Deadline day LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Fulham complete Broja signing, Veliz leaves Spurs
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Today's key events
Douglas Luiz 'to snub Arsenal move' as transfer talks 'advancing'
Arsenal are reportedly set to concede defeat in the pursuit of one of their long-term midfield targets, who is closing in on a switch to Juventus.
Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz was memorably pursued by the North London giants in the summer of 2022, when the Gunners reportedly had bids of £25m and £30m turned down.
The Brazil international penned a contract extension with the Lions a couple of months later and has continued to thrive under Unai Emery, scoring 10 goals and setting up 10 more in 53 matches last season.
Luiz's efforts were crucial in Villa's successful push for Champions League qualification, and the ex-Manchester City man is also set to represent Brazil at this summer's Copa America.
Arsenal 'tracking Eredivisie striker' after Benjamin Sesko snub
Arsenal have reportedly identified an Eredivisie striker as a potential alternative to RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko.
The Gunners are set to have another busy summer ahead of them under manager Mikel Arteta, who is believed to be prioritising the addition of a new centre-forward.
It has previously been reported on multiple occasions that Arsenal are one of a number of top European clubs battling for the signature of highly-rated 21-year-old striker Sesko, who scored 14 goals for Leipzig last season.
However, it is now understood that Sesko has made the decision to snub interest from the Premier League and elsewhere and sign a contract extension at Leipzig, who are expected to make an announcement of the striker's renewal this week.
Real Sociedad eye Man City man as replacement for Arsenal loanee?
Real Sociedad have reportedly identified a Manchester City player as a replacement for Arsenal loanee Kieran Tierney.
The La Liga club signed Tierney on a temporary deal for the 2023-24 season to provide competition for Javi Galan and Aihen Munoz.
Although the Scotsman made 17 starts and 10 substitute outings across all competitions, he failed to make the desired impact in Spain and once again struggled with injuries.
Tierney has since returned to parent club Arsenal, as Sociedad have decided against activating the option to buy the 27-year-old on a permanent deal.
"He is our player" - Guardiola speaks out on Cancelo future
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has suggested that Joao Cancelo could return to the Etihad Stadium this summer.
A total of 18 months have passed since the 30-year-old full-back last made an appearance for the Citizens when he played the full 90 minutes in a 2-1 defeat to rivals Manchester United in the Premier League.
Following a brief stint in Germany with Bayern Munich during the second half of the 2022-23 campaign, Cancelo completed a season-long loan move to La Liga giants Barcelona last summer.
The Portugal international has since made a notable impression at Camp Nou, recording four goals and five assists in 42 appearances across all competitions, and was regarded as a key player under former boss Xavi.
PSG 'concerned' over future of Real Madrid-linked star amid Mbappe exit
Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly 'concerned' over the future of one of their first-team starts following the departure of Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid confirmed earlier this month that they have agreed to sign Mbappe on a free transfer when his contract at the Parc des Princes expires on June 30.
Mbappe has put pen to paper on a five-year deal with Los Blancos and leaves PSG as their all-time leading scorer after netting 256 goals in 308 appearances across seven successful seasons in the French capital.
PSG are now focused on recruiting an adequate replacement for the 25-year-old as well as strengthening the squad in other key areas as they endeavour to consolidate their position at the summit of French football.
Chelsea edge closer to wonderkid signing as agent confirms personal terms 'agreed'
Chelsea have made positive progress in their pursuit of 17-year-old starlet Pedro Lima, the player's agent has confirmed.
The West Londoners have recently been linked with a move for the Sport Recife right-back and the club president of the South American outfit revealed last month that talks have been held with several interested suitors.
"There are many clubs interested," Recife chief Marcelo Barros told Globo Esporte's podcast Embolada. "Pedro and I have been talking to more than one club. But there are slightly more advanced negotiations with one of them.
"We're making a very careful assessment. I don't see a club in Brazil that would make the investment we want for Pedro, and it's not in the athlete's interest either. So we're not too worried. And there are different offers."
Luis Diaz responds to Liverpool transfer rumours amid Barcelona interest
Liverpool winger Luis Diaz has responded to speculation linking him with a summer move to clubs including Barcelona.
The 27-year-old joined the Reds from Porto for an initial £37.5m in January 2022 and featured regularly under former manager Jurgen Klopp.
Diaz has made a total of 98 appearances for Liverpool in all competitions, scoring 24 goals and providing 13 assists, with 13 goals and five assists recorded in 51 outings last season.
Although Diaz still has three years remaining on his contract at Anfield, there has been plenty of speculation about his future on Merseyside amid reported interest from Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain and clubs in Saudi Arabia.
Six affordable strikers Arsenal could sign after Benjamin Sesko blow
Arsenal were dealt potentially the most crushing blow in their pursuit of a new striker yet on Tuesday morning, when it was revealed that Benjamin Sesko had elected to stay at RB Leipzig instead of jumping ship to North London.
The 21-year-old Slovenia international appeared to be priority number one on Arsenal's striker shortlist, and the Gunners were optimistic of fending off Manchester United and Chelsea's advances to reach an agreement.
Leipzig would have been powerless to stop Arsenal's swoop had the Gunners triggered a reported £55m clause in his former deal, but Sesko believes that staying in the Bundesliga is the best move for his embryonic career at this point.
