In west London, Chelsea are eyeing their first major deal since taking over the club and a battle with Barcelona is brewing for Rafinha amid the Blues’ push to sign Raheem Sterling, Frankie de Jong and Matthijs de Ligt. Tottenham hope to unveil Clement Lenglet soon as he flies to the capital to undergo his medical today to follow Richarlison through the door as Antonio Conte’s push for a Champions League-capable squad includes a move for Jesse Lingard. Stay tuned for all the latest transfer news and rumours!
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Barcelona want a cut-price deal with Alonso
Barcelona are hoping to convince Chelsea to sell Marcos Alonso for just £8m. Discussions are scheduled for next week as the Blues, who are open to selling the left-back, consider what price they are willing to let him go. Sport detail the Blaugrana’s plans to sign Alonso alongside Cesar Azpilicueta, who Chelsea have the option of a 12-month contract extension. Getty Images1656761055
Richarlison sends a message to Tottenham
Richarlison has sent Tottenham fans his first message since signing on the dotted line in a £60m transfer. Antonio Conte’s Spurs have sealed the striker’s capture from Everton to add to their previous summer signings Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster and Yves Bishouma. Following his medical in Brazil, Richarlison has yet to travel to the capital to pose in his new shirt or visit the training complex. As such, he took to social media on Friday night to announce the biggest move of his career. Read the full story. 1656759187
Martinez WILL host Arsenal in the midst of a Manchester United game
Lisandro Martinez has told Ajax he wants to leave for a Premier League club this summer. The Mail report the defender’s desire to sign for either Arsenal or Manchester United, who have both made bids for his services. Ajax want £43m with bids of £38m, with the 24-year-old happy to sign for either club but keen to link up again with Erik ten Hag after reportedly discussing a switch with the new United manager. Getty Images1656758932
“Agreement” by Barcelona for Rafina
Barcelona have agreed to pay £51m for Rafinha, according to Spanish journalist Gerard Romero. It is claimed that Leeds are on the verge of accepting the Catalans’ offer after the winger made his desire to join the Camp Nou club clear. Chelsea had offered around £60million for the player with other reports suggesting Barcelona are not that far out of line in that deal. Both clubs are said to have agreed personal terms as the LaLiga giants look to find the cash to afford Rafinha’s fee. Getty Images1656758501
The last Lenglet
Barcelona have given Clement Lenglet permission not to feature for the start of their pre-season training session on Monday. Mundo Deportivo add to reports that the player is flying to London soon to complete his medical, although he has yet to be spotted at any airport… Tottenham will pay £4m for Lenglet on loan with an as yet unspecified purchase option included in the deal. AP1656757430
Agreed! Henderson joins Nottingham Forest
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Chelsea are mulling over De Ligt’s fee
Juventus are awaiting Chelsea’s decision on a potential £95m move for Matthijs de Ligt. The Blues have been informed of the Dutch defender’s price tag according to Tuttosport as Juve look at alternatives to replace De Ligt. Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly, also linked with Chelsea, is the preferred option. AFP via Getty Images1656755305
Arsenal in talks for Onanas
Amadou Onana is in talks with Arsenal over a summer move. Reporter Sacha Tavolieri has claimed that the Gunners are one of a number of teams tracking the Lille midfielder, with other clubs in the capital also interested. The 20-year-old Belgian was a starter for Lille last season, playing 41 times. BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images1656753675
Manchester United make a new offer for Martinez
Arsenal’s race for Lisandro Martinez has escalated with a fresh bid from Manchester United for the Ajax defender. After the Gunners had a second offer of £34m rejected, the Red Devils offered £39.6m according to the Mirror. This is made up of around £35m upfront and the rest in add-ons. The ball is in Ajax’s court as they look to keep Martinez or at least make a big profit from his sale. Getty Images1656752540
Chelsea are preparing to sign Sterling
Raheem Sterling is on the brink of a £45million move from Manchester City to Chelsea. The Mail reports that the winger has agreed a four-year deal at Stamford Bridge with the transfer potentially completed by the end of next week. Positive talks between Sterling and manager Thomas Tuchel are described as key to his decision, with Chelsea also targeting Nathan Ake and Oleksandr Zinchenko. Manchester City FC via Getty Ima