Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Ajax reject Manchester United's €90m bid for Antony

The transfer saga involving Wesley Fofana's proposed move to Chelsea could finally be coming to an end.French outlet <a href="https://twitter.com/RMCsport/status/1563237766703779840" target="_self">RMC </a>have claimed the two clubs have come to a verbal agreement for the transfer of the 21-year-old. A quick reminder that they do battle in the Premier League tomorrow afternoon. 👀

Verbal agreement reached between Chelsea and Leicester for Fofana (RMC Sport)

A number of reports are claiming that Ajax have turned down an eye-watering €90m bid for Antony from Manchester United.He is clearly Erik ten Hag's primary target in the closing stages of this transfer window but his former side are still holding out for their widely-reported €100m valuation.

Ajax reject €90m Man Utd bid for Antony

Cristiano Ronaldo's representative Jorge Mendes has reportedly approached Napoli over a possible transfer of the player to the Serie A club from Manchester United in the ongoing window, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsNews/status/1563123070595768320" target="_self">Sky Sports</a>.Earlier, it was reported that the Portuguese star could move to Ligue 1 side Marseille but the club later refuted the rumours.

Cristiano Ronaldo offered to Napoli (Sky Sports)

Patrick Vieira has conducted some very smart business in his time as Crystal Palace manager but he isn't done yet. Speaking in his press conference ahead of his side's trip to Manchester City, he mentioned the profile of player he still wants to add to the squad. “[I want a player with] experience of playing in the Premier League and international football," he said. "We still have young players who need more support around them on the field, and that will give them more confidence to express themselves."

Vieira wants transfer addition with Premier League experience

On the same evening that Everton announced the signing of Maupay, one of their current players has departed.The once highly-rated Jean-Philippe Gbamin has joined Trabzonspor on a season-long loan, as <a href="https://twitter.com/Trabzonspor/status/1563253990271643649" target="_self">confirmed on the Turkish side's Twitter account </a>earlier this evening.

Trabzonspor confirm Gbamin loan

In <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2xacIDwMcY&amp;t=1s" target="_self">a staggering interview with Fabrizio Romano </a>earlier today, Antony opened up on his desire to leave Ajax before the summer transfer window closes in a few days' time.Read what the 22-year-old told the transfer expert <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/antony-confirms-he-wants-to-leave-ajax-amid-rejected-man-utd-bids/blte943950955724a92" target="_self">here</a>.

Antony: I want to leave

Chelsea's pursuit of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang seems to have hit the stumbling blocks. As per <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19630822/chelsea-transfer-pierre-emerick-aubameyang/" target="_self">the Sun</a>, the 33-year-old wants a two-year deal but is only being offered a one-year contract by the Blues.

Aubameyang to Chelsea stalling over personal terms

Frenkie de Jong has dominated much of the transfer column inches this summer after both Manchester United and Chelsea made it clear they wanted to sign the Dutch midfielder.Although, he has always remained happy to stay at Barcelona despite the issues regarding his wages. According to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/jong-pactando-continuidad-barca-14354153" target="_self">SPORT</a>, he is now open to renegotiating his deal at Camp Nou which is likely to see him accept a substantial pay cut.

De Jong willing to renegotiate Barcelona contract

Everton have tonight announced the arrival of Neal Maupay from Brighton on a three-year deal. The Toffees have not disclosed the feed paid for the French striker but it is understood to be in the region of £15m.

Everton confirm Maupay signing

Milan Skriniar will not be leaving Inter this summer, according to the club's CEO Giuseppe Marotta. The 65-year-old has told DAZN (as per <a href="https://football-italia.net/marotta-on-new-inter-defender-and-psg-veiled-threat-over-skriniar/" target="_self">Football Italia</a>): “I can say that club owners made it very clear last week they do not want to get flattered by PSG offers.“I can therefore confirm that Skriniar is a very important element of our team and as such will certainly remain with us.”

Skriniar going nowhere this summer

Ander Herrera looks set for a return to Athletic Bilbao. <a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/psg/psg-ander-herrera-depart-immediat-pour-bilbao-24-08-2022-2JR6PVL3JJH5TNBJVNUTXI4C6I.php" target="_self">Le Parisien </a>have claimed that PSG have terminated his contract in order to allow him to make the move back to the Basque region.The 33-year-old is expected to fully agree a deal with the La Liga side in the coming hours after bringing a premature end to his time in the French capital.

