Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal prepare huge bid for Guimaraes, Man Utd close in on new midfielder
Arsenal are also chasing a new centre half after William Saliba was ruled out for an ‘extended period’
Arsenal are preparing a huge bid for Bruno Guimaraes as the Premier League champions chase more reinforcements in a busy summer at the club. Guimaraes is a long-time target, and is said to be keen on a move to London – though Newcastle United have already let Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali go this summer.
Mikel Arteta’s side are also set to sign a centre-back this summer after it was confirmed that Premier League title winner William Saliba has been ruled out for an “extended period” with a back injury. The Gunners could turn to Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa or former Manchester City centre-back John Stones, who is available as a free agent, while they have announced the signing of 24-year-old forward Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge.
Manchester United are still interested in adding another midfielder after signing Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans and have “reached an agreement in principle” with France international Manu Kone, according to reports in Italy. Aurelien Tchouameni remains a target, too. Alejandro Garnacho has joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea, after their record signing of Morgan Rogers.
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has set out his targets for the transfer window and has confirmed the Reds “definitely need to sign a winger”. Liverpool have now reportedly turned their attention towards Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, who is also wanted by Paris Saint-Germain, while PSG’s Bradley Barcola is also still a target.
Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and reports with our live blog below:
Chelsea reunion under Maresca?
Enzo Maresca is reportedly keen on signing Enzo Fernandez and Malo Gusto from former club Chelsea as he looks to shape his new Manchester City side.
CaughtOffside report that price could be an issue, though a move for Fernandez may materialise if City end up selling Rodri to Real Madrid.
The Daily Mail also claim that Pedro Neto is on Maresca’s radar.

Liverpool youngster moves to Helsinki on loan
Liverpool and England U20 defender Amara Nallo has completed a loan move to HJK Helsinki for next season.
For the Finnish unaware of his unwanted but undeniably standout statistic, Nallo has been sent off two times for Liverpool in just three senior appearances.
Man Utd's midfield overhaul far from over
Roma’s Manu Kone and Brighton’s Carlos Baleba are two options who are being strongly considered by Manchester United according to Sky Sports.
United have held a long-term interest in Baleba and are keen to add another midfielder to their ranks after Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos joined the club.
The Daily Mail also claim Bournemouth’s Tyler Adams is an option at £35m, while The Sun say Real Madrid are open to selling Aurelien Tchouameni to the club.
Chelsea lead race for World Cup star
Chelsea are leading the race to sign Bosnia and Herzegovina’s teenage £30m-rated World Cup star Kerim Alajbegovic from Bayer Leverkusen, according to The Telegraph.
It comes as they close in on a move for Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace - though according to the same report, that deal could include Axel Disasi going the other way on loan.
And according to The Athletic, the Blues have also agreed a deal to sign 15-year-old American winger Benji Flowers from Major League Soccer side FC Dallas when he turns 18.
Hull advancing in talks over Burnley's Florentino
Hull City are reportedly in advanced discussions with Burnley regarding a move for midfielder Florentino, per Sky Sports.
The proposed deal for the Portuguese player is understood to be an initial loan agreement.
Florentino originally joined Burnley from Benfica last summer on a temporary basis, with his transfer becoming permanent after an obligation-to-buy clause was activated.
After Hull owner Acun Ilicali lifted the lid on their transfer targets in a cryptic X post, I think we can figure out who the Portuguese flag represents...
Arsenal's Fabio Vieira keen for permanent return to Hamburg
Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira is keen to return to Hamburg permanently after spending last season on loan at the Bundesliga club, per Sky Sports.
The Gunners remain in contact with Hamburg over a deal. The Portuguese has joined up with his parent club for pre-season.
Como pushing for Trevoh Chalobah
Italian club Como are reportedly set to hold further talks with Chelsea on Saturday regarding a potential move for defender Trevoh Chalobah, according to Sky in Italy.
The London club has already rebuffed two offers for the player, valuing him at no less than £30m.
It comes with Maxence Lacroix on the verge of adding to Chelsea’s centre-back depth.

Juventus step up interest in Guglielmo Vicario after Spurs snub
Juventus are expected to step up their pursuit of Guglielmo Vicario after the goalkeeper was left out of Tottenham’s pre-season tour squad, according to the Press Association.
Vicario was not included in Spurs’ 35-man touring party which started the journey to New Zealand on Thursday morning. A club statement confirmed a “minor injury” meant the Italy international stayed back in England.
However, after Vicario lost his first-choice role to Antonin Kinsky at the end of a difficult 2025-26 campaign, the 29-year-old had already received the green light to leave and his absence from Tottenham’s summer tour will only offer further encouragement to Juventus.

Liverpool after Adam Wharton?
Liverpool have made Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton their top midfield target this summer, according to Spanish outlet AS.
The 22-year-old Wharton is under contract at Crystal Palace until 2029 and the Eagles will reportedly not consider any offer that does reach the new benchmark for Premier League-proven midfielders, around £100m.
Liverpool have signed Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai to long-term deals this summer while Curtis Jones is now set to stay. Alexis Mac Allister, who has two years remaining on his deal, has been linked with a move to Spain, but boss Andoni Iraola also wants the Argentina international to stay.
Jurgen Klopp threatens to quit on first day as Germany boss
If you missed his unveiling press conference, Jurgen Klopp made his first appearance as Germany boss one to remember.
He did not hold back as he insisted he will quit his job as Germany manager if his family come under attack from the German media during his tenure.
“If you say tomorrow that he's s***, I'm gone. Not just one person, it would have to be more than that. If the DFB says he's s***, I'm gone.
“If you behave badly and don't leave my family in peace, I'm gone. Criticise me if something doesn’t work. I’m happy to work on it. It’s all about the job.
“Jurgen Klopp doesn’t have a career after the national team. Ideally, this is the highlight of my career."
Jurgen Klopp outlines one condition where he will quit Germany job immediately
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