Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Manchester City contact Griezmann

Rafa Benitez wants to add a new right-back to his ranks at Everton, with Max Aarons and Denzel Dumfries in his sights. According to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/everton-transfer-news-max-aarons-denzel-dumfries-euro-2020-norwich" target="_blank">90min</a>, the Toffees are mulling over moves for star turns on the books at Norwich and PSV.

Everton eyeing up Dumfries and Aarons (90min)

Eduardo Camavinga is not a top transfer priority for Manchester United this summer. The <a href="https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/man-united-transfer-camavinga-varane-21014851" target="_blank">Manchester Evening News</a> reports that while the Rennes teenager is of interest to the Red Devils, they have other midfield options in mind.

Camavinga is not a priority for Man Utd (MEN)

Red Devils won't push for teenage midfielder

West Ham have, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-west-ham-in-pole-position-to-sign-abraham-as-new-asking-price-revealed/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>, moved to the front of the queue for Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham. Various clubs have been linked with the England international, who has slipped out of favour under Thomas Tuchel, but he could now cross London in a £35 million ($49m) deal.

West Ham in pole position for £35m Abraham (Football Insider)

Manchester United are not looking to do a part-exchange deal with Tottenham for Harry Kane, claims <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1460873/Manchester-United-transfer-news-Harry-Kane-Tottenham-swap-deal-exclusive" target="_blank">Express Sport.</a> There had been suggestions that the Red Devils would look to include players already on their books as sweeteners in a bid to prise a prolific frontman away from north London.

Man Utd aren't planning swap proposal for Kane (Express Sport)

Red Devils won't offer players for Spurs star

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has spoken to Antoine Griezmann about a potential move to the Premier League, reports <a href="https://www.footmercato.net/a2478926423686147336-manchester-city-a-contacte-antoine-griezmann">FootMercato</a>. Barcelona are open to selling Griezmann as the club looks to balance their budget amid major debt issues, but there are few clubs in the world that could afford the French attacker. Manchester City's primary target this summer is Harry Kane but, if Tottenham are unwilling to lower their price, Griezmann could become their newest attacking option.

Manchester City make contact with Griezmann (FootMercato)

Pep Guardiola has spoken directly with the attacker in recent weeks

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Two more years of Adam Smith ❤️🖤<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afcb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afcb</a> 🍒 — AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/1413815346826563585?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Smith signs Bournemouth extension

AC Milan are trying to sign&nbsp;Giuseppe Pezzella from Parma, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/milan-idea-pezzella-primo-contatto-con-l-agente-le-ultime-85350" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. The Rossoneri have already made contact with the player's agents to discuss a move.

AC Milan move for Pezzella

Kristoffer Ajer looks set to stay at Celtic this summer as no team is willing to meet their £20 million asking price,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tv2.no/sport/14111118/" target="_blank">TV2</a>&nbsp;reports. Brentford have made two bids for him, going as high as £12m with their latest one, while Norwich and Bayer Leverkusen are interested. But Celtic will not lower their price and the three teams have given up for the time being.

Brentford and Norwich back out of race to sign Celtic star Ajer 

Liverpool would be the "best fit" for Kylian Mbappe if he were to move to the Premier League, says Emmanuel Petit. But the Paris Saint-Germain star has been told that his ambition can be matched in France. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/mbappe-told-liverpool-are-best-fit-in-premier-league-but/b0xnzepn4i1b1rvjsb9ndq06r" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'Liverpool are best fit for Mbappe'

Liverpool are not looking to send Harvey Elliott out on loan in 2021-22. The <a href="https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/liverpools-plan-harvey-elliott-next-21016072" target="_blank">Liverpool Echo</a> reports that the highly-rated youngster, who spent time with Blackburn last season, will form part of Jurgen Klopp's senior squad.

Elliott set for Liverpool stay

Ryan Bertrand has, according to <a href="https://www.90min.com/posts/leicester-transfer-news-ryan-bertrand-signs-free-southampton" target="_blank">90min</a>, signed a contract with Leicester. The England international left-back had been linked with Arsenal, but he is linking up with the Foxes as a free agent after severing ties with Southampton.

