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Alexander Isak has shocked Newcastle United by informing the club he wants to explore a move this summer.

To replace him, the Magpies are trying to get a deal for Yoane Wissa over the line and are targeting Benjamin Sesko.

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Elsewhere, Viktor Gyokeres has finally completed his move to Arsenal, in a deal worth £55 million plus add-ons.

Meanwhile, Luis Diaz is edging closer to a move to Bayern Munich, and Morgan Gibbs-White has penned a new deal at Nottingham Forest.

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26th Jul 2025, 22:30By Jake Lambourne

Morgan Gibbs-White has signed a new Nottingham Forest contract to deal Tottenham Hotspur a major blow.

The midfielder looked set to be heading to Spurs earlier this month after they believed they has activated his £50million release clause.

But the Reds felt there had been an illegal approach from the north Londoners as they considered reporting their Premier League rivals.

Gibbs-White has now extended his stay at the City Ground until 2028.

Speaking to the club's website, the 25-year-old said: "I’ve felt at home at Forest from the moment I arrived.

"The support from the fans, my teammates, and everyone around the club has been unbelievable.

"I believe in what we're building here – and with the backing of Mr Marinakis and the enormous ambition he has, I want to be part of making something special.

We welcome Viktor and his family to Arsenal.”

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26th Jul 2025, 19:20By Jake Lambourne

Viktor Gyokres has failed to contain his delight after sealing his switch to Arsenal from Sporting Lisbon.

He told the club's website: "I always want to score.

To be a part of this club and to score in this kit and with this badge in front of all the supporters, I can't wait.

I'm really excited to get going.”

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26th Jul 2025, 19:08By Jake Lambourne

Arsenal have announced the £63.7million signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon - with the striker to wear the iconic No.14 shirt.

The Gunners agreed to pay an initial £55m with £8.7m in add-ons for one of Europe's most sought-after centre-forwards.

In Gyokeres, Arsenal have signed their first natural No.

9 since Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in January 2018.

Gyokeres has arrived in north London following two stunning seasons at Sporting, during which he scored 97 goals in 102 appearances.

A drawn-out transfer saga has finally concluded with Arsenal making their Premier League title ambitions clear with a statement arrival.

The Sweden international has penned a five-year deal at the Emirates.

He could now be in line for his debut against rivals Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong on Thursday.

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26th Jul 2025, 18:28By Jake Lambourne

Arsenal forward Reiss Nelson is reportedly in advanced talks over a return to Fulham.

The Gunners winger spent the 2024/25 season on loan at the Craven Cottage.

But according to The Athletic, discussions between the two clubs are at an advanced stage.

A loan deal with an option/obligation to buy is being discussed, as well as a permanent transfer.

It is believed that an agreement is close to see Nelson back in west London.

Nelson featured in 13 games for the Cottagers being suffering a season-ending hamstring injury in December.

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26th Jul 2025, 17:50By Jack Johnson

Arsenal will announce the arrival of Viktor Gyokeres imminently.

It follows an enquiry from West Ham earlier in the window.

Chelsea value Dewsbury-Hall as a squad player, but he is not a name they are actively looking to sell.

An exit is possible at the right price though, however, it would need to be more than the £30m the Blues paid to Leicester.

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26th Jul 2025, 14:40By Joe Moore

Everton are reportedly set to win the race to sign Lyon winger Malick Fofana.

Liverpool and Chelsea have also been linked with an interest in the electric 20-year-old Belgian star, who is believed to be rated at €50million by the French club.

But Fabrizio Romano claims Everton are in advanced negotiations to sign him, with an official bid submitted and the clubs in direct talks.

The Toffees are said to be also discussing personal terms with the young whizkid's representatives, over what would be a major coup for the blue half of Merseyside ahead of their first season at the club's new stadium.

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26th Jul 2025, 14:33By Joe Moore

Tottenham have confirmed Dominic Solanke will sit out today's pre-season friendly against Luton due to injury.

Spurs take on the Hatters at Kenilworth Road, with kick-off set for 3pm.

But the north Londoners will be without their main striker due to a minor ankle injury.

His absence has been put down as only a precaution, though, so fans will be hoping it's not a serious issue as Thomas Frank build up to his first season as Tottenham boss.

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26th Jul 2025, 12:43By Jack Johnson

Saudi Arabian officials believe Alexander Isak wants to join Liverpool, talkSPORT understands.

Al Hilal are interested in Isak but have not been given any encouragement from his camp that the Newcastle striker is open to the move.

Isak has told the Magpies he wants to explore an exit from St James Park after Liverpool signalled their willingness to pay a British record transfer for the Swedish star. 

Al Hilal are also interested in Darwin Nunez, while the Reds remain in talks with Bayern Munich over Luis Diaz.

