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Tottenham agree £100m Sandro Tonali transfer for sixth signing in big spending spree

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Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly struck a big-money agreement with Newcastle United to sign Sandro Tonali this summer. It comes amid a spectacular spending spree by Spurs, who are looking to equip Roberto De Zerbi with a squad capable of challenging much further up the table after back-to-back 17th-place finishes.

Tottenham fell right behind the pack in the previous two seasons, and despite lifting their first piece of silverware since 2008 last year, had some serious work to do with their squad. Their latest statement in the transfer market appears to be a big one, with Tonali set to become the club's most expensive ever player.

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That's according to The Athletic, who report the 26-year-old is heading for the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after an agreement worth £92.5million was reached between the two clubs. It's a deal that could eventually rise to £100m, should the proposed add-ons - which include Champions League qualification - be achieved.

The north Londoners upped the ante in their pursuit of Tonali after learning of keen interest from other clubs, including Manchester City and Manchester United, who had both been sniffing around the Italy international. They are said to have made club-to-club contact late last month, before pulling the trigger on what will be a new club-record deal.

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That record was set to be broken after news dropped that Spurs had agreed an £85m deal to sign Mateus Fernandes from recently-relegated West Ham United. While neither transfer has been completed yet, Tonali will become the most expensive player in Tottenham's history when he signs on the dotted line.

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It's already been a hectic summer for Spurs, with three players having arrived at the club. The 2025 Europa League winners secured the services of Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson on free transfers, with the pair joining from Bournemouth and Liverpool respectively. Back-up goalkeeper Martin Dubravka is another who joined for free.

They also spent big to sign Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton & Hove Albion in a deal worth £52m, with the defender having had one year left on his deal at the AMEX Stadium. There has been some chatter about exits, most notably Lucas Bergvall, who reportedly wants out of Spurs in search of a new challenge.

Tottenham aren't said to be done yet, as the nearly-relegated side are said to be chasing a new winger, with City's Savinho having been mentioned as a potential target. They had been interested last summer, and it's suggested Spurs have renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.

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Transfer news: Man Utd announcement imminent, Chelsea done deal, Tonali to Spurs

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Express Sport brings you the latest transfer news from across the Premier League.

All eyes are on the World Cup at the moment but the transfer grind never stops for clubs throughout the Premier League and beyond. There was a big development yesterday as Manchester United missed out on the signing of West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who is now poised to join Tottenham. The north Londoners have agreed a club-record £85m transfer fee with Bournemouth and personal terms are not expected to be a problem.

United have reportedly switched their focus to other targets, with Bournemouth playmaker Alex Scott believed to be among several options. Arsenal, meanwhile, have been linked with a blockbuster move for PSG winger Bradley Barcola should they fail to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.

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Brighton agree Luka Vuskovic deal

Brighton have finally agreed a deal with Tottenham to sign defender Luka Vuskovic, according to Fabrizio Romano.

It's claimed the Seagulls will pay a fixed fee of £46m, with add-ons and a sell-on clause taking the overall package above the £50m mark.

Personal terms have also been agreed, with Vuskovic set to undergo a medical in due course.

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Arsenal announce Jakub Kiwior sale

Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior has completed a permanent move to Porto.

He spent last season on loan at the Portuguese heavyweights and moves for a transfer fee of around £19m.

Porto had the option to buy Kiwior following the end of his temporary spell.

Chelsea confirm Marco Palestra signing

Chelsea have officially announced the signing of Marco Palestra from Atalanta.

He joins the Blues for a transfer fee of around £43m and has signed a contract until the summer of 2033.

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Newcastle submit bid for Archie Gray

Newcastle have submitted an opening bid for Tottenham midfielder Archie Gray, according to Fabrizio Romano.

It's claimed the offer was immediately rejected by the north Londoners.

They don't want to sell Gray this summer but the report adds that Newcastle may try again with a renewed offer.

Brighton confirm signing of Benfica winger

Brighton have signed Benfica winger Rodrigo Rego for an undisclosed fee.

