Manchester United could walk away from talks to buy Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite while Liverpool have been tipped to sign Dani Olmo, who’s addressed links of a move to Anfield
The summer transfer window opened on Friday and Premier League clubs aren’t wasting time in an attempt to get business done early.
Manchester United submitted their first bid for top target Jarrad Branthwaite within hours of the window officially opening, but with Everton set to reject their total package worth £43million, United would be willing to walk away from negotiations – despite agreeing personal terms with his representatives.
Arsenal are also targeting an Everton player and have been quoted at least £50million for highly-rated midfielder Amadou Onana. The Gunners are hoping to drum up funds by selling a number of stars this summer, with Reiss Nelson reported to have handed in a transfer request amid interest from Fulham, West Ham, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest.
The winger could be replaced by Michael Olise but Chelsea have made the first move to sign the in-demand Palace star, Mirror Football understands. Elsewhere, Liverpool are hoping to make a splash in their first summer under new manager Arne Slot and have RB Leipzig playmaker Dani Olmo on their radar.
Stay tuned throughout Sunday as we bring you the latest transfer news from the Premier League and beyond.
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09:186 mins agoNathan Ridley
Roma make contact with Hummels
Roma have registered their interest in signing outgoing Borussia Dortmund defender Mats Hummels as a free agent.
Hummels, 35, won’t be offered a new contract by Dortmund, bringing his second spell with the German giants to an end.
Reports from Italy claim that Roma boss Daniele De Rossi is keen adding an experienced leader to his defence.
08:4043 mins agoNathan Ridley
Bayern Munich decide Davies’ immediate future
Bayern Munich will NOT sell left-back Alphonso this summer and instead allow him to enter the final year of his contract.
Sky Germany report that talks over a new deal have reached a critical juncture, with Bayern unwilling to offer the 23-year-old improved terms after an underwhelming season.
Canada international Davies has long been touted for a move to Real Madrid, although AC Milan’s Theo Hernandez has been increasingly linked in recent weeks.
08:06Nathan Ridley
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Hello and welcome to Sunday’s live transfer blog!
Even with the European Championship underway and the Copa America looming, the market is in full flow.
We’ll be bringing you all the latest news and done deals throughout the day, so keep it locked.
Key Event
Arsenal star wants to explore exit options
Reiss Nelson has told Arsenal that he wants to explore a move away this summer, the Athletic report.
Nelson, 24, signed a new contract last summer but is open to a fresh start after limited minutes under Mikel Arteta.
The Gunners are said to have a slapped a £20million price tag on his head amid interst from Fulham, West Ham, Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest.
Key Event
Olmo addresses Liverpool links
RB Leipzig midfielder Dani Olmo has left the door open for a move to Liverpool, admitting that it’s ‘nice’ to be linked with the Reds.
Olmo, 26, is currently at Euro 2024 with Spain, who hammered Croatia 3-0 yesterday in their opening game.
The playmaker came on as a second-half substitute and has been discussing his future, telling Mundo Deportivo: “I am calm and focused on what is coming, which is the Euro, which is no small thing.
“It is clear that it is good to see your name related to great teams in Europe and the world, that motivates me, but I am focused on the Euro and I hope we can return with the trophy. Then we’ll see.
“It’s nice to see your name related to the greats, but I insist, it’s nothing that bothers me. I am focused on the field and then whatever has to be, will be.”
Key Event
Man Utd threaten to end Branthwaite pursuit
Manchester United will threaten to walk away from a deal for Jarrad Branthwaite after Everton rejected their opening bid worth £43million including add-ons.
United’s proposal was worth an initial £35m plus £8m in ‘easily-achievable’ add-ons.
While they are poised to return to the table with an improved offer, they have no intention of matching Everton’s sky-high £70m asking price and will inform the Toffees of their willingness to move onto alternative targets if an agreement cannot be struck on what they consider to be realistic terms.
Read the full story on Branthwaite here.