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Wednesday, July 24

• Dani Ceballos & William Saliba will have their Arsenal medicals today

• Bruno Fernandes has reiterated his desire to play Premier League football

• Gareth Bale would be a "perfect fit" for Liverpool instead of Spurs

• Goalkeeper David from Gea is on the verge of agreeing a new £ 375,000-a-week deal

• Barcelona have been set to transfer Neymar

14:45 UPDATE: Kyle Lafferty exit

Steven Gerrard has revealed Kyle Lafferty is close to completing his Ibrox exit.

The Northern Ireland International is back with the Light Blues last year but struggled to win Alfredo Morelos and Jermain Defoe from Gerrard's line-up.

Daniel Candeias, Jak Alnwick and Ryan Hardie's exits. Daniel Candeias, Jak Alnwick and Ryan Hardie's exits.

"I'm told that" "Gerrard said." I think it's something that can be released today or tomorrow so we wait and see. "

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14:30 UPDATE: Fiorentina want Rafinha

Fiorentina are interested in Rafinha.

The Barcelona midfielder, 26, made just five The Lia appearances last season has suffered a cruciate ligament injury.

But it's returned to fitness now and feature in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in Japan.

ESPN FC claim Fiorentina are showing interest in the Brazilian star – whose contract is set to expire in June 2020.

It's said that with less than 12 months on his contract Barcelona wants a paltry £ 13million for his services.

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14:15 UPDATE: Bruno Fernandes fee

Manchester United are still £ 7million short of Bruno Fernandes' valuation.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Sporting Lisbon wants £ 62million for the Portuguese International.

But Ed Woodward and Co. have only stretched to £ 55m.

The Red Devils are still, according to the report, in a good position to sign the 24-year-old – but will need to resolve the £ 7m difference.

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14:00 UPDATE: Antoine Griezmann block

Atletico Madrid want to block Anthony Griezmann's registration at Barcelona.

The Spanish champion signed Griezmann, 28, for £ 107million when his previous £ 180m release clause dropped on July 1.

"Atletico wrote to us and placed in doubt whether or not we should grant Griezmann's license at Barcelona," La Liga president Tebas told radio station Onda Cero.

"There is a mechanism that has been put in place and it will be the organizations that must resolve the situation."

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13:45 UPDATE: Junior Firpo to Barcelona

Barcelona are close to signing Real Betis Junior Firpo.

The Catalan giants are in the market for versatile left-sided 30-year-old Jordi Alba.

And Italian reporter Gianluca Di Marzio claims Firpo is 'on his way' to the Nou Camp.

It's said the two clubs are close to agreeing to a £ 24million deal.

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13:30 UPDATE: Dani Ceballos medical

Real Madrid Dani star Ceballos has arrived in London.

The Spanish midfielder, 22, will undergo a medical appointment Arsenal on a season-long loan.

There was concern over the deal after Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio suffered a serious injury in last night's clash against the Gunners.

But it seems that Real Madrid will sanction the loan deal anyway.

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13:00 UPDATE: Jake Clarke-Salter signs

Chelsea defender Jake Clarke-Salter will spend the season on loan at Birmingham after signing a new contract with the Premier League club.

The England Under-21s captain has agreed a new deal at Stamford Bridge that runs until 2022, the Blues announced.

A club statement reads: "Jake Clarke-Salter has signed a new contract and joined Birmingham on loan for the 2019-20 season.

"The 21-year old's Chelsea contract extension commits him to the club until at least 2022."

12:45 PM UPDATE: William Saliba latest

William Saliba will sign for Arsenal in the next 24 hours.

That's according to Yahoo Sports journalist Manu Lonjon, who claims the 18-year-old will join today.

The Gunners will pay £ 27million for the center back to St. Stephen for the 2019/2020 campaign.

Lonjon tweeted: "W Saliba should sign within 24 hours with Arsenal .. today or tomorrow."

12:15 PM UPDATE: Everton's Zaha swoop

Everton could make a substantial offer for Wilfried Zaha.

Crystal Palace have been knocked back by Arsenal for their Ivorian talent.

