Transfer news LIVE! Rice close to Arsenal; Chelsea bid for Costa; Man Utd hijack Caicedo; Spurs deal close
The transfer window is in full swing with all of Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham playing key roles. The Gunners continue to chase both Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber as Mikel Arteta aims to go again in the Premier League title race.
Despite Manchester City’s interest in Rice, there is reportedly fresh hope Arsenal will soon be able to sign the West Ham captain. The story at Chelsea, however, is different, albeit Nicolas Jackson is soon to sign amid suggestions Diogo Costa could also be on his way.
Mason Mount has been the subject of offers from Manchester United but it seems that may backfire on the Blues. Having rejected them so far, United could now turn to Moises Caicedo, a key target for Mauricio Pochettino. Elsewhere, Tottenham are thought to be closing in on a move for Guglielmo Vicario as they continue to pursue James Maddison. Follow the latest news, gossip and rumours in Standard Sport’s transfer centre below!
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Arsenal want Romeo Lavia over Moises Caicedo
All manner of big name midfielders are being linked to all manner of big name clubs this summer.
One of those is Moises Caicedo, a target for Arsenal during the January transfer window.
Still, the Gunners seemingly aren’t keen to go again.
According to the Mirror, they are instead focused on a move to sign Romeo Lavia from Southampton.
Man United want Andre Onana regardless of David De Gea
Were Manchester United to go out and sign a new goalkeeper this summer, it would surely be the writing on the wall for David De Gea.
Out of contract at Old Trafford in a matter of days, the Spaniard’s future is still not sorted.
Still, Sky Sports suggest United are aiming to sign a goalkeeper – namely Inter Milan’s Andre Onana – regardless of whether De Gea stays or not.
Arsenal to bid for Jurrien Timber soon
Arsenal really are going for this.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners will make a fresh offer to sign Ajax defender Jurrien Timber soon.
The Dutch giants have already snubbed an offer worth around £30m for the Dutchman and are reportedly holding out for £50m.
Still, Romano has confirmed a new bid is on the way.
Chelsea to make fresh £64m bid for Diogo Costa
Mauricio Pochettino is reportedly eager to work with Kepa as Chelsea’s No.1.
Still, the Spaniard has hardly proved overly convincing in recent seasons and the Blues continue to be linked with a move for a new goakeeper.
Now, a new name has emerged.
A Bola claim the Blues are preparing a £64m offer to sign Diogo Costa from Porto.
Man United ready to hijack Chelsea over Moises Caicedo
Well, it seems as if Chelsea’s haggling over Mason Mount could come back to bite them.
Indeed, having rejected Manchester United a number of times for the England international, those at Old Trafford might soon give up.
Instead, The Times claim, they are ready to hijack Chelsea’s move for Moises Caicedo.
Declan Rice ‘close’ to Arsenal move
There’s some good news on the Declan Rice front for Arsenal fans.
While Manchester City’s interest in the West Ham midfielder complicates matters of course, there is still hope the Gunners can close out the £100m deal for the England star.
According to talkSPORT, West Ham are encouraging the Gunners to make a third offer and believe there will soon be an end to the saga.
Chelsea confirm signing of teenage striker Dujuan ‘Whisper’ Richards
Chelsea have confirmed the signing of teenage striker Dujuan ‘Whisper’ Richards.
The Phoenix All Stars Academy in Kingston, Jamacia confirmed the 17-year-old had signed a pre-contract agreement with the Blues in March.
Now, Chelsea have announced they have completed a deal to bring Richards to Stamford Bridge.
Read the full story here!
Guglielmo Vicario could be a Tottenham player by Monday
It seems Ange Postecoglou is closing on his first signing at Tottenham!
According to Italian outlet Il Tirreno, Spurs are set to sign goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.
The Empoli stopper is a big target at Tottenham and the report suggests a deal could be done by Monday.
Manchester City considering late move for Kim min-Jae
After links with Newcastle and Manchester United, it seemed as if Napoli defender Kim min-Jae was bound for Bayern Munich.
Still, the German giants could be the subject of a late hijack.
According to Football Insider, Manchester City are looking to land the South Korea international.
Kai Havertz to undergo Arsenal medical imminently
Get excited, Arsenal fans!
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kai Havertz will undergo his medical with the Gunners imminently.
The German will join from London rivals Chelsea in a deal worth £65m.
