Chelsea weighing up signing of experienced goalkeeper plus latest on Liverpool, Spurs and more – latest transfer news
Chelsea are considering whether to make a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez after being offered the Argentina international, according to The Athletic.
The Blues are assessing their options in the goalkeeper position as they weigh up a potential deal for the World Cup winner.
Chelsea are also preparing to return for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott, The Independent reports, with Manchester City set to make a move for long-term target Enzo Fernandez.
Here’s the rest of the transfer news hitting the headlines today…
Liverpool make Sarr proposal
Liverpool have submitted a proposal worth £50million for Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The Reds are also continuing their efforts to sign Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola, with the outcome of that pursuit potentially having an impact on Cody Gakpo’s future, with Tottenham his most likely destination if he does leave, Hayters understands.
Meanwhile, talks over a potential move for Brighton winger Yankuba Minteh are not currently progressing, according to Sky Sports.
Spurs agree Marmoush deal
Tottenham have agreed an initial loan deal for Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush which includes a £60million obligation to buy.
The Egypt international is set to make the move to north London as Spurs look to bolster their attacking options.
But Pape Matar Sarr could leave north London, with Monaco reportedly keen on the midfielder.
Villa target Jackson
Aston Villa are prepared to pay £65million for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, according to The Telegraph.
Villa are in talks over the Senegal international as they plan for the possibility of Ollie Watkins departing before the transfer window closes.
The Telegraph reports that Watkins’ future remains uncertain, with Villa continuing to assess their options up front.
Villa have also made an offer for Jean-Philippe Mateta, according to The Athletic, but that proposal has been rejected.
Brentford agree signing of El Hadji Malick Diouf
Brentford have agreed a deal with West Ham to sign El Hadji Malick Diouf.
The deal is believed to be worth an initial fee of £35m plus £5m in add-ons.
Sunderland want winger
Sunderland are attempting to sign Igor Paixao from Marseille, according to Sky Sports, and are also keen on Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo
Gonzalez close to completing Newcastle switch
Nico Gonzalez is undergoing a medical ahead of his £50m move to Newcastle.
The Magpies are also keen on signing Lille winger Matias Fernandez-Pardo but face competition from other clubs.