Liverpool have agreed terms with Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, according to reports in France, but are still a considerable distance away from agreeing a fee for the French international. Barcola wants to join Liverpool, according to L’Equipe, but the European champions will demand £140m this summer as the Reds are now set to open talks with his club.
Liverpool may also face fresh competition from Arsenal after Vinicius Jr made it clear that he wants to remain at Real Madrid this summer, according to Sky Sports. The Gunners have been plotting an audacious move for the 26-year-old Brazil star while he has one year remaining on his contract, but Vinicius Jr wants to agree new terms at the Bernabeu.
Chelsea appear set to strike a surprise double deal for England veterans Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson as Xabi Alonso seeks to add experience to his squad, with the former taking a medical and the latter having agreed a two-year contract after officially leaving Brentford. Meanwhile Manchester United could be running out of time to meet Roma’s deadline to sign France international Manu Kone, according to reports in Italy.
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Roberto De Zerbi wants Lucas Bergvall to stay at Spurs
Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi has said he wants to keep Lucas Bergvall at the club amid interest from Nottingham Forest.
“I’m always being very clear with him and with you. I would like that he stays with us,” he said.
“I think he’s potentially a top top top player. But then I don’t want to convince anyone to stay.
“Tottenham is already, without me, a top club and we are not to convince anyone to stay. He can find the space if he stays with us.”
He also confirmed Bergvall has not explicitly told him he wants to leave.
Fulham after another Real Madrid starlet?
Fulham’s appointment of Alvaro Arbeloa seems to have created a bridge between Craven Cottage and the Santiago Bernabeu, with The Athletic reporting that the Whites are now keen on attacking midfielder Cesar Palacios.
It comes as Fulham make progress over a deal for striker Gonzalo Garcia, with a deal for Palacios, 21, also set to be a permanent one.
As the club often does with the sale of academy products, Madrid are expected to negotiate a deal for Palacios that contains rights and clauses over any future sales.
Fulham have also been linked with Real midfielder Franco Mastantuono.
Callum McGregor shuts down Saudi speculation
Callum McGregor reiterated that Celtic is “where I want to be” amid ongoing speculation linking the long-serving captain with a reunion with former boss Brendan Rodgers at Al Qadsiah in Saudi Arabia.
“Yes, absolutely,” he said. “Listen, this is a football club that’s been part of my whole life since I was eight, nine years old. It’s where I want to be. It’s where I want to play football.
“Ultimately, I want to keep driving everything that I possibly can to make sure this club is successful. Then eventually, the day that you do leave it, you want to leave it in a really good place.”
Coventry on verge of signing Carl Rushworth for club-record fee
Coventry City are on the verge of a club-record deal worth an initial £22.5m to sign Brighton goalkeeper Carl Rushworth on a permanent basis, according to The Telegraph.
Rushworth was integral to Coventry’s promotion push after signing on loan, keeping 17 clean sheets in 46 matches.
Signing him permanently was one of Frank Lampard’s priorities this summer and his acquisition is nearly complete.
Jordan Henderson leaves Brentford ahead of Chelsea move
Jordan Henderson has left Brentford by mutual consent ahead of an imminent move to Chelsea.
The 36-year-old joined the Bees from Ajax last summer and played 34 times in 2025/26.
Speaking to the club’s official website, Henderson said: “I leave Brentford with a lot of gratitude for the opportunity the club gave me, and for the support and care shown to me and my family from day one.
“Coming back to the Premier League was really important to me, and Brentford gave me that chance. I’ll always be thankful for that.
“I hope I was able to play my part in helping the team through an important period for the club. We achieved a lot together last season, and it’s something everyone involved should be proud of.
“Brentford is a special football club. It’s ambitious, progressive and full of good people. From the owners and leadership, to the coaching staff, the players and everyone behind the scenes, it’s been a privilege to be part of it.
“Most of all, I’d like to thank the supporters. Their backing never changed, and the connection they have with the club is clear to see. They care deeply about Brentford and they support the team in the right way every step of the journey.”
Palace hold talks with Takehiro Tomiyasu
Crystal Palace have held talks with former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu over a permanent move to the club, according to BBC Sport.
Tomiyasu has been training with Palace and was named as a substitute in the pre-season friendly against Lens on Tuesday.
The 27-year-old most recently played for Ajax and was at the World Cup with Japan, having been plagued by injuries over the past couple of seasons.
Jack Grealish misses Man City pre-season tour
Jack Grealish was not on the plane bound for Hong Kong for Manchester City’s pre-season tour, intensifying speculation that a permanent move away could be imminent.
Grealish was among the players who reported for pre-season training last week but will play no part in their tour of the Far East over next 11 days.
Forest tie down Ibrahim Sangare
Ibrahim Sangare has penned a contract extension at Nottingham Forest that will keep him at the club until 2029.
Upon signing a new deal, Sangare said: “I’m delighted to sign the new contract. It’s a good moment too for me to thank the fans. Last season wasn’t always easy, but they were always with us and I have always felt their support.
“It’s been three years here and it has become a family for me in that time. I feel good, I have learned a lot, and worked hard to get to this point. I’m really looking forward to working with the new coach (Oliver Glasner) and for the season to start.”
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Brentford in talks over Mamadou Sangare deal
Brentford are in advanced talks with Lens over a £41m move for Mali international midfielder Mamadou Sangare, according to French newspaper L’Equipe.
The Bees are set to lose Jordan Henderson to Chelsea on a free transfer, while Crystal Palace are also reportedly interested in the 24-year-old midfielder.
