Transfer news LIVE! Arsenal in Rice promise; Cherki to Chelsea; Man United sign Onana; Kane, Henderson latest
Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are all working hard on big summer deals as the transfer window enters a crucial stage. With pre-season firmly up and running, clubs are looking to add new faces to their squads as soon as possible, and the Gunners hope to confirm both Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber over the weekend. They have also been linked with Gremio midfielder Bitello.
Chelsea have been dealing more with outgoings then in this summer, despite having signed both Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson. Those two should soon be joined by Moises Caicedo, as talks with Brighton continue over a deal which is expected to top £80million. The Blues are also reportedly leading the race to sign Rayan Cherki from Lyon.
Manchester United are expected to wrap up their first signing in the form of Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana, and a £47m deal could be announced today. Tottenham have already made three new additions and want to add a defender to their ranks, with Micky van de Ven their preferred target amid Levi Colwill interest. Harry Kane is set to stay at Spurs despite Bayern’s best efforts. Follow all the latest news, gossip and rumours below!
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Arsenal to announce Timber today
Arsenal will unveil the signing of Jurrien Timber today.
According to Football.London, a minor contract issue has held up the Dutchman’s £40m arrival being confirmed despite the deal being done last week.
Timber has even already conducted his first interview with the Arsenal media team and could be announced as the club’s second summer signing today.
Arteta issues Havert debut verdict
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he is still working out where best to play Kai Havertz this season.
The Gunners’ new £65million man was handed his debut on Thursday, coming on at half-time against Nurnberg with his team 1-0 up thanks to Bukayo Saka’s opening goal.
However, Havertz underwhelmed in his new surroundings and failed to have any impact of note from the wing. Speaking after the game, Arteta was asked about where he sees Havertz fitting into his side after a quiet first 45 minutes in red.
“We will see,” he replied. “We have to see how he adapts and get to know each other and build relationships.
“Football is about that and time will tell where he sees best.”
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Liverpool want Lavia to replace Henderson
Liverpool are ready to make Romeo Lavia their replacement for Jordan Henderson.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the Southampton youngster is on a list of candidates amid interest from Arsenal.
Southampton will demand at least £45m for the hugely in-demand player.
Chelsea prepare first Cherki bid
Chelsea are leading the race to sign Rayan Cherki.
Lyon want above £40m for the young winger, a fee which the Blues are yet to meet but have sounded out the club’s owner, John Textor, over his availability.
Chelsea want Cherki to replace Christian Pulisic but Lyon are desperate to keep hold of him despite financial troubles.
Spurs keen on Colwill
Tottenham have joined Levi Colwill‘s growing list of admirers despite Chelsea insisting the defender is not for sale.
Chelsea have offered the 20-year-old a new contract to secure his long-term future, but it remains unsigned as the homegrown youngster seeks assurances over his game time in west London.
Mauricio Pochettino is expected to hand Colwill a first-team role in the coming season despite competition from Benoit Badiashile, Thiago Silva, Wesley Fofana and Trevoh Chalobah in a back four.
Spurs have held talks with Wolfsburg for primary defensive target Micky Van de Ven but have Colwill on their shortlist.
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ICYMI: Henderson accepts £700k-a-week contract
Jordan Henderson has accepted Al Eittifaq’s offer and the Saudi club will now agree a fee with Liverpool.
The Reds captain has two years remaining on his current contract.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Liverpool will want more than £10million for the 33-year-old.
Arsenal make Rice promise
Arsenal have promised West Ham that the final paperwork to wrap up the signing of Declan Rice will be completed today.
The Telegraph report that Rice’s holiday has held up the deal but it will be officially announced before the squad fly out to the USA this weekend, along with Jurrien Timber’s move.
West Ham have been prevented from doing their own business while Rice’s deal dragged on.
Bayern Munich try to rescue Harry Kane deal
Bayern Munich chiefs have flown into London in a bid to save their ailing bid for Harry Kane.
The Tottenham striker was today reportedly ready to stay at Tottenham for the coming season despite the interest from Germany.
According to multiple reports, Bayern are set to hold face-to-face talks with Daniel Levy in the capital.
Opening offers have been rejected by the Tottenham chairman with a firm £100m price set on Kane’s future.
Besiktas make offer for Rob Holding
Arsenal are set to reject a bid worth just over £2m for Rob Holding.
The Athletic report on the interest from Besiktas, with the defender not a first-choice member of Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Holding sat out tonight’s friendly draw in Nurnberg with a minor injury.
Antony gives blessing to Andre Onana deal
Manchester United are on the verge of agreeing a deal for Andre Onana – which should be news to Antony’s ears.
The Brazilian winger has spoken highly of his old Ajax teammate after talks began between United and Inter Milan.
The Red Devils are set to pay £42m for Onana with an additional £5m in add-ons.
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