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Transfer news LIVE - Richarlison set for medical, Man Utd in Arsenal in tussle

mirror.co.uk, 30 June 2022, 06:28
Manchester United's pursuit of Frenkie De Jong continues despite the player's desire whilst Chelsea continue to push for Raphinha and Arsenal's announcement on Gabriel Jesus is imminent

Manchester United remain determined to make moves in the transfer market despite their faltering approach for Frenkie De Jong.

The midfielder is pushing back on a move to the Premier League as he looks to stay at Barcelona. The Red Devils have seen a host of their rivals make shrewd additions and they could be left behind. Neighbours Manchester City have signed Erling Haaland whilst Liverpool purchased Darwin Nunez.

Arsenal and Chelsea are among those eyeing Raphinha with the Blues needing to add new faces. Romelu Lukaku recently left for Inter Milan whilst Tottenham are eyeing more new faces.

With all that being said, stick around for all of the latest transfer news and rumours direct from Mirror Sport.

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08:30Samuel Meade

Raphinha agrees Chelsea terms

Raphinha has agreed personal terms worth £115,000-a-week with a five-year contract on the table after he and Chelsea "broadly" agreed on an offer, according to the Telegraph.

The Brazilian is edging towards a Leeds exit and the Blues appear his most likely destination.

08:03Samuel Meade

Gunners dealt Gakpo blow

Arsenal's chances of signing PSV Eindhoven forward Cody Gakpo have taken a huge hit this week after it was revealed that Leeds United have entered talks with the 23-year-old, who is valued at around £34m by the Dutch club after recording 21 goals and 15 assists in all competitions last season.

Dutch outlet ED has reported that Leeds are set to open talks with the player, with director of football Victor Orta hoping to tempt him to Yorkshire this summer, as they look to beat a number of high-profile clubs to his signature.

07:33KEY EVENT

Richarlison set for medical

Richarlison is set to undergo medical today ahead of a move to Tottenham.

An agreement was struck in principle between the two parties overnight with Everton receiving an initial £50m plus £10m add-ons, reports the Athletic.

07:18Samuel Meade

Henderson nears Forest move

According to a report by the Daily Mail, Henderson will have his medical 'this week', with Nottingham Forest understood to have agreed a deal with United to sign the goalkeeper on a season-long loan, following the England international agreeing on terms to move to the City Ground.

06:58Samuel Meade

Arsenal eye Asensio

As a result of potentially missing out on both Cody Gakpo and Raphinha this summer, Arsenal have already begun to turn their attention elsewhere and according to the latest reports in Spain, the Gunners are 'eyeing' up a deal for Marco Asensio.

AS have reported that Arsenal are eyeing a move to sign the £34m-rated Real Madrid attacker, while Arteta is said to be a 'great supporter of the operation' to sign the Spanish international this summer.

06:51KEY EVENT

Man Utd issue response on Martinez

TalkSport reports that Man Utd are readying a bid of £40m for Lisandro Martinez - who is also on Arsenal's radar.

Arsenal have bid £35m for the centre-half and the Red Devils now want to top their offer.

06:42Samuel Meade

Good morning!

We're back with another day of transfer news and gossip.

Stay tuned throughout the day for all the latest.

22:38Daniel Orme

Goodnight!

Unfortunately, that's all we've got time for this evening.

Make sure you tune in bright and early tomorrow though for even more of the standout transfer news and rumours straight from Mirror Sport.

22:33Daniel Orme

Everton set to open Pickford talks

Everton are reportedly set to open talks with Jordan Pickford regarding a new deal at Goodison Park.

The England stopper has been the club's number one stopper since his switch from Sunderland. The 28-year-old's current deal is set to expire in the summer of 2024 and according to Mail Online, talks have already opened over an extended stay with the club.

22:02Daniel Orme

Newcastle enter race for Bayern starlet

Newcastle United have reportedly entered the race for Joshua Zirkzee.

The Bayern Munich youngster spent last season on loan at Anderlecht but according to HLN, the Belgian outfit are keen to sign Sebastiano Esposito, suggesting that a return for Zirkzee is off the cards.

That has potentially opened the door for Newcastle who could be interested in making a move.

21:31Daniel Orme

Moutinho set to leave Wolves

Portuguese midfielder Joao Moutinho appears set to wave goodbye to Wolverhampton Wanderers this summer after talks over an etxended deal 'stalled'.

