Transfer news LIVE! Raya to Arsenal imminent; Chelsea agree Olise deal; Man Utd get Amrabat boost
Transfer news – LIVE!
The Premier League season is almost upon us but all of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United remain active in the transfer market. The Gunners have already embarked on a huge summer spend but now appear ready to strengthen their squad further with a move for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya. Fresh reports now suggest a deal is close.
Chelsea, meanwhile, appear to have turned their attention to Michael Olise. The Crystal Palace forward is attracting big interest this summer and the Blues have reportedly agreed terms with the Frenchman as they continue to track Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo.
Despite the signing of Rasmus Hojlund to follow Andre Onana and Mason Mount, Manchester United remain active too. Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat remains a target and new reports claim the Italian side are willing to sell up for a bargain price. Follow all the latest news, gossip and rumours below!
Latest transfer news and rumours
David Raya to Arsenal now imminent
Chelsea agree terms with Michael Olise after £26m bid
Man United learn bargain Sofyan Amrabat price tag
Harry Kane to start for Tottenham despite Bayern’s transfer deadline
11:20 , Jonathan Gorrie
Harry Kane is expected to start for Tottenham in Sunday’s friendly against Shakhtar Donetsk.
The England captain has been the subject of a number of bids from Bayern Munich this summer now he has entered the last year of his contract.
Bayern were understood to have submitted a final offer for the 30-year-old on Friday, reportedly worth €100million (£86.2m) plus add-ons.
Arsenal in talks with Forest over Turner sale as Gunners pave way for Raya
11:04 , Jonathan Gorrie
Arsenal are in talks with Nottingham Forest over the sale of goalkeeper Matt Turner, writes Simon Collings.
A fee is yet to be agreed, but the clubs are currently negotiating a figure around the £7million mark.
Turner leaving will pave the way for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya to join Arsenal and the Gunners remain locked in talks with the Bees over a fee.
Chelsea in talks with Humphreys over new contract as Coventry eye loan
10:42 , Jonathan Gorrie
Chelsea are in talks with Bashir Humphreys over a new contract before sending him out on a season-long loan deal, writes Nizaar Kinsella.
The 20-year-old is weighing up a host of options including a move to Coventry City as negotiations continue to extend his deal beyond its current 2024 expiry date.
Mauricio Pochettino is understood to have been impressed with the homegrown star who excelled during pre-season, playing in all five of Chelsea’s matches in the United States.
Veliz confirms Tottenham transfer as striker prepares for medical
10:10 , Jonathan Gorrie
Alejo Veliz has confirmed he will not be loaned back to Rosario Central upon signing for Tottenham.
The highly-rated young striker was seen preparing to fly to London to undergo a medical and sign a five-year contract at Spurs imminently.
Veliz caught the eye during the recent U20 World Cup and would reportedly cost Spurs up to £12m.
Manchester United get Sofyan Amrabat boost
09:42 , Jonathan Gorrie
Rasmus Hojlund is now through the door at Manchester United but the transfer business is not stopping.
Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat remains a target and was left out of the club’s pre-season tour of England.
According to Football Italia, La Viola could even be open to selling the Morocco international for £25m.
Chelsea agree personal terms with Michael Olise
09:40 , Jonathan Gorrie
Moises Caicedo might be Chelsea’s top target this summer but it seems they are closing in on another Premier League star of the future instead.
According to French outlet RMC Sport, the Blues have now agreed personal terms with Crystal Palace forward Michael Olise after offering the Eagles £26m.
David Raya to Arsenal now imminent
09:38 , Jonathan Gorrie
It appears Arsenal are closing in on David Raya.
The Brentford goalkeeper has now emerged as the Gunners’ leading target this summer as Mikel Arteta continues to go on an ambitious summer recruitment drive.
According to Fabrizio Romano, a deal could be done imminently.
Man United in for Goretzka
Saturday 5 August 2023 22:40 , Alex Young
Manchester United are weighing up a move for Bayern Munich's Leon Goretzka.
Sky Sports report that United are still in the market for a new defender and have the Bayern man high on their list of candidates.
Juventus are also keen.
Chelsea want another Brazilian wonderkid
Saturday 5 August 2023 21:51 , Alex Young
Chelsea have lodged a £17m bid for Santos striker Deivid Washington.
The Mail reports that the 18-year old would be sent on loan to partner club Strasbourg if he joins.
Chelsea have already plundered Santos for one player this summer after Angelo Gabriel.
Maitland-Niles set for Lyon move
Saturday 5 August 2023 21:22 , Alex Young
Ainsley Maitland-Niles, who left Arsenal at the end of last season, is set to join Lyon on a free transfer.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Maitland-Niles has agreed a four-year deal ahead of the start of the new Ligue 1 season.
Tottenham book Veliz medical
Saturday 5 August 2023 20:56 , Alex Young
Tottenham have booked Alejo Veliz's medical for Monday.
According to reports, the young Argentine striker has agreed a five-year contract.
The 20-year-old is expected to be on the fringes of the first-team squad, along with fellow new signing Ashley Phillips.
