Transfer news LIVE! Chelsea in Isak talks; Arsenal to sign Gyokeres this week; Spurs make Bowen move; Man Utd

Evening Standard

·26 giugno 2024

Transfer news LIVE! Chelsea in Isak talks; Arsenal to sign Gyokeres this week; Spurs make Bowen move; Man Utd

All the latest updates, deals, gossip and rumours during the summer transfer window

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Arsenal could wrap up a deal for a new striker within days, according to latest reports, with talks ongoing over Sporting's £86million-rated Viktor Gyokeres. Mikel Arteta is desperate for a new focal point to his attack, and Serhou Guirassy, Johan Bakayoko and Victor Osimhen have also been linked. Also on their radar is Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino, and Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich.

Chelsea have cooled their own interest in Guirassy, but have begun talks over a huge move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak which would break the club’s transfer record. Barcelona wonderkid Marc Guiu is expeced to join on a cut-price £5m deal and Omari Kellyman's arrival from Aston Villa will soon be announced. Jonathan David has been discussed, and is also attracting Tottenham and West Ham

Spurs are determined to sign Eberechi Eze in a deal which could cost £60m and reportedly failed in an approach for Jarrod Bowen amid links with Sebastian Szymanski. Manchester United have made their first move for Manuel Ugarte, who PSG are willing to sell, but face a tough task luring Leny Yoro to Old Trafford. Follow all the latest updates from the summer transfer window with Standard Sport’s live blog!

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Chelsea trigger release clause as Blues consider move for new forward

Chelsea now expect to complete the £5million signing of Barcelona’s teenage striker Marc Guiu.

The Blues are understood to have struck a deal in principle with the 18-year-old forward, with the Stamford Bridge club ready to meet his modest £5million release clause.

Guiu has had a new offer on the table from Barcelona, alongside Chelsea’s proposal.

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52 minutes ago

Alexander Isak price set amid Chelsea interest

Alexander Isak is the latest big name being linked with a move to Chelsea, who are said to have made contact with Newcastle.

Still, according to the Northern Echo, the Magpies are ready to demand as much as £200m.

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1 hour ago

Man United frustrated in Manuel Ugarte bid

PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte is believed to be one of Manchester United’s leading targets this summer.

An initial bid is thought to have been rejected and, according to GIVEMESPORT, the Red Devils have been frustrated in their pursuit.

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Antonio Conte addresses Romelu Lukaku transfer rumours

Napoli are keen on Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku, having appointed Antonio Conte earlier this summer.

Whether or not the Italian giants will be able to do a deal for the Belgian remains to be seen of course but Conte told reporters: “He’s an excellent player, top player. There’s nothing else to say”. “You always hope to have a player like Romelu on your side… and not against you.”

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2 hours ago

Michael Olise set for Bayern medical

It is expected that Michael Olise will seal a move to Bayern Munich this week.

Chelsea were among the Premier League clubs pushing to sign the Crystal Palace star, but it is Bayern who have won the race.

Sky Germany report that a medical will take place before the end of the week, with Olise signing a five-year deal to complete the move.

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3 hours ago

Chelsea plan Marc Guiu medical after six-year deal agreed

Chelsea have agreed a six-year deal with Marc Guiu ahead of triggering the €6million (£5m) release clause in his Barcelona contract.

That's according to The Athletic, who report that the Blues have managed to convince the product of Barcelona’s La Masia youth academy to leave Barca after 11 years at the club.

A medical will take place in London over the coming days.

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3 hours ago

Wes Foderingham on joining West Ham

“It feels brilliant to be a Hammer. As soon as I heard of the interest, it was something that I was keen to get sorted and get done and I’m just delighted to be here.

“I've been fortunate to play for teams with a real strong fanbase, a fanbase that's passionate about their club, and West Ham are no different. They're a fanbase that care deeply about their football club, it’s a family club as well, and I find it's always better to play for a team where you have those supporters cheering you on week in, week out.”