The summer transfer window is here, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
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TOP STORY: Arsenal plot fresh Raphinha bid after agreeing a fee for Gabriel Jesus
Arsenal are planning a fresh approach for Raphinha after agreeing to a fee with Manchester City for Gabriel Jesus, reports the Express.
The Gunners have set their sights on the 25-year-old winger for their next move of the summer transfer market, having been reported to have had a bid of £50 million turned down by Leeds United on Wednesday.
It is understood that talks have been continuing throughout the week with the north London side keen to not be reckless in fear of sparking a bidding war, amid interest from rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Barcelona.
Raphinha was believed to be a key target for the Blaugrana this summer, but after Jesse Marsch’s side avoided relegation, Leeds are now able to demand a much higher fee than the relegation release clause of £25 million.
He has been a key star since joining Elland Road from Rennes in 2020, contributing to 14 goals in 34 Premier League starts last season.
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PAPER GOSSIP (by Adam Brown)
– Chelsea discussed the possibility of signing Cristiano Ronaldo with Jorge Mendes last week, reports the Athletic. It is understood that new co-owner Todd Boehly is interested in the potential of making him his first signing, though it isn’t clear whether the 37-year-old Portugal international striker would be open to a Stamford Bridge switch, due to his affinity to Manchester United. Ronaldo has just 12 months left on his deal at Old Trafford, and has been linked with an exit in recent weeks.
– Paris Saint-Germain are close to reaching a full agreement over a new contract…
Source : espn
