Transfer NEWS: Man Utd push to sign Arsenal star as Liverpool reach agreement

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Express Sport rounds up all of the latest transfer news and updates. 15:01, Tue, Aug 18, 2026 Updated: 15:01, Tue, Aug 18, 2026 Express Sport keeps you updated with all the transfer news (Image: Getty)Time is running out for clubs to secure fresh talent for the upcoming season, with just two weeks of the summer transfer window left to work with.

Express Sport recaps all of the latest transfer news below... 1 hour ago15:01 Amos MurphyAnd that's a wrap!That's all for today!No major talking points, but things are certainly starting to heat up.Make sure to join us throughout the week as our coverage of the transfer window continues.

2 hours ago14:13 Amos MurphyPremier League clubs monitoring Bundesliga starThree Premier League clubs are reportedly eyeing up a move for Edmond Tapsoba.The defender has impressed with Bayer Leverkusen, and according to Fussballdaten could be available for around £42million.He's been with the Bundesliga side since 2020 and was part of the team that won their first-ever league title.All three Premier League sides are said to have made contact with the player's agent.Edmond Tapsoba is being eyed up by Premier League clubs (Image: Getty) 4 hours ago12:55 Amos MurphyArsenal hit with Jarell Quansah blowArsenal have reportedly hit a roadblock in their pursuit of Jarell Quansah.The former Liverpool ace has been linked with a move to the Gunners.However, according to BILD, the Bundesliga outfit won't entertain any offers for the English international this summer.They are keen to keep hold of Quansah and don't view him as available for sale at any price.Jarell Quansah is attracting attention from the Premier League (Image: Getty) Football transfer news and rumours plus selected offers and competitions Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. Read our Privacy Policy 4 hours ago12:08 Amos MurphyBruno Fernandes rejects Man Utd contract offerManchester United star Bruno Fernandes has reportedly rejected a contract extension.It's being claimed by Sacha Tavolieri that Fernandes has been offered an extension by INEOS, but it falls far short of the player's expectations.The news is that Fernandes has only been offered a pay rise of an extra £500,000 over 12 months, while Galatasaray are rumoured to be willing to double his current £300,000-a-week wage at United.The suggestion is that Galatasaray would be willing to slap a contract worth over £17m per year on the table to lure Fernandes, who turns 32 in September, to Istanbul.Bruno Fernandes has reportedly rejected a contract (Image: Getty) 5 hours ago11:05 Amos MurphyMan Utd pushing for Myles Lewis-SkellyManchester United are reportedly still confident about signing Myles Lewis-Skelly.The Arsenal man shone in the weekend's Community Shield clash, but United believe a deal could be done.That's according to The Athletic, who suggest they view it as a possibility, but would move on to alternative targets if they hit a roadblock.Jorge Salinas from Racing Santander is deemed the most likely Plan B.Myles Lewis-Skelly is wanted by Man Utd (Image: Getty) 6 hours ago10:29 Charlie MalamBruno Fernandes decides futureBruno Fernandes has no plans to leave Manchester United despite interest from Galatasaray.The Athletic report that a contract worth £17.1million per year has been put on the table for Fernandes.But Fernandes prefers to remain at United and does not want to move to Turkey.Bruno Fernandes wants to stay at Man Utd (Image: Getty) 6 hours ago10:20 Amos MurphyRodri's first words in Barcelona as midfielder edges closer to transferRodri has told Barcelona fans it was a "dream" of his to join the club.Speaking after landing in the Spanish city, he remarked: “I'm fulfilling a dream.“Let's go and win the Champions League and everything else.”Rodri is expected to complete his move to the La Liga giant this week.City had offered the Ballon d'Or winner a new contract, but Rodri opted against extending his stay.Rodri is set to leave Manchester City (Image: Getty) 8 hours ago09:00 Amos MurphyChelsea to push for replacement if Enzo Fernandez leavesChelsea will push to sign a replacement if Enzo Fernandez leaves for Manchester City.As per The Telegraph, Chelsea are demanding more than £120million for Fernandez.The Blues imposed a deadline whereby clubs would have to have submitted a £120m bid or face the prospect of the fee increasing.It's claimed that Chelsea will push for a new signing if Fernandez leaves, with Bournemouth's Alex Scott mentioned as a target.Chelsea have already seen one bid rejected by Bournemouth this summer.Alex Scott is attracting plenty of attention (Image: Getty) 8 hours ago08:09 Amos MurphyBradley Barcola latest amid Premier League interestBradley Barcola remains of interest to Premier League clubs, most notably Liverpool.It's reported by L'Equipe in France that Liverpool are gearing up to submit another offer this week.Barcola is said to have made it clear that if he leaves Paris Saint-Germain, he wants it to be for Liverpool.PSG are said to value Barcola at around £130million, but Liverpool have no interest of matching that valuation.They are instead hoping to secure his services for much less than that figure.Bradley Barcola is attracting attention from Liverpool (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago07:57 Amos MurphyLiverpool strike agreement with Ibrahim MbayeLiverpool have reportedly reached an agreement with Ibrahim Mbaye.The Paris Saint-Germain youngster has been identified as a potential forward signing for the Reds.Mbaye has been open to a move away from the French capital, and RMC Sport claim personal terms have been agreed.It's also reported that Mbaye has made his decision and will opt for a move to Liverpool.Bayer Leverkusen had been linked with a move, as had Liverpool's Premier League rivals, Manchester United.It is now up to Liverpool to submit a bid that PSG will deem acceptable.Ibrahim Mbaye is attracting attention from Liverpool (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago07:44 Amos MurphyBruno Fernandes gets Galatasaray offerBruno Fernandes' future at Manchester United has been cast in doubt following an offer from Galatasaray.It's sparked contract talks between United and Fernandes, whose current deal expires next summer.There is an option for an extra 12 months, with his last extension having arrived in August 2024.It's reported by The Athletic that Galatasaray have offered Fernandes a contract worth £17.1million per year.Fernandes had a release clause worth £55m open to clubs abroad earlier this summer, but that has now expired.It comes 12 months after Fernandes was being courted by Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.Bruno Fernandes is wanted by Galatasaray (Image: Getty) 9 hours ago07:34 Amos MurphyGood morning and welcome!Good morning and welcome to Tuesday's coverage of the transfer window.There are a few days before the 2026/27 Premier League season gets underway, and just two weeks before the transfer window shuts.Clubs are still looking to get deals over the line, with all of the big-hitters expected to be busy over the next 14 days.We'll have all of the latest news and updates from the world of transfers, so stick around throughout the day!The Premier League returns this week (Image: Getty)