But talkSPORT's Jim White says Marco Silva's side could make their presence known to a 'substantial bid' for the 80million-rated winger.

White tweeted: "According to @talkSPORT sources, do not rule out @Everton making a substantial bid for Wilfried Zaha."

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12:00 UPDATE: Neymar on tour

Neymar's return to Barcelona appears to have taken another twist.

The Brazilian superstar has made it clear that he wants to leave the champions of this summer with Barcelona leading contenders.

However, a deal may not be complete with Neymar included in PSG's 33-man squad for their pre-season tour of China.

The club's sporting director, Leonardo, revealed last week that no offers have been lodged for the 27-year-old forward.

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11:45 am UPDATE: Nicolas Pepe bid rejected

They have agreed to give Nicolas Pepe a thumbs up from Lille despite claims at Old Trafford.

Earlier in the week Lille president Gerard Lopez confirmed that a move to an unnamed club was imminent for the forward, however, reports in France.

The report does not reveal how much the Red Devils offered, but Yahoo Sport France claim the offer was refused.

However, the United States has reportedly made progress in the past to date, and has agreed with the United States.

The report claims the player has agreed to a five-year contract with the United States.

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11:15 UPDATE: Liverpool to sell Ejaria

Liverpool are open to selling Ovie Ejaria.

Reports applied to the 21-year-old on a season-long loan.

But Liverpool Echo claim Jurgen Klopp is not interested in a deal – they want to sell the Under-21 midfielder permanently.

Ejaria made 16 appearances for Reading last season – netting once and providing two badists.

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10:45 UPDATE: Philippe Coutinho theory

Barcelona fans are wondering Philippe Coutinho at the Nou Camp next season.

And that's because Barcelona B's Carles Perez wore the Brazilian's shirt against Chelsea yesterday.

Coutinho has been given to his Copa America exploits so far in Japan on Tuesday.

The former Liverpool playmaker has been tipped to be used as a make up in a deal for PSG star Neymar.

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10:30 UPDATE: Paulo Dybala would accept offer

Paulo Dybala would not reject Manchester United if they come knocking.

Tuttosport, who claim Dybala is concerned about first-team action under Maurizio Sarri.

The Red Devils are preparing for the loss of Romelu Lukaku to Inter Milan and the Argentina talent is wanted by United chiefs.

Tuttosport also claiming Dybala's move to Old Trafford could open the possibility of Paul Pogba returning to Juventus in an audacious swap deal.

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10:00 AM UPDATE: Done Deal – Trezeguet signs

Aston Villa have signed Egypt winger Mahmoud Hbadan from Turkish club Kasimpasa.

The 24 – year – old – Trezeguet – scored one goal in four appearances at the Africa Cup of Nations, and will boost the Birmingham club 's squad ahead of their Premier League return.

Trezeguet has enjoyed stints at Anderlecht and Mouscron in Belgium, after starting out with Egypt's Al Ahly.

He revealed his countryman and Villa right-back Ahmed Elmohamady, saying on Twitter: "He's my captain and always speaks with me about Aston Villa, saying it's an amazing club and that I'd be happy here."

09:30 UPDATE: The final countdown

Inter Milan have come to a deal for Romelu Lukaku.

Antonio Conte wants Lukaku, 26, to replace Mauro Icardi at the San Siro.

Manchester United want to recoup the £ 75million they paid Everton in 2017 and also want to use the funds to buy his replacement.

The Mirror claim Ed Woodward and CO. will pull the plug on the deal.

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09:00 UPDATE: Leroy Sane to Bayern

Bayern Munich are giving to their Manchester City star Leroy Sane.

Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben both left the club this summer with manager Niko Kovac desperate to lure Sane, 23, to the Allianz Arena.

"Our bosses have shown him a clear plan," Kovac told Sport Bild. "We are very focused, he knows what to expect, and when he gets to know FC Bayern, he knows his job.

"You can see that the transfer is not easy, but I know that our people are working very hard to make it happen.

"We all know that Leroy Sane is our dream player.

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08:45 UPDATE: Paul Pogba swap

Juventus are considering a swap deal to bring Paul Pogba back to the club.

The French midfielder, 26, has opened the debate with Real Madrid and Juventus paying close attention.