Rosari Central will pocket an initial £13million.
Brighton agree Kudus fee
Saturday 5 August 2023 20:30 , Alex Young
Brighton have agreed a £34.5million deal with Ajax for Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United target. Mohammed Kudus.
It would be a club-record fee, with Kudus expected to agree personal terms, report the Athletic.
Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi is pushing the deal, which would be quite the coup for the Seagulls.
Romeo Lavia up for grabs
Saturday 5 August 2023 15:58 , Marc Mayo
Romeo Lavia could be heading to Liverpool after Southampton left him out of their squad for last night’s Championship opener.
The Saints beat Sheffield Wednesday without the midfielder while playing stars such as James Ward-Prowse, who have also been linked with moves away.
Chelsea are also keen on Lavia, as an alternative to Moises Caicedo.
Mehdi Taremi enters Tottenham radar
Saturday 5 August 2023 15:35 , Marc Mayo
Mehdi Taremi has emerged as a transfer target for Tottenham.
Sky Sports Italia claim a £20.5m offer has been rejected by Porto, who want £26m for the Iranian veteran.
Spurs, of course, may well be needing a replacement for Harry Kane pronto!
Done deal! Matheus Franca signs for Crystal Palace
Saturday 5 August 2023 15:11 , Marc Mayo
Crystal Palace have announced their second most expensive signing of all-time as Matheus Franca lands from Flamengo in a £26m deal.
Our Brazilian: @04Franca 👇🤩 pic.twitter.com/hRxfBZpu5y
— Crystal Palace F.C. (@CPFC) August 5, 2023
New Chelsea man aims cheeky dig at Brighton boss
Saturday 5 August 2023 14:20 , Marc Mayo
New Chelsea player Robert Sanchez says he is excited to work with a coach at Mauricio Pochettino’s “level” after leaving Brighton.
The Spaniard fell out of favour under Roberto De Zerbi last season after being dropped for Jason Steele, and the Brighton boss later claimed Sanchez “wanted” to be left out of his squad.
After arriving in west London, the 25-year-old aimed a subtle dig at his highly-rated old manager by insisting new boss Pochettino is on another level to his previous coaches.
“Really excited,” he told the club website about working with Pochettino.
The next name on Chelsea’s wish list
Saturday 5 August 2023 13:45 , Marc Mayo
Deivid Washington is set to become Chelsea’s latest transfer market hidden gem.
Brazilian outlet Globo claim a £16m deal with Santos is in the offing and personal terms agreed.
The 18-year-old forward is touted to join Strasbourg on loan should the deal go through.
West Ham flop heads home
Saturday 5 August 2023 13:15 , Marc Mayo
Gianluca Scamacca is set to become Atalanta’s replacement for Rasmus Hojlund.
Reports in Italy say a breakthrough was reached yesterday with the Serie A side offering a sell-on fee to West Ham, gazumping Inter Milan’s offer for Scamacca.
The transfer fee would tip £20m after the striker gave his green light to leave east London.
Done deal! Man Utd unveil Rasmus Hojlund
Saturday 5 August 2023 12:44 , Marc Mayo
Manchester United have announced the signing of Rasmus Hojlund in a £72million deal from Atalanta on the Old Trafford pitch ahead of their friendly with Lens.
A Danish boy with a dream of playing for Manchester United.
It's real, Rasmus ❤️#MUFC pic.twitter.com/twFrEyhBYo— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 5, 2023
Ian Maatsen set for Chelsea stay
Saturday 5 August 2023 12:25 , Marc Mayo
Chelsea looked happy to cash in on Ian Maatsen earlier this summer yet Standard Sport understand talks are underway over a new contract for the academy winger.
Mauricio Pochettino wants to keep Maatsen, who wants assurances over his role before extending his deal.
Gary Lineker urges Harry Kane to join Bayern Munich
Saturday 5 August 2023 11:45 , Marc Mayo
Harry Kane should take the “fantastic” opportunity to sign for Bayern Munich, Gary Lineker has insisted.
The former Spurs striker spent time abroad with Barcelona during his career and wants to see Kane also try his luck.
He told PA: “I think it will be a fantastic move for him, he is guaranteed to score goals, German football is really attacking and it will suit him.
“He would be going to one of the best clubs in world football, they win trophies every year, a beautiful city - my only advice would be try and learn German because it would be appreciated and help him settle in. If he goes.”
Arsenal close in on David Raya deal
Saturday 5 August 2023 11:10 , Marc Mayo
Arsenal are in advanced talks to sign David Raya from Brentford.
A £23m offer was launched earlier this week to sign the goalkeeper, who is rated at £40m by the Bees.
The Telegraph say a deal is now in sight as talks continue - and Arsenal are set to let Matt Turner leave for Nottingham Forest as a result.
Bayern Munich wait goes on in Harry Kane saga
Saturday 5 August 2023 11:06 , Marc Mayo
Bayern Munich are still waiting to hear back from Tottenham over their Harry Kane bid.
After midnight last night was put down as the deadline, the Mail say they’ll settle for an answer this morning.
