Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Solskjaer wants Kounde at Man Utd

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Varane?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Varane</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ManUtd</a> deal done: €50M plus bonus to <a href="https://twitter.com/realmadrid?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realmadrid</a>, medicals in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Manchester?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Manchester</a> in two days <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySports</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySport</a>— Gianluca Di Marzio (@DiMarzio) <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio/status/1419694075708588037?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Varane set for Man Utd medical

Real Madrid man closes in on Old Trafford

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to bring Sevilla star Jules Kounde to Manchester United, the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9824183/Manchester-United-line-shock-swoop-Jules-Kounde-Raphael-Varane-Real-Madrid.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a> has claimed. The Norwegian boss has made defensive additions a top priority this summer, with the plan being to add two new centre-halves to his ranks. Real Madrid's Raphael Varane has already been targeted, and United are also set to explore the possibility of a deal for Kounde in the coming weeks.

Solskjaer wants Kounde at Man Utd (Daily Mail)

Red Devils aiming to bolster defensive ranks

Although Manchester City are in court over potential FFP breaches, <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/15689864/kane-grealish-man-city-transfer-ffp-allegations/" target="_blank">The Sun</a> reports that they have no intention on giving up key targets this summer. This means that they are still trying to sign Harry Kane from Tottenham and Jack Grealish from Aston Villa.

Man City still eyeing £225m Kane and Grealish deals (The Sun)

Leon Bailey is closing in on a move to Aston Villa from Bayer Leverkusen, per <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportDE/status/1419753065083805697" target="_blank">Sky Sports Germany</a>. The&nbsp;Jamaica international first arrived in Germany from Genk in 2017, and was named to the Bundesliga Team of the Season in his first full campaign in&nbsp;2017–18. But now he looks poised to make the leap to the Premier League and link up with Dean Smith's side.

Bailey close to Villa move

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">All the best for the future, <a href="https://twitter.com/diegorico_3?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@diegorico_3</a> 🤝<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afcb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afcb</a> 🍒— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/1419726746925010948?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Rico swaps Bournemouth for Sociedad

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">All the best, Deyan 💪 <a href="https://t.co/78Bg0oTzWK">https://t.co/78Bg0oTzWK</a>— Arsenal Academy (@ArsenalAcademy) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArsenalAcademy/status/1419674462870458371?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Arsenal's Illiev loaned to Sered

Roma are closing in on a deal for Matias Vina after the&nbsp;Uruguay international arrived in Italy to finish up his move, says <a href="https://www.ovaciondigital.com.uy/futbol/matias-vina-italia-cerrar-transferencia-roma.html" target="_blank">El Pais</a>. The&nbsp;Palmeiras defender is set to join up with Jose Mourinho's side, to bolster their options at the back this season. A&nbsp;Copa Libertadores winner last year, it will mark the 23-year-old's first move to Europe.

Vina close to Roma switch

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ Welcome to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Galatasaray?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Galatasaray</a>, Sacha Boey! 🤝 <a href="https://t.co/XLv6UoYgtY">pic.twitter.com/XLv6UoYgtY</a>— Galatasaray EN (@Galatasaray) <a href="https://twitter.com/Galatasaray/status/1419681159441784841?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Galatasaray confirm Boey capture

Joe Hugill and Charlie McNeill have agreed long-term deals at Manchester United while goalkeeper Paul Woolston has signed a one year contract, per Goal's Charlotte Duncker. Both Hugill and McNeill signed for Man United last season and impressed in their debut seasons. McNeill, who arrived from Manchester City, scored 25 goals in 29 games while Hugill has been involved with the first team training camp and came off the bench in their first two pre-season friendlies.

Man United had new deals to young starlets

Manchester United are unsure when they will be able to complete the capture of&nbsp;Raphael Varane owing to the need for the player to&nbsp;quarantine after arriving from Real Madrid in the UK, per <a href="https://twitter.com/David_Ornstein/status/1419717581833920516" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>. The Red Devils have hammered out the final details for the Blancos defender and he looks all but set to be at Old Trafford for the 2021-22 campaign. Just when they will be able to confirm his arrival however is another matter owing to complications surrounding international travel amid the Covid-19 pandemic.

