules Koude, Milan Skriniar and Ousmane Dembele. Meanwhile, Tottenham are ramping up their hunt for Richarlison and Anthony Gordon as talks continue with Everton, with Spurs poised to strike a huge deal for the pair worth £100million. Follow the latest transfer news, news, rumors and gossip below all day long.
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Michael Edwards: Chelsea backed for success as club country Liverpool schemer
Michael Edwards, one of the men widely credited with helping to restore former Liverpool glory thanks to his work in the transfer market, is backed for success by former Chelsea defender Glen Johnson – who worked with him at Portsmouth – should he move to Stamford move Bridge.
“It would be a huge deal,” Johnson told GGRecon.
“He did the same for Portsmouth when I was there. The team we had were basically all his signings and we went from a team fighting relegation to a team winning the FA Cup. Michael is very good at what he does and he would be a fantastic signing at Chelsea and arguably the most important asset they can make this summer.”
Ajax ‘wait and see’ to capture Tottenham attacker Steven Bergwijn
Ajax manager Alfred Schreuder has provided an update on the club’s pursuit of Tottenham striker Steven Bergwijn.
“That is not yet certain. [I am] calmly wait. I focus on the players I do have. I can’t do anything about that now,” Schreuder told Ziggo Sport .
Man United battle Arsenal for Lisandro Martinez
The Times claims Manchester United is nearing a transfer for Tyrell Malacia.
The left-back is poised to complete a transfer to Old Trafford and Lisandro Martinez is next on their list.
Arsenal have made a new offer for the Ajax defender, who will be at the center of a transfer counter between two of England’s biggest clubs.
Tottenham plans £100m double raid
What a statement of intent this can be.
The Sun suggests Tottenham are ready to make a £100m charge on Everton for both Richarlison and Anthony Gordon.
The pair are believed to have been watched by Antonio Conte as he made plans to build a team capable of challenging in the Premier League and Champions League.
Chelsea ‘make contact’ for Kalidou Koulibaly
Kalidou Koulibaly is a man often associated with a move to the Premier League.
The Napoli defender looks poised for a move to Manchester City in 2020 and is often cited as the main defensive target for leading clubs across Europe.
According to Gianluca di Marzio, Chelsea have been in touch about a possible transfer for the Senegalese star after he lost Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger this summer.
Man United in race for Youri Tielemans
According to The Times, Erik Ten Hag wants to bring Youri Tielemans to Manchester United this summer.
Arsenal had been eyeing the Leicester City midfielder earlier this summer but appeared to be on the hunt for other targets, namely Ajax’s Lisandro Martinez. Although the Argentina international can be defended by trade, he is able to operate in midfield.
Tielemans, once one of the most in-demand talents in Europe, only has a one-year contract left in the East Midlands and could be sold.
Atlético Madrid make offer for Tottenham star Emerson Royal
Football Insider claims Atletico Madrid has made an offer for Tottenham star Emerson Royal.
The defender was criticized early in his Spurs career but began to impress after the appointment of Antonio Conte. However, Spurs are still linked with a move by Djed Spence.
Atletico are said to have made an offer for the Brazilian in a bid to replace Kieran Trippier, who left for Newcastle in January.
It is believed Conte is willing to let the 23-year-old leave, but the club are reportedly looking for around £2million.
Arsenal pay Pablo Mari .’s contract
Corriere di Verona claims Arsenal is willing to pay Pablo Mari to leave the club.
The defender was loaned out to Udinese for part of the season last season and had previously expressed a desire to remain in Italy after battling for game time in north London.
Now the report claims the club is willing to pay at least part of the Spaniard’s wages so that he can move elsewhere. Hellas Verona is reportedly excited.
‘Key hours ahead’ as Chelsea chases Raphinha deal
Fabrizio Romano has revealed there are “key moments” ahead of Chelsea chasing a deal for Raphinha.
The Blues are trying to win the race to sign the Brazilian for both Barcelona and Arsenal.
Now, decision-makers at the club will try to work out personal terms with the striker’s agent, Deco, who played for Chelsea between 2008 and 2010.
Middlesbrough ‘growing frustrated’ with Tottenham
Football League World claims Middlesbrough is getting “frustrated” with Tottenham during talks with Djed Spence.
The England U21 international is believed to be a target for Antonio Conte, with Chris Wilder even confirming talks between the clubs.
Still, the report suggests the Riverside outfit wants Spurs to ramp up their offerings soon. Nottingham Forest, where Spence enjoyed a brilliant loan spell last season, are believed to be poised to strike.