He has signed a long-term deal at the Amex Stadium, keeping him there until 2031.

Tottenham plot £100m bid for Sandro Tonali

Tottenham are preparing to submit a nine-figure offer for Sandro Tonali, according to Alfredo Pedulla.

The north Londoners have already seen an opening bid worth around £75m rejected by Newcastle.

It's claimed that Spurs are now ready to return to the table with a fresh proposal around the £100m mark.

Man Utd announcement imminent

Manchester United will announce the signing of a talented young midfielder at some point this month.

Last year, the Red Devils reached an initial agreement with Fortaleza CEIF which stipulated that Cristian Orozco would complete his move during the summer window.

Orozco will turn 18 on July 13, the date when United can officially register him as a player.

The midfielder will touch down in Manchester ahead of that date in order to settle in and be prepared to begin on time.

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Rangers sign Dan Neil

Rangers have officially announced the signing of midfielder Dan Neil from Sunderland.

He has joined the Ibrox club on a free transfer, signing a three-year contract.

Liverpool confirm Jeremy Jacquet arrival

Liverpool have officially confirmed the arrival of Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes.

A deal was agreed in January to sign the young defender for a fixed transfer fee of £55m plus another £5m in add-ons.

Man City turn to Sandro Tonali

Manchester City will focus on a move for Sandro Tonali after signing Elliot Anderson, according to Marca.

It's claimed that City would be willing to pay as much as £95m for the Newcastle midfielder.

Tottenham also want to sign Tonali and have already seen an opening bid, worth around £75m, rejected.

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Granit Xhaka not for sale this summer

Sunderland are unwilling to consider selling Granit Xhaka to Chelsea or any other club, according to the Sunderland Echo.

It's claimed they wouldn't welcome any further offers for Xhaka, who is considered untouchable.

Chelsea have already seen a low-ball offer worth around £8m waved away by the Black Cats.

Man Utd's stance on Crysencio Summerville

Manchester United have identified Crysencio Summerville as a leading transfer target this summer.

That's according to Sky Sports, who say the Dutchman is near the top of Michael Carrick's shortlist.

United have been tipped to sign a new left-winger before the new Premier League campaign gets underway.

Everton set to sign Chelsea teenager

Everton are closing in on a permanent move for Chelsea youngster Arthur Barratt, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The midfielder, 16, was linked with several Premier League clubs but now looks set to join the Toffees.

As things stand, they are said to be on the verge of securing Barratt's signature

Mateus Fernandes set for Tottenham medical

Tottenham have been given permission to book a medical for Mateus Fernandes after striking an £85m deal with West Ham.

Personal terms are not expected to be a problem, with only minor details of the move left to be wrapped up.

Fernandes will become Tottenham's most expensive signing in history, with the fee representing a new club record.

Arsenal consider Bradley Barcola swoop

Arsenal could move for PSG winger Bradley Barcola as an alternative to Morgan Rogers, according to BBC Sport.

Barcola was reportedly watched by Gunners scouts in France's victory over Sweden at the World Cup last night.

Rogers remains a leading target for the Premier League champions but is thought to be valued at around £130m.

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12 players leave Tottenham today as £30m signing quits club

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Tottenham Hotspur officially said goodbye to 12 players today. The club have been preparing for the new season after narrowly escaping relegation last term.

Robert De Zerbi, Spurs’ third manager of the season, guided the Lilywhites to 17th place in the Premier League, edging 18th-place West Ham by two points. De Zerbi has already looked to impose himself on the squad, having his say on transfer incomings while allowing a host of players to leave in a major shake-up. A whopping 12 players will depart today, given that June 30 marked the final day of the 2025/26 campaign. July 1 is recognised as the official start of the new football season, when new players can be officially signed. Players whose contracts expire on June 30 become free agents on July 1, allowing them to seamlessly register with a new club without any legal overlap.

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One of the biggest names to depart at the end of his contract is Yves Bissouma, who was confirmed to be leaving by the club rather unceremoniously last month, having not been offered a new contract.