The former AS Monaco and FC Porto star is out of contract this summer and whilst Wolves were hopeful of retaining his services. However, according to Mail Online, discussions over fresh term have stuttered with Moutinho keen for a new two-year deal as opposed to the one offer at Molineux.

21:00Daniel Orme

Lukaku hails Inter coach after return

Romelu Lukaku has hailed the influence that Inter boss Simone Inzaghi had on him after his return to the Serie A club was confirmed.

Speaking to the club's official website, he said: "The fans, first of all, my team-mates, and also because I wanted to work with the coach. We were in contact over the course of the season. I think he's doing a great job here. I want to help the team and do well for this club."

20:33Daniel Orme

Real Madrid eye Tielemans

Amid reports that Man Utd had renewed their interest in Leicester star Youri Tielemans, they could reportedly face some severe competition.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Real Madrid are interested in making a move for the Belgian midfielder. However, there is one caveat to their interest and that is that they would only intend on sealing his services on a free transfer when his contract expires next summer.

20:01Daniel Orme

Barcelona make ruthless transfer call

Barcelona boss Xavi has reportedly told four players not to turn up for pre-season training this summer.

As per Mundo Deportivo, Samuel Umtiti, Martin Braithwaite, Oscar Mingueza and Riqui Puig have been told not to report for training with their fortunes looking uncertain.

Barca need to sell a number of players this summer to rebalance their dreadful financial situation.

19:27KEY EVENT

Spurs 'hopeful' over Richarlison deal

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly 'hopeful' of striking a deal for Everton's Richarlison within 24 hours.

The north London side have been credited with an interest in the Brazilian forward and according to football.london, they are optimistic over agreeing a fee with the Toffees needing a quick cash injection to beat the Premier League's Financial Fair Play deadline.

19:07Daniel Orme

Lukaku announced

Well, that didn't take long!

Romelu Lukaku's return to Inter Milan has been confirmed. The Belgian forward has penned a one-year loan deal with the Italian giants.

Read the full story here.

18:59Daniel Orme

Frenkie de Jong latest

Frenkie de Jong 's potential switch to Manchester United has been one of the most stereotypical 'will he? won't he?' transfer sagas of the entire window so far.

The Barcelona star has been linked with a switch to Old Trafford practically since Erik ten Hag was announced as the Red Devils' new boss. Of course, he would prove to be an excellent addition to the heart of the Man Utd midfield having displayed his abilities with Ajax and at the Camp Nou.

Negotiations have been taking place between the two clubs for some time, with various rumours speculating over whether the Dutchman will become Man Utd's first signing of the summer.

With that being said, Mirror Sport is on hand to bring you the truth on the talks and the latest on De Jong's potential switch to Old Trafford.

18:27KEY EVENT

Lukaku's Inter Milan return signed and sealed

Romelu Lukaku's agent Sébastien Ledure has confirmed that the striker's return to Inter Milan has been sealed.

After the Belgian flew to Italy, he said:"We have signed all the documents. Inter and Chelsea's new owner did great job.

"What happens next year? We don't know yet, we'll see in 2023 - now's time to enjoy his comeback."

18:02Daniel Orme

Arsenal agree defender deal

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a deal with Sunderland that will see defender Dan Ballard move to the Stadium of Light this summer.

The young centre-back enjoyed an impressive loan spell with Millwall last term and was previously linked with a switch to Burnley. However, The Athletic report that Sunderland are on the verge of signing him upon their return to the Championship.

17:30Daniel Orme

Henderson switch to be announced

Whist Man United have not yet managed to secure an incoming transfer yet this summer, they appear to be closing in on an announcement.

According to reports, Dean Henderson's loan switch to Nottingham Forest will be announced over the next few days. There is not a buy option included in the deal.

17:02KEY EVENT

Barcelona hold Raphinha meeting

The agent of Arsenal and Chelsea target Raphinha has been spotted meeting with Barcelona despite the Blues having seemingly reached an agreement over a transfer.

The La Liga giants appear to have made one last effort to sign Raphinha with a meeting with his representatives. As spotted by a keen-eyed Twitter user, his agent Deco was spotted leaving the club's offices alongside Mateu Alemany and Enric Masip, advisor to Barca president Joan Laporta.

Find out the full story here.

16:28Daniel Orme

Wolves hit with Sporting blow

WOLVES' hopes of landing Sporting Lisbon's Matheus Nunes are fading with the star unconvinced over a move to Molineux.

Wanderers were planning to splash out the £42million-rated midfielder if they sold Ruben Neves. But no-one has yet agreed to meet Neves' £70m price tag with his contract up in two years.

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