Latest transfer news and rumors: Arsenal closing in on Gyokeres

The transfer window is officially open throughout Europe, and the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in every day for all the latest buzz from across the soccer world.

Top story: Gyokeres is nearly a Gunner

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is pushing for the club to accelerate its negotiations to sign Viktor Gyokeres before his team begins preseason training. Talks between Arsenal and Sporting CP are now understood to be at an advanced stage, and the Swedish striker is ready to approve a proposed five-year contract.

RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko remains on Arsenal's radar as new sporting director Andrea Berta tries to address the team's oft-mentioned scarcity of options at No. 9. (The Athletic)

Other rumors

July 6

Unwanted Nkunku: Christopher Nkunku is available for just £35 million after costing Chelsea £52 million to sign from RB Leipzig two years ago. The forward is on Manchester United's list of summer targets. (The Mirror)

DCL intel: Dominic Calvert-Lewin could join Manchester United on a free transfer. The club is trying to offload numerous expensive attackers, making room for the bargain-bin acquisition of the former Everton frontman. (The Sun)

Hammering at the door: West Ham United snubbed Tottenham's proposal of around £50 million for Mohammed Kudus. Another bid is expected. Kudus is prioritizing Spurs and isn't negotiating with other clubs. (Fabrizio Romano)

Denzel bombshell: Manchester City believe Denzel Dumfries could offer depth at right-back following Kyle Walker's exit. The Dutch international has a €25-million release clause at Inter Milan. (Football Transfers)

Magpies' moves: Nottingham Forest's Anthony Elanga remains Newcastle United's top target to strengthen their right flank, but PSV Eindhoven's Johan Bakayoko is a firm - and likely cheaper - second choice. (Football Insider)

Juve's midfield maneuver: Juventus will turn to Tottenham's Yves Bissouma if they can't get deals for Newcastle's Sandro Tonali or Inter's Davide Frattesi over the line. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Theo tale: Theo Hernandez won't join AC Milan's preseason training camp Monday while the club and Al-Hilal continue to discuss the terms of his potential transfer. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

July 5

Ter Stegen intrigued by Inter: Barcelona want to offload Marc-Andre ter Stegen. The goalkeeper has drawn interest from Monaco, Galatasaray, and Inter Milan, with the latter being his likeliest destination. (Sport)

Noni natter: Arsenal have agreed to personal terms with Noni Madueke. The Chelsea winger has approved the move but the clubs are yet to discuss the terms of his transfer. (The Athletic)

Rodrygo going: Brazilian winger Rodrygo is increasingly likely to leave Real Madrid this summer. Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain will need to pay at least £70 million to sign him. (The Mirror)

Moving for Marcus: Barcelona will hold talks with Manchester United in the coming days over the possible signing of Marcus Rashford. The Spanish champions would prefer a loan deal with a purchase option. (Foot Mercato)

Hakan going home: Turkish international Hakan Calhanoglu is keen on a move to Galatasaray. The Super Lig champions and Inter Milan are discussing the potential transfer. (Fabrizio Romano)

Newcastle to spend big: Newcastle United want to sign Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini, who is valued at around £30million. Pricey moves for James Trafford and Anthony Elanga are also on the agenda. (The Times)

July 4

Garcia turning heads: Chelsea are interested in signing Real Madrid's Gonzalo Garcia. The Blues could spend €40 million on the 21-year-old and get rid of Nicolas Jackson to make space for him up front. (Sport)

Brentford won't budge: Brentford are refusing to lower their asking price for Bryan Mbeumo. The forward has made it clear he wants to join Manchester United, but the Bees want at least £63 million for him. (The Standard)

Barca back for Diaz: Nico Williams' surprising decision to shun Barcelona and sign a new long-term contract with Athletic Bilbao has forced the Catalan club to shift attention back to Liverpool's Luis Diaz. A new approach for the Colombian is imminent. (Fabrizio Romano)

Garnacho won't leave EPL: Manchester United and Alejandro Garnacho are in agreement that the Argentine will leave the club this summer, but he'd like to stay in England and join another Premier League club. (Fabrizio Romano)

July 3

Barca ponder Dumfries deal: Barcelona are mulling a move for Inter Milan wing-back Denzel Dumfries, who has a €25-million release clause in his contract that's valid until the middle of July. (Fabrizio Romano)

Man Utd move for Watkins: Manchester United have stepped up their interest in Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins. Tentative talks have taken place between the two clubs, with Villa asking for about £60 million. (Daily Mirror)

Mosquera wants Arsenal: Spanish defender Cristhian Mosquera, 21, has rejected a new contract offer from Valencia because he wants to seal a transfer to Arsenal this summer. (Las Provincias)

Gunners get Norgaard: Veteran midfielder Christian Norgaard, 31, is joining Arsenal. All the necessary paperwork has been exchanged between the clubs, with just a formal announcement missing. (Fabrizio Romano)

