Transfer news LIVE! Tottenham agree Solomon deal; Arsenal to confirm Rice; Caicedo to Chelsea update; Man Utd

Transfer news LIVE!

Signings are landing at a serious pace in the transfer window with Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham and Manchester United all looking to splash some serious cash this summer. Spurs have agreed a deal to sign former Fulham winger Manor Solomon tonight, with the Israeli international set to come aboard as a free agent on a five-year contract.

Arsenal, meanwhile, are on the cusp of signing Declan Rice for £105million plus the £40m deal to land Jurrien Timber, having already announced the arrival of Kai Havertz last week. Chelsea and Manchester United have agreed a £60m deal for Mason Mount, who will undergo a medical on Monday.

The Blues then want Brighton's Moises Caicedo and Celta Vigo’s Gabri Veiga having completed the signing of Nicolas Jackson, and a new £51m bid for Dusan Vlahovic has also been rumoured. Manchester United are still linked with Andre Onana despite Inter Milan’s £60m valuation of the goalkeeper, and talk of turning to Feyenoord’s Justin Bijlow. Liverpool have now completed the signing of Dominik Szoboszlai and are set to fight Arsenal for Romeo Lavia. Follow all the latest summer transfer news, rumours, gossip and deals live below!

Latest transfer news and rumours

• Tottenham agree Manor Solomon deal

• Arsenal to confirm Declan Rice signing

• Chelsea to step up Moises Caicedo talks

• Liverpool ‘seriously exploring’ Romeo Lavia deal

• Chelsea to launch Dusan Vlahovic bid

Chelsea receive opening Pulisic offer from AC Milan

21:36 , George Flood

AC Milan are now said to have communicated an offer for Christian Pulisic.

The Rossoneri are understood to have switched their transfer attentions to another unwanted Chelsea player after completing the £15m signing of Ruben Loftus-Cheek already this week.

According to The Athletic’s David Ornstein, Milan have now made an opening verbal offer worth around €14m for Pulisic, who has one year left on his current contract at Stamford Bridge.

However, it is reported that Pulisic is attracting interest from multiple clubs and Chelsea want to command a higher fee for a player on whom they spent £57.6m back in 2019.

Liverpool ‘seriously exploring’ Romeo Lavia deal

21:30 , George Flood

Arsenal look to face a real battle with Liverpool over Romeo Lavia.

The Gunners are known to be interested in Southampton’s star teenage talent as they plot a third midfielder transfer as part of their huge summer overhaul to complement Kai Havertz and the incoming Declan Rice.

Lavia’s suitors are also believed to include Chelsea and Liverpool, with CBS Sports reporting that the Reds are “seriously” exploring a deal following the respective signings of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai.

It is said that Liverpool believe they can get the relegated Saints to come down on their £50m asking price for Belgian international Lavia, 19, who left Manchester City last summer.

Tottenham set date for Manor Solomon medical

20:30 , George Flood

Manor Solomon will undergo his Tottenham medical on Tuesday.

That is per Fabrizio Romano, who says the Israeli winger will officially sign his long-term contract after that.

He adds that the deal to take Solomon to Spurs has been brokered by so-called ‘super agent’ Pini Zahavi.

Manor Solomon set for Spurs medical with contract agreed

20:03 , George Flood

Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign former Fulham winger Manor Solomon.

Standard Sport understands the Israeli winger will put pen to paper on an initial four-year contract in north London with the option for a further 12 months to become Spurs’ third new arrival of the Ange Postecoglou era.

Solomon will follow England midfielder James Maddison and Italian goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario in arriving in N17, with that duo having joined last week for £40m and £17m from relegated Leicester and Serie A side Empoli respectively.

Tottenham have also successfully converted the loans of Dejan Kulusevski and Pedro Porro into permanent deals this summer.

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Tottenham agree Manor Solomon deal

19:07 , George Flood

Big news from Tottenham tonight.

Spurs are now said to have agreed a deal to sign former Fulham loanee Manor Solomon as a free agent.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Israel winger has agreed personal terms in north London, with a medical scheduled to take place in the next few days.

He will follow Guglielmo Vicario and James Maddison through the door in N17, along with permanent deals for former loanees Dejan Kulusevski and Pedro Porro.

Chelsea to continue Moises Caicedo talks

17:57 , George Flood

Chelsea are set to continue talks over a deal for Moises Caicedo.

The Blues want to wrap up a transfer for Brighton’s Ecuador international as part of their midfield overhaul under new manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano now says that Chelsea will continue negotiations with Brighton this week in the hope of finding an agreement soon, having already settled on personal terms with Caicedo, who very much wants the move.

Dominik Szoboszlai: Liverpool is the ‘perfect next step'

16:39 , George Flood

Here’s what £60m Liverpool new boy Dominik Szoboszlai had to say in his first words since swapping Leipzig for Anfield today...

“It’s really, really good. I enjoyed the last [few] days and I’m looking forward to knowing everybody better,” he said.

“The last three or four days went really long; it was not that easy. But at the end I’m here, I’m happy and I can’t wait to get started.

“[A] really historic club, really good players, good coach, everything is good. For me it was perfect to make the next step in a club like this. The fans, the stadium, everything is really good.”

Liverpool confirm Dominik Szoboszlai deal

16:07 , George Flood

It’s a done deal at Anfield!

Liverpool have now officially announced the £60m signing of Dominik Szoboszlai from RB Leipzig.

The Hungarian forward has signed a long-term contract on Merseyside after his release clause in the Bundesliga was successfully triggered last week, taking the No8 shirt recently vacated by the exit of Naby Keita.

Szoboszlai follows World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister as Jurgen Klopp’s second signing of an important summer.

