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The summer transfer window has now entered its final week with Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United among the club looking to get some big deals over the line. The Gunners may have confirmed the signing of Eberechi Eze over the weekend, but business has not slowed down amid an agreement with Shamrock Rovers for starlet Victor Ozhianvuna and interest in Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie.
Liverpool's pursuit of Alexander Isak could become clearer after the two sides meet at St James’ Park tonight. Elsewhere, the Premier League champions remain interested in Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi but that deal looks difficult to complete as the two clubs are far apart over a transfer fee.
Meanwhile, Tottenham now must seek alternatives after missing out on Eze but have reportedly seen a bid for Nicolas Paz rejected. However, they like Morgan Rogers and could be closing in on the signing of Savinho, with Manchester City tipped to bring in Rodrygo as a replacement. Manchester United have been handed a massive boost for Senne Lammens and Chelsea are set to complete a double deal. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!
Latest transfer news headlines
- Arsenal make move to sign Hincapie
- Tottenham want Rogers and Savinho
- Liverpool to bid for Isak imminently
- Man Utd get major Lammens boost
- Arsenal agree surprise midfielder deal
- Chelsea close in on double sale
Arsenal want £52m defender Hincapie but deal hinges on outgoings
15:15 , Alex YoungArsenal are interested in signing Piero Hincapie before next week’s summer transfer window deadline, writes Simon Collings.
The Bayer Leverkusen centre-back is a target for Mikel Arteta for the left-hand side of his defence, but Standard Sport understands a deal may hinge on the Gunners making space in the first-team squad.
As reported earlier this month, Arsenal hope to shift both Jakub Kiwior and Oleksandr Zinchenko. Porto are expected to bid for the Polish defender this week.
Hincapie has a €60million (£52m) release clause in his contract with Leverkusen, which runs until 2029.
Tottenham have previously been linked with the 23-year-old, but Standard Sport understands reports of interest in the player this summer are false as the club focuses on attacking reinforcements.
RB Leipzig confirm fresh Chelsea talks over Xavi Simons
14:50 , Alex YoungRB Leipzig sporting director Marcel Schafer confirmed last week that Chelsea remain in talks over signing Xavi Simons this month.
Standard Sport understands that Chelsea remain confident of wrapping up a deal for Simons, along with Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho, before the transfer deadline on September 1.
Simons continues to play for Leipzig during the ongoing speculation over his future, and on Friday night played the full 90 minutes as the team fell to a 6-0 defeat to Bayern Munich.
Speaking after the defeat, Schafer told reporters: "As of today, Xavi will stay with us.
"We’ve always said that we make all decisions based on sporting and financial considerations, and that’s why Xavi is our player and why he played today."
Bournemouth confident of landing Disasi
14:25 , Alex YoungBournemouth are now in advanced talks to sign Chelsea outcast Axel Disasi.
Fabrizio Romano reports that both clubs are in direct talks over a deal, which is expected to be permanent.
Disasi is a top target for Bournemouth before next week’s deadline, and the club is confident a deal will be reached.
Another one out the door for Chelsea.
Man Utd want Spurs to join Garnacho race
14:01 , Alex YoungManchester United want Tottenham to join the race to sign Alejandro Garnacho.
GiveMeSport claim that the Red Devils want the north Londoners to make an offer for the Argentine after missing out on Eberechi Eze.
Spurs joining the race for him could mean that United get closer to their £50million valuation for the wantaway forward.
Crystal Palace begin talks over Gallagher loan
13:35 , Alex YoungCrystal Palace have approached Atletico Madrid over a potential loan deal for Conor Gallagher.
Journalist Bobbi Manzi, for News Shopper, reports that Gallagher is open to returning to the club where he spent time on loan four seasons ago.
Gallagher was a key player for Atletico last season but has seen less action during the opening stages of the new campaign.
Fabrizio Romano adds that talks have taken place but, as yet, nothing has been agreed.
Saudi sides remain interested in Fernandes
13:05 , Alex YoungBruno Fernandes continues to garner interest from Saudi clubs after his move to Al Hilal fell through earlier this summer.
Al Ittihad are now interested, according to Ben Jacobs, but are yet to formalise their pursuit.
They could, however, make a move should a sale open a place in the squad.
Tottenham ready huge Rogers bid
12:40 , Alex YoungTottenham are ready to test Aston Villa's resolve with a huge bid for Morgan Rogers.
Journalist Pete O'Rouke claims Rogers is Spurs' dream target for the remainder of the window as they finally look to sign a new No10 at the third time of asking.
Interest in Savinho remains, with Manchester City holding firm on their £70million valuation.
Spurs insist reports of interest in Piero Hincapie are false.