Now, Corriere dello Sport claim the Italian champions have come up with a plan to navigate Manchester United's £ 150million valuation.

It's claimed Blaise Matuidi, Douglas Costa or Manchester City target Joao Cancelo could be used to tempt the Red Devils into selling.

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08:30 UPDATE: Neymar deadline

Barcelona have been set to transfer Neymar.

According to CNews, PSG chief Nbader Al-Khelaifi is concerned that Neymar will discuss their preparations for the new season.

And that PSG have set a deadline of July 31, nine days before the start of the new Ligue 1 campaign.

Should Barcelona fail to take Neymar away from the Parc des Princes by then, he will be reportedly remain with the group.

And the report adds PSG can be a great deal to improve your stay.

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07:45 UPDATE: Three-player deal

Manchester United's pursuit of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic will not affect their interest in Bruno Fernandes.

That's according to the Gazzetta dello Sports journalist Nicolo Schira, who claims the Red Devils could be both of them.

Italian publication Repubblica report that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side is close to landing Milinkovic-Savic from Lazio as Paul Pogba's replacement in a deal worth £ 67million more add-ons.

And Schira says that will not impact on Fernandes' potential Old Trafford arrival.

"The arrival of Sergej Milinkovic-Savic at Manchester United (€ 80M to Lazio) would not exclude that of Bruno Fernandes. Milinkovic should replace Paul Pogba (in the sights of Real Madrid), "Schira tweeted.

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07:00 UPDATE: Rodgers sends Man Utd new Harry Maguire message

Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers has refused to comment on whether Harry Maguire has asked for leave or not.

The center-back is the subject of heavy speculation, with Manchester United set to complete a move for the star.

United have made multiple bids for Maguire, but have not made the valuation for the star.

When asked if Maguire wanted to leave, "That's not really for me to say."

Brendan Rodgers refused to comment on Harry Maguire had requested to leave Leicester City (Image: GETTY)

05:00 UPDATE: Chelsea set to allow eight youngsters to leave

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard would be happy to leave the club on this summer.

Reece James is set to remain at Stamford Bridge and could play a part in the first team.

Matt Miazga, Tiemoue Bakayoko, Jack Clarke-Salter, Trevor Chalobah, Lewis Baker, Lucas Piazon, Dujon Sterling, and Izzy Brown are all expected to leave.

Miazga is close to agreeing a deal to return to a Reading Championship, having made a good impression last year.

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04:00 UPDATE: Bale refuses to celebrate

Gareth Bale refused to celebrate against Arsenal.

The Real Madrid is out of the limelight this summer after Zinedine Zidane made it clear he no longer wanted the winger.

However, Bale is ready to sit out the remaining three years of his £ 600,000-per-week contract at the Bernabeu.

And after scoring against Arsenal, he made his feelings abundantly clear by refusing to celebrate, instead of jogging back to the halfway line.

03:00 AM UPDATE: Arsenal could miss out on Ceballos

Real Madrid could cancel midfielder Dani Ceballos' loan deal with Arsenal just days before it is confirmed.

The youngster is close to joining Arsenal on a season-long loan after buying the Gunners over Tottenham.

Goal after Marco Asensio suffered a bad injury against Arsenal in pre-season, it is possible that Madrid will cancel the deal.

22:55 UPDATE: Kieran Tierney to Arsenal OFF

Celtic boss Neil Lennon believes in a potential deal for Kieran Tierney to join Arsenal this summer is now dead.

"The deal, I'm aware, is not happening," Lennon said. "We are delighted about that, obviously, and it's just a question of appeasing his mind now.

"As far as I am aware, it is finished. I do not know if Arsenal is going to meet our valuation. So, it's basically, 'As you were'.

"That can be difficult for him to get his head around, or he comes back to the fold and gets on with things. I'm sure the club will be well. But it can be said, I do not know. "

Transfer News: Celtic boss Neil Lennon reckons Kieran Tierney's move to Arsenal is off (Image: GETTY)

9:45 PM UPDATE: Gareth Bale hit with Tottenham plea

Tottenham hero Clive Allen wants Gareth Bale to head back to north London rather than over the lucrative Chinese Super League.

