{"id":17996,"date":"2025-08-01T15:55:13","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T19:55:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/"},"modified":"2025-08-01T15:55:13","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T19:55:13","slug":"transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Transfer Window Buzz: Arsenal Eyes Eze Trade While Man Utd Pursues Striker Options"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Are_Arsenal_still_optimistic_about_acquiring_Ebebeki_Eze\" >Are Arsenal still optimistic about acquiring Ebebeki Eze?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Is_Manchester_United_near_a_striker_signing\" >Is Manchester United near a striker signing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#What_about_players_potentially_leaving_the_club\" >What about players potentially leaving the club?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#PSGs_quiet_summer_Is_Gianluigi_Donnaruma_on_the_move\" >PSG&#8217;s quiet summer: Is Gianluigi Donnaruma on the move?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Editors_Pick\" >Editor&#8217;s Pick<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Barcelonas_transfer_situation%E2%80%94Whats_new\" >Barcelona&#8217;s transfer situation\u2014What\u2019s new?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Whats_the_latest_from_Atletico_Madrid\" >What\u2019s the latest from Atletico Madrid?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Updates_on_Manchester_City\" >Updates on Manchester City?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2025\/08\/01\/transfer-window-buzz-arsenal-eyes-eze-trade-while-man-utd-pursues-striker-options\/#Are_there_any_noteworthy_deals_in_the_works\" >Are there any noteworthy deals in the works?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Transfer windows are currently open across Europe, with transactions beginning to take shape. What are ESPN reporters hearing about potential deals?<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ll provide you with the latest updates and analyses on major transfer news every Friday through September.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transfer homepage | Completed transactions | Men&#8217;s ratings | Women&#8217;s ratings<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/359.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Arsenal_still_optimistic_about_acquiring_Ebebeki_Eze\"><\/span>Are Arsenal still optimistic about acquiring Ebebeki Eze?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>From the impressions gathered during Arsenal&#8217;s preseason tour in Asia, the club appears open to further signings if the opportunity arises. They&#8217;ve already invested over \u00a3200 million and are keen to enhance depth across various positions.<\/p>\n<p>However, there&#8217;s a belief that the club may prioritize offloading players this month to balance their finances. Key players like <strong>Oleksandr Zinchenko<\/strong>, <strong>Fabio Vieira<\/strong>, <strong>Albert Sambie of Hell<\/strong>, <strong>Reiss Nelson<\/strong>, and <strong>Leandro Trossard<\/strong> may be on the move if the right offers materialize.<\/p>\n<p>The situation could hinge on Crystal Palace forward Eze, who is reportedly interested in joining Arsenal. The club holds a keen interest in him, with a release clause around \u00a368 million that expires about two weeks before the window closes. Negotiations will be essential to facilitate this move. <em>&#8211; James Ollie<\/em><\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline inline-photo full\">\n<figure><picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0801%2Fr1526485_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=570&amp;format=jpg, https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0801%2Fr1526485_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=1140&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0801%2Fr1526485_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=375, https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fphoto%2F2025%2F0801%2Fr1526485_1296x729_16%2D9.jpg&amp;w=750&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\" lazyload lazyload\" data-image-container=\".inline-photo\" height=\"320\" width=\"570\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><figcaption class=\"photoCaption\">Arsenal has already made significant investments this summer but remains interested in signing Ebebeki Eze if an opportunity arises. <cite>Sebastian Frej\/Getty Images<\/cite><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/360.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Manchester_United_near_a_striker_signing\"><\/span>Is Manchester United near a striker signing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Currently, Manchester United is directing its efforts towards <strong>Benjamin Sesco<\/strong>. The club has been in talks with RB Leipzig, who has set a price tag of between 80 million and 90 million euros, which may be too steep.