Man Utd still unsure on Varane medical

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝐷𝑎𝑟𝑘 𝐿𝑜𝑟𝑑 𝑟𝑒𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑠... 👉<a href="https://t.co/SUFiu6U6md">https://t.co/SUFiu6U6md</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OneClubOneCounty?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OneClubOneCounty</a> <a href="https://t.co/3NsWzuMaR9">pic.twitter.com/3NsWzuMaR9</a>— Newport County AFC (@NewportCounty) <a href="https://twitter.com/NewportCounty/status/1419710152958222343?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ellison re-signs with Newport

Philadelphia Union are close to completing moves for Corinthians&nbsp;forward Matheus Davo and Deportivo Lara midfielder Jesus Bueno from, says <a href="https://www.mlssoccer.com/news/sources-philadelphia-union-finalizing-signing-of-south-american-pair" target="_blank">MLS Soccer</a>. Last season's&nbsp;Supporters' Shield winners are looking to bolster their ranks with a double swoop. Brazilian Davo and&nbsp;Venezuelan&nbsp;Bueno will be the latest recruits at&nbsp;Subaru Park this year.

Philly close in on two new faces

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Welcome to the Club, <a href="https://twitter.com/sarkicmatija?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sarkicmatija</a>! 👊 The goalkeeper has joined <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BCFC</a> on a season-long loan deal from Wolves. Powered by <a href="https://twitter.com/FarleyandJones?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FarleyandJones</a>.— Birmingham City FC (@BCFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCFC/status/1419689126178271234?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Birmingham land Wolves goalkeeper

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 🗞️ | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gills?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gills</a> have completed the signing of <a href="https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ChelseaFC</a> goalkeeper, <a href="https://twitter.com/JamieCumming_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JamieCumming_</a>, on a season-long loan deal. ✍️ Welcome to the club, Jamie. 🤝 <a href="https://t.co/WTZrH01ass">pic.twitter.com/WTZrH01ass</a>— Gillingham FC (@TheGillsFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheGillsFC/status/1419696516780888065?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Gills land Chelsea shotstopper

Marko Arnautovic will arrive in Italy to complete a medical ahead of his move to Bologna on Monday evening, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/calcio-mercato/2021/07/26-83898865/bologna_comincia_l_era_arnautovic" target="_blank">Il Corriere dello Sport</a>. The former West Ham man made a switch to the Chinese Super League in 2019 after growing unpopular at London Stadium. Now, he will return to Europe and seal a move to Serie A, as his old side prepare for a Europa League campaign under David Moyes this term.

Arnautovic set for Bologna medical

Adana Demirspor have signed former PSG and Tottenham defender Benjamin Stambouli from&nbsp;Schalke 04, <a href="https://twitter.com/AdsKulubu/status/1419596858490507265" target="_blank">the club has confirmed</a>. The 30-year-old, a Ligue 1 winner with&nbsp;Montpellier before a spell in England and a return to the French capital, heads to the Super Lig outfit after five years in the Bundesliga. A former France youth star, he is also eligible to play for Algeria, though he has not been handed a senior cap by either nation.

Stambouli heads to Adana Demirspor

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ | We are delighted to confirm the signing of Ireland international <a href="https://twitter.com/court_brosnan18?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@court_brosnan18</a> on a one-year deal.— Everton Women (@EvertonWomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/EvertonWomen/status/1419613718694940672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Everton sign Ireland keeper Brosnan

Torino are nearing a move for N.E.C. forward&nbsp;Thibo Baeten, per <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/calciomercato-torino-baeten-news" target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>. The former&nbsp;Club Brugge youth starlet only joined the&nbsp;Eredivisie outfit this year but could now be tempted to make the move to Serie A. Baeten is tipped for good things, and is a current Belgium youth international.

Baeten on Torino's radar

Juventus will not be entering into contract talks with Cristiano Ronaldo, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/watch/video/12364603/no-new-juventus-deal-for-ronaldo" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The Portuguese superstar has entered the final 12 months of his current deal in Turin and has been linked with numerous other sides around the world.

Juve won't discuss new deal for Ronaldo

Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette is back on the recruitment radar of Atletico Madrid, reports <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20210726/410698465995/otra-vez-lacazette-y-el-atletico.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo.</a> The French forward has been linked with the Rojiblancos for several years and may get a move to Spain during the current transfer window.

