Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal ‘done deal’; Rice update; Chelsea medical for Jackson; Man United, Spurs latest
The transfer window is in full swing with all of Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham all closing in on summer deals. The Gunners continue to chase 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 that the Gunners will still be able to sign the West Ham captain. The story at Chelsea is that Nicolas Jackson has passed his medical and Diogo Costa could also be on his way, while Moises Caicedo remains a top midfield target and wants the move to Stamford Bridge.
Mason Mount has been the subject of offers from Manchester United but they remain unable to agree a fee with the Blues, who could have inadvertently put United on the path to pursue Caicedo as an alternative. Elsewhere, Tottenham have booked a medical for incoming goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario and they continue to push for James Maddison. Follow the latest news, gossip and rumours in Standard Sport’s transfer centre below!
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Moura leaving Spurs with one regret
Lucas Moura has revealed he is leaving Tottenham this summer with one regret.
The Brazilian is departing on a free transfer after a five-and-a-half year spell at Spurs and has been speaking about his time in the Premier League in an interview in France.
Speaking to L’Equipe, Moura said: “It’s a mixture of emotions, I think. I’m leaving with my head held high and with the feeling of a job well done.
“I’ve built something solid and made my mark on the history of Tottenham, but I’m also leaving the club with a twinge of regret. It hurts to leave this club, my teammates, the city…
“It will remain a positive experience. I’ve grown and progressed. My only regret is not winning a title. That’s a shame.”
Fulham yet to finalise Mina move
Fulham have been strongly linked with a move for former Everton defender Yerry Mina, who is available on a free transfer after coming to the end of his contract at Goodison Park.
But they face competition from Besiktas, Lens, Granada and Bologna and a deal is not done.
Fabrizio Romano says Mina has not agreed terms with Fulham, despite reports.
He says Besiktas have also made an “official proposal” for the Colombia international.
Mendy closing in on £16m Al-Ahli move
Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is closing in on a £16m move to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli.
Mendy is expected to undergo a medical in Saudi Arabia next week and after becoming the latest Chelsea player to agree a switch the Saudi Pro League.
Chelsea have also agreed to sell Kalidou Koulibaly to Al-Hilal for £17m and Hakim Ziyech to Al-Nassr for £8m, while N’Golo Kante has agreed to join Al-Ittihad on a free transfer.
Mendy joined Chelsea in a £22m deal from Rennes in 2020 and starred on their run to winning the Champions League in 2021.
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Arteta dismisses PSG links
A bit more from Mikel Arteta’s interview with Marca in Spain.
The Arsenal manager has played down reports linking him with the Paris Saint-Germain job.
“I can only say that I am happy at Arsenal,” said Arteta, who spent 18 months on loan at PSG during his playing career.
“I feel loved, valued by our owners, Stan and Josh [Kroenke], and I have a lot to do here at this club.
“I am happy and tremendously grateful to be at Arsenal.”
Gvardiol tells Leipzig he wants City move
Manchester City have been handed a huge boost in their pursuit of Josko Gvardiol.
According to reports in Germany, the defender has officially informed RB Leipzig that he wants to move to the Premier League champions this summer.
Gvardiola is expected to become the most expensive defender in history surpassing *checks notes* Harry Maguire’s £80m move to Manchester United.
The Serbian is likely to cost around €100million (£86m) and City have already seen a bid just shy of £80m rejected.
Spurs in for Van de Ven
Tottenham are looking at a number of names to strengthen their defence and the latest is Wolfburg’s Micky van de Ven.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Dutch centre-back is also being tracked by Liverpool but now Spurs have turned a keen eye.
Also on Tottenham’s defensive shortlist are the likes of Gleison Bremer at Juventus, Bayer Leverkusen’s Edmund Tapsoba and Fulham’s Tosin Adarabioyo.
Jackson completes Chelsea medical
Nicolas Jackson has completed his Chelsea medical ahead of his move from Villarreal, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
Jackson is set to become Chelsea’s second signing of the summer after Christopher Nkunku completed his £53million switch from RB Leipzig earlier this week.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino wanted to bolster his front line and identified Jackson as a cheaper alternative to £100m-rated Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.
Chelsea have agreed a £65m deal to sell Kai Havertz to Arsenal and they are trying to offload both Romelu Lukaku and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as they revamp their forward line.
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Chelsea trio off to Saudi
Chelsea are set for another Saudi windfall.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Kalidou Koulibaly has completed his medical at Al Hilal, Edouard Mendy will have his own at Al Ahli on Monday and then Hakim Ziyech will finalise his move to Al Nassr by Tuesday.
This follows N’Golo Kante’s move to Al-Ittihad earlier this week.
What an unexpected cash boost for Chelsea.
Messi hits out at PSG fans
Talking of PSG, Lionel Messi has been discussing his final months with the club which was often met with boos from the club’s fans.
Messi has suggested his “fractured” relationship with the fanbanse was of no surprise as “that’s the way they behave”.
But Messi’s final months at the club saw him booed by a “significant” section of the fanbase and the club increase security at his home. Asked if Argentina beating France in the World Cup Final was a factor, Messi was unsure.
“I think in the beginning it was something wonderful,” Messi told beIN Sports of his relationship with the club’s fans.
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PSG want £260m to sell Mbappe
Paris Saint-Germain are demanding €250million (£215m), plus €50m (£43m) in add ons to sell Kylian Mbappe.
According to reports in Spain, Real Madrid are willing to offer €200m (£172m) + €20m (£17m), which would go close to matching that PSG paid for Neymar six years ago.
The report adds that Mbappe’s mother, who is also his agent, is pushing for the deal to be closed after months of talks and is in contact with the Emir of Qatar to get it done as soon as possible.