Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Arsenal close in on bargain €30m deal for Spain Euro 2024 star Mikel Merino
Posted Thursday, August 01, 2024 by Goal.com
Al-Ittihad out of De Bruyne race
Former Saudi Pro League champions Al-Ittihad are no longer interested in signing Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne, according to journalist Rudy Galetti. The Saudi Arabian side reportedly consider the Cityzens' asking price for the player too high considering he has only a year left in his existing contract.
Arsenal close to signing Merino from Real Sociedad
Per Relevo, Mikel Arteta is closing in on his next summer signing, with Real Sociedad and Spain international midfielder Mikel Merino set to join the north London outfit. Arsenal have agreed a fee of €30 million (£25m/$32m) plus add-ons for the 28-year-old and the announcement will be made imminently.
Steve McClaren joins Jamaican national team as manager
Please help us welcome the New Coach of the Jamaica Senior Men’s National Team Mr. Stephen McClaren 🇯🇲 pic.twitter.com/UoOeeGWXVw
— Official J.F.F (@jff_football) July 31, 2024
Man City outcast set to join Dortmund
Per The Athletic, English champions Manchester City have agreed to let out-of-favour full-back Yan Couto leave on an initial loan move to Borussia Dortmund with an obligation to buy him for a fee of €30m (£25.3m/$32.6m) next summer.
West Ham in talks to sign Dortmund's Fullkrug
Premier League side West Ham United have initiated talks with Borussia Dortmund over a possible transfer of Germany international striker Niklas Fullkrug this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Hammers are keen on adding the forward to their squad ahead of the 2024/25 season as Jhon Duran's transfer from Aston Villa is on standby at the moment.
Barcelona ready to match Olmo's asking price
Per Sport, Barcelona are determined to land Dani Olmo from RB Leipzig this summer after seemingly missing out on signing Nico Williams from Athletic Club.
Blaugrana sporting director Deco has already submitted a second bid worth €50m (£42m) fixed + €15m (£12m) after their initial offer was deemed 'insulting' by the German club.
Kimmich decides on his future amid PSG interest
Per Le Parisien, Paris Saint-Germain have been dealt with a major blow in their transfer pursuit of Joshua Kimmich as the German might not leave Bayern Munich this summer. While PSG are close to signing Benfica midfielder Joao Neves, they are still looking for an experienced player at the centre of the park.
Chelsea eyeing move for another goalkeeper
After signing Filip Jorgensen from Villarreal, Chelsea are now eyeing a move for Genk's goalkeeper Mike Penders, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri. The Premier League giants are reportedly offering a transfer fee of €20m (£16m) and a percentage of future resale to the Belgian side.
Gomez's future at Anfield remains uncertain
Joe Gomez's future at Liverpool is unclear after the revelation that a £45 million ($58m) move to Newcastle United recently broke down, per the Daily Mail.
The England international looked set to join Newcastle in a £45m deal, with Gordon heading the other way for £75m ($96m), however, the Magpies have now pulled the plug on the Gomez-Gordon exchange as they were able to meet PSR regulations without offloading their star winger.
West Ham close to signing Summerville from Leeds
Per Fabrizio Romano, West Ham are all set to sign Crysencio Summerville from Leeds United in the ongoing window. The Hammers have agreed personal terms with the player and are now negotiating a deal with the Whites.
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