Arsenal have agreed a £33.8 million deal to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge as a replacement for Leandro Trossard, who left for Besiktas. The Gunners are also preparing a bid for Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, with club-to-club negotiations expected to accelerate after the World Cup, according to Ben Jacobs.
Manchester United and Chelsea Battle for Manu Kone
Manchester United have already secured midfielders Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans but want to continue their overhaul by signing Manu Kone from Roma. Chelsea have also made contact with Roma over the Frenchman, who impressed throughout the World Cup. Roma's interest in Alejandro Garnacho could help negotiations progress, per Italian press reports.
Liverpool Hold Fresh Talks for Bradley Barcola
Liverpool remain interested in Bradley Barcola after Paris Saint-Germain decided to sell. The Reds have held fresh talks over the winger, who could provide additional attacking options for the upcoming season.
Chelsea's Transfer Activity
Chelsea are lining up a third bid for Pep Chavarria and remain interested in Maxence Lacroix. Meanwhile, goalkeeper Gabriel 'Gaga' Slonina has been pictured training with Strasbourg as his future remains uncertain. The 22-year-old is yet to make a first-team appearance for Chelsea in four years. Xabi Alonso has told five Chelsea players they are free to leave this summer, including Filip Jorgensen, Axel Disasi, Alejandro Garnacho, Benoit Badiashile, and Liam Delap.
Tottenham's Plans
Tottenham are plotting a bid for Eli Junior Kroupi and are interested in Neco Williams. However, Cristian Romero and Djed Spence could be on their way out. Nottingham Forest are preparing a £45 million bid for Spurs midfielder Lucas Bergvall, who is pushing for an exit after Spurs rejected a £38 million offer.
Other News
Arsenal are showing strong interest in Cardiff City's 16-year-old Axel Donczew, the club's youngest-ever first-team player. Manchester City like Malo Gusto but consider his £75 million asking price too high.