Ander Herrera's PSG contract terminated ahead of Athletic Bilbao switch

Barcelona may add further reinforcements to their squad before the transfer window closes. Despite the issues they have had registering their other new signings, <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-le-barca-discute-avec-hamari-traore-rennes/1350242" target="_self">L'Equipe</a> have reported that the Spanish giants are weighing up a move for Rennes captain Hamari Traore.As the right-back is in the final year of his contract with the Ligue 1 side, a fee of just €3m might be enough to tempt his employers into a sale.

Barca eyeing late Hamari Traore move

Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper has confirmed the club are still <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsNews/status/1563192639523995649?s=20&amp;t=AzC8HSsWaQWKM-yVpq1ujg" target="_self">looking to sign more players</a> despite already bringing in 17 so far this window.

Forest want more signings - despite making 17 so far this summer

Harry winks is set to join Italian club <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1563192032734355458?s=20&amp;t=EgIdmHCzjmL5paSXZK0xXQ" target="_self">Sampdoria</a> on-loan in the coming days. The English midfielder has had limited opportunities since Antonio Conte was appointed as Spurs manager.

Winks off to Italy

Ajax are stalling selling Antony to Manchester United after they are <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/1121307478/el-ghazi-moet-bij-ajax-antony-vervangen" target="_self">struggling in a deal</a> for Hakim Ziyech. They have alternatives however, including Justin Kluivert.

Antony deal stalled by Ziyech

Chelsea wish to sign Dynamo Moscow midfielder <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/chelsea-talks-dynamo-moscow-winger-arsen-zakharyan" target="_self">Arsen Zakharyan</a>, however will only do so if he<a href="https://twitter.com/hrachoff/status/1563102295155691520?s=20&amp;t=2o8Swwf1CbKTG973WPqupQ" target="_self"> changes his nationality</a> from Russian to Armenian.

Chelsea wish to sign Dynamo Moscow midfielder - but on a condition

Renan Lodi is <a href="https://twitter.com/relevo/status/1563168721904222212?s=20&amp;t=SEFPqYDBzAGjLRU6tXTXKA" target="_self">set to be allowed </a>to leave Spanish side Atletico in order to gain regular game time before the World Cup. Nottingham Forest and Nice are said to be interested in the full-back.

Lodi allowed to leave Atletico

Burnley have confirmed the signing of <a href="https://twitter.com/BurnleyOfficial/status/1563180783061217281?s=20&amp;t=AzC8HSsWaQWKM-yVpq1ujg" target="_self">Denis Franchi</a> from PSG. Fabrizio Romano <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1563181517626490882?s=20&amp;t=AzC8HSsWaQWKM-yVpq1ujg" target="_self">has reported</a> the goalkeepers contract is valid for three years.

Burnley sign Italian goalkeeper from PSG

Nottingham Forest, who have been the busiest among all the Premier League clubs in the ongoing transfer window, are now eyeing Everton defender Michael Keane, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/everton-star-keane-subject-of-nottingham-forest-offer-exclusive/" target="_self">Football Insider.</a>The 29-year-old English centre-back could be the club's 18th signing of the summer as coach Steve Cooper looks to reinforce the defence.

Nottingham Forest want Everton's Keane

Nottingham Forest have <a href="https://www.nottinghamforest.co.uk/news/2022/august/26/reds-sign-h/" target="_self">confirmed </a>the signing of the Hwang Ui-jo from Ligue 1 side Bordeaux. The South Korean international will now head out on loan to Olympiacos for the remainder of the 2022/23 season.

Nottingham Forest sign Hwang Ui-jo from Bordeaux

Celta Vigo have reportedly placed a bid to sign Blackburn Rovers forward Ben Brereton Diaz, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-club-submit-bid-for-ben-brereton-diaz-after-everton-twist/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>. Several other clubs like Everton, Sevilla, West Ham and Leeds are in the race to sign the 23-year-old Chilean international.

Celta submit bid to sign Everton target Diaz

Newcastle United have <a href="https://www.nufc.co.uk/news/latest-news/newcastle-united-sign-alexander-isak/" target="_self">confirmed the signing</a> of Alexander Isak from Real Sociedad.The Swedish forward becomes the Magpies' fourth signing of the summer after Matt Targett, Nick Pope and Sven Botman.

Alexander Isak joins Newcastle United

In a bid to reinforce their midfield, Liverpool are keen on signing PSG midfielder Leandro Paredes and in exchange, they are ready to offer Roberto Firmino to the Ligue 1 giants, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercatoweb.it/2022/08/25/calciomercato-juve-paredes-firmino-liverpool-psg/" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>.Both Paredes and Firmino are valued between €25m-€30m (£21m-£25).

