🚨 Arsenal want World Cup star, Guardiola's shock new job, Fresh bid for Liverpool midfielder, Man United target move for Frenchman, Chelsea player close to exit & more.
Plus all the latest transfer updates from the world of football.
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Arsenal
Arsenal are attempting to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez before pre-season, with competition for the 26-year-old appearing to have reduced. (The Independent)
Arsenal are waiting for Leandro Trossard to give his final approval to a move to Besiktas before completing the signing of Christos Tzolis. (Fabrizio Romano)
Former defender tells Arsenal to “sweep” left winger up for £40m. Read more!
Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in signing Manu Kone, and the Red Devils have already contacted his agents regarding a potential move. (Sport Witness)
AS Roma
Roma want Alejandro Garnacho and are also interested in Diego Moreira. The Serie A side would reportedly prefer to sign Garnacho on a paid loan containing an option to buy, while Moreira is being targeted through a permanent transfer. (Gazetta dello Sport)
Barcelona
Raphinha is being linked with a number of teams right now, with Barcelona apparently open to selling him this summer at the right price. (Sport)
Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is set to join Galatasaray from Burnley for around €30m. (Fabrizio Romano)
Everton
Everton are only going to be willing to pay between £5m and £10m for Jack Grealish on a permanent deal this summer. (Football Insider)
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Inter Milan
European giants Inter Milan are considering making a fresh bid for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones. (Ben Jacobs)
Manchester City
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is on Italy’s shortlist following Maldini’s appointment as the Italian Football Federation’s new technical director. (Gazetta dello Sport)
Manchester United
Manchester United consider return to last summer’s top target as Premier League rivals relent over £100m asking price. Full Story here!
Newcastle United
Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign England starlet Kyran Thompson from the Arsenal academy. (Fabrizio Romano)