Should the £86m plus add-ons bid be successful, Bayern want him to start their Super Cup final against RB Leipzig next weekend.
Should it fail, the German giants may even come back in for kane at a reduced price in January.
Done deal! Man City sign Josko Gvardiol
Saturday 5 August 2023 10:36 , Marc Mayo
Josko Gvardiol is a Manchester City player!
It’s been a busy day in the market, hasn’t it? The treble-winners have paid £77.6m for the defender to join from RB Leizpig.
Suits you, Josko! 🤩🩵 pic.twitter.com/ySy5CfUAQ9
— Manchester City (@ManCity) August 5, 2023
Done deal! Tottenham sign Ashley Phillips
Saturday 5 August 2023 10:28 , Marc Mayo
Ashley Phillips has swapped Blackburn for Tottenham.
The young defender will cost £3m after putting pen to paper on a five-year deal in north London.
Ashley has arrived 👋 pic.twitter.com/kFKWq51H5r
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) August 5, 2023
Kylian Mbappe to Liverpool heats up
Saturday 5 August 2023 10:22 , Marc Mayo
Liverpool could get a helping hand from sponsors to sign Kylian Mbappe this summer.
Football Insider reckon the Frenchman would rather join Liverpool than Chelsea and a season-long loan deal is being mooted.
The Reds would receive backing to pay his hefty salary although PSG currently want a permanent or loan-with-obligation deal.
All the details on Robert Sanchez’s signing
Saturday 5 August 2023 09:53 , Marc Mayo
It’s a mammoth SEVEN-year deal for Robert Sanchez as he arrives at Chelsea.
The Blues have forked out £25m to land the goalkeeper from Brighton.
Rob's rise to the top! 🔵 pic.twitter.com/Nb0PQCIAmB
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 5, 2023
Done deal! Chelsea sign Robert Sanchez
Saturday 5 August 2023 09:39 , Marc Mayo
Robert Sanchez, Chelsea! 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/HmlmXe1WS1
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 5, 2023
Romelu Lukaku talks to accelerate
Saturday 5 August 2023 09:25 , Marc Mayo
Meanwhile, speaking of Romelu Lukaku’s one-man quest to make those who used to love him hate him…
Juventus are hoping to seal the Belgian’s arrival as early as Monday.
La Gazzetta dello Sport say Juve want over £30m plus Lukaku for Dusan Vlahovic, with it deemed more likely Chelsea send the Belgian and around £20m.
Real Madrid rival Chelsea for Dusan Vlahovic
Saturday 5 August 2023 09:03 , Marc Mayo
Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is a target for Real Madrid, should they miss out on Kylian Mbappe.
Tuttosport say Juve want in the region of £65m for the Serbian striker.
However, they are in talks with Chelsea to swap him for Romelu Lukaku and a pile of cash.
Man Utd announcement TODAY
Saturday 5 August 2023 08:34 , Marc Mayo
Manchester United take on French club Lens at Old Trafford this lunchtime - and a special guest is expected to pop up at the game.
Reports strongly indicate that Rasmus Hojlund will be officially unveiled on the pitch to seal his £72m transfer.
The Danish youngster underwent a medical on Thursday after Atalanta gave the go-ahead for him to become Erik ten Hag’s prized striker signing.
Manchester United plot Sofyan Amrabat talks
Friday 4 August 2023 22:47 , Marc Mayo
Fiorentina did not name Sofyan Amrabat in their squad for friendlies against Newcastle and Nice at St James’ Park this weekend.
As such, links with a move to Manchester United are increasing.
Fabrizio Romano claims United will soon open talks to sign the midfielder but first need to sell both Fred and Donny van de Beek.
Micky van de Ven set for Tottenham medical
Friday 4 August 2023 22:43 , Marc Mayo
Tottenham finally appear to be closing in on a move for Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven.
The Wolfsburg defender has been a target all summer as Spurs look to rebuild their defensive.
Now, a move is close.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Dutchman is heading to England for a medical in the coming hours.
Kylian Mbappe agrees terms on Chelsea move
Friday 4 August 2023 22:35 , Marc Mayo
It is no secret that Paris Saint-Germain want to sell Kylian Mbappe this summer.
The forward has rejected the chance to extend his contract in the French capital amid long-standing links with a move to Real Madrid.
Naturally, a host of top European clubs are keen on the striker, as well as Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia.
Spanish outlet Sport provide a new update.
They claim Mbappe has agreed terms on a move to Chelsea to link up with Mauricio Pochettino once again, albeit if they allow him to move to Madrid after only one year.
Arsenal ready to make move for Moises Caicedo
Friday 4 August 2023 22:32 , Marc Mayo
Despite spending big this summer, Arsenal look ready to try and hijack Chelsea’s move for Moises Caicedo.
Brighton have so far rejected any attempts to sign the midfielder this summer as they hold out for £100m.
It remains unclear as to whether the Blues will bid again but fresh reports claim the Gunners could enter the race once more.
The Independent suggest Arsenal remain interested in the player after trying to sign him in January.
