Spurs agree shock £5m deal to sign Japan star Kota Takai

Per Alasdair Gold of Football.London, Spurs have agreed a £5m deal to sign Kota Takei from Kawasaki, with the defender set to play in Thomas Frank's first team next season. The 20-year-old was identified by technical director Johan Lange, and is seen as having the potential to grow in the first-team like Lucas Bergvall, Pape Matar Sarr, and Destiny Udogie.

'Serious progress' made in Sancho talks as Man Utd exit looms

Jadon Sancho could be on his way out of Manchester United this summer as transfer talks progress with Fenerbahce.

Turkish journalist Murat Zorlu has provided an update on Sancho's future, claiming that talks with Turkish Super Lig giants are progressing. He said, "As far as I know, there has been serious progress with Jadon Sancho. He’s the one that’s moving forward right now."

Man Utd raise Mbeumo offer in bid to gazump Spurs

Per talkSPORT, Manchester United have raised their bid for Bryan Mbeumo to a package worth in excess of £60 million ($81m), and talks are continuing this week as the club aim to add to the signing of Matheus Cunha. Tottenham also made a bid for Mbeumo, but the player would prefer a move to Old Trafford, according to the report.

Fresh twist in Pogba transfer saga as France star offers update

Former Manchester United midfield star Paul Pogba has opened up on his future amid talks that he would sign for Ligue 1 giants AS Monaco.

Speaking to Sergio Aguero's podcast, La Casa del Kun, Pogba said: "I haven't signed anything, but there's interest. We'll see. In life, you never know."

Mourinho tipped for Premier League return

Jose Mourinho is currently halfway through his two-year contract at Fenerbahce, and last month he said he expects to stay with the Turkish giants next season. Last October, the Portuguese did say he was "ready" to head back to the English top-flight but only to manage a club "at the bottom". But ex-France international William Gallas believes the former Real Madrid boss will only be back on English shores if a post at a title contender becomes available.

Man Utd keen on signing Nkunku while Chelsea want Garnacho

Christopher Nkunku and Alejandro Garnacho could swap clubs this summer as Manchester United are keen on signing the French forward while the Blues have their eyes on the Argentine, according to The Telegraph.

The transfers are likely to be completely independently, however, the two Premier League giants are yet to hold formal talks.

Arsenal sent transfer warning amid Sesko and Gyokeres links

Former Arsenal defender William Gallas believes his old side could slip down the Premier League table if they don't sign a striker this summer.

The former defender told Prime Casino: “I could see Arsenal slipping down the table if they don’t sign a striker this summer. If you look at the statistics, you could say that last season was worse than the season before. Maybe the squad is slowly dropping off, maybe opponents are working out how to play against Arsenal, that will make things even more difficult.”

Santos chief offers update on Neymar's future

Santos president Marcelo Teixeira claimed that he is hopeful that Neymar will extend his stay at the club beyond this summer.

Teixeira told Radio Bandeirantes: "We are talking to Neymar’s team. It is a step forward, we are making a lot of progress in the new negotiations and we are very close to a new agreement to allow Neymar to stay for a new period. We hope it happens as quickly as possible. It can't be rushed. It's not a case of, if Neymar doesn't renew, he won't play tomorrow or Sunday. That's not the case. We have no need for Neymar to play now or for the team to return to action. That's my impression. I'm very hopeful for a favourable outcome."

Liverpool's Nathaniel Phillips joins West Brom

Liverpool's Nathaniel Phillips has completed a permanent transfer to Championship side West Brom, the Reds confirmed on Monday.

The official statement read: "Liverpool FC can confirm defender Nathaniel Phillips has completed a permanent transfer to West Bromwich Albion. The 28-year-old finalised his move to the Championship side on Monday to bring an end to his nine-year stay with the Reds."

Man Utd make contact with £52m Chelsea flop Nkunku

Christopher Nkunku fell out of favour under Enzo Maresca in the 2024-25 campaign, having clocked just 910 minutes on the pitch in the Premier League. While he appeared in 33 league matches, the Frenchman managed to start in only nine of them. The forward is now linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge and L'Équipe reports that Manchester United are keen on signing the player.

Wrexham's Mullin joins Wigan on loan

Star Wrexham forward Paul Mullin has left the club to join Wigan Athletic on loan for the 2025-26 campaign.

