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The transfer window is now open again following the start of this summer’s Club World Cup with clubs able to accelerate deals ahead of the new season.

Arsenal hope to bring in Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi but Mikel Arteta has made RB Leipzig striker, Benjamin Sesko, their priority as talks continue over a deal with Sesko’s agent clarifying the situation. Also, the Gunners have reportedly submitted an initial offer for another forward option – Sporting’s Viktor Gyokeres.

Liverpool are making plans for a Florian Wirtz medical later this week after agreeing a record £116.5m deal for the German superstar. The Premier League champions, who have already brought in Jeremie Frimpong, will make Wirtz their club-record signing after agreeing a deal with Bayer Leverkusen though rumours abound that Newcastle forward Alexander Isak is also on their radar.

Manchester United, who have secured Matheus Cunha from Wolves for £62.5m, are negotiating with Brentford about Bryan Mbeumo and a third bid is reportedly coming soon. Mbeumo would prefer a move to Old Trafford over Tottenham Hotspur even as Thomas Frank takes charges in north London – though Spurs want Mbeumo and teammate Yoane Wissa.

You can to watch every Club World Cup game for free, while all the latest updates, rumours and done deals from what promises to be a chaotic transfer window will be covered in the blog below:

Bryan Mbeumo responds to transfer speculation after Man United transfer bid

Bryan Mbeumo has spoken publicly for the first time since Manchester United and Tottenham launched their battle for his signature.

The 25-year-old appears to be on his way out of Brentford after an outstanding season in which he scored 20 goals for the west London club.

Manchester United have seen a first offer rejected, in the region of £45m with £10m in add-ons, and Spurs have stepped up their interest after hiring ex-Brentford boss Thomas Frank to replace the sacked Ange Postecoglou.

Bryan Mbeumo responds to transfer speculation after Man United transfer bid

Mbeumo is wanted by Manchester United and Tottenham this summer

Lawrence Ostlere19 June 2025 09:50

Man Utd thinking of new Mbeumo bid

Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo says he "accepts" the speculation surrounding his future amid interest from Manchester United.

United submitted a £45m bid with £10m worth of add ons which was rejected by Brentford.

The Old Trafford hierachy are now seriously considering another offer.

Mbeumo scored 20 Premier League goals last season and is valued in excess of £60m by the Bees.

Speaking to Sky Sports' Craig Slater at the Canadian Grand Prix, Mbeumo said: "It (transfer speculation) is a bit new for me I would say.

"I think it can be the life of a footballer and you need to accept it."

Mike Jones19 June 2025 09:39

Norwich close in on Ajax defender

Norwich City are closing in on the signing of Ajax centre-back Jakov Medic.

The deal is believed to be worth around £2.5m with the Championship side paying £1.8m up front.

Medic has three years left on his Ajax contract but spent last season on loan at VfL Bochum.

He scored once in 23 Bundesliga games.

Mike Jones19 June 2025 09:30

Mike Jones19 June 2025 09:20

Lopez having Wolves medical

Fer Lopez had a medical at Wolves on Wednesday ahead of his move from Celta Vigo.

Wolves have agreed an initial £19.6m deal.

The fee could potentially rise to £21.3m if additional £1.7m add-ons are met.

The 21-year-old made 17 appearances in La Liga last season and scored two goals.

Mike Jones19 June 2025 09:12

Xhaka set for Milan move

Granit Xhaka has agreed with AC Milan a two-year contract, but the midfielder is still waiting for Milan to agree a fee with Leverkusen.

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Mike Jones19 June 2025 09:00

Bayern target Liverpool forward after Williams falls through

Bayern Munich have put Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo on their list of targets after their efforts to sign Nico Williams fall flat.

Barcelona are known to be in pole position to capture the Athletic Bilbao and Spain winger, but still need to agree a fee with Athletic.

Bayern have now moved on to other players, with Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma and Liverpool’s Gakpo on their shortlist, according to Sky Sports Germany.

Gakpo is thought to be happy at Anfield but the Dutchman had to settle for a place on the bench at times under Arne Slot last season. Slot, however, could lose Luis Diaz this summer and will want to retain at least one of his favoured left wingers.

Mike Jones19 June 2025 08:49

Chelsea lead race for Dortmund's Gittens

Chelsea lead the race for Borussia Dortmund’s talented young winger Jamie Gittens.

The 20-year-old Gittens has impressed at Dortmund, scoring 12 goals in 49 games this season and playing an integral role in the campaign.

He has already agreed personal terms on a long contract at Stamford Bridge, reports Fabrizio Romano, and is refusing to speak with other clubs. Now it is up to Chelsea to meet Dortmund’s price tag.

Mike Jones19 June 2025 08:39

Isak on Liverpool's radar?

Now, put this one down in the wild rumour camp but Liverpool have reportedly put Newcastle United forward Alexander Isak on their radar.

GiveMeSport say that the Reds are preparing a big bid for Isak which would surpass the club record spend of £116m they are doing to bring in Florian Wirtz.

That seemingly goes against Liverpool’s transfer market caution and Newcastle will be reluctant to let Isak go cheaply.

Along with Wirtz, Liverpool have already signed Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez is set to arrive as well.

A huge expenditure for Isak doesn’t seem possible, at least not in this window, even for a club as popular as Liverpool.

Chalk this one down as intriguing but highly unlikely.

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Mike Jones19 June 2025 08:32

Arsenal hold initial talks with Rodrygo

Arsenal have held “exploratory talks” with Real Madrid forward Rodrygo as Mikel Arteta seeks to upgrade his forward options.

Rodrygo’s role in the Madrid faded towards the end of last season, and The Independent reported this month that the 24-year-old Brazilian would not be a natural fit for new manager Xabi Alonso’s preferred system.

Ben Jacobs reports that Arsenal hold a “genuine interest” in Rodrygo, with ongoing talks dating back to May. Madrid value their player at around €90m.

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Mike Jones19 June 2025 08:30