<\/p>\n<p>United hopes to negotiate a more favorable deal. Selling players like <strong>Alejandro Garnacho<\/strong>, <strong>Jadon Sancho<\/strong>, <strong>Antony<\/strong>, and <strong>Tyrell Malacia<\/strong> could help create additional room in the budget to be more flexible.<\/p>\n<p>Should Sesco prove too costly or if Newcastle United or Bayern Munich secure him first, United may pivot toward making an offer for Aston Villa&#8217;s <strong>Ollie Watkins<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>While United\u2019s sources indicate that there is no guarantee of a striker signing, they are actively pursuing one. <em>&#8211; Rob Dawson<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_about_players_potentially_leaving_the_club\"><\/span>What about players potentially leaving the club?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Progress seems slow on departures for United. Chelsea&#8217;s Garnacho is reportedly of interest, while United is considering a swap involving <strong>Nicholas Jackson<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Antony has drawn interest from Real Betis, where he spent part of last season on loan. Sancho&#8217;s valuation has reportedly dropped to under \u00a325 million, attracting interest from Juventus.<\/p>\n<p>The challenge for United lies in the fact that these players are aware they are no longer needed, with rival clubs waiting to see if their prices decrease as the deadline approaches. <em>&#8211; Dawson<\/em><\/p>\n<div data-behavior=\"video_scroll\" class=\"contentItem__content contentItem__content--media-card contentItem__content--fullWidth contentItem__content--inline\">\n<figure data-video=\"watch,640,360,45873202\" data-cerebro-id=\"688bf1a21b3ab26beefee11d\" data-title=\"Dawson: Man United's preseason 'a reason to be optimistic'\" class=\"media-wrapper_image video\" data-source=\"espn\"><picture class=\"media-wrapper_image\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=640&amp;h=360&amp;cquality=80&amp;format=jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=335&amp;cquality=80, https:\/\/a4.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Dawson_Man_Uniteds_preseason_a_reason_to_be_optimistic_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=670&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img class=\" lazyload lazyload\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><span class=\"video-play-button\" data-id=\"45873202\">play<\/span><figcaption class=\"media-caption\">\n<p>1:35<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"contentItem__contentWrapper\">\n<p>Dawson: Man United&#8217;s preseason &#8220;Why We Are Optimistic&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"contentItem__subhead\">Rob Dawson reflects on Manchester United&#8217;s preseason and the decisions regarding their starting lineup against Arsenal in the season opener.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/160.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PSGs_quiet_summer_Is_Gianluigi_Donnaruma_on_the_move\"><\/span>PSG&#8217;s quiet summer: Is Gianluigi Donnaruma on the move?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>PSG might indeed let him go. The Italian goalkeeper has just one year left on his contract with the club, and ESPN sources say negotiations for an extension are ongoing.<\/p>\n<p>Donnarumma, 26, earns \u20ac215,000 a week and is the last player remaining on a deal signed before sporting director Luis Campos revamped player trading strategies. He\u2019s reluctant to accept a new type of contract and is looking for a wage increase.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"inline editorial float-r\" data-behavior=\"article_related\">\n<h2 class=\"editorial-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Editors_Pick\"><\/span>Editor&#8217;s Pick<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>2 Related<\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<p>Without any resolution regarding Donnarumma, PSG is pursuing alternatives for their main goalkeeper. The club is targeting 23-year-old <strong>Lucas Chevalier<\/strong>, who has impressed at Lille over the past two seasons and is viewed as one of Europe\u2019s top young talents in his position. Discussions with Lille are proceeding, with expected fees around $40 million to $45 million, although personal terms are still to be finalized.<\/p>\n<p>If Chevalier signs with PSG, Donnarumma will need to choose between remaining second-fiddle until June 2026 or leaving for free. <em>&#8211; Julien Lawrence<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/83.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barcelonas_transfer_situation%E2%80%94Whats_new\"><\/span>Barcelona&#8217;s transfer situation\u2014What\u2019s new?