Transfers

Chelsea must reportedly raise over £60 million ($82m) in player sales to register their new signings for next season's Champions League, with UEFA's financial regulations forcing the club into a balancing act. Despite a lucrative Club World Cup run, the Blues face a race against time to offload stars or risk being unable to field their summer recruits in European competitions.

Rangers boss Russell Martin has kept the door open for a potential move to bring Jamie Vardy to Ibrox following the veteran striker's Leicester City departure. The former Southampton manager refused to confirm or deny interest after Rangers’ 2-2 pre-season friendly draw with Club Brugge, teasing fans that the truth behind the transfer talk would become clear in the coming weeks.

Viktor Gyokeres has sacrificed part of his contract with Sporting CP in order to push through a transfer to Arsenal.

Fenerbahce have announced the loan signing of Jhon Duran, just months after the striker departed Aston Villa for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.

Carney Chukwuemeka may yet make his move to Borussia Dortmund permanent, after a club chief claimed he hopes to agree a deal to sign him from Chelsea.

Birmingham City have completed the eye-catching signing of Kyogo Furuhashi from Rennes, with the Japan forward returning to football in the British Isles just six months after a £10 million move to Ligue 1. The ex-Celtic star joins the Tom Brady-backed Blues on a three-year deal as their ambitious summer recruitment drive continues to prepare for the Championship.

RB Leipzig have put Arsenal off signing Benjamin Sesko after the Gunners baulked at the German side's €100 million (£86m/$118m) asking price.

Bayer Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag is looking to move on Matej Kovar for a second time after selling the goalkeeper at Manchester United.

Juventus have reportedly informed Douglas Luiz that he is free to leave the club this summer after just one underwhelming season at the Allianz Stadium. The Brazilian midfielder has already attracted interest from Leeds United, Nottingham Forest and even Manchester United amid talk of a potential swap deal with Jadon Sancho.

Jamie Vardy's search for a new club continues, after reports that Genoa manager Patrick Vieira rejected a move for the 38-year-old ex-Leicester man.

Lille defender Gabriel Gudmundsson has spoken of his desire to move to the Premier League as Leeds United look to finalise a deal.

Newcastle United's hopes of landing Italian star Giorgio Scalvini have taken a big hit, with Atalanta firmly declaring the 21-year-old as "unsellable" this summer. Despite reports of contact from the Premier League side, no negotiations are taking place as the Serie A club shut the door on a potential exit for their star centre-back.

Manchester United are expected to make a bid for the Botafogo goalkeeper John following his impressive performances at the Club World Cup.

Juventus are plotting a double Premier League swoop as they look to refresh their squad options after a disappointing campaign.

Arsenal have reportedly agreed personal terms with Noni Madueke, as the Chelsea winger closes in on a move across London to the Gunners.

Arsenal are closing in on signing Sporting CP's star forward Viktor Gyokeres after agreeing personal terms with the player. The Gunners are now negotiating a deal for the 27-year-old and are reportedly in advanced talks with the Portuguese champions. The Gunners have been linked with a move for Gyokeres since the start of the summer and it now seems that the club will get their desired player.

Viktor Gyokeres may not turn up to pre-season in stunning turn of events as he attempts to force through a move from Sporting CP to Arsenal.

Wigan manager Ryan Lowe says his club took Paul Mullin on loan as they “couldn’t afford” to agree a permanent transfer with Wrexham.

Arsenal have announced the signing of Martin Zubimendi, as the Spanish midfielder arrives at the Emirates in a £60m deal from Real Sociedad.

Joao Felix admits that, after flopping at Chelsea and struggling during a loan spell at AC Milan, he is open to heading “home” and joining Benfica.

Manchester City are reportedly ready to take a huge loss on £100 million ($137m) star Jack Grealish, with his price tag being set for 2025.

Tottenham Hotspur tabled a bid worth £50million ($68m) for Mohammed Kudus but West Ham have reportedly rejected it. Spurs, however, will return with a fresh bid soon as they have made the Ghanaian their number one priority in the transfer market after getting Thomas Frank's approval. Kudus wants to join the North London side this summer despite interest from Chelsea.

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly called on Al-Nassr to challenge Arsenal in a summer transfer raid on Real Madrid for Rodrygo.

Ethan Nwaneri has reportedly delivered a contract ultimatum to Arsenal, with the teenage wonderkid yet to sign fresh terms.

Wrexham have reportedly agreed a £5 million ($7m) deal with Nottingham Forest for Lewis O’Brien, but a record-breaking transfer may not happen.

Bizarrely, the Nigeria international doesn't seem to be an option for England's big hitters - but signing him would be seismic for either club

Manchester United are reportedly contemplating making a shock move to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer after his departure from Everton. With financial caution dictating this summer’s recruitment strategy, Amorim is believed to be keen on bolstering the squad with low-risk, high-upside signings, with Calvert-Lewin fitting the bill perfectly.

Kyle Walker has bid Manchester City fans an emotional farewell message following his move to Burnley.

Luis Diaz opened up on his future plans as Barcelona have reportedly reignited their interest in the Liverpool star after they were snubbed by Nico Williams. Hours after Williams’ contract extension was officially announced, reports emerged linking the Blaugrana with Díaz, who has long been admired by sporting director Deco. The Colombian forward is now seen as a priority for Barcelona.