The transfer window is almost open with the Club World Cup creating an emergency, short-term window — though clubs not involved in the new Fifa tournament are still pushing ahead with plans to strengthen this summer.
Manchester United have an awful lot of work to do in the window after a disastrous season, and Matheus Cunha appears to be the first one through the door, with Wolves set to bank more than £60m for the Brazilian forward. There could also be exits from Old Trafford, though, with captain Bruno Fernandes among those being linked with moves away.
Liverpool are ready to go from strength to strength after winning the Premier League title, with a new striker perhaps on the wish list as right-back Jeremie Frimpong nears a switch to help fill the void left by Trent Alexander-Arnold’s departure. A forward to monitor could be Hugo Ekitike, who is also a Chelsea target, with the Eintracht Frankfurt striker one of the hottest properties in European football.
Arsenal, meanwhile, look to be close to their first addition with Martin Zubimendi set for a medical.
You can sign up to DAZN to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:
Everton to rival Man City for Lyon sensation?
Everton could rival Man City for Lyon star Ryan Cherki, according to Caught Offside, with the report detailing how Jack Grealish could also emerge as a target.
David Moyes will be keen to bolster his squad ahead of the move into the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The Toffees could offer the 21-year-old Lyon star more gametime with Cherki potentially holding reservations over a move to the Etihad Stadium, with Pep Guardiola’s squad fiercely competitive.
Cherki scored 12 goals and made 19 more across 42 appearances in Ligue 1 and the Europa League last term.
Man City switch targets after calling off Florian Wirtz pursuit?
Manchester City have begun talks to sign Rayan Cherki as Pep Guardiola targets a new No. 10, reports Fabrizio Romano.
The 21-year-old Lyon star is top of the list of targets as Guardiola looks to reshape his squad.
Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White is another target, while a deal for Florian Wirtz is now off.
Bayern Munich land Tah from Leverkusen?
Jonathan Tah has joined Bayern Munich on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen after his contract expired.
The club’s statement read: “ FC Bayern has completed the signing of Jonathan Tah . The 29-year-old German international moves to Munich on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen and has been granted a contract until June 30, 2029. The central defender will wear the number 4 shirt for the German champions.”
Tah added: “I am very happy to be at Bayern. I want to take on responsibility and work hard every day to be successful as a team and win many trophies together.”
Bayern Munich land Tah from Leverkusen?
Jonathan Tah has joined Bayern Munich on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen after his contract expired.
The club’s statement read: “ FC Bayern has completed the signing of Jonathan Tah . The 29-year-old German international moves to Munich on a free transfer from Bayer Leverkusen and has been granted a contract until June 30, 2029. The central defender will wear the number 4 shirt for the German champions.”
Tah added: “I am very happy to be at Bayern. I want to take on responsibility and work hard every day to be successful as a team and win many trophies together.”
Caoimhin Kelleher: Where does he go next?
Liverpool want at least £20m for Caoimhin Kelleher, with the Irishman expected to leave Merseyside in search of regular first-team football.
Brentford are keen bring him in as a potential successor to Mark Flekken, who is nearing a move to Bayer Leverkusen.
However, the likes of Leeds United and West Ham have also been touted with a move for the Reds stopper, who is very much Premier League-proven after starring as Alisson’s deputy.
Could this prove one of the sagas of the summer?
Why Arsenal are desperate to sign Martin Zubimendi
Antonio Conte to commit future to Napoli?
In a predictable situation, Antonio Conte appears eager to leave Napoli, despite guiding them to Serie A glory.
The Italian has made a habit of walking out on his clubs at the top, but Napoli are now increasingly bullish about tempting the fiery tactician to stay in Naples.
Matteo Moretto reports that Napoli have offered Conte an improved contract, with President Aurelio De Laurentiis eager to retain his services for next season’s Champions League.
The move will see an “improved contract” for the former Chelsea and Tottenham coach, with Corriere dello Sport adding a “transfer promise” could also make the difference, with Kevin De Bruyne and Jonathan David key targets in midfield and attack.
Arsenal close in on Martin Zubimendi
Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.
The Gunners have made the 26-year-old their primary target in the summer transfer window and are reported to have met the Spain international’s £51m release clause.
A medical is said to be booked for the coming days.
Boss Mikel Arteta will hope Zubimendi’s reported arrival will kickstart a strong summer of recruitment in a bid to make the next step with his Arsenal side.
Arteta is facing questions after three successive seasons of finishing second in the Premier League, with the most recent campaign seen as a regression after failing to capitalise on Manchester City’s drop-off.
The Gunners are also thought to be in the market for a striker, having seen Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz suffer serious injuries in the second half of last season.
Arsenal linked with Leroy Sane
Bayern Munich’s Leroy Sane is out of contract at Bayern Munich, and could well be on his way back to the Premier League. The German has already been linked with Tottenham and The Times now report that Arsenal are also showing interest.
Newcastle eye Premier League pair to bolster squad
Could Newcastle raid a couple of Premier League rivals to bolster their squad? The Telegraph mention interest in both Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi and Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo.
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