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The summer window is fast approaching as Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United and Tottenham all looking to get some transfer business complete before the World Cup begins this week. Arsenal have renewed their interest in Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali, but he could set them back £100m. They are also chasing Leicester’s teenage starlet Jeremy Monga, while they are also in talks to sign PSG defender Emmanuel Mbemba. The Gunners are also thought to be looking at the likes of Julian Alvarez, Junior Kroupi, Morgan Rogers and Morgan Gibbs-White.
Chelsea are on the hunt for fresh impetus as Xabi Alonso looks to put his stamp on the Blues’ squad. Dusan Vlahovic has been linked with a switch to Stamford Bridge, while England goalkeeper Dean Henderson could also come in. Manchester United seem to have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Elliot Anderson, with the Nottingham Forest midfielder believed to prefer a move to Manchester City, who are set to bid again for the England international. The Red Devils have also been linked with a shock move for Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella, who is thought to have handed in a transfer request. Tottenham have agreed a deal to land Marcos Senesi after already welcoming Andy Robertson, while they continue in talks to sign Premier League duo Jan Paul van Hecke and Savinho.
Real Madrid coiud submit a huge £130m bid for Michael Olise and re-hire Jose Mourinho after Florentino Perez won the club elections, while Liverpool are eyeing several targets to help Andoni Iraola in his first season, including the likes of Yan Diomande and Adam Wharton. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!
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Tottenham star confirms Jan Paul van Hecke transfer talks
Micky van de Ven has revealed he spoke to Netherlands team-mate Jan Paul van Hecke about Tottenham as the club plot a third bid for the Brighton defender, writes Alex Young.
Spurs have twice seen bids rejected for the centre-back, who is said to be keen on reuniting with his former Seagulls manager Roberto De Zerbi in north London.
Brighton chief executive Paul Barber confirmed on Sunday that Spurs are not the only club currently tracking Van Hecke, who reportedly has a £70million asking price.
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Mourinho wants Arsenal star Calafiori at Real Madrid
Florentino Perez’s successful re-election as Real Madrid president yesterday could yet have a knock-on effect for Arsenal in the transfer market this summer.
As previously mentioned, Perez’s victory over rival Enrique Riquelme will ensure that a mammoth bid is now launched for Bayern Munich star Michael Olise and also that Jose Mourinho will definitely be returning as manager - 13 years after his initial exit from the Bernabeu.
The likes of Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate are already on their way to Madrid, even if Rodri and Erling Haaland won’t be, while the Spanish media and Fabrizio Romano have both reported that Mourinho also wants to sign Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori.
Tottenham agree deals with Jan Paul van Hecke and Savinho
Tottenham are certainly wasting no time in the summer transfer market as they look to avoid another embarrassing relegation fight in the Premier League next season.
Spurs have already secured the arrival of Andy Robertson on a free transfer following his emotional exit from Liverpool and are poised to do the same with Marcos Senesi, who is leaving Bournemouth.
It was also confirmed over the weekend by Brighton chief executive Paul Barber that Tottenham had seen two bids for Jan Paul van Hecke rejected.
A third offer is likely to be imminent, with Dutch outlet Voetbal International now reporting that Spurs have agreed personal terms with the versatile, World Cup-bound defender.
Tottenham remain in hot pursuit of Manchester City winger Savinho, who has also agreed personal terms on a contract until 2031, per journalist Nicolo Schira.
Real Madrid to launch £130m Michael Olise bid
All eyes will now be on Real Madrid and Michael Olise after Florentino Perez was successfully re-elected as the club’s president last night.
Perez saw off competition from rival Enrique Riquelme to remain in his position of power at the Bernabeu.
The battle for the top job at Madrid saw both candidates make a number of big promises, with Enrique vowing to push to sign the likes of Manchester City duo Erling Haaland and Rodri.
Perez, meanwhile, vowed to bring back Jose Mourinho as manager and also launch an audacious £130m bid for Bayern Munich superstar Olise.
Over to you now, Florentino...
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Emmanuel Mbemba wants Arsenal move
Jeremy Monga may not be the only wonderkid on the way to Arsenal this summer.
The Gunners are also believed to be in pursuit of Paris Saint-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba.
Arsenal are said to have made an approach for the 18-year-old last week, just days after losing the Champions League final to PSG on penalties in Budapest.
Mbemba - who can play at centre-back or left-back - has been offered a new deal by the French giants, but is available for just £150,000 in training compensation with his current contract due to expire at the end of the month.
Reports now claim that the France youth international favours a switch to the Emirates Stadium.
Man Utd handed Morgan Rogers boost
Manchester United could emerge as the frontrunners in the crowded race to sign Morgan Rogers.
The Aston Villa playmaker is currently one of the hottest properties in English football after another fantastic season as he helped Unai Emery’s side to win the Europa League and also finish fourth in the Premier League.
As he now prepares to play a key role for England at the World Cup this summer, Rogers’ club future is subject to much intense speculation, with the likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester City just some of the clubs believed to be interested in his services.
But some intriguing Rogers quotes have now resurfaced from earlier in the season in which he said there was “no bigger club than Manchester United” ahead of Villa’s 2-1 win over the Red Devils in the Premier League in December.
Make of that what you will...
Chelsea step up Dusan Vlahovic talks
Chelsea reportedly want to make Dusan Vlahovic an early signing for new boss Xabi Alonso.
The Juventus striker has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, with the likes of Arsenal and Manchester United having been interested in the past.
But it looks like Stamford Bridge could well be Vlahovic’s next destination instead, with reports from Italy cited by TEAMtalk suggesting that Chelsea are stepping up talks over his signature.
The Blues are said to be in contact with Vlahovic’s father Milos, who is believed to be listening to offers on his son’s behalf.
Newcastle are also rumoured to be in the running for the Serbian international.
Arsenal agree Jeremy Monga deal
Arsenal look poised to sign Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga.
The Gunners are long-term admirers of the talented teenage winger, the third-youngest player ever to appear in a Premier League match.
Monga’s exit from Leicester now looks guaranteed this summer after the Foxes were relegated to League One following a disastrous season in the Championship.
According to journalist Nicolo Schira, Arsenal have now agreed personal terms with the 16-year-old sensation.
Olise tug of war on the cards as Perez reelected
Real Madrid are set to accelerate their push to sign Michael Olise after Florentino Perez was re-elected as the club’s president - but Bayern Munich remain adamant the Frenchman is not for sale.
Perez has been in his post since 2009 and, per exit polls reported by COPE, Marca and Diario AS, has comfortably beaten Enrique Riquelme in this year’s elections.
While on the campaign trail, he promised to bring another Galactico to the club, with a nine-figure bid mooted, and reports in the Telegraph have since revealed Olise as his secret target.
Bayern, though, will not let Olise go without a fight. They have been on a media charm offensive since Perez issued his promise, telling anyone who will listen that the ex-Crystal Palace winger, who racked up a remarkable 53 goal contributions in 52 appearances this season, is strictly not for sale.
Rogers negotiations underway
More from TalkSport as Arsenal pursue Morgan Rogers.
The Gunners have reportedly opened talks with the player’s personal camp, and they hold a serious interest in bringing him to the Emirates this summer.
