Transfer news and rumours LIVE: West Ham set to fight Arsenal for Chukwueze

Brighton optimistic of extending Mitoma

As per Football Insider, Brighton are sure they will extend winger Kaoru Mitoma's contract with them amidst interest from other clubs.

Mitoma has shone for Brighton in his debut season and has attracted interest from the likes of Arsenal, states the report, however, the Seagulls are prioritising his extension to ward off any interested parties.

Xavi not considering selling Raphinha

According to Javi Miguel Club, Barcelona manager Xavi does not want to sell winger Raphinha during the next transfer window.

The report states that Xavi will only sell the Brazilian winger if a very large offer in the range of €90m arrives for him, as alternatives in the market are expensive.

Evan Ferguson extends till 2028 with Brighton

Ferguson 28. ✍️ pic.twitter.com/aqYl3M0Qrt

— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) April 25, 2023

Ivan Fresneda praises Arteta amidst Arsenal links

Iván Fresneda on Arsenal interest: “I like Arteta a lot because I think he’s a great coach”, he told @TheAthleticFC. 🔴🇪🇸 #AFC

“I follow the European leagues, I think the work Arteta is doing with his club is fantastic”. pic.twitter.com/f1wnGWFl5A

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 25, 2023

Barca keen to sign Uruguayan midfielder Diaz

FC Barcelona have already reached an agreement to sign Fabricio Diaz from Liverpool Montevideo, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Diaz was one of the best players in the South American U20 championships earlier this year and led Uruguay to a runners-up spot in the tournament. It is believed that the Blaugrana have settled for €8 million ($8.8 million) for the player.

However, the transfer is not yet close as Barcelona are struggling to comply with the FFP regulations of La Liga.

West Ham set to fight Arsenal for Chukwueze

West Ham are ready to battle it out with Arsenal for Villarreal forward Samuel Chukwueze, according to Caught Offside.

It is believed that the Nigeria international is likely to cost around £36m. Real Madrid are also keeping an eye on the forward after he dazzled at the Bernabeu with a brace on April 9.