Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea remain one of the most active clubs in Europe during this summer’s transfer window. While Thomas Tuchel risks losing Jules Koude at Barcelona, the Blues boss is poised to switch to another big defensive name in Wesley Fofana from Leicester. He could arrive as part of a double deal amid interest in Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfrieswhile Chelsea is also associated with a stunning move for Harry Kane.
At Arsenal, Cody Gakpo is still mentioned in connection with a move to the Emirates. Mikel Arteta was another manager who was turned down by Barca’s Raphinha and hasn’t added to his extensive options since then, with the PSV Eindhoven star said to be on the club’s radar. However, interest in Lyon midfielder Lucas Paqueta has reportedly been hit by the player who prefers a transfer to Tottenham.
If the Spurs choose not to move for him after their big summer break, Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo appears to be the most likely option if Antonio Conte pushes for another big purchase. Follow all the latest transfer news, gossip and rumors below!
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Konde deal nears completion
More about Ronaldo’s future
Cristiano Ronaldo and his agent Jorge Mendes continue to tell Manchester United that they are determined to leave the club.
Sir Alex Ferguson has also been involved in talks between Ronaldo and United, according to Goal, but no agreement has yet been reached.
Ronaldo is reportedly not confident that he will take the step he wants this summer.
Paqueta chooses Spurs over Arsenal
Lucas Paqueta is reportedly in favor of a move to Tottenham over Arsenal.
That is according to L’Equipe, who claim Spurs had a €40 million bid for the Lyon midfielder in January.
It has been reported that Paqueta has no real desire to go to Arsenal or Newcastle, who are also interested, and would rather have Tottenham or Manchester City.
Bellerin contract decision
Arsenal could choose to end Hector Bellerin’s contract this summer.
The Spaniard still has a one-year contract in north London and is keen to return to Real Betis.
Sport claims the Gunners are considering ending Bellerin’s deal to free himself from his wages and allow the right-back to move to Spain.
Ronaldo holds out
Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly refused to go back on his request to leave Manchester United.
The club had hoped to persuade Ronaldo to stay and be part of Erik ten Hag’s plans, with just over a week until the new Premier League season.
However, The Times reports that Ronaldo remains steadfast and has once again told the club that he wants to leave this summer in search of Champions League football.
Martinez about the qualities of Ten Hag
Lisandro Martinez is convinced that Erik ten Hag will give Manchester United a winning mentality.
“I was with him at Ajax for three years and I know his playing style,” Martinez said on the club’s official website.
“I’ve improved a lot with him, to be honest. He’s here in Manchester now, so again the opportunity was there and he’s definitely very important in my [career].
“[He is] very intense, that’s for sure. Good football. Winning mentality, you know? That is the most important. Every player should have things clear. I think he is also very clear.”
Done matter!
Crystal Palace has officially confirmed the signing of Chris Richards.
The 22-year-old central defender comes over from Bayern Munich and has signed a five-year contract with Selhurst Park.
West Ham rejected bid
West Ham’s first bid for Filip Kostic has been rejected by Eintracht Frankfurt.
According to The Sun, the Hammers offered €12 million with an additional €3 million in add-ons, but Frankfurt keeps it at a total package of €20 million.
David Moyes is looking to continue a busy summer of activities to bolster what was a stretched squad.