The summer window is stepping up a gear with Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham and Liverpool all in talks to wrap up major deals as pre-season begins. Arsenal are pursuing Bruno Guimaraes and Morgan Rogers, with both midfielders equally keen to join. The Newcastle captain is said to have agreed personal terms on a five-year contract, while the progress on Aston Villa star will come after the World Cup. Bradley Barcola will cost £130million, and Christos Tzolis is another target.
Man Utd have pulled the plug on Ederson’s move from Atlanta following concerns over his fitness, and could now turn to Manu Kone, Carlos Baleba or Alex Scott, who is also attracting interest from Chelsea and the Gunners. Michael Carrick is also an admirer of Crysencio Summerville. Chelsea are still working on deals for Pep Chavarria and Maxence Lacroix.
Tottenham remain interested in Savinho and Rafael Leao, while Cody Gakpo’s situation at Liverpool. Links with a £100m move for eli Junior Kroupi rumble on. Liverpool are undeterred by Paris Saint-Germain’s asking price for Barcola. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Mourinho wants McTominay reunion
Jose Mourinho has demanded that Real Madrid explore a move forScott McTominay.
According to Nico Schira, an Italian journalist, the Real Madrid manager wants a reunion with the Scot.
The pair previously worked together at Manchester United, and the Napoli star could now be on Los Blancos’ list of midfield targets this summer.
Garnacho and Chelsea working on summer exit
Chelsea have set a £43 million valuation for Alejandro Garnacho and are pushing for a permanent exit this summer.
That’s according to Ben Jacobs, who reports that talks have taken place with Roma, but the Serie A club prefer an initial loan deal. Chelsea remain firm on a full sale.
Garnacho is attracting interest from clubs in England, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. Like Andrey Santos, the Argentine wants guaranteed regular first-team football, something Chelsea cannot promise.
Both the player and the club are working together to secure a move. Garnacho has not yet returned for pre-season training, with hopes of completing an exit within the next two weeks.
Arsenal set to sign Christos Tzolis
Arsenal are apparently ready to clinch the signing of Christos Tzolis.
The Gunners are stepping up their summer transfer business with the end of a marathon World Cup now in sight, having announced the arrival of Illan Meslier yesterday as they continue to push for the likes of Bruno Guimaraes, Morgan Rogers and Bradley Barcola.
According to The Sun, Arsenal are now preparing to finalise a move for Club Brugge winger Tzolis worth around £35m – a record for the Belgian club.
The Greek international, formerly of Norwich, is seen as a replacement down the left flank for Leandro Trossard, who is poised to complete a £17m switch to Besiktas soon.
Crystal Palace eye fringe Arsenal man
Crystal Palace could move to sign Christian Norgaard this summer if Arsenal buy Bruno Guimaraes.
The Dane, already a fringe member of the squad, will see his already scant minutes decrease further if Newcastle’s Brazilian moves to London.
And reports in the Danish press suggest Crystal Palace might be interested in taking him on, though he could also stay with Arsenal as a reserve.
Junior Kroupi wants to join Tottenham
Eli Junior Kroupi wants to join Tottenham.
That’s according to TEAMtalk, who report that the Bournemouth striker prefers a move to Spurs over Paris Saint-Germain because he wants regular first-team football rather than a squad role behind PSG’s established stars.
As a result, PSG have shifted their focus to Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, with personal terms reportedly agreed and club negotiations progressing.
Tottenham now believe they are in a stronger position to land Kroupi, who is viewed as a priority target by Roberto De Zerbi as the club continues reshaping its attacking options this summer.
Hjulmand set for Atletico move
Talking of hijacks, Chelsea have failed in one.
The Blues have reportedly fallen short in a late attempt to scupper Atletico Madrid’s move for Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand.
The Dane has won interest from a variety of clubs this summer, but agreed to join Atletico for around £34m, with the deal due to be completed in short order.
Reports in Spain suggest Chelsea made a last-gasp approach to hijack the move, but fell short as the player,. who has an Arsenal tattoo on his left shoulder, already had his heart set on moving to Madrid.
Jeremy Monga on Man City move
“When I became aware that Manchester City were interested, I knew instantly this was the right choice for me.
“For any young footballer, to become part of this amazing club is a dream come true.
“This has been the best club in England over the past 10 years. And it has also handed opportunities to players from the academy like Phil Foden and Nico O’Reilly which shows that the pathway is there.
“It is a privilege to be here and I’m delighted to have joined.”
Done deal! Man City sign Monga
Manchester City have announced the signing of teenage winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester on a five-year deal.
Monga made his Premier League debut for the Foxes at the age of 15 and has decided to join City despite Arsenal thinking they had wrapped up a deal.
The 17-year-old played 37 times for Leicester and was also the youngest player to start a game for the club.
Monga has joined Enzo Maresca’s side in a deal believed to be £10m with add ons on a contract which will take him through to 2031.
Monga becomes the third English player to join Manchester City this summer following the arrivals of goalkeeper Pierce Charles and record signing Elliot Anderson.
Monga featured for the first time in the top flight as a second-half substitute in Leicester’s 3-0 defeat to Newcastle in April 2025 under Ruud van Nistelrooy and then made his first start in the Carabao Cup against Huddersfield in August 2025.
The England Under 19 international is also the third-youngest player to ever play in the Premier League behind Arsenal pair Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman.
Chelsea make bid for Mexico star Quinones
Chelsea have made an offer to sign Mexico striker Julian Quinones following his impressive performances at the 2026 World Cup.
That’s according to Saudi outlet Asharq Al-Awsat, who report that the 29-year-old recently signed a new contract with Al-Qadsiah at the end of last season.
Quinones became the first Saudi Pro League player to score at a World Cup after netting Mexico’s opener against South Africa at the Azteca Stadium.
He also scored against the Czechia, Ecuador and England, after finishing as the Saudi Pro League’s top scorer with 33 goals for Al-Qadsiah last season.
Chelsea set eyes on Camavinga swoop
Xabi Alonso wants Chelsea to sign Eduardo Camavinga.
Per reports in Spain, Alonso would make the Frenchman a “key part” of his team.
The report from El Nacional adds that Los Blancos would be willing to listen to offers in the region of €80m (£68m).
The final decision may fall to the player, though, and he could be pushed to depart after Aurelien Tchouameni extended his deal.
Source: www.standard.co.uk
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