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The new Premier League season is just two weeks away and the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are all working hard on completing deals before the big kick-off. The Gunners finally have their much-needed striker, and £64million man Viktor Gyokeres made his debut in Thursday’s pre-season defeat to Tottenham. Next on the hitlist is Eberechi Eze, but the Crystal Palace star’s £68m release clause expires today, so Arsenal have some work to do.
Liverpool, meanwhile, are working on a first formal offer for Alexander Isak, who is desperate to leave Newcastle. A second British-record-beating deal is in the offing, and this one could cost upwards of £135. Newcastle want Benjamin Sesko has his replacement, though Man United are doing all they can to snap up the RB Leipzig striker.
Chelsea are closing in on the double signing of Jorrel Hato and Xavi Simons, and retain an interest in Alejandro Garnacho. The spending does not stop. Tottenham are also closing on the signing of a new midfielder with Joao Palhinha open to joining on loan from Bayern Munich. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
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More on Tottenham’s move for Joao Palhinha as the Bayern midfielder is set to undergo a medical today.
Dom Smith reports that Spurs have agreed a deal with the German giants to sign the midfielder on loan with an option to buy.
Palhinha, who had interest from elsewhere, made his intention to join Spurs clear once he heard of their interest in him.
Spurs will cover Palhinha’s full wages and have an option to make the move more permanent next season, reportedly for £26million (€30m).
Palhinha joined Bayern for an initial £43.2m fee last summer, representing a club-record player sale for Fulham.
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“I’m excited to get going. As soon as I heard Rangers were interested and wanted me to come, it was a massive opportunity for me.
“I’m excited to be here and hopefully I can show the fans and everyone what I can do.
“I think with the new boss and the way that we play, it’s a great place to be at the minute. It was a pretty easy decision for me to come here.”
Young Tottenham star Mikey Moore has joined Rangers on loan for the season.
Moore moves to Scotland with a big reputation, having become Spurs’ youngest ever Premier League debutant in May 2024.
He scored his first goal during last season’s run to Europa League glory.
Chelsea have been monitoring Club Brugge’s Ardon Jashari, but look set to miss out on the midfielder.
The Blues were reportedly weighing up making a move to sign the 23-year-old, with Bayer Leverkusen also interested.
But journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports that Jashari only has eyes for AC Milan, who are expected to seal his signature.
Tottenham are looking to hijack Juventus’ permanent move for Randal Kolo Muani.
Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juve from Paris Saint-Germain, having rejected advances from Spurs. and proved a success.
The striker scored five goals in his first three games and finished wtih a flurry at the Club World Cup, so Juve are keen to sign the player permanently.
However, Mediaset report that uncertainty over Dusan Vlahovic’s future in Turin is delaying a deal getting over the line and Spurs sense an opportunity. PSG want €50million to sell, or with an obligation to buy on a loan deal.
Manchester United and Newcastle, who are battling for Sesko, are also monitoring the situation.
Benjamin Sesko is set to make his final decision on a summer transfer, and Manchester United are expected to have an advantage over Newcastle.
The Premier League pair have both reportedly made contact with RB Leipzig over a move for the £70m-rated striker. Man Utd are desperate to continue upgrading their forward line, having already spent in excess of £130million on Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
Newcastle, meanwhile, face the ever-growing reality of losing star frontman Alexander Isak, who has asked to leave amid interest from Liverpool. The Magpies have reportedly told the Premier League champions that they will not sanction Isak’s exit without first signing two replacements.
So, Sesko’s imminent decision on his future will be hugely important and will impact both Man Utd and Newcastle’s summer, but also Liverpool’s and their pursuit of Isak.
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Manchester City are considering sending Vitor Reis, their new centre-back, on loan.
The Brazilian arrived at City to great fanfare back in January, but has struggled for game time since his move.
Now, Sky Sports report that he could move to Girona, City’s sister club. on a temporary deal to get more regular minutes.
Manchester United are interested in a eye-catching move for Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The goalkeeper, arguably the best in the world, is in the final year of his contract with Paris Saint-Germain and have rejected multiple offers of an extension.
The main stumbling block in contract talks is reportedly due to PSG wanting Donnarumma to take a pay cut, which he is refusing to do.
As such, PSG are closing in on a deal for Lille’s Lucas Chevalier as his replacement, and United are keen to take advantage.
Sky Sports report that United want to replace Andre Onana but Donnarumma is in no rush to make a decision and could even stay and compete with Chevalier.
PSG are closing in on the signing of Bournemouth’s Ilya Zabarnyi.
Fabrizio Romano reports that the central defender, who has agreed personal terms with the French giants, is near a switch to Ligue 1
Tottenham were also linked with the Ukrainian, who is valued at around £60million, but final negotiations are ongoing between PSG and Bournemouth.
Young Chelsea star Kendry Paez has joined Strasbourg on a season-long loan.
The young Ecuador star completed his move to Stamford Bridge from Independiente del Valle this summer after turning 18 in May.
Chelsea believe a loan spell with sister club Strasbourg in Ligue 1 is best for the next stage of his development, and joins 19-year-old goalkeeper Mike Penders as one of two Chelsea loanees at Strasbourg.
The French club have also made two permanent signings from Chelsea this summer. Mathias Amougou made the move for a £12.5million fee earlier this month, while Ishe Samuels-Smith joined for £6.5m on Wednesday.
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