Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea offered Kudus, Barcelona battle for Diaz, Modric set for AC Milan MEDICAL, Wirtz latest
THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are finally here - with some huge deals already in the pipeline.
Manchester City have agreed a sensational deal with Wolves for Rayan Ait-Nouri.
Elsewhere, Liverpool are preparing to pay the full £126m asking price to capture Florian Wirtz as soon as possible.
And it has been reported that the Reds have told Barcelona that Luiz Diaz is not for sale, but Al-Nassr are prepared to bid around £71m to test Liverpool's resolve.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid legend Luka Modric is set to undergo a medical at AC Milan.
In other news, Chelsea have been offered the chance to sign Mohammed Kudus.
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Not for keeps
Manchester United were linked with Paris Saint-Germain star Gianluigi Donnarumma, but those rumours were shut down.
Donnarumma's agent has confirmed talks over a new contract with PSG.
United were suggested to be keeping an eye on the goalkeeper's situation, with his current deal expiring next summer.
However, the Italy international's agent Enzo Raiola told Calciomercato that such claims are "pure fantasy".
Luka Modric medical
Luka Modric is set for a medical with AC Milan by next week.
Modric left Real Madrid after 13 incredible years earlier this week.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the midfielder is set for a medical after Croatia's World Cup qualifiers against Gibraltar and the Czech Republic.
The 39-year-old still wants to play at top level despite his advanced age.
Kudus swap deal
Chelsea have offered Robert Sanchez and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in part-exchange for West Ham star Mohammed Kudus.
According to , the Hammers have turned down an approach by the Blues for Kudus this summer.
While the fee offered is unclear, the West Londoners were willing to include first-team stars Sanchez and Dewsbury-Hall in a bid to sweeten the deal.
The 24-year-old has also attracted interest from Saudi Arabia, but he wants to stay in England.
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Manor Solomon return Exclusive
Manor Solomon is set to be given a second chance at Tottenham.
The Israeli winger, 25, has become a forgotten man in N17 after spending the season on loan at Leeds.
But he proved to be a huge hit at Elland Road, netting ten goals in 41 appearances as he helped the Whites to promotion back to the Premier League.
Leeds are keen to sign him permanently, while there are believed to be other suitors in the Premier League interested in Solomon’s services.
But SunSport understands the North Londoners are minded to bring him back into the first-team fold over pre-season with the ambition of keeping him next season.
That is despite all the uncertainty around the managerial position at Tottenham.
Florian Wirtz latest
Liverpool are preparing to pay the full £126million asking price to capture Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz as soon as possible.
Wirtz is understood to have agreed a five–year deal even though the Reds and Leverkusen have yet to agree a final fee.
But the Merseysiders' manager Arne Slot wants to avoid a drawn–out saga.
Liverpool first offered £110m then went back with an improved offer.
Now chief executive Michael Edwards has been given permission by owners Fenway Sports Group to go all–in.
There is growing optimism that the 22-year-old will put pen to paper after the end of the international break on Sunday.
Liverpool REJECT Diaz bid
Liverpool have rejected an approach from Barcelona for Luis Daiz.
According to The Athletic, the Reds are adamant Diaz is not for sale.
Barca made contact with the Merseysiders on Wednesday but their bid was unsuccessful.
The Blaugrana prioritised with Liverpool star over Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford.
Crystal clear
Nathaniel Clyne and Remi Matthews have both penned new deals with FA Cup winners' Crystal Palace.
Clyne, 34, has been with the club since 2020 and had looked to depart after just 13 league appearances last term.
Chairman Steve Parish said: "We are pleased to be retaining Nathaniel and Remi’s services next season.
"They are two highly dependable members of the squad who set a high standard in their hard work, leadership and professionalism, and they will continue to play an important role at the club."
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Morgan Rogers has emerged as a summer transfer target for Arsenal.
The Gunners are desperate to add more firepower after mustering 69 Premier League goals last season - 22 less than a year earlier.
Rogers made 19 goal contributions across 37 Prem games for Villa last season.
But according to The Times, he won't come cheap and would command a "significant fee".
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Luka Modric is reportedly set for a medical with AC Milan next week.
The Croatian legend, 39, left Real Madrid after 13 years earlier this week.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romana claims Modric is set for a medical after Croatia's games against Gibraltar and the Czech Republic.
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Hammer time
West Ham have rejected a player-plus-cash deal from Chelsea for Mohammed Kudus.
The attacking midfielder joined the Hammers in 2023 from Ajax for £38million and has already rejected a move to Saudi Arabia this summer.
talkSPORT claims Chelsea are willing to offer the likes of Robert Sanchez and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in exchange for the Ghana international.
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Tijjani Reijnders is set to undergo a medical with Manchester City on Sunday.
