Latest transfer news and rumors: Al-Hilal plot huge Isak offer

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Top story: Al-Hilal monitoring in-demand Isak

Al-Hilal want to make a big statement in the summer transfer window. The Saudi Pro League club is considering tabling a massive offer for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak to strengthen an attack that already features Aleksandar Mitrovic and Marcos Leonardo.

The Saudi side appears undeterred after Newcastle United resisted Liverpool's interest in striking a big-money deal for the Swedish marksman. Al-Hilal believe a potential transfer could be facilitated by them sharing an owner with the Magpies in Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Other rumors

July 18

Zab grab: Tottenham Hotspur are prepared to pay €70 million for Bournemouth's Illya Zabarnyi. However, Paris Saint-Germain are still interested, and the defender would prefer to join them. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Hammer haggling: Jack Grealish would need to accept a pay cut from his £300,000 weekly salary at Manchester City to join West Ham United, who have registered their interest in the out-of-favor winger. (talkSPORT)

Ederson headed for exit: Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson's Manchester City career is at a crossroads as he enters the final year of his contract. Galatasaray are trying their luck with a €3-million bid. (L'Equipe)

Reyna rescue: Giovanni Reyna could resurrect his career with Parma after the Italian club submitted a €6-million offer for the Borussia Dortmund winger. Los Angeles FC aren't in talks for Reyna despite recent reports. (Fabrizio Romano)

Rasmus musing: AC Milan are exploring the possibility of signing Rasmus Hojlund from Manchester United. The Rossoneri are on the lookout for a striker after Tammy Abraham and Luka Jovic left. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Gibbs-White wants resolution: Morgan Gibbs-White is seeking clarity over his future before the weekend's over. Nottingham Forest have accused Tottenham of making an illegal approach for him. (The Mirror)

Sargent's major transfer: Wolfsburg are close to reaching an agreement with Norwich City over the signing of Josh Sargent. The American striker could cost £21 million and is keen on the move. (Sky Sports News)

Nearly, Neil: Roma are putting the final touches on the €25-million signing of Lens midfielder Neil El Aynaoui. Talks for Palmeiras' Colombian midfielder Richard Rios are ongoing (Gianluca Di Marzio)

July 17

Hijacking Hugo deal: Liverpool have quickly moved ahead of Newcastle United in the race for Hugo Ekitike's signature. The Reds' offered package exceeds €80 million and personal terms shouldn't be an issue. (The Athletic)

Magpies move on: Newcastle United are expected to step up their interest in Brentford's Yoane Wissa after missing out on Ekitike. Nottingham Forest and Tottenham are also interested in the Congolese international. (BBC Sport)

Donnarumma rumblings: Manchester City and Bayern Munich are eyeing Gianluigi Donnarumma. Paris Saint-Germain offered to renew his contract at a lower salary. The goalkeeper's terms expire in June 2026. (Nicolo Schira)

Rogers raid: Chelsea could submit an offer for Morgan Rogers if Aston Villa make an approach for Nicolas Jackson. Both clubs are performing financial gymnastics this summer. Rogers would cost at least £80 million. (The Sun)

Jadon is on: Juventus are progressing in their pursuit of Jadon Sancho after positive talks with Manchester United and the winger's agent. The potential sale of Nicolas Gonzalez makes Sancho's arrival likelier. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Continassa-bound Conceicao: Juventus will sign Francisco Conceicao on a permanent basis after agreeing to pay at least €30 million to FC Porto over four installments. He spent last season on loan at Juve. (Fabrizio Romano)

Jhon deal done: Wolves have reached an agreement to sign 27-year-old Colombian winger Jhon Arias from Club World Cup semifinalists Fluminense. The transfer will cost €22 million. (ESPN)

Fede the freebie: Federico Bernardeschi's free transfer to Bologna is imminent following his release from Toronto FC. He'll arrive in Italy on Friday to complete the move. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

July 16

Ademola looking elsewhere: Inter Milan are ready to submit a €40-million offer for Ademola Lookman. Atalanta would prefer at least €50 million. Lookman is keen on the move. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Jumping Jack: Chelsea aren't actively looking to sell Nicolas Jackson, but the striker is considering a move away following the arrivals of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro. Manchester United are tracking the situation. (The Times)

Weah on his way: Marseille are in advanced talks to sign Timothy Weah from Juventus. The American is likely to join the Ligue 1 club on loan with an obligation to buy. The eventual fee is yet to be determined. (Fabrizio Romano)