"I think it has been handled pretty horrifically," Allen said. "So much has been made public about the fall out with Zidane. I think Real Madrid have handled in very poorly.

"I do not think he should be going to China. I think there are so many possible followers in European football and even Premier League football – I'd love to see him back to the Premier League.

"I have been talking about spurs many years ago, and I have said that it is the platform for him to go to and to do anything he wants, to fulfill his dreams. He got into that and he came to Spurs.

"I'd say the exact same thing today. This is not the same club, but Tottenham Hotspur are among the top teams in European football. Come back to Tottenham, Gareth. That's my message to him, absolutely. "

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21:35 UPDATE: Another new Chelsea contract

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is poised to put pen to paper on a new five-year deal that will start at £ 100,000 a week.

Sport Express understands the Bayern Munich transfer to Stamford Bridge until at least 2024.

Chelsea have given the youngster badurances he will form part of Frank Lampard's first-team plans going forward.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Mason Mount by signing on the dotted line.

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21:00 UPDATE: Arsenal urged to buy Toby Alderweireld

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"Let's say it plays another three seasons, that's around £ 8m-a-year," Mills said. "People are paying 8m-a-year, he's a ready-made player. It's an absolute bargain.

How Manchester United are not coming and banging down the door, how Arsenal is not banging down the door and saying we want this player, I have no idea.

"£ 25m for a ready-made center half which is going to get you there, it's a no-brainer for me."

Transfer News: Tottenham star Toby Alderweireld is available for £ 25m until Friday (Image: GETTY)

20:10 UPDATE: Nicholas Pepe to Man Utd Development

Nicolas Pepe is reported to have agreed with Manchester United ahead of a potential move to Old Trafford.

Football Insider reckon the Lille forward has hammered out a contract with the Red Devils, who have spent £ 65m so far this summer.

Now, the United States is looking for a fee for Pepe, who is understood by Liverpool and Arsenal as well.

Pepe would go into United's well-stocked forwards department, which also boasts Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial and Romelu Lukaku.

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19:30 UPDATE: Barcelona handed Neymar deal deadline

Barcelona only has until July 31 to strike a deal for Neymar or they risk missing out on a reunion with the Brazilian.

Neymar is determined to swap Paris Saint-Germain for this summer because he is unhappy with life in France.

But Barcelona are running out of time to go back to the Nou Camp if fresh reports are to be believed.

CNSws reckon PSG chiefs have set a deadline for July 31 for a transfer to be completed by.

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18:30 UPDATE: Newcastle seal Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Steve Bruce is delighted to have completed the club-record signing of Joelinton from Hoffenheim.

"The kid's got an exciting time ahead of him. He's a smashing young player and we're obviously delighted to get him. It's been going on for a little bit now, "Bruce said.

"He's got everything that a modern-day player wants. He's big, strong and athletic, and of course he is very important.

"He's learned the history and wanted it (the number nine shirt), and that's always a big shirt to fill. But in his eyes, it was' bring it on – it 's what I'm here for'.

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18:00 UPDATE: Arsenal blasted over Wilfried Zaha offer

Arsenal has gotten to the money to sign up for the Crystal Palace, says Simon Jordan's Eagles chief.

"Arsenal are not playing properly," Jordan told. talkSPORT. Ian Wright in 1991, and I do not think they are playing properly for different reasons

"If they can afford to pay £ 27million for a player, they can afford to play £ 60 / 70million for Wilfried Zaha."

"Is it the right time for Palace and Zaha? I think it is probably, in a perverse way. Because Palace is a place where they are really built around Zaha and I do not think for the long-term benefit of Crystal Palace they can afford to rely simply on Zaha.

"You've got to get £ 60million more for him … you've got to! He's every bit as good as [Riyad] Mahrez. They are going to lose a lot by losing Zaha, but I do not think they are going to keep them going. "

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16:35 UPDATE: Celtic Stance on Kieran Tierney

Neil Lennon insists Celtic are in a strong position to keep hold of Kieran Tierney as Arsenal chase the left-back.

"It's been you really," said Lennon. "I've had no information that they've been bated that Arsenal that were rejected.

