Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal make Sancho decision; Chelsea in first Osimhen bid; Man Utd, Tottenham latest
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Transfer news LIVE!
The summer transfer window continues to hot up with Arsenal rejecting Manchester United’s surprise offer to sign Jadon Sancho for £40million. A new forward is on the Gunners’ shortlist with Santiago Gimenez, Viktor Gyokeres, Nico Williams and Victor Osimhen all linked so far but no breakthroughs as of yet.
Osimhen remains a target for Man Utd and reports out of Italy claim a fresh player-plus-cash bid involving Rasmus Hojlund is set to be launched as Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues his novel approach to the transfer market. Liverpool are also looking to make their first signing of the summer, which won’t be Anthony Gordon after Newcastle sold Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh to ease their PSR concerns.
That also means Chelsea will miss out on a swoop for Alexander Isak, but they are busy with both Aaron Anselmino and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall set to sign. Tottenham, meanwhile, are closing in on a deal for Archie Gray after his move to Brentford collapsed. Follow all the latest updates, news and rumours via Standard Sport’s live blog!
Live transfer updates
- Arsenal reject chance to sign Jadon Sancho
- Chelsea first cash-plus-players offer for Victor Osimhen
- Done deal! Chelsea sign Marc Guiu for £5m
- Chelsea set to announce Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
- Spurs close in on £35m Archie Gray deal
- Arsenal learn Riccardo Calafiori price tag
Sevilla working on Albert Sambi Lokonga deal
19:23 , Alex Young
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga has emerged as a serious transfer target for Sevilla, writes Simon Collings.
Lokonga spent last season on loan at Luton and has agreed to depart Arsenal this summer after holding talks with the club.
Sevilla are understood to be interested in the Belgian, with the possibility of either a loan or a permanent deal on the table.
Read more here!
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Man Utd confirm Dan Ashworth to start work
18:09 , Alex Young
Manchester United finally have their sporting director as Dan Ashworth is allowed to leave Newcastle.
A joint-statement read: “Newcastle United and Manchester United have reached an agreement for the immediate release of Dan Ashworth from his contractual obligations at Newcastle United.
“The terms of this agreement remain confidential between the clubs. Newcastle United thanks Dan for his services and wishes him well for the future.”
Chelsea first cash-plus-players offer for Victor Osimhen
17:44 , Alex Young
Chelsea have made their first bid for Victor Osimhen.
According to journalist Damiano Er Faina, the Blues have offered Romelu Lukaku, Cesare Casadei and €40million (£34m).
Osimhen has confirmed his desire to leave Napoli this summer, and the feeling is mutual with the club and new head coach Antonio Conte, but as yet no interested club has come close to the striker’s €120m release clause.
Chelsea, it seems, are looking to bring down the price by offering outcast Romelu Lukaku and young Italian midfielder Casadei.
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Done deal! Chelsea sign Marc Guiu for £5m
17:08 , Alex Young
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Barcelona teenager Marc Guiu.
The Blues took advantage of hesitance in contract negotiations between the Catalan giants and their young striker to agree personal terms with the 18-year-old forward before triggering his modest £5million release clause.
Guiu is understood to have turned for a new offer from Barcelona to move to Stamford Bridge.
Upon confirmation of the move, Guiu said: “It's an immense joy to sign for Chelsea and I struggled to sleep ahead of the journey here because I was so excited.
Read more here!
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Lionesses star Mary Earps joins PSG
16:57 , Alex Young
England goalkeeper Mary Earps has joined Paris Saint-Germain following her departure from Manchester United.
The French club announced on Monday that the 31-year-old had signed a two-year deal to complete a long-anticipated transfer.
Earps was a free agent following the expiry of her contract at United this summer.
Earps told the PSG website: "Joining Paris St Germain is a fantastic opportunity. I'm very honoured to become a Parisian and I can't wait to play alongside my new team-mates.
"Together, we're going to give our all to help the club shine and make our fans proud.
"I'm determined to contribute to our future success so that Paris St Germain continues to rank among Europe's top clubs."
Lopetegui excited about 'big potential' as new West Ham era begins
16:31 , Alex Young
Julen Lopetegui is refusing to put limits on what he can achieve at West Ham.
The Spaniard has been hired by the Hammers this summer after the club parted ways with David Moyes at the end of last season.
Lopetegui comes with an impressive CV, having coached Real Madrid, Spain and led Sevilla to the Europa League title.
