The summer transfer window is open and Tottenham are continuing their early recruitment drive as Brighton’s Yves Bissouma heads for a medical before completing a £25m move, Middlesbrough’s Djed Spence is said to be keen on a move as part of Antonio Conte’s rebuild along with Richarlison, Christian Eriksen and Arsenal target Raphinha.
Talking of the Gunners, they are yet to sign a first-team player, although Man City’s Gabriel Jesus remains a key target to solve their forward problems. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to be linked with Ousmane Dembele but may face a hitch in their deal to sign Jules Kounde.
Elsewhere, Liverpool have signed Darwin Nunez in a deal with could reach £85million and Manchester United continue to push for their first signing of the Erik ten Hag eta, with Frenkie de Jong and Eriksen heavily linked. West Ham are closing in on Nayef Aguerd as their first summer deal.
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Jesus ‘wants to join Arsenal’
Gabriel Jesus is ready to turn his back on Champions League football and sign for Arsenal.
That’s according to Kevin Campbell, who told Highbury Squad: “Jesus can go and play Champions League football. But he wants to come to Arsenal.
“One, because he knows the manager, two, because he knows the system and three, which is the most important thing, he wants to be the main man.”
Chelsea want Kepa replacement
Chelsea are reportedly weighinh up a move for Lazio goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha this summer.
Fabrizio Romano claims the Blues could line up a free transfer for the 27-year-old, with his contract set to expire.
Strakosha would serve as replacement to Kepa Arizabalaga is could leave Stamford Bridge this summer.
ICYMI: Tottenham beat Arsenal to Bissouma
Both Manchester United and Arsenal held an interest in signing Yves Bissouma prior to Tottenham agreeing a £25m fee with Brighton, writes Simon Collings.
The Premier League giants are both understood to have cast keen eyes over the midfielder, but Spurs are closing in with a medical booked for Thursday.
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Spurs line up Destiny
Sky Sports Italia report on a meeting between Tottenham transfer chief Fabio Paratici and Destiny Udogie’s agents in recent days.
The Udinese winger, 19, is said to be a target for Spurs and Juventus with Udogie’s camp attempting to lower his price tag to push through a deal.
The Serie A side want around £17million for Udogie, and Paratici has contacted the Zebrette to register Tottenham’s interest.
Torreira heading back to Arsenal
Lucas Torreira has failed to agree a permanent move to Fiorentina and will now return to Arsenal.
According to reports, the Serie A side were unwilling to pay more than £6m for the player who has one year to run on his contract.
More on Darwin Nunez
Liverpool have signed Darwin Nunez on a deal potentially worth a club-record £85illion.
The striker arrives from Benfica in a deal worth an initial £65m, with very achievable add-ons that could take the deal to £85m. Manchester United had made Nunez one of their key targets but the Reds were in pole position after firming up their interest.
Nunez will wear the no27 shirt number and has signed a six-year deal.
“I’m really happy and delighted to be here at Liverpool. It’s a massive club,” Nunez said.
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Done deal! Liverpool sign Darwin Nunez
Here he is! Liverpool have signed Darwin Nunez on a deal potentially worth a club-record £85million.
Here we (nearly) go
Darwin Nunez is imminent.
Chelsea to be offered Dest
Barcelona will offer Chelsea the chance to sign Sergino Dest as part of an exchange deal for Marcos Alonso, according to 90min.
Alonso is keen to join Barcelona and the Catalan club hope offering the USA international as part of the deal will force the Blues’ hand.
Richarlison favours Spurs and Chelsea
Everton star Richarlison has decided he wants to join Chelsea or Tottenham, according to UOL.
The Brazilian is expected to be sold this summer and the striker feels a move to a Champions League club over the likes of Arsenal will boost his chances of playing at the World Cup in November.