"There has been no further inroads into that of our valuation of Kieran was not as simple as that.

"You will see other transfers It is not a case of Arsenal being disrespectful.

"They put a bid in that they value the player at. They are back again and obviously see Kieran as a very good player, as we do.

"But we have a long-term contract when we come to Kieran."

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16:00 UPDATE: Gareth Bale statement

Real Madrid outcast Gareth Bale will not be leaving the Bernabeu on this summer, says his agent Jonathan Barnett.

"Barnett said." Gareth is one of the best players on the planet.

"I can guarantee you will not be going to any club. Gareth is a Real Madrid player and he is a real Madrid player.

"If something comes along that, then things could change and it could be gone in a day or a week." Or he could still be a real player in three years when his contract ends.

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15:00 UPDATE: Sergej Milinkovic-Savic progress

Manchester United appear to have lined up Sergey Milinkovic-Savic as the man to replace wantaway midfielder Paul Pogba.

Pogba is understood to be desperate to call time on his second stint at Old Trafford having grown disillusioned with life back in Manchester.

Italian newspaper La Repubblica reckon United are gearing up for Pogba to leave for Real Madrid with a replacement in their sights.

Milinkovic-Savic, with Lazio poised to receive £ 67m (€ 75m) plus add-ons for him.

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14:15 UPDATE: Newcastle medical

Joelinton is set to undergo a medical with Newcastle.

The Hoffenheim striker has touched down the North East ahead of his proposed 30million transfer.

The fee will dwarf Newcastle 's current record deal, which stands at £ 21m for Miguel Almiron back in January.

The center-forward seven goals and seven badists in 28 Bundesliga appearances last season.

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14:00 UPDATE: Harry Maguire alternative

Manchester United has identified an alternative to Harry Maguire as Leicester dig their heels in over a transfer this summer.

Maguire to bolster their defense goal Leicester are staying firm in demanding £ 90m.

However, according to the Daily Mail, United are ready to shelve their plans and go for Kalidou Koulibaly instead.

He was playing in the African Cup of Nations until last week, where Senegal lost to Algeria in the final – and United could revisit that interest and make a move for the Napoli ace.

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13:45 UPDATE: Loris Karius snub

Loris Karius says he's rejected to Besiktas.

The German goalkeeper joined Besiktas rom Liverpool in 2018 and is contracted to stay until June 2020.

He's put on the Champions League nightmare behind him British clubs.

"This season, through my agent, two clubs in the UK, three clubs from Germany, made offers," Karius told Sporx. "I turned them down, Besiktas is very special for me."

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13:30 UPDATE: No disrespect – Zidane

Zinedine Zidane says he did not "disrespected" Gareth Bale and it was the club who wanted to sell the Welsh forward, not him personally.

Bale did not play for Real in their defeat to Bayern Munich in the International Champions Cup, with Zidane revealing his absence to the club "working on his departure".

"At times my Spanish is very suspect," Zidane told reporters. "I want to be very clear about this.

"I always have the same, the players are the most important and every time I am with a player here I will be with them always.

"Second thing, I think it's very important and important to say that Gareth did not change (play) because he did not want to."

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13:15 UPDATE: Nicolas Pepe is almost done

Lille president Gerard Lopez says sought-after winger Nicolas Pepe's future has 'almost' been decided.

Pepe, 24, has been strongly linked with Manchester United over the past week with Ed Woodward.

Asked about Pepe's future, Lille president Lopez told La Voix du Nord: "In terms of departures and arrivals, if a player leaves, we will go and get what we need.

"For Nico, it's almost done and he could have left last summer. It is true that there are big offers and big clubs in it, so I think [he will leave]. "

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13:00 UPDATE: Nicolas Pepe latest

Manchester United have advanced their pursuit of Lille winger Nicolas Pepe.

Duncan Castles, who claims Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side is still in talks with the Ligue 1 side.

Arsenal and Everton have been linked with the 24-year-old goal Castles suggests the Red Devils are in pole-position.

Castles said: "Manchester United I would like to say that I would like to know what to do in Lille the player.

