Arsenal push for Gyökeres and Madueke, Rashford loan talks begin, and Juve ramp up Sancho bid
From cut-price exits and revived swap deals to blocked transfers and surprise Championship moves, Europe’s top clubs are testing every angle in a frantic market.
On the radar this week…
It’s all starting to take shape. With the Euros just days away, club directors are deep in talks, pushing deals forward behind the scenes. Premier League clubs are sniffing out cut-price steals, while big names like Rashford, Grealish, and Sancho could be on the move. Arsenal are moving fast, Juventus are turning up the pressure, and there’s even a surprise Vardy twist that didn’t quite go through.
Arsenal agree terms with Madueke
Chelsea are expecting offers of more than £50 million for Noni Madueke, after the 23-year-old England winger agreed personal terms with Arsenal. (Source: Telegraph, UK)
Arsenal step up Gyökeres deal
Sporting striker Viktor Gyökeres is reportedly ready to give up £2 million in wages to help push through a £70 million move to Arsenal. The 27-year-old Swede has been a top target all summer. (Source: Record, Portugal)
Tottenham make fresh Kudus bid
Tottenham are still in talks with West Ham over Ghana international Mohammed Kudus, after a £50 million offer was turned down. The 24-year-old remains high on Spurs' list. (Source: Sky Sports, UK)
Dortmund want Chukwuemeka loan extended
Borussia Dortmund are pushing to extend the loan of Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka. The 21-year-old’s £40 million release clause makes a permanent move unlikely. (Source: Talksport, UK)
Crystal Palace close on Sosa
Crystal Palace are set to sign Ajax left-back Borna Sosa for £2 million. The 27-year-old Croatian is expected to become Palace’s first major signing of the window. (Source: The Athletic, UK)
Southampton to sign Damion Downs
Koln striker Damion Downs is undergoing a medical at Southampton ahead of a four-year deal. The 21-year-old American is set to join the Championship side. (Source: Florian Plettenberg, Germany)
Roma target Brighton’s Matt O’Riley
Roma are interested in Brighton midfielder Matt O'Riley. The 24-year-old Danish international is seen as a key midfield option by the Serie A club. (Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport, Italy)
Osimhen could return to Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen is open to rejoining Galatasaray permanently, but the Turkish club would need to trigger his £65 million release clause. Napoli are unwilling to accept a lower fee. (Source: Corriere dello Sport, Italy)
Leeds eye Hoffenheim’s Stach
Leeds United are showing interest in Hoffenheim midfielder Anton Stach. The 26-year-old German has several clubs monitoring his situation. (Source: Kicker, Germany)
Gueye signs new Everton deal
Idrissa Gueye has extended his contract at Everton until 2027. The 35-year-old Senegalese midfielder remains a key figure in the squad. (Source: Fabrizio Romano, Italy)
Vieira blocks Vardy to Genoa
Jamie Vardy came close to joining Genoa, with a deal reportedly agreed between the club and sporting director Flavio Ricciardella. But manager Patrick Vieira ultimately vetoed the move for the 38-year-old striker. (Source: La Repubblica, Italy)
Norwich sign Kvistgaarden
Norwich City have finalised a deal for Denmark defender Mathias Kvistgaarden. The 23-year-old joins from Brøndby. (Source: Tipsbladet, Denmark)
United bid for Calvert-Lewin
Manchester United are making a move to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who is available on a free after leaving Everton this week. The 28-year-old striker is also attracting overseas interest. (Source: The Sun, UK)
Juventus push for Sancho swap deal
Juventus are stepping up efforts to sign Jadon Sancho from Manchester United. A player-plus-cash deal involving Douglas Luiz has been proposed. (Source: Corriere dello Sport, Italy)
Bissouma also on Juventus radar
Yves Bissouma is another Juventus midfield target, with the 28-year-old Malian potentially available from Tottenham this summer. (Source: La Gazzetta dello Sport, Italy)
Rashford and Grealish could leave for £40m
Manchester United and Manchester City could both allow Marcus Rashford and Jack Grealish to leave this summer, with valuations set around £40 million each. (Source: Manchester Evening News, UK)
Barca enter Rashford loan talks
Barcelona will hold talks with Manchester United in the coming days over a possible loan deal for Marcus Rashford, including an option to buy. (Source: Footmercato, France)
PSG rule out Barcola sale
Luis Enrique has confirmed that France winger Bradley Barcola is staying at PSG despite interest from Bayern Munich. “No doubt he’s part of our plans,” said the coach. (Source: Goal, France)
Al-Nassr approach Rodrygo
Al-Nassr have opened talks with Real Madrid forward Rodrygo. The 24-year-old Brazilian has also been linked with several Premier League clubs. (Source: Sacha Tavolieri, France)