Bertrand signs Leicester deal

Tottenham have told Serge Aurier, Moussa Sissoko and Erik Lamela that they can find new clubs, reports <a href="https://theathletic.com/2695473/2021/07/08/tottenham-mailbag-harry-kanes-future-centre-back-targets-and-nunos-tactics/" target="_blank">The Athletic</a>. Nuno is looking to put his stamp on the Spurs squad and is prepared to move a number of senior stars on.

Spurs prepared to part with senior trio

Manchester United are not opening themselves up to offers for Donny van de Beek, claims <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1413551476325093378" target="_blank">Fabrizio Romano</a>. The Dutch midfielder has struggled for game time with the Red Devils, but still has a part to play in their future plans.

Man Utd have no plans to part with Van de Beek

Monchu is on the verge of joining Granada from Barcelona. <a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/monchu-fichara-granada-11900783" target="_blank">Sport</a>&nbsp;reports the 21-year-old midfielder will undergo a medical on Monday to complete the move.

Monchu leaves Barcelona

Inter have confirmed the signing of&nbsp;Francesco Nunziatini from Livorno. The 18-year-old midfielder will join the club's Under 19s after making the switch to San Siro.

Inter sign Nunziatini

Feyenoord left-back Tyrell Malacia is close to joining Club Brugge, says&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hln.be/belgisch-voetbal/club-aast-op-malacia-feyenoord-maar-linksachter-moet-elf-miljoen-euro-kosten~a340f46b/" target="_blank">Het Laatste Nieuws</a>. The Belgian side have reached a personal agreement with Malacia, but the Rotterdam club are demanding €11 million for the 21-year-old.

Malacia close to Club Brugge move

Tottenham are holding out for £5 million for&nbsp;Cameron Carter-Vickers, says&nbsp;<a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-tottenham-confident-of-agreeing-carter-vickers-sale-to-newcastle-or-celtic-after-upping-asking-price/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. Celtic and Necastle are interested in signing the 23-year-old.

Tottenham want £5m for Celtic and Newcastle target

Napoli are eager to push through a deal with Chelsea for Emerson Palmieri, reports <a href="https://www.corrieredellosport.it/news/calcio/euro-2020/calciomercato/2021/07/10-83477380/napoli_operazione_fascia_sinistra_obiettivo_emerson_palmieri" target="_blank">Corriere dello Sport</a>. The Serie A outfit are happy to commit to an inital loan agreement that includes an obligation to buy in 2022.

Napoli eager to do Emerson deal

Emile Smith Rowe will snub interest from Aston Villa and sign a new contract at Arsenal, reports the <a href="https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/aston-villa-arsenal-smith-rowe-21014689" target="_blank">Birmingham Mail.</a> The promising playmaker is set to agree a five-year deal with the Gunners, bringing summer transfer talk to a close.

Smith Rowe to sign new Arsenal contract

Thomas Tuchel wants Chelsea to make an immediate move for Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland, reports <a href="https://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/fussball/borussia-dortmund-erling-haaland-fuer-175-mio-euro-zu-chelsea-77031168.bild.html" target="_blank">Bild</a>. The German tactician wants business to be done early this summer and is not prepared to be dragged into a protracted chase for another goalscorer.

Tuchel wants Haaland deal rushed through

Zinedine Zidane will, according to <a href="https://www.espn.co.uk/football/france-fra/story/4429836/" target="_blank">ESPN</a>, snub any offers to return to coaching at club level. The former Real Madrid boss is prepared to wait for the France job to open up, with Didier Deschamps filling that role at present.

