Arsenal has taken the lead in pursuing Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, as Manchester United and Saudi club Al Nassr show interest in Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz. Stay tuned for the latest updates on transfers, rumors, and gossip from around the world of football.
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– Lily Johannes is transferring from Ajax to Olympique Lyon – Jeff Caschell
– Tammy Abraham is set to join Beşiktaş for €15 million – Matteo Mollet
– Chelsea has reached an agreement with Brighton for a £60 million deal involving João Pedro – James Ollie
– Discussions are underway with Taylor Hind for Arsenal after leaving Liverpool – What a Lindop
– Napoli is negotiating with PSV for winger Noah Lang for over €30 million – Morlett
– Ajax and Mallorca are competing for Barcelona’s Pablo Torre – Morlett
– Winger Habi Puad has renewed his contract with Espanyol until 2029 – Morlett
– Girona aims to re-sign center-back Mika Marmol from Las Palmas – Morlett
Rumor Trends
– Midfielder Fabian Ruiz from Paris Saint-Germain is on the radar of Manchester United and Al Nassr, according to Footmercato. The 29-year-old was pivotal alongside Vitinha and João Neves in PSG’s midfield during their Champions League victory this season. Although his contract runs until 2027, United aims to bolster their midfield with experienced players, making him a potential target.
– Arsenal is reportedly keen on acquiring Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, as detailed by the Guardian. Eze, who has a £67.5 million release clause and a contract lasting until 2027, has attracted interest from Manchester City, Tottenham, and Chelsea. The England international could enhance Arsenal’s attacking options, but manager Mikel Arteta is also on the lookout for a No. 9 striker. Arsenal has also made an offer to Chelsea for winger Noni Madueke, aged 23, this summer, according to Florian Plettenberg.
– Tottenham, Chelsea, and Newcastle United are keen on West Ham United winger Mohamed Kudus. SkySports reports that the 24-year-old could be sold to assist Graham Potter’s team restructuring. This would be notable as it would mark the first transfer from West Ham to Spurs since Scott Parker in 2011; Tottenham is also interested in Brentford’s Brian Mbemo, Bournemouth’s Antoine Semenyo, and Eze from Crystal Palace. Newcastle sees Kudus as an alternative to Nottingham Forest’s Anthony Elanga, while Chelsea remains enthusiastic despite securing a deal for Brighton’s João Pedro and Borussia Dortmund’s Jamie Bynoe-Gittens.
– Liverpool is considering Eintracht Frankfurt’s Hugo Ekitike, Newcastle’s Alexander Isak, and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen as they seek a new No. 9. Reports suggest Liverpool is keen on Ekitike, but the 23-year-old is aware that player sales are necessary for any move to occur. Sky Sports Italia indicates that Juventus is focused on acquiring Osimhen, reinforcing talks over the weekend.
– Bayern Munich is now expressing interest in Liverpool’s Luis Díaz, according to Sky Sports Germany, though no contact has been made yet. Additionally, there are updates regarding Bradley Barcola and whether Barcelona will pursue a move for Nico Williams from Athletic Club, along with Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma as a possible option.
Transactions Completed
– Arsenal has confirmed a £5 million deal for goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea. The 30-year-old will serve as backup to No. 1 David Raya. Read more
– Aston Villa has signed 19-year-old striker Zepiqueno Redmond after his contract expired at Feyenoord.
– Barcelona’s forward Ansu Fati has joined AS Monaco on loan with an option to buy for €11 million. Read more
– Wolves have officially signed Jorgen Strand Larsen on a permanent deal until 2029 after a season-long loan from Celta Vigo.
– Barcelona defender Sergi Dominguez has signed with Dinamo Zagreb permanently. The 20-year-old made six appearances for Barcelona’s first team in all competitions last season. Read more
– Chelsea’s female defender Ashley Lawrence has joined Olympique Lyonnais, while the Blues are also set to sign Australian international Ellie Carpenter in return from Lyon. Read more
– Toronto FC has parted ways with former Juventus forward Federico Bernardeschi and former Napoli striker Lorenzo Insigne, as announced on Tuesday. Read more
Expert Opinions
ESPN’s Sam Tighe analyzes Arsenal’s interest in Crystal Palace forward Eberechi Eze.
