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The summer transfer window officially opens on Monday and Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham are all working hard to secure early signings. Arsenal are said to be exploring a dream move for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, having also held talks over Morocco’s World Cup star Ayyoub Bouaddi, who is open to a switch to north London. The Gunners are believed to have made an approach for Christos Tzolis as they also target Ander Barrenetxea, with Morgan Rogers and Julian Alvarez among their other high-profile targets.

Arsenal will face competition from Manchester United and Liverpool for PSG’s Bradley Barcola, with Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli potentially both on the way out. United are leading Arsenal in the race for Mateus Fernandes and also battling hard for Rogers, as well as looking at the likes of Lewis Hall, Antonee Robinson and Tyler Adams. Marcus Rashford’s future remains undecided as Barcelona seek a cheaper return, though Michael Carrick could yet welcome him back to Old Trafford.

Brentford are rivalling Arsenal for Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga, while Tottenham are continuing to chase Jan Paul van Hecke and Savinho after rejecting Brighton’s bid for Luka Vuskovic as Liverpool eye Yan Diomande and Adam Wharton. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Brentford rival Arsenal for Jeremy Monga deal

Arsenal face new competition from Brentford in the race to sign Jeremy Monga.

The Leicester wonderkid looked to be on his way to the Emirates Stadium this summer after reaching an agreement over personal terms.

However, it seems that deal is far from done as Brentford look to get one over on their London rivals.

According to The Times, the Bees are aiming to pip Arsenal to the signing of 16-year-old winger Monga, whose departure from Leicester will be accelerated after their disastrous relegation to League One.

Ayyoub Bouaddi open to Arsenal transfer

More now on Arsenal’s rumoured interest in Ayyoub Bouaddi.

We’ve already discussed this morning how the Gunners - along with Liverpool - are said to have held direct talks with the agent of Lille’s teenage sensation and a long-time PSG transfer target, who bossed the midfield for Morocco against Brazil in their World Cup opener on Saturday night.

Sacha Tavolieri of Sky Sport reports that Arsenal have actually been working on a deal for Bouaddi for several months now and been in contact with his camp since January 2025.

Their pitch to the player, 18, that he will immediately have a key role for the Premier League champions under Mikel Arteta has apparently made him open to the move, despite preferring PSG.

More talks are believed to be planned for after the World Cup.

Tottenham reject Luka Vuskovic bid amid Jan Paul van Hecke update

Tottenham appear to have rejected Brighton’s bid for Luka Vuskovic.

Standard Sport was among the outlets to report on Friday that Spurs had received a £30m offer from their Premier League rivals for the highly-rated young Croatian defender, who has impressed this season on loan at German club Hamburg.

Vuskovic was believed to be open to moving to the Amex Stadium as he looks to secure regular first-team football for next term.

However, according to talkSPORT, Tottenham have now turned down Brighton’s initial approach for the 19-year-old centre-back, who they say is also wanted by European heavyweights such as Bayern Munich, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter Milan and Juventus.

But despite that refusal, Spurs separately continue to attempt to sign Brighton defender Jan Paul van Hecke, having seen two bids for the Dutch international rejected so far.

Speaking from the Netherlands’ camp ahead of his country’s World Cup opener against Japan in Dallas on Sunday, Van Hecke said that “clarity” over his club future would likely come after the tournament.

Liverpool have also been linked with Van Hecke, who is said to want to reunite with ex-Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi in north London.

Man Utd weigh up Tyler Adams swoop

Bradley Barcola is far from the only name on Manchester United’s transfer shortlist this summer.

Having handed former interim boss Michael Carrick the permanent managerial reins, the Red Devils appear intent on getting the bulk of their incoming business done early after already clinching the £35m arrival of Brazil midfielder Ederson from Atalanta.

A new left-back is high on the agenda at Old Trafford, with Sky Sports reporting that Newcastle’s Lewis Hall and Fulham’s Antonee Robinson are both targets to become the long-term successor to Luke Shaw.

Further midfield recruits are also wanted, with Manuel Ugarte expected to follow Casemiro out of the exit door after the World Cup.

A number of reports now claim that United are keeping tabs on Bournemouth’s USA star Tyler Adams, an international team-mate of Robinson’s who is also liked by Chelsea and could yet be targeted for a swift reunion with former boss Andoni Iraola at Liverpool.

Man Utd enter race for Bradley Barcola

Manchester United look set to battle Arsenal and Liverpool for the signing of Bradley Barcola this summer.

The France forward could be set to leave PSG in the months ahead after reports that he was disappointed not to have started the recent Champions League final against Arsenal in Budapest.

PSG want to keep Barcola, but apparently will allow him to depart if he wants to go and his valuation of approximately £60m is met.

Arsenal and Liverpool have been in hot pursuit of the 23-year-old, but TEAMtalk now claim that Manchester United have also held internal discussions about potentially bringing him to Old Trafford.

Manchester City and Chelsea are also reported to hold an interest in Barcola.

Arsenal hold talks over Ayyoub Bouaddi deal

Ayyoub Bouaddi is the name on the lips of practically every Arsenal fan just at the moment after his impressive start to the World Cup.

The 18-year-old Lille sensation ran the show in midfield for Morocco on Saturday night as they drew 1-1 with Brazil in their Group C opener in New Jersey.

Bouaddi is a player in high demand this summer after shining in Ligue 1 and transfer guru Fabrizio Romano now reports that there has been “direct contact” with both Arsenal and Liverpool, who have each held talks with the player’s agent.

PSG are also said to be long-time admirers of Bouaddi, who it is believed will be available for a fee of around £60m.

Arsenal eye move for 'dream target' Kenan Yildiz

Arsenal are exploring a move for Juventus winger Kenan Yildiz, reports claim.

The Gunners are on the lookout for statement signings this summer as they look to build upon a phenomenal season in which they ended a 22-year wait for Premier League title glory and also reached the final of the Champions League.

Yildiz, 21, is one high-profile player in their sights, with The Mirror reporting that Mikel Arteta sees him as a “dream target” for the left flank amid growing doubts over the respective Emirates Stadium futures of Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli.

Arsenal have apparently not been put off by Juventus’ £86m asking price, though any deal will have to wait until after the World Cup finals, where Yildiz is a key player for Turkey.

He came on at half-time on Saturday night as Vincenzo Montella’s side surprisingly lost their Group D opener 2-0 to Australia in Vancouver.

Man Utd left-back targets revealed

Manchester United have their eyes on two key left-back targets this summer.

Sky Sports report that they are Fulham’s Antonee Robinson and Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall.

The Red Devils need competition for Luke Shaw in that position.

Newcastle value Hall at no less than £60million, while Robinson, in the final two years of his deal in west London, could be available for a cheaper price.

Mourinho names midfield priority

Jose Mourinho wants Real Madrid to sign Morten Hjulmand to reinforce his midfield, according to Defensa Central.

The Dane, who currently plays for Sporting Lisbon, has emerged as an alternative for Mateus Fernandes, the West Ham midfielder, with Manchester United now the frontrunners for his signature.

Hjulmand is reported to have a €80million release clause in his contract in Portugal, and he is also being courted by Atletico Madrid, who have reportedly offered €40m for his services.

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Barca open new contract talks

Barcelona have opened new contract talks with Ferran Torres, according to Mundo Deportivo.

The Spaniard’s current deal at the Nou Camp expires next year, and the La Liga champions have decided to act now to tie him down to fresh terms.

He has often been deployed as a deputy striker in Robert Lewandowski’s absence. but he can also play out wide.