The summer transfer window is open, and the rumor mill is in overdrive. Check in daily for all the latest transfer buzz until the window closes on Sept. 1.
👉 Biggest summer signings so far
Liverpool eye alternatives
After Brighton & Hove Albion rejected a second bid for winger Yankuba Minteh, Liverpool are looking around for other options to bolster their attack.
The Reds have asked Real Madrid about the availability of Brazilian forward Endrick. PSG duo Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye also remain on Liverpool's radar. (The Times)
Aug. 22
Alvarez rejects Arsenal: Atletico Madrid and Arsenal came to terms on a deal for Julian Alvarez, but the Argentine forward turned down the move because he only wants to join Barcelona. (Mundo Deportivo)
Osimhen's demands: Arsenal remain keen on a deal for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, but the Nigerian star will need to lower his wage demands for any deal to materialize. (Foot Mercato)
Villa get Goretzka: Aston Villa have a verbal agreement in place to sign free agent Leon Goretzka after the German midfielder spoke directly with manager Unai Emery. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 21
Turkish delight: Arsenal are considering a move for Juventus forward Kenan Yildiz, but the Bianconeri don't want to sell their 21-year-old Turkish star this summer. (The Independent)
Barca's backup option: With their pursuit of Julian Alvarez continuing to cause frustration, Barcelona could turn to his compatriot Lautaro Martinez in their ongoing search for another attacker. However, Inter Milan have no intention of letting their captain leave. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
RDZ wants JPM: Tottenham are eyeing a deal for Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta before the transfer window closes. Roberto De Zerbi wants to continue bolstering his attacking ranks this summer. (Football Insider)
Liverpool bid rebuffed: Liverpool made a £50-million offer this week to sign winger Yankuba Minteh, but Brighton turned it down. The 22-year-old is currently recovering from right leg surgery, and is expected to miss the next eight weeks. (The Athletic)
Aug. 20
Wharton won't leave: In their search for midfield reinforcements following Rodri's move to Barcelona, Manchester City asked Crystal Palace about the possibility of signing Adam Wharton. However, the Eagles quickly informed them that the 22-year-old Englishman isn't available. (The Athletic)
Kone on the radar: Manchester City have identified Roma's Manu Kone as a possible midfield option this summer. The French international was also linked with Manchester United in recent months. (Daily Mail)
Barca backing down: Barcelona, frustrated by the protracted saga surrounding prime target Julian Alvarez, have put their pursuit of the Atletico Madrid forward on hold and will explore other attacking options. (ESPN)
Como keep adding: Ambitious Serie A side Como are preparing an improved bid for Fiorentina striker Moise Kean. Cesc Fabregas' team already had an offer worth €30 million rejected for the Italian international. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 19
Liverpool's double deal: Liverpool want to sign both Bradley Barcola and Ibrahim Mbaye from Paris Saint-Germain this summer. The Reds would likely need to pay a combined fee worth around £155 million to land the two wingers. (TEAMtalk)
Kane open to SPL: Harry Kane's representatives have held talks with Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal about a potential move in the future. The England captain, 33, is in the final year of his Bayern Munich contract. (talkSPORT)
Milan keep spending: Despite missing out on the Champions League, AC Milan continue to retool with splashy signings this summer. Their deal for Belgian international Diego Moreira, signed from Strasbourg, could end up costing €66 million in total. (Fabrizio Romano)
Darwin to Diriyah: Uruguayan striker Darwin Nunez will join Al-Diriyah on loan from Al-Hilal after the two Saudi sides reached a verbal agreement. The deal doesn't include a purchase option. (Fabrizio Romano)
Aug. 18
Gala going big: Galatasaray have offered Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes a contract worth £18.3 million per season, which would double his wages. The Red Devils are reluctant to sell, but the Turkish club is pushing hard to convince the Portuguese midfielder to make the move. (The Telegraph)
Al-Hilal eye Watkins: Aston Villa have rejected a formal bid from Al-Hilal for Ollie Watkins. The Saudi club offered a package worth €45 million for the English striker, and will return with another bid. (The Athletic)
Newcastle want Nico: Newcastle are in talks with Manchester City over a deal for central midfielder Nico Gonzalez. Discussions are not yet at an advanced staged, and the dialogue between the clubs is currently considered to be "exploratory" right now. (The Athletic)
Aug. 17
Rodri's replacement: With Rodri now at Barcelona, Manchester City are in advanced talks with Lille to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi as the World Cup winner's replacement. Lille value the 18-year-old midfielder at €100 million, and the Premier League club wants to complete the deal this week. (BBC Sport)
Arsenal eyeing Osimhen: Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has refused to rule out a potential departure this summer, which has alerted Arsenal. The prolific Nigerian could cost over €70 million. (Caught Offside)
Saudi spending power: Manchester City would like to sign Pedro Neto from Chelsea, but the Premier League club now faces direct competition from Al-Hilal for the Portuguese winger. (talkSPORT)
Newcastle's new striker: Newcastle are preparing a €55-million bid for Georges Mikautadze. The Villarreal forward and Georgia international is also being tracked by Barcelona this summer. (Fichajes)
Aug. 16
Barca back down: Barcelona were considering a move for Sporting CP striker Luis Suarez, but the Catalan club doesn't want to activate the Colombian's €80-million release clause. The Portuguese outfit won't offer any discounts. (Fabrizio Romano)
Gakpo wants to go: Cody Gakpo has informed Liverpool of his desire to leave Anfield and join Tottenham this summer. Gakpo and his camp already have an agreement in place with Spurs over personal terms. (TEAMtalk)
Chelsea big demand: Chelsea want £60 million to sell backup striker Nicolas Jackson this summer. Aston Villa, Tottenham, and Atletico Madrid are all monitoring the situation. (RMC Sport)
Martinelli not convinced: Galatasaray submitted a €45-million offer to sign Gabriel Martinelli from Arsenal, but the Brazilian international isn't open to the move at this moment. (Florian Plettenberg)
PSG balk at agent demands: Paris Saint-Germain were all set to sign Zion Suzuki and were in the process of exchanging documents with Parma, but a last-minute commission demand from the goalkeeper's agents caused the Champions League holders to call off the deal. (Fabrice Hawkins)
