Transfer news LIVE: Tottenham agree Spence deal; Sterling to Chelsea; Arsenal eye Raphinha; Nunez ‘done’

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The summer transfer window has officially opened, with Premier League clubs confirming those that are leaving at the end of their contracts as they make space for additions in the weeks and months ahead.

Tottenham have already signed wrapped up deals for Ivan Perisic and Fraser Forster and a third signing for Antonio Conte’s side could soon follow, with Djed Spence reportedly close to joining the club for £20million. Chelsea are trying to sign Raheem Sterling from Manchester City, while Arsenal are considering a move for Leeds winger Raphinha. The Gunners continue to chase Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus too, while negotiating a contract renewal with Eddie Nketiah.

Liverpool are on the verge of completely the big-money signing of Darwin Nunez, while rivals Manchester United have had some encouragement in their bid to bring Frenkie de Jong to Old Trafford. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are expected to meet the £40million asking price for Sadio Mane as their Robert Lewandowski replacement. Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip with Standard Sport’s live rolling blog below!

Latest transfer news and rumours

• Spurs close in on Spence

• Arsenal interested in Raphinha

• Chelsea prepare Sterling move

• Tottenham target Crystal Palace star Guehi

• Nunez to Liverpool a ‘done deal'

• Chelsea confirm Christensen and Drinkwater departures

Tottenham make first summer sale

Friday 10 June 2022 20:38 , Marc Mayo

Celtic have secured the permanent signing of defender Cameron Carter-Vickers from Tottenham on an undisclosed fee.

The United States international enjoyed a successful loan spell with the Scottish champions last term, his seventh stint away from north London after turning out for the likes of Bournemouth and Swansea in the Championship.

“I am so pleased to complete my move to Celtic and I really could not be happier,” he told the Glasgow side’s website.

“I have loved every minute of my time at Celtic so far and I really wanted to be part of the club’s future.”

Read the full story.

Chelsea in the hunt for Jules Kounde

Friday 10 June 2022 20:09 , Marc Mayo

Sevilla have admitted that Chelsea are among the prime candidates to sign Jules Kounde - with the player ready for a new challenge.

The LaLiga club’s general manager Jose Maria Cruz de Andres has defended their decision to rebuff the Blues’ bid for Kounde last summer, in the hope that he would improve and command a higher price.

The France international is reportedly nearing a £65million move to Chelsea to form part of Thomas Tuchel’s side next season, although the Sevilla chief asserted that they are not the club interested in Kounde.

“The player, I am sure, respects Sevilla,” he told Sport Witness. “He is happy with us. In the case of Kounde, it is not a matter of money. It’s a matter of him wanting to play in a more competitive team than Sevilla.”

Read the full story.

Man United confident of De Jong deal

Friday 10 June 2022 19:23 , Marc Mayo

Frenkie de Jong signing for Manchester United could soon be a reality.

TalkSPORT report on the Barcelona man giving the go-ahead to his club negotiating a sale with the Red Devils after his initial claims of wanting to stay in Spain.

Hmmm...

Friday 10 June 2022 18:55 , Marc Mayo

Trevor Sinclair reckons Raheem Sterling is a prime option to sign for LIVERPOOL.

“I think they’d have him,” the former Manchester City and England man told talkSPORT.

“I think Liverpool fans would have him back because they’ve seen what he’s won at Manchester City and the way that he’s conducted himself.

“Obviously it was not the greatest way to leave the football club and there was a lot of animosity between the club, the fans and Raheem.

“But whether Raheem goes back there? He might be a little bit scared by the way he was treated when he left. But I think Liverpool would have him.”

Erling Haaland teases Man City announcement

Friday 10 June 2022 18:20 , Marc Mayo

Erling Haaland teased his imminent move to Manchester City with a throwback snap of his younger self in the Premier League champions’ colours.

City are set to announce the signing of the Norwegian striker from Borussia Dortmund for a fee of £51million any day now.

But first, the 21-year-old showed off his history with the club with pictures from his childhood, growing up as his father, Alf-Inge, played for the club.

Read the full story.

Tarkowski and Mee among players to leave Burnley

Friday 10 June 2022 18:01 , Matt Verri

Burnley look set for a tough season in the Championship after it was confirmed a number of first-team players will depart when their contracts expire later this month.

