Latest updates, gossip, rumours and deals from the summer transfer window

Pre-season has now started and the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United are expected to ramp up their transfer business. The Gunners have not yet signed a player this summer but are interested in Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori. Now, there are claims that a deal with the player has been agreed.

Man Utd, meanwhile, recently backed manager Erik ten Hag with a new contract. He looks set to bring in more players this summer, with Matthijs De Ligt said to be close to joining. Another Bologna star in Joshua Zirkzee is believed to be another target ready to move to Old Trafford.

Chelsea have been as busy as ever this summer and are reportedly ready to seal a deal for Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino, with the centre-back set to stay at his boyhood club on loan for another season. Follow all the latest news, gossip and rumours including updates on Liverpool, West Ham and Ederson’s move from Man City to Saudi Arabia below!

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West Ham book Max Kilman medical

West Ham are close to signing Wolves captain Max Kilman after the club saw a £40m offer for the defender accepted.

According to Sky Sports, the centre-back will have his medical imminently ahead of a switch.

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11 minutes ago

Newcastle set huge Anthony Gordon price tag amid Liverpool interest

Liverpool have been linked with a huge move for Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon after reportedly holding talks with the Magpies when they were trying to raise funds to comply with PSR rules.

While there has been talk of the Toon offering their star turn a new contract, more insight has emerged.

According to Football Insider, the Reds remain keen but Newcastle are ready to demand £100m.

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32 minutes ago

Man City set new Ederson price tag amid Saudi Arabia interest

Ederson has been one of the key signings for Manchester City during the Pep Guardiola years.

His time at the Etihad Stadium, however, looks to be coming to an end.

According to talkSPORT, the Premier League champions are willing to accept £30m from Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.

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36 minutes ago

Chelsea set to seal another signing

It’s been a busy start to the transfer window for Chelsea.

They’ve already signed five players and the Blues look ready to land another.

Young Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino is a £17m target and, according to Tyc Sports, the Blues have agreed terms.

The defender will stay on loan there next season before moving to Stamford Bridge.

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39 minutes ago

Joshua Zirkzee set to move to Manchester United

Another Bologna star in Joshua Zirkzee has also been linked with a huge money move to the Premier League.

Arsenal have been credited with an interest in the Dutchman, along with AC Milan.

However, according to Corriere di Bologna, the striker has now agreed a move to Manchester United and a deal is thought to be imminent.

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44 minutes ago

Arsenal agree deal to sign Riccardo Calafiori

Arsenal have not made a signing yet this summer but do appear to be closing in on their first addition.

The Gunners are interested in Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori and, according to Fabrizio Romano, have now agreed terms with the Italy international over a move.

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9 hours ago

Liverpool target Mats Wieffer set for Brighton switch

It looks like Mats Wieffer won’t be joining Liverpool this summer.

It had been rumoured that the Dutch midfielder could quickly reunite with former Feyenoord boss Arne Slot at Anfield in this transfer window.

However, the Daily Mail report that Brighton have now seen a £25m bid accepted for the 24-year-old, who is believed to be flying to the UK to finalise his move.

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10 hours ago

Michael Olise to have Bayern Munich medical this weekend

Michael Olise will reportedly undergo a medical this weekend as he prepares to finally seal a high-profile transfer to Bayern Munich.

The German giants have won the race for the Crystal Palace winger, beating the likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Newcastle to a blockbuster deal last month.

Updates have been curiously few and far between since then, but Fabrizio Romano now reports that Olise will undergo the first part of his medical on Sunday.

It seems that Bayern and Crystal Palace wanted to clarify terms on the future sell-on clause after his release clause at Selhurst Park was successfully triggered.

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10 hours ago

Liverpool handed new boost over Joshua Kimmich

Liverpool look to have been handed a key boost in their pursuit of Joshua Kimmich.

The versatile German international has been heavily linked with a move to Anfield over recent weeks as the Reds target a statement signing to kick off the new Arne Slot era on Merseyside.

Multiple reports now claim that Kimmich is likely to leave Bayern Munich this summer as the Bundesliga giants prepare to complete the £47.4m signing of Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha following a year-long transfer saga.

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12 hours ago

Arsenal begin talks with Bologna over Riccardo Calafiori deal

Arsenal have started talks with Bologna over a deal for Riccardo Calafiori, reports claim this evening.

The Gunners - along with London rivals Chelsea - have been heavily linked with a move for the highly-rated and versatile Italy centre-back, 22, in recent days.

There were whispers that personal terms had already been agreed, with Fabrizio Romano now reporting that an official approach has been made by Arsenal to Serie outfit Bologna with negotiations underway.

He adds that there has been no bid made by Chelsea so far after initial claims that they would offer players in part-exchange for Calafiori.

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