Lacazette back on Atletico's radar

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bolstering the backline 👊❌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUWomen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUWomen</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aoifemannion_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AoifeMannion_</a>— Manchester United Women (@ManUtdWomen) <a href="https://twitter.com/ManUtdWomen/status/1419660861195571210?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

New signing for Utd

<a href="https://theathletic.com/2727262/2021/07/26/how-do-manchester-united-solve-the-paul-pogba-problem/?source=user_shared_article" target="_blank">The Athletic</a> claims that Manchester United "regret" handing David de Gea a lucrative new contract in 2019. The Spain international goalkeeper is said to be earning £375,000-a-week at Old Trafford.

Man Utd regret De Gea deal

Jody Morris is in talks with Swansea City about becoming head coach, Goal has learned. He has contacted several potential Chelsea loanees and asked them to wait and see if he can take them to the Liberty Stadium.

 Morris in talks with Swansea

Liverpool are unlikely to get a deal done for Juventus forward Federico Chiesa, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12364538/liverpool-transfer-news-xherdan-shaqiri-attracting-interest-from-europe-federico-chiesa-move-unlikely" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>. The Reds are said to have seen a big-money offer for the Euro 2020 winner knocked back, with the Italy international considered to be a key man in Turin.

Liverpool unlikely to land Chiesa

Another side looking to generate funds from sales at Barcelona, with <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/barcelona-putting-samuel-umtiti-in-the-shop-window-11940126" target="_blank">Sport</a> reporting that Samuel Umtiti remains on the market. The France international centre-half has been linked with Manchester United, among a number of other sides.

Barca seeking buyer for Umtiti

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Good luck at <a href="https://twitter.com/viktoria1904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@viktoria1904</a>, Nikolaj 👊 <a href="https://t.co/nGWlATxTRG">https://t.co/nGWlATxTRG</a>— Arsenal Academy (@ArsenalAcademy) <a href="https://twitter.com/ArsenalAcademy/status/1419644239982510085?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Arsenal loan out youngster

<a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/4439494/paul-pogba-key-to-man-united-transfer-plans-after-jadon-sanchoraphael-varane-deals" target="_blank">ESPN</a> reports that Paul Pogba is key to Manchester United's transfer plans, with the Red Devils looking to bring in funds. If Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is able to offload a World Cup winner, then he may be freed to bring in two more top targets before the summer window closes.

Pogba key to Man Utd's transfer plans

Manchester City outcast Pedro Porro has claimed that he's never spoken to Pep Guardiola, while hinting that he is on the verge of completing a permanent move to Sporting CP. City forked out £11 million ($15m) to bring Porro to Etihad Stadium from Girona in 2019, and immediately sent him out on loan to Real Valladolid to continue his development. The 21-year-old returned to Manchester last summer after struggling for regular minutes at Valladolid, with Sporting subsequently snapping him up on a two-year loan deal, and the Portuguese club now look set to buy the right-back outright. Read the full story on <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/i-dont-think-guardiola-knows-they-hired-me-porro-claims-hes/3dajxk7c2ff1153hhnuylti9c" target="_blank">Goal</a>.

Porro: I don't think Guardiola knows Man City hired me!

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Conor Bradley has signed a new long-term contract with the Reds 🙌— Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1419628860304465927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

New contract signed at Anfield

Barcelona striker&nbsp;Rey Manaj is the subject of interest from Sassuolo - as <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/sassuolo-un-attaccante-dal-barcellona-c-e-il-tentativo-74549" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a> reports. The Italian outfit are keen on signing the 24-year-old, who could be available for as little as €4 million. However, Manaj will have the final say on his own future with his contract at Barca not due to expire until 2023.

