Transfer news LIVE: £69m deal confirmed, Marcus Rashford twist, Konate replacement blow
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Read our Privacy Policy 49 mins ago07:38 Kieran HornHello and welcomeGood morning and welcome back to the transfer live blog on the Daily Express!The biggest move of the window, which does not officially open for a few weeks, was confirmed last night with Anthony Gordon joining Barcelona.To keep up to date with all the latest updates on that, plus rumours regarding other transfers, don't go anywhere!Anthony Gordon has signed for Barcelona (Image: (Photo by Adria Puig/Anadolu via Getty Images)) 10 hours ago22:49 Archie GriggsPalace open new manager talksCrystal Palace have opened talks with former Eintracht Frankfurt boss Dino Toppmoller, according to Sky Germany.The south Londoners are on the lookout for a new manager with Oliver Glasner stepping down after their Conference League triumph.Palace had been confident about landing Andoni Iraola, who is leaving Bournemouth, but that move appears to be highly uncertain.Dino Toppmoller is reportedly in talks with Crystal Palace (Image: Getty) 10 hours ago22:01 Archie GriggsGordon realises 'childhood dream'Anthony Gordon says he has always wanted to play for Barcelona, having dreamt of wearing their famous striped kit since he was a small boy."As soon as I knew Barca was a serious option, there was never any question," he said after his move to the Nou Camp was confirmed."I always wanted Barca. Maybe because he was wondering if he should stay or not."But it's true that there is a question mark for Bradley Barcola and some others who won't be in the first XI, but they will have a role."I think it would be a great signing for Manchester United, but he will need players around him to succeed.
I'm very fond of Michael Carrick and the job he did for Manchester United, and he was playing in the position of Zaire-Emery."So I'm pretty sure he would give him great advice to improve. (Image: Getty) yesterday08:21 Jack McEachenTottenham done dealTottenham have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Bournemouth centre-back Marcos Senesi on a free transfer this summer.Sky Sports Germany claimed that a four-year contract is set to be signed, with Spurs beating out several top sides to secure the Argentine's signature.Senesi agreed weeks ago that he would join Roberto De Zerbi's outfit if they managed to avoid relegation from the Premier League, and has stayed true to his word. yesterday07:53 Jack McEachenBarcelona to test £45m Arsenal dealBarcelona are reportedly weighing up a move for Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie just days before the Champions League final.The Daily Mail claim that while Barcelona recognise any transfer would be difficult to complete, they want to try and prise Hincapie away from Arsenal.The Ecuador international is on loan from Bayer Leverkusen with an option to buy for £45million and a 10 per cent sell-on, which Arsenal intend on making permanent.It would cost upwards of that fee for Barcelona. yesterday07:50 Jack McEachenMan Utd £60m green lightManchester United are set to move for £60m-rated Mateus Fernandes in the next few weeks.The i Paper claim that joining Michael Carrick's side is Fernandes' first pick, where he would link up with his namesake Bruno Fernandes.He is seen as the perfect foil to the captain and Kobbie Mainoo, with a transfer expected following West Ham's relegation.Mateus Fernandes is set to leave West Ham.
(Image: Getty) yesterday07:47 Jack McEachenIbrahima Konate makes U-turnDespite claiming just weeks ago that he was on the verge of signing a new contract, Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool.The French defender can depart as a free transfer this summer and follow Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson out the door.Last month, after beating Everton 2-1, Konate confirmed that an agreement on a new deal was "close".He added: “For sure there is a big chance I’m here next season. I’m waiting to sort the contract but when everything is sorted you will have to ask (sporting director) Richard Hughes what I said to him in September, November and he’s going to say something to make everyone quiet."But Konate has made a U-turn and is leaving Liverpool.He will not renew his contract and instead leave without a transfer fee. yesterday07:42 Jack McEachenGood morningHello and welcome to Express Sport's live coverage of the transfer window, where we will bring you all the latest news and updates concerning the Premier League and across Europe.