"We can confirm the departure of Yves Bissouma following the conclusion of his contract," the post on X read. "Thank you for your service and all the best for the future, Biss."

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That’s despite the Mali international making 111 appearances during his time at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Bissouma joined Spurs from Brighton in the summer of 2022 for a fee of £30million. A combination of knee and ankle injuries stopped Bissouma from featuring for Spurs across the entire first half of last season.

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He was forced to wait until January 17 to make his first appearance of the campaign, which ended in a 2-1 defeat to West Ham. Bissouma went on to feature just 11 times for Tottenham across the rest of the season, and was an unused substitute in the final three Premier League matches of the campaign.

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Elsewhere, on June 26, Brazilian side Bahia announced the signing of Alejo Veliz on a permanent deal from Tottenham, with the move officially taking effect on July 1. The Argentine completed a £7.7m transfer following his season-long loan at Rosario Central.

A further 10 players from Spurs’ academy have also left the club. Under-21 players Pele Arganese-McDermott, Tyrell Ashcroft, Leo Black, Dante Cassanova, Matthew Craig and Calum Logan have all left north London due to their deals with the club coming to an end.

Four players from the Under-18s have also left, including Elijah Upson, who rejected a contract offer from the club. Rounding off the long list of departures are Jamel Beggs, Samal Bangura and Leon Myrtaj.

However, Spurs have also made use of free agency, bringing in Marcos Senesi of Bournemouth, Andrew Robertson of Liverpool and Martin Dubravka of Burnley. The £52m signing of Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton was also announced last month.

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Mateus Fernandes 'picks between Man Utd and Tottenham' as final transfer decision made

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Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd agree deal for £47m star as Tottenham in Tonali breakthrough

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A whole host of Premier League clubs are looking to buy Ayyoub Bouaddi.

The midfielder has been a standout for Morocco at the World Cup this summer.

Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal and Liverpool have all been mentioned in the conversation.

However, now Real Madrid are being touted as a potential suitor.

The Lille man is expected to go for big money this summer.

Manchester United have sanctioned a deal that will see Andre Onana return to Trabzonspor.

Onana spent last season out on loan with the Turkish outfit, but had been hoping to make an impression on new boss Michael Carrick.

It doesn't look as if Onana, who joined United for £47m in 2023, will get the chance to.

He will once again head back to Trabzonspor for another season on loan with the Super Lig side.

Arsenal have reportedly made a verbal offer for Bruno Guimaraes.

It was said to be in the region of £60million, as per The Athletic.

However, Newcastle are steadfast on keeping their captain and don't look as if they are entertaining a sale at the moment.

Sandro Tonali has also been of interest to Premier League sides, with a fee of £100m being touted for the Italian.

Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix is on the verge of joining Chelsea for approximately £47.4million.

French outlet L'Equipe claim that the 26-year-old is likely to start for France tonight and is likely to move on in the summer.

Palace were initially reluctant to part ways with another of their top players, but have been willing to sanction sales if their asking prices are met, as has been the case in recent years with Michael Olise, Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi.

Elliot Anderson will move to Manchester City this summer for a reported £116m fee.

The midfielder has shone for Nottingham Forest and has been a fixture in Thomas Tuchel's England side.

Forest rejected two offers from City, but it's believed a club-record sale will see Anderson join the Blues.

It's also a club-record purchase for City, whose most expensive signing prior to this was Jack Grealish.

Personal terms are not expected to be an issue and a medical is reportedly taking place in New York.

Arsenal are reportedly in the market for Newcastle ace Bruno Guimaraes.

The Brazil international has attracted interest from several top clubs in the Premier League, with the Gunners the latest.

Arsenal have reportedly made contact with Guimaraes, according to Fabrizio Romano.

However, the Magpies aren't willing to entertain a deal at this stage.

It looks as if they are going to lose Sandro Tonali and wouldn't want to see both midfield generals leave this summer.

Sandro Tonali has reportedly agreed to join Tottenham.

