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As the summer transfer window heats up, several Premier League giants are making bold moves in the market.
From Chelsea’s aggressive recruitment strategy to Napoli’s pursuit of English talent, below is a round-up of the latest transfer developments across Europe’s top leagues.
Chelsea are looking to hijack Newcastle United’s move for Brighton and Brazil forward Joao Pedro, 23. (The Sun)
The Blues are also targeting Borussia Dortmund’s English winger Jamie Gittens, 20, as a top priority. (Standard)
Meanwhile, Chelsea and England winger Noni Madueke, 23, is attracting interest from several clubs, including London rivals Arsenal. (Telegraph)
Liverpool Eyes Reinforcements Amid Transfer Rumours
Despite reports, Liverpool are yet to receive any offers for Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, 25, who has been linked with Serie A champions Napoli. (Liverpool Echo)
The Reds are showing strong interest in Crystal Palace’s England defender Marc Guehi, 24. (Daily Mail)
Florian Wirtz, 22, has successfully completed his medical as Liverpool are set to announce the record transfer from Bayer Leverkusen later today. (ESPN)
Federico Chiesa, 27, currently on Liverpool’s books, is reportedly being tracked by Napoli and AC Milan. (Kiss Kiss Napoli)
Liverpool are also willing to let go of defender Joe Gomez, 28, who is attracting interest from Crystal Palace, Leeds, and West Ham. (TBR Football)
Manchester United Navigating Market Cautiously
United will need to significantly raise their offer if they hope to sign Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo, 25. (The i Paper)
The Red Devils are considering a loan move for Bayern Munich midfielder Joao Palhinha, 29, after pulling back from a big-money deal for Atalanta’s Ederson, 25. (Givemesport)
Arsenal Targeting Strike Options, Facing Midfield Exit
Viktor Gyokeres, 27, of Sporting CP is reportedly edging closer to a move to Arsenal, ahead of Manchester United. (Talksport)
Arsenal are also in talks with RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, 22, who wants a release clause included in any potential deal. (The Transfers Podcast)
Midfielder Thomas Partey, 32, is expected to leave the club when his contract expires on 30 June, with negotiations at a standstill. (ESPN)
Forest, Brighton, and Everton Make Strategic Moves
Nottingham Forest are on the verge of signing Botafogo’s Brazilian duo, striker Igor Jesus, 24, and defender Jair Cunha, 20, in a £30 million double deal. (Telegraph)
Brighton have received a £25.6m bid from Napoli for Denmark midfielder Matt O’Riley, 24. (Sky Sports)
Everton have begun contract talks with England centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, 22, as David Moyes looks to secure his long-term future. (Liverpool Echo)
Newly promoted Premier League club, Sunderland, are eyeing Lyon and former Southampton defender Duje Caleta-Car, 28. (Newcastle Chronicle)
Napoli and Inter Milan are vying for Antoni Burkiewicz, a highly rated 17-year-old Polish midfielder from Rakow Czestochowa. (Teamtalk)
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