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The transfer market is already cranking into high gear as clubs scramble to complete early signings during the first instalment of a split summer window. Viktor Gyokeres looks to be set on a move to Arsenal after a huge contract offer as Mikel Arteta bids to finally solve his striker problem, with Benjamin Sesko still in the frame too as the Gunners also potentially rival Chelsea and Liverpool for Joao Pedro.
Liverpool are looking to complete the signing of Jeremie Frimpong as they also aim to hijack Manchester City’s approach for Bayer Leverkusen team-mate Florian Wirtz, though could yet pivot to Rayan Cherki. The Reds are also now rumoured to have started talks over a shock swoop for Chelsea forward Christian Nkunku, though Dean Huijsen has completed a medical at Real Madrid on Friday.
Manchester United have stepped up their move for Antoine Semenyo, while Chelsea are now thought to have entered the race for Rodrygo and Tottenham could yet miss out to Europa League final opponents Manchester United over Johnny Cardoso. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
Latest transfer news and updates
- Arsenal handed new boost over Viktor Gyokeres
- Liverpool on verge of sealing Jeremie Frimpong deal
- Liverpool ahead of Man City in Florian Wirtz battle
- Man Utd step up talks over Antoine Semenyo deal
- Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool in Rodrygo race
Huijsen passes Real Madrid medical
21:51 , Alex YoungDean Huijsen has passed his medical and will sign a five-year contract at Real Madrid.
That’s according to journalist Ben Jacobs, who reports that Huijsen will earn at least €9million a season and those wages could rise to €11m.
Bournemouth will get £50million for the player they signed for around £12m a year ago.
Chelsea v Man Utd LIVE
18:03 , Oli GentChelsea host Manchester United in this evening’s other big encounter, with the Blues looking to bounce back from their Tyneside disappointment last weekend.
Enzo Maresca’s side are still in the top five by the skin of their teeth, but they have Villa breathing down their necks.
Follow all the updates here, thanks to Matt Verri and Malik Ouzia.
Aston Villa v Tottenham LIVE
17:44 , Oli GentAston Villa take on Tottenham in their quest for a top-five finish this evening.
Unai Emery’s side are nestled into sixth place in the Premier League table, level on points with Chelsea a place higher.
Should the Villans beat Ange Postecoglou’s strugglers, they’ll leapfrog the Blues at least momentarily, heaping the pressure on Enzo Maresca’s side to beat Manchester United at Stamford Bridge later this evening.
Be sure to check in here, where Dan Kilpatrick has all the updates from Villa Park.
Sane offered around
17:23 , Oli GentLeroy Sane has been reportedly offered around to multiple Premier League clubs with his future at Bayern Munich still unsolved.
The German winger is out of contract at the Allianz Arena, and has still not put pen to paper on a new deal.
Foot Mercato reports that the former Man City wide man has been offered to Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Chelsea, should he not agree on fresh terms with Vincent Kompany’s side.
Potter wants Soucek stay
17:04 , Oli GentWest Ham manager Graham Potter wants Tomas Soucek to remain at the London Stadium next season.
The Czech has been a major goalscoring outlet for Potter since his arrival in east London, although the former Brighton and Chelsea manager is set to oversee a big overhaul of personnel this summer.
Vladimir Coufal, Danny Ings, Aaron Cresswell, and Lukasz Fabianski are all set to depart on free transfers, while Evan Ferguson and Carlos Soler’s loan deals will not be made permanent.
As for Soucek, Potter wants the box-to-box midfielder to commit his future to the club.
“He’s been a fantastic signing for the club, first and foremost, to deliver what he has delivered over a period of time.
“He’s a top professional, he has been a fantastic servant to the club, and I am looking forward to working with him in the short, medium and long-term future.
“What did I see in him at Brighton? The same. The same that West Ham have seen in him, and what he has developed in fairness.
“He’s a midfield player that can do both sides of the game. Affects the game. Scores. In the boxes, he’s fantastic, defence and attack, set pieces.
“Add to that, a really, really good professional. He is a quiet man but leads by example in terms of how he conducts himself every day.”
Phillips has played last game for Ipswich, says McKenna
16:48 , Oli GentKieran McKenna believes Kalvin Phillips has played his last game for Ipswich Town.
The England midfielder is on loan at Portman Road from Manchester City, but has seen his game time limited by persisting injuries.
Despite only starting 14 Premier League games, McKenna thought that Phillips had settled in to the squad well in east Anglia.
“He arrived having not played much football for the couple of seasons before. If he had, he probably wouldn’t have been at Ipswich this season,” McKenna said at his pre-match press conference ahead of the Tractor Boys’ trip to Leicester.
“He has been a good person in the group and had a fairly stable run of games at the start of the season while he was still working to get back to his best form.
