Chelsea have identified Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria as their top target to replace Marc Cucurella this summer, according to Marca. The 28-year-old has quietly established himself as one of the most effective fullbacks in Spanish football over recent seasons. Chavarria joined Vallecano from Real Zaragoza in 2022 and has since gone on to feature in 125 games for the Madrid club. Across those appearances, the Spaniard has contributed ten goal contributions while operating in several different positions on the left flank. He was a key figure in Vallecano’s 2025-26 campaign, starting 33 of their 38 LaLiga matches as the…
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Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones has emerged as a transfer target for Nottingham Forest as they search for a replacement for the departing Elliot Anderson. Anderson has agreed a move to Manchester City while representing England at the World Cup, with a fee widely reported to be £116 million. The significant windfall from Anderson’s sale gives Forest more than enough financial firepower to pursue a new midfielder this summer. Jones, who has been lauded for his “incredible work rate” by scout Jacek Kulig, has just one year remaining on his contract at Anfield. Liverpool have set a £40 million asking price…
Leeds United are moving quickly to address their defensive needs after Pascal Struijk’s impending departure to Premier League rivals Brighton and Hove Albion. Brighton have agreed a £20m deal with the Whites to sign the Dutch central defender, ending his time at Elland Road after a career spent entirely at the club. Struijk’s contract in West Yorkshire was due to expire at the end of the 2026/27 season, leaving Leeds at risk of losing him for nothing if they did not act. The defender is said to want a new challenge in his career, and he is now closing in…
Manchester United have re-entered the race to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, pushing hard to outmanoeuvre Tottenham Hotspur in the process. Transfer journalist Matteo Moretto reports that United held new contacts with Fernandes’ representatives “in the last few hours” and are willing to improve their contract proposal. United are also set to open formal talks directly with West Ham as they look to accelerate a deal for the Portuguese midfielder this summer. Moretto wrote: “Manchester United is back in the chase for Mateus Fernandes. In the last few hours, there have been new contacts with the player; the…
Arsenal are reportedly keen on signing Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, with the 25-year-old now emerging as a genuine transfer target for the Gunners. Jones came through Liverpool’s youth academy and has gone on to enjoy considerable success at Anfield during his senior career so far. His honours with the club include two Premier League titles, a Champions League trophy, and several other major cup competitions across his time on Merseyside. Despite those achievements, Jones has largely been used as a rotational option rather than a guaranteed starter throughout his time with the Reds. His current contract is set to expire…
Glasgow Rangers are continuing to build their squad this summer, with Derek McInnes pushing to add further reinforcements ahead of the new Scottish Premiership campaign. The Ibrox club have already secured the arrivals of Lawrence Shankland and Ross McCrorie as part of their summer recruitment drive. Rangers are also closing in on a loan deal for Ben Godfrey, a 28-year-old former England international defender, with Serie A side Atalanta set to sanction a season-long move including an option to buy. Godfrey has spent recent seasons on loan at Ipswich Town, Sheffield United, and Brondby, though none of those clubs elected…
Arsenal are being asked to spend more than £100 million to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes this summer, according to The Telegraph. The Gunners have identified the Brazilian as a top midfield target and made an initial verbal offer of around £55 million to secure his services. Newcastle rejected that opening approach outright, with the Magpies making clear they value their captain far higher than Arsenal’s first bid suggested. Arsenal are poised to return with a second offer, but The Telegraph report that Newcastle will not entertain selling unless the fee exceeds £100 million. There is a belief within…
Arsenal are best placed to sign Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis this summer, according to reports from Voetbal Primeur. The Premier League champions have identified the Greece international as a priority target to strengthen their left-wing options ahead of next season. Arsenal have been monitoring the former Norwich City man for some time and reportedly hold “all the cards” to secure his signature ahead of rival clubs. Club Brugge are expected to demand a club-record fee for the winger, potentially surpassing the £34 million agreed for Ardon Jashari’s move to AC Milan last summer. Tzolis enjoyed a remarkable campaign for…
Tottenham’s pursuit of midfield reinforcements has taken a complicated turn with Manchester United emerging as a serious rival for West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes. Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg reports that Manchester United remain determined to sign the Portugal international despite Tottenham’s ongoing interest. Plettenberg adds that personal terms are not expected to present a problem for United if a deal can be agreed with West Ham, with negotiations said to be ongoing. The update represents a significant concern for Tottenham after weeks of positive reports surrounding their own pursuit of the 21-year-old midfielder. Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi has made…