Sassuolo interested in Barcelona striker Manaj

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Gracias, agent <a href="https://twitter.com/sergio_regui?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@sergio_regui</a> 😎 Welcome to Spurs, <a href="https://twitter.com/11BryanGil?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@11BryanGil</a>! <a href="https://t.co/S9782r48eI">pic.twitter.com/S9782r48eI</a> — Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpursOfficial/status/1419628883071152132?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center> <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Here we go! 🇦🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeareSevilla?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeareSevilla</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/ErikLamela?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ErikLamela</a> <a href="https://t.co/DKiVbS9cb1">pic.twitter.com/DKiVbS9cb1</a> — Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) <a href="https://twitter.com/SevillaFC_ENG/status/1419629826655334401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Spurs announce Gil's arrival as Lamela joins Sevilla

Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury is eager to seal a switch to&nbsp;Newcastle United - according to <a href="https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/sport/19467639.newcastle-target-hamza-choudhury-wants-loan-move-leicester/" target="_blank">The Northern Echo</a>. The 21-year-old wants to join the Magpies on loan as he seeks more regular minutes on the pitch. Choudhury still has two years remaining on his contract, but only appeared in 10 Premier League games for Leicester last term.

Leicester's Choudhury eager to seal Newcastle switch

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Lille are now targeting Odisseas Vlachodimos as new goalkeeper. It won’t be an easy negotiation with Benfica - but Lille have started direct contacts for Vlachodimos. 🔴🇬🇷 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Lille?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Lille</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1419585108533813252?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Lille set sights on Benfica keeper Vlachodimos

Xherdan Shaqiri looks set to depart Liverpool this summer, with Napoli and Lazio among the clubs keen to sign the Switzerland star. The Serie A duo,&nbsp;Goal&nbsp;understands, have been in touch with the 29-year-old’s representatives following his impressive displays at Euro 2020, and both are keen to do a deal before the end of the summer transfer window. However, they are likely to face competition from Spain, where Sevilla and Villarreal are among the clubs keen. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/napoli-lazio-target-liverpool-shaqiri/1im5jm5gehfwa1cpm5gzfrjrlv" target="_blank">Read the full story here</a>.

Napoli & Lazio target £15m Shaqiri

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Midfielder Mario Lemina has today officially completed a transfer from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SaintsFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SaintsFC</a> to <a href="https://twitter.com/ogcnice?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ogcnice</a>: — Southampton FC (@SouthamptonFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/SouthamptonFC/status/1419602143913336836?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 26, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Southampton announce Lemina's move to Nice

<a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1467269/Chelsea-transfer-news-Romelu-Lukaku-Inter-Milan" target="_blank">Express Sport</a> claims Chelsea are set to miss out on re-signing Romelu Lukaku despite having him marked out as a top target. The Blues want the burly Belgian striker back on their books, with Thomas Tuchel keen to land another goalscorer, but Inter have no intention of selling.

Chelsea to miss out on Lukaku

If Antoine Griezmann ends up staying at Barcelona, then <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/barcas-secret-plan-for-antoine-griezmann-if-he-cant-leave-11940099" target="_blank">Sport</a> claims that the French forward will have to take a pay cut. La Liga giants are having to cut costs and will force a World Cup winner to tow that line if a return to Atletico Madrid or big-money switch elswhere does not happen.

Griezmann must take pay cut to stay at Barca

<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12961/12364075/cristiano-ronaldo-juventus-want-forward-to-stay-and-will-offer-giorgio-chiellini-and-paulo-dybala-new-deals" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a> reports that Cristiano Ronaldo will be told be Juventus that he is going nowhere. The Portuguese superstar is back in training with the Bianconeri on Monday, with any questions regarding his future set to be brought to a close.

Ronaldo to be told he's staying at Juve

Newcastle's efforts to get another midfielder on board could lead them to Ross Barkley, reports<a href="https://theathletic.co.uk/2714997/2021/07/24/willock-gallagher-cajuste-choudhury-why-midfield-remains-newcastles-priority-in-transfer-window/?article_source=search&amp;search_query=ross%20barkley" target="_blank"> The Athletic.</a> The Magpies have made former loanee Joe Willock their top target, but an England international on Chelsea's books may be lined up as an alternative option.

Barkley an option for Newcastle

West Ham are considering a move for Liverpool midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, claims <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1467477/Liverpool-transfer-news-West-Ham-Alex-Oxlade-Chamberlain-Jurgen-Klopp-Premier-League" target="_blank">Express Sport</a>. The England international has been struggling for regular game time for the Reds and the ex-Arsenal man may be offered a return to London.