“It felt like in training and on match days he was getting to a good, consistent level.
“Then he got a big gash on his foot from the (Tottenham) game, required a lot of stitches and time off his feet.
“We managed to get him back in the squad, but he probably hasn’t been fully fit or had a really good training base behind him.
“From there he has had a little problem with his Achilles and is not going to be available this weekend.
“Whether we can get him on the pitch before the end of the season is maybe unlikely at this point.
“In many ways I think frustrating for him and for us that we haven’t been able to get him to his best as quickly as we could and utilise a really fully fit and confident Kalvin for more of the season because he would have been an addition to us.”
Real closing in on Huijsen
16:25 , Oli GentReal Madrid are slowly but surely closing in on the signing of Dean Huijsen.
The Bournemouth defender, who only joined the Cherries last summer from Juventus, has been the subject of one of the biggest transfer merry-go-rounds already this year, with a host of Premier League clubs looking to do battle with Madrid for his signature.
The Spaniard’s priority - as has previously been reported - has always been a move to the Bernabeu, and Fabrizio Romano reports that the centre-back will be part of Los Blancos’ Club World Cup plans at the end of the domestic campaign, with the 19-year-old having his medical with the La Liga side this afternoon.
🚨 BREAKING: Real Madrid agree all details of deal to sign Dean Huijsen, here we go! 🤍⭐️
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 16, 2025
Huijsen undergoing medical NOW then set to sign five year deal until 2030, Real Madrid will pay £50m to Bournemouth.
Real see Huijsen as top talent and Xabi Alonso wanted to bring him in. pic.twitter.com/P4K9nK63bN
Mikel Arteta offers key Arsenal transfer guarantee
16:06 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneMikel Arteta insists he is fully aligned with new sporting director Andrea Berta when it comes to Arsenal’s transfer plans this summer.
Berta was hired by Arsenal at the end of March following the resignation of predecessor Edu in November last year.
Edu had worked with Arteta ever since the Spaniard was hired by the Gunners back in December 2019 and the pair had developed a strong relationship.
Arteta has described Berta as “very driven”, but insists the pair are on the same page when it comes to how Arsenal need to bolster their squad this summer.
Sesko transfer hint?
15:41 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneRB Leipzig have launched their new home kit for the 2025/26 season and Benjamin Sesko does not feature in the club's official video trailer.
Is this a sign that the striker, who has been linked with a move to Arsenal and Chelsea, will be on the move this summer?
Interestingly, Xavi Simons - who reportedly has informed the Bundesliga outfit of his decision to leave - is in the video.
A piece of us 🤝🧩
— RB Leipzig English (@RBLeipzig_EN) May 16, 2025
RB Leipzig & @pumafootball present our new home kit! 🔴⚪️
Available now in-store and online! 🛍️ https://t.co/HoELdg32g8 pic.twitter.com/EJvlfEjNj6
Howe frustrated with transfer speculation
15:16 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneEddie Howe has expressed a frustration at transfer speculation surrounding his Newcastle stars.
Despite the Magpies being well on course to qualify for the Champions League, it hasn't stopped talk of a number of players departing in the summer.
Alexander Isak is courting interest from Arsenal and Liverpool, Bruno Guimaraes has his fair share of suitors whilst Anthony Gordon was heavily tipped to join the Premier League champions last summer.
Though, Howe has said: "It is a frustration because I don't see why our players are getting linked here, there and everywhere with other clubs.
"I'd like to think the players are happy here. I'd like to think again that they're seeing us grow and develop into a team that hopefully can compete at the top end of the division.
"We have no divine right to do that, but I think we're going in the right direction, so yes, it's a source of frustration. But I don't let it absorb me, really."
Slot: Chiesa deserves more playing time
14:51 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneArne Slot says Federico Chiesa has been unfortunate this season.
Chiesa joined Liverpool last summer but has been restricted to a handful of Premier League appearances.
As a result he has been tipped to leave once the transfer reopens.
However, Slot has offered a reason as to why the Italian hasn't featured much.
“In terms of the quality, he deserves more playing time," Slot told reporters.
“He has the quality to play for us but unfortunately for him, he’s in competition with Mo Salah on the right wing, and I think he could also play on the left but there’s Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz.
“I don’t think I’m wrong if I say all three of them have had great, great, great seasons.
“For him, he started one, two or maybe three nil down because when he came in by a long way he was not as fit as those players were so that doesn’t help in the beginning.
“Before he was as fit as the rest but the others did so well there was not a reason to change.”
Liverpool on verge of completing Jeremie Frimpong deal
13:01Liverpool’s move for Jeremie Frimpong is now reportedly in its final stages.
The Reds have quickly swooped for the Bayer Leverkusen right-back as a replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is heading to Real Madrid on a free transfer in the summer.