Eze’s talent and skill make him an ideal target for Arsenal this summer.
The Gunners struggled last season without the injured Bukayo Saka, highlighting the need for another forward who can contribute to scoring and winning games. Eze embodies that profile, being highly effective in the final third and excelling in take-ons.
Primarily acting as a left winger, he also offers versatility, capable of playing as a No. 10 or a box-to-box No. 8 if needed. He even filled in as a makeshift left-back for Great Britain at Euro 2024. This versatility will cater to Mikel Arteta’s tactical strategies.
The proposed £67.5 million fee is on the higher side, especially considering Eze’s age of 27, suggesting that he might not have reached his peak yet.
Additional Rumors
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– Striker Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa has also made it to the list of potential options for Manchester United in case of an exchange for Rasmus Højlund. (The Athletic)
– United declined an opportunity to sign former Aston Villa striker John Duran, who is now set to move to Fenerbahçe on loan from Al Nassr. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Tottenham, Brentford, and West Ham are all monitoring Mainz striker Nelson Weiper after his performance at the U21 Euros. Tottenham is also considering parting ways with Richarlison to Galatasaray. (Solar)
– Saudi Pro League side Neom FC has completed the necessary paperwork to sign striker Alexandre Lacazette, aged 34, from Lyon. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Barcelona is attempting to resolve registration concerns for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams by offering clauses for other clubs to sign him for €60 million. (Sports)
– Fermin López wishes to remain with Barcelona despite interest from Atlético Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool. (Sports)
-VfB Stuttgart anticipates receiving the first formal offer from Bayern Munich for striker Nikolaus Urtemaid within the next 24 hours. However, the 23-year-old, who is the top scorer at the U21 Euros, is not expected to leave for less than €70 million. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Arsenal and RB Leipzig are nearing a compromise on a fee around €75 million for Benjamin Šeško. (Ekrem Konur)
– Tottenham Hotspur is asking for £70 million for defender Cristian Romero amid ongoing interest from Atlético Madrid, as Spurs want to hold on to him but need to offload players for further acquisitions. (Era)
– Bayer Leverkusen has completely agreed to terms with midfielder Marcel Sabitzer from PSV Eindhoven, with a deal lasting until 2030 involving over €30 million. They are now waiting for Bayern Munich’s approval. (Florian Plettenberg)
– Three top Premier League clubs are in pursuit of Real Madrid striker Gonzalo García, who has a release clause of €50 million. (AS)
– Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic turned down a €20 million per year contract from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli, nearly doubling his salary. (Tuttomercato)
– Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy is valued at €70 million despite interest from AC Milan. (Corriere dello Sport)
– Benfica’s left-back Álvaro Carrera is standing by to see where he’ll play next season. The 23-year-old is seeking a move to Real Madrid but has yet to reach an agreement with Benfica over a €50 million release clause. (Cadena Ser)
– French U21 striker Ange-Yoan Bonny, 21, is expected to undergo medical checks in Milan ahead of a reported €26 million transfer from Parma on a four-year contract. (Sky Italia)
– Napoli is still pursuing Lorenzo Lucca, though his potential signing is complicated by Liverpool’s valuation of €40 million for striker Darwin Núñez. (Corriere dello Sport)
– Discussions regarding Lionel Messi‘s future with Inter Miami indicate that both parties are interested in continuing their relationship until the end of his contract, which runs through 2025. (Fabrizio Romano)
– Bournemouth has broken ties with centre-back Dejan Meunier, amidst interest from Real Madrid for Ilya Zabarnyi, who may join Paris Saint-Germain. (L’Equipe)
– Galatasaray is preparing to make an initial offer for Internazionale midfielder Hakan Çalhanoğlu on a contract worth €10 million, with a duration until 2028. (Nicolo Shira)
– Aaron Ramsey, a 34-year-old midfielder currently a free agent after leaving Cardiff City, is en route to Mexico to finalize a deal with Pumas UNAM, rejecting interests from clubs in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. (The Athletic)
Fan Take: This influx of transfer rumors and confirmed deals reflects the dynamic nature of football and the ongoing efforts of clubs to strengthen their rosters. For fans, these developments not only heighten anticipation for the upcoming season but also shape the competitive landscape of their favorite leagues.
