Transfer news LIVE: Vinicius Jr to Arsenal salary, Henderson to Chelsea, Man Utd £30m talks

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Trafford will be their third of the summer, behind Harry Wilson on a free transfer and Tarik Muharemovic from Sassuolo.Today18:30 BSTChelsea 'lead the race' to sign Jordan HendersonXabi Alonso's Chelsea are 'leading the race' to sign Jordan Henderson, according to Fabrizio Romano.The report claims the Blues are plotting a surprise move to sign the England international on a free transfer.It's claimed the player is open to the move, though Henderson has interest from two other Premier League clubs.The 36-year-old made 34 appearances in all competitions for Brentford last season, scoring once and notching three assists.Today18:24 BSTVinicius Junior 'won't return' to Real Madrid trainingThe Daily Mail claims Vinicius Junior won't return to Real Madrid training this week, amid ongoing speculation linking Arsenal with a move for the Brazil international.The expectation in Madrid was that the winger would return to training for pre-season this week, with his representatives still in talks over a new deal at the Bernabeu, with Vini Jr needing to lower his demands to be joint-highest earner alongside Kylian Mbappe.As things stand, the Brazilian star who shone for his country at the World Cup, is set to leave Real next summer on a free transfer.Arsenal have green lit a move for the star this summer and have had initial talks over a possible move to the Emirates Stadium.Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr is Arsenal's dream signing this summer(Image: (Photo by Antonio Pozo / Pressinphoto / Icon Sport))Today17:47 BSTComo open talks with Premier League transfer 'target'Cesc Fabregas' Como have reportedly opened talks with Bologna for Colombian international Jhon Lucumí.The centre-back has been repeatedly linked with a move to the Premier League over recent months, with Sunderland and Nottingham Forest linked with the defender.Juventus are also said to be keen on signing the 28-year-old, who has impressed in the Serie A.Today17:19 BSTHarvey Barnes signs new long-term' dealNewcastle United winger Harvey Barnes has signed a new contract with the Magpies, having been linked with a move to Aston Villa earlier in the window.Harvey said: “It feels great to sign this new contract so early before the new season starts. We all want more of that and I want to be a key player that helps push the club forward.”Today16:38 BSTChelsea transfer stance clearFabrizio Romano claims Chelsea duo Liam Delap and Emmanuel Emegha could be sold this summer if a suitable transfer offer arrives.Delap has struggled for regular game time since his move to Stamford Bridge from Ipswich town, while Emegha has not featured for the Blues first team having spent las season on loan with sister-club Strasbourg.The Dutch striker has scored 31 goals over a three year period with the French side.Today16:20 BSTNottingham Forest strike 'verbal agreement'De Telegraaf claim Nottingham Forest have agreed terms with Feyenoord star Givairo Read ahead of a proposed summer transfer to the City Ground.The 20-year-old has reportedly agreed a five-year contract with Oliver Glasner's side, though Forest and Feyenoord are yet to agree a transfer fee.Forest have reportedly had two bids for the defender knocked back, but remain hopeful of signing the Dutch youth international, with the Eredivisie side holding out for £21.4m.Today15:58 BSTJuve lead hunt for Joshua ZirkzeeJoshua Zirkzee is a target for Juventus, according to Ekrem Konur.It has been said that the Manchester United striker is a top target for the Serie A giants.Konur has claimed that the 25-year-old is a wanted by the Italians, who are leading the hunt.Reports suggest Juventus lead the race to sign him on loan with the option to buy, with the clause around £30m.(Image: Ash Donelon, Manchester United via Getty Images)Today15:53 BSTInter interested in Romero dealInter have reportedly held talks with Cristian Romero over a move.The 28-year-old is reportedly keen on a move to Barcelona but no approach has been made, according to talkSPORT.Inter chief Piero Ausilio has discussed the prospect of signing the defender.He said:"It’s definitely a deal we are trying to sign with the player and the club.