The midfielder is subject to interest from the north Londoners, who are eyeing a move this summer.

The Italian is also attracting attention from Manchester United and even Manchester City.

Spurs have seen a bid rejected by Newcastle already, but according to talkSPORT, Tonali is open to joining Tottenham.

Newcastle failed to qualify for European football last season and are at risk of losing their best players.

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Man Utd face Mateus Fernandes agony but Tottenham ready to do INEOS a favour

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Manchester United are running the risk of being beaten by the signature of Mateus Fernandes, who is also wanted by Tottenham. The midfielder has been heavily linked with a potential move to Old Trafford, with Michael Carrick eager to strengthen in the engine room this summer. United have already agreed to sign Atalanta playmaker Ederson but are reportedly keen to land Fernandes as well.

It's been reported that personal terms have already been agreed with the 21-year-old, who is widely expected to leave West Ham following their relegation to the Championship. However, it seems Tottenham could be well-placed to swoop in and land him for themselves. That's because they are willing to offer a higher salary than the Red Devils, according to The Sun.

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The north Londoners are reportedly prepared to blow United's package out of the water, giving them a crucial advantage in negotiations.

It's claimed the Hammers are demanding a transfer fee of around £80million to part ways with the Portugal youth international this summer. He is currently believed to be earning around £60,000 per week at the London Stadium.

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Due to their willingness to pay a higher salary, it seems Tottenham could have the upper hand when it comes to the race to sign Fernandes over the coming weeks.

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However, they could also end up doing United a huge favour by solving an unrelated problem for Carrick ahead of the new season.

They are interested in bringing Marcus Rashford to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with the England international set to leave United between now and the start of the new campaign.

He is currently taking home around £325,000 per week, which United need to get off their books so it can be reinvested into other areas of the squad.

Tottenham are reportedly willing to match Rashford's salary demands, meaning he wouldn't be forced to accept a pay cut.

However, other reports have suggested that he isn't currently willing to join another Premier League club and would prefer to move abroad.

It remains to be seen if Rashford can be convinced to sign for Tottenham, who are in desperate need of reinforcements after last season's relegation scare.

If the proposed move goes ahead, it would be hugely beneficial for United, who initially deemed Rashford surplus to requirements two seasons ago.

They included a £26m purchase clause in the deal that saw him join Barcelona on loan for the previous campaign, but the Catalan giants decided not to activate it.

Rashford currently has a £40m release clause at Old Trafford, meaning Tottenham could bypass negotiations at club level by triggering it.

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Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd's Tottenham hijack, Arsenal Alvarez swap

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Arsenal are set to accelerate their interest in Morgan Rogers and are confident of beating both Manchester United and Chelsea to his signature.

The Times claim that Arsenal are yet to contact Morgan Rogers about a possible £100million move, but are aware of the England international's price tag.

Mikel Arteta believes that Rogers can play centrally or on the left for Arsenal, with the club confident that personal terms will not be an issue.

The Gunners are also confident of tying up a deal for Leicester's 16-year-old starlet, Jeremy Monga, for under £15m.

Real Madrid have reportedly made Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez a 'priority' for this transfer window.

Spanish outlet AS claim that Fernandez has been bumped up to first choice as Jose Mourinho attempts to rebuild their midfield, with Aurelien Tchouameni among those who could depart.

Madrid will begin talks with Chelsea in the coming days and personal terms are not thought to be an issue.

Fernandez is ready to leave Stamford Bridge after they failed to qualify for European football, though Chelsea are unlikely to let him leave for less than the £106million they paid for him in 2023.

Liverpool have four back-up options if neither Yan Diomande nor Bradley Barcola can be persuaded to move to Anfield.

Those include Brighton's Yankuba Minteh, West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville, Koln star Said El Mala and Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo.

There is nothing advanced on the four, according to The Athletic, but Liverpool are admirers and have versions of their plan to bring in attacking reinforcements.

