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Huge deals being worked on as the new Premier League season draws near

Targets: Alexander Isak, Alejandro Garnacho, Eberechi Eze and Benjamin Sesko

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The new Premier League season is now less than two weeks away and the likes of Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United are showing no signs of slowing down their wheeling and dealing. With £64million man Viktor Gyokeres finally wrapped up, the Gunners are expected to step up their interest in Eberechi Eze, whose £68m release clause expires on the opening day of the campaign.

Liverpool finally lodged an opening bid for Alexander Isak, worth £110million, which was immediately rejected by Newcastle. In a fresh twist, the Reds have opted against making a second bid as the Magpies demand £150m for their star man, and could now turn to Rodrygo. Newcastle remain interested in Benjamin Sesko, and have interest in Yoane Wissa, and have reportedly beaten Man United to the RB Leipzig striker’s signature.

Leipzig could also lose Xavi Simons, with Chelsea in talks over a deal having agreed a £38m fee for Jorrel Hato. Alejandro Garnacho remains a target. Tottenham are set to sign Joao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich and will then look to sign another attacking player. Follow the latest transfer news, gossip and rumours live below!

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Al-Hilal remain interested in Darwin Nunez

Darwin Nunez is still attracting interest from Saudi Arabia.

According to Ben Jacobs, Ah Hilal remain keen on the Liverpool striker this summer.

Nunez had a difficult campaign last season, and has fallen slightly further down the pecking order after the signing of Hugo Ekitike.

The Reds turned down a £61m offer from Al Nassr for the player in January.

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26 minutes ago

Chelsea clear-out continues

Armando Broja’s permanent departure from Chelsea is set to be confirmed with the striker set to undergo a medical at Burnley.

His sale comes shortly after Marc Guiu’s loan to Sunderland and Joao Felix’s sale to Al Nassr.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Christopher Nkunku and Raheem Sterling are both still set to depart this summer as the Blues look to balance their books.

Nicolas Jackson’s situation is described as ‘open’.

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50 minutes ago

Howe confirms Isak latest as 'Newcastle beat Man Utd to Sesko signing'

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has confirmed that Liverpool's bid for Alexander Isak was rejected amid reports the club have beaten Manchester United to the signing of Benjamin Sesko.

Howe admits he is unsure of what could happen regarding Isak with a month of the transfer window still to run.

He told reporters on Saturday morning: "From my situation I am very much removed from what was happening back home. I was made aware of a bid yesterday and that bid was turned down all before I even heard about. People back in England are dealing with the situation.

"I really don't know what happens next. From our perspective, we still support Alex in every way, and my wish is that we see him in a Newcastle shirt again."

Hours after word of Newcastle rejecting a bid for Isak emerged, reports from Slovenia claimed that the club had beaten Man Utd to the signing of striker target Benjamin Sesko in a deal worth around £80m.

Howe remained tight-lipped, however, adding: "I am sorry to sound like a broken record, I am aware of what is happening but I am not dealing with it. I woke up today and had two training sessions then came straight here.

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1 hour ago

Tottenham, Man Utd and Newcastle plot Kolo Muani hijack

Tottenham are looking to hijack Juventus' permanent move for Randal Kolo Muani, but could face rival interest from Manchester United and Newcastle.

Kolo Muani spent the second half of last season on loan at Juve from Paris Saint-Germain, having rejected advances from Spurs. and proved a success.

The striker scored five goals in his first three games and finished wtih a flurry at the Club World Cup, so Juve are keen to sign the player permanently.

However, Mediaset report that uncertainty over Dusan Vlahovic's future in Turin is delaying a deal getting over the line and Spurs sense an opportunity. PSG want €50million to sell, or with an obligation to buy on a loan deal.

Man United and Newcastle, who are battling for Sesko, are also monitoring the situation.

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1 hour ago

Gordon: I feel for Isak amid Liverpool interest

Anthony Gordon says he empathises with Alexander Isak as the Swede has become the centre of constant transfer speculation this summer.

He has been in a similar position himself, at times, and said he does not envy Isak’s position.

He told the Daily Mail: “It’s really difficult. That is why I understand what Alex is going through. I feel for him. He will be going through a lot.

“The club is going through a lot. I hope everyone gets what they want in the end.”

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Liverpool agree personal terms with Rodrygo

Liverpool have quickly turned to Rodrygo after ending their interest in Alexander Isak.

With Luis Diaz leaving for Bayern Munich in a deal worth around £65million, the Premier League champions were expected to reinvest the funds in the Newcastle striker.

But one £110m bid later and they have said to have admitted defeat, and now the Real Madrid winger is in their sights.

ESPN Brazil report that Liverpool have already made contact with Rodrygo's agents ahead of a first formal bid.

Journalist Siro Lopez claims that Rodrygo has agreed personal terms with the Reds, writting: "Liverpool have spoken to the entourage of Rodrygo, and the Real Madrid forward has approved an informal offer of personal terms."

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1 hour ago

Newcastle beat Man Utd to Sesko signing

RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has picked Newcastle over Manchester United.

According to reports in the striker's homeland of Slovenia, Newcastle after won the race for the in-demand striker despite earlier claims that Old Trafford was his preferred destination.

Slovenian daily newspaper Delo claim that Newcastle have convinced Sesko that St James' Park would be a fit next step in his career, and can offer Champions League football this season.

Like Man Utd, Leipzig have missed out on European football so are ready to cash in on Sesko and are demanding a €75m (£65.4m) transfer fee.

Delo claim a final fee of around €70m (£61.1m) is more likely.

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West Ham bid for keeper Victor

West Ham have lodged a bid for John Victor from Botafogo.

The Irons are in the market for a new keeper after Lukasz Fabianski left the club at the end of last season.

They submitted a formal bid worth €8m for Victor, while Galatasaray and Everton also hold an interest in the Brazilian.

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2 hours ago

Brentford hatch Hutchinson transfer plan

Brentford have hatched a plan to facilitate a move for Omari Hutchinson.

The Bees are targeting the Ipswich winger as a replacement for Bryan Mbeumo, and have already seen a bid rejected by the Championship side.

However, they are prepared to wait for the right time before launching a second.

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2 hours ago

Son to leave Spurs this summer

Tottenham captain Heung-min Son has revealed he will leave the club this summer.

Son has spent the last decade at Spurs and achieved his goal of silverware in May when he helped the Premier League team to Europa League success with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United.

It ended a 17-year trophy drought for the club and South Korea captain Son explained his decision to target a "fresh challenge" during a press conference in his home country ahead of Tottenham's pre-season friendly with Newcastle on Sunday.

MLS outfit LAFC are leading the race for his signature, the PA news agency understands.

Son told a press conference: "Before we start, I wanted to say I have decided to leave the club this summer.

"Respectfully, the club is helping me with this decision.

"It was the most difficult decision I have made in my career, such amazing memories. It was so hard to make this decision.

He continued: "I need a new environment to push myself. I need a little bit of change - 10 years is a long time.

"I came to north London as a kid, 23-years-old, such a young age. I leave the club as a grown man, a very proud man.

"I want to say thanks to all the Spurs fans for giving me so much love. I hope the goodbye is also good timing and this is the right time to make that decision. I hope everyone can accept and respect that."

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