Most recently, the 57-year-old kept Wolves in the Premier League during the 2022-23 season and he is hungry for success at West Ham.
“I don’t want to put limits,” said Lopetegui, when asked about his aims.
“I always say that you can dream, but you have to work very hard to achieve your dreams. This is what we are going to do.”
Read more here!
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Manchester United make progress with Matthijs de Ligt deal
15:33 , Alex Young
Manchester United are making progress in their attempts to sign Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt.
De Telegraaf report that a contract offer has been tabled, with United hoping to tie the centre-back down to a five-year deal.
Bayern are ready to sell but are reportedly looking for more than £50m for the player.
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Premier League return on cards for Wilfried Zaha
13:53 , Marc Mayo
Wilfried Zaha could find himself back in the Premier League next season.
Galatasaray are ready to offload his £300,000-a-week wages, according to the Mirror, with a return to Crystal Palace on the cards.
West Ham and Wolves are also interested in what might be a free transfer, if Galatasaray are happy to take the financial hit to remove his salary.
Zaha scored ten goals in his first season in Istanbul but struggled to hold down a spot in the starting line-up, and would also have to take a pay cut to leave.
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Man Utd finally seal sporting director deal
13:22 , Marc Mayo
Manchester United have finally agreed a deal for Dan Ashworth to become their new sporting director.
Ashworth was placed on gardening leave by Newcastle earlier this year amid interest from Ineos, which has taken over the running of the Red Devils' football operations after its founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe bought a minority stake in the club.
It is understood Ashworth will begin his new role at Old Trafford with immediate effect.
Newcastle had been reported to be seeking £20million to release Ashworth, a figure Ratcliffe described as "a bit silly" back in February, but a compromise has now been reached.
Read the full story!
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Man Utd's Michael Olise hijack to fall short
13:00 , Marc Mayo
Michael Olise is set to sign for Bayern Munich despite talk of Manchester United hijacking the deal.
Sky Sports in Germany say a medical is planned for the coming days with “small details” still being worked out between Bayern and Crystal Palace.
United are named as one of several teams still trying to poach Olise, but his move to Germany is still expected to go through at this stage.
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Euro 2024 hero tells Chelsea and Liverpool what they must do to seal £35m transfer
12:35 , Marc Mayo
Giorgi Mamardashvili has issued a warning to potential buyers that he will not accept a summer transfer to sit on the bench.
The Georgia goalkeeper has been one of the standout performers at Euro 2024 and clubs are interested in the Valencia player, who is worth a reported £35m.
Chelsea and Liverpool have been named in recent reports surrounding the 23-year-old along with Newcastle and Bayern Munich.
However, he insisted after Georgia’s Euros exit that acting as understudy to Manuel Neuer is not on his agenda for next season.
“Bayern still have the best goalkeeper in the world,” he told Sky Sports in Germany. “Therefore, it's currently not possible to move there.
“I would only go there if I'll play. If I don't play, then no.”
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AC Milan plot surprise swoop for Chelsea ace
12:09 , Marc Mayo
AC Milan want to sign Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka.
A new midfielder is high on the Rossoneri’s list of priorities with Adrien Rabiot and Tottenham target Youssouf Fofana also being tracked.
TMW report on Chelsea knocking back the idea of a loan deal for Chukwuemeka, unless it features a purchase clause.
Milan are also said to be targeting Joshua Zirkzee as their first-choice striker target, amid rival interest from Manchester United.
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Arsenal to contend with William Saliba interest
11:46 , Marc Mayo
Real Madrid and PSG want to test Arsenal’s resolve with an approach for William Saliba.
The Gunners do not want to sell the France defender, according to CaughtOffside, particularly after he recently signed a new long-term contract.
The European giants are said to be long-term admirers of Saliba, while Madrid are also in the mix to sign Lille’s teenage centre-back Leny Yoro.
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Done deal!
11:29 , Marc Mayo
This one is a surprise.
Newcastle have signed John Ruddy on a free transfer from Birmingham.
That’s four first-team goalkeepers on the Magpies’ books, joining yesterday’s new signing Odysseas Vlachodimos, Martin Dubravka and Nick Pope!
Done deal!
11:22 , Marc Mayo
Two more signings in the book today as Aston Villa complete a double purchase from Juventus.