West Ham want Oxlade-Chamberlain

Paris Saint-Germain have opened talks with Kalidou Koulibaly's agent - according to <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/napoli/2021/07/25-83861269/napoli_petagna_piace_allinter_e_il_psg_pensa_a_koulibaly" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>. The French giants are weighing up a formal bid for the 30-year-old, who only has two years remaining on his contract at Napoli. Koulibaly has also been strongly linked with Manchester United, with it reported that he could be sold for around €40 million (£34m/$47m) this summer.

PSG open talks with Koulibaly's agent

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Giuseppe Pezzella is set to join Atalanta from Parma on loan. No Porto move for the Italian left back - he’s joining Atalanta, medicals tomorrow. 🔵🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Atalanta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Atalanta</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySport?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SkySport</a> — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1419385967861960709?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Atalanta's Pezzella closing in on Parma loan move

Roma have submitted an offer for Barcelona defender Clement Lenglet - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/roma-make-offer-to-sign-clement-lenglet-11939137" target="_blank">SPORT</a>. The Giallorossi's opening bid of €15 million (£13m/$17m) for the 26-year-old is likely to be rejected, with the Blaugrana looking to receive at least €25m (£21m/$29m). Talks over a final fee are set to begin between the two clubs in the coming days as Jose Mourinho seeks to add Lenglet to his ranks at Stadio Olimpico.

Roma submit offer for Lenglet

Atletico Madrid are considering a swoop for Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette - according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/atletico-madrid-torna-di-moda-lacazette-per-l-attacco-18226" target="_blank">Calcio Mercato</a>. The Spanish giants could&nbsp;submit an opening bid of €15 million (£13m/$18m) for the Frenchman, who only has one year remaining on his contract. Diego Simeone is a keen admirer of Lacazette, and&nbsp;Mikel Arteta is ready to sanction his Arsenal departure.

Atletico considering Lacazette swoop

Brighton are ready to try their luck by bidding £20m for Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9824309/Brighton-make-20m-Celtic-striker-Osdonne-Edouard-face-competition-Palace.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. Edouard has been unsettled at Celtic for a year now and new boss Ange Postecoglu has suggested he will not stand in the way of players who want to leave.

Brighton ready to launch £20m Edouard bid

Atletico Madrid have Yangel Herrera in their sights to replace Saul, <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9824359/Atletico-Madrid-turn-Manchester-City-midfielder-Yangel-Herrera-replace-Saul-Niguez.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports. Saul is linked to Manchester United but it could be a Manchester City player who replaces him in Spain.

Atleti lining up Herrera to replace Saul

Tottenham star Erik Lamela has been spotted in Sevilla ahead of a potential transfer, <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/15689239/tottenham-erik-lamela-sevilla-bryan-gil/" target="_blank">the Sun</a> reports. Lamela is expected to head to Spain, with Bryan Gil and £21m (€29m) returning in the opposite direction.

Sevilla closing in on Lamela

Paris Saint-Germain have no intention of selling Rafinha this summer, <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210725/410687932674/el-psg-cuenta-con-rafinha-y-el-jugador-no-piensa-en-salir.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> states. The midfielder has been told by head coach Mauricio Pochettino that he is being counted on this season.

Rafinha set for PSG stay

Cadiz, Sassuolo and Famalicao have all made offers for Barcelona striker Rey Manaj, <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20210725/410686738893/el-barca-negocia-con-tres-clubs-para-hacer-caja-con-rey-manaj.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a> reports. With the Catalan side needing to raise funds, they are seriously considering the bids, which go up to around €5m (£4.3m/$5.9m).&nbsp;

Barcelona on course to sell attacker

Manchester United are still concerned that they miss out on Raphael Varane, according to <a href="https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-raphael-varane-transfer-24612564" target="_blank">The Sun</a>. They fear that they could be being played in order for the Frenchman to secure a huge new contract.

Man Utd still have Varane worries

Celtic want to sign Lee Buchanan from Derby, according to the <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/lee-buchanan-wanted-celtic-ange-24614506" target="_blank">Daily Record</a>. The Hoops are set for a major fight, though, with Wayne Rooney asking his board for support as he only has nine signed professionals currently.&nbsp;

Celtic want Derby defender

Milan midfielder Franck Kessi says that he has no intention of leaving the club. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-want-to-stay-in-milan-forever-says-kessi-in-wake-of/w78bhk39bi801trqq6fio66ka" target="_blank">Find out what he had to say here...</a>

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