Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal’s Kudus plan; Chelsea near new striker; Man Utd to announce signing today
The transfer window is continuing at a serious pace and today we could see yet more deals for the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham. The Gunners, fresh from a friendly win over MLS All-Stars, appear to be focused on outgoings as part of their plan to sign Mohammed Kudus from Ajax.
Over at Chelsea, talks to land Moises Caicedo from Brighton are ongoing with the Blues also eyeing up a new striker. Personal terms are reportedly agreed with Elye Wahi and a medical is being booked in. Meanwhile, Marc Guehi is understood to be a target to return to the club and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will today join Marseille.
Manchester United are set to announce the signing of Andre Onana and Spurs are ramping up their search for a new centre-back having wrapped up a cut-price deal for Ashley Phillips from Blackburn. Follow all the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Live updates
Andre Onana to be confirmed by Man Utd today
New Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana put pen to paper on his contract with the club last night.
The Athletic report on the Cameroon international being given the go-ahead to join his teammates on the upcoming tour of the United States.
And the club are set to announce his arrival today.
Chelsea agree Elye Wahi terms
Young French striker Elye Wahi has given his green light to signing for Chelsea.
Personal terms have been agreed for the Blues to sign him from Montpellier and loan him to sister club Strasbourg for the new season, according to L’Equipe.
Yet Eintracht Frankfurt and PSG remain in the race.
Talks are ongoing with Montpellier awaiting an offer in the region of £25m from Chelsea.
Arsenal’s plan to sign Mohammed Kudus revealed
Ajax midfielder Mohammed Kudus is next up on Mikel Arteta’s radar although it won’t be a straightforward job.
According to the Mail, six players must first leave north London to raise funds for the £40m deal.
Kieran Tierney, Cedric Soares, Nicolas Pepe, Albert Lokonga, Nuno Tavares and Rob Holding are up for the chop.
ICYMI: Tottenham turn to Pedro as potential Harry Kane replacement
While Tottenham have been firm in their stance on not selling Harry Kane this summer, the look for a potential replacement is on.
According to the Independent, Spurs are monitoring Flamengo and Brazil forward Pedro should Kane leave amid interest from Bayern Munich.
ICYMI: PSG and Liverpool want Crystal Palace star Cheick Doucoure
Paris Saint-Germain have joined Liverpool in the race to sign Cheick Doucoure, writes Dom Smith.
The 23-year-old defensive midfielder had a superb first season at Crystal Palace last term, having moved to Selhurst Park from Lens in a five-year deal that could be worth up to £26million including add-ons.
Liverpool have placed Doucoure on their shortlist as they prepare for the possibility of losing both Fabinho and Jordan Henderson to clubs in Saudi Arabia.
ICYMI: Arsenal turn attentions to Kudus
Arsenal are ready to raid Ajax for the second time this summer for Mohammed Kudus.
According to the Mail, the Gunners have been tracking the midfielder for some time after his exciting performances for Ghana at the World Cup.
Kudus’ versatility is said to have caught Mikel Arteta’s eye, but Arsenal must sell before they can buy again having already splashed £200m on new signings.
ICYMI: Andre Onana speaks ahead of Manchester United transfer
Andre Onana has spoken for the first time about his imminent move to Manchester United, describing the opportunity as “irresistible.”
The goalkeeper, who previously played for United manager Erik ten Hag for Ajax, is set to leave Inter Milan in a deal worth an initial £47million.
Onana was spotted at a Turin airport on Tuesday evening before flying to the UK to undergo a medical and finalise his contract.
He was told La Gazetto dello Sport: “The important thing is to be honest and always tell people the truth.
“I am a person who always wants new challenges. Playing in the Premier League and for a club like United is irresistible. All parties wanted this to happen.”
ICYMI: Erik ten Hag explains why Man United signed Jonny Evans
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has explained why Jonny Evans has joined the club on a short-term deal.
Evans is in the 24-man squad that travelled to Edinburgh for today’s pre-season friendly against Lyon, and starts on the bench.
Ten Hag told MUTV: “I have known him for a long time and I know that his place is Manchester. He came to train with us to work on his fitness and I said to him that not all the players are in – the internationals are out, still having their break.
“I thought it was a good idea to help each other out. Jonny can work on his fitness and he can help us out.
“We know he’s a really experienced player, but also a very good person with a big personality and authority. He can help the young players, especially. It benefits both sides.”
ICYMI: Chelsea want £50m Marc Guehi
Chelsea are interested in Marc Guehi after Wesley Fofana’s serious knee injury but will continue to weigh up their options during pre-season, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
The 23-year-old left the west Londoners for Crystal Palace for £18million in 2021 but no buyback clause was included.
Palace now want £50m for the England international, who would want to be a regular starter at any club he joins this summer.
It remains unclear whether Chelsea could offer such a role with Thiago Silva, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile and Trevoh Chalobah also on their books.
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Marc Guehi (left) and Levi Colwill (right) have their minds firmly set on appearing at Euro 2024 if England qualify
/ The FA via Getty ImagesKlopp responds as Liverpool agree £12m fee to sell Henderson to Al-Ettifaq
Jurgen Klopp would not be drawn on Jordan Henderson’s future following Liverpool’s pre-season friendly win over Karlsruher.
The Reds captain travelled to Germany as Klopp prepares for a new season after a disappointing campaign last time out but did not feature.
Liverpool have agreed a fee of around £12m with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq for the 33-year-old, who is believed to have reached a verbal agreement over a reported £700k-per-week wage.
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