Transfer News LIVE, August 2: United, Chelsea and Newcastle battle for 'the new Haaland', Riqui Puig on the move... | Marca

Hello everyone and welcome along to this MARCA In English transfer market live blog this Tuesday, August 2.

We're into the final month of the 2022 summer transfer window, so sporting directors across Europe are in a rush to get deals done as soon as possible, especially since the football season starts even before the window closes.

In fact, some windows close earlier than others, so many operations are being finalised and confirmed and we'll bring you the details of the major deals that are announced this Tuesday.

We'll also bring you the juiciest transfer rumours on this transfer market live blog, where updates follow below and where the most recent entries are those nearest the top.

Transfer Market: Rumours and Breaking News on Tuesday, August 2

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James Maddison's price tag

Newcastle have been informed that James Maddison would cost 60m pounds, according to Football Insider. The Saudi-owned club are looking to significantly improve the squad this summer and the Leicester player is a top target.

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09:30 BST

Full agreement between Chelsea and Cucurella

Manchester City appear to have lost out on Marc Cucurella, with Chelsea having moved in to reach personal terms with the player, according to Fabrizio Romano. Now, they're speaking with Brighton and the deal could be concluded soon.

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09:00 BST

Two days for LA Galaxy to sign Riqui Puig

Even with the arrival of Xavi, Riqui Puig still hasn't managed to earn many minutes for Barcelona. Therefore, he is looking for a move away and Mundo Deportivo have reported that LA Galaxy are a serious option. But, with the transfer window in MLS closing on August 4, they'll have to move fast.

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08:30 BST

The battle for 'the new Haaland'

Another top talent could be about to emerge from RB Salzburg, with several big clubs interested in Slovenian forward Benjamin Sesko. According to the English media, he could be sold for 55m euros and there is interest in 'the new Haaland' from Manchester United, Chelsea and Newcastle.

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This, then, is our MARCA In English transfer market live blog. Throughout the summer, we have been providing updates on the latest transfer news right here in this space.

Each day, we'll have all the latest information as Barcelona spend big and as Atletico and Real Madrid try to keep up, with the latter now reportedly looking for a No.9.

We don't just report on the Spanish teams, though. We'll also bring you news for the Premier League giants like Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool, in addition to the teams of Serie A, Ligue 1, the Bundesliga and beyond.

If there is a big confirmed deal or contract renewal at any point this summer, then we'll bring you the details here and explain who is going where or staying where.

If there is an interesting transfer market rumour, we will bring that to your attention as well and break down how likely or not it is to actually come to fruition.

So, follow along with us this Tuesday and over what remains of the window if you want to stay up to date with the latest transfer market developments.