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The move-in window ends in less than a week, but the whole of Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea are said to be busy looking for new signings. The Gunners are the latest to make a move for Mikel Merino and could soon strike a deal for the Spanish international, but he remains connected with moves for a new striker. Viktor Gyokeres has been connected for a long time and recently hinted that his long career is on the cards, while Eddie Nketiah’s plan to move to Nottingham Forest had fallen apart.
Chelsea are another club reportedly interested in a new striker and Enzo Maresca has admitted the Blues may also remain active despite other frantic summer spending. The club has a long-term interest in Victor Osimhen, who has possibly made an important decision regarding his future, and there is also a statement of a move for Jadon Sancho.
Meanwhile, United reportedly reached an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte months ago. Finally, it is reported that this deal is about to close. Follow all the latest news, gossip and rumours and add updates on Liverpool, Tottenham and West Ham below!
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Virgil van Dijk has entered the final year of his Liverpool contract but has insisted he is in no hurry to make a decision.
“I’m very calm [about my future],” the Liverpool captain said.
“The fact is, I need to get back to playing the most productive season imaginable. I need to be vital and continue to be vital for the Club.
“What’s happening? Let’s see, I’m still very calm with my situation. I have no reason to think about anything else because I have the entire season to play. “
“Whatever happens now, Anfield holds a special place in my heart. And that is a success. Let’s see what happens. “
Thomas Frank admitted that he might just wait for the moving window to close.
Brentford have been busy in the window in recent days, signing Sepp van den Berg from Liverpool and with Gustavo Nunes set to sign for Gremio. Meanwhile, key player Ivan Toney has been excluded from his first two Premier League matches as his potential move to Saudi side Al Ahli looms.
Toney has been the subject of many communications and transfer rumours this summer, and Brentford are yet to know if he will leave or stay for the season.
The Bees were at Anfield in Toney’s absence on Sunday as Liverpool won 2-0.
“I’m satisfied when the window closes,” Frank said. So I don’t want to communicate if, but when and maybe, a lot of players and, of course, Ivan. It’s Ivan! »
When asked if a deal had been reached for Toney to leave Brentford, Frank replied: “Very clever question. I haven’t asked about it in the last two or three days, so I don’t know literally. “
“He trained well all week with attitude. “
Napoli have reached an agreement with Manchester United for the arrival of Scott McTominay.
The Scottish midfielder will move to Italy for a fee of around £25m plus a sell-on clause, according to The Athletic, and this will allow United to continue with the departure of Manuel Ugarte.
The Uruguayan is willing to sign for United, who are expected to push for the signing once McTominay’s departure is sealed.
Eddie Nketiah will not join Nottingham Forest, Arsenal have agreed a deal worth up to £30m.
According to The Athletic, Forest failed to reach an agreement with Nketiah and talks have now failed.
The striker is still expected to leave Arsenal before the window ends and Crystal Palace is reportedly now a move.
Chelsea will bring Jadon Sancho to Stamford Bridge.
Sky Sports reports that Chelsea and Juventus are lately exploring the option of a move for Sancho, who Manchester United are keen to sell but might be willing to loan.
Chelsea would reportedly like a player to sign up for United as part of the deal.
Newcastle remain in favor of a resolution for Marc Guehi, but this has been rejected by Crystal Palace.
Speaking about whether the Eagles could remain England finalists on Saturday, Eagles boss Oliver Glasner said: “You never have any security until the end of the window. “
Raheem Sterling is considering leaving Chelsea for a Premier League club this summer but it may be difficult to find a client for his £350,000-a-week salary.
Aston Villa have been linked with a move but, for Fabrizio Romano, there is still nothing concrete in those reports. . .
Oliver Glasner has refused to blame Crystal Palace’s 2-0 defeat to West Ham on the departure of key players and insisted they have the capacity to win.
The Austrian found himself with two players in the 24 hours before the first home game after the respective departures of Joachim Andersen and Jordan Ayew to Fulham and Leicester were finalized on Friday.
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Scott McTominay has been discussed through Erik ten Hag at Manchester United but is still being linked with an exit.
However, according to Corriere dello Sport, Napoli are closing in on the arrival of the Scotland international. . .
Chelsea are still keen to sign a striker, but would have possibly been put off by Victor Osimhen’s huge wage demands.
According to the Sun, the Blues could turn to Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin as a surprise alternative.
Juventus’ Federico Chiesa is reportedly being considered.
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