Negotiations have progressed quickly, with Fabrizio Romano now reporting that a deal is almost done and nearly worthy of the full ‘here we go’ treatment.
He says personal terms are nearly agreed and that there is no issue with Liverpool triggering Frimpong’s modest release clause, with talks this week with Leverkusen over paying the £29.5m in instalments.
Arsenal handed new Viktor Gyokeres boost over price tag
12:07 , George FloodArsenal could sign Viktor Gyokeres this summer for a lower fee than expected, according to new reports.
Sporting Lisbon’s prolific Swedish marksman is among the top names on the Gunners’ transfer shortlist as they finally look to make a statement splash up front after another trophyless campaign.
Gyokeres’ current release clause at the Estadio Jose Alvalade is worth around £84m, though The Athletic now say that Sporting are expected to be prepared to accept a bid in the region of £60m-£70m.
They say that Benjamin Sesko remains a strong option too for Arsenal.
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Liverpool ahead of Man City in Florian Wirtz battle
10:38A new update now on Liverpool’s hopes of signing Florian Wirtz.
Earlier this week came reports that the Reds had also held talks over the Bayer Leverkusen star after his parents visited the UK and spoke to long-term suitors Manchester City, who are believed to have submitted an offer for his services.
Bayern Munich were previously thought to be the leading contender for Wirtz.
German publication BILD’s head of football Christian Falk has now told CaughtOffside that Liverpool have moved ahead of City in the race, but that Bayern are still optimistic that they will get their man either this summer or when his current Leverkusen deal expires next summer.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool in Rodrygo race
09:54 , George FloodArsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool all look to be in a race to sign Real Madrid star Rodrygo.
The Brazilian attacker’s future at the Bernabeu is uncertain after losing his starting role over recent weeks and a move could now be in the offing this summer.
Arsenal and Liverpool are both said to be admirers of Rodrygo, but they could face more competition from within the Premier League.
According to journalist Ben Jacobs, Chelsea are also also “aware of the market opportunity”, with Rodrygo keen to play on the left wing in future after spending a lot of time on the right in Madrid alongside Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr.
Arsenal confident over Martin Zubimendi deal
09:27 , George FloodArsenal are still confident of sealing the signing of Martin Zubimendi, reports claim.
Reports emerged back in January that the Gunners were set to activate the Spanish midfielder’s £51m release clause at Real Sociedad in the summer.
However, doubts have crept in since then, with more speculation in Spain this week that Arsenal’s deal is not done for a player who previously turned down Liverpool, leading to renewed hope for Real Madrid and possibly Barcelona.
However, The Athletic now report that Arsenal remain confident that Zubimendi will be their player next season.
Dean Huijsen set for Real Madrid medical today
08:50One player who definitely will not be moving to Liverpool this summer or indeed staying in the Premier League at all is Dean Huijsen.
The Reds were among a queue of clubs recently linked with Bournemouth’s highly-rated young defender, along with Chelsea and Arsenal.
However, he has long since been a key target for Real Madrid, who have already made their decisive move before the summer.
Huijsen is expected to undergo a medical with Los Blancos today after they agreed to pay his £50m release clause at the Vitality Stadium.
He will then return for Tuesday night’s penultimate fixture of the season away at Manchester City.
Liverpool could now instead turn their attentions to his defensive Bournemouth colleague, the Hungarian left-back Milos Kerkez.
Liverpool set to trigger Jeremie Frimpong release clause
08:32 , George FloodIt looks to be very much full steam ahead now for Liverpool in terms of their move for Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong.
The Reds have identified the Dutch international as an ideal summer replacement for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back.
Liverpool are not wasting any time in securing a deal for Frimpong, with speculation having quickly built across the last week or so.
The former Manchester City and Celtic defender is said to be very keen on a switch to Anfield, with The Times reporting that Liverpool are now poised to trigger his £30m release clause at the BayArena.
Manchester United step up move for Antoine Semenyo
08:09 , George FloodManchester United look to be ramping up their pursuit of Antoine Semenyo.
The Bournemouth forward has apparently been on the transfer radar at Old Trafford for some time now after starring during a fine campaign under Andoni Iraola at the Vitality Stadium.
According to talkSPORT, United have now opened talks with Semenyo over a potential summer deal.
However, Liverpool and Newcastle are also said to be keen on the Ghana international, who is expected to be available for around £70m.
Liverpool eye Rayan Cherki as Florian Wirtz alternative
08:00Liverpool could pivot to Rayan Cherki if they fail to sign Florian Wirtz.
The Reds were rumoured this week to have held secret transfer talks over the Bayer Leverkusen team-mate of Jeremie Frimpong, whose release clause in the Bundesliga is expected to be triggered imminently.
Wirtz’s parents were believed to have also spoken to Manchester City during a trip to the UK, while Bayern Munich have also been strongly linked with the German international.