Manchester United have expressed a strong interest to Aurelien Tchouameni's agents that they would like to sign the Real Madrid midfielder this summer.

That's according to Sportitalia, who claim that Madrid are now open to selling the Frenchman this summer.

Tchouameni himself would like to stay at Los Blancos, but new boss Jose Mourinho is planning an overhaul and he may leave as a result.

Two teams have joined the race to sign Norwegian starlet Andreas Schjelderup, alongside Liverpool and Tottenham.

TuttoMercatoWeb claim that AC Milan and Como are emerging as possible suitors for the Benfica winger, currently valued at around £25million.

“It would be fantastic if those rumours were true, but at the moment I don’t know anything concrete,” he previously said when linked with a move to Barcelona.

Chelsea are prepared to sell one of their strikers this summer, not including Joao Pedro.

With Pedro, Liam Delap, Nicolas Jackson and Marc Guiu all at the club, The Athletic claims that one will depart, especially with no European football to contend with this season.

Guiu may leave on loan and Delap, even after just one season, could cut his losses after a miserable campaign.

Jackson fell out with Enzo Maresca, which led to his loan to Bayern Munich, but he could be given another chance under Xabi Alonso.

Much will depend on the scale of offers on the table for each forward.

New Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has reportedly given his backing to sign an Arsenal player this summer.

ESPN claim that Madrid have enquired about Piero Hincapie, who is set to make his loan from Bayer Leverkusen permanent for £45million this summer.

But Los Blancos want to take him straight to Spain, even after signing Marc Cucurella from Chelsea and Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer.

Mourinho personally wants a left-footed defender who can play at both centre-back and left-back, with Hincapie a strong target.

Chelsea are interested in signing Crystal Palace star defender Maxence Lacroix this summer.

The Athletic claim that Palace do not want to let the Frenchman leave, ideally, but have been prepared to sanction exits if their asking prices have been met in the past.

Palace are under no financial pressure to sell and the 26-year-old has three years left on his contract, while the Eagles would need a replacement in their sights also.

Reports coming out of Spain suggest a swap deal between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid is being considered.

COPE claim that Atletico are studying the possibility of letting Julian Alvarez leave for Arsenal, if they receive Viktor Gyokeres in return.

The Spanish side have closed the door to any negotiations with Barcelona, while links with Paris Saint-Germain have cooled in recent weeks.

Atletico are exploring the possibility of acquiring Gyokeres in any deal for Atletico, though they would seek a fee between £34million and £51m also.

Alvarez's preference is to join Barcelona.

Aston Villa have reportedly expressed a strong interest in signing West Ham captain and talisman Jarrod Bowen this summer.

The Athletic claim that Villa have not yet held talks with the Hammers, but Unai Emery is a huge admirer of the forward and would want the signing if a deal can be done.

Villa need to make sales first and Bowen is yet to decide if he wants to leave West Ham following their relegation.

West Ham have indicated they want to keep the 29-year-old.

Manchester United have also been linked with a move for Bowen.

Kylian Mbappe has done Bayern Munich no favours in their attempt to keep Michael Olise in Germany.

After scoring off an Olise assist again at the World Cup, Mbappe talked up their relationship on the pitch, at a time when Olise has been linked with a £150million move to Real Madrid.

“It’s so easy to play with Michael Olise," Mbappe said. "He makes it easier, playing with his head up.

"He can always see my movements. I love playing with Michael.”

Tottenham want to raid West Ham for the second season in a row and hijack Manchester United's pursuit of midfielder Mateus Fernandes.

Roberto De Zerbi is eyeing several statement signings to help him propel Spurs back up the Premier League.

TalkSPORT claim that they are in talks to beat United to the signing of Fernandes, who is currently away with Portugal at the World Cup.

Spurs have made an enquiry to West Ham and De Zerbi has identified Fernandes as someone who can improve his side immediately.

