Transfer Market: Latest News and Rumors
The Premier League transfer market is open, and the rest of Europe will follow on July 1st, kicking off the movements. Here are the latest updates and rumors about the most outstanding transfers.Is Liverpool looking to reinforce its defense?
Liverpool has had a very active start to the market, with spending of 170 million pounds. Given the possible departure of Jarell Quansah to Bayer Leverkusen, the need to reinforce the defense is evident. Marc Guéhi, Crystal Palace’s central defender, is one of the main candidates to fill Quansah’s position. The English international meets many requirements for Liverpool and is admired at Anfield. At only 24 years old, he is a player trained in the country and already has national and international experience. Another player linked with Liverpool is Jorrel Hato, Ajax’s defender. Able to play both as a center-back and a left-back, the 19-year-old is a promising talent who is on the radar of several important European clubs. However, Ajax does not need funds and wishes to keep Hato for one more season. Furthermore, Liverpool has already reinforced the left-back position, which could indicate that they will now focus on a specialized central defender.Who could leave Anfield?
Liverpool is likely to pause to assess the squad before making more additions. Future operations will depend on departures. Darwin Nunez is expected to leave this summer, with Napoli as the main interested party. If his departure materializes, Liverpool would look for a new striker, but only if they find the right target. They have already withdrawn from the bidding for Alexander Isak of Newcastle United, valued at 150 million pounds. Harvey Elliott could also leave, after admitting that he doesn’t want to “waste years” of his career. Brighton & Hove Albion would be among those interested.Why hasn’t Arsenal made any signings yet?
This will change soon. Arsenal is expected to announce the signing of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for £5 million shortly. The arrival of Martín Zubimendi, for £51 million, is also imminent. Conversations with Brentford to sign Christian Nørgaard are progressing rapidly, with a deal that could reach £15 million. The club has also been looking for options to reinforce the central defense. Arsenal are also interested in Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera. There is interest in Rodrygo, from Real Madrid, but that operation is far from materializing. The team’s main need continues to be a center forward. The valuations of Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig and Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP are the main obstacle.Could Tottenham Hotspur sign Eberechi Eze?
Tottenham Hotspur wants to make Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze their star signing this summer, but it could cost up to £70 million. With the possible departure of Son Heung-Min, Spurs have identified Eze as the perfect replacement. Arsenal are also interested in Eze, but Tottenham are in the lead. An offer of between 65 and 70 million pounds could finalize the transfer.Could Ronald Araujo leave Barcelona?Ronald Araujo’s 65 million euro release clause comes into effect on July 1st. Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, states that the player is not for sale, but the club needs to raise funds. Juventus and Bayern Munich have been linked with Araujo in the past. Although the expectation is that he will stay, nothing is ruled out.How will Monaco do next season?
Monaco could benefit from the arrival of Paul Pogba and Ansu Fati. Pogba, with his leadership and experience, and Fati, in an environment conducive to relaunching his career, could be key. However, both signings are risky bets.Where will Jonathan David play?Jonathan David has not yet received concrete offers, despite interest from several European clubs. Juventus is interested, but there is nothing more. Other teams such as Atletico Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain and Everton are also following the situation.Other interesting transfers in progress:
Napoli is ready to reject Al Hilal’s attempts to sign Scott McTominay. Manchester City rejected a 6.5 million euro offer from Hoffenheim for Callum Doyle. AC Milan will contact Club Brugge directly to make an offer for Ardon Jashari. Atletico Madrid is negotiating with Villarreal to sign Alex Baena. Napoli reached a verbal agreement with PSV Eindhoven to sign Noa Lang. Atalanta is interested in Giorgio Scalvini. Galatasaray wants to sign Sacha Boey. Aston Villa, Nottingham Forest, Fulham, Fenerbahce and Burnley are interested in Pepê, from FC Porto. Luka Jovic, from AC Milan, could go to Cruz Azul.