Pep Guardiola's men are wasting no time in getting business done just one week into the window.
Fabrizio Romano claims the transfer fee could go up to as high as £59million if "difficult add-ons" are met.
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Wolves' Rayan Ait-Nouri is reportedly poised for a medical at Manchester City.
But the full-back is currently on international duty with Algeria - and was keen to swerve questions on his future.
He said earlier today: "For now I am concentrating on the Algerian national team, the important thing is the two next matches, we will see how it goes.
"Honestly, I do not know at all, we will see, the most important thing is the two matches which we played with the national team.
"I am concentrating on that, we will see."
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Arsenal are reportedly in talks to sign Konstantinos Karetsas.
The Genk midfielder, 17, is one of Greece's most exciting young prospects.
According to reports in Greece, the Gunners have opened up negotiations on a £38m transfer.
Credit: Reuters BREAKING - Ait-Nouri to City
Manchester City have reportedly agreed a £33million fee with Wolves for Rayan Ait-Nouri.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano claims a medical will take place on Saturday.
Ait-Nouri had 11 goal contributions across 37 Premier League matches last season.
Credit: Getty How Delap can reinvigorate Plamer
Chelsea are ready to rock and roll thanks to Liam and Cole.
Blues ‘brothers’ Liam Delap and Cole Palmer were made in Manchester, at City’s academy, but have been reunited at Stamford Bridge.
Prem confirm ticket cap
Premier League away ticket prices will continue to be capped at £30.
The rule was introduced in 2016 and has resulted in away attendances increasing to 91 per cent of capacity.
Prem clubs have unanimously voted for the cap to stay in place.
That means next season will be the tenth year away fans will pay £30 or less to watch their teams on the road.
Delap Chelsea number revealed
New Chelsea signing Liam Delap will wear the No9 shirt in his first season for the Blues.
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Chelsea have announced that Cole Palmer will take the No10 shirt from the upcoming season.
He takes the number from Mykhailo Mudryk.
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Liverpool have rejected an approach from Barcelona for Luis Daiz, according to The Athletic.
The La Liga side made contact with the Reds yesterday, but Liverpool insisted that he is not for sale.
Credit: AP Gunners confirm Tavares departure
Arsenal have confirmed that Nuno Tavares has joined Lazio in a permanent transfer.
Having joined the Gunners in 2021, Tavares made 28 first team appearances.
He spent last season on loan at Lazio and will now join on a permanent basis.
A statement from Arsenal read: "Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Nuno for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future."
Credit: Getty How Chelsea wooed Liam Delap
Liam Delap didn't wait long to complete his move to Chelsea - thanks to the influence of some old colleagues.
Not for keeps
Rumours linking United with a surprise move for Gianluigi Donnarumma have been shut down.
The goalkeeper’s agent has confirmed talks over a new contract with PSG.
Ruben Amorim’s side were suggested to be keeping an eye on Donnarumma’s situation, with his current deal expiring next summer.
However, the player's agent, Enzo Raiola, told Calciomercato that such claims are "pure fantasy."
Credit: Alamy Newcastle confirm first signing
Newcastle have confirmed the signing of Spanish wonderkid Antonio Cordero.
United's Mbeumo bid
Man Utd have launched their opening bid for Bryan Mbeumo - but it is under Brentford's asking price, reports say.
Ruben Amorim - who led United to a club-worst 15th place Premier League finish last season - is looking to bolster his attack.
Already, Matheus Cunha will arrive from Wolves for £62.5million after the Red Devils reluctantly met his release clause.
And now Brentford's versatile forward Mbeumo - capable of playing out wide or through the middle - is their next target.
According to The Athletic, United submitted an opening offer of £45million plus £10m in add-ons.
But that is said to be below Brentford's asking price - with negotiations ongoing to strike an agreement.
Mbeumo has a year left on his contract at the Gtech Community Stadium — plus an option to extend by 12 months.
But he is pushing for a move to Old Trafford despite interest from the likes of Newcastle, Arsenal and Tottenham.
Although the French-born Cameroon international is believed to be demanding wages of £250,000-per-week.
That is FIVE TIMES the weekly £50,000 salary he currently earns.
Credit: Getty Brailsford 'steps back' from Man Utd role
Sir Dave Brailsford is set to step back in his role at Manchester United.
The move comes as part of a major reshuffle being planned by Ineos head honcho Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
According to The Times, Brailsford will be reducing his commitment to United and returning to his role as director of sport for Ineos.
Brailsford, famed for his so-called "marginal gains" ideology brought from cycling, stood down as team principal of Ineos Grenadiers when Ratcliffe purchased his minority stake in the Red Devils.
He then took charge of football operations at Old Trafford and has been in that role for a year trying to implement change at the club.
However, the season has been a disaster after United finished a record-low 15th in the Premier League.