Tottenham complete permanent Pedro Porro deal

15:23 , George Flood

Tottenham have technically now completed their fourth signing of the summer transfer window already.

Spurs are looking to quickly kickstart the new Ange Postecoglou era, welcoming both James Maddison and Guglielmo Vicario to north London this week.

Tottenham also finally converted Dejan Kulusevski’s long loan from Juventus into a full-time deal last month and have now done the same with Pedro Porro, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Spurs had a mandatory obligation to sign the Spanish right-back permanently for £39m when they initially loaned him from Sporting Lisbon until the end of the season back in January.

That is now officially completed, per Romano.

Declan Rice money to be split four ways by West Ham

13:48 , Marc Mayo

David Moyes wants to sign four new players with the funds from Declan Rice’s sale to Arsenal.

James Ward-Prowse and Joao Palhinha are top targets for two midfield roles West Ham are eyeing up.

A new left-back and winger are also wanted, according to Football Insider, with Harvey Barnes on their radar.

Liverpool told no over Levi Colwill

13:25 , Marc Mayo

Chelsea have knocked back enquiries over Levi Colwill from Manchester City and Liverpool.

According to 90min, the Reds even asked twice about signing the defender following his loan spell at Brighton.

Chelsea have offered Colwill a new contract as he looks to impress new manager Mauricio Pochettino for a first-team run.

David De Gea saga continues

13:01 , Marc Mayo

Manchester United withdrew a deal to sign David De Gea to a new contract having agreed to keep the goalkeeper.

The messy saga, as reported by Football Insider, saw the Red Devils offer reduced terms in a last-ditch rewriting of the veteran’s new deal.

De Gea is officially a free agent while United target a new keeper, with Justin Bijlow now named as their first-choice target.

Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr reportedly want to sign De Gea.

Sadio Mane chat helped Nicolas Jackson decide on Chelsea move

12:37 , Marc Mayo

Nicolas Jackson has revealed part of his motivation for signing for Chelsea.

The young forward held a conversation with Senegal teammate Sadio Mane about his move, having watched the likes of Didier Drogba and Demba Ba at Stamford Bridge as a kid.

"I spoke to Sadio Mane about him and he spoke very highly of [Mauricio Pochettino], he said amazing things about him,” Jackson told the club website.

"Sadio told me the manager is going to help me a lot to improve and do well if I listen to what he has to tell me, so that is exactly what I'm going to do."

Kai Havertz deal won’t deter Emile Smith Rowe

12:07 , Marc Mayo

Emile Smith Rowe has vowed to stay at Arsenal and fight for his place after the arrival of Kai Havertz.

He told The Sun: “I see what happens and obviously it’s good for the club to add strength to the team. I feel like the additions we’re making are going to really help the team progress again.

“It’s really exciting so hopefully we can go one step further next season.

“Of course [it is extra competition], but this is football. You’ve just got to get on with it. I’ve got to keep working hard and it’s healthy competition. I’ve got to keep fighting.”

Inter comment on Romelu Lukaku wait

11:41 , Marc Mayo

Inter chief Beppe Marotta has admitted his uncertainty over whether the Italian club can complete another deal for Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku.

“Let’s not forget the move was made by the previous owners of Chelsea,” he said.

“So the new owners have to consider whether Lukaku is part of their project and plans for the future. If he is not, then their strategy will change.

“Obviously, they cannot think of putting him on the market for a big fee. I believe the offer from Saudi Arabia was around £43m, which is still a long way off the fee that we got from Chelsea, which was £99m.”

Burnley want Arsenal outcast

11:24 , Marc Mayo

Albert Lokonga is set to leave Arsenal this summer with Burnley keen on a deal.

Vincent Kompany wants to sign the Belgian midfielder permanently but the player is said by The Sun to be unsure about the move.

A loan deal could be struck instead with the Gunners ready to cut ties with the £15m signing.

What Chelsea can expect from their new signing

11:04 , Marc Mayo

Portuguese teenager Diego Moreira signed for Chelsea on a free transfer from Benfica yesterday, and they can expect the 18-year-old to be a “defensive animal” from the wing.

Luis Castro, who coached Benfica B last season, told Mais Futebol in April: “He has improved a lot. He has this street football style, but it is increasingly productive.

“He is managing to reconcile being entertaining, because he brings spectacle to the game, with better statistics. And he has a very particular characteristic, which is not normal for a player of his talents, which is the defensive component.

“He's a defensive animal and I don't see many wingers worldwide with Diego Moreira's defensive commitment.”

The Blues have also brought in Alex Matos from Norwich.

Nottingham Forest eye Spurs man

10:55 , Marc Mayo

Nottingham Forest want to sign Ryan Sessegnon from Tottenham.

The left-back will have to impress Ange Postecoglou if he’s to save his Spurs career having never truly met his potential in north London.

And transfer journalist Alan Nixon says Forest are keen to take him off their hands.

Andre Onana to Man Utd not dead yet

10:30 , Marc Mayo

Manchester United’s bid for Andre Onana is back on.

La Gazzetta dello Sport claim a deal could be struck in between Inter Milan’s valuation of £51m and United’s of £42m, with the help of add-ons to find a solution.

Over at Tuttosport, they say Inter want to use the funds from Onana’s sale to sign Torino defender Wilfried Singo.

Dusan Vlahovic wanted in £51m Chelsea bid

10:15 , Marc Mayo

Mauricio Pochettino wants to bring Dusan Vlahovic to Chelsea.

That’s according to the front page of today’s Corriere dello Sport, who say an opening bid of £51m would not be enough to land the Serbian striker.

The Blues have already added Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku to their frontline this summer but Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is set to follow Kai Havertz out the exit door.