James Tarkowski, Ben Mee, Aaron Lennon, Erik Pieters, Dale Stephens, Phil Bardsley will all leave the club, while Matej Vydra and Jack Cork are still in negotiations over a potential renewal.

Better news for Burnley fans is that Ashley Barnes has had his contract extended by another year after the club activated that option.

Bale: I’m not going to Getafe

Friday 10 June 2022 17:52 , Matt Verri

Gareth Bale has dismissed the notion of signing for Getafe ahead of next season.

After being released by Real Madrid, the Wales winger’s focus when selecting his next club will be building his fitness for the World Cup, amid reports he could join the LaLiga club to prolong his stay in the Spanish capital.

“For sure it influences it, I just want to be playing going into the World Cup as fit as I can,” he told reporters on Friday.

“Hopefully I can enjoy my holiday and then decide where I want to be and what I want to do, to try and be playing games to be as fit as I can for the World Cup.”

When asked if he was on the brink of signing for a club, he responded: “No, but I’m not going to Getafe, that’s for sure.”

Read more on that here!

Tottenham close in on Spence

Friday 10 June 2022 17:44 , Matt Verri

Tottenham are on the verge of making Djed Spence their third signing of the summer.

Ivan Perisic and Fraser Forster have already joined Spurs and the Guardian reports that a deal has been agreed with Middlesbrough to bring Djed Spence to north London. The right-back impressed on loan at Nottingham Forest this season.

The fee is believed to be in the region of £20m - it remains to be seen what this means for the futures of Matt Doherty and Emerson Royal.

Trossard on Arsenal’s radar

Friday 10 June 2022 17:34 , Matt Verri

Brighton’s Leandro Trossard is a player reportedly on Mikel Arteta’s wish-list this summer.

Voetbal Belgie claim the 27-year-old is being considered by the Gunners, as they plan additions in midfield and in forward areas.

Another player entering the final 12 months of his contract, the Belgian international would be a Premier League-proven addition to his attack.

While perhaps not as an exciting name as some of the other names linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium, it’s worth remembering the 27-year-old out-scored all but two Arsenal players last season for a team not exactly renowned for putting the ball in the back of the net.

Mata bids farewell to Man United

Friday 10 June 2022 17:18 , Matt Verri

Juan Mata has sent a long farewell message to Manchester United fans as he leaves Old Trafford this summer.

The Spaniard joined the club from Chelsea in January 2014 and made 258 appearances, winning the Europa League, FA Cup and League Cup during his eight years in Manchester.

Alongside a video posted on social media looking back on his time at the club, Mata spoke of his pride at representing United as he said a final goodbye to the fans.

“I am the proudest man in the world having represented this unique club for the last eight-and-a-half seasons,” Mata stated in his message to the fans.

Click here for his full goodbye to United fans

Man United confirm departures

Friday 10 June 2022 16:50 , Matt Verri

Manchester United have confirmed the players leaving the club when their contracts expire later this month.

Edinson Cavani, Lee Grant, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba are all departing Old Trafford, as Erik ten Hag begins his rebuild of the squad.

Arsenal tracking Raphinha

Friday 10 June 2022 16:26 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are one of several clubs interested in Leeds winger Raphinha, writes Simon Collings.

The Gunners are yet to make a formal offer for the Brazil international, but he is understood to be a player they admire and is on their radar ahead of the summer transfer window.

Raphinha has also caught the eye of Barcelona, while he was linked with Bayern Munich during the January transfer window.

Read more on that here

Moura: 90% chance I’ll stay at Tottenham

Friday 10 June 2022 15:57 , Matt Verri

Lucas Moura says there is a strong chance he will stay at Tottenham this summer.

Reports in Brazil have linked the 29-year-old with a return to Sao Paulo, the club Moura began his career at before moving to Paris Saint-Germain in 2013, however he insists he is happy to remain in England.

“We never know what might happen, the window will open,” Moura said.

“But I’ll probably stay there. I have one more year and the club’s option to extend it. With the qualification for the Champions League, I want to play in the Champions League again, then we’ll see what happens.

“In this window there’s a 90% chance I’ll stay there. I’m happy. I was always very happy at Tottenham.”