Having seen Douglas Luis move to Turin for £42m, Villa have landed Enzo Barrenechea and Samuel Iling-Junior for a combined fee worth £18m.
Iling-Junior, 20, was born in London and previously part of Chelsea’s academy. In the past two seasons, the winger has been a squad player at Juve.
Argentine midfielder Barrenechea, 23, spent last year on loan at Frosinone.
Spurs offer Joe Rodon in Archie Gray talks
10:56 , Marc Mayo
Tottenham are closing in on a deal for Leeds teenager Archie Gray after Brentford's move for the midfielder collapsed, writes Dan Kilpatrick.
Talks between Spurs and Leeds for the 18-year-old are progressing well, with expectation that a package worth in the region of £35million can be reached.
Defender Joe Rodon, who spent last season on loan at Leeds, could be included in the deal in part-exchange, which is still being discussed.
Gray is keen on the move to north London and personal terms and a medical are expected to be a formality.
Read the full story!
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Done deal!
10:35 , Marc Mayo
And another one..! Ben Johnson completes his move to newly-promoted Ipswich after leaving West Ham.
“Ben is a player who fits the profile we like to bring to the Club,” Town manager Kieran McKenna told the club website. “He is a young and talented defender with good technical quality, as well as excellent physical attributes.
“Ben also has a good amount of Premier League experience for his age and he is hungry to take the next step in his career. We feel this is a good move for him and he is an excellent addition for the Club.
“Everyone who has worked with him speaks highly of his character, so we’re sure he will fit into the dressing room and our environment and culture.”
Done deal!
10:10 , Marc Mayo
Today is of course the first day of the ‘new season’ when it comes to contracts and whatnot, so that means a flurry of activity as clubs announce what are largely expected deals.
Lewis Hall has signed for Newcastle in a £28million deal that was already agreed as part of his loan move from Chelsea a year ago.
He told the Newcastle website: "I am extremely proud to be able to build on last season and continue my journey at Newcastle United. The fans, the manager and his staff, my teammates and everyone at the club have made me feel so welcome that I want to repay the faith they've shown in me.
"When you pull on the black and white shirt, there is no feeling like it and playing in front of the best supporters in the country is extra special for me being a Toon fan.
"I gained a lot of experience last season, and with the squad we have, we'll be looking to push on even further this season. I can't wait to get started."
Done deal!
10:04 , Marc Mayo
Crystal Palace have announced the signing of Daichi Kamada on a two-year deal.
Following the signing of Chadi Riad, the Japanese midfielder is officially the second signing under Oliver Glasner after leaving Lazio.
Kamada said: “I’m excited to be joining Crystal Palace, and to be working with Oliver – who is a coach I know well – again. I am looking forward to testing myself in the Premier League, and hopefully the club and I can achieve all of our objectives together.”
Chelsea youngster to join Leicester
09:57 , Marc Mayo
Leicester are set to sign Chelsea academy star Michael Golding.
The 18-year-old midfielder will move in the opposite direction to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, in a separate transaction to that £30m switch.
The Foxes will pay £4m for Golding, so say Football Insider, on a four-year deal with a medical taking place today.
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Tottenham near Archie Gray breakthrough
09:26
Spurs are increasingly confident of signing Archie Gray.
Following the Leeds teenager’s £40m move to Brentford collapsing, Standard Sport said yesterday that Tottenham were keen to hijack the deal.
Multiple reports now describe talks as moving forward rapidly with agreements on personal terms and a fee in the process of being struck.
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Man Utd accelerate Manuel Ugarte talks
09:12 , Marc Mayo
Manchester United have accelerated their talks to sign Manuel Ugarte.
The Red Devils are known to be prioritising a move for a new defensive midfielder this summer with Uruguayan Ugarte available to leave PSG.
Sky Sports in Germany report on United getting “serious” in their bid with potential rival interest from Bayern Munich subsiding.
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Arsenal keen on £40m Euro 2024 star
08:43 , Marc Mayo
The price tag for Riccardo Calafiori is set at £40m.
That’s according to the Express, who report on Arsenal and Juventus joining Liverpool, PSG, Real Madrid and Tottenham in tracking the Bologna centre-back.
With Italy out of Euro 2024, Calafiori’s future may be put under the spotlight a little more.
Bologna are said to prefer not to sell to Serie A rivals Juve, who poached their coach Thiago Motta only weeks ago.