Selling Nunez and Diaz would help fund any official bid for Isak.

Contract talks between Isak and Newcastle broke down after he asked for a £300,000-a-week new deal, as exclusively revealed by talkSPORT. 

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26th Jul 2025, 12:21By Jack Johnson

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has spoken publicly for the first time since Alexander Isak told the club he wants to leave.

Howe was grilled by the media ahead of his side's friendly against Arsenal on Sunday - and did not give up hope of keeping Isak.

"Of course, there's things going on behind the scenes," the Toon boss said.

I have more options and if they have to fight each other to play that is perfect."

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25th Jul 2025, 16:43By Jack Cunningham

Viktor Gyokeres has been pictured on a plane with his agent Hasan Cetinkaya have been pictured flying to London.

Arsenal have a deal agreed for the Swedish striker, with the Gunners set to pay £55 million to Sporting Lisbon with a further £8.7m in add-ons.

The medical for Gyokeres is scheduled for tomorrow, and personal terms are agreed.

The former Coventry man only ever wanted to join Arsenal, and he's close to getting his wish.

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25th Jul 2025, 14:51By Jack Cunningham

Bournemouth have confirmed that club icon Junior Stanislas has departed the club to join Ipswich Town as a first-team coach.

The former winger was working as part of the Under-18s set-up after retirement in 2023.

Stanislas spent nine years as a player at the Vitality, and played a huge contribution in the team's initial rise to the Premier League.

And he was publicly thanked by the club's Academy Manager Sam Gisborne.

He said: “Junior has been a fantastic presence around the academy, both as a mentor and as a coach.

“He brought professionalism, high standards, and valuable experience from his playing career, and his work with the U18s has been deeply appreciated by staff and players alike.”

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25th Jul 2025, 13:24By Jack Cunningham

talkSPORT has a couple of updates around West Ham.

We understand that Callum Wilson has agreed personal terms with the Hammers after leaving Newcastle United.

The striker is looking for a new challenge, and a move to London with the chance to be the starting striker is appealing to the former England international.

Elsehwere, the outcome of Lucas Paqueta's spot fixing hearing is expected imminently.

If found guilty, the FA want the Brazilian to be hit with a lengthy ban.

But if innocent, Paqueta will be free to play for the Hammers.

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25th Jul 2025, 12:33By Jack Cunningham

talkSPORT reporter Ben Jacobs understands that Newcastle United are attempting to agree personal terms with Benjamin Sesko today.

The Magpies have long tracked the RB Leipzig forward, with Eddie Howe a big fan.

Alexander Isak has informed the Toon he would like to leave the club this summer.

Liverpool are leading the race for the Swede, and the Magpies would like a replacement in before sanctioning a move.

Sesko's release clause at RB Leipzig has expired, but they are willing to part ways with the player.

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25th Jul 2025, 11:57By Jack Cunningham

talkSPORT understands Leeds United have submitted an offer Feyenoord's Igor Paixao.

The bid is believed to be around £26 million, but the newly promoted side face competition from Marseille.

The 25-year-old Brazilian scored 16 times and set up a further 14 in the Eredivisie last season.

In total, he's made 129 appearances, scoring 39 times and setting up a further 29.

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25th Jul 2025, 11:26By Jack Cunningham

Sporting Lisbon have now reached a full agreement with Arsenal for the transfer of Viktor Gyokeres.

David Ornstein reports the deal is now done, and the striker has been granted permission to head to London for a medical.

It was set to this evening, but Ornstein reports it is now going to be tomorrow, and he's expected to take the iconic number 14 shirt.

This is of course Thierry Henry's number, and what a legacy to live up to.

But finally, Arsenal have a new striker.

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25th Jul 2025, 11:04By Jack Cunningham

Fabrizio Romano reports that James Trafford back to Manchester City is a done deal.

He claims the Citizens have agreed a fee that is under the £40 million buyback clause, and believed to be £27m.

Newcastle United had been chasing Trafford for over a year and agreed personal terms with the goalkeeper in January.

However, he will be heading back to the Etihad after the Toon couldn't agree a deal with Burnley.

It means that Stefan Ortega will depart, and talkSPORT understands Burnley and Leicester are interested.

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25th Jul 2025, 10:30By Jack Cunningham

Newcastle United have arrived in Singapore for their pre-season tour of Asia, starting against Arsenal on Sunday.

However, there is no Alexander Isak after he told the club he wanted to explore a move away from St James' Park.

The club insist that the forward hasn't travelled due to a minor thigh injury, and centre-back Dan Burn was asked about it by the media.

He said: "If we lost any player, it would upset our tight knit group that’s been together a few years now.
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