🚨 the Daily Briefing - Man Utd signing 100% DONE, Liverpool's midfielder interest, new Arsenal bid, and more

Hey guys, welcome to Friday’s edition of the Daily Briefing, thanks as always for reading, hope you enjoy! :-)

Today’s top stories:

• Wout Weghorst to Manchester United is 100% done

• Liverpool had an interest in Ismael Bennacer before he signed a new contract

• Plus more from Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle

AC Milan

It’s official - Ismael Bennacer has signed a new contract with AC Milan valid until June 2027. The new deal will also include a €50m release clause only valid in July 2024, not next summer.

Liverpool were informed on the situation with his new agent but they never made a proposal for Bennacer, it was just interest. Despite rumours, Chelsea never approached the player.

Al Hilal

Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal are targeting Lionel Messi and could offer him a contract worth a staggering £245m a year (Sky Sports)

Arsenal

Arsenal have submitted a new bid for Mykhaylo Mudryk, worth close to €70m plus add-ons.