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Some major deals in the pipeline as summer window nears

On the move? Viktor Gyokeres, Adam Wharton and Matheus Cunha could all secure huge transfers this summer

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Arsenal are said to be closing in on a deal for Viktor Gyokeres as the transfer rumour mill kicks into overdrive ahead of the first instalment of a split summer window. The Gunners are desperate to finally land a statement striker signing after another trophyless season and also still have the likes of Benjamin Sesko, Ollie Watkins, Joao Pedro and Nico Williams on their radar, while they will also want to clinch the arrival of Martin Zubimendi.

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Arsenal eye Ademola Lookman swoop

Ademola Lookman is another player said to be on Arsenal’s transfer radar this summer.

The Gunners, led by new sporting director Andrea Berta, have an extensive list of attacking targets and are keen on signing a new winger as well as making a splashy striker addition.

The Sun say that Arsenal are admirers of former Charlton, Everton, Fulham and Leicester star Lookman, who has been an important player for Atalanta in Serie A over recent years.

However, it remains to be seen if they will formalise that interest in the Nigerian international.

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19 minutes ago

Branthwaite and Guehi lead new Chelsea shortlist

With Dean Huijsen set to complete his move to Real Madrid, Chelsea appear to have drawn up a new shortlist of alternative defender targets.

The Blues were keen on a summer deal for Bournemouth’s highly-rated young Spanish centre-back, but he’s heading to the Bernabeu instead on a five-year contract after completing a medical after Los Blancos triggered his £50m release clause.

Chelsea will have to turn their attentions elsewhere now, with Sky Sports claiming that Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite and Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi are both targets, along with Ajax’s Jorrel Hato - previously linked with both Arsenal and Liverpool.

However, they insist there is no move in the offing to Stamford Bridge for Leicester’s Ben Nelson.

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26 minutes ago

Man Utd to step up Matheus Cunha move

Manchester United look poised to step up their move for Matheus Cunha.

The Wolves forward, along with Ipswich striker Liam Delap, is a key early target for the Red Devils this summer as they look to remodel their stalled attack under Ruben Amorim.

A deal for Cunha looked to be progressing swiftly only a couple of weeks ago, though it’s gone a little bit quiet in recent days.

However, transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has said that he expects things to advance again in the coming days.

Cunha is said to be eager to move to Old Trafford, with Romano insisting that it’s just a matter of closing the contract agreement.

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Liverpool plot Adam Wharton bid

Liverpool are said to be plotting a bid for Adam Wharton.

The England midfielder has a huge day ahead as he attempts to lead Crystal Palace to a first-ever major trophy as they face Manchester City in the FA Cup final at Wembley later on.

Wharton first finds himself at the centre of renewed transfer speculation, having previously been linked with the likes of City and Real Madrid.

TEAMtalk report that Liverpool are strong admirers of Wharton and are pondering a potential offer for his services.

However, Chelsea and Barcelona are also rumoured to be in the mix on this one, along with Madrid.

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37 minutes ago

Arsenal close in on Viktor Gyokeres deal

Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Viktor Gyokeres, reports claim.

The Gunners are looking to move quickly this summer to finally secure the sort of statement striker deal that fans have been crying out for over recent transfer windows.

Gyokeres is believed to be the preferred option of new sporting director Andrea Berta, with the likes of Benjamin Sesko, Ollie Watkins, Nico Williams, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike still being linked.

According to CaughtOffside, Arsenal’s negotiations with Sporting Lisbon over the prolific Swedish international are now at an advanced stage, though they add that Manchester United are also preparing an offer amid serious interest from Liverpool.

Arsenal are said to have offered former Coventry talisman Gyokeres a five-year deal worth almost £9m per season.

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11 hours ago

Huijsen passes Real Madrid medical

Dean Huijsen has passed his medical and will sign a five-year contract at Real Madrid.

That’s according to journalist Ben Jacobs, who reports that Huijsen will earn at least €9million a season and those wages could rise to €11m.

Bournemouth will get £50million for the player they signed for around £12m a year ago.

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15 hours ago

Chelsea v Man Utd LIVE

Chelsea host Manchester United in this evening’s other big encounter, with the Blues looking to bounce back from their Tyneside disappointment last weekend.

Enzo Maresca’s side are still in the top five by the skin of their teeth, but they have Villa breathing down their necks.

Follow all the updates here, thanks to Matt Verri and Malik Ouzia.

Point to prove: Cole Palmer

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15 hours ago

Aston Villa v Tottenham LIVE

Aston Villa take on Tottenham in their quest for a top-five finish this evening.

Unai Emery’s side are nestled into sixth place in the Premier League table, level on points with Chelsea a place higher.

Should the Villans beat Ange Postecoglou’s strugglers, they’ll leapfrog the Blues at least momentarily, heaping the pressure on Enzo Maresca’s side to beat Manchester United at Stamford Bridge later this evening.

Be sure to check in here, where Dan Kilpatrick has all the updates from Villa Park.

Europe chasing: Aston Villa

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16 hours ago

Sane offered around

Leroy Sane has been reportedly offered around to multiple Premier League clubs with his future at Bayern Munich still unsolved.

The German winger is out of contract at the Allianz Arena, and has still not put pen to paper on a new deal.

Foot Mercato reports that the former Man City wide man has been offered to Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool, Tottenham, Newcastle, and Chelsea, should he not agree on fresh terms with Vincent Kompany’s side.

Uncertain: Leroy Sane

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16 hours ago

Potter wants Soucek stay

West Ham manager Graham Potter wants Tomas Soucek to remain at the London Stadium next season.

The Czech has been a major goalscoring outlet for Potter since his arrival in east London, although the former Brighton and Chelsea manager is set to oversee a big overhaul of personnel this summer.

Vladimir Coufal, Danny Ings, Aaron Cresswell, and Lukasz Fabianski are all set to depart on free transfers, while Evan Ferguson and Carlos Soler’s loan deals will not be made permanent.

As for Soucek, Potter wants the box-to-box midfielder to commit his future to the club.

“He’s been a fantastic signing for the club, first and foremost, to deliver what he has delivered over a period of time.

“He’s a top professional, he has been a fantastic servant to the club, and I am looking forward to working with him in the short, medium and long-term future.

“What did I see in him at Brighton? The same. The same that West Ham have seen in him, and what he has developed in fairness.

“He’s a midfield player that can do both sides of the game. Affects the game. Scores. In the boxes, he’s fantastic, defence and attack, set pieces.

“Add to that, a really, really good professional. He is a quiet man but leads by example in terms of how he conducts himself every day.”

Goalscorer: Tomas Soucek

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