Jurrien Timber to Arsenal latest

09:41 , Marc Mayo

Arsenal are on the cusp of agreeing a deal for Jurrien Timber.

Payment terms continue to be discussed with Ajax over the £40m deal, which transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano says will be concluded next week.

The player will then undergo a medical to complete the transfer.

Dominik Szoboszlai announcement imminent

09:08 , Marc Mayo

Liverpool are today set to announce the signing of Dominik Szoboszlai.

The £60m winger passed his medical yesterday and signed his contract to 2028 after the Reds triggered his release clause to leave RB Leipzig.

It’ll be their second signing of the summer after Alexis Mac Allister.

Justin Bijlow wants Man Utd move

08:51 , Marc Mayo

After giving up on Andre Onana, Manchester United have turned to Justin BIjlow to be their new goalkeeper.

The Mail say a bid for the Feyenoord goalkeeper could land with around £40m designated by United for a shot-stopper.

And Dutch outlet Voetbal International report on Bijlow being keen to sign for the Red Devils, with Feyenoord preparing a new contract offer to convince him to stay.

Moises Caicedo to Chelsea update

08:36 , Marc Mayo

Chelsea are still in talks with Brighton over the transfer fee for Moises Caicedo.

The Blues’ payment is thought to be the last hurdle to signing the Ecuadorian, who is valued at £100m by the Seagulls.

According to transfer journalist Rudy Galetti, the situation has not moved forward in the past few days yet Chelsea remain confident of getting the deal done.

Arsenal to confirm Declan Rice signing

08:26 , Marc Mayo

Declan Rice will officially become an Arsenal player tomorrow.

A deal has almost been struck over the payment terms of the midfielder’s £105m fee, according to The Sun, meaning the transfer is now all-but sealed.

West Ham want the initial £100m payment for Rice to have been completed by the end of next year, whereas Arsenal prefer to pay over a longer period of time.

Man City consider De Jong

Saturday 1 July 2023 22:50 , Matt Verri

Could Frenkie de Jong finally be on the way to Manchester?

Not to the red half though, despite Man United’s long-standing interest in the Barcelona midfielder.

The Sun report that Man City will potentially make a move for De Jong after walking away from their pursuit of Declan Rice, though have been told by Barcelona that the Dutchman will cost £90m.

Get excited, Liverpool fans...

Saturday 1 July 2023 22:23 , Matt Verri

Dominik Szoboszlai has completed his Liverpool medical this evening.

The Athletic report that confirmation of that deal could come in the next 24 hours, with the RB Leipzig attacking midfielder signing a five-year deal with Liverpool.

The Reds have paid his £60m release clause, with that now effectively a done deal!

Antonio to Turkey?

Saturday 1 July 2023 22:12 , Matt Verri

West Ham striker Michail Antonio has been linked with a move to Galatasaray.

The 33-year-old appeared open to the possibility of leaving the Hammers in January, before ultimately staying and playing a crucial role in the club’s superb finish to the season as they secured European glory.

However, the Mail report that Galatasaray are keen on Antonio, who has one year left on his current West Ham deal with the option to extend that by a further season.

Kolasinac secures move

Saturday 1 July 2023 21:55 , Matt Verri

Sead Kolasinac is set to make a free transfer to Atalanta.

The former Arsenal defender is looking for a new club after his Marseille contract expired, and Sky Sport Italia report that Atalanta is set to be his next destination.

He is expected to be in Italy next week to complete a medical and agree the final details on his move.

Newcastle want Nelson deal

Saturday 1 July 2023 21:35 , Matt Verri

Newcastle are interested in a move for Arsenal winger Reiss Nelson.

The 23-year-old is now a free agent after his Gunners contract expired, though it is believed he has reached an agreement over a new four-year deal.

However, Football Transfers claim that Newcastle have reached out to Nelson over the possibility of signing him on a free transfer.

Bayern offer Sabitzer to Man United

Saturday 1 July 2023 21:08 , Matt Verri

Manchester United could sign Marcel Sabitzer on a permanent deal this summer.

The midfielder spent the season on loan at Old Trafford, and his return to Bayern Munich could be a very short one.

The Mirror report that Bayern have told United they will sell Sabitzer permanently for just £12.8m.

Man United eye cheap striker move

Saturday 1 July 2023 20:42 , Matt Verri

Manchester United are considering a move for Porto striker Mehdi Taremi.

Big price tags for Rasmus Hojlund and Victor Osimhen have put United off, with it believed that FFP will limit the club’s ability in the transfer window this summer.

Portuguese outlet A Bola claims that United are keen on Taremi as a result, with the forward potentially available for just £17m.

West Ham ‘confirm’ Rice departure

Saturday 1 July 2023 20:11 , Matt Verri

West Ham have removed Declan Rice‘s shirt from the official club store ahead of the captain’s proposed move to Arsenal.

The Gunners have won the race to sign the midfielder, agreeing to pay a record-smashing £105million for the 24-year-old after Manchester City joined and then left the race.

Arsenal and West Ham remain without a full agreement over the terms of the deal, with the Hammers wanting the full fee quicker than is currently being proposed, but it is understood one is imminent.

It has been reported an official announcement could come on Monday, though Rice is not expected for pre-season until the following week.

Reds push for Thuram

Saturday 1 July 2023 19:54 , Matt Verri

Liverpool have a taste for signing midfielders...

Alexis Mac Allister done, Dominik Szoboszlai close and now Khephren Thuram could be next on the list.

Journalist Rudy Galetti claims that Liverpool are pushing to reach an agreement with Nice, as they believe Newcastle could soon make their own move for Thuram.

Liverpool medical for Szoboszlai

Saturday 1 July 2023 19:31 , Matt Verri

Dominik Szoboszlai is undergoing the main section of his Liverpool medical this evening.