No deal yet between Donnarumma and Man City
12:18 , Alex YoungGianluigi Donnarumma has not yet agreed personal terms Manchester City... but a deal is very much on.
That’s according to the i Paper, who report that City are expected to push ahead with the signing of the Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper.
Summer signing James Trafford struggled against Tottenham at the weekend, and Pep Guardiola is ready to push ahead with a deal for Donnarumma.
Donnarumma’s representatives have long been in contact with City, with the player very keen to make the move, where he plans to be City’s No 1.
Crystal Palace identify multiple potential Eze replacements
11:50 , Alex YoungOliver Glasner says Crystal Palace have identified multiple potential replacements to Eberechi Eze, including some who do not share his weaknesses.
The Eagles are attempting to replace Eze with a player of a similar profile, but have struggled in the transfer market so far this summer.
They hold an interest in Leicester City attacker Bilal El Khannouss as well as Club Brugge’s Christos Tzolis.
Glasner says Palace’s challenge now is in tempting targets to “come to South London”.
Speaking in his press conference after the draw with Forest, the Austrian said: “I won’t talk about the players we need; it makes it more expensive. We want to be competitive in the Premier League, European football and cup competitions — and when you lose one of your top stars, it is pretty clear you have to replace him.
“That is what we are looking for and I’m pretty sure we will get it done because we have already found the right one.”
Man Utd accelerate £17m Lammens talks
11:31 , Alex YoungManchester United are accelerating talks with Royal Antwerp over a £17million deal for Senne Lammens.
The i Paper report that Lammens would come in to provide competition for Andre Onana, rather than usurp him.
That leaves Altay Bayindir heading for the exit door despite playing in both of United's Premier League games so far this season.
Onana has been recovering from a hamstring injury but his position remains secure under Ruben Amorim for now despite a string of errors last season.
Amorim is not expected to hesitate and play Lammens is Onana continues to struggle.
Porto set to make improved Kiwior bid
11:12 , Alex YoungAn update on Jakub Kiwior’s proposed move to Porto.
Fabrizio Romano claims that the Portuguese giants will lodge a new bid this week in excess of €20m.
It would be a loan-with-obligation deal.
Hincapie would likely only come if Kiwior and Zinchenko can be sold.
Arsenal make move to sign Hincapie
10:47 , Alex YoungForget that one, Spurs fans, it looks like Arsenal are now favourites to sign Piero Hincapie.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein reports that the Gunners want to sign the player before the transfer window closes, and the player would pick Arsenal over other interested parties.
He has a €60million (£52m) release clause in his contract, which still has four years left to run, but Arsenal could try to negotiate a lower fee.
The slight spanner in the works is that Arsenal do need to sell some of their deadwood before making their move.
Jakub Kiwior is wanted by Porto, while Oleksandr Zinchenko is also available.
Fabio Vieira and Reiss Nelson are also in the shop window.
Tottenham prepare £60m Savinho bid
10:29 , Alex YoungTottenham will this week step up their interest in Man City winger Savinho after their move to sign Eberechi Eze was hijacked by Arsenal.
Spurs are prepared to spend as much as €70m (£60.6m) to get the deal over the line, according to various reports, but City are not thought to be keen to sell.
Savinho, though, wants to make the move.
This one could go down to the wire...
Tottenham in talks to sign £52m Hincapie
10:07 , Alex YoungTottenham are in talks with Bayer Leverkusen over a loan-to-buy deal for Piero Hincapie.
Hincapie is Spurs’ top defender target this summer, and the interest is mutual as the player looks to leave Leverkusen before the transfer deadline.
He has a €60million (£52m) release clause, which Spurs are ready to meet - but next summer.
Fabrizio Romano reports that Spurs would take the player on loan for a season and then pay the full clause next summer.
Personal terms are already being discussed.
Roma interested in Tyrique George
09:57 , Alex YoungChelsea youngster Tyrique George is the subject of transfer interest from Roma, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The young winger impressed at times last season but is expected to leave in search of improved playing time after Chelsea signed a raft of new attacking talent this summer.
Roma contacted Chelsea in July to ask about deal conditions, and could look to bring in the player if a move for Jadon Sancho falls through.
RB Leipzig and some Premier League sides are also known to be interested.
Tottenham show interest in Paqueta
09:42 , Alex YoungTottenham could look to Lucas Paqueta as an option to bolster their midfield.
Having been cleared of spot-fixing charges, the Brazilian has started the season reasonably well in spite of West Ham’s struggles.
And the Daily Mail report that Spurs are keen on a second summer raid on their rivals after taking Mohammed Kudus off their hands.