Zidane waiting on France job

Arsenal are poised to sign midfielder&nbsp;Albert Lokonga&nbsp;from Anderlecht, having recently&nbsp;agreed&nbsp;a deal with Benfica for left-back&nbsp;Nuno Tavares. The 21-year-old Belgian is set to&nbsp;undergo a medical before completing his move to Emirates&nbsp;Stadium, after&nbsp;Arsenal agreed a deal in principle worth up to £18 million ($25m). <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/who-is-albert-lokonga-everything-you-need-to-know-about-arsenals-/vid143pe6m4c174xcad571kyb" target="_blank">Who is he? Find out here.</a>

Who is Albert Lokonga? Arsenal's £18m transfer target

Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed the signing of Russia goalkeeper Andrey Lunev on a two-year contract. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🚨 TRANSFER NEWS 🚨 Goalkeeper Andrey Lunev has joined Bayer 04 on a two-year deal! <a href="https://t.co/Bc8xiCUzeG">pic.twitter.com/Bc8xiCUzeG</a> — Bayer 04 Leverkusen (@bayer04_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/bayer04_en/status/1413769962926321665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Leverkusen sign Lunev

Inter Milan have beaten Manchester City to the signing of Irish teenager&nbsp;Kevin Zefi, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/sources-man-city-blow-as-inter-milan-agree-to-sign-wonderkid-zeffi/" target="_blank">Football Insider.</a> The 16-year-old Shamrock Rovers winger has agreed a three-year deal with the Serie A giants. Manchester United and PSV Eindhoven have previously been linked with a move for the talented youngster.

Man City miss out on Irish starlet to Inter

New Everton boss Rafael Benitez has asked the club's board to pursue a deal for Barcelona's&nbsp;Clement Lenglet, reports <a href="https://www.fichajes.net/noticias/rafa-benitez-le-pide-everton-fichaje-clement-lenglet-20210707.html" target="_blank">Fichajes.</a> Benitez is keen to add a left-sided defender to his ranks and has turned his attention to the France international. The Toffees hope Barca's current financial situation&nbsp;means they will be willing to sell the 26-year-old, with a fee of around €20 million (£17m/$24m) mooted.&nbsp;

Toffees eye Lenglet move

AC Milan's deal to sign Olivier Giroud from Chelsea is imminent, according to <a href="https://www.leparisien.fr/sports/football/mercato-olivier-giroud-va-rejoindre-lac-milan-09-07-2021-GY2G5HFMRJE63H44LTFDLA4UBM.php" target="_blank">Le Parisien.</a> The France international has agreed a two-year deal with the Serie A side and could undergo a medical on Monday. Milan will pay around €2 million (£1.7m/$2.3m) for the 34-year-old, which equates to the final year of his Stamford Bridge contract.&nbsp;

Giroud deal 'imminent'

Franck Ribery says he felt disrespected by Fiorentina following his departure from the club earlier this summer. Ribery left after the expiry of his two-year contract but was happy to stay for at least another season.&nbsp;However,&nbsp;no talks ever took place. He told <a href="https://www.toscanatv.it/" target="_blank">Toscana TV:</a>&nbsp;"It was tough. In two years I gave my all because this is my mentality. "It was complicated because for three or four weeks I didn't know anything. Nobody called me and that means I missed a little bit of respect, but I have never wanted to speak ill of anyone, much less of the club. It is a shame not to have continued, but this is life and this is football ".

Ribery reveals Fiorentina regret

Arsenal have signed Portugal U21 full-back&nbsp;Nuno Tavares from Benfica for £7m. The 23-year-old, a graduate of Benfica's youth system, has signed a long-term deal to become&nbsp;the Gunners' first signing of the summer. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/arsenal-complete-7m-signing-of-nuno-tavares-from-benfica/nd199mx6qae51h0wqyv8aizef" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arsenal complete Tavares deal

Barcelona have agreed a deal to sell Carles Alena to Getafe as they continue their desperate cost-cutting exercise in order to ensure they can sign Lionel Messi up to a new contract. La Liga salary cap regulations mean Barca are currently unable to register any of their new signings or agree a new deal with Messi,&nbsp;whose previous contract expired at the end of last month. As a result the club are desperately looking to move players on to both raise funds and reduce the wage bill, with Alena the latest player out of the door. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/alena-sold-to-getafe-as-barcelona-continue-messi-fundraising/m6hczbr0mhk819k55y1omubid" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Alena sold as Barca continue Messi fundraising mission

Sampdoria are eyeing a shock move for Celtic midfielder Ryan Christie, according to the <a href="https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/football-transfer-news/ryan-christie-wanted-sampdoria-celtic-24502557" target="_blank">Daily Record.</a> The Scotland international is out of contract in January so is able to sign a pre-contract agreement now. Alternatively, Celtic may look to move Christie on this summer so they can receive a fee, with the club of the belief that he is unlikely to sign a new deal with the Glasgow giants.

