Arsenal have made a breakthrough in their pursuit of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr with a transfer for the Brazilian winger now seen as a possibility after his contract talks in Spain have stalled. The Gunners are also targeting Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and a report from the The Times says he will have a medical with the club today.
In order to facilitate two huge deals – both would need fees near to or in excess of £100m – Arsenal may need to sell. Christian Norgaard is set for the exit after a single season at the Emirates with Everton is his next destination, it seems. Myles Lewis-Skelly could also be an eye-raising sale with Manchester United exploring their options to bring the defender to Old Trafford as Michael Carrick looks to bolster his squad.
United’s aim is for a left-back with Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall also in the mix though it may prove more difficult to prize him out of St. James’ Park given the sale of Sandro Tonali and, probably, Guimaraes already in this window.
Elsewhere, Chelsea have announced the surprise signing of Danny Welbeck, with Jordan Henderson soon to follow, and Mohamed Salah appears to have a new club, finally, after leaving Liverpool on a free.
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West Ham want Adingra
Despite being shut down in their approaches for Wilson Isidor, West Ham are continuing to line up Sunderland talent.
They are hoping to bring in midfielder Simon Adingra and the move is being discussed according to Sky Sports’ Keith Downie.
Adingra only moved to the north east last summer in a £20.5m switch from Brighton but he spent the second half of the season on loan at Monaco.
The Hammers are also said to be keen on Tottenham’s Manor Solomon in the winger department.
Mauricio Pochettino makes call on USMNT future after turbulent World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino has extended his contract with the USA men’s national team (USMNT) until 2030, as he prepares to coach them at another World Cup.
Sunderland to keep hold of Isidor
Sunderland are not willing to sell striker Wilson Isidor despite interest from a few clubs.
With the club partaking in the Europa League this term, Sunderland want all hands on deck and Isidor is seen as a vital member of the squad.
West Ham had thought to prize him away from the north east side.
Newcastle sign goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Braga as post-Eddie Howe era begins
Newcastle United have announced the signing of Czech international goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek from Portuguese club Braga on a five-year deal.
The Premier League side confirmed the arrival of the 24-year-old on Monday for a reported fee of €30.6 million (£26.2 million).
Rashford to Fenerbahce?
that Marcus Rashford could be on his way to Fenerbahce with the Turkish club ready to offer a bid for his services.
The report states that Rashford is on a three man shortlist that includes AC Milan winger Rafael Leao and Crystal Palace forward Ismaila Sarr.
Rashford will seemingly have the decision on whether to make the move or else remain at Old Trafford.
Zirkzee ‘agrees move’ to Juventus
Manchester United signed the forward for £36m in 2024 and it seems as though the deal will be for a loan without an obligation to purchase.
Villa in for Bernal
Aston Villa want trying to sign Barcelona’s Marc Bernal, according to The Sun.
Unai Emery is said to be a fan of the 19-year-old midfielder and Villa are considering an opening bid of £30m.
Man City are also interested in the teenager.
Iraola allays Jeremie Frimpong injury fears
Jeremie Frimpong sparked more defensive injury fears for Liverpool after he was substituted late into their dismal 4-2 pre-season collapse against Leeds in Chicago.
“Jeremie asked for the sub, [but] I don’t think it’s an injury. It was just some overload and I hope he’s not injured in that way. I don’t think we’ve lost anyone” Andoni Iraola told LFCTV.
DONE DEAL! Chelsea sign Jordan Henderson
Add another to the list of Chelsea signings – Jordan Henderson has made the short move along from Brentford to add more experience to Xabi Alonso’s squad.
Barcola would be ‘happy to join Liverpool’
Bradley Barcola is being rumoured as a target for Liverpool with the clubs beginning talks over the PSG winger, per Fabrizio Romano.
Barcola would be a major boost to Liverpool’s attacking talents and would give Andoni Iraola more options for his debut season as manager of the Reds.
Julien Laurens spoke to Sky Sports News and revealed that Barcola would be happy with a move to Anfield.
“Barcola is the name that everybody is talking about right now,” he said.
“Things are pretty clear – he would be happy to join Liverpool, very much so, and I think Liverpool would love him at the club too.
“He’s exactly what they need right now in terms of his profile, his pace and what he can do with the ball.”