Spurs spar with Inter: Tottenham Hotspur are competing with Inter Milan for the signature of Belgian center-back Koni De Winter. Genoa could accept just £22 million for the 23-year-old. (The i)

Capital clubs clash: Brentford and West Ham United have both inquired about Sassuolo's Andrea Pinamonti. The striker, who spent last season on loan at Genoa, has also drawn interest from Bundesliga clubs. (Evening Standard)

Geordie Sean: Sean Longstaff is ending his long association with boyhood club Newcastle to join Leeds United this summer. They've reached an agreement in principle over a transfer worth an initial £12 million. (The Athletic)

Granit foundation: Granit Xhaka could move despite having three years left on his Bayer Leverkusen contract. Sunderland are interested in signing the 32-year-old to bolster their midfield. He could cost €20 million. (Bild)

Bees buzz around Omari: Brentford are expected to make another attempt to sign Omari Hutchinson after Ipswich Town rejected their £35-million offer for the 21-year-old winger. (Fabrizio Romano)

July 15

Reds remain aggressive: Newcastle United are braced for a £130-million bid from Liverpool for Alexander Isak. The Magpies are keen to tie Isak down to a contract that makes him the best-paid player in the club's history. (The Times)

Liverpool firm on Diaz: Liverpool rejected Bayern Munich's opening offer of €67.5 million for winger Luis Diaz and reiterated that the Colombian isn't for sale. They believe he's worth more than €100 million. (The Guardian)

Gyok in a hard place: Viktor Gyokeres' move to Arsenal could collapse. The Gunners offered €63 million plus €10 million in add-ons, but Sporting CP are holding up talks because they want easily achievable bonuses. (Record)

Not so Eze: Mikel Arteta's wish to make Eberechi Eze the "final piece" in Arsenal's jigsaw could be scuppered by Bayern Munich, who would like to reunite the Crystal Palace playmaker with Michael Olise. (The Sun)

Carrington outcasts: Manchester United's "bomb squad" of Marcus Rashford, Antony, Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, and Tyrell Malacia can't use the training ground until the squad has left for the day. (BBC Sport)

Courtin' Corentin: Lyon are desperate to keep Corentin Tolisso, but their precarious financial situation could force his sale. Manchester United have contacted the midfielder's representatives. (L'Equipe)

Locking down Lucca: Napoli are in advanced talks to sign Udinese's Lorenzo Lucca. The striker, who could cost up to €35 million, wants to join the Italian champions. (Fabrizio Romano)

July 14

Arsenal add Mosquera: Arsenal have a verbal agreement in place with Valencia to sign Cristhian Mosquera. The deal will be worth €15 million plus add-ons. The Spanish center-back will undergo his medical tests and join the Gunners this week. (Fabrizio Romano)

Garnacho rejects Al-Nassr: Alejandro Garnacho has turned down a lucrative offer to link up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Saudi club Al-Nassr. The Manchester United winger wants to remain in Europe. (The Telegraph)

Scouting Scalvini: Manchester United are considering a move for Italian defender Giorgio Scalvini. Several other Premier League sides are interested in the 21-year-old, who's valued at €55 million by Atalanta. (The Sun)

Mateta on Merseyside: With Darwin Nunez still expected to leave the club this summer, Liverpool are considering a move for Crystal Palace's Jean-Philippe Mateta. The Premier League champions would have to pay around £50 million for the striker. (Foot Mercato)

Xhaka's future uncertain: Saudi Pro League outfit Neom SC are pushing to sign Granit Xhaka, but no agreement has been reached as of yet with Bayer Leverkusen. For now, Xhaka will join his teammates for preseason training in Brazil while negotiations continue. (Sky Sport Germany)

Wolves signing CWC standout: Wolves have struck a deal with Fluminense to acquire Jhon Arias for around €20 million. The Colombian winger has accepted the move, and travel arrangements are being made. (The Telegraph

July 13

Chelsea eye Donnarumma: Chelsea are considering a move for Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. The 26-year-old netminder's contract with PSG expires next summer, opening the door for a potential departure. (L'Equipe)

Sporting peeved: Sporting CP considered taking disciplinary action against Viktor Gyokeres. The Swede, trying to push through a transfer to Arsenal, missed a deadline to report for preseason training. The two clubs have since reportedly come to terms over a €73.5-million deal. (The Guardian)