Click here for Moura’s full comments

Special goodbye for Christensen!

Friday 10 June 2022 15:34 , Matt Verri

Chelsea announce exits

Friday 10 June 2022 15:11 , Matt Verri

Andreas Christensen, Danny Drinkwater and Charly Musonda are among those leaving Chelsea as their contracts expire this month.

That’s in addition to Antonio Rudiger, who has already joined Real Madrid on a free transfer.

Busy summer at Stamford Bridge!

Silva coy on Man City future

Friday 10 June 2022 14:57 , Matt Verri

Bernardo Silva has refused to be drawn into discussing his Manchester City future.

The midfielder has been linked with a move to Barcelona, potentially as a replacement for Frenkie de Jong, even though Pep Guardiola has insisted it will be difficult for the La Liga side to sign the Portuguese star.

When asked about his club future while on international duty, Silva remained coy.

“Unfortunately I won’t be able to answer because I’m at the service of the national team and super focused on the game that remains,” Silva said.

“When the season ends, we’ll see what happens.”

Nunez to Liverpool ‘done deal'

Friday 10 June 2022 14:45 , Matt Verri

Darwin Nunez’s move to Liverpool is now effectively a done deal according to reports.

Portuguese journalist Pedro Sepulveda claims the move is set to go through, with Nunez ready to sign a five-year-deal having told his family and friends that he is joining the Reds.

Manchester United were in the race but they are no longer in the hunt, as Liverpool just wait for Benfica to sign everything off for the transfer to be completed.

Spurs remain interested in Cucurella

Friday 10 June 2022 14:36 , Matt Verri

Despite Ivan Perisic’s arrival, Antonio Conte is reportedly keen on adding another left-wing back to his Tottenham squad.

Goal claims Spurs are interested in Brighton’s Marc Cucurella after his impressive first season in the Premier League, although they could face competition from the likes of Chelsea and Manchester City.

Sergio Reguilon is one of the players Tottenham are open to selling this summer and any fee picked up for him could help fund a move for Cucurella, with Brighton said to be demanding as much as £45m.

Zidane to PSG ‘rumours’ addressed

Friday 10 June 2022 14:21 , Matt Verri

Reports in France have suggested that Zinedine Zidane is likely to replace Mauricio Pochettino as PSG boss this summer.

However, Zidane’s agent Alain Migliaccio has insisted that no talks have taken place and nothing is agreed.

“All these rumours about an agreement with PSG are unfounded,” Migliaccio said.

“Neither Zinedine nor I have been contacted directly by the PSG owner. I’m the only one allowed to speak for Zidane and represent him, as of today”.

Arsenal close in on first signing

Friday 10 June 2022 14:07 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are hopeful of wrapping up a deal for Sao Paulo winger Marquinhos in the coming days, while there is also confidence that Eddie Nketiah’s contract situation will finally be resolved, writes Simon Collings.

The Gunners have agreed a fee of around £3million for 19-year-old winger Marquinhos and are now working through his visa. Once the final stages of that process are complete, the Brazilian teenager will officially join and link up with Mikel Arteta’s squad for pre-season.

He is expected to go on tour to the United States in July, after which a decision will be made as to whether or not he is loaned out for next season. Fears over a potential legal battle with Wolves over Marquinhos’ signature appear to have cooled, meanwhile.

Click here for the full story on that!

Roberto extends Barcelona deal

Friday 10 June 2022 13:48 , Matt Verri

Sergi Roberto has signed a one-year contract extension at Barcelona, ensuring the versatile 30-year-old will not leave the club for free this summer.

A release clause of €400m for anyone interested....

Everton update on contract situations

Friday 10 June 2022 13:30 , Matt Verri

Fabian Delph, Gylfi Sigurdsson and Cenk Tosun have all been released by Everton as their contracts expire this month.

Jonjoe Kenny will also leave after rejecting a new deal, while Everton have given an update on a number of other players.

A statement said: “Ahead of the release of the Premier League retained lists, Everton have taken up the option to extend Asmir Begovic’s deal for a further year – and offered a new contract to fellow goalkeeper Andy Lonergan.

“Jonjoe Kenny was also offered fresh terms but has decided to move on in pursuit of a new opportunity elsewhere.

“The Club is also in negotiations with Lewis Gibson over a new deal.”

