Bryan Mbeumo intent on Manchester United move

Brentford are widely reported to have last night rejected a bid of £62.5m for Bryan Mbeumo from Manchester United. It’s the second offer that the London club have knocked back for their forward as they hold out for a bigger fee.

A blow, then, for Manchester United – though The Athletic report that Bryan Mbeumo has told both Brentford and Tottenham, another suitor, that he only desires a move to Manchester United if he is to be sold this summer.

Bryan Mbeumo is said to be closing in on a move to Old Trafford
Bryan Mbeumo is said to be closing in on a move to Old Trafford (Getty)

Jamie Braidwood30 June 2025 00:00

Arsenal agree fee for Christian Norgaard

Arsenal have agreed a fee of £10m plus add-ons to sign Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard.

Sky Sports News have revealed that the add-ons amount to around £5m if they are all met, taking the total value of the deal to a possible £15m.

Negotiations are ongoing for the 31-year-old but this transfer is expected to get over the line in the next couple of days.

(Action Images via Reuters)

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 23:00

Thomas Partey future at Arsenal all but confirmed

Thomas Partey’s contract at Arsenal has entered its final days, and according to Fabrizio Romano, there will be no last-gasp extension.

A deal for Brentford’s Norgaard, which is progressing, appears to be Arsenal’s solution to replace the midfielder.

Arsenal have confirmed they remain in discussions with Thomas Partey (Adam Davy/PA)
Arsenal have confirmed they remain in discussions with Thomas Partey (Adam Davy/PA) (PA Wire)

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 22:00

Chelsea and Newcastle have bids turned down for Brighton’s Joao Pedro

ICYMI: Chelsea and Newcastle are battling to sign Brighton’s Joao Pedro, with the Seagulls reportedly turning down two bids for the Brazil forward.

According to the BBC, Brighton want up to £60m for the 23-year-old and neither Chelsea or Newcastle, who are reportedly the clubs interested, have fallen short of that valuation.

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 21:30

Arsenal hopeful of completing deal for defender

Could a double deal be imminent at Arsenal? Christian Norgaard looks to be on the way and near-namesake Cristhian Mosquera could also be arriving, with The Guardian suggesting Arsenal are hopeful of signing the Valencia defender. Say your prayers….

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 21:00

ICYMI: Jamie Gittens to have Chelsea medical after £55m offer accepted

Jamie Gittens is set to have a medical at Chelsea after Borussia Dortmund accepted a £55m bid for the English winger.

The 20-year-old has agreed a seven-year contract and the clubs have no agreed terms after negotiations began before the Club World Cup.

Gittens, an England Under-21s international, moved to Dortmund in 2020 after coming through Manchester City’s academy.

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 20:30

Bournemouth set high price for Antoine Semenyo

Antoine Semenyo is another player linked with Newcastle in recent days, though Bournemouth have set a high price for the Ghanaian – The I Paper believe the club are commanding £70m for Semenyo, who also has admirers at Manchester United and Tottenham.

(Steven Paston/PA Wire)

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 20:00

Jhon Duran could move again just six months after Saudi deal

Former Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran could be set for another move, just six months after joining Al-Nassr for £65m.

The 21-year-old striker is rumoured to be close to signing for Fenerbahce.

(PA Wire)

Jamie Braidwood29 June 2025 19:30

Chelsea reach agreement for Joao Pedro

Chelsea have reached an agreement to sign Brighton star Joao Pedro for a fee in excess of £50m, according to The Athletic.

Personal terms are in place for a seven-year contract, with a medical set to be arranged.

The Brazilian could even feature for Chelsea in the Club World Cup, with there a hope he will join up with the squad before their quarter-final with Palmeiras.

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Will Castle29 June 2025 19:13

Borussia Dortmund exploring deal for Chelsea starlet Josh Acheampong

Borussia Dortmund are exploring a deal for Chelsea’s Joshua Acheampong, among a number of clubs monitoring his situation.

The 19-year-old has been seen by the Stamford Bridge hierarchy as a prospect for the future, but the defender is known to want more first-team opportunities in order to progress.

There is now a belief among suitor clubs that Chelsea may be willing to do business for £35m, having previously rejected approaches – including loans.

Miguel Delaney29 June 2025 19:00