Thomas Frank is reportedly keen to add ‘vision and creativity’ to his squad.
Donnarumma latsest
09:25 , Alex YoungGianluigi Donnarumma’s mooted move to Man City could be hampered by Ederson’s move to Galatasaray.
City need to offload Ederson before they can move ahead in signing the Italian from PSG, but talks over the Brazilian’s move seem to have slowed as Galatasaray look to other targets.
Donnarumma has agreed personal terms with City.
Aston Villa enter Nkunku race
09:07 , Alex YoungAston Villa have made contact with Chelsea regarding Christopher Nkunku.
Villa have previously been linked with interest in Nicolas Jackson.
According to Fabrizio Romano, the Blues have informed Villa of their conditions.
Villa will have to fight Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig for his signature, though.
Boniface fails Milan medical amid Hojlund interest
08:55 , Alex YoungAC Milan have decided not to sign Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen on the advice of the doctor who carried out his medical.
He has already returned to Germany and will rejoin training with Bayer Leverkusen.
He missed several games in recent years with muscle issues.
AC Milan still want to add two strikers in this window, and are known to be among the clubs interested in Rasmus Hojlund.
Liverpool set to make second Isak bid
08:45 , Alex YoungNewcastle are expecting a second Liverpool bid for Alexander Isak before the transfer window shuts on September 1.
The two teams face off tonight in what will be a fiery atmosphere at St James' Park, but Isak will obviously not be involved as he remains desperate to join the club.
Liverpool have not bid since seeing an opening offer worth £110million rejected on August 1. More than three weeks later, another is considered imminent.
And the i Paper report this morning that Liverpool could lodged an improved bid as early as tomorrow, once the fireworks of tonight's Premier League clash are out the way.
Spurs see £61m Nico Paz bid rejected
08:33 , Alex YoungTottenham have submitted an improved transfer bid worth £61million (€70million) for Como star Nico Paz.
However, reports claim the Serie A side have rejected the offer.
Spurs have made Paz their primary target after missing out on Eberechi Eze to arch-rivals Arsenal.
But it is claimed that Paz wants to stay at Como this season before returning to Real Madrid, who have a buy-back option on the Argentine.
Man Utd get Lammens boost
08:25 , Alex YoungRoyal Antwerp appear to have accepted they will be losing Senne Lammens before the summer transfer window closes amid interest from Manchester United.
Man United are understood to be in talks with Antwerp about a move for their goalkeeper.
Lammens was left out of the Antwerp squad for their 2-1 win over Mechelen.
Whether that means a definitive decision has been made remains to be seen, but Antwerp certainly did not want to risk a potential deal by selecting the 23-year-old.
Rodrygo latest
08:17 , Alex YoungReal Madrid winger Rodrygo is a name to keep an eye on in the final week of the summer transfer window.
Tipped to leave the Spanish giants amid links to Arsenal, Manchester City and Liverpool, the Brazilian reportedly has an £86.6million price-tag on his head.
When discussing Rodrygo's future on Sunday, journalist Fabrizio Romano feels the 24-year-old's future is linked to what happens with Man City winger Savinho.
He said: “My feeling is that for Man City, the only way to open doors for Savinho to go is if they find the right replacement.
“The player they want remains Rodrygo from Real Madrid but Rodrygo is very expensive – more than €100m [£86.6m]. He has a big salary, Rodrygo is very happy at Real Madrid, so it’s a deal to build.
“I always told you about Man City wanting Rodrygo, but you have to build this one. By ‘build’ I mean salary, convincing the player, and also the fee for Real Madrid. This is not something you close in 24 hours.”
Double medical booked
08:09 , Alex YoungChelsea’s list of summer outgoings is set to continue growing as Carney Chukwuemeka and Aaron Anselmino both close in on moves to Borussia Dortmund, writes Dom Smith.
Chukwuemeka is set to rejoin the Bundesliga outfit permanently after spending six months on loan there last season, while Anselmino is set for a simple loan move with no option to buy.
Both players have been given permission to travel for their medicals, which are pencilled in for today.
Victor Ozhianvuna agrees to join Arsenal
08:05 , Alex YoungArsenal are set to sign Shamrock Rovers starlet Victor Ozhianvuna in a record sale for the League of Ireland, writes Simon Collings.
Ozhianvuna, 16, will sign a pre-contract agreement and is due to join up with the Gunners in January of 2027, after his 18th birthday.
He is set to sign a four-and-a-half-year deal, which is expected to be announced later this week.
Reports in Ireland set the fee at €2million (£1.73m), eclipsing the record set when Mason Melia joined Tottenham from St Patrick’s Athletic for £1.5m earlier this year.