Fabrizio Romano reports that those checks are currently undergoing, as his £60m move from RB Leipzig nears completion.

Not long to go until we get official confirmation of the deal, Liverpool fans...

Havertz earning huge money

Saturday 1 July 2023 19:10 , Matt Verri

Kai Havertz has become Arsenal’s highest-earning player.

That’s according to Bild, with it claimed that the German has signed a £330,000-a-week deal in north London after making the move from Chelsea.

That is more than any other player in the squad, even more than Bukayo Saka after he signed a new contract.

Liverpool leading Lavia race

Saturday 1 July 2023 18:54 , Matt Verri

Liverpool have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race to sign Romeo Lavia.

The Southampton midfielder is a man in demand this summer, though the Saints are holding out for £45-50m despite their relegation from the Premier League.

The Athletic report that Liverpool are currently the most likely destination for Lavia, as they continue their midfield rebuild.

Chelsea want Caicedo AND Veiga

Saturday 1 July 2023 18:31 , Matt Verri

Chelsea will step up efforts to sign Moises Caicedo this week, having already had a £60m offer rejected.

There is hope that a deal can be agreed for a fee in the region of £80m, with Caicedo keen on the move to Stamford Bridge having broadly agreed personal terms.

Chelsea want to sign more than one midfielder, with Mason Mount’s expected exit — alongside the departures of Kai Havertz, Mateo Kovacic, N’Golo Kante and Ruben Loftus-Cheek — set to leave them short in the middle of the pitch.

Celta Vigo’s Gabri Veiga is considered a key attacking midfielder target and has a £34.6m release clause.

Man United give up on Onana

Saturday 1 July 2023 18:24 , Matt Verri

Man United are set to move on from their pursuit of Andre Onana.

The Mirror report that United have decided they will not be able to match Inter Milan’s £60m asking price, believing it would leave them unable to strengthen in other areas of the squad.

It’s claimed that Feyenoord’s Justin Bijlow and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp are being considered as cheaper alternatives.

Fabregas announces retirement

Saturday 1 July 2023 17:49 , Matt Verri

Cesc Fabregas has announced his immediate retirement from professional football.

The midfielder had been one year into a two-year deal at Italian side Como, but he has made the decision to step away from playing to turn his attention to a coaching career.

Spurs consider Adarabioyo swoop

Saturday 1 July 2023 17:28 , Matt Verri

Tottenham continue to be linked with most of the centre-backs in Europe.

Edmond Tapsoba and Micky van de Ven are two that remain on the shortlist, and football.london report that Fulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo is still being considered too.

Adarabioyo has just one year left on his current Fulham deal and is set to leave the club this summer.

Juve sign Weah

Saturday 1 July 2023 16:14 , Alex Young

Juventus have signed Timothy Weah from Ligue 1 side Lille for around £9million, rising to £11m.

He has been signed to replace the outgoing Juan Cuadrado, who left at the end of his contract.

Weah, who started his senior career at Paris St Germain, spent four seasons at Lille where he made more than 100 appearances, winning league titles with both teams.

He also won the league and cup double with Celtic when he was on loan at the Scottish side in the 2018-19 season.

Watford exits confirmed

Saturday 1 July 2023 15:55 , Alex Young

Watford have confirmed a number of departures, along with the retirement of captain Tom Cleverly due to injury.

The 33-year-old will take up a coaching role.

Elsewhere, Domingos Quina has moved to Udinese permanently, Jurgen Elitim has joined Legia Warsaw and Mario Gaspar has been released.

Ober Almanza joins Orsomarso SC on loan until the end of the year.

ICYMI: Colwill offered new contract

Saturday 1 July 2023 15:36 , Alex Young

Chelsea have offered Levi Colwill a new contract but the defender wants talks with Mauricio Pochettino before deciding his future, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 20-year-old has a long-term deal on the table but wants clarity over his squad role and will first speak to Pochettino, who begins work as manager on July 3.

Chelsea are well-stocked at the back and Colwill does not want to serve as a back-up.

Pochettino is a known admirer of Colwill and holds the key to unlocking the contract impasse.

Read the full story here!

Premier League battle for Vlahovic

Saturday 1 July 2023 15:28 , Alex Young

Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all considering a move for Dusan Vlahovic.

The Juventus striker faces an uncertain future in Italy, with reports suggesting he could be available this summer for £80m.

Calciomercato claim that Vlahovic wants a move to England, and his agent is in talks with those three Premier League clubs.

Mount medical booked in

Saturday 1 July 2023 15:17 , Alex Young

Mason Mount will undergo his Manchester United medical on Monday.

Chelsea have accepted an initial £55m sum for the academy product, with £5m in add-ons.

Should all go to plan, Mount will put pen to paper on a five-year contract after failing to agree on a new deal with Chelsea.

Saturday 1 July 2023 15:08 , Alex Young

It’s two new signings today for Leicester as Conor Coady has joined from Wolves in a deal worth up to £8.5million.

Speaking to LCFC TV, he said: “I’m absolutely over the moon. I couldn’t wait to get down here, to obviously see everyone and get everything signed and boxed off. Now I’m here, I’m massively excited. I’ve been massively excited all summer to be fair and it’s something I was desperate to get done.

“I’ve played against the Club numerous times and it’s so, so hard playing against Leicester City. That’s something we need to take into the season. This place is incredible, I think it’s the best training ground I’ve ever seen in my life. It’s got absolutely everything so there’s no excuses for us going forward into the new campaign.”

Chelsea aim to knock down Caicedo price

Saturday 1 July 2023 14:48 , Alex Young

Chelsea hope to get a £20m discount on Moises Caicedo.