While those clubs all wait on Wirtz, Liverpool could yet choose to swoop for Cherki instead.
GiveMeSport say the French winger has a preference to head to Merseyside this summer and is likely to be available for a cut-price fee as he enters the final 12 months of his Lyon contract.
Liverpool apparently have not ruled out a potential move for Cherki.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool want Joao Pedro
07:50 , George FloodArsenal and Liverpool could be at the centre of a bidding war over Joao Pedro.
The former Watford forward is enjoying another strong season at Brighton, where he has hit double figures for goals under Fabian Hurzeler and also continued to make an impact at international level for Brazil.
Ans his form at the Amex has certainly not gone unnoticed, with The Telegraph reporting that Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool all want to sign Pedro this summer.
Liverpool in shock talks over Christopher Nkunku deal
07:44 , George FloodLiverpool are said to have set the wheels in motion over a shock swoop for Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku.
The injured Frenchman’s future at Stamford Bridge beyond the end of the season is currently subject to doubt after a failure to impress Enzo Maresca and earn regular starts away from the Conference League.
Manchester United have been linked with Nkunku in the past, with PSG, Newcastle and Bayern Munich also believed to be interested.
However, Foot Mercato in France now say that Liverpool want to sign the former RB Leipzig star and have even initiated talks with his representatives ahead of the summer.
Viktor Gyokeres chooses Arsenal transfer
07:37 , George FloodViktor Gyokeres has his heart set on a move to Arsenal in another transfer boost for the Gunners, reports claim.
Over recent days it has been claimed that Arsenal have made a huge contract offer to the Sporting Lisbon striker, who is thought to be the top choice of Mikel Arteta and new sporting director Andrea Berta to solve their long-standing issues up front.
Now according to Portuguese outlet A Bola, Gyokeres is keen to swiftly join Arsenal after the Taca de Portugal final between Sporting and rivals Benfica on May 25, having been impressed with the project presented to him at the Emirates.
Inter preparing move for Zirkzee
Thursday 15 May 2025 22:57 , Matt VerriInter Milan are keen on a move for Joshua Zirkzee this summer.
That’s according to Calciomercato, with it claimed that Inter believe the Manchester United could put his struggles at Old Trafford behind him in a new environment.
The Champions League finalists are said to be preparing a loan offer with an option to buy, and that could become an obligation if certain criteria are met.
Huijsen set for Real Madrid medical
Thursday 15 May 2025 22:10 , Matt VerriDean Huijsen is expected to wrap up his £50m move to Real Madrid.
The La Liga side will pay the Bournemouth star’s release clause and he is set to sign a five-year contract.
Sky Sports report that a medical will take place in the next 24 hours, with Huijsen then keen to play in the final two matches of the season for Bournemouth.
Man United want to move Rashford on
Thursday 15 May 2025 21:12 , Matt VerriManchester United expect to sell Marcus Rashford this summer.
The Manchester Evening News report that the club have no interest in bringing Rashford back into Ruben Amorim’s squad, leaving him available for £40m.
Aston Villa do not have first refusal on Rashford and he wants to play for a club in the Champions League.
It’s claimed that he is not willing to take a pay cut on his £325,000-a-week wages.
Arsenal face striker decision
Thursday 15 May 2025 20:34 , Matt VerriViktor Gyokeres or Benjamin Sesko?
That seems to be the striker dilemma facing Arsenal, as they look to strengthen up front.
According to the Independent, Sesko is likely to prove the more expensive option, with his price potentially rising to around £75m after he signed a new contract last summer.
However, Sesko is viewed as meeting Arsenal’s requirements in terms of link-up play and physicality.
Fulham announce extensions
Thursday 15 May 2025 20:07 , Matt VerriFulham have triggered contract extensions for Harry Wilson, Adama Traore and Raul Jimenez.
The trio were all set to be out out contract in the summer and could have left the club as free agents.
However, Fulham had the option to extend and have done so, with their deals now running through to June 2026.
Wrexham eye shock Cairney swoop
Thursday 15 May 2025 19:30 , Matt VerriHere’s a surprise one for you…
Wrexham are keen on a summer move for Tom Cairney.
The Fulham captain will be out of contract at the end of the season and Wrexham believe they can persuade him to join on a free transfer.
Club are keen to strengthen significantly after their promotion to the Championship.
Liverpool to complete Frimpong deal
Thursday 15 May 2025 18:55 , Matt VerriLiverpool have decided to press ahead with the signing of Jeremie Frimpong and are expected to formally trigger his release clause.
The Times report that the Dutchman is now expected to become the club’s first signing of the summer for around £30m, with personal terms already having been discussed.
It’s suggested that Liverpool do not want to disrupt Bayer Leverkusen’s final match of the season this weekend, and so are expected to wait to make a formal approach until after that.
