Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes on a five-year contract, according to reports. The Brazil international is keen on joining the Gunners, who are also pursuing Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers. However, progress on Rogers is expected to come after the World Cup. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain are increasingly open to selling winger Bradley Barcola, who has been linked with both Arsenal and Liverpool, for a fee of £130 million.
Manchester United Transfer Activity
Manchester United have pulled the plug on their deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Red Devils had agreed a £35 million fee but raised concerns over the player's fitness. However, United later indicated that the deal may not be entirely off, suggesting Atalanta were trying to rush the process. United are now considering alternatives such as Manu Kone, Carlos Baleba, and Alex Scott, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea and Arsenal. Additionally, United are closing in on the signings of Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos and goalkeeper Karl Darlow, with both deals expected to be finalised imminently. Santos will cost £48 million plus £2 million in add-ons.
Chelsea and Tottenham Latest
Chelsea are still working on deals for Pep Chavarria and Maxence Lacroix. The Blues are also reportedly keen on a swoop for Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga. Tottenham remain interested in Savinho and Rafael Leao, and are reportedly leading the race to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, who spent last season on loan at Barcelona. Spurs are also monitoring Cody Gakpo's situation at Liverpool.
Liverpool and Other News
Liverpool are undeterred by PSG's asking price for Barcola and remain in the race. Jurgen Klopp revealed that Liverpool tried to sign Kylian Mbappe when he was 17, using a private jet and a slap-up meal to convince him. Meanwhile, Michael Edwards has resigned from his role as chief executive of football with Liverpool's owners Fenway Sports Group, leaving leadership issues for the club. Elsewhere, Rafa Benitez has not ruled out becoming Scotland's next head coach, stating he is open to international football. Crystal Palace have confirmed Pierre Sage's backroom staff, including Jamal Alioui, Damien Della Santa, and Sandy Guichard.
