RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande has officially rejoined his team-mates for pre-season training in Austria after recovering from a recent illness. The Ivorian winger, who was a standout performer in the Bundesliga last term, had been the subject of intense transfer speculation to Real Madrid during his brief absence from the squad.
There were said to have been major progress in the negotiations between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig over Yan Diomande as early as Tuesday. Now the signs apparently point definitively towards a transfer.
Chelsea are on the verge of completing a £16.3 million move for Rayo Vallecano defender Pep Chavarria as the Blues continue their busy summer recruitment drive. The 28-year-old left-back is expected to arrive at Stamford Bridge to provide vital competition and cover following a high-profile departure from the defensive unit.
Newcastle United and Arsenal have apparently reached an agreement over the transfer of Bruno Guimaraes. His successor at the Magpies could come from the Bundesliga.
Inter Milan’s hopes of securing Cristian Romero are under serious threat as Atletico Madrid prepare to launch a formal offensive for the Tottenham Hotspur defender. The Argentine international has become the subject of a high-stakes transfer battle, with the Spanish giants ready to test Spurs' resolve with a significant opening offer.
Fiorentina have successfully negotiated a season-long loan deal for Real Madrid youngster Franco Mastantuono after weeks of intense discussions. The 2007-born playmaker is expected to arrive in Italy imminently for a routine medical to finally bring this prolonged summer transfer saga to a close.