Arsenal agree first transfer of summer window
Thursday 15 May 2025 18:30 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneArsenal are expected to kick off their summer business with the permanent exit of Nuno Tavares.
Tavares joined Lazio on loan last summer, and a clause in the deal means the move can be made permanent this summer for between €7-8million (£5.9m-6.7m).
The expectation is that Lazio will activate the option after Tavares impressed during his season on loan in Italy.
The left-back has notched eight assists in Serie A, a tally only Christian Pulisic and Romelu Lukaku have bettered.
Reports in Italy claim that Lazio may look to instantly sell Tavares, in the hope they can make a quick profit on him.
Real Madrid turn attention to Benfica defender
Thursday 15 May 2025 18:05 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneIt is clear that Real Madrid are focusing their efforts on defensive recruits.
Rumours are rife that Trent Alexander-Arnold will join the club as a free agent after his Liverpool contract expires on June 30.
Meanwhile, a deal for Dean Huijsen of AFC Bournemouth is also close to being completed, with Los Blancos agreeing to pay his £50 million release clause and finalising a five-year contract.
Latest reports claim they want to bolster the left-back position with Benfica star Alvaro Fernandez Carreras seen as the top priority.
However, Real Madrid are reluctant to pay his €50 million (£42.1 million) release clause and will try to negotiate a lower fee.
Victor Osimhen swap deal proposal
Thursday 15 May 2025 17:40 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneManchester United are ready to propose a swap deal involving Victor Osimhen and Rasmus Hojlund.
That is according to Italian publication CalioNapoli. They claim United are ready to offer Hojlund as makeweight in an attempt to complete a deal with Napoli for Osimhen.
The striker has spent the season on loan with Turkish side Galatasaray, but it seems he will be on the move this summer amid links to Chelsea too.
Nico Williams house-hunting in London
Thursday 15 May 2025 17:15 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneA transfer window cannot go by without Nico Williams being linked with a move to Arsenal.
It has been the case for the last two windows, but of course, nothing has materialised with the Spain international staying put at boyhood club Athletic club.
Though, there appears to have been developments ahead of a potential summer transfer.
According to reports, Williams has said his goodbyes to Athletic Club and has started looking for a new house in London.
Is he finally Arsenal bound?
Five strikers Chelsea could sign this summer
Thursday 15 May 2025 16:50 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneChelsea were in the market for a new striker last summer but failed to land any of their targets and for much of the first half of this season that looked a blessing as Nicolas Jackson began the campaign in prolific form.
However, having scored nine times in his first 15 league games, the Senegalese has found the net only once in the subsequent 15, either side of a significant hamstring injury.
A red card away at Newcastle last week means Jackson will now not get chance to add to that tally and Chelsea are again expected to look for more firepower this summer.
Click here as Standard Sport assesses five players they could target…
Xavi Simons on the move
Thursday 15 May 2025 16:25 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneXavi Simons is ready to leave RB Leipzig this summer.
The Netherlands international only sealed a permanent move to the Bundesliga outfit in January as the club broke their transfer record to sign him from Paris Saint-Germain.
It is said Simons cost €50 million (£42 million) plus €31 million (£26 million) in potential bonuses.
However, despite signing a contract until 2027, Simons is ready for new chapter away from Leipzig following their failure to qualify for next season's Champions League.
Fabrizio Romano has stated top Premier League clubs and Bayern Munich are all attentive to his situation.
Isak 'intrigued by the prospect of joining Liverpool or Arsenal'
Thursday 15 May 2025 16:00 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneAlexander Isak would be intrigued by the prospect of joining Liverpool or Arsenal this summer.
However, there are no indications he would actively push for a move away from Newcastle.
That is according to BBC journalist, Sami Mokbel who has revealed there’s no known release clause in Isak's contract which currently has three years left to run.
It is believed the Magpies would entertain offers north of £120m for the Sweden international, but they will be under no pressure to sell especially if they qualify for the Champions League.
Nunez linked with Fenerbahce move
Thursday 15 May 2025 15:35 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneJose Mourinho is interested in signing Darwin Nunez this summer.
The Liverpool striker is on the shortlist for Turkish side Fenerbahce as they look to bolster their attacking options and get closer to Galatasaray next season.
Nunez has struggled to make an impact since joining the Merseyside giants from Benfica in the summer of 2022.
In and out of the team under Arne Slot this season, it is expected the Uruguayan will be on the move during the transfer window.
Lamine Yamal endorses Rashford to Barcelona transfer
Thursday 15 May 2025 15:10 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneNow that Marcus Rashford's season is officially over due to not featuring in any of Aston Villa's final two games, he can now focus on his future.
Amid talk of staying at Villa Park, reports claim his preference would be to join Barcelona and start a new chapter in LaLiga.
