Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham and Manchester United are making big moves as the summer transfer window heats up. The Gunners have signed four new players already, with youngster Elijah Upson the latest arrival at the Emirates Stadium. More movement is on the horizon as there are encouraging noises regarding Bruno Guimaraes, while Christos Tzolis is finalising his switch from Club Brugge.
Chelsea complete record-breaking Rogers deal
Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. It is a record-breaking £117m deal, making Rogers the most expensive British player of all time, weeks after it was set when Elliot Anderson joined Manchester City for £116m. Rogers has signed a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea eye Stones and have Scott bid rejected
The Athletic reports that Chelsea have added John Stones to their centre-back shortlist this summer. The England international, 32, is a free agent after his contract at Manchester City expired, and he will choose his next destination now after the World Cup's conclusion. Chelsea have also seen a bid worth £60m rejected by Bournemouth for Alex Scott. The Blues submitted a shock offer for the midfielder, who could leave Dorset after turning down multiple offers of a new contract from the Cherries.
Man Utd target Sarr and get boost in Scott pursuit
Manchester United have been linked with a move for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr by Foot Mercato. The Senegal international hit 21 goals in all competitions for his club last term. United and other London clubs have been handed a major boost in the pursuit of Alex Scott as the midfielder has turned down a contract offer from Bournemouth.
Liverpool agree deal for Martinez
Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign Samuel Martinez. Elsewhere, Tottenham are set to raise cash to further fund a summer spending spree, Ayyoub Bouaddi has an agreement in place with Man City, and Paris Saint-Germain have pulled out of the race to sign the sought-after midfielder, according to L'Equipe.
Other transfer news
Former Chelsea centre-back Malang Sarr is set to join Saudi Arabian side SC Neom, Fabrizio Romano reports. Hull City are exploring the conditions of a deal for Norwich full-back Kellen Fisher, Sky Sports reports. Newcastle United have made enquiries over a summer move for AC Milan centre-back Fikayo Tomori, Corriere dello Sport claims. Andrew Crofts has joined Tottenham as a first-team coach from Brighton.