Liverpool may offer Firmino for Paredes

Sunderland have officially confirmed that their head coach Alex Neil has entered into discussion with Stoke City over a possible move to the Potters.<a href="https://safc.com/news/team-news/2022/august/club-statement-alex-neil" target="_self">A statement released by the club</a> read, "Sunderland AFC can confirm that Alex Neil has entered into discussions with Stoke City regarding their current managerial vacancy. Following a formal approach by SCFC, the Club is contractually obliged to permit the Head Coach to start a dialogue with the Potters. The Club is committed to retaining Alex’s services as Head Coach and will be making no further comment at this moment in time."

Sunderland confirms coach Alex Neil in discussion with Stoke

West Ham have reportedly agreed on a deal to sign Lyon midfielder Lucas Pqueta, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsNews/status/1563141061102682113" target="_self">Sky Sports</a>. The London-based club are reportedly paying in excess of £50m to the Ligue 1 side for the Brazilian international.

West Ham close to signing Lucas Paqueta

Manchester City are reportedly interested in signing Archie Gray from Leeds United, according to The Athletic.The 16-year-old midfielder was set to make his senior debut for the club in their midweek Carabao Cup tie against Barnsley but after catching a virus, he was omitted from the matchday squad. And now Pep Guardiola is apparently keen on signing the youngster although Leeds boss Jesse Marsch wants to hold on to the player.

Man City could be interested in Archie Gray (The Athletic)

Stoke City have been allowed to approach Sunderland boss Alex Neil after they sacked Michael O'Neill from the manager's post just six matches into the season, reports <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsNews/status/1563112363095916544" target="_self">Sky Sports</a>.In the last six months, Alex Neil has performed exceptionally well and guided Sunderland to a Championship promotion last season.

Stoke set to approach Sunderland boss Alex Neil

After roping in Alexander Isak from Real Sociedad for a record fee, Newcastle United could be tempted to sign Barcelona forward Memphis Depay, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/juventus-perche-e-saltato-depay-59516" target="_self">Calciomercato</a>. Depay was initially close to joining Juventus but after the Serie A giants signed Arkadiusz Milik from Marseille on loan, they are no longer interested in the Dutchman. Depay was also linked with a move to Manchester United recently.

Newcastle show interest in Depay

Middlesbrough have shown interest in signing Chelsea midfielder Ethan Ampadu on loan, reports <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-middlesbrough-line-up-move-for-chelsea-star-ethan-ampadu-after-green-light/" target="_self">Football Insider</a>.The 21-year-old defensive midfielder, who joined Chelsea in 2017, has appeared in only one Premier League game for the Blues.

Middlesbrough want Chelsea midfielder on loan

Leicester City are keen on signing Borussia Dortmund defender Manuel Akanji on loan in the ongoing transfer window amid Chelsea's interest in Wesley Fofana, according to <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11147633/Leicester-City-eye-Borussia-Dortmund-defender-Akanji-replacement-Chelsea-target-Fofana.html" target="_self">Daily Mail</a>. The Foxes have rejected three bids from Chelsea for Fofana but the Blues are determined to sign the French defender. Also, Leicester midfielder Boubakary Soumare is on Rennes and Roma's radar.

Leicester eye Dortmund's Akanji

Brighton Maupay is undergoing medicals with Everton and is all set to sign for the Toffees soon, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/DiMarzio/status/1563081637000511489" target="_self">Sky Sports.</a>Maupay was also on Fulham's radar earlier in the window but Everton swooped in at the last moment and are now set to sign him on a 3+1 years contract.

Neal Maupay set to join Everton

Everton are closing in on signing Brighton forward Neal Maupay in the ongoing transfer window, according to <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12681644/everton-in-advanced-talks-to-sign-neal-maupay-with-brighton-forward-out-of-favour-at-amex-stadium" target="_self">Sky Sports</a>.The 26-year-old out-of-favour forward was initially close to joining Fulham but Frank Lampard's Everton have entered the race now, who are in dire need of a striker.

Everton in advanced talks to sign Maupay

Juventus have roped in Polish forward Arkadiusz Milik on loan from Olympique Marseille with a buying option. The <a href="https://www.juventus.com/en/news/articles/official-arkadiusz-milik-is-bianconero" target="_self">official </a><a href="https://www.juventus.com/en/news/articles/official-arkadiusz-milik-is-bianconero" target="_self">statement </a>from Juventus read, "The Bianconeri squad and, specifically, the Bianconeri attack has been enforced. Arkadiusz Milik has signed for the club on loan from Olympique Marseille and from today he is officially a Juventus player."