Confirmation of Rigge signing

Friday 10 June 2022 13:13 , Matt Verri

Arsenal consider move for Raphinha

Friday 10 June 2022 12:56 , Matt Verri

Arsenal’s Brazilian revolution could continue as they reportedly eye a move for Raphinha this summer.

The Gunners are close to signing teenager Marquinhos and are in for Gabriel Jesus too, and according to the Telegraph they are interested in Leeds winger Raphinha.

The 25-year-old is expected to leave Elland Road this window and has been linked with a move to Barcelona, but that may prove to be difficult.

Arsenal have not yet made a former offer for Raphinha, but he is on their list of players being considered.

Van der Vaart urges De Jong to join Man United

Friday 10 June 2022 12:27 , Matt Verri

Rafael van der Vaart has encouraged Frankie de Jong to leave Barcelona this summer and join Manchester United as one of Erik ten Hag’s first signings.

“At Manchester United it will be just like at the national team, being the only one with his type of qualities,” Van der Vaart said.

“I would move to Manchester United if I was him, just do it.

“That transfer would be ideal. There is a coach who knows exactly what he can and cannot do. If he had to choose today, I would go to United if I were him.”

Man United’s perfect window

Friday 10 June 2022 12:09 , Matt Verri

With the transfer window now officially open, there is no time to waste for Manchester United as they look to revamp the squad following Erik ten Hag’s arrival.

The club is coming off the back of a disastrous season and there is plenty of work to do all across the pitch, particularly after the departures of some big-name players, including Paul Pogba, on free transfers.

At the end of the campaign, interim boss Ralf Rangnick expected the club to bring in “six or eight new players”, while the club will also be keen to free up space on the wage bill by moving on those surplus to requirements.

Click here for our look at what United’s perfect transfer window would be!

Chelsea eye Sterling move

Friday 10 June 2022 11:53 , Matt Verri

Chelsea are interested in a move for Raheem Sterling this summer and have also been offered the chance to sign his Manchester City team-mate Gabriel Jesus, write Simon Collings and Malik Ouzia.

Both players are entering the final year of their contracts at the Etihad Stadium, with Jesus expected to leave the club and Sterling set to hold talks over his future after the last of England’s Nations League games next week.

There is a growing feeling that Sterling could depart ahead of the new season, having become frustrated at no longer being first-choice under Pep Guardiola.

Read more on that right here!

Friday 10 June 2022 11:41 , Matt Verri

West Ham have signed highly-rated youngster Daniel Rigge after the midfielder was released by Manchester City at the end of the season, writes Malik Ouzia.

The 16-year-old had been expected to join since training with West Ham and even featuring for the Hammers at youth level earlier this season, but also trialled at a number of other leading clubs before formally committing in east London. There is no transfer fee involved in the switch, nor will any compensation be due to City.

Rigge, who is not yet old enough to sign a professional deal, will join the Irons’ academy and his arrival will, unsurprisingly, have no bearing on David Moyes’ first-team transfer plans.

Click here for the full story on that

Quite the commitment!

Friday 10 June 2022 11:28 , Matt Verri

Some news away from the Premier League....

Levante midfielder Pepelu has commited his future to the club, it’s fair to say.

The 23-year-old has signed a new contract tying him down until 2032 - a ten-year deal!

Talks ongoing with Nketiah

Friday 10 June 2022 11:00 , Matt Verri

Arsenal have confirmed their contract offer to Eddie Nketiah, with negotiations ongoing, writes Simon Collings.

The striker’s current deal is due to expire at the end of June and, if he does not pen fresh terms, can leave on a free transfer.

Arsenal have now publicly confirmed reports that they have offered the 23-year-old a new deal and remain locked in talks.

The Gunners are optimistic that Nketiah can be persuaded to stay after he enjoyed a fine run in Mikel Arteta’s team towards the end of the season. He has previously been adamant that his future will be based around playing time as he is hungry for more minutes.

Read the full story here!

Blind: Ten Hag a control freak

Friday 10 June 2022 10:38 , Matt Verri

Daley Blind has given an insight into what Manchester United can expect from Erik ten Hag.

Blind spent four seasons at Old Trafford before joining Ajax, where he worked under Ten Hag until the manager made the switch to United this summer.