Vlahovic willing to ride pine: Dusan Vlahovic would rather sit out the upcoming season and leave Juve as a free agent in 2026 instead of accepting a move that he's not excited about this summer. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Inter scouting at CWC: With Hakan Calhanoglu's future unclear, Inter have asked for information about Palmeiras midfielder Richard Rios. Several European clubs are interested in the Colombian. (Matteo Moretto)

Boys are back in town: Bologna are close to bringing former Italian internationals Ciro Immobile and Federico Bernardeschi back to Serie A. Immobile will soon terminate his Besiktas deal, while Bernardeschi has already parted ways with Toronto FC. (Fabrizio Romano)

Saudis submit Retegui offer: Al-Qadsiah have tabled an official €40-million bid for Atalanta's Mateo Retegui, and have begun talks with the player's camp. Atalanta want a larger fee to let the striker go. (Fabrizio Romano)

Laporte ready to return: Aymeric Laporte could leave Al-Nassr and return to Europe. Athletic Bilbao have reached out to the 31-year-old defender to discuss personal terms. (El Correro)

Lyon name their price: The likes of Arsenal, Chelsea, and Liverpool have joined continental sides Bayern Munich and Napoli in the hunt for Malick Fofana. With a bidding war brewing, Lyon have set their initial asking price for the 20-year-old winger at £51.5 million. (Independent)

July 2

Bayern turn to Rashford: Bayern Munich's search for an additional forward has led them to Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford. Bayern were impressed with Rashford's form during his Aston Villa loan spell. (The Sun)

'Huge' Martinelli bid: An unnamed Saudi Arabian club is preparing a massive offer for Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli. The Gunners want to keep the 24-year-old Brazilian. (Nicolo Schira)

Juve ramp up Sancho talks: Juventus continue to inch toward a deal for Jadon Sancho after positive talks with the player's camp. Manchester United want £25 million for the English winger. (Corriere dello Sport)

Palace plan for future: Crystal Palace have agreed to sign Sporting CP defender Ousmane Diomande for £47 million. The move comes amid speculation that Marc Guehi will depart Selhurst Park this summer. (A Bola)

Battle for Balerdi: Both Newcastle and Juventus are exploring a move for Marseille center-back Leonardo Balerdi. The Argentine is Juve manager Igor Tudor's top target to bolster the backline. (Daily Mail)

Duran done in Saudi Arabia: Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran is flying to Turkey to complete a loan move from Al-Nassr to Fenerbahce. He scored eight goals in his loan season with the Saudi club. (The Athletic)

July 1

Fabian Ruiz generating interest: Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz is the subject of interest from both Manchester United and Saudi club Al-Nassr. The Spaniard's contract with PSG expires in 2027. (Foot Mercato)

Reduced price for Kudus: If they can't sign Eze, Tottenham will try to land Mohammed Kudus of West Ham. The Ghanaian has an £85-million release clause, but Spurs think they can negotiate for less. (The Telegraph)

Spurs want big bucks: Tottenham are demanding £70 million from Atletico Madrid for defender Cristian Romero. Spurs would prefer to keep the Argentine center-back, but that's won't deter Atleti. (The Times)

Vlahovic rejects Saudi club: Juventus want to offload Dusan Vlahovic this summer, but the Serbian striker won't be easy to move. He's rejected an offer from Al-Ahli that would've paid him €20 million per season. (Tuttomercato)

Napoli's new winger: Napoli are close to sealing a €30-million deal with PSV Eindhoven for exciting Dutch winger Noa Lang. Negotiations between the two teams are advanced. (Fabrizio Romano)

June 30

Arsenal in the mix for Ekitike: Arsenal have joined Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester United in the race for Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike. The German club is in no rush to sell its prized asset, though. (BILD)

Rashford's back ... for now: Marcus Rashford has officially returned to Manchester United after Aston Villa opted not to make his loan deal permanent. The Red Devils will now try to sell Rashford elsewhere for £40 million. (Fabrizio Romano)

Gyokeres unhappy with Sporting: Viktor Gyokeres is upset with the way Sporting CP have handled his potential transfer, and has informed club president Frederico Varandas that he won't return this summer. (Record)

Madrid's next young star: Real Madrid are eyeing a move for AZ Alkmaar teenager Kees Smit. The Dutch midfielder was named the top player at the recent U19 European Championship, which the Netherlands won. (AS)

Liverpool pushing for Guehi: Liverpool are trying to reduce Crystal Palace's asking price for center-back Marc Guehi, and are willing to offer Scottish teenager Ben Doak as part of the deal. (The Sun)

Time running out: Manchester United remain interested in striker Moise Kean, but they have until July 15 to exercise his €52-million release clause, otherwise they'll have to negotiate a fee with Fiorentina. (Corriere dello Sport)

Como keeping Paz: Real Madrid have decided to leave rising star Nico Paz at Como for another season. They can exercise a €9-million buyback option next summer to bring him back to the Spanish capital. (Fabrizio Romano)