Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Lionel Messi to Inter Miami confirmed as Barcelona miss out

United get Harry Kane boost

Harry Kane Real Madrid

Manchester United will reportedly have a 'free run' at signing Harry Kane this summer, with Real Madrid set to back off the Tottenham striker.

It was thought Karim Benzema's exit would fuel Madrid interest in Kane, but Los Blancos now ended their interest, according to AS as they're unwilling to meet Spurs' valuation. That could well be a boost for United.

Declan Rice addresses future

He confirmed interest in him, speaking after West Ham's success in the Europa League final.

Will Declan Rice be at West Ham next season? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/KciIZ5YatR

— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) June 7, 2023

Barcelona statement on Messi

Our last Messi post on this blog (for now)... what a strange statement from Barcelona. Very odd for a club to speak on the record about a player they didn't sign.

🚨 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟: Barcelona's statement on Leo Messi joining Inter Miami.

(Source: @FCBarcelona) pic.twitter.com/HsWdmawRx7

— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) June 7, 2023

Inter Miami make Messi announcement

It's official.

pic.twitter.com/pgu2mE7zlY

— Inter Miami CF (@InterMiamiCF) June 7, 2023

Shock horror – Bayern Munich signing a player from Borussia Dortmund.

🚨 EXCL: Bayern are set to sign Raphaël Guerrero on free transfer, here we go!

Verbal agreement reached on three year contract — valid until June 2026.

Personal terms agreed have been agreed.

Medical and signature will take place next week. pic.twitter.com/7P2ngOgrl5

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 7, 2023

Man United 'close' to first summer deal

Axel Disasi Monaco

Manchester United are closing in on a surprise transfer for Monaco defender Axel Disasi, according to reports.

L'equipe claim that United have 'no issue' with the French club's asking price of around €40m (£34.5m) and that a deal is now 'close' – although formal negotiations are yet to begin.

Inter and AC Milan in Balogun race

Inter and AC Milan are reportedly leading the race to sign wantaway Arsenal forward Folarin Balogun this summer after his stellar loan spell in France.

The 21-year-old appears keen to seek a new permanent club after netting 22 goals on loan at Reims, with Roma also mentioned in a Daily Mail report on Balogun's future. The striker recent switched international allegiance from England to the USA.

Man United exodus this summer?

Reports from the Mirror (and elsewhere) suggest Manchester United could offload a number of players this summer – with as many as eight departing.

Anthony Martial, Fred, Scott McTominay, Dean Henderson, Alex Telles, Eric Bailly, Brandon Williams and Harry Maguire are all named among those who could be sold as Erik ten Hag gets ruthless with his squad.

Chelsea ward off Madrid over Havertz

Kai Havertz Chelsea 2020-21 UCL final

Real Madrid have reportedly backed away from a potential deal for Kai Havertz – after being put off by Chelsea's asking price.

It was previously thought that Havertz was open to an exit, but 90min claim Chelsea have demanded in excess of £70m for the ex Bayer Leverkusen forward. It appears Los Blancos will explore other avenues in the hunt to replace departed frontman Karim Benzema.

Dortmund confirm €103m Bellingham to Madrid move

Jude Bellingham BVB

Borussia Dortmund have announced on their official website that they have provisionally agreed a deal with Real Madrid over the sale of Jude Bellingham.

It's a matter of formalities and then unveiling now; a €103m fee (£88.5m/$110m) has been agreed up front, plus add-ons, with contractual details still to be agreed.