Liverpool have made Alexander Isak their clear transfer priority this summer, with talks confirming they will not pursue both the Newcastle striker and Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola. While the Reds admire the Frenchman, all focus remains on the Swede, who has told Newcastle he no longer wants to play for them. Liverpool’s £110 million ($149m) bid was rejected last week, but the saga is far from over.
Aston Villa stars Tyrone Mings and John McGinn have spoken out following Jacob Ramsey’s £44 million ($60m) move to Newcastle United, with both players making emotional statements about the homegrown midfielder’s departure. The transfer was undertaken as the Villans struggle with Profit and Sustainability Regulations (PSR) and the move sparked strong reactions inside the dressing room.
Eberechi Eze’s future at Crystal Palace is once again in the spotlight, with Tottenham Hotspur keen on a move for the England international. However, the transfer could face delays after manager Oliver Glasner revealed the midfielder’s release clause has expired, meaning Palace now have full control over whether their star man leaves before the end of the window.
Jadon Sancho has rejected a move to Roma with uncertainty over the Manchester United outcast's future now set to drag on late into the window. The winger had been stalling on a decision over the transfer despite Roma reaching an agreement with the Red Devils on a loan deal with an option to buy worth around £20 million (€25m/$29m).
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes was not impressed after seeing his daughter wearing an Arsenal shirt during Sunday's clash between the two teams.