Welcome to the Mirror's transfer news live blog for Thursday, June 18. The World Cup is underway, but Premier League clubs continue to work behind the scenes to prepare for the upcoming season.
Arsenal Ready Bid for Bradley Barcola
Champions Arsenal are preparing a bid for Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola, according to The Independent. Mikel Arteta's side faces competition from Liverpool for the French international, who scored in Les Bleus' 3-1 win over Senegal in their group opener. However, the Gunners have made the first move.
Liverpool Close to First Signing
Andoni Iraola appears to be closing in on his first signing as Liverpool boss. In a surprising turn, the Reds have repeated history by hijacking a move from Newcastle United. Late Wednesday night, reports indicated Liverpool swooped in on the Magpies' pursuit of Victor Munoz from Osasuna. Now, reports suggest Liverpool is on the verge of completing the signing of the 22-year-old Spanish winger. Speculation also hints that work is ongoing to land highly-rated winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.
Manchester United Latest
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford saw his buy-out clause for a move to Barcelona expire this week after his loan spell at the World Cup. The 28-year-old showed no signs of distraction as he came on to seal England's 4-2 win over Croatia in Dallas. It is a big summer for the Three Lions forward, and while uncertainty remains over his future, reports suggest he could be reintegrated into the Red Devils fold under new head coach Michael Carrick. A firing Rashford could be a huge asset at Old Trafford. Additionally, Manchester United continues to work behind the scenes to land Mateus Fernandes from West Ham.
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