“He’s really social,” Blind told United’s website.

“I think, also in Ajax, he knows everyone at the club is important. Everyone needs to be involved to get that winning feeling, that winning mentality.

“He is aware of that and wants to keep everything close. He’s also a control freak and wants to be on top of everything. I think that’s a special quality you need to have when being that good.”

Arsenal close in on Marquinhos

Friday 10 June 2022 10:16 , Matt Verri

Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of completing a move to bring Marquinhos to the Emirates.

The Sao Paulo will arrive for €3.5m after signing a contract until 2027, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Gunners will be hoping he’s not the only Brazilian to join the club this summer, as they continue to show interest in signing Gabriel Jesus.

Tottenham poach Rangers chief scout Scoulding

Friday 10 June 2022 10:00 , George Flood

Tottenham are set to add Rangers chief scout Andy Scoulding to their recruitment ranks, writes Simon Collings.

Scoulding is due to move to north London later in the summer, although his official job title is yet to be finalised by Spurs. He arrives with an excellent reputation from Ibrox, having joined Rangers back in 2017.

During his time in Glasgow, Scoulding helped spot a lot of the talent that went on to become crucial players in Rangers’ title-winning side last season. That same team went on to reach the final of the Europa League this term, with the XI that started that match costing around £12million.

Click here to read the full story

Man United eye shock Oxlade-Chamberlain swoop

Friday 10 June 2022 09:37 , George Flood

Manchester United are lining up a shock swoop for Liverpool’s Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

The former Arsenal midfielder is expected to depart Anfield this summer, having seen his already bit-part role reduced even further by Jurgen Klopp last term and with his contract set to expire in 2023.

talkSPORT claim that United are pondering a surprise move for Oxlade-Chamberlain, with new manager Erik ten Hag in desperate need of midfielders as the likes of Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata and Nemanja Matic all prepare to leave Old Trafford.

The report states that United would like a cut-price fee of around £10m, with Southampton also chasing his signature.

Liverpool agree personal terms with Darwin Nunez

Friday 10 June 2022 09:19 , George Flood

Liverpool have now reportedly agreed personal terms with Darwin Nunez.

That is according to The Athletic, who add the important caveat that there is no such agreement yet with Benfica.

Talks are said to be ongoing over the structure of a deal potentially worth a total of €100m, with the Portuguese giants believed to be asking for €80m up front and a further €20m in add-ons.

Reports from elsewhere, meanwhile, suggest that Manchester United are in talks with Nunez’s agent Jorge Mendes and haven’t given up hope of hijacking the deal.

Tottenham target Crystal Palace star Guehi

Friday 10 June 2022 09:10 , George Flood

Marc Guehi is the latest name to appear on Tottenham’s transfer radar.

Alessandro Bastoni has been established as Antonio Conte’s top defensive target this summer, but looks to be staying put at Inter Milan, according to his agent.

That will lead Spurs to look elsewhere, with The Athletic suggesting that Guehi is among those players in their sights.

Guehi has excelled since leaving Chelsea for Crystal Palace, becoming a crucial figure under Patrick Vieira at Selhurst Park and making his way into the senior England squad.

Arsenal get new Zinchenko boost

Friday 10 June 2022 09:03 , George Flood

Arsenal appear to have been handed a new boost in their bid to sign Sterling’s Manchester City team-mate Oleksandr Zinchenko.

Standard Sport understands that the Gunners have registered an interest in signing the versatile Ukraine international, along with West Ham.

We also believe that Arsenal are thought to be offering Zinchenko the chance to play more games in midfield, which would appear to work very much in their favour if the latest reports are to be believed.

90min.com claim that any club wanting to sign the 25-year-old would have to promise him a future in the same role as he plays for his country.

Chelsea prepare Sterling move

Friday 10 June 2022 08:48 , George Flood

The summer transfer window officially opens for business today!

We start this morning with the latest on Raheem Sterling.

Standard Sport understands that Chelsea are preparing a move for the England forward, with a growing feeling that he could leave Manchester City this summer as they look to avoid losing him for nothing when his contract expires next summer.

Chelsea are among the teams interested, along with LaLiga giants Real Madrid and Barcelona. Sterling wants to play regularly and compete for silverware.

More on this story to come shortly.