His chances of earning a move to Spain have been helped as Catalan source El Nacional, claims Barca superstar Lamine Yamal has endorsed Rashford joining the club this summer.
Yamal is said to ‘love the idea’ of playing alongside Rashford next season, whilst manager Hansi Flick is apparently a big fan of Rashford’s talent and thinks his versatility can bolster both the centre-forward and left wing positions for Barca.
Partey wants speedy resolution
Thursday 15 May 2025 14:45 , Tashan Deniran-AlleyneThomas Partey is ready to rebuff lucrative offers from Saudi Arabia because he wants to sign a new contract with Arsenal.
Partey is into the final two months of his deal at Emirates Stadium and is yet to agree fresh terms.
Arsenal want the Ghana midfielder to stay and have held talks with his camp in recent weeks.
Partey would ideally like the situation resolved before Arsenal’s final game of the season next week at Southampton, but it could rumble on beyond then.
The 31-year-old has interest from Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus, while clubs in Saudi Arabia are now also keen.
But it is understood Partey’s preference to be sign a new contract at Arsenal and he hopes an agreement can be found.
Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool keen on Joao Pedro
Thursday 15 May 2025 14:20 , Alex YoungArsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool are are all showing interest in Brighton forward Joao Pedro.
That's according to the Telegraph Sport, who report that the trio are attracted by the player's versatility up front as he can operate as a centre-forward, No10 or in wide positions.
Arsenal are expected to be in the market for a wide forward this summer, along with a new striker, with Sporting's Viktor Gyokeres and Athletic Club's Nico Williams both targets.
Chelsea are also interested in Liam Delap, who can play across the front line but at £30million would cost far less than the fee Brighton would demand for their Brazilian forward.
Leverkusen 'unaware' of Frimpong talks with Liverpool
Thursday 15 May 2025 13:58 , Alex YoungBayer Leverkusen insist they are “unaware” of any deal being close for Jeremie Frimpong to join Liverpool.
Speculation has been rife this week with regards to the right-back who is seen as a perfect replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold after it was announced he will be leaving the Premier League champions as a free agent.
A cryptic Instagram post from the defender’s agent, Jeffrey Lemmert, on Monday evening sent some excited Liverpool supporters into meltdown, whilst reports today claim that Frimpong is expected to sign for the club this summer.
Those rumours appear to be wide of the mark, however, as Leverkusen chief, Fernando Carro, insists no deal is in place.
Speaking to sport.de, Carro said: "Jeremie Frimpong has a long contract with us, which also has an exit clause, but we are currently unaware of any transfer.
“The rumors surprised me a bit when I started in the football business seven years ago.
"As I've gradually become more involved, there are always different interested parties, there are different parties, there are different relationships.
“It's actually quite difficult to figure out where the rumors come from, but I have to say, there are many that really surprise me.”
Real Madrid back in the mix to sign Zubimendi
Thursday 15 May 2025 13:33 , Alex YoungIn less positive news for Arsenal, it is being reported in Spain that the deal for Martin Zubimendi is not the done deal others are reporting.
Real Madrid remain a threat, according to AS, as Arsenal are yet to finalise a deal or sign anything with the midfielder.
Zubimendi is expecting to leave Real Sociedad this summer and it is being reported today that Real Madrid are firmly in the mix despite having recently declared defeat in their pursuit.
Arsenal offer contract to Gyokeres
Thursday 15 May 2025 13:06 , Alex YoungArsenal have reportedly offered Viktor Gyokeres a contract worth £7m per year as Mikel Arteta steps up his attempts to sign a number striker.
Benjamin Sesko is also of interest to the Gunners but, according to Portuguese outlet A Bola, it is talks with Sporting striker Gyokeres which are progressing.
Arsenal have reportedly put a contract offer on the table worth around £150,000 after tax.
Gyokeres has an £85million release clause in his contract in Portugal but he is expected to be available for closer to £60m. It remains to be seen what fee has been agreed but progress is seemingly beeing made.
Chiesa in talks over Liverpool exit
Thursday 15 May 2025 12:44 , Alex YoungTalk of incomings at Liverpool but one player who could leave is Federico Chiesa.
The Italy international has proven a dud at Anfield after joining from Juventus last summer, and a return to Serie A is now reportedly in the offing.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Napoli have already held talks over a move for Chiesa.
Antonio Conte would like to take Chiesa on loan deal with an option to buy but Liverpool want an obligation to get rid of Chiesa permanently.
Liverpool to make Frimpong their first summer signing
Thursday 15 May 2025 12:20 , Alex YoungLiverpool have moved to make Jeremie Frimpong their first signing of the summer by opening talks with the Bayer Leverkusen defender.
