Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Barcelona set to beat Chelsea to Kounde

Barcelona are in line to beat Chelsea to the signature of Jules Kounde, reports <a href="https://www.ccma.cat/esport3/negociacions-avancades-entre-barca-i-sevilla-per-la-incorporacio-de-jules-kounde/noticia/3170246/" target="_blank">Esport3</a>.The Sevilla defender has long been a Blues target, but talks with Barca have prospered recently and he is closing on a move across La Liga.

Barcelona set to beat Chelsea to Kounde (Esport3)

Sevilla defender is a long-term target at Stamford Bridge

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Eddie Nketiah new deal, never been in doubt. Arsenal are just waiting for Eddie to sign in the coming days but there’s no issue or problem. ⚪️🔴🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> Long-term deal will be announced soon, matter of time. <a href="https://t.co/7QIK2mbkmS">https://t.co/7QIK2mbkmS</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537537236442533893?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Nketiah new deal at Arsenal incoming

Charlie Austin is in talks over a move to Brisbane Roar, says <a href="https://twitter.com/SkySportsLyall/status/1537460202894655490" target="_blank">Sky Sports News</a>.The former Queens Park Rangers man has been attracting interest from both Cardiff and Reading.But the chance to switch to the A-League presents an interesting challenge for Austin, and he may move out to Queensland instead.

Austin in Roar talks

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Fábio Vieira’s in London tonight with his agents to complete his move to Arsenal. Medical already scheduled tomorrow morning. 🛩⚪️🔴 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AFC</a> Vieira’s understood to have accepted Arsenal proposal immediately, more than happy for this chance. Arsenal are now preparing paperworks. <a href="https://t.co/LRQslQh2jS">pic.twitter.com/LRQslQh2jS</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537504549728096258?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Vieira-Arsenal medical set for tomorrow

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">De 🇻🇪 a la mejor frontera.... ¡Bienvenido, @Darwin_Machis! 🐴💚<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ju%C3%A1rezEsBravo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JuárezEsBravo</a> <a href="https://t.co/eEPm5Isc4S">pic.twitter.com/eEPm5Isc4S</a>— FC Juárez (@fcjuarezoficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcjuarezoficial/status/1537495868336750597?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Machis moves to Juarez

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Dean Henderson deal update. Talks in progress also today between Man United and Nottingham Forest, no agreement yet on buy option clause value so it could be removed. 🔴🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFFC</a> Deal could be completed on simple loan. Work in progress.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537494662407237634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Forest eye Henderson loan

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">OL Reign Acquires Rights to Tobin Heath in Trade with Racing Louisville FC ➡️ <a href="https://t.co/9jvyhqYOkD">https://t.co/9jvyhqYOkD</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BoldTogether?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BoldTogether</a> <a href="https://t.co/vn1I3h2vO3">pic.twitter.com/vn1I3h2vO3</a>— Seattle Reign FC (@reignfc) <a href="https://twitter.com/reignfc/status/1537467157172195328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Reign obtain Heath

Gladbach eye City's Itakura

Everton are set to close a deal for Burnley stalwart James Tarkowski, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/everton-tarkowski-sources-done/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>.The defender is one of several Clarets faces who will depart the club during the off-season following their relegation from the Premier League.But an official announcement will have to wait due to the bad blood between the two clubs, with the pair having been fierce rivals for the drop this term.

Everton to complete Tarkowski signing

Madrid eye Gnabry as Asensio successor

Roma have joined Arsenal in the race for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar, claims <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/roma-s-tiago-pinto-asked-information-about-lyon-s-aouar " target="_blank">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>.The France international has long been linked with the Gunners, but he could now link up with Jose Mourinho in Italy.