"They [Manchester United] have advanced that interest in the last week and been involved in further discussions with Lille over a transfer.”

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12:45 UPDATE: New target for Arsenal

Arsenal have added Juventus defender Daniele Rugani to their transfer wish list, according to reports in Italy.

And according to Tutto Mercato Web, Arsenal could move for Rugani, who Juve are willing to let go.

The report states that Rugani will probably leave the Turin club anyway, due to the purchase of Matthijs de Ligt from Ajax.

Rugani also faces stiff competition from the likes of Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci.

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12:30 UPDATE: Everton Soares latest

Arsenal are closing in on the Brazilian star Everton Soares as the club’s new technical director Edu works to secure the Gunners’ transfer target.

It has been reported a fee of £36million has been offered by the Gunners to Gremio, which is expected to come in the form of £25m up front and a further £11m in add-ons.

Arsenal have already brought in a Brazilian this summer as Edu returned to the club where he won two league titles to become the club's first technical director.

And when he was recently asked about Everton making the move to north London by a Gunners fan, he said: “Let’s see.”

According to Brazilian publication GloboEsporte, although no agreement has been reached between the two teams, talks are ongoing between the Brazilian side and an unnamed English side.

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12:15 UPDATE: Man Utd agree £375k deal

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is on the verge of agreeing a lucrative contract extension.

De Gea, 28, has frequently been linked with a departure but is set to sign a new six-year deal at Old Trafford worth £375,000-a-week.

United's previous captain Antonio Valencia left at the end of last season and De Gea is one of several players in the frame to replace him along with Ashley Young, Juan Mata, Chris Smalling and Paul Pogba.

"I've been captain for some games. Of course it is amazing to be captain of a club like Manchester United and defend this badge," De Gea said. "It's amazing, so of course I'll be really, really happy to captain.”

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12:00 UPDATE: Arsenal double medical

Arsenal are close to completing a double deal.

That’s according to the BBC, who claim the Gunners have reached agreements for Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos and Saint-Etienne centre-back William Saliba.

Saliba, 18, will undergo a medical today ahead of his proposed £27million transfer – before returning to Saint-Etienne for the 2019/2020 campaign.

Spanish newspaper AS claim Ceballos, 22, will also have a medical today before joining on a season-long loan with no option to buy.

11:45 UPDATE: Bruno Fernandes plea

Sporting Lisbon star Bruno Fernandes has reiterated his desire to play Premier League football next season.

The Portuguese international has been tipped to join Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer seeks to bolster his midfield options.

But Ed Woodward and Co. will have to spend big with Sporting president Frederico Varandas demanding more than £55million for his signature.

"The president decides that, not me," Fernandes said. “The only thing I can do now is that I need to catch the plane so I don't miss it.

"Will this be the last match for Sporting? I don't know, it's the coach who decides. I told you I liked to play in England, but that's not what interests me. It may be when the club decides."

11:30 UPDATE: Gareth Bale to Liverpool?!

Gareth Bale would be a “perfect fit” for Liverpool instead of former club Tottenham as the Spanish giants explore transfer options for the winger, says BBC pundit Paul Ince.

Bale left Tottenham to join Real in 2013 for a then world-record fee of £86m and despite winning four Champions Leagues with the club, he has fallen out of favour with many of its fans.

But Ince feels a return to Spurs and playing under Mauricio Pochettino wouldn’t be the best option for him and instead prefers Liverpool, as he thinks they can offer him the chance to win more trophies.

"My opinion is if Liverpool can afford him, he should go there," Ince told BBC Sport. "Liverpool's front three haven't had much rest before the season – Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino and Sadio Mane have played all over the summer.

"Bale can play right, left or central. If I was looking at a team if they could afford him, it would be Liverpool.

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11:15 UPDATE: Ovie Ejaria loan deal

Liverpool midfielder Ovie Ejaria is close to joining Reading.

Ejaria, 21, spent a six-month spell with the Championship side last season and looks set to return.

Football Insider claim talks between the two parties have reached an advanced stage and Ejaria will spend next season on loan at the Madejski Stadium.

The Royals are under a soft transfer embargo and will need the green light from EFL chiefs to make new signings.