As the transfer season begins, the Premier League is abuzz with activity. The transfer window is set to open concurrently with the start of Euro 2024, igniting a flurry of speculations and deals.
Manchester United and Chelsea are ready to be key players in the market, striving to close the gap at the top. Arsenal aims to challenge Manchester City but won’t overspend on a forward. Meanwhile, Liverpool seeks rejuvenation under new manager Arne Slot following Jurgen Klopp’s departure.
Newcastle and Aston Villa are also poised to make moves. Villa’s interest in Conor Gallagher may hinge on fielding offers for Douglas Luiz to fund their signings.
Stay tuned for the latest rumors and confirmed deals throughout the day.
Atletico Madrid is pushing forward in their bid to sign Real Sociedad defender Robin Le Normand. Negotiations are in progress, and personal terms are reportedly agreed upon.
Nottingham Forest is nearing a deal for Corinthians goalkeeper Carlos Miguel. The six-foot-eight shot-stopper has a £3.4m release clause, and Forest is expected to sign him on a five-year contract, beating West Ham to the deal.
Joao Palhinha remains focused on performing at the European Championships, keeping his club future open. The Premier League has provided him a significant platform, and the Euros further showcase his talents.
Bayern Munich is back in talks for Fulham’s Joao Palhinha. After a failed move last summer, a £38m deal is on the table, with conversations already happening between the player and Vincent Kompany.
Manchester United’s decision on Erik ten Hag’s future is complicated by their interest in England boss Gareth Southgate. Southgate is unwilling to discuss his future until after Euro 2024, leaving Ten Hag’s position uncertain.
Any club wishing to sign Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz will need to pay £50m. The Brazilian midfielder, linked with Arsenal, played a crucial role in Villa’s Champions League qualification.
Real Betis defender Juan Miranda, set to become a free agent, is attracting interest from Porto. Sporting CP is currently not pursuing a deal.
Juventus will confirm Thiago Motta as their new head coach this week. The former Bologna boss will sign a contract until 2027.
Manchester United expects to sign Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite this month, boosted by his exclusion from England’s Euro 2024 squad. Everton will only let him go for a substantial offer.
Newcastle has made a £16m bid for Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, with Chelsea also interested. Burnley, relegated this season, may need to offload top players but is holding out for £30m.
Bayern Munich is making another attempt to sign Fulham’s Joao Palhinha, with Vincent Kompany eager to secure the midfielder for £38m.
Tottenham’s Giovani Lo Celso might rejoin Real Betis as his contract with Spurs winds down. Tottenham is expected to incur a significant financial loss on the player.
Chelsea has surprisingly entered the race to sign Real Madrid’s Rodrygo, whose future is uncertain following Kylian Mbappe’s arrival. Manchester City is also interested.
Aston Villa has priced Douglas Luiz at £50m. Arsenal, among others, are interested in the midfielder, who had a stellar season leading Villa to the Champions League.
After leaving Chelsea, Thiago Silva has expressed a desire to return one day, highlighting his family’s deep connection to the club.
Manchester United and Liverpool are vying for Atalanta’s Teun Koopmeiners. The Dutch midfielder, likely to leave this summer, is valued at around £51m.
Brighton is in talks with St. Pauli’s Fabian Hurzeler about becoming their new head coach. The Seagulls have secured a work permit for the 31-year-old.
Tottenham is set to release their record-signing Tanguy Ndombele on a free transfer. The midfielder has not played for Spurs since January 2022 and spent the last two seasons on loan at Napoli and Galatasaray.