Arkadiusz Milik joins Juventus on loan

Chelsea are keen on signing Russian teenager Arsen Zakharyan from Dynamo Moscow in the ongoing transfer window, reports <a href="https://www.sport-express.ru/football/rfpl/news/chelsi-hochet-kupit-zaharyana-1965773/" target="_self">Sports-Express</a>. The report suggests that the Blues are prepared to activate the 19-year-old's release clause which is €15m (£12.6m) to secure his signing.

Chelsea set to activate Zakharyan’s release clause

Everton are closing in on signing Chilean forward Ben Brereton-Diaz from Blackburn Rovers for over £20m, according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/everton-closing-in-on-ben-brereton-diaz-deal" target="_self">90minutes</a>.Several clubs like Sevilla, Nice, West Ham, Leeds and Wolves are keen on roping in the 23-year-old player but the Toffees are currently leading the race to secure his signature.

Everton in pole position to sign Blackburn forward

Newcastle are targeting a loan deal for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/LukeEdwardsTele/status/1562475110476713986?s=20&amp;t=AW2VgcY3_3LcDytRDnU5lQ" target="_blank">The Telegraph</a>.The 22-year-old shone on loan at Crystal Palace last season but is struggling to fight his way into Thomas Tuchel's plans at Stamford Bridge at the start of the 2022-23 campaign.Gallagher could have the option to join Eddie Howe's ranks at Newcastle, but it remains to be seen whether Chelsea will let him leave on a temporary basis again.

Newcastle target Gallagher loan deal

Bayern Munich full-back Benjamin Pavard has rejected a transfer to Manchester United - according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-manchester-united-a-tente-de-recruter-benjamin-pavard-bayern-munich/1350003" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>.United submitted a formal bid for the 26-year-old but he has made it clear that he wants to remain at Allianz Arena.Pavard has also been linked with Chelsea, Atletico Madrid and Juventus this summer.

Pavard rejects Man Utd

Real Sociedad have entered the race to sign former Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani - according to <a href="https://twitter.com/partidazocope/status/1562555474808950784?s=20&amp;t=-l-ULEehduEEB-EJauYLZQ" target="_blank">COPE</a>.The 35-year-old is being eyed as a potential replacement for Alexander Isak, who is on the verge of completing a big-money move to Newcastle.Cavani is also a target for Valencia, but Sociedad are poised to steal in and hijack a deal at the last minute.

Sociedad join Cavani race

Athletic Club defender Inigo Martinez wants to join Barcelona - according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/inigo-martinez-apuesta-barca-14343181" target="_blank">SPORT</a>.The Blaugrana have seen a €20 million bid for the 31-year-old rejected, but he will be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with the club in January.Martinez has been stalling on talks over a new contract with Athletic Club because he is determined seal a move to Barca.

Athletic Club defender Martinez wants to join Barca

Serge Aurier has agreed on a move to Nottingham Forest - according to <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a2085385189836047065-serge-aurier-a-donne-son-accord-pour-rejoindre-nottingham-forest" target="_blank">Foot Mercato</a>.The 29-year-old left Villarreal at the end of the 2021-22 season and is now set to head to the City Ground on a free transfer.Aurier, who previously played in the Premier League at Tottenham, is due to have a medical at Forest before the deal is made official.

Aurier agrees Nottingham Forest move

Paris Saint-Germain centre-back Abdou Diallo has rejected a move to Milan - according to <a href="https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Actualites/Transferts-abdou-diallo-psg-a-repousse-l-approche-de-l-ac-milan/1350031" target="_blank">L'Equipe</a>.The Rossoneri were eager to bring the 26-year-old to San Siro but he wasn't convinced by the project on offer.Diallo only made 12 Ligue 1 appearances for PSG last season.

PSG's Diallo turns down Milan move

Manchester City have rejected a £70 million offer for Bernardo Silva from Paris Saint-Germain - according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/manchester-city-reject-paris-saint-germains-59m-bid-for-unsettled-bernardo-silva-xp26sbzz5" target="_blank">The Times</a>.PSG think Pep Guardiola has blocked the move because the Portuguese star is capable of helping them end their wait for a maiden Champions League title.Silva appears to be open to a transfer after rejecting a new contract at City which would have seen him pocket a salary on the same level as top earner Kevin De Bruyne.

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