Chelsea† Arsenal and Tottenham continue to make great strides in the transfer market as the new Premier League season approaches. And talk about Matthijs de LigtLisandro Martinez and Djed Spence step up.
Being at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea ready to announce the transfer of Raheem Sterling any time now and are now linked with Serge Gnabry and Rafael Leao after their hopes of landing Raphinha faded. De Ligt, Dayot Upamecano and Nathan Ake are their main targets in defense. In midfield, Guido Rodriguez is reportedly an option to replace N’Golo Kante, an interesting Arsenal.
The Gunners remain embroiled in a battle with Manchester United over Lisandro Martinez and also have Lucas Paqueta on their radar. Meanwhile, the Spence saga continues at Tottenham, with Antonio Conte looking to refresh his squad, with the focus quickly shifting to departure. Stay tuned with Standard Sport for the latest transfer market updates!
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Koulibaly holds talks with Chelsea
Chelsea have joined the battle for Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly.
The Serie A side would not want a deal with Juventus for the Senegal star, who is being looked at by the Turin team as a replacement for Matthijs de Ligt.
According to Il Mattino, talks are scheduled this week between Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis and Koulibaly to determine his future.
Gianluca Di Marzio also claims Chelsea held talks with the players’ camp this weekend.
Rodriguez considered to replace Kante
Argentina international Guido Rodriguez has emerged as a possible successor to N’Golo Kante.
The French midfielder could leave Chelsea in the coming weeks amid interest from Manchester United and Arsenal, and his contract also expires in a year.
Estadio Deportivo lists Chelsea as a club fond of Rodriguez, 28.
De Jong is approaching Man United switch
The Spanish outlet Esport3 claims that Barcelona and Manchester United have reached an agreement on the transfer of Frenkie de Jong.
The Red Devils would pay a compensation of £72 million, including bonuses.
Following is De Jong’s decision to unite with Erik ten Hag while also abolishing Champions League football. Chelsea is also associated with the player.
Lyon name Paqueta price
Lyon wants £67.5 million for Lucas Paqueta.
The goals report on the goal of Arsenal and Newcastle is highly regarded by his club, where he is under contract until 2025.
Edu has been bugging the player’s camp about a move, it is alleged, with Lyon admitting to rejecting offers from unnamed clubs earlier this summer.
Lewandowski back at Bayern amid Barcelona demands
Robert Lewandowski is back in Bavaria today to start preparation for the season at Bayern Munich.
Medical tests will take place for the striker amid his desired move to Barcelona, reportedly accelerating pace.
The LaLiga side is said to be preparing a £42million bid by Sky in Germany, plus bonuses, with Bayern’s move to Matthijs de Ligt possibly financed by the departure of Lewandowski.
Conte open to more Spurs signings
Antonio Conte does not rule out further moves in the transfer market after already five signings for Tottenham, writes Standard Sport’s Dan Kilpatrick†
Conte still wants to sign a right-back – with Spurs talks for Middlesbrough’s Djed Spence – and a creative player, while they will target another defender if Joe Rodon and Japhet Tanganga leave in search of first-team football.
“We are always looking to strengthen the squad when the opportunity arises,” he said.
“We want to improve the team numerically. Playing four leagues is difficult. You need a very good team, with the numerical aspect and the quality aspect. [the next] two months if there is the opportunity to strengthen the squad, we will do it.”
Chelsea approaching Slonina
Gabriel Slonina goes to Chelsea for 10 million pounds.
The American shotstop sensation remains on loan at Chicago after the deal closes amid rival interest from Real Madrid.
Transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano reports on a verbal agreement ahead of an official offer next week.
Chelsea watching Leao and Gnabry
Chelsea have polled both Bayern Munich’s Serge Gnabry and AC Milan’s Rafael Leao as alternatives to Leeds’ Raphinha, who now appears poised to join Barcelona. writes Standard Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella†
The pair are among a wide range of potential targets as Chelsea reassess their next strike after Raphinha turned down a £55million approach.
Both Gnabry and Leao are in talks with their clubs and fears remain that their agents could take advantage of the Blues’ desire to add an attacker.
Saliba agent teases new contract
William Saliba’s agent has excited Arsenal fans about a possible new contract for the defender.
After returning to London Colney yesterday, the Frenchman is poised for a first-team shot and could be offered an extension with two years left on his contract.
Agent Niang Djibril teased fans by filming from Arsenal’s announcement room on his Instagram Stories.
William Saliba’s return to the club gives Mikel Arteta a much-needed boost in the defensive division
† Arsenal FC via Getty ImagesWest Ham and Fulham in talks with Diop
West Ham continue to hope for a nearly £20m fee for defender Issa Diop amid interest from Fulham, writes Standard Sport’s Malik Ouzia†
The newly-promoted side was rejected an initial £12million offer last week by the Hammers, who wanted back most of the then club-record amount they paid to sign Diop from Toulouse in 2018.
The arrival of Moroccan international Nayef Aguerd from Rennes earlier this summer, coupled with Angelo Ogbonna’s return to fitness, means Diop’s pecking order under David Moyes, who was also the first choice for Kurt Zouma and Craig Dawson last season. has failed. at his disposal as a central defender.