WIth Brighton wanting a £100m fee for the midfielder, having rejected the Blues’ opening bid of £60m, there is hope that a deal can be struck in the middle of those two figures.

Once Mason Mount’s move to Manchester United goes through in the next few days, Chelsea are set to accelerate their attempt to sign Caicedo to bolster their midfield.

Man United tracking Taremi

Saturday 1 July 2023 13:44 , Alex Young

Manchester United are keeping tabs on Porto striker Mehdi Taremi.

According to A Bola, the 30-year-old Iranian is available for around £17million after scoring 31 goals in 51 games last season.

United have been tracking the player for some time as Taremi goes from strength to strength since moving to Portugal four years ago.

It remains to be seen if manager Erik ten Hag would go for that profile of striker.

Szoboszlai lands in Liverpool

Saturday 1 July 2023 13:32 , Alex Young

This is the moment Dominik Szoboszlai landed in Liverpool earlier today ahead of completing his £60m move to the Reds.

The player has already completed some of the medical checks and will then sign that all-important contract.

He leaves RB Leipzig after two seasons.

Done deal! Leicester sign Winks

Saturday 1 July 2023 13:04 , Alex Young

Tottenham have confirmed the sale of Harry Winks to Leicester City in a deal worth £10million.

The Academy graduate leaves Spurs having made over 200 Premier League appearances. Once a key first-team player under Mauricio Pochettino, Winks slipped down the pecking order before being shipped out on loan to Sampdoria last season as the club were relegated from Serie A.

Winks’ move to the King Power Stadium was separate from James Maddison’s move to Spurs, which is valued at around £40million and completed earlier in the week.

Read more here!

Mothersille leaves Chelsea

Saturday 1 July 2023 12:52 , Alex Young

Youngster Malik Mothersille has rejected a new contract at Chelsea and now left the club, reports Nizaar Kinsella.

The 19-year-old striker reportedly grew frustrated with a lack of minutes for the Under-21s and was left out of the squad for the final game of the season despite being fully fit.

Mothersille is now considering his options, which include Championship and European teams willing to give him a good first-team pathway.

Tudor Mendel-Idowu's future is less clear at this stage.

Vieira lands next job

Saturday 1 July 2023 12:33 , Alex Young

Patrick Vieira has agreed a deal to become Strasbourg manager.

According to the BBC, the former Crystal Palace manager will join on a three-year contract following further talks this weekend.

Chelsea's owners have recently agreed a deal to buy a majority stake in the Ligue 1 side.

Man United end Weghorst and Sabitzer loans

Saturday 1 July 2023 12:17 , Alex Young

Manchester United have confirmed Wout Weghorst and Marcel Sabitzer have returned to their clubs after short loan spells.

A club statement read: "Both made telling contributions to our Carabao Cup success and clinching a top-three place in the Premier League, with Weghorst supplying the assist for Marcus Rashford's goal in the final win over Newcastle United at Wembley.

“Sabitzer scored twice in the home Europa League tie with Sevilla, after opening his account in the Emirates FA Cup comeback against Fulham, but missed the run-in due to a knee problem."

Done deal! Chelsea sign Moreira

Saturday 1 July 2023 12:06 , Alex Young

Another youngster through the door at Chelsea!

The club have announced the signing of Diego Moreira from Benfica.

The 18-year-old winger made his senior debut last year and is currently representing Portugal at the U21s Euros.

Timber set to join Arsenal

Saturday 1 July 2023 11:57 , Alex Young

Arsenal are set to make Jurrien Timber their next summer signing.

A deal worth £40m has been agreed verbally between the Gunners and Ajax, £4m of which will be bonuses.

Talks are expected to be concluded over the weekend with both clubs keen to get the deal over the line, and Timber excited by the prospect of moving to Arsenal.

Ndombele back at Spurs

Saturday 1 July 2023 11:39 , Alex Young

More on Tottenham as a few players have returned for the start of pre-season, including Tanguy Ndombele, Sergio Reguilon, Djed Spence and Bryan Gil from loan spells away.

Reguilon is not expected to have a future at Spurs, though Ange Postecoglou will assess his whole squad before any decisions are made.

Spence is understood to be keen for a chance, while Ndombele and Gil are running out of chances.

Arsenal still keen on Cancelo

Saturday 1 July 2023 11:26 , Alex Young

Arsenal are still interested in Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo, who is expected to leave the club this summer after falling out of favour.

The Gunners have held talks with the defender, who remains undecided over his future.

GiveMeSport claim Mikel Arteta is keeping interest alive as they focus on wrapping up deals for Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber.

Postecoglou interview in full

Saturday 1 July 2023 11:12 , Alex Young

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou says he is aiming to "fulfil the dreams and aspirations of every Tottenham supporter" as he starts work at the club.

The Australian was confirmed as Spurs’ new manager almost a month ago, signing a four-year contract to become Antonio Conte's permanent successor after impressing at Celtic.

His challenge is now to bring that attacking style of play to Tottenham, where fans have had to endure some fairly turgid football under Conte and even during Jose Mourinho’s reign in the recent past.

“The football is designed to bring success. Alongside that it’s really important to me that there is an element of what I think most fans and players want to be associated with, and that’s football that’s exciting, that people talk about, not just the end result but also the manner in which you played your football.

“That’s really important to me, a, because I think it’s a way to be successful and also secondly, because it allows people to grab onto those things that are most special about our game, those memorable moments.

“People want to see their team scoring goals, being exciting, not conceding goals, being aggressive in their approach, all these kinds of things that everyone seeks in their own football team. That’s what I want to try to provide. The basis of it will be that we want to be a team that wins things and, ultimately, entertains our fans.”

Read more here!