Roma enter race for Arsenal-linked Aouar

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A bit of a bolt from the blue. As the reports in Portugal suggest, Arsenal are looking to get a deal for 22- year-old Porto midfielder Fabio Vieira over the line.— Charles Watts (@charles_watts) <a href="https://twitter.com/charles_watts/status/1537457754624905217?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Arsenal move on Porto midfielder Vieira

Nottingham Forest have opened talks with Mainz regarding a deal for defender Moussa Niakhate, reports <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/nottingham-forest-transfer-moussa-niakhate/9WqegNez0xAV/ " target="_blank">The Athletic</a>.The 26-year-old is a left-footed centre-half that would add important depth to Steve Cooper’s squad at the City Ground.

Forest in talks for Mainz defender Niakhate

With Kalvin Phillips generating talk of interest from Manchester City, <a href="https://www.givemesport.com/88022300-tottenham-would-have-jump-on-arsenal-to-sign-102m-star-at-hotspur-way " target="_blank">GiveMeSport</a> claims that Leeds are looking to line up a replacement for the England international midfielder.That search has not led them far, with the Whites considering a raid on Yorkshire rivals Sheffield United for Sander Berge.

Leeds looking at Berge to replace Phillips

Manchester United face competition for Sporting defender Goncalo Inacio from La Liga giants Barcelona, reports <a href="https://www.abola.pt/nnh/2022-06-15/sporting-depois-do-man-united-mais-um-tubarao-pergunta-por-goncalo-inacio/945411 " target="_blank">A Bola</a>.The highly-rated 20-year-old could be on the move this summer if a bid of around €40 million (£34m/$42m) is tabled.

Barcelona rival Man Utd for Inacio

Arsenal remain in the market for another striker, and <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Calciomercato/Juventus/16-06-2022/juve-atletico-morata-kean-rabiot-zakaria-4401004500595_preview.shtml?reason=unauthenticated&amp;origin=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gazzetta.it%2FCalcio%2FCalciomercato%2FJuventus%2F16-06-2022%2Fjuve-atletico-morata-kean-rabiot-zakaria-4401004500595.shtml " target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a> claims that they have been snubbed by Spain international Alvaro Morata.The former Chelsea frontman, who is contracted to Atletico Madrid, is also said to have knocked back approaches from Newcastle as he looks to stay on at loan employers Juventus.

Arsenal snubbed by Morata

Sven Botman continues to be linked with Newcastle, but the <a href="https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/sven-botman-stance-shows-newcastle-24237304?_ga=2.74526610.1249185849.1655358757-2119370620.1620885545 " target="_blank">Chronicle</a> reports that he is set to shun a switch to St James’ Park.That is because the Dutch defender, who remains on the books at Lille for now, is favouring a move to Serie A champions AC Milan.

Botman favours Milan over Newcastle

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nottingham Forest close to agreeing deal to sign Manchester United keeper Dean Henderson. Loan with option to buy for £20m. United to pay portion of wages next season. Forest showing big ambition - talks led by Miltiadis Marinakis, son of owner Evangelos. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Henderson?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Henderson</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NFFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NFFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MUFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MUFC</a>— Dharmesh Sheth (@skysports_sheth) <a href="https://twitter.com/skysports_sheth/status/1537368202728165376?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Forest close to agreeing loan deal for Dean Henderson

<a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/liverpool-to-make-calvin-ramsay-their-final-summer-signing-fssqqdptn?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1655377973" target="_self">The </a><a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/liverpool-to-make-calvin-ramsay-their-final-summer-signing-fssqqdptn?utm_medium=Social&amp;utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1655377973" target="_self">Times </a>report that Liverpool have negotiated a £4 million fee for Aberdeen's right back Calvin Ramsey.&nbsp;The sum for the 18-year-old could rise by an additional £2.5 million in add-ons based on appearances and Ramsay's contribution to the team's success.Ramsey is likely to be Liverpool’s last incoming of the summer transfer window.

