Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Man Utd agree deal to sign wonderkid striker Chido Obi-Martin following Arsenal exit

Posted Wednesday, July 31, 2024 by Goal.com

West Ham eyeing move for Lens' Wahi

Premier League side West Ham United are reportedly eyeing a move for RC Lens forward Elye Wahi in the ongoing transfer window, according to L’Equipe.

Lens are expected to demand a transfer fee in the region of £25m for the 21-year-old striker who is also wanted by Chelsea and Leicester City.

Obi-Martin set to join Man Utd from Arsenal

Per Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal wonderkid Chido Obi-Martin has agreed to join Manchester United this summer. The youngster reportedly turned down better offers from Germany to join the Red Devils.

Fulham submit new bid to sign McTominay

Fulham are set to submit an improved bid to Manchester United for Scott McTominay after seeing an initial offer rebuffed, according to Sky Sports.

United are willing to offload a host of players this summer, including McTominay, as part of a summer shake-up following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe as a minority owner.

Liverpool target Rabiot keen on joining Man Utd

Per TEAMtalk, Liverpool and Chelsea target Adrien Rabiot has reportedly expressed his desire to join Manchester United this summer as a free agent provided his wage demands are met.

The French midfielder will reportedly ask to be paid in the region of £10.5m per year, an amount that Casemiro currently earns at Old Trafford.

Real Madrid close to signing Argentine wonderkid

Per AS, La Liga giants Real Madrid are being considered the favourites to land 16-year-old River Plate attacking midfielder Franco Mastantuono as they look to use the 'Endrick formula'.

O'Brien officially signs for Everton

Republic of Ireland defender Jake O'Brien has officially joined Premier League side Everton from Ligue 1 giants Lyon. The official statement from Everton read, "Everton have signed centre-back Jake O’Brien from Olympique Lyonnais for an undisclosed fee, the Republic of Ireland international agreeing a four-year contract until the end of June 2028."

Atletico in talks to sign Chelsea's Gallagher

Per Fabrizio Romano, La Liga giants Atletico Madrid are in talks with Chelsea over a potential move for Conor Gallagher, with the Blues having named their asking price. The English midfielder appears to be moving closer to a move to Atletico as Diego Simeone's side are now in "direct talks" with the Premier League club.

Leipzig insist on €60 million for Olmo

RB Leipzig have set a firm asking price of €60 million for forward Dani Olmo, following the rejection of Barcelona’s initial bid. According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona's first proposal included €40 million spread over four payments, with an additional €20 million in potential add-ons.

Despite the offer, Leipzig have made it clear that they require the full €60 million as a fixed up-front fee. This figure corresponds to Olmo’s release clause, which expired on July 20. Leipzig's decision comes after discussions with Olmo's agents this week, reaffirming their stance on the transfer fee.

Real Sociedad 'aware' Arsenal target Merino 'has offers on the table'

Real Sociedad president is "aware" that Arsenal transfer target Mikel Merino "has offers on the table" and could potentially leave this summer.

"If he tells us that he likes any of the offers he has on the table, we will see. We are not negotiating with any club now. We are aware that Merino has offers, and we know them," Real Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay said.

Atletico Madrid and Chelsea continue negotiations for Gallagher

Atletico Madrid are actively engaged in discussions with Chelsea over the potential transfer of midfielder Conor Gallagher, according to Sky Sports. Despite the ongoing negotiations, a significant disparity in the player's valuation persists. Chelsea have set a price tag of £40 million, which Atletico are keen to reduce through further talks.

The discussions between the two clubs are progressing, but the situation is complicated by interest from Tottenham Hotspur. Spurs have maintained a long-standing interest in Gallagher, having attempted to sign him during the previous summer transfer window. They are now expected to re-enter the fray with a fresh offer.

Navas set to sign for Monza

AC Monza is close to securing the signature of experienced goalkeeper Keylor Navas, according to Sky Italia.

The Serie A club is expected to finalize the deal with the Costa Rican international, who will undergo a medical examination in Italy in the coming days to complete his move.

Navas, 37, recently became a free agent after his departure from Paris Saint-Germain at the end of last month. During his time at PSG, Navas served as a backup to Gianluigi Donnarumma and had limited opportunities, making only six appearances across all competitions in the previous season.

Revealed: Why Man Utd have still not signed De Ligt

Manchester United have not yet signed Matthijs de Ligt as a reported delay is holding up Bayern Munich from landing Bayer Leverkusen's Jonathan Tah.

Furious Arsenal fans compare Obi-Martin to RVP as he confirms exit

Arsenal fans compared Chido Obi-Martin to Robin van Persie as the 16-year-old confirmed his exit after transfer talks with Manchester United.