A gentleman's agreement in Sesko's deal means that a future Premier League move is not entirely off the cards, but if Mikel Arteta is to continue his pursuit of a new number nine for 2024-25, alternative solutions must be sought.
Transfer rumours: Luiz to Juventus, Dubravka to Celtic, Kamada to Palace
Italian giants Juventus are reportedly prepared to offer two players in a proposed swap deal for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz.
The 26-year-old elevated his game to new heights during an impressive 2023-24 campaign under manager Unai Emery, contributing with 10 goals and 10 assists in 53 games as Villa secured a top-four finish in the Premier League and reached the Europa Conference League semi-finals.
Luiz has since been the subject of much interest from the likes of Arsenal and Liverpool, but Juventus now appear to have stepped up their pursuit of the Brazil international.
According to the Daily Mail, Juve are leading the race for Luiz's signature and are prepared to include both Weston McKennie and Samuel Iling-Junior in a proposed swap deal for the £50m-rated midfielder.
Newcastle 'reach full agreement' over 25-year-old signing with 'medical booked'
Newcastle United are reportedly closing in on the signing of Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly.
The 25-year-old will officially become a free agent when his Bournemouth contract expires on June 30, with the Cherries confirming his exit following the conclusion of the 2023-24 campaign.
Newcastle have stepped up their pursuit of Kelly after losing out in the race to sign Tosin Adarabioyo, who has agreed to join Chelsea on a free transfer when his Fulham contract expires.
The Magpies have faced competition from clubs abroad in the race for Kelly, with Serie A duo Juventus and AC Milan both being credited with an interest.
Man City 'earmark Serie A goalkeeper' as Ederson successor
Manchester City have apparently earmarked a leading Serie A goalkeeper as an ideal signing should Ederson depart the club in the near future.
The Citizens' goalkeeping situation has been a hot-button topic for the past couple of weeks, as first-choice stopper Ederson could supposedly depart if an appropriate bid comes in.
Saudi Pro League clubs are reportedly showing an interest in the 30-year-old, who is only under contract at the Etihad for another two seasons and may be available for around £40m.
City have supposedly told Ederson that he will have to put in a transfer request if he wants out this summer, but the situation took a twist last week when second-choice Stefan Ortega extended his terms until 2026.
Benjamin Sesko 'makes huge contract decision' amid Arsenal, Chelsea interest
RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has reportedly come to a final decision on his immediate future amid talk of a possible switch to the Premier League.
The 21-year-old is believed to have attracted glances from all of Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United on account of his terrific end to the 2023-24 Bundesliga campaign.
Sesko scored in each of Leipzig's last seven matches of the top-flight campaign, and after scoring five goals for Slovenia in Euro 2024 qualifying, he will lead the line for his nation at this summer's Championships.
The former Red Bull Salzburg starlet is already under contract at Leipzig for another four seasons, but his current terms reportedly include a release clause of around £55m, which all three Premier League teams would happily trigger.
Nottingham Forest 'make decision' over summer transfer strategy
Nottingham Forest are reportedly looking to strengthen in four areas of the pitch during the summer transfer window.
The East Midlands outfit have just narrowly avoided relegation from the Premier League, their task not helped by a points deduction for breaching the division's Profit and Sustainability regulations.
Nevertheless, securing a third successive campaign in the top flight has brought some breathing space for club officials, who would have had to consider numerous sales had they been relegated to the Championship.
Although Forest may still have to cash in on one of their star men, they have freed up some space on their wage bill by releasing 18 players.
Transfer rumours: Liam Delap future, Szczesny to Al-Nassr, Worrall to Sheffield United
Manchester City have reportedly decided to do away with young striker Liam Delap in the summer transfer window.
The 21-year-old is back at the Etihad following a productive loan spell with Hull City, whom he registered eight goals and two assists for in 31 Championship matches in 2023-24.
Delap missed a few months of action with a serious knee injury, though, and his efforts were ultimately not enough to help the Tigers secure a top-six finish.
The England Under-21 international is contracted to the Premier League champions until 2026, but according to The Sun, City are prepared to sell him to a Premier League rival this summer.
Chelsea 'worried' about future of in-demand 24-year-old
Chelsea allegedly have concerns over how the transfer saga involving Conor Gallagher could play out during the summer transfer window.
The 24-year-old has just starred for the Blues during 2023-24, starting all but one of their 38 Premier League games as sixth place was eventually secured in the table.
Gallagher was also captain for the majority of those fixtures, yet speculation has persisted that his progress at his boyhood club could be cut short by the club's co-owners.
Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital have made little attempt to extend Gallagher's contract past 2025, instead preferring to cash in on his signature to boost the club's position with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability regulations.
Forson 'agrees' to join Serie A club after Man United exit
Omari Forson has reportedly made the decision to move to Serie A after his exit from Manchester United.
In 2023-24, head coach Erik ten Hag promoted the midfielder to the senior ranks in the hope of the 19-year-old establishing himself at first-team level.
However, the Dutchman failed to provide the prospect with the subsequent game time that would convince him to sign a long-term contract at Old Trafford.
Forson would make just one start and six substitute outings in all competitions, providing a crucial assist in a 4-3 victory at Wolverhampton Wanderers but featuring for just 11 minutes from March onwards.