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Barcelona&#8217;s president, Joan Laporta, has closed the door on new signings, but sources tell ESPN that the club is striving to balance its finances while maintaining a squad of around 24 players under manager Hansi Flick.<\/p>\n<p>Following the transfer of <strong>Powvictor<\/strong> from Braga, there\u2019s currently nothing lined up. <strong>Rafina<\/strong> has attracted interest from other clubs, but Barcelona recently renewed his contract and is not looking to let him go. They are more focused on offloading players not in Flick&#8217;s plans, such as full-back <strong>Hector Fort<\/strong> and goalkeeper <strong>I&#8217;m sorry<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Some midfielders may also be let go, given surplus competition for places among <strong>Pedri<\/strong>, <strong>Gabi<\/strong>, <strong>Frenkey de Jong<\/strong>, <strong>Daniormo<\/strong>, <strong>Fermin Lopez<\/strong>, <strong>Mark Cassad<\/strong>, and <strong>Mark Vernal<\/strong>. The club is also working on contract updates for defender <strong>Jules Kound\u00e9<\/strong> and <strong>Eric Garcia<\/strong>. <em>&#8211; Moises Llorens<\/em><\/p>\n<div data-behavior=\"video_scroll\" class=\"contentItem__content contentItem__content--media-card contentItem__content--fullWidth contentItem__content--inline\">\n<figure data-video=\"watch,640,360,45876489\" data-cerebro-id=\"688c75851b3ab26beeff50dd\" data-title=\"Why are Real Madrid LaLiga favorites over Barcelona?\" class=\"media-wrapper_image video\" data-source=\"espn\"><picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801.jpg&amp;w=640&amp;h=360&amp;cquality=80&amp;format=jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801.jpg&amp;w=335&amp;cquality=80, https:\/\/a1.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801%2Fdm_250801_COM_SOC_Analysis_Why_are_Real_Madrid_LaLiga_favourites_over_Barcelona_GLOBAL_20250801.jpg&amp;w=670&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img class=\" lazyload lazyload\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><span class=\"video-play-button\" data-id=\"45876489\">play<\/span><figcaption class=\"media-caption\">\n<p>1:16<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"contentItem__contentWrapper\">\n<p>Why is Real Madrid LaLiga&#8217;s favorite over Barcelona?<\/p>\n<p class=\"contentItem__subhead\">Alex Kirkland discusses why Real Madrid is considered favorites to win LaLiga this season over Barcelona.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/1068.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_latest_from_Atletico_Madrid\"><\/span>What\u2019s the latest from Atletico Madrid?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Atletico Madrid has made significant moves this window, announcing six new signings\u2014<strong>Alex Baena<\/strong>, <strong>Johnny Caldosor<\/strong>, <strong>Thiago Almada<\/strong>, <strong>David Hanko<\/strong>, <strong>Matteo Laggeri<\/strong>, and <strong>Mark Publille<\/strong>. The hunt for a seventh signing continues, particularly a promising 23-year-old midfielder from VFB Stuttgart, <strong>Enzomiro<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Club sources reveal that even after securing Millot&#8217;s signature, Atletico isn&#8217;t shutting the door on further acquisitions. There are still multiple positions coach Diego Simeone aims to strengthen if the right players are available. <em>&#8211; Alex Kirkland and Rodrigo Faiz<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" class=\"floatleft\" src=\"https:\/\/a.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=\/i\/teamlogos\/soccer\/500-dark\/382.png&amp;w=126&amp;site=espnfc\" width=\"50\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Updates_on_Manchester_City\"><\/span>Updates on Manchester City?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Jack Grealish<\/strong> has returned to training at City Football Academy, but his future remains uncertain. Everton and West Ham United are among the clubs interested in him, and he could still leave before the transfer deadline.<\/p>\n<p>City seems to be waiting to make their moves as the deadline approaches, preferring permanent transfers over loans, but haven\u2019t ruled out loan arrangements in the long run. <em>&#8211; Dawson<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Nottingham Forest made an initial offer of \u00a325 million for midfielder <strong>James McAtee<\/strong>, which was declined since City values him at \u00a340 million. They gleaned from the experience of letting <strong>Call Palmer<\/strong> leave two years ago and wish to avoid a repeat.