West Ham United are reportedly leading the race to sign Middlesbrough centre-back Dael Fry as the club looks to strengthen following their Premier League relegation. According to SportsBoom, West Ham are now in pole position to secure Fry’s signature and progress is being made toward an agreement between the two parties. Fry’s current contract with Middlesbrough is set to expire later this month, meaning he could leave the Teesside club without a transfer fee being involved. Middlesbrough are doing everything they can to convince the defender to remain, urging him to sign a new deal rather than depart as a…
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Manchester United are firmly in the hunt to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. Romano took to X to confirm that United “remain keen” on the 21-year-old, though multiple clubs are now circling the Portuguese talent this summer. The situation is complicated by Jose Mourinho, who has reportedly mentioned Fernandes as a transfer target to Real Madrid, intensifying competition for his signature. Romano wrote: “Manchester United remain keen on Mateus Fernandes with more clubs also in the race. José Mourinho mentioned his name to Real Madrid yesterday, more Premier League clubs showing interest.…
Arsenal are in discussions to sign highly rated France U19 centre-back Emmanuel Mbemba from Paris Saint-Germain this summer, according to The Athletic. The 18-year-old joined PSG’s academy from Melun FC Youth in 2023 and has quickly established himself as one of the most promising young defenders in France. Como’s first team scout Ben Mattinson has described Mbemba as ‘dominant’, a glowing assessment that has helped attract interest from several clubs across Europe. The versatile defender is capable of playing at both centre-back and left-back, giving potential suitors additional flexibility in how they could deploy him. With his PSG contract expiring…
Manchester United are reportedly preparing to make a move for AFC Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, according to transfer journalist David Ornstein. The news comes as new permanent manager Michael Carrick looks to reshape the midfield department at Old Trafford this summer. Carrick was initially appointed as interim manager following Ruben Amorim’s departure, before being given the permanent role after guiding United to a third-place Premier League finish. That result secured Champions League football for next season, giving Carrick a strong platform to attract quality signings to the club. United have already made progress in midfield recruitment, having agreed a deal…
Nottingham Forest are standing firm in one of the most compelling transfer sagas of the summer window, continuing to reject major bids from Manchester City for star midfielder Elliot Anderson. City’s latest approach has already been turned down, despite the Premier League giants increasing their offer to a significant level that would have set a new benchmark. Forest remain unmoved and are holding out for a record-breaking valuation before even considering allowing the England international to leave the City Ground. Anderson has been identified as a priority target for City after a breakout 2025/26 campaign in which he established himself…
Wolverhampton Wanderers have dismissed head coach Rob Edwards and are closing in on Portuguese manager César Peixoto as his successor. Peixoto, aged 46, most recently managed Gil Vicente, guiding them to a sixth-place finish in the Portuguese top flight last season. The dismissal came as a significant shock to Edwards, who first learned of the potential deal through rumours circulating on social media. Edwards, who was abroad on holiday at the time, was then informed via phone call that his seven-month tenure at the club was over. The news reportedly stunned even senior club staff, many of whom had been…
Marcus Rashford has emerged as one of the most sought-after forwards in European football this summer transfer window. Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly battling with Arsenal and Chelsea to sign the Manchester United forward, according to the Daily Mail. Rashford, 28, spent last season on loan at Barcelona, where he impressed under manager Hansi Flick before the club opted against a permanent deal. Barcelona held a £26m buy option on the player but were only willing to pay £13m, a figure Manchester United rejected outright. Michael Carrick’s side are open to selling Rashford and are reportedly hoping a strong World Cup…
Manchester United are reportedly maintaining contact with Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali as they search for a marquee midfield addition this summer transfer window. The Italian’s agent, Beppe Riso, has described his client as “one of the best midfielders in the world,” underlining the pedigree United would be adding to their squad. United have already moved to sign Ederson from the Premier League in what looks like a reported bargain deal worth £39m, a solid piece of business by sporting director Jason Wilcox and his team. However, supporters are craving a bigger statement signing in the middle of the park, with Elliott…
Arsenal’s summer transfer activity is gathering momentum, with sporting director Andrea Berta working hard to secure deals ahead of the window officially opening next week. The Gunners won their first Premier League title in 2026 but suffered heartbreak in Budapest, where they lost the Champions League final, leaving Mikel Arteta hungry for more silverware. Arteta is widely regarded as building a dynasty at the Emirates Stadium, with five players considered untouchable at the core of his squad moving forward. David Raya, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Declan Rice, and Bukayo Saka form the backbone of a side that will be looking…