Sampdoria eye Christie

Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/JulienMaynard/status/1413514107236483075" target="_blank">Telefoot.</a> The Frenchman has already turned down interest from Wolves but Everton, Tottenham and Roma all remain interested in the 26-year-old. Zouma spent the 2018-19 season on loan at the Toffees, making 36 appearances in all competitions.

Zouma set to leave Blues

Arsenal remain keen on Ajax's&nbsp;Andre Onana but fear the goalkeeper prefers a move to Lyon, reports <a href="https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/players/arsenal-transfer-mikel-arteta-target-21018897" target="_blank">Football.London.</a> The Gunners want to bring in a new keeper this summer and have made Onana their number one target. However, Lyon are also in the race and unlike Arsenal can&nbsp;offer European football. Mikel Arteta also cannot gurarantee the Cameroon international regular football ahead of current number one&nbsp;Bernd Leno.

Arsenal face fight for Onana

Tottenham are set to rival Real Madrid in the race to sign Sevilla defender&nbsp;Jules Kounde, accroding to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/real-madrid/madrid-face-a-tough-competitor-in-the-fight-for-kounde-11897157" target="_blank">Sport.</a> Los Blancos are keen to bolster their defence following the departure&nbsp;of Sergio Ramos and expected exit of&nbsp;Raphael Varane. However, Real fear&nbsp;they will be outbid by Tottenham&nbsp;who are willing to pay as much as €60 million (£51m/$71m) for the 22-year-old, a figure currently out of Madrid's reach.

Spurs and Real to battle for Kounde

Flamengo have confirmed the departure of boss&nbsp;Rogerio Ceni after just eight months in charge. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> O Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informa que não continuará com Rogério Ceni à frente do time principal. O Clube agradece pelos serviços prestados e deseja sucesso nos próximos desafios. No jogo contra a Chapecoense, a equipe será comandada por Maurício Souza. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CRF?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CRF</a> — Flamengo (@Flamengo) <a href="https://twitter.com/Flamengo/status/1413736323886850050?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 10, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Ceni leaves Flamengo

Karim Benzema will be staying at Real Madrid even if they land Kylian Mbappe this summer, reports <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2021/07/09/60e8577d268e3eaf148b463b.html" target="_blank">Marca.</a> Los Blancos are keen to bolster their frontline this summer, with a move for the PSG and&nbsp;France superstar&nbsp;in their sights. That will have no impact on&nbsp;Benzema's future however, with the 32-year-old hoping to extend his contract for a further year through to 2023.

Benzema staying at Real

West Ham are in talks with Paris Saint-Germain over a loan deal for&nbsp;goalkeeper Alphonse Areola, reports the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-9773959/West-Ham-talks-Paris-Saint-Germain-sign-Alphonse-Areola-impressive-Fulham-spell.html" target="_blank">Mail.</a> PSG are willing to let Areola leave on loan again this summer following the signing of&nbsp;Gianluigi Donnarumma from AC Milan. Areola spent last season on loan at Fulham where he impressed despite their eventual relegation from the Premier League.

West Ham in Areola talks

Portuguese legend Rui Costa has been named president of Benfica, <a href="https://www.slbenfica.pt/pt-pt/agora/noticias/2021/07/09/clube-benfica-comunicado-rui-costa-assume-presidencia">the club announced</a>. Costa replaces&nbsp;Luis Filipe Vieira, who has stepped away since being&nbsp;detained as part of an investigation into alleged tax fraud and money laundering. The former midfielder had two stints with Benfica while also starring for Fiorentina and AC Milan during his illustrious playing career.

Rui Costa named Benfica president

MLS has not yet been paid Boavista's transfer fees owed to the Houston Dynamo and FC Dallas, reports <a href="https://theathletic.com/2698392/2021/07/09/mls-inter-miami-claure-boasvista-transfer-fees/">the Athletic</a>. Boavista owe the two Texas clubs money for the sales of Alberth Elis and Reggie Cannon, with the Portuguese club now facing a transfer ban for unpaid fees to a number of clubs. Both Elis and Cannon could move on this summer to help Boavista balance the books.

