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Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Kai Havertz, Ilkay Gundogan, Willian

sportsmole.co.uk, 22 June 2023, 06:45
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Barcelona chiefs 'undecided over Martin Zubimendi move'

Barcelona are undecided on whether to pursue a deal for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Josko Gvardiol 'close to agreeing personal terms with Manchester City'

RB Leipzig centre-back Josko Gvardiol is reportedly close to agreeing personal terms with Manchester City, but the German club still plan to keep hold of him. Read more.

Thomas Tuchel wants Cesar Azpilicueta reunion at Bayern Munich?

Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly a transfer target for Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel following the pair's successful partnership in West London. Read more.

Everton to battle Feyenoord for Crysencio Summerville?

Everton are reportedly set to battle Feyenoord for the signature of Leeds United winger Crysencio Summerville. Read more.

Tottenham 'reach verbal agreement for Empoli goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario'

Tottenham Hotspur reportedly reach a verbal agreement with Empoli over a £17.2m deal for 26-year-old goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Read more.

Ilkay Gundogan pictured with Barcelona director ahead of Manchester City exit

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is spotted with Barcelona director Mateu Alemany ahead of completing a free transfer to Camp Nou. Read more.

Brighton-linked Bart Verbruggen reveals "dream" to play in Premier League

Anderlecht goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen reveals that it is his "dream" to play in the Premier League, amid reported interest from Brighton & Hove Albion. Read more.

Arsenal 'open to Eddie Nketiah sale this summer'

Arsenal are allegedly open to parting ways with forward Eddie Nketiah before the end of the summer transfer window. Read more.

Chelsea 'reject second Manchester United bid for Mason Mount'

Manchester United reportedly fail with a second bid for Chelsea playmaker Mason Mount, who has just over a year left on his contract. Read more.

Barcelona 'win race to sign Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan'

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan reportedly decides to join Barcelona on a free transfer this summer. Read more.

Paris Saint-Germain issue contract ultimatum to Kylian Mbappe?

Paris Saint-Germain reportedly issue an ultimatum to Kylian Mbappe after being told by the Frenchman that he will not trigger the 12-month extension in his contract. Read more.

Zidane Iqbal 'set for permanent Manchester United exit'

Manchester United midfielder Zidane Iqbal - the first ever British South Asian to play for the club - is reportedly set to leave the Red Devils for FC Utrecht. Read more.

Manchester United 'name asking price for Fulham-linked Fred'

Manchester United reportedly slap a £20m price tag on the head of Brazilian midfielder Fred, who is a target for Fulham manager Marco Silva. Read more.

Chelsea attacker Hakim Ziyech 'verbally agrees Al-Nassr move'

Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech reportedly agrees personal terms with Saudi Arabian giants Al-Nassr, who are on the verge of signing the Moroccan for an £8m fee. Read more.

Harry Kane 'still hopeful of Manchester United move'

Harry Kane is reportedly still hopeful of a move to Manchester United this summer, although Tottenham Hotspur's £100m asking price is too high for the Red Devils. Read more.

Where could Kai Havertz fit in at Arsenal?

Ahead of Kai Havertz's imminent move to Arsenal from Chelsea, Sports Mole takes a look at where he could fit into Mikel Arteta's starting XI. Read more.

Neymar 'still pining for Barcelona return this summer'

Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar is reportedly still keen on a return to Barcelona this summer, however the recapture of the Brazilian is not one of Barca's priorities. Read more.

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic 'wants to stay in Europe despite Saudi interest''

Chelsea attacker Christian Pulisic is reportedly keen to remain in Europe next season despite interest from the Saudi Pro League for the American's services. Read more.

Arsenal, Liverpool handed Samuel Chukwueze transfer boost

Villarreal are looking to sell some of their players this summer to keep their finances in balance amid interest from Arsenal and Liverpool in winger Samuel Chukwueze. Read more.

Manchester United 'hope to hijack Declan Rice deal with player-plus-cash offer'

Manchester United are reportedly considering a move to rival Arsenal for West Ham United's Declan Rice, with the Red Devils set to offer a player-plus-cash offer. Read more.

Toni Kroos signs new Real Madrid contract

Real Madrid formally announce that midfielder Toni Kroos has signed a new one-year contract at the Bernabeu. Read more.

Newcastle United 'make big-money bid for AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali'

Newcastle United allegedly make a big-money approach for AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali as Eddie Howe bids to strengthen in the centre of the pitch. Read more.

Ajax defender Jurrien Timber 'prefers Arsenal move over Bayern Munich'

Ajax defender Jurrien Timber reportedly prefers to move to Arsenal over Bayern Munich during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Arsenal 'reach agreement in principle for £65m Kai Havertz deal'

Arsenal reach an agreement in principle with Chelsea over the transfer of Kai Havertz for a £65m fee, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester City, Chelsea 'reach agreement over Mateo Kovacic transfer'

Manchester City and Chelsea reportedly reach an agreement over a fee for midfielder Mateo Kovacic, who is now expected to move to the Etihad Stadium. Read more.

Borussia Dortmund considering bid for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher?

Borussia Dortmund are reportedly contemplating whether to make an approach for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher. Read more.

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi 'approached by two Saudi Arabian clubs'

Two clubs from Saudi Arabia reportedly make an approach Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, continuing a theme of Blues squad players being linked with the Middle East. Read more.

Al-Ittihad confirm N'Golo Kante signing

Al-Ittihad confirm the signing of Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante on a free transfer, tying the France international down to a three-year contract. Read more.

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