Transfer news: Man Utd make breakthrough, Chelsea near deal, Viktor Gyokeres U-turn

RB Leipzig and New York Red Bulls are reportedly in negotiations over the permanent transfer of Timo Werner.

According to Sky Germany, Werner, who was on loan at Tottenham last season, has been told he can leave the Bundesliga club.

This is how newly promoted Burnley have announced the signing of Ipswich defender Axel Tuanzebe...

Bryan Mbeumo has reportedly booked a medical at Manchester United ahead of his move from Brentford.

According to talkSPORT, the Cameroon international will head to Carrington early next week. Both clubs are said to have agreed a deal worth more than £60million.

It seems that Jadon Sancho is a wanted man.

Juventus are reported prepared to offer both Dusan Vlahovic and Douglas Luiz in a swap deal for the Manchester United man.

Sancho is also being linked with a move to Fenerbahce and a return to Borussia Dortmund.

Ibrahima Konate has reportedly decided to leave Liverpool at the end of his contract in 2026.

According to Foot Mercato, the Frenchman wants a new challenge but intends to see out the final 12 months of his deal. A number of clubs are said to have been notified.

Brazilian keeper Ederson has opened up on his future and dismissed speculation he wants to move to the Saudi Pro League.

The six-time Premier League winner has said today: "My head is here. It stays with the City.

"It gives me everything to go back to the Premier League again and try to win the Champions League as well. My mind is staying in the club."

Axel Tuanzebi is having a medical ahead of an expected move to Burnley.

The former Man Utd defender, 27, has spent the last two seasons at Ipswich. However, with his contract expiring next week, he's set to leave on a free transfer following Premier League relegation.

Highly rated Bournemouth striker Jonny Stuttle has reportedly agreed a season-long loan deal with Walsall.

The 19-year-old had temporary stints at Aldershot and Farnborough last season, and his goal record led to suggestions Andoni Iraola would integrate him into the first-team squad for 2025/26.

However, the club have now decided to let him gain more playing experience.

Super Lig side Fenerbahce have submitted a £15.3million bid for Manchester United forward Jadon Sancho.

According to reports in Turkey, the ex-England winger will be offered a deal until 2028, and wages of around £10.2m a year.

Arsenal are set to announce the signing of Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa, according to Sky Sports.

It's claimed that the Spaniard has completed his medical and will be unveiled as an Arsenal player in the next 24 to 48 hours.

The Gunners will pay Chelsea £5m.

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new contract at Al-Nassr, extending his stay in Saudi Arabia until 2027.

Senior Saudi government officials and the PIF reportedly offered the five-time Ballon d'Or winner assurances, including commitments to strengthening the squad.

Ronaldo looks set to play in the Middle East beyond the 2026 World Cup, which could be his last international rodeo with Portugal.

Arsenal have opened talks to sign Valencia centre-back Christian Mosquera, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Gunners are said to have identified Mosquera as a top target to bolster Mikel Arteta's defence next season.

Talks are on with Valencia and the player's representatives...

Napoli and Liverpool are continuing negotiations over a deal for Darwin Nunez, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Liverpool have demanded £55million for Nunez, and Napoli are now working out the potential structure and feasibility of the transfer.

It's claimed that Nunez wants to join the Serie A champions, with personal terms being discussed.

Myles Lewis-Skelly has spoken out after signing a new long-term contract at Arsenal.

He said: “I’m so proud and happy. I know those words are simple, but I think they sum up how I feel signing for this club. I’m a fan, and it’s like a dream come true.

“I've embodied the values of Hale End and come through. I've still got a lot of years ahead of me, so if I can keep staying humble and being a good person, that's the most important thing to me.

“I know I've taken a lot of experience from the games about the positive moments, the mistakes that I've made. I'm definitely more ready now for the next season. I just want to keep learning and keep improving.

“I want a legacy. I want to win everything there is to win in the game. I want to win trophies on the biggest stages whilst being a person that's always learning and stays grounded, which is so important.”

Myles Lewis-Skelly has signed a new long-term contract at Arsenal, committing his future to Mikel Arteta's project.

The 18-year-old left-back enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2024/25, making 39 senior appearances in all competitions.

The Gunners' video to accompany the announcement is well worth a watch!

Liverpool have announced the signing of Milos Kerkez!

The Hungarian left-back has joined in a £40m deal from Bournemouth.

He is Arne Slot's third signing of the summer, following Bayer Leverkusen duo Jeremie Frimpong and Florian Wirtz.

Ederson has strongly shut down claims that he could leave Manchester City this summer, confirming he will stay.

The 31-year-old goalkeeper has been linked with the Saudi Pro League, but he wants to spend a ninth year at the Etihad Stadium.

"No, no, no. My future is here,” Ederson explained at the Club World Cup.

“Some friends send me a lot of news, but 99 per cent is fake news. I understand, but there’s a lot of fake news around my name.

“My head is staying at the club. It stays with the City. It gives me everything to go back to the Premier League again and try to win the Champions League as well.”

Chelsea are closing in on an agreement to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, according to Sky Germany.

Dortmund chief Sebastian Kehl is said to be fulfilling his reputation as a tough negotiator, but positive negotiations are ongoing.

Chelsea reportedly still need to meet further conditions before sealing a deal, but Gittens is expected to land at Stamford Bridge.

Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly told Manchester United that he wants to join them this summer, rather than Arsenal or Liverpool.

That's according to TEAMtalk, who claim Gyokeres has made the stunning U-turn as Arsenal prioritise a swoop for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko.

Either way, United are not signing any striker of the Swede's calibre until they sell some of their attacking exiles.

Former Borussia Dortmund midfielder Steffen Freund wants Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho to return to the club for a third time.

“I’d like to see Jadon Sancho come back to Borussia Dortmund this summer,” Freund told Poker Scout.

“I remember the first time he was at the club when he played with Erling Haaland and was outstanding – he was maybe even world-class at the time because he would always affect games. 

“At the moment, he looks like he’s on his way down a little bit after those spells at Manchester United and Chelsea, but he can play anywhere on the wing and centrally, so he gives you some flexibility. I think he would be a good signing for Dortmund.”

RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko has teased Arsenal fans over a potential transfer on social media.

Arsenal are attempting to sign the 22-year-old, who scored 21 goals in all competitions last season.

And Sesko has followed the Gunners on Instagram, indicating his interest in the club.

Manchester United are close to completing the signing of Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, according to multiple reports.

Among them, the Guardian claim that United have agreed an initial fee with Brentford.

Now closing talks are centred around small add-ons that would meet the club's £65m demand.

Mbeumo will reportedly enter the same wage bracket as Matheus Cunha at Old Trafford, earning in the region of £150,000 a week.

Liverpool have reportedly contacted Sporting over a potential swoop for Arsenal and Manchester United target Viktor Gyokeres.

Arne Slot wants to add a striker to his ranks once Darwin Nunez departs this summer.

According to Correio da Manha, Liverpool have identified Gyokeres as a target.

The Reds are said to have initiated contact to determine how much Sporting want to part ways with the Swedish striker.

Manchester United are reportedly willing to accept as low as £45million for Alejandro Garnacho this summer.

The Daily Star claim that United value Garnacho at around £60m but accept his status as an exile under Ruben Amorim impacts that.

The Red Devils are said to be livid with the 20-year-old for showing public solidarity with Marcus Rashford by posting an image of himself in an Aston Villa shirt.

United want in the region of £40m for Rashford.

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