Dynamo and FC Dallas still waiting on transfer fee from Boavista

Albert Lokonga has emerged as a target for Arsenal, with the midfielder set to join from Anderlecht in the near future. Lokonga is set to&nbsp;undergo a medical before completing his move to Emirates&nbsp;Stadium, after&nbsp;Arsenal agreed a deal in principle worth up to £18 million ($25m). <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-us/news/who-is-albert-lokonga-everything-you-need-to-know-about-arsenals-/vid143pe6m4c174xcad571kyb">Read all about Arsenal's potential signing on Goal!</a>

Who is Albert Lokonga? Everything you need to know about Arsenal's £18m transfer target

Serie A side Venezia are the favorites to sign&nbsp;Sporting KC midfielder Gianluca Busio, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/tombogert/status/1413582642726019074">MLSSoccer.com</a> Busio is currently with the U.S. men's national team for the Gold Cup, where he is expected to earn his first cap. Venezia are one of several teams interested, with their current offer being a&nbsp;$7 million transfer that includes a sell-on percentage.

Venezia close in on Busio

Inter's pursuit of Hector Bellerin has made little progress, according to <a href="https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1413624282018717697">Fabrizio Romano</a>. Arsenal are eager to sell the defender, but are not willing to accept the loan-to-buy option proposed by Inter. And so the Italian club are turning to Atalanta's&nbsp;Hans Hateboer as a potential option to replaceAchraf&nbsp; Hakim, who recently joined PSG.

No progress in Inter's pursuit of Bellerin

AC Milan's interest in Hakim Ziyech and Tiemoue Bakayoko could help pave the way for Chelsea to sign Erling Haaland, reports <a href="https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-transfer-erling-haaland-112m-21017867?_ga=2.201463961.969229755.1625869147-1443665156.1625869147">Football.London</a>. The Italian side have already signed Olivier Giroud from the Blues, with the club also tracking&nbsp;the two Chelsea midfielders. Selling those two, along with Tammy Abraham, could help Chelsea build the funds needed to make a run at their top target this summer: Haaland.&nbsp;

Chelsea could sell Ziyech, Bakayoko and Abraham to fund Haaland move

Matheus Fernandes has signed with Palmeiras, the club announced. The move comes just days after Barcelona terminated Fernandes' contract with the club after just one season. <center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> ✍️🔙✅ Tem meio-campista retornando ao <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MaiorCampe%C3%A3oDoBrasil?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MaiorCampeãoDoBrasil</a> ➤ <a href="https://t.co/OUilMbBSgJ">https://t.co/OUilMbBSgJ</a> Bem-vindo de volta, Matheus Fernandes! 🐷<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AvantiPalestra?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AvantiPalestra</a> <a href="https://t.co/2AHRHMwNoR">pic.twitter.com/2AHRHMwNoR</a> — SE Palmeiras (@Palmeiras) <a href="https://twitter.com/Palmeiras/status/1413611634304634883?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Former Barca midfielder Fernandes signs with Palmeiras

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 📹 | I M HAKAN Many worlds, two colours ⚫🔵 Welcome, <a href="https://twitter.com/hakanc10?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hakanc10</a>!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IMHakan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IMHakan</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IMInter?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IMInter</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WelcomeHakan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WelcomeHakan</a><a href="https://t.co/mBTBDCP3F5">pic.twitter.com/mBTBDCP3F5</a> — Inter 🏆🇮🇹 (@Inter_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/Inter_en/status/1413604238056382472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2021</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Inter complete Calhanoglu deal

Billy Chadwick and Ahmed Salam have joined Northern Irish side Linfield on loan, <a href="https://www.hullcitytigers.com/news/2021/july/chadwick-and-salam-join-linfield-on-loan/">Hull City announced</a>. The two are both academy products and both made senior debuts this past season. The duo will now join Linfield, who win the league in Northern Ireland last season.

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