Postecoglou’s first interview

Saturday 1 July 2023 10:49 , Alex Young

Tottenham have dropped the first big interview with new manager Ange Postecoglou on his first day of work at the club.

He said: “It’s a great moment, a proud moment not just for myself but for my family and friends and people who have been on that journey, because they’ve all lived those experiences with me.

“My main thoughts will be on the responsibility I bear and the excitement I have within me that I can fulfil those dreams and aspirations of every Tottenham supporter.”

More to come.

Done deal! Chelsea sign Matos

Saturday 1 July 2023 10:24 , Alex Young

Chelsea have announced the signing of youngster Alex Matos.

The versatile midfielder joins from Norwich, where he played for both the Under-18s and U21s, scoring three times in Premier League 2 last season.

A statement adds: “The 18-year-old averaged a goal involvement per game – five goals, six assists – in his first 11 appearances at that level and became a regular for Norwich’s Under-18s during the 2022/23 campaign, in which he was also handed his debut for the Under-21s. “

West Ham close in on Barnes

Saturday 1 July 2023 10:16 , Alex Young

West Ham are advancing talks to sign Harvey Barnes from Leicester.

According to 90min, David Moyes wants two wingers and Barnes has been identified as one.

While Leicester want a similar fee to the £40m Tottenham paid for James Maddison, West Ham are confident of agreeing a lower fee.

Szoboszlai having Liverpool medical

Saturday 1 July 2023 09:50 , Alex Young

This one is moving fast.

Dominik Szoboszlai will undergo the first part of his medical today after Liverpool triggered his £60m release clause.

RB Leipzig had hoped to keep the midfielder but Liverpool opted to pay the clause in full just hours before it expired at midnight last night.

He could be unveiled as a Liverpool player before the weekend is out.

West Ham remove Rice shirt

Saturday 1 July 2023 09:34 , Alex Young

West Ham have removed Declan Rice's shirt from the official club store ahead of the captain's proposed move to Arsenal.

Arsenal and West Ham remain without a full agreement over the terms of the deal, with the Hammers wanting the full fee quicker than is currently being proposed, but it is understood one is imminent.

So, it is no surprise that any hope West Ham fans had of the deal falling through appear to be over, with the club removing the option to buy Rice's No41 shirt from the club shop.

Read more here!

Two new contracts at Spurs

Saturday 1 July 2023 09:11 , Alex Young

Tottenham have announced that both Nile John and Matthew Craig have signed new contracts.

The pair are both highly rated and Craig made his debut in the win at Leeds on the final day of the season.

Man United to make Onana bid

Saturday 1 July 2023 09:02 , Alex Young

Inter Milan have confirmed Manchester United's interest in Andre Onana and are expecting a bid.

Erik ten Hag is on the hunt for a new first-choice goalkeeper with David de Gea failing to agree on an extension on a contract, which expired overnight.

De Gea, it has been reported, could yet still stay at Old Trafford and will return to the negotiation table next week following his wedding, but United are pushing ahead with interest in Onana.

Chelsea have also previously been linked with the 27-year-old, who is expected to cost around £50million.

Read more here!

Arsenal make Rice breakthrough

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:50 , Alex Young

Arsenal are on the verge of agreeing a £105m deal with West Ham to sign Declan Rice.

Following recent reports that the transfer had been delayed by the Gunners apparently being less-than willing to compromise over the structure of the payments, a breakthrough is now close.

According to The Guardian’s Jacob Steinberg, West Ham want the guaranteed part of Rice’s fee to have been paid by the end of next year.

The white smoke of a ‘done deal’ is not far away...

Spurs could sign Tapsoba and Van de Ven

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:35 , Alex Young

Tottenham have made Edmond Tapsoba their top target for defence.

According to Football.London, Bayer Leverkusen want around £35million for their player.

Spurs will turn to Micky van de Ven as a cheaper alternative if they can’t agree a deal for Tapsoba.

But there is a chance Spurs could sign both, while Clement Lenglet remains an option.

Colwill wants Pochettino talks after contract offer

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:31 , Alex Young

Chelsea have offered Levi Colwill a new contract but the defender wants talks with Mauricio Pochettino before deciding his future, writes Nizaar Kinsella.

The 20-year-old has a long-term deal on the table but wants clarity over his squad role and will first speak to Pochettino, who begins work as manager on July 3.

Chelsea are well-stocked at the back and Colwill does not want to serve as a back-up.

Pochettino is a known admirer of Colwill and holds the key to unlocking the contract impasse.

Read the full story here!

Arsenal want Mbappe

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:26 , Alex Young

Arsenal are plotting a remarkable bid to sign Kylian Mbappe.

According to Football Transfers, the Gunners believe they can lure the player to the Premier League next summer when his PSG contract expires.

He will not be signing an extension, so PSG may decide to cash in this summer. Real Madrid are believed to the likeliest destination be it this year or next.

The same website claims Mikel Arteta is also a fan of Aurelien Tchouameni.

Liverpool trigger Szoboszlai release clause

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:19 , Alex Young

Liverpool have triggered Dominik Szoboszlai’s £60m release clause just hours before it expired.

According to the BBC, the Reds have hit the button to land the Hungarian winger from RB Leipzig with personal terms already agreed.

A medical will now be arranged for the 22-year-old’s transfer.

It sees Newcastle miss out on their second transfer target inside three days.

Man United nearing Onana deal

Saturday 1 July 2023 08:12 , Alex Young

Manchester United are set for a breakthrough in talks over Andre Onana.

Inter Milan’s financial concerns have pushed them towards lowering their price tag for the goalkeeper, to just £43m.

That’s according to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Italian journalist saying that talks are set to continue between the clubs.

Inter have even lined up Chelsea target Anatoliy Trubin as Onana’s replacement, it is claimed.