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Man Utd green light to sign next Frenkie De Jong as perfect Casemiro replacement

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Manchester United could be handed a third opportunity to sign Lucas Bergvall following two previous missed chances. The 20-year-old midfielder underwent trials with the club on two separate occasions before completing a move to Tottenham Hotspur in 2024. Bergvall emerged as a breakthrough talent during his debut season with Tottenham, claiming the supporters' player of the year accolade.

The Sweden international established himself as a regular under Ange Postecoglou and played an instrumental role in the club's run to Europa League glory, though injury ruled him out of the final against United. However, reports suggest that Bergvall is now weighing up his future after slipping down the pecking order at Spurs, who are pursuing Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali. BBC Sport has reported that Bergvall's representatives have engaged in discussions with Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest and Chelsea.

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United made their interest in Bergvall clear when the Sweden international was still a teenager. His reported willingness to depart Spurs this summer provides United with an opening to reignite their interest.

Bergvall's initial trial spell at United took place in 2020, just before Brexit rules barred clubs from signing under-18 players from abroad. He subsequently returned to Carrington in 2022, despite United being unable to formally secure the Swedish talent until 2024.

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MEN Sport has previously reported that changes within the recruitment department meant United failed to complete a deal for Bergvall during his second trial. He subsequently joined Swedish outfit Djurgarden later that year, where his displays caught the attention of Spurs.

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Following an impressive start at Tottenham, he found himself out of favour last term amid managerial upheaval. Bergvall managed only 11 league starts as his progress stalled.

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The talented midfielder is considering his options as Spurs manager Roberto De Zerbi pursues Tonali. United are already familiar with Bergvall's capabilities and what he could bring to the squad as Michael Carrick's team embark on their own midfield overhaul.

United are actively seeking central midfielders following Casemiro's departure this summer. The Reds have already secured a deal for Atalanta's Ederson and have been associated with various other targets.

Bergvall's circumstances offer United a chance to rectify previous errors. Furthermore, he has been compared to Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong, one of United's past transfer targets.

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"His best position is as a number eight," Djurgarden sports coordinator Peter Kisfaludy told football.london in 2024. "He's a box-to-box player, running into the box and he's really good at playing the ball between the lines.

"He's a little copy of Frenkie de Jong. He's really fast with the ball, really good with the ball and a fantastic dribbler."

Bergvall will be keen to nail down a regular starting berth next season following a stop-start campaign at Spurs. While securing a guaranteed place in United's midfield would be no mean feat, the talented youngster could bring an end to a transfer saga that first began six years ago by making the move to Old Trafford.

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Transfer news LIVE: Rashford to Tottenham, Man Utd agree terms, Liverpool plot £87m bid

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All eyes are on the World Cup at the moment but the transfer grind never stops for the Premier League's top clubs. Manchester United have already moved to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, with that deal expected to be confirmed in the not-too-distant future. They won't stop there in their pursuit of midfield reinforcements, though, as Michael Carrick looks to shape his squad for the campaign ahead.

United have also been linked with a move for Sandro Tonali, but Tottenham appear to have moved into pole position for the Newcastle playmaker. The north Londoners saw an £80m bid rejected over the weekend and could soon return to the table with an improved offer. Liverpool, meanwhile, are still pushing to sign RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande, who is reportedly valued at £87m.

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Ayyoub Bouaddi to Liverpool?

Liverpool have had multiple meetings with standout World Cup star Ayyoub Bouaddi, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The transfer insider insists the Reds are a club to keep an eye on as multiple teams position themselves to try and sign the Morocco midfielder.

Bouaddi plays for Lille at club level and the 18-year-old will command a big fee of over £70million.

Romano said: "It depends on price, it depends on what Lille want to do but Liverpool have been scouting the player for a long time, it has been almost one year monitoring the player closely.

"Let's see if they enter this one. I think it could be interesting, not just for Liverpool but for other clubs."

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Spurs eye free agent

Martin Dubravka is a strong contender to join Tottenham as their new back-up goalkeeper, according to reports.

The 37-year-old is a free agent after leaving Burnley.

And he could become Antonin Kinsky's No.2 with Guglielmo Vicario possibly set to leave this summer.

