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Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal Eze bid; Isak Liverpool snag; Chelsea Rogers dream; Man Utd
Record-breaking summer window to step up another gear
Top targets: Alexander Isak, Eberechi Eze, and Morgan Rogers
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The madness of this summer’s transfer window continues, with Premier League clubs left, right, and centre willing to spend big in a pursuit for success this season. Arsenal, who finished second in the division last term, have just landed Viktor Gyokeres for an initial £64million, and he has been given Thierry Henry’s iconic No14 shirt number as he settles in to his new surroundings in north London. Now, Mikel Arteta wants to continue his lavish spending spree, targeting Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze.
As for Arsenal’s north London rivals, Tottenham were dealt a serious blow late on Saturday when Morgan Gibbs-White did a stunning U-turn to sign a new contract at Nottingham Forest, having previously agreed on a move to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Spurs are also interested in Joao Palhinha, who has been a target for Manchester United in the past. Ruben Amorim’s side are in the market for a striker, considering the likes of Benjamin Sesko, Nicolas Jackson and Ollie Watkins.
Also on the striker market is Alexander Isak - who wants to leave Newcastle - and Liverpool are circling, preparing a massive bid to add the Swede to striking ranks that already contain Hugo Ekitike, who was signed from Eintracht Frankfurt last week. Chelsea are focusing on deals for two Dutchmen - RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons and Ajax’s Jorrel Hato. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
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Big week for Sesko
This coming week will be important in the world of Benjamin Sesko.
The Slovenian looks set to depart RB Leipzig, and Fabrizio Romano reports that Newcastle are in hot pursuit, ready to offer a big contract and approach Leipzig formally to begin negotiations.
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West Ham pushing Paqueta out the door
Another West Ham update? What is going on!
The Hammers are reportedly looking to sell Lucas Paqueta this summer, according to the Daily Mail.
Apparently, the east Londoners would take €35million to land him.
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West Ham after Piccoli
Another target for West Ham is Roberto Piccoli, Calciomercato reports.
The Hammers are looking at the Italian forward, who plays for Cagliari, and could be available for around £26million.
Benfica are also rumoured to be interested in the striker.
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West Ham eye Schmid
West Ham are targeting Romano Schmid.
The Hammers want the Austrian attacking midfielder, who plies his trade at Werder Bremen.
The Guardian report that Schmid could be available for £13million, with Aston Villa and Fulham also interested in his services.
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Benfica pushing for Felix
Benfica are pushing for Joao Felix to return to the club, according to Sky Germany.
The Liga Portugal side want the Chelsea attacking midfielder back, but they face competition from Al-Nassr, according to Fabrizio Romano, who reports that the Saudi side have almost completed a deal for the Portuguese international.
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Fulham advance on Nelson
Fulham are in advanced talks to re-sign Reiss Nelson.
The Arsenal forward was on loan at the Cottagers last term, and Marco Silva is looking to bring him back west either on another loan with an option to buy, or a permanent deal, according to The Athletic.
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Everton near Fofana deal
Everton are closing in on a deal for Malick Fofana from Lyon.
L’Equipe have built on Fabrizio Romano’s earlier report that the Toffees were in for the Belgian, and they have offered £31.5million for him.
Lyon reportedly want £35m to sell.
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Liverpool hit Isak snag
Liverpool’s move for Alexander Isak could hit the rocks if the Reds are not able to sell a key player.
Luis Diaz is a wanted man, with Bayern Munich set to return with a second bid for the Colombian, who wants to leave Anfield.
The Germans bid £58.5million first time around, and will come back with another.
However, the Daily Express report that should the Reds not get their £80m that they deem Diaz to be worth, then their transfer kitty might not be as strong as they need it to be to land Isak, who will cost north of £120m.
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Chelsea close in on Simons
Xavi Simons is closing in on a move to Chelsea, according to Nico Schira.
The Italian journalist reports that the Dutchman could seal a €70million move from RB Leipzig, and sign a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
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Chelsea to facilitate Sterling move
Chelsea could subsidise Raheem Sterling’s salary in order to push through a move to Fulham.
Sterling is out of the picture at Stamford Bridge and needs a transfer to guarantee game time. Marco Silva’s side, according to Football Transfers, hold an interest in the winger, who spent a short period on loan at Arsenal last term.
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