The 24-year-old Frimpong, a Netherlands international, has been on the club's radar for some time and is understood to be open to a move to Anfield to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold.
His release clause of £30million makes a deal relatively straightforward and the Press Association understands talks are ongoing with the player's representative.
A highly-anticipated summer is expected to bring significant reinforcement of the squad with a centre-back, striker and midfielder likely to be on Slot's wishlist.
Liverpool do have an interest in Frimpong's Leverkusen team-mate Florian Wirtz but the attacking midfielder is also supposedly a target for Bayern Munich and Manchester City and a reported £125million valuation may prove prohibitive with other business to be done.
Man Utd and Arsenal learn Semenyo asking price
Thursday 15 May 2025 11:55 , Alex YoungManchester United are working on a deal for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo.
According to the Independent, the Cherries are ready to let Semenyo leave for about £60million and United have made contact over a summer deal. Arsenal are also thought to be closely monitoring the situation.
Bournemouth are in a strong position for negotiations over Semenyo, who signed a new contract last year.
Newcastle have also been linked.
Dier to join Monaco after winning Bayern title
Thursday 15 May 2025 11:26 , Alex YoungEric Dier is set to join Monaco on July 1 when his Bayern Munich contract expires
The 31-year-old defender made 20 league appearances in helping Bayern to the Bundesliga title this season, the first major trophy of his senior career, and will move to the principality on a three-year deal.
“I’m very excited to announce that I will be joining AS Monaco in the summer,” Dier said in a video posted on the club’s official website.
“I cannot wait to get started. I’m really looking forward to wearing this shirt and I can’t wait to meet everyone at the club.
“I’m going to give everything for this club and I look forward to seeing you all very soon.”
Mourinho keen summer Sterling deal
Thursday 15 May 2025 11:14 , Alex YoungJose Mourinho is interested in signing Raheem Sterling this summer.
The unwanted Chelsea forward has reportedly been offered to Fenerbahce through agents.
Sterling has struggled to make an impact whle on loan at Arsenal, scoring just one goal, so will be sent back to Chelsea in the summer.
He has two years left to run on his Blues deal, and now Takvim report that Mourinho is 'very positive' about a move for the England international.
Huijsen rejects Premier League clubs to join Real Madrid
Thursday 15 May 2025 10:40 , Alex YoungA huge update on Dean Huijsen’s move to Real Madrid from BBC Sport.
It is reported that the Bournemouth defender has turned down offered from a number of Premier League clubs in favour of returning to Spain, where he grew up.
Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool were all linked.
Real Madrid want the player in place for the start of the Club World Cup next month and will pay his £50milion release clause.
The deal represents a huge return on investment for Bournemouth, who bought the player for £12.6m less than 12 months ago.
Cunha picks Man Utd over Arsenal
Thursday 15 May 2025 10:20 , Alex YoungManchester United are in final negotiations with Matheus Cunha over personal terms ahead of a £65million summer deal.
United want to sign a new forward and the Wolves man is a key target, along with Ipswich's Liam Delap.
Goal Brazil report that Cunha is keen to play under Ruben Amorim, so much so that his prefence is to join United over working with Mikel Arteta at Arsenal.
The Gunners have also reportedly made a move to sign Cunha but it is United where the Brazilian has his heart set.
The report claims that the final negotiations over personal terms are ongoing, with United ready to Cunha’s £62.5 million release clause, plus a further £2.5m in add-ons.
Liverpool confident of signing £30m Frimpong
Thursday 15 May 2025 10:03 , Alex YoungLiverpool are expected to wrap up the signing of Jeremie Frimpong, their dream replacement for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Alexander-Arnold confirmed last week that he has decided to leave the Anfield club this summer, following the conclusion of his contract. It will see the end of a two-decade-long association with his boyhood club and leave Liverpool needing to replace one of the best right-backs in the world.
Liverpool have been anticipating Alexander-Arnold's impending exit for some time and earlier this year pinpointed Bayer Leverkusen's Frimpong as their first-choice target.
The Athletic’s David Ornstein now reports that Frimpong is expected to sign for Liverpool this summer.
The report states that discussions between club and players have progressed well and an agreement is set to be reached to take the 24-year-old to Anfield on a five-year contract.
Frimpong has a €35million (£29.6m) release clause in his Leverkusen contract, meaning the Reds have been able to speak to right-back without his current club's involvement.
Jonathan David is finally on the move
Thursday 15 May 2025 09:45 , Alex YoungJonathan David has been tipped to leave Lille for what feels like years at this point.
A regular name on Fabrizio Romano’s social media feeds, David has now confirmed that he is on the move this summer when his contract expires.
With 25 goals to his name this season, he should be attracting plenty of interest.
David wrote on Instagram: “I wanted to tell you myself that after so many years at the club it's time for me to say goodbye.
