Transfer news LIVE - Eriksen's choices, Lewandowski latest plus Ronaldo message

The transfer window has only been open a matter of weeks but there has already been significant signs of movement both in the Premier League and beyond.

Manchester City and Liverpool have invested big in their forward lines, while Arsenal have also been busy having confirmed the arrival of Fabio Vieira. The business does not look like ending there, though.

Sadio Mane is now a Bayern Munich player and Chelsea's record signing Romelu Lukaku is on the verge of a return to former club Inter Milan. There are also updates on the futures of Christian Eriksen, Cristiano Ronaldo and Robert Lewandowski.

With all of that being said, ensure you keep the blog locked throughout the day so that you don't miss a single rumour, development or announcement with Mirror Football.

06:25KEY EVENT

Eriksen's choice

Only Brentford and Manchester United remain in the running for Christian Eriksen's signature, according to Sky Sports News.

The Denmark international, 30, is on the verge of becoming a free agent as his current Brentford deal expires this month. It's believed Man Utd's offer is more lucrative.

Tottenham were also in the running to re-sign Eriksen, yet their interest has faded.

06:19Tom Blow

Good morning!

Hello and welcome to Friday's live transfer blog!

We'll bring you all the latest news and gossip throughout the day.

Stay tuned!

23:06Nathan Ridley

Thank you and goodnight

That's it from us on today's live transfer blog.

Thanks for joining us and be sure to check back with Mirror Football tomorrow for all of Friday's news and gossip.

Until then, take care!

23:01Josh O'Brien

Arsenal hoping for same Marseille result with Tavares loan

Arsenal left-back Nuno Tavares is thought to be edging closer to the exit door just 12 months after signing for the club, though any move is likely to be a temporary one.

The young wing-back has endured a difficult debut season in North London that has seen him suffer two humiliating substitutions inside the opening 45 minutes of games. He could now be on the verge of trying to revive a faltering career in the colours of French side Marseille.

The Ligue 1 outfit have a history of taking players off of Arsenal's hands, especially when it comes to loan spells. Two Gunners talents spent last term at the Stade Veledrome in Matteo Guendouzi and William Saliba. The former is expected to remain in the south of France on a permanent basis.

More here.

22:11Nathan Ridley

Forest vying for Liverpool defender

Nottingham Forest are in talks with Liverpool over a £15 million transfer for Neco Williams, according to the Telegraph.

Fulham will also battle to sign the full-back, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Craven Cottage before helping Wales reach the World Cup.

Liverpool would prefer to sell Williams, 21, on a permanent basis rather than on loan.

21:32Jacob Leeks

Bayern's furious Lewandowski stance

Bayern Munich's transfer chiefs are continuing to furiously deny that Robert Lewandowski is up for sale after Barcelona submitted their first official bid for the striker.

The Polish international has made no secret of his desire to leave the Allianz Arena, with his contract having entered its final year. Barcelona is his preferred destination, with the La Liga giants keen to bring in a big name this summer as Xavi overhauls his squad.

Lewandowski has spent eight years with Bayern, winning the Bundesliga title every season he has spent with the club. He has broken numerous records during his time with the German giants, including for the most goals in one campaign.

Read the full story.

21:19Nathan Ridley

Eriksen's choice

Christian Eriksen is understood to be deciding between whether to join Manchester United or stay at Brentford, according to Sky Sports.

Both clubs have offered the Danish midfielder, 30, good deals, but the Red Devils' is believed to be more financially lucrative.

Eriken's contract with the Bees expires on June 30.

20:55David Alexander Hughes

Ten Hag gets big Garner boost but loans not ruled out

James Garner has his heart set on securing a role in the Manchester United first-team next season - but a loan to another Premier League club is a possibility.

Garner, 21 played a key role in Nottingham Forest's promotion success last season, featuring in 44 of their Championship matches - only one midfielder at the club featured more. During his time in the East Midlands, he built on his reputation of being a technically-gifted midfielder who looks to have a very bright future.

However, it remains to be seen what kind of a role he will play for the Red Devils next season. He is yet to speak to new manager Erik ten Hag but is due to meet him in early July as pre-season training commences.

More here.

20:19Nathan Ridley

Man Utd told prices for Ajax pair

Ajax defenders Jurrien Timber and Lisandro Martinez will cost Manchester United £51.5 million each to sign, it's been reported by the Times.