Chelsea name Liam Delap asking price

Chelsea would be open to selling Liam Delap for around £40m this summer, according to the Daily Mail.

The striker joined the Blues from Ipswich Town a year ago in a deal worth approximately £30m.

Newcastle and Everton have been linked with a potential move for Delap between now and the start of next season.

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Brighton set to sign Michael Svoboda

Brighton are closing in on the signing of Venezia defender Michael Svoboda, according to Sky Sports.

The Seagulls have reportedly agreed to activate his release clause, which is valued at around £4m.

Personal terms are not expected to be a problem, meaning the deal is anticipated to go through without a hitch.

Leeds United eye two new goalkeepers

Leeds United could sign two new goalkeepers to replace the outgoing duo of Illan Meslier and Karl Darlow.

Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and Newcastle United stopper Nick Pope are high on the list of targets, according to Elland Back.

Suzuki is said to be available for around £35m, while Pope could arrive for as little as £5m.

Tottenham set Lucas Bergvall asking price

Tottenham will ask for at least £45m to sell Lucas Bergvall this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The young midfielder reportedly wants to leave Spurs and take on a new challenge elsewhere.

He is said to be eager for more minutes as he looks to continue developing on an upward trajectory.

West Ham want Adam Webster on free transfer

West Ham United are interested in signing Adam Webster on a free transfer.

That's according to The Sun, who say the Hammers are preparing to firm up their interest in the recently-released Brighton defender.

Webster made 158 appearances for the Seagulls in all competitions during his seven-year spell at the Amex Stadium.

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Newcastle identify Sandro Tonali replacement

Newcastle are weighing up a potential move for AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit, according to the Daily Mail.

It's claimed the Dutchman has been earmarked as a possible replacement for Tottenham target Sandro Tonali.

The Magpies reportedly hope they could tempt Smit with the promise of regular Premier League football.

Cagliari consider Armando Broja swoop

Italian side Cagliari are interested in signing Burnley forward Armando Broja, according to Sky Sports.

The former Chelsea striker has seen his career ravaged by injuries over the last few years and hasn't really got going at Turf Moor.

Last season, he scored one goal and provided one assist in 24 league appearances as the Clarets were relegated.

Bobby Clark having medical at Derby County

Bobby Clark is having a medical at Derby County today ahead of his permanent move to Pride Park.

The Rams have agreed a £6m fee with Red Bull Salzburg to sign the former Liverpool midfielder on a full-time basis.

Clark spent the 2025/26 campaign on loan at Derby and was named the club's young player of the season.

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Arsenal win race for Jeremy Monga

Arsenal have won the race to sign Leicester City teenager Jeremy Monga, according to TEAMtalk.

The likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Manchester City have also been linked with a move for the young winger.

However, it's claimed that he will join Arsenal in a deal worth somewhere between £10m and £15m.

Tottenham weigh up shock Marcus Rashford move

Tottenham are considering a surprise swoop for Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford, according to i.

He has a release clause of around £40m but it's claimed that Spurs will try to negotiate a lower price.

Rashford wants to leave Old Trafford this summer and is reportedly willing to accept a pay cut to resume his career elsewhere.

Liverpool 'irritated' by Curtis Jones offers

Liverpool have reportedly been left 'irritated' after Inter Milan submitted two lowball offers for midfielder Curtis Jones.

A second bid, worth around £21m, was immediately rejected by the Reds over the weekend, according to reports.

It's claimed that Liverpool value Jones at closer to £35m and are getting frustrated with Inter's negotiating tactics.

Benjamin Sesko emerges as Barcelona target

Barcelona are plotting a shock move for Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko, according to Marca.

It's claimed the Catalan giants have earmarked the forward as a potential alternative to their main target, Julian Alvarez.

Sesko impressed under Michael Carrick last season, scoring 11 league goals in 30 appearances.

Tottenham plot seven transfers after Sandro Tonali

Tottenham want to follow up the signing of Sandro Tonali with seven more quality additions, according to reports.