“I've had five wonderful seasons here. I know it hasn't always been easy but I hope that my goals and my celebrations have managed to bring you some joy.
“I would like to thank all of my team-mates, all of the coaches - staff, technical, medical team, all of the managers, everyone I have met and spent months with at the club.
“Thank you very much for everything you have given me personally over the years.”
Cardoso will be Spurs' first signing of summer window
Thursday 15 May 2025 09:27 , Alex YoungJohnny Cardoso is expected to become Tottenham’s first signing of the summer transfer window.
Spurs last summer negotiated a clause in Giovani Lo Celso's move to Real Betis which would allow them to sign Cardoso for £21million at the end of the current season.
Standard Sport understands the clause can be triggered during a two-week period once the summer transfer window has opened.
And El Desmarque now report that the expectation remains that a deal will be completed early in the window.
Liverpool hold secret meeting over Wirtz hijack
Thursday 15 May 2025 09:10 , Alex YoungLiverpool have held a secret meeting with Florian Wirtz in an effort to hijack a move for Manchester City and Bayern Munich's no1 transfer target.
Wirtz has two years left on his contract with Bayer Leverkusen, who are expected to cash in. Figures over around £125million has been reported for the midfielder.
City wants Wirtz as their Kevin De Bruyne replacement and have reported gone as far as discussing a deal with player's father and agent, Hans, ahead of what would be a British record transfer.
But now Liverpool have made a surprise move. The Athletic report that the Reds have made contact with Wirtz's representatives to express an interest in the player and gauge his preference over a summer move.
Should Liverpool get encouragement that Wirtz is open to moving to the Premier League over remaining in Germany with Bayern, they are expected to move forward with what would be a club-record bid.
Delap 'chooses next club' amid Man Utd and Chelsea links
Thursday 15 May 2025 08:49 , Alex YoungManchester United have reportedly discovered a significant update in their pursuit of Ipswich striker Liam Delap.
The 22-year-old has been a standout player for the Tractor Boys this season, scoring 12 goals in 35 Premier League appearances whilst also chipping in with a couple of assists.
Ipswich’s relegation from the top flight means the £30m release clause in Delap’s contract can be activated this summer and he is expected to be on the move once the transfer window officially opens on June 1.
Amid links to Newcastle and Chelsea, it was reported by Sky Sports News that Man Utd were believed to be in ‘pole position’ for the striker’s signature.
Furthermore, the report stated that Delap would be happy to move to Old Trafford this summer, though his final decision could be swayed by whether the Red Devils beat Tottenham in the Europa League final, thus qualifying for next season’s Champions League.
However, fresh developments suggest Man United have been dealt a huge blow.
According to reports, Delap favours a move to Chelsea where he would be reunited with Enzo Maresca who was his academy coach at Manchester City.
Arsenal and Chelsea alerted over Rodrygo unhappiness
Thursday 15 May 2025 08:36 , Alex YoungRodrygo is desperate to leave Real Madrid, according to reporters, with the forward said to ‘not want play for the club’ again.
Marca reports that the winfer unhappy with his role in the team and his relationship with his team-mates has significantly deteriorated. He was left out of the side for Sunday’s Clasico defeat to Barcelona.
While no movement is expected soon, incoming new Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso will have to make a decision over Rodrygo quickly.
Arsenal and Chelsea have been credited with interest amid talk of an £85million asking price.
Arsenal agree Gyokeres deal
Thursday 15 May 2025 08:26 , Alex YoungArsenal want a new striker this summer and Viktor Gyokeres appears to be the most likely candidate to fill the role.
Journalist Pedro Almeida has sensationally reported that a deal has been agreed with Sporting for the striker to move to north London.
Gyokeres has an £85million release clause in his contract in Portugal but he is expected to be available for closer to £60m. It remains to be seen what fee has been agreed but progress could well be being made.
Real Madrid want to agree Huijsen deal today
Thursday 15 May 2025 08:15 , Alex YoungOne deal which is moving fast two weeks before the transfer window open is Dean Huijsen’s Bournemouth exit.
All of Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool were keen on the young Spaniard, who has a £50million release clause in his contract.
But Real Madrid have acted fasted to beat the Premier League giants to the punch. Fabrizio Romano reports this morning that the player’s representatives have landed in Madrid to close the deal.
Madrid will play the release clause in three installments, and there is a five-year contract on the table for Huijsen to sign.
Welcome
Thursday 15 May 2025 08:07 , Alex YoungGood morning and welcome to the London Standard’s rolling LIVE coverage of the summer transfer window.
We are edging ever closer to the first of TWO summer windows, which sees the wheeling and dealing officially begin on June 1.
But that has, of course, not stopped a few (read: many) clubs from getting wheels in motion ahead of time.
So, stick with us throughout the summer for all the latest news, rumours and done deals.
