Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Italy left-back Riccardo Calafiori flies to London to undergo Arsenal medical

Posted Sunday, July 28, 2024 by Goal.com

Athletic Club ready to offer new deal to Nico Williams

Per Fabrizio Romano, Athletic Club are reportedly preparing a new deal for their star attacker Nico Williams amid interest from several top European clubs.

Barcelona remain interested in Spain international and are expected to submit a formal offer soon. Paris Saint-Germain and a few Premier League clubs are also keen on signing the youngster.

Arsenal eyeing move for Argentine midfielder

Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Boca Juniors midfield star Ezequiel Fernandez in the ongoing summer transfer window, according to Bolavip. Boca are expected to demand a transfer fee in the region of £13 million.

Howe wants Trippier to stay back at Newcastle

Per The Times, Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has reportedly held talks with Kieran Trippier and has tried to convince the veteran defender to stay back at St. James' Park amid interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq which is managed by Steven Gerrard.

De Ligt's agent in talks with Man Utd over a possible transfer

Per Florian Plettenberg, Agent Rafaela Pimenta is in talks with Manchester United over the possible transfers of Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui to Old Trafford this summer.

Both players are reportedly keen on joining the Red Devils and are negotiating with all parties at the moment. Bayern Munich need sales at the moment and could consider parting ways with the players.

Jorgensen close to joining Chelsea from Villarreal

Chelsea have agreed a deal with Villarreal to sign goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, who will compete for the No.1 spot at Stamford Bridge this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Blues have agreed to pay €24.5m (£20m) for the Danish goalkeeper and have already agreed personal terms with the player.

Everton agree deal to sign Lyon centre-back O'Brien

Everton have agreed to sign Lyon centre-back Jake O'Brien amid rumours of Jarrad Branthwaite leaving for Manchester United, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Toffees plan to schedule a medical for the player on Sunday should personal terms be agreed. The club are planning to offer him a five-year deal.

Liverpool remain interested in signing Newcastle's Gordon

Liverpool continue to remain interested in signing England international winger Anthony Gordon despite Newcastle United's reluctance to part with their prized asset. Per journalist Kelvin Palmer, the Reds are aware that acquiring Gordon would require a substantial financial outlay.

PSG not giving up on Williams deal

Paris Saint-Germain have not been deterred in their pursuit of Nico Williams, despite trailing Barcelona in the race to sign the winger.

Arsenal remain calm with Arteta's contract situation

The Arsenal hierarchy remains calm about Mikel Arteta's contract situation, despite his current deal expiring in just one year. Both the club and Arteta are confident that an agreement will be reached, and it appears to be a matter of timing to finalize the details. However, there is a potential for concern if negotiations extend for too long.

Dobvyk will not be joining Atletico

Artem Dovbyk's anticipated transfer from Girona to Atletico Madrid has fallen through, as confirmed by his agent, Oleksiy Lundovskyi. Despite being last season's top scorer in La Liga, Dovbyk will not be joining Diego Simeone's squad due to unresolved financial terms.

Lundovskyi explained that Atletico Madrid's offer did not meet the financial expectations set by other interested clubs. "Atletico Madrid is a big club, but we haven’t seen a serious project for Artem here," Lundovskyi told UkrFootball.

"Their financial offer is significantly lower than offers from other clubs interested in La Liga’s top scorer."

Calafiori is Arsenal-bound! Italian boards plane to London

Italian defender Riccado Calafiori has boarded a plane set for London as he travels to England to complete his medical before signing for Arsenal.

Guardiola makes heartfelt plea to keep Ederson at City

Pep Guardiola is desperate for goalkeeper Ederson to remain at Manchester City as Saudi clubs seek his signature.

Mass Chelsea exodus could see 12 players depart this summer

Chelsea could allow as many as 12 players to leave this summer as they seek to reduce their wage bill and trim their squad, according to a report.

'Good to refresh' - Guardiola raises questions over Man City stay

Pep Guardiola is keeping his cards close to his chest regarding his future at Manchester City as his cryptic responses raise more questions.

Antoine Griezmann likely to head to LAFC

Antoine Griezmann appears to be on his way to the United States as the French forward is holding talks with MLS side Los Angeles FC.

The California club have made progress in their recent talks with the 33-year-old, according to L'Equipe. Griezmann is available at a paltry €10 million (£8m/$11m) this summer due to a clause in his contract with Atletico Madrid, where he has one year left to run on his deal amid reports the club will not offer him an extension.