They are reportedly looking to rebuild their midfield as well as signing a new attacker and potentially a goalkeeper.

The north Londoners have already addressed their defence by landing Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Jan Paul van Hecke.

Newcastle set sights on Abde Ezzalzouli

Newcastle are plotting a move for Real Betis forward Abde Ezzalzouli after missing out on the signing of Victor Munoz.

That's according to Mundo Deportivo, who say a deal is 'within sight' for the Magpies.

Betis have reportedly 'made it clear' that Ezzelzouli isn't for sale unless Newcastle are willing to pay his release clause of £52m.

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Lucas Bergvall hands in Tottenham transfer request

Lucas Bergvall has asked to leave Tottenham between now and the start of next season.

According to The Athletic, the young midfielder wants to continue his career away from north London.

Bergvall is currently representing Sweden at the World Cup, having come off the bench in each of their matches so far.

Leeds close to agreeing Shea Charles deal

Leeds United are making progress in their efforts to land Southampton midfielder Shea Charles, according to The Sun.

They've already seen an opening bid in the region of £20m turned down by the Championship side.

However, talks are progressing well behind the scenes and there is an expectation that an agreement will be reached.

Nicolas Jackson wants to stay at Chelsea

Nicolas Jackson is eager to continue his career at Chelsea under Xabi Alonso next season, according to Football Insider.

The forward spent last season on loan at Bayern Munich and has been linked with a permanent exit this summer.

However, it's claimed that Jackson wants to show Alonso that he can be a valued member of the squad moving forward.

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Liverpool prepare new bid for Yan Diomande

Liverpool are expected to submit an improved bid for Yan Diomande after seeing their opening offer rejected by RB Leipzig.

The winger is reportedly valued at around £87m by his current employers and the Reds look set to move closer to that figure, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Leipzig want to tie Diomande down to a new contract but the 19-year-old is said to prefer the idea of leaving the club.

Man Utd 'agree personal terms' with Mateus Fernandes

Manchester United have agreed personal terms with Mateus Fernandes, according to Football Insider.

The Red Devils have been heavily linked with a move for the Portuguese midfielder, who is expected to leave West Ham this summer.

They aren't the only club in the race, though, with Tottenham also thought to be interested.

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Tottenham could reportedly follow up the potential signing of Sandro Tonali with a surprise raid on Manchester United. The north Londoners have made a fast start to the summer transfer window, having already welcomed three new arrivals. They signed Andy Robertson and Marcos Senesi on free transfers before landing Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke in a £52million deal.

Roberto De Zerbi is now looking to improve his midfield ranks and has reportedly identified Tonali as a top summer target. Tottenham made an opening bid worth around £80m over the weekend, but the offer was immediately rejected by Newcastle. It's claimed the Magpies are looking for closer to £100m to sanction Tonali's exit before the start of next season.

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Tottenham are expected to return to the table with an improved offer in the coming days, with club chiefs eager to get a deal done.

It's been reported that Spurs are eager to make another seven or eight signings, including at least one more midfielder, an attacker and potentially a new goalkeeper.

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Adding more firepower is believed to be another priority, given that Tottenham only scored 48 league goals over the course of last season.

Their search has reportedly led them to Marcus Rashford, who is widely expected to leave United this summer after spending last season on loan at Barcelona.

According to the i, the England international has emerged as a target for Spurs, although it could be difficult to secure his signature.

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That's because they aren't willing to pay his £40m release clause and will instead look to negotiate a lower price in talks with United.

The report adds that Rashford currently doesn't want to join another Premier League club, with the 28-year-old favouring a move abroad.

He was keen to stay at Barcelona following the end of his loan spell, but the Catalan giants decided not to activate his £26m purchase clause before it expired.

It's claimed that Bayern Munich have also been keeping tabs on Rashford and could offer him the chance to resume his career outside of England

If no such opportunity arrives, the forward is reportedly open to staying at United and trying to prove himself under Michael Carrick next season.

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