The two centre-backs, 21 and 24 respectively, shone under Erik ten Hag in Amsterdam last season and the new Red Devils boss is eyeing a reuinion with a number of his former players at Old Trafford.

However, none of them will come cheap - just like £69m target and Ajax winger Antony, who wants to join United this summer.

20:03Simon Bird

Newcastle's next five signings

Eddie Howe has begun his summer rebuild by signing Matt Targett with keeper Nicky Pope also now confirmed.

They have a budget of around £80-100m to revamp a side which struggled last season with only one win until January 21… before conjuring a miracle revival and 12 wins in their last 18 Premier League games. Climbing to 11th place was a good achievement, but Howe will be after a good start and targeting at least a top half finish, with 8th position being a par for the course aim if Newcastle keep spending.

The Toon players have a more ambitious target revealed by Joelinton at the end of the season, with European football on the agenda for the new recruits like Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. A deal for Hugo Ekitike is also in place with Reims, but on-off at the moment as final details are ironed out with the striker's agent.

So who else could Newcastle go on to sign as the transfer window opens?

Read who they could be here.

19:20Nathan Ridley

Pope to Newcastle confirmed

Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of Nick Pope for an undisclosed fee, believed to be around £12 million.

The England goalkeeper, 30, leaves Burnley after six years.

19:08Nathan Ridley

Southampton loan starlet to Morecambe

Morecambe have confirmed the signing of Southampton's Caleb Watts on a season-long loan.

The Shrimps, who secured their League One status late last season, have won the race for the 20-year-old midfielder, who made his professional debut for the Saints back in January 2021 in an FA Cup match, a week before his Premier League bow.

Watts spent time with League Two's Crawley Town in 2021-22 and has also represented Australia at under-17 and under-23 level, representing his country at last year's Tokyo Summer Olympics.

18:20KEY EVENT

Pogba to Juventus 'done'

Paul Pogba will re-sign for Juventus after a deal to bring him back to Turin was completed, according to reports from Italy.

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain had been interested in signing him, but the former Manchester United star looks set for a second spell with the Bianconeri after leaving six years ago in a world-record £89 million transfer.

18:17Josh O'Brien

Man Utd chief 'stunned' over Edwards situation

One unnamed Manchester United executive is reportedly 'stunned' that those at the top of the club haven't tried everything to persuade ex- Liverpool director Michael Edwards to join the Red Devils rebuild.

United are rumoured to be plotting an entire restructure of their hierarchy as they look to do everything they can to restore the club to its former glories. In the wake of what was the worst season in the club's entire Premier League history, huge change at just about every level is required.

Edwards was a central figure to one of the most illustrious periods of Liverpool's recent history as he helped reshape the Reds squad with shrewd investments and analysis-based transfers. He also had a knack of gaining the club large fees for players who had clearly been deemed surplus to requirements at Anfield.

Read the full story.

17:54Nathan Ridley

Barrow loan Chelsea starlet

Barrow have signed Chelsea centre-back Sam McClelland on loan for the 2022-23 season.

A Northern Ireland international at the tender age of 20, the highly-rated McClelland signed his first professional at Stamford Bridge in July 2019 and made 11 appearances in Premier League 2 last term.

17:18KEY EVENT

Barcelona make first Lewandowski bid and eye Kounde

Barcelona have finally made their first offer for Robert Lewandowski, ESPN claim.

The LaLiga giants, though, have reportedly bid below Bayern Munich's €40 million (£34.3m) valuation of the Poland captain and are also eyeing another additition to Xavi Hernandez's squad, Sevilla defender and long-time Chelsea transfer target Jules Kounde.

However, Barcelona must raise capital before registering any new players ahead of the new season, such as selling Frenkie de Jong to Manchester United.

17:08Nathan Ridley

Marseille want Tavares loan

Marseille want to sign Nuno Tavares on loan from Arsenal, reports the Athletic.

The left-back only joined the Gunners last summer after leaving Benfica but Mikel Arteta and co are open to the idea of letting him leave on a temporary basis in order to gain experience next season.

Arsenal, however, firstly need to bolster thier own defence before sanctioning Tavares' departure and are currently targeting Ajax's Lisandro Martinez.

16:42Nathan Ridley

Carroll 'having Brugge medical'

Former Newcastle, Liverpool and England striker Andy Carroll is set to venture abroad for his next move.