The Red Dragons' official statement read: "Wrexham AFC can confirm striker Paul Mullin has joined Wigan Athletic on loan until the end of the 2025/26 season, pending clearance. The striker will join up with the Latics for their Sky Bet League One campaign, having scored five goals in 32 games in all competitions last season on his return to action after back surgery."

Crystal Palace sign Argentine goalkeeper Benítez

Premier League side Crystal Palace have announced the signing of Argentine custodian Walter Benítez from PSV Eindhoven.

The club's official statement read: "Crystal Palace are delighted to announce that the club have agreed terms with Argentina international goalkeeper Walter Benítez, who will join the squad from 1st July. The 32-year-old will arrive at the club at the conclusion of his current contract with Dutch champions PSV Eindhoven."

Leeds confirm signing of Jaka Bijol

Newly promoted Premier League side Leeds United have confirmed the signing of Udinese defender Jaka Bijol for an undisclosed fee.

The official statement from the club read: "Leeds United are delighted to announce that Jaka Bijol has joined the club from Italian side Udinese for an undisclosed fee. The towering central defender has put pen to paper on a five-year deal, committing his future at Elland Road until 2030."

Ramsdale offered shock Southampton escape route

Per The Times, Aaron Ramsdale is likely to leave Southampton, potentially on a loan deal, after the club were relegated from the English top flight in the 2024-25 campaign. The goalkeeper reportedly has a £20 million ($27m) release clause in his current contract, which gets activated with the Saints' relegation.

The report adds that Galatasaray have shown interest in the English custodian while Premier League clubs like West Ham United and Leeds United are also keen on signing the 27-year-old.

Barcelona close in on 'Swedish Messi'

Barcelona have won the race to sign Roony Bardghji after a €2.5 million bid was accepted by Copenhagen for the Swedish starlet.

The 19-year-old right winger is set to leave Denmark for Spain, with FC Copenhagen accepting a €2.5 million (£2.11m/$2.86m) offer from Barca, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The young Danish starlet, whose contract expires in six months, had also received a matching offer from FC Porto but chose Barca as his preferred destination.

Man Utd warned against €80m signing after Cunha transfer

Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has warned his old club against signing an €80 million Arsenal-linked attacker.

He told Listofsweepstakescasinos.com: "Xavi Simons is a great player, but Man Utd would be stacking one area of the pitch with too many options. You have Bruno Fernandes in there, Matheus Cunha and maybe Bryan Mbeumo. Simons isn’t proven the way they are in the Premier League, so is he a player they need right now? Probably not."

Crystal Palace co-owner sells stake

Crystal Palace have confirmed that minority owner John Textor has signed an agreement to sell his stake to New York Jets owner Woody Johnson.

The deal is believed to be worth close to £190 million ($254.5m) and leaves "Woody" with a 43 per cent stake at the FA Cup winners.

A club statement reads: "Crystal Palace Football Club can confirm that Robert Wood Johnson, "Woody", an American businessman and co-owner of the New York Jets, has signed a legally binding contract to purchase Eagle Football’s holding in the Club. Whilst the completion is pending approval from the Premier League and Women’s Super League, we do not envisage any issues and look forward to welcoming Woody as a partner and director of the club. We would like to go on record to thank John Textor for his contribution over the past four years and wish him every success for the future."

Barcelona open to selling Fati to Monaco

Barcelona have softened their stance on Ansu Fati’s transfer status as the club seems to offload the forward quickly amid low interest from Monaco.

According to a report from Foot Mercato, Barcelona have reopened talks with Monaco over a potential loan move for Fati after initially holding out for a permanent transfer. The Catalan club, having received no formal proposals for the 22-year-old winger, are now open to a temporary arrangement with Monaco covering part of his wage.

Bruno Fernandes successor? Man Utd and PSG eye €25m star

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on Krasnodar captain Eduard Spertsyan but face competition in and outside the Premier League.

According to L'Eco di Bergamo, via Tutto Atalanta, United are monitoring the 25-year-old but Brentford, Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain, and Atalanta are also keeping tabs on him. The report adds, however, that Ajax have a 'concrete advantage' in signing him.

Juve and Man Utd in talks over Sancho-Vlahovic swap

Juventus and Manchester United are exploring a player exchange that could solve two major contract dilemmas including Dusan Vlahovic and Jadon Sancho.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus have resumed talks with the Red Devils over a potential swap deal involving Vlahovic and Sancho. United are open to parting ways with the England international, who has already spent two loan stints with Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea, while Juventus want to offload Vlahovic unless he signs a new contract. However, Sancho must accept a reduced salary to facilitate a move to Turin.