Chelsea line up new bid for midfielder

Friday 30 June 2023 22:57 , Marc Mayo

Gabri Veiga is Chelsea’s top target to replace Mason Mount.

Celta Vigo will be powerless to let the young midfielder go if a club meets his £34.6m release clause.

However, Chelsea are joined by Liverpool, Manchester City and Newcastle in the race for the 21-year-old talent’s signature.

Mason Mount medical booked in

Friday 30 June 2023 22:25 , Marc Mayo

Mason Mount will undergo his Manchester United medical on Monday.

Chelsea have accepted an initial £55m sum for the academy product, with £5m in add-ons.

Should all go to plan, Mount will put pen to paper on a five-year contract after failing to agree on a new deal with Chelsea.

Jurrien Timber set to join Arsenal

Friday 30 June 2023 22:06 , Marc Mayo

Arsenal are set to make Jurrien Timber their next summer signing.

A deal worth £40m has been agreed verbally between the Gunners and Ajax, £4m of which will be bonuses.

Talks are expected to be concluded over the weekend with both clubs keen to get the deal over the line, and Timber excited by the prospect of moving to Arsenal.

Chelsea aim to knock down Moises Caicedo price

Friday 30 June 2023 21:55 , Marc Mayo

Chelsea hope to get a £20m discount on Moises Caicedo.

WIth Brighton wanting a £100m fee for the midfielder, having rejected the Blues’ opening bid of £60m, there is hope that a deal can be struck in the middle of those two figures.

Once Mason Mount’s move to Manchester United goes through in the next few days, Chelsea are set to accelerate their attempt to sign Caicedo to bolster their midfield.

Man City on Declan Rice failure: ‘We don’t panic'

Friday 30 June 2023 21:31 , Marc Mayo

Manchester City CEO Ferran Soriano has revealed why the club ultimately pulled out of the race to sign Declan Rice.

Arsenal are due to sign the West Ham skipper for £105m, a fee which the City chief has suggested is not “intelligent”.

He said: "If you look at what we did at the start of this project, there was a need for a lot of changes and investment - but not anymore.

“If you look at what we have done in the last five years, our level of investment in new players is well thought out.

“We are not the top net-spenders of last year or the last three or five years. We have a platform where we know what to do and we can do it with time and intelligence.

“When we don't like a deal, we walk away and we don't panic.”

Chelsea told they’ll miss out on Victor Osimhen

Friday 30 June 2023 21:02 , Marc Mayo

Chelsea have been told to forget about signing Victor Osimhen.

Napoli legend Salvatore Bagni believes only two clubs in the world have the finances and prowess to sign the Nigerian striker, who is rated at £130m.

Bagni told Tutto Napoli: “Victor Osimhen won’t return to France because he already played there. The same thing with Germany

“He doesn’t go to Liverpool or Chelsea because they do not play the Champions League.

“Of all the teams associated with him, for me, he would only go to Manchester United and Real Madrid. He’s not interested in the other teams.”

Cesar Azpilicueta to become next Chelsea departure

Friday 30 June 2023 20:31 , Marc Mayo

Cesar Azpilicueta is set to sign for Atletico Madrid.

And Chelsea won’t even demand a fee for the Spanish veteran, despite having a year left on his contract.

Atleti have offered a two-year contract with the deal reported by Fabrizio Romano.

Arsenal set for Declan Rice breakthrough

Friday 30 June 2023 20:04 , Marc Mayo

Arsenal are on the verge of agreeing a £105m deal with West Ham to sign Declan Rice.

Following yesterday’s reports that the transfer had been delayed by the Gunners apparently being less-than willing to compromise over the structure of the payments, a breakthrough is now close.

According to The Guardian’s Jacob Steinberg, West Ham want the guaranteed part of Rice’s fee to have been paid by the end of next year.

The white smoke of a ‘done deal’ is not far away...

Chelsea deal collapses

Friday 30 June 2023 19:45 , Marc Mayo

Chelsea’s plan to sell Hakim Ziyech to Al-Nassr has fallen through.

Personal terms have not been agreed between the winger and the Saudi Arabian side, despite an £8m fee being set between the clubs.

Ziyech, who missed out on a loan move to PSG on January transfer deadline day, is still deemed surplus to requirements by Chelsea.

Andre Onana to Man Utd breakthrough

Friday 30 June 2023 19:17 , Marc Mayo

Manchester United are set for a breakthrough in talks over Andre Onana.

Inter Milan’s financial concerns have pushed them towards lowering their price tag for the goalkeeper, to just £43m.

That’s according to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Italian journalist saying that talks are set to continue between the clubs.

Inter have even lined up Chelsea target Anatoliy Trubin as Onana’s replacement, it is claimed.

Breaking news! Chelsea sign Nicolas Jackson

Friday 30 June 2023 19:01 , Marc Mayo

It’s a second signing of the summer for Chelsea as Nicolas Jackson arrives in a £32m deal!

Ready for another signing?

Friday 30 June 2023 18:58 , Marc Mayo

Breaking news! Dominik Szoboszlai set to sign for Liverpool

Friday 30 June 2023 18:41 , Marc Mayo

Liverpool have triggered Dominik Szoboszlai’s release clause.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the Reds have hit the button to land the Hungarian winger from RB Leipzig for £60m with personal terms already agreed.

A medical will now be arranged for the 22-year-old’s transfer.

Done deal! Chelsea youngster Charlie Webster heads off on loan

Friday 30 June 2023 18:36 , Marc Mayo

In a deal first reported by Standard Sport earlier this month, Charlie Webster has left Chelsea for a loan spell with Dutch club Heerenveen.

The 19-year-old is also set to sign a new deal at Stamford Bridge having attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund and PSV Eindhoven.

