Transfer news & rumours LIVE: Arsenal reach agreement with Sporting for Viktor Gyokeres as £64m saga nears conclusion – ADJEI NKRUMAH MICHAEL report on GistReel Sports
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- Arsenal close to signing Gyokeres
- Man Utd prepared to launch offer for Aston Villa’s Martinez
- Isak agrees to talks with Ali-Hilal despite Liverpool links
Angel City agree to new deal with 18-year-old rising star Phair
Angel City Football Club and 18-year-old forward Casey Phair agreed to a new three-year contract through 2028, locking the South Korea international into a deal to be a key member of the club’s future.
Garnacho backs away from Aston Villa move amid UCL transfer goal
Manchester United outcast Alejandro Garnacho is reportedly keen on signing for a Champions League team rather than joining Aston Villa.
Bayern confident in landing Liverpool’s Díaz
Bayern Munich are growing increasingly hopeful about finalising a move for Liverpool winger Luis Díaz, according to reports from Bild. Talks between the two European giants have been ongoing for several weeks, and both sides are said to believe that a compromise is within reach. The German champions have reportedly earmarked €75 million as their maximum outlay for the Colombian international. Should the transfer materialise, Díaz is expected to receive a notable boost in salary, with his new wages set to reach €14 million gross annually at the Allianz Arena.
Lineker defends Rashford over Barcelona move
Gary Lineker defended Marcus Rashford over his poor spell at Manchester United and believes that he will succeed at Barcelona. The England international is on the verge of sealing a season-long loan deal to the Spanish champions, in what many see as a bold attempt to reignite his career after a challenging spell at Old Trafford.
De Gea claims Real Madrid move broke down ‘for a reason’
David de Gea, the former Manchester United goalkeeper, has addressed the saga of his failed transfer to Real Madrid back in 2015. While still choosing to keep many of the details under wraps, the Spaniard hinted that he will eventually share the full story, but only after he hangs up his gloves for good.
Find out what the keeper said on GOAL
Liverpool enter ‘direct talks’ with Rodrygo over summer move
Liverpool have reportedly begun ‘direct talks’ with Real Madrid star Rodrygo over a summer transfer.
Explained: The add-ons Arsenal will pay to Sporting for Gyokeres
Arsenal have reached a full agreement with Sporting CP to sign Viktor Gyokeres in a transfer valued at €63.5 million (£55m/$74m) upfront, with an additional €10m (£8.6m/$12m) in performance-based add-ons
Conceicao completes permanent switch to Juventus
Juventus have confirmed the permanent signing of Francisco Conceicao from FC Porto following an impressive loan stint throughout the 2024–25 season. After extending his loan through the end of the FIFA Club World Cup, Conceicao has now committed his future to the Serie A giants. The Portuguese talent has signed a new five-year agreement, which will keep him at Juventus until the summer of 2030.
Xhaka’s agent announces agreement with Premier League club
Granit Xhaka’s agent has confirmed that the former Arsenal man’s Premier League return is imminent with Sunderland after snubbing offers from elsewhere.
Wolves submit £13m bid for Barca & AC Milan target
Wolves have submitted a bid for Almeria defender Marc Pubill, but face competition from AC Milan.
Arsenal close to signing Gyokeres
According to The Athletic, Arsenal are on the verge of reaching a total agreement with Sporting for the transfer of their star forward Viktor Gyokeres.
The Gunners had earlier proposed a deal worth €63.5million plus €10m of future bonuses and the terms of those bonus payments is where the clubs had disagreed. However, the report adds that the two teams are close to resolving their differences.
Flick issued warning to Rashford before giving green light to Barca move
Marcus Rashford will finally end his United nightmare and exit Old Trafford this summer as he is all set to complete a loan move to Barcelona.
The negotiations picked up speed towards the end of last week after Flick personally spoke to Rashford, as reported by Sport. The German manager warned the winger that he would have to fight for his place in the team’s starting lineup and put in more work defensively. The report adds that concerns were raised internally over the England international’s work rate. Flick, however, gave his green signal after getting a verbal assurance from Rashford.
Madrid legend’s professionalism questioned by Messi’s boyhood club
Lionel Messi’s boyhood club Newell’s Old Boys questioned Real Madrid legend Keylor Navas’ professionalism as the Costa Rican goalkeeper left the Argentine club after just six months to join Liga MX side Pumas. Newell’s will receive compensation worth $2 million (£1.4m) from the Mexican team. Navas moved to Argentina in January after spending nearly 15 years in Europe.
Reyna agrees Serie A move but Dortmund not convinced by offer
Gio Reyna’s days as a Borussia Dortmund player seem to be numbered, with the United States international agreeing to a move to Parma in Serie A, according to Sky Sports. However, Dortmund have not been convinced by the Italian side’s offer, who have sent a paltry €6 million (£5.2m/$7m) proposal.
Grealish or Chiesa? Napoli pick between Man City & Liverpool outcasts
Napoli have backed out of the race to sign Atlanta’s Ademola Lookman after he rejected them, and according to Corriere dello Sport, they have identified Manchester City’s Grealish and Liverpool’s Chiesa, both of whom are expected to leave their respective clubs this summer.
Serie A top scorer makes €80m Saudi Arabia switch
Mateo Retegui has completed a high-profile transfer from Atalanta to Saudi side Al-Qadsiah after just one season in Serie A. The Italian striker has signed a four-year deal, replacing Aubameyang in the Saudi Pro League team’s attack. According to Calciomercato, Atalanta will receive a total of €80 million (£67m/$91m), including a fixed fee of €65m (£55m/$74m), while Retegui is reportedly set to earn €20m (£17m/$23m) per season over a three-year contract.
Chelsea’s Caleb Wiley returns to Watford on loan
USMNT and Chelsea defender Caleb Wiley has returned to Championship side Watford on a season-long loan deal, the club has confirmed.
The official statement from the Blues read: “Chelsea defender Caleb Wiley has completed a return to Championship club Watford on a season-long loan. The United States international spent the second half of last season at Vicarage Road, featuring on 10 occasions for the Hornets.”
Sterling set for fresh start abroad with Champions League club
Raheem Sterling is all set to end his stay in English football after attracting interest from a Champions League club abroad, according to The Athletic. The 30-year-old began his pre-season training with Chelsea last week but could now leave his homeland to make a fresh start.