<\/p>\n<p>Sources indicate McAtee has spent more time on the first team than Palmer did during his final season with Pep Guardiola, driving him to seek a more significant role within the club. City seems adamant on raising the bid to \u00a340 million, but a deal could be complicated if Nottingham Forest pushes for a lower fee. <em>&#8211; Mark Ogden<\/em><\/p>\n<div data-behavior=\"video_scroll\" class=\"contentItem__content contentItem__content--media-card contentItem__content--fullWidth contentItem__content--inline\">\n<figure data-video=\"watch,640,360,45873095\" data-cerebro-id=\"688befc21b3ab26beefeda71\" data-title=\"Is Palhinha the answer to Tottenham's midfield?\" class=\"media-wrapper_image video\" data-source=\"espn\"><picture><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=640&amp;h=360&amp;cquality=80&amp;format=jpg\" media=\"(min-width: 376px)\"><source data-srcset=\"https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=335&amp;cquality=80, https:\/\/a2.espncdn.com\/combiner\/i?img=%2Fmedia%2Fmotion%2F2025%2F0731%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL%2Fdm_250731_COM_SOC_Analysis_Is_Palhinha_the_answer_to_Tottenhams_midfield_20250731_GLOBAL.jpg&amp;w=670&amp;cquality=40&amp;format=jpg 2x\" media=\"(max-width: 375px)\"><img class=\" lazyload lazyload\"><\/source><\/source><\/picture><span class=\"video-play-button\" data-id=\"45873095\">play<\/span><figcaption class=\"media-caption\">\n<p>1:51<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"contentItem__contentWrapper\">\n<p>Is Palhinha the solution to Tottenham&#8217;s midfield gap?<\/p>\n<p class=\"contentItem__subhead\">In connection with the potential loan move to Tottenham, Yale Moreno discusses Joao Palhinha&#8217;s performance at Bayern Munich this season.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_noteworthy_deals_in_the_works\"><\/span>Are there any noteworthy deals in the works?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&#8211; Paris Saint-Germain is close to finalizing the signing of Ukrainian international defender <strong>Illia Zabarnyi<\/strong> from AFC Bournemouth. <em>&#8211; Lawrence<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Vancouver Whitecaps are on the verge of securing <strong>Thomas Muller<\/strong>, with negotiations ongoing with FC Cincinnati regarding the player\u2019s discovery rights. <em>&#8211; Lizzie Beckellano<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Bayer Leverkusen&#8217;s <strong>Amin Name<\/strong> is drawing attention from several Premier League clubs. Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland are considering bids for the Moroccan international this weekend, while West Ham is also expressing interest. The versatile forward played a crucial role in Leverkusen&#8217;s historic title win last season, and the club has indicated he may be available for \u20ac23 million. <em>&#8211; Lawrence<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Nottingham Forest is intensifying its efforts to sign <strong>Adamatra Ole<\/strong>, with inquiries made last week about his situation. <em>&#8211; Rodra<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Although <strong>Alejandro Grimaldo<\/strong> was approached by Saudi clubs recently, Bayer Leverkusen hopes to keep him in Europe, preferring Spain as his destination, particularly if Real Madrid expresses interest. However, both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have opted for other signings. <em>&#8211; Rodra<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Jovic&#8217;s wounds<\/strong>, the Serbian striker who left AC Milan at the end of last season, will not join La Liga MX side Cruz Azul after declining their offers. He places greater importance on sport and family and wishes to stay in Europe. <em>&#8211; C\u00e9sar Caballero<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Nelson Deossa<\/strong> is expected to transfer to Real Betis after both Monterrey and La Liga clubs reached an agreement for around $16 million. ESPN sources indicate this transfer has been confirmed, pending paperwork. Deossa left Monterrey after playing 17 games and scoring three goals last season. <em>&#8211; V\u00edctor Alvarez<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Former Corinthians winger <strong>R\u00f3ger Guedes<\/strong> is reportedly in discussions with Gremio. According to club fullback Marlon, who speaks to the player regularly, Guedes is considering a return to Brazil from Qatar after his stint with Al Rayyan. <em>&#8211; ESPN Brazil<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&#8211; <strong>Diego Pichuca<\/strong>, a teammate of Neymar at Santos, is set to join Japan&#8217;s V-Varen Nagasaki. The club looks to end his contract, but J1 League teams are willing to cover his full salary during the loan period, favoring a loan agreement. <em>&#8211; ESPN Brazil<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Fan Take:<\/strong> The current transfer activity offers a tantalizing glimpse into potential shifts in team dynamics, particularly for clubs like Arsenal and Manchester United. 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