Basel hold a 40 per cent sell-on clause in his contract, which could knock up his fee yet further.
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Flurry of overnight deals end Chelsea and Liverpool hopes
08:18 , Marc Mayo
Chelsea’s brief hope of signing Alexander Isak, who has also been a target for Arsenal, and Liverpool’s enquiry for Anthony Gordon appear to be over.
Newcastle sold Elliot Anderson and Yakubah Minteh to Nottingham Forest and Brighton, respectively, late last night for a combined £88m to secure their PSR status.
Clubs had until the end of June 30 to complete their financial picture for the 2023-24 season and Newcastle look set to land within the regulations following the deals, which also saw Forest goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos complete a permanent move to St. James’ Park.
Chelsea set to make Aaron Anselmino medical decision
07:53 , Marc Mayo
Aaron Anselmino will travel to Chelsea for a medical once the final decisions are made on his transfer from Boca Juniors.
The teenager will see out 2024 in Argentina before arriving in a £19m deal.
But Chelsea are first deciding whether to loan him out from January, and where to, according to Fabrizio Romano, with a medical set for this week or next.
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Arsenal set for windfall after Chelsea exit
07:26 , Marc Mayo
Arsenal will bank around £4m after Omari Hutchinson signed for Ipswich.
The former Gunners academy winger had a sell-on clause embedded in his contract when Chelsea signed him from their rivals in 2022.
It is thought to be worth between 15 and 20 per cent of his next fee and, having cost an initial £20m in a club-record deal for Ipswich, Arsenal stand to make a tidy profit.
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Yan Couto on Arsenal radar
06:59 , Marc Mayo
Arsenal could miss out on Manchester City defender Yan Couto.
Juventus are eyeing up the right-back, who impressed on loan at Girona over the past two seasons.
Real Madrid and Barcelona are also keen but Corriere dello Sport name Juve as set to advance their interest as they search for a new defender.
Also on Juve’s shortlist are Porto’s Wendell, Mario Mitaj of Lokomotiv Moscow and Patrick Dorgu, the Lecce teenager who’s been linked with Liverpool, Tottenham and Atletico Madrid with a price tag north of £15m.
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Chelsea set to announce Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
06:35 , Marc Mayo
Chelsea are set to announce the signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
After swap deals involving David Datro Fofana or Cesare Casadei were reportedly rejected, The Athletic reported on a £30m bid being accepted.
Dewsbury-Hall has agreed personal terms on a contract to 2030 to reunite with former Leicester boss Enzo Maresca.
Having undergone a medial on Sunday afternoon, Chelsea could announce Dewsbury-Hall’s arrival imminently.
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Man Utd plot fresh Victor Osimhen swap bid
06:22 , Marc Mayo
Manchester United are set to revisit their bid to sign Victor Osimhen.
Rumours of the Red Devils offering cash plus Rasmus Hojlund for the Napoli striker first emerged earlier in the summer but are once again gathering pace.
According to La Repubblica, new terms are about to be put to the Italian club as they look to sell Osimhen.
The Nigerian’s full £109m release clause is proving too steep for United, plus fellow prospective buyers Arsenal and PSG, so recent reports suggest a softening of their stance.
Joshua Zirkzee of Bologna is also on United’s radar.
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Arsenal reject chance to sign Jadon Sancho
06:10
Arsenal have reportedly rejected Manchester United’s offer to sign Jadon Sancho.
The winger starred on loan at Borussia Dortmund during the second half of last season but still has no future at United, due to his lack of relationship with manager Erik ten Hag.
That has forced Sir Jim Ratcliffe to float the idea of a £40m deal for Sancho, potentially on loan with an obligation to buy, to Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Barcelona.
But, teamTALK report, the proposal has been widely dismissed by the likes of the Gunners partly due to Sancho’s high wages, estimated to be in the region of £250,000-a-week.
Arsenal are looking to add to their attack this summer with a centre-forward thought to be their priority.
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Transfer news LIVE!
06:07 , Marc Mayo
It’s another big week in the summer transfer window.
The first major deals are starting to drip through now with Chelsea getting busy amid the plethora of PSR-related deals, following last night’s deadline for the financial year.
A new striker is on the radars of several teams, including Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United.
We might also see movement in the first signing of the Arne Slot era at Liverpool.
Stay tuned with Standard Sport’s live transfer blog for all the latest deals, signings, rumours and gossip!