Liverpool agree fee for Aberdeen youngster Ramsey

Arsenal is growing increasingly optimistic that a deal to acquire Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City will be completed soon, according to <a href="https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/86485418-ed4d-11ec-b47a-cf598c451bbb?shareToken=350fca772e8c1ca135704b3a6f615d0f" target="_self">The Times</a>.Arsenal are poised to increase their offer, which is now short of City's valuation of roughly £50 million.Arsenal's initial approach, made last week, was thought to be worth up to £30 million, but it is anticipated to be increased to match City's estimation.&nbsp;Jesus is open to the move.&nbsp;

Arsenal confident in completing Jesus deal

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">✍️ 𝗗𝗘 𝗦𝗖𝗜𝗚𝗟𝗜𝗢 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣5️⃣<a href="https://twitter.com/mattia_desci?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mattia_desci</a> extends his Bianconeri stay! ⚪⚫<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DeSciglio2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DeSciglio2025</a>— JuventusFC 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@juventusfcen) <a href="https://twitter.com/juventusfcen/status/1537385748877434883?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Mattia De Sciglio extends Juventus contract to 2025

According to the <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/leeds-transfer-news-arnaud-kalimuendo-b2102415.html" target="_self">Independent</a>, Leeds United have made a €20 million offer for Paris Saint-Germain attacker Arnaud Kalimuendo.The 20-year-old has spent the last two seasons on loan at Lens, where he has put together a respectable goal scoring record, and his potential signing would help transform Leeds's attacking threat.

Leeds bid €20m for PSG attacker Kalimuendo

Manchester City midfielder Romeo Lavia is a target for Leeds United and Southampton, according to the <a href="https://theathletic.com/news/leeds-southampton-man-city-romeo-lavia/yjXVMpQHEYad/" target="_self">Athletic</a>.The 18-year-old is highly regarded by both teams, and it is understood that Manchester City are hesitant to let him go, but they would be open to the proposition if it benefited them in their pursuit of Leeds' Kalvin Philips.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leeds and Southampton interested in Man City youngster Lavia

West Ham manager David Moyes wants to sign Southampton midfielder and dead ball specialist James Ward-Prowse, according to the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/west-ham-transfer-ward-prowse-27245596" target="_self">Mirror</a>.&nbsp;Following the retirement of Mark Noble and the uncertainty surrounding the future of Tomas Soucek, Moyes is aiming to bring in midfield reinforcements.The Hammers may face some competition in their pursuit of the England international, as Eddie Howe's Newcastle United have also expressed an interest.

West Ham target James Ward-Prowse

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Excl: Manchester City are now set to submit opening proposal to Brighton for Marc Cucurella. First bid ready to proceed in advanced talks in the next days. 🚨🇪🇸 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MCFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MCFC</a> Cucurella is still Man City top target as left back, Pep Guardiola really wants him. Work in progress. <a href="https://t.co/SyJiwh0pk7">pic.twitter.com/SyJiwh0pk7</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537349005990043648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Man City set to make opening bid for Cucurella

According to journalist <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/it/calciomercato-lukaku-inter-news-15-giugno-2022" target="_self">Gianluca Di Marzio</a>, Chelsea will demand up to €15 million (£12.9m) in loan fees for Romelu Lukaku’s return to Inter, however a middle ground at around €10 million (£8.5m) could be accepted.&nbsp;Inter and Chelsea recently had a positive meeting, and there is now considerable optimism that the Belgian striker will return to the Serie A giants.

Chelsea will demand €15m loan fee for Lukaku

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tottenham are set to complete Yves Bissouma deal, here we go! There will be final contacts with Brighton today on payment terms, then paperworks time. Medical already scheduled as expected. 🚨⚪️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/THFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#THFC</a> Agreement on €29m fee plus add-ons. Final details, then it will be signed. <a href="https://t.co/qbgAU8ZGbv">pic.twitter.com/qbgAU8ZGbv</a>— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537236470464774144?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 16, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Bissouma to Tottenham close to completion

Barcelona are close to putting a new contract in place with teenage sensation Gavi, claims <a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20220616/1001823080/barca-espera-cerrar-hoy-renovacion-gavi.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>.The 17-year-old is set to be rewarded with fresh terms at Camp Nou, with a big release clause in that agreement, as interest from the likes of Liverpool is fended off.

