The summer transfer window is now open in Europe, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Vlahovic’s uncertain future
Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain and various Premier League clubs are considering a move for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, according to Calciomercato.
With the 23-year-old’s future seemingly uncertain, there are plenty of suitors, but the Serbia international isn’t a priority for any of those clubs.
Juventus are open to letting the former Fiorentina frontman leave, especially as they haven’t been completely convinced by his performances so far, but it would take at least €90 million for a deal to happen.
Bayern have considered Vlahovic after moves for Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Muani fell through, but their priority remains Kane.
Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham and Arsenal have all shown interest in Vlahovic but none have yet made a serious move.
Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid have also been mentioned, with Vlahovic seen as an alternative to Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe for Los Blancos, who would want the move to initially be a loan.
So, while there has been plenty of interest, it is unclear where any concrete offer will materialise.
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22.09 BST: Arsenal are set to confirm a new long-term deal with Reiss Nelson, reports Fabrizio Romano. The 23-year-old winger has reportedly turned down advances from clubs from Italy, France and England to sign a four-year contract with the Gunners.
The former England U21 international, who has been at the club since he was just nine years old, scored three goals and provided two assists in 11 Premier League appearances last season, as he holds out for more playing time under Mikel Arteta next season.
21.44 BST: Celta Vigo are interested in Mohamed Elyounoussi, according to Relevo.
The 28-year-old midfielder is available on a free transfer after his contract with Southampton expired at the end of last month, following five years at Saint Mary’s Stadium. However, the LaLiga side might face some competition for the Norway international: his former club, Celtic — where he played on loan for two seasons, scoring 14 goals in 44 appearances — are also interested in a move.
21.08 BST: Benfica have officially announced the return of Ángel Di María on a one-year contract.
The 35-year-old forward joins the Portuguese club after a verbal agreement was reached two weeks ago, marking his return to the Estádio da Luz since departing 13 years ago to join Real Madrid. The Argentina international became a free agent this summer after spending just one season at Juventus, and following a seven-season stint with Paris Saint-Germain.
20.33 BST: Kim Min-Jae will undergo a medical today as his move to Bayern Munich nears completion, according to Sky Sport Italia.
The 26-year-old centre-back is set to join the Bundesliga champions in a £43m deal following his debut season in Italy. The South Korea international missed only three Serie A games as Napoli won their first Scudetto in over 30 years.
Thomas Tuchel is reportedly an admirer as he looks to add options in central defence, with Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano the only recognised, senior players in that position.
20.06 BST: Chelsea are expected to make a formal offer for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, reports Chelsea.
13.31 BST: Manchester City are prepared to offer Kyle Walker a new two-year contract to keep him at the club, Fabrizio Romano. Negotiations will restart in the coming days about another loan for the striker, including an obligation to make the deal permanent. – Newcastle United are interested in Daily Mail. The 20-year-old is expected to leave the Saints after their relegation, and Chelsea have a clause that would allow them to take him back for £40m, while Newcastle have made an offer worth over £20m.