Man Utd update on David de Gea amid Andre Onana pursuit

Friday 30 June 2023 18:20 , Marc Mayo

David de Gea is still in “discussions” over his future, Manchester United have stated.

A full rundown of the players returning to Old Trafford from their loan spells has included an update on the Spanish goalkeeper.

The club have said: “David De Gea's contract is due to run out but discussions remain open with the long-serving keeper.”

Elsewhere, Dean Henderson is among those confirmed as back at the club with Wout Weghorst and Marcel Sabitzer having left.

United are nearing a deal to sign Inter Milan keeper Andre Onana, so very much still a story in motion!

Breaking news! Arsenal sell Pablo Mari to Monza

Friday 30 June 2023 18:08 , Marc Mayo

Done deal!

Friday 30 June 2023 18:04 , Matt Verri

Premier League battle for Vlahovic

Friday 30 June 2023 17:46 , Matt Verri

Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all considering a move for Dusan Vlahovic.

The Juventus striker faces an uncertain future in Italy, with reports suggesting he could be available this summer for £80m.

Calciomercato claim that Vlahovic wants a move to England, and his agent is in talks with those three Premier League clubs.

Mount medical booked in

Friday 30 June 2023 17:28 , Matt Verri

Mason Mount will undergo his Manchester United medical on Monday.

The Chelsea midfielder is set to complete his move to Old Trafford for £55m with a further £5m in add-ons, after the two clubs finally reached an agreement.

The Telegraph report that Mount’s medical checks will take place at the start of next week, with the transfer likely to be announced shortly afterwards.

Reguilon set for Spurs return

Friday 30 June 2023 17:15 , Matt Verri

Sergio Reguilon appears ready for a return to Tottenham ahead of the start of pre-season training.

A social media post from the Spanish defender on Friday showed him preparing to fly back to London for what could be a quick visit, amid the speculation over his transfer future.

New Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou will welcome a skeleton squad of Tottenham players back to work on Saturday, as pre-season begins for the north London club.

Reguilon is set to be among the non-internationals beginning the 2023-24 campaign this weekend while the likes of Harry Kane and James Maddison are due in on July 10 after their summer matches.

More on that here!

Angelo edges closer to Chelsea move

Friday 30 June 2023 16:57 , Matt Verri

Angelo Gabriel has completed part of his medical as his move to Chelsea edges closer.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the initial checks in Brazil have been passed, with the teenager set to sign a six-year-deal with the Blues.

Angelo has made it clear he wants the move to Chelsea, and is expected to be sent out on loan this summer.

Arsenal set to miss out on Guler

Friday 30 June 2023 16:45 , Matt Verri

Barcelona have confirmed their intention to sign teenage sensation Arda Guler, who has been linked with Arsenal.

The 18-year-old attacking midfielder has a release clause reportedly worth £15million in his Fenerbahce contract, making him one of Europe’s top transfer market gems for the summer after a breakout season in Turkey.

Real Madrid and Newcastle have also been tipped to bid for Guler with Barcelona said to be willing to loan him back to Fenerbahce should they complete the deal.

Blaugrana sporting director Deco has flown out to Istanbul to discuss the deal, club president Joan Laporta has admitted, with the Spanish giants publicly confirming their desire to complete the signing.

“Today Deco was in Istanbul,” he told the Spanish press.

Click here for the full story!

AC Milan close in on Pulisic deal

Friday 30 June 2023 16:29 , Matt Verri

AC Milan are making progress in their attempts to sign Christian Pulisic.

Relevo claim that there is a full agreement between Milan and Pulisic, who is keen to leave Chelsea in search of first-team football.

The Italian side are expected to push to reach a deal with the Blues next week.

More Man United talks for De Gea

Friday 30 June 2023 16:07 , Matt Verri

Manchester United have not yet made a final decision on David de Gea.

The Mail report that the club still intend to hold face-to-face talks with the Spanish goalkeeper, who will officially be a free agent this evening as his contract expires.

United are keen to sign Andre Onana this summer, but they have not ruled out a new deal for De Gea.

Chelsea set to confirm Jackson signing

Friday 30 June 2023 15:53 , Matt Verri

Chelsea are on the verge of completing the signing of Nicolas Jackson.

Fabrizio Romano reports that the Blues and Villarreal are signing the final contracts, with a full agreement reached.

Jackson is signing an eight-year deal, with that signing close to being made official. Another busy summer at Stamford Bridge!

Silva to Saudi Arabia?

Friday 30 June 2023 15:31 , Matt Verri

Al-Nassr are set to make a move for Bernardo Silva after seeing a proposed deal for Hakim Ziyech fall through.

The Chelsea winger was set to join the Saudi side for £8m, but that has now collapsed. It is believed that is due to a failure to agree personal terms, though it has also been claimed there were issues found during the medical.

CBS Sports report that Al-Nassr see Silva as an alternative option, and hope that Cristiano Ronalo can help bring the Man City star to the club.

Loftus-Cheek spotted!

Friday 30 June 2023 15:13 , Matt Verri

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is in Milan as he finalises his move from Chelsea.

The midfielder will join AC Milan for a fee in the region of £15m, joining up with former Blues defender Fikayo Tomori.

Loftus-Cheek was filmed arriving earlier in Italy today - official confirmation is not far away.

Man United ready to make first Onana move

Friday 30 June 2023 14:53 , Matt Verri

Manchester United are set to make an official bid for Andre Onana tonight.

The Inter Milan goalkeeper is a top target for United, as they look for a new goalkeeper with David de Gea’s future at Old Trafford remaining uncertain.

Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Inter and United have held talks this afternoon and have made progress, with an offer set to come in shortly.

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