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Manchester United are closing in on their second addition, while Liverpool arguably boast the most impressive market movement so far and don't plan to stop.

There could also be a transfer battle brewing between Arsenal and North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur, with one of the Premier League's most exciting players at stake.

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52 mins ago20:39Charlie Parker-Turner

Mbeumo makes transfer stance clear

Bryan Mbeumo has reportedly told Brentford and Tottenham that he will only join Manchester United if leaves the Gtech Community Stadium this summer.

United have been largely regarded as the frontrunners to sign the Cameroon international, but Spurs' decision to replace Ange Postecoglou with Thomas Frank has sparked speculation that the north London outfit could hijack the move.

However, Mbeumo appears fixated on heading to Old Trafford.

The Red Devils are said to have offered £55m up front with a further £7.2m in add-ons.

During talks, Mbeumo also added that he will only negotiate a move with United this summer and informed Spurs that he does not intend to reunite with Frank at the club.

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2 hours ago19:50Charlie Parker-Turner

Liverpool sign new goalkeeper

Liverpool have confirmed they have signed Preston North End’s Freddie Woodman as a back-up goalkeeper.

With keepers Vitezslav Jaros and Harvey Davies both set to head out on loan, the Reds have moved for Woodman to be their third-choice at Anfield.

Woodman, 28, used to play for Newcastle and will join Liverpool as a free agent.

He also qualifies as a homegrown player, which helps towards the club's Premier League quotas.

4 hours ago17:42Charlie Parker-Turner

Brighton reject two bids for Joao Pedro

Brighton have reportedly rejected two offers for Joao Pedro already this week.

GiveMeSport report that the Seagulls have knocked back two offers worth in excess of £50million for the Brazil international.

Newcastle are one of the clubs to have tabled a bid and they are expected to return with an improved bid soon, and the other offer came from an ‘unnamed’ Premier League outfit.

Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal have all been linked with Pedro so far this summer.

Newcastle are keen to acquire the services of Joao Pedro (Image: Getty)

6 hours ago15:50Charlie Parker-Turner

German giants join race for Harvey Elliott

RB Leipzig are the latest side to be credited with having an interest in Harvey Elliott.

The Liverpool playmaker has been heavily linked with a move away from Anfield this summer, and his performances at the Under-21 Euros have certainly caught the eye.

According to talkSPORT, Leipzig are interested in Elliott, but they face competition from a host of Premier League clubs.

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10 hours ago11:32Alex Turk

Jarrad Branthwaite nears Everton contract

Jarrad Branthwaite is reportedly closing in on a new contract at Everton.

According to Sky Sports, the 23-year-old is set to extend his current deal as early as next week.

Branthwaite has been the subject of interest from Champions League clubs, including Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur.

But the England international is ready to go again at Everton next season as he looks to earn a spot in Thomas Tuchel's World Cup squad.

11 hours ago10:46Alex Turk

Tom Heaton signs new Man Utd contract

Tom Heaton has signed a one-year contract extension at Manchester United.

The 39-year-old goalkeeper will stay at Old Trafford as Ruben Amorim's third goalkeeper until 2026.

"I am extremely proud to continue to represent Manchester United.

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12 hours ago09:14Alex Turk

Man Utd signing set for loan

Manchester United will complete the signing of Le Havre striker Enzo Kana-Biyik on July 1.

And the 18-year-old is set to immediately leave on loan, joining INEOS-owned Swiss club Lausanne-Sport.

Kana-Biyik arrives in Manchester from Le Havre, following in the footsteps of Paul Pogba.

13 hours ago08:32Alex Turk

Timo Werner in New York Red Bulls talks

New York Red Bulls are reportedly locked in talks over a move for RB Leipzig forward Timo Werner.

According to The Athletic, Werner is surplus to requirements in Germany and both clubs are optimistic they will strike a deal.

The former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur star would be keen on a move to New York, and discussions are said to have been ongoing for months.

14 hours ago07:47Alex Turk

Arsenal hijack Spurs interest

Arsenal have reportedly attempted to gazump Tottenham Hotspur's interest in Eberechi Eze by holding talks with the midfielder's representatives.

According to The Sun, Andrea Berta has already held discussions with the Crystal Palace star's camp over a transfer.

Eze has a £68m release clause in his contract as Mikel Arteta eyes a left-winger on top of a striker.

14 hours ago07:42Alex Turk

Liverpool target fifth signing

Liverpool are moving onto their next summer signing after completing a £40m deal for Bournemouth left-back Milos Kerkez on Thursday.

Kerkez joined Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz and Giorgi Mamardashvili at Anfield, and another defender could soon follow.

According to TBR Football, Liverpool are now pursuing a young centre-back before they move for a striker.

Nantes’ Nathan Zeze, Valencia’s Cristhian Mosquera and Club Brugge’s Joel Ordonez are said to feature on Arne Slot's shortlist.

Liverpool are eyeing a fifth signing.

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14 hours ago07:37Alex Turk

Bryan Mbeumo medical

Manchester United are on the brink of sealing a deal for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo.

According to talkSPORT, who broke the news about United's second bid worth £60m, Mbeumo is expected to undergo his medical next week.

That would likely see the 25-year-old complete his switch at the start of July.

At this stage, it would be a shock if Mbeumo didn't join Matheus Cunha through the door before pre-season begins on July 7.

14 hours ago07:32Alex Turk

Morning!

Good morning!

We have reached the end of the working week, but the transfer grind continues for clubs in the Premier League and beyond.

Grab yourselves a brew fit for a Friday and stay tuned for regular updates throughout the day...

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