Tottenham Hotspur’s Bid for Victor Osimhen
Tottenham Hotspur have tabled an opening offer of up to £55 million for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. According to CaughtOffside, Galatasaray are seeking closer to £65 million to part with the Nigeria international.
Arsenal Pursue Bruno Guimarães and Vinícius Júnior
Arsenal are advancing negotiations to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimarães. The Athletic reports that Guimarães is scheduled for a medical ahead of a deal valued near £80 million, with Nicolo Schira indicating the €90 million transfer is in its final stages. Additionally, manager Mikel Arteta has personally approached Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior about becoming a central figure in Arsenal’s long‑term project, amid uncertainty over the Brazilian’s contract at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Interest in Jack Grealish and Cody Gakpo
Atlético Madrid are monitoring Manchester City winger Jack Grealish, with manager Diego Simeone expressing admiration for the England international, while Everton and Aston Villa also keep tabs on the 30‑year‑old. Meanwhile, Tottenham have held encouraging talks with Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo; TEAMtalk notes positive discussions, though Liverpool remain intent on retaining the 26‑year‑old Dutchman.
Newcastle Secure Goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček
Newcastle United have taken a significant step in their pursuit of Braga goalkeeper Lukáš Horníček. The Daily Mail reports that the Czech Republic international completed his medical after the Magpies activated his £25.7 million release clause.
Hull City’s Post‑Promotion Recruitment
Following promotion, Hull City continue to bolster their squad. L’Equipe suggests the Tigers are close to signing Nice forward Mohamed‑Ali Cho for around £17 million, while The Sun also links them with a £17 million move for Colorado Rapids defender Lucas Herrington. The Daily Mail adds that Hull are set to outpace Rangers and Cardiff City in the race for Tromsø midfielder Jens Hjerto‑Dahl.
Chelsea’s Revised Bid for Pep Chavarría
Chelsea have returned with an improved offer for Rayo Vallecano left‑back Pep Chavarría. Teamtalk states the Blues increased their bid after the Spanish club rejected an initial £12.8 million proposal and now demand £21.4 million for the defender.
Fulham Close on Real Madrid Duo
Fulham are on the verge of completing two permanent signings from Real Madrid. Sky Sports reports that striker Gonzalo García and midfielder César Palacios have both undergone medicals ahead undergone medicals to Craven Cottage.
Inter Milan Negotiations with Tottenham and Liverpool
Inter Milan remain in talks with Tottenham over defender Cristian Romero. Corriere dello Sport indicates a deal worth around €40 million is being worked on, though differences over Romero’s salary and agent’s commission still need resolution. Inter are also engaged with Liverpool to lower the asking price for midfielder Curtis Jones.
Barcelona’s Pursuit of Julián Álvarez
Barcelona remain patient in their quest for Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez. Diario Sport notes the Catalan side are prepared to walk away if Atlético refuse to negotiate, despite Álvarez being their preferred attacking target following the departures of Robert Lewandowski.
Cooling Interest in Yan Diomande
Liverpool and Paris Saint‑Germain have both eased their pursuit of RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande. TEAMtalk claims the two clubs believe the 19‑year‑old Ivory Coast international is fully committed to joining Real Madrid once Los Blancos finalize an agreement with Leipzig.
Other European Moves
Atlanta United are pushing to acquire Napoli striker Romelu Lukaku, although La Gazzetta dello Sport reports the Serie A champions are demanding €10 million. Borussia Mönchengladbach midfielder Gio Reyna is set to join Strasbourg on a five‑year contract worth €3 million after completing a medical, according to L’Equipe. Roma are exploring a loan deal with an option to buy for Real Madrid striker Endrick, as noted by La Gazzetta dello Sport. Paris Saint‑German have submitted a €33 million package for Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and an offer exceeding €40 million for Ajax winger Mika Godts, with Fabrizio Romano confirming personal terms have already been agreed with Godts. Finally, Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has expressed interest in a move to Juventus, though La Gazzetta dello Sport notes the Italian club must first sell Jonathan David before a formal approach can be made.
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