Transfer News: 3 Done Deals; Chelsea And Arsenal To Battle For Williams; Greenwood To Marseille
Chelsea and Arsenal to battle for Nico Williams
According to The Athletic, Chelsea and Arsenal will battle for Spain hero Nico Williams this summer. The 22-year-old scored Spain's first goal in their Euro 2024 final victory over England and has interest from across Europe. Barcelona were initially expected to be Williams' first choice, but the Spanish giants need to limit their finances once again this summer. It provides an opportunity for Chelsea and Arsenal to make a move for the Athletic Bilbao star who has £49m release clause on his contract
Greenwood To Marseille
Mason Greenwood has agreed to join Marseille this summer. According to The Athletic, Greenwood has given the green light to a £27m switch to the Ligue 1 side. He will now travel for a medical, sign his contract and complete his permanent exit from Old Trafford.
Chelsea Plan Fresh Osimhen Talks
Chelsea reportedly plan to hold fresh talks with Napoli over signing Victor Osimhen. According to Caught Offside, the Blues are prepared to discuss a potential deal with the Italian club this week. Chelsea have long been linked with Osimhen, who also has reported interest from Arsenal and Manchester United.
DONE DEALS;
Burnley have secured the signing of Brazilian full-back Lucas Pires on a four-year deal from Santos for an undisclosed fee..The 23-year-old defender, who spent last season on loan with La Liga side Cadiz, becomes Burnley’s third signing of the summer transfer window.
Birmingham City have confirmed the signing of Alex Cochrane. The 24-year-old defender joins from Heart of Midlothian for an undisclosed fee subject to league, FA and international clearance, and has agreed terms on a four-year contract.
Leicester City have announced the permanent signing of Ghana international Abdul Fatawu from Sporting Lisbon. The winger helped the Foxes win the Championship title last season while on loan and they have now triggered their option to buy the 22-year-old this Summer.