Napoli's new defender: Serie A champions Napoli have reached an agreement with Bologna to sign center-back Sam Beukema for an initial €31 million. The move will be completed in the coming days. (Fabrizio Romano)

Barca making progress: Barcelona continue to work on deals for both Luis Diaz and Marcus Rashford. The Blaugrana won't rush to sign either player, but they're keen to add depth to their forward line. (Marca)

Atleti eye Almada: Atletico Madrid have made contact about a possible move for Thiago Almada. Benfica are also interested in the Argentine playmaker, who spent last season at Lyon on loan from sister club Botafogo. (Fabrizio Romano)

Pay up for Watkins: Newcastle have been informed that they'll need to pay £100 million to sign striker Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa. Half of that would come from the transfer fee, and half from wages. (Football Insider)

Welcome back, PEA: Negotiations are underway for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to return to Marseille. The veteran forward will be available as a free agent once his contract with Al-Qadsiah is terminated. (Fabrizio Romano)

Roma coming up short: Roma are trying to sign midfielder Richard Rios from Palmeiras and right-back Wesley Franca of Flamengo, but are €5 million shy of the valuations for both players. (Corriere dello Sport)

July 12

Al-Nassr eye Pulisic: Al-Nassr have identified AC Milan's Christian Pulisic as someone who could strengthen an attack that already features Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane. The Saudi side could use Aymeric Laporte as a makeweight in a potential deal. (Rudy Galetti)

Sancho a-go: Juventus are still in talks with Manchester United over signing Jadon Sancho. The Turin club's latest offer is €10 million plus add-ons. The Englishman's Red Devils contract expires in June 2026. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

'Keeper quandary: Manchester United could sign a new goalkeeper after Andre Onana suffered a hamstring injury. United have been linked with Emiliano Martinez and Senne Lammens in the past. (The Telegraph)

Konate's contract: Ibrahima Konate rejected Liverpool's offer to extend his deal until 2030. The club risks losing the defender to a free transfer when his contract expires next summer. (Nicolo Schira)

Miss Jackson: AC Milan's pursuit of Nicolas Jackson could fail before it barely began after Chelsea slapped a £100-million price tag on the Senegalese striker. (Daily Mail)

Cherries drop £25M: Djordje Petrovic is set for a medical with Bournemouth next week ahead of signing a five-year contract on the south coast. The goalkeeper's transfer from Chelsea will cost £25 million. (The Athletic)

Milan move on from Brown: Archie Brown decided to join Fenerbahce instead of AC Milan, so the Rossoneri are now ready to submit an offer for Strasbourg full-back Guela Doue. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

McAtee's fee: Nottingham Forest may need to rebuild after Anthony Elanga's exit and Morgan Gibbs-White's possible sale. Manchester City playmaker James McAtee, who's valued at £40 million, is a potential signing. (Daily Mail)

July 11

Legal spat: Nottingham Forest are consulting lawyers after Tottenham allegedly talked to Gibbs-White without permission and potentially broke a confidentiality issue related to his £60-million release clause. (BBC Sport)

Madueke's medical: Chelsea allowed Noni Madueke to leave their U.S. camp Friday to travel for a medical with Arsenal. The transfer will cost £52 million and Madueke will sign a five-year contract with the Gunners. (The Athletic)

Gala grinding: Galatasaray are working hard to try to sign Victor Osimhen on a permanent basis. The Turkish club has offered Napoli guarantees of a transfer fee worth €70 million paid in instalments. (Fabrizio Romano)

Asensio traveling to Turkey: Fenerbahce have reached an agreement to sign Paris Saint-Germain's Marco Asensio, who spent some of last season on loan at Aston Villa. He's set for a medical in Istanbul. (Yagiz Sabuncuoglu)

Contract for 'Cuti': Atletico Madrid believe Tottenham Hotspur will try to encourage Cristian Romero to sign a new deal in north London after the Spanish club ended its pursuit of the defender. (The Athletic)

Bayern knocked back: Bayern Munich's opening offer of €40 million plus €5 million in add-ons for Nick Woltemade was rejected by Stuttgart. He scored 12 goals and assisted twice in 28 Bundesliga appearances last season. (Bild)

Hendo's new home: Jordan Henderson will join Brentford on a free transfer following the mutual termination of his Ajax contract. He's set to sign a two-year deal with the Bees. (BBC Sport)