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Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal make Madueke bid, Eze twist; Chelsea eye Kudus; Guehi to Liverpool; Man Utd latest
Summer window ramping up with July underway
Transfer talk: Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke and Mohammed Kudus could all be on the move this summer
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The second summer transfer window is heating up nicely now we’ve entered July, with plenty of major deals being worked on. Arsenal are rumoured to have bid for Noni Madueke at Chelsea amid talks over a huge move for Eberechi Eze, having also taken an interest in Hugo Ekitike amid the ongoing stalemate over Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres. The Gunners are said to have made a new offer for Cristhian Mosquera amid fresh links to Nico Williams and Morgan Rogers, with Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga all joining.
Manchester United are believed to have made contact over Ollie Watkins in case Rasmus Hojlund leaves, though been warned that Bryan Mbeumo could yet stay at Brentford. Chelsea are preparing to seal the signings of both Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens after medicals, though it appears that will not stop them from rivalling Tottenham for a cut-price deal for West Ham star Mohammed Kudus.
Liverpool look to have been handed a major new boost over Alexander Isak as they enter advanced talks over Marc Guehi and also look at Ekitike and Victor Osimhen, while Richarlison is poised to leave Spurs. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Kudus becomes Spurs' top priority
Tottenham Hotspur have named Mohamed Kudus their top priority.
According to reports, they believe he will be available for £60m despite his £85m release clause.
The player has also been offered to Chelsea and Manchester United. The Blues are thought to be carefully considering a deal.
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Bayern 'gather information' on Luis Diaz
Bayern Munich are big fans of Liverpool’s Luis Diaz.
In the past days, they have ‘gathered all the information’ they need to execute a deal.
According to Sky Germany, Liverpool will let him leave for the right price.
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Rodrygo 'perfect fit' for Arsenal
Arsenal reportedly consider Real Madrid winger Rodrygo the perfect fit on the left wing.
They will hold fresh talks around a deal after the Club World Cup, and Real are only keen to let him leave for a fee of £77m.
Noni Madueke is also a target for the Gunners and is available at a much lower price point, but is not thought to be well suited to their needs.
Rodrygo was left on the bench for Real’s 1-0 win over Juventus today as the club look to protect him ahead of a potential move.
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Chloe Kelly confirms permanent City exit
Chloe Kelly has left Manchester City upon the expiration of her contract.
She spent the second half of last season on loan at Arsenal, returning to form and winning the Champions League in the process. She is also part of the Lionesses squad for this summer’s European championships.
In an announcement posted to her Instagram page, she wrote: “Over and Out.
“I want to take this moment to acknowledge the good in my time at City. The unwavering support from the fans and the relationships formed with the girls and wider support staff, you’ve helped shape me to become the person I am today, I’ll be forever be grateful to those people.
“Memories created and lessons learned. All [stories] should have happy endings, now it’s time to look to the future…
“Love to all, CK.”
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Olivier Giroud spotted in France ahead of Lille switch
Former Chelsea and Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has been spotted in Lille ahead of completing his move from LAFC to LOSC.
Juventus to sign Jonathan David
Jonathan David is close to agreeing terms with Juventus after the Italian giants proposed a new contract to the player today.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the deal is ‘on’.
The Canada international scored 16 Ligue 1 goals fro LOSC Lille last season, assisting a further five. He made 32 appearances.
Juventus will face Real Madrid in the Club World Cup round of 16 at 8pm BST. Follow that match LIVE HERE with Standard Sport!
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SIGNED: Semenyo extends Bournemouth deal
Antoine Semenyo has signed a contract extension which will keep him at Bournemouth through 2030.
It is a huge deal for the Cherries, after the player had courted transfer interest from a variety of Premier League sides in the early stages of the window.
Semenyo said: “I’ve grown so much at the club, both on and off the pitch, and I’m really happy to have signed ahead of returning for pre-season.
“From the fans to the staff and my teammates, I can’t speak highly enough of the people around the club. It’s a great place to be and I’m excited to get back to Bournemouth and continue the hard work with the new season just around the corner.”
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Bayern Munich confirm new Jamal Musiala shirt number
Jamal Musiala looks to be staying put at Bayern Munich.
The German is under contract until 2030, and was today bestowed the honour of the No10 shirt.
He has scored 63 goals in 205 Bayern Munich appearances since joining from Chelsea’s academy to Bavaria in 2019.
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Villa land Turkish target
Yasin Ozcan has joined up with Aston Villa after signing a pre-contract agreement in February.
The 2006-born defender arrives from Turkish Super Lig outfit Kasimpasa, for whom he made 90 league appearances since graduating from the club’s academy in 2022.
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Arsenal 'close to agreement' with Gyokeres
Arsenal are close to agreeing a deal with Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres.
Their pursuit of the striker has been long and protracted, but a deal now seems to be imminent, according to L’Equipe.
Andrea Berta has reportedly earmarked him as a No1 striker target this summer, and they are now close to agreeing a contract with the player.
Reaching an agreement with the club could prove more challenging, though, as Sporting do not seem keen to let him leave.
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