Arsenal Close in on Barcola and Rogers
Arsenal are reportedly set to approve a move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, while their pursuit of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers could be concluded at a fee significantly lower than the originally suggested £100 million. The Gunners are also linked with Brentford striker Igor Thiago, who has impressed in west London and is considered one of Mikel Arteta's top attacking targets.
Tottenham's Tonali Bid Rejected
Newcastle United have turned down Tottenham's £75 million offer for midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to Gianluca Di Marzio. Spurs had opened talks with the Magpies in an attempt to beat Manchester City to the Italian, but Newcastle are holding out for at least £85 million. Sky Sports reports that Roberto De Zerbi has made Tonali a top priority signing, but the player has three years left on his current deal.
Manchester United Prepare £130m West Ham Raid
Manchester United are preparing a £130 million raid on West Ham United, targeting multiple players to strengthen their squad. The Red Devils are also set to finalise a deal for Ederson, while they face competition from Tottenham for both Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali as they look to bolster their midfield options.
Chelsea Weigh Up Wirtz Move and Left-Back Search
Chelsea are considering a move for Liverpool midfielder Florian Wirtz, who struggled in his first season at Anfield following his £100 million-plus transfer. A reunion with Xabi Alonso at Stamford Bridge could be on the cards, but the deal depends on Enzo Fernandez leaving for Real Madrid, with the Argentine yet to receive an official approach. Chelsea's priority remains a left-back after selling Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid, with links to Lewis Hall and Andrea Cambiaso.
Liverpool's Diomande Bid Rejected
RB Leipzig have rejected Liverpool's bid for Ivory Coast star Yan Diomande, as the Reds signal their intent to spend upwards of £85 million on the midfielder. Diomande, who plays for Trabzonspor, has caught the eye of several European clubs and could be available for as little as £34.6 million, according to ESPN's Julien Laurens.
Other Transfer News
Barcelona have shortlisted Benjamin Sesko as an option to replace Robert Lewandowski, who left at the end of the 2025/26 season. The Blaugrana are also keen on Julian Alvarez but may turn to Sesko if Atletico Madrid refuse to negotiate. Casemiro has completed his move to Inter Miami on a free transfer after leaving Manchester United. Luka Vuskovic is prepared to submit a transfer request to force a Tottenham exit after Brighton submitted a £45 million bid for the defender, according to Standard Sport.