Barcelona close to new contract for Gavi

RB Leipzig are, according to <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/christopher-nkunku-man-utd-liverpool-arsenal-b2099723.html" target="_blank">The Independent</a>, looking to price Manchester United and Arsenal out of a move for highly-rated forward Christoper Nkunku.The Bundesliga outfit are aware of mounting interest in a prized asset and are now looking to set his asking price at £100 million ($121m).

Man Utd & Arsenal will have to pay £100m for Nkunku

Arsenal have, according to <a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2022/06/15/62a8aeb2ca47415e458b463d.html " target="_blank">Marca</a>, been informed that Marco Asensio will cost them around €40 million (£34m/$42m) in any deal with Real Madrid this summer.Serie A champions AC Milan have also been linked with the Spain international winger, but he will not come cheap.

Arsenal told how much Asensio will cost

Christian Eriksen is looking to stay in the Premier League as he mulls over his next move, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-10918641/Man-United-target-Christian-Eriksen-not-rush-making-decision-future.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>.The Danish playmaker, who has reached the end of a short-term contract at Brentford, is said to be a target for Manchester United and his former employers at Tottenham.

Man Utd target Eriksen wants Premier League stay

<a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/serie-a/juve/2022/06/14-93781378/de_ligt_tutta_leuropa_allassalto_la_juve_trema" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a> reports that Chelsea are leading the race for Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt.The Netherlands international is also wanted by Barcelona and Real Madrid, but they appear set to miss out to Premier League heavyweights in any bidding war.

Chelsea lead the race for De Ligt

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Inter will pay €4m loan fee plus €10m obligation-to-buy clause for Albanian midfielder Kristjan Asllani. €2m add-ons are also part of the deal. 🇦🇱🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/transfers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#transfers</a> 🇺🇾 Former Brest’s Martín Sartiano will join Empoli on loan - Uruguayan has been included in the negotiation.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1537148877870096386?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 15, 2022</a></blockquote>
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Inter move for Asllani

Manchester City&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-city-transfer-leeds-phillips-completing-haaland-deal/bltab2a950b601be4f3" target="_self">transfer target Kalvin Phillips</a>&nbsp;has been warned against moving to the Etihad Stadium amid concerns he would be a bench player behind "different class" Rodri.The Leeds midfielder is one of Pep Guardiola's top focuses after&nbsp;<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/manchester-city-unveil-haaland-kit/blt0ba369e37a78da4a" target="_self">the signing of striker Erling Haaland</a>, with the idea being that he would help the club replace departing Fernandinho.But former Leeds and Manchester City player Danny Mills thinks the potential move is risky for Phillips given the strong squad Guardiola already possesses.<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-city-transfer-target-phillips-warned-he-would-be-stuck/blt82ef5edc08a22813" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Phillips warned he would be stuck behind Rodri at Man City

Premier League sides Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and Brentford are fighting it out to sign Schalke's Wales star Rabbi Matondo, reports the <a href="https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/18901578/rabbi-matondo-leeds-forest-brentford-transfer-schalke-wales/" target="_blank">Sun</a>. The trio are part of a gaggle of six clubs following the forward, who spent last season on loan in Belgium at Cercle Brugge.

Premier League trio fight for Matondo

West Ham United boss David Moyes has set his sights on James Ward-Prowse, claims the <a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/west-ham-transfer-ward-prowse-27245596" target="_blank">Mirror</a>. Moyes is keen to strengthen his squad to improve on the Hammers' encouraging seventh-placed finish in the Premier League in 2021-22, which also included a trip to the Europa League semis, and sees the Southampton and England star as a key addition.

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