Let's see what happens."(Image: Alex Pantling, Getty Images)Today15:07 BSTBarca and Man City explore Eli Junior Kroupi moveBournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi has been explored as an option for Barcelona, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Frenchman is said to be viewed as an alternative if the La Liga champions fail to advance a deal to sign Julian Alvarez.Manchester City are also said to have enquired in recent weeks.But Bournemouth have no plans to sell.(Image: Getty Images)Today14:43 BSTItalian giants join Arsenal and Chelsea in Stones pursuitTwo more teams have entered talks with John Stones, according to Fabrizio Romano.Inter and Juventus have reportedly expressed interest in the defender with the Englishman open to making a Serie A switch.Chelsea and Arsenal have both made approaches, it has been reported.(Image: Image Photo Agency/Getty Images)Today14:22 BSTArsenal tipped to defend Premier League titleThe Premier League season is fast approaching.Some teams are busy, some are quiet.Can transfers win the league? Our customers clearly believe that, much like London buses, you wait ages for one only for a second to follow; the Gunners are currently the most backed selection in the outright market."See Here for the Latest Premier League Outright Insights and News18+ Gamble Responsibly.(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)Today14:01 BSTYan Diomande latest: Real Madrid pushing but RB Leipzig demands clearAccording to Philipp Hinze, Real Madrid's second bid worth up to €115million (£98m) for Yan Diomande has not been rejected by RB Leipzig.Further talks are reportedly needed to thrash out over the structure, Leipzig want a guaranteed higher figure and avoid a deal with unrealistic add-ons.A deal is expected to be completed soon, the Sky Sports Germany reporter has said.(Image: Getty Images)Today13:57 BSTDanny Welbeck: Chelsea in talks with Brighton Chelsea have opened talks with Brighton over a deal for Danny Welbeck.According to football.london, the two clubs are in negotiations over a deal for the veteran forward.The Seagulls talisman has 12 months reamining on his contract at the AMEX Stadium and has scored 51 goals in 201 appearances for Brighton since joining in 2020.Chelsea are said to be chasing experienced additions after prioritising younger options.(Image: Crystal Pix/MB Media/Getty Images)Today13:08 BSTArsenal transfer latestArsenal have been busy in the transfer window and repeatedly in the headlines as the battle for Vinicius Jr and Bruno Guimaraes heats up.Football.London have reported that intermediaries are heavily involved in the Bruno deal and no direct contact had been made by Arsenal to their Premier League counterparts.Also, the Gunners' interest in Vinicius is genuine and there is a financial willingness to conclude a deal, if possible.Meanwhile, William Saliba's back injury has prompted them to enter the market for a new central defender.

My commitment has always been to prepare myself as well as possible so that I can contribute to my teammates and the club whenever I am called upon."I remain under contract with Wolves, and my only intention is to fulfil my responsibilities professionally by training, doing my job, and contributing to the team in accordance with that contract."(Image: Brett Patzke - WWFC/Wolves via Getty Images)Today12:21 BSTVinicius Jr Arsena's no1 target but Real Madrid 'receptive' to extension According to BBC Sport, Vinicius Jr is receptive to a new deal at Real Madrid but "wants to feel loved".The Spanish giants are said to want to keep all their big name players in Jose Mourinho's first season back in charge of the club.Vinicius could leave Los Blancos on a free next summer and there is serious jeopardy for Real if they keep the winger without an extension.Arsenal are said to have made Vinicius their number one target this summer with Mikel Arteta "smitten" over the idea of the Brazilian star joining the Gunners.(Image: Bruno Penas/Quality Sport Images/Getty Images)Today11:56 BSTVinicius Junior to Liverpool claimLiverpool have an opportunity to sign Vinicius Junior as his future at Real Madrid remains uncertain.It emerged over the weekend that Arsenal are keen to sign to bring the Brazil international to the Emirates Stadium this summer.The Spanish giants are believed to want to extend Vinicius’ contract, but journalist Ramon Alvarez de Mon has claimed on his YouTube channel that the Reds were the only club to respond positively when contacted by the forward’s representatives.The 26-year-old has scored 128 times and claimed 100 assists from 378 matches, but his Real deal expires next summer.Vinicius Jr during a Brazil game at the 2026 FIFA World Cup(Image: Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)Today11:09 BSTJadon Sancho 'exploring all options'According to Ben Jacobs of talkSPORT, Qatari side Al Rayyan made an initial enquiry about Jadon Sancho around three weeks ago.However, no talks have taken place since, and Al Rayyan are not expected to follow up with further talks.Former Manchester United man Sancho is currently exploring all options, including other possibilities in both the Middle East and Europe.Jadon Sancho was last with Aston Villa(Image: Getty Images)Today10:50 BSTBradley Barcola transfer feeLiverpool will have to break the Premier League transfer record if they want to sign Bradley Barcola this summer.That’s according to the Daily Telegraph, who are reporting that Paris St-Germain is valuing the winger at £145m.The Reds, of course, splashed out a huge £125m to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United last summer.Bradley Barcola's future at PSG is uncertain(Image: Getty Images)Everton transfer stance on Iliman NdiayeEverton feel the club is in a position of strength amid reports of interest in star player Iliman Ndiaye, according to the Liverpool ECHO.The winger is the subject of interest from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal according to transfer personality Fabrizio Romano.No contact had been made between the Riyadh-based club and Everton as of Monday morning.Iliman Ndiaye has impressed for Everton since joining the Toffees in July 2024(Image: Phil Oldham/Shutterstock)Today09:26 BSTLeeds make Oumar Solet decisionLeeds United have 'withheld' their interest in Oumar Solet. The 26-year-old has continued to have knee issues, resulting in the Whites cooling their interest.Despite the developments, Udinese are still demanding €15m for Solet and have no intention of selling him at a bargain price even though they desperately need to shift some of the eight defenders currently on their wage bill.Oumar Solet(Image: sportinfoto/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images)Today08:42 BSTChelsea sent Granit Xhaka transfer messageChelsea might be considering a new bid for Alex Scott - but Regis Le Bris has declared their pursuit of Granit Xhaka 'closed'.The Sunderland boss has told Chelsea that there is no prospect of his club selling their influential captain this summer.“No, this topic is closed,” said Le Bris after Sunderland’s 4-2 pre-season friendly defeat by Liverpool in Nashville.“He has been really clear about his future.