Transfer news live: Arsenal in Gyokeres breakthrough after major signing, Man Utd want Calvert-Lewin

Barcelona will consider turning their attention to Liverpool’s Luis Diaz after their top target Nico Williams signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao, says Fabrizio Romano.

Liverpool have already rejected some interest from Bayern Munich for Diaz and will probably try to keep hold of the forward’s services.

Tottenham have already brought in one centre-back this summer but with Cristian Romero linked with a move to Spain earlier in the window, it may be that Thomas Frank wants a bit of extra cover.

Genoa’s Koni de Winter is a target, Talksport say, though there are several clubs interested in the Belgium international.

Lionel Messi’s contract is due to expire at the end of 2025, but ESPN believe that Inter Miami are keen to keep the Argentine.

That is understandable given what he offers on and off the pitch and how close his relationship is with club owner David Beckham.

Will Messi continue his time in the MLS with the World Cup on the horizon?

Marcus Rashford will be back at Manchester United for preseason despite his frosty relationship with Ruben Amorim.

Miguel Delaney has the full story:

The Athletic suggest that Real Madrid are willing to part with Rodrygo if the right offer is made with the Brazilian not seen as part of the first-choice side by new boss Xabi Alonso.

A high price will no doubt be commanded but expect their resolve to be tested but interested parties.

One such team was Arsenal but are they still thinking about a move for the forward?

The Gunners have Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke on their watchlist while Viktor Gyokeres is close to a deal.

All that means funds and space in the squad are sparce with Rodrygo not a priority for Mikel Arteta.

Various reports – mainly in Italy – are linking Jadon Sancho with a move to Juventus, with the Serie A giants seemingly interested in ideal worth around £25m.

It is stressed that Juve have not found a deal with Manchester United, though they have made positive contacts with Sancho’s camp.

Newcastle have switched their attention to signing Italy centre-back Giorgio Scalvini, who has impressed for Atalanta.

The Times report that the 21-year-old defender could be available for £30m.

File this under both ‘surprising transfer links’ and ‘more evidence of how far Man United have fallen’.

United are apparently making a shock move to sign released Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, according to The Sun.

The 28-year-old striker is available on a free transfer after leaving Everton at the end of last month following the expiration of his contract.

As United juggle their finances, their trying to build a frontline on a budget and have apparently already reached out to the ex-England international.

The Spain international, 26, moves to the Emirates Stadium on a long-term deal after the Gunners reportedly triggered his £51m release clause.

Euro 2024 winner Zubimendi had previously been a target for Liverpool and was also linked with Real Madrid.

Nico Williams has signed an eight-year extension to his Athletic Bilbao contract which will take him through to 2035.

Williams was being strongly linked with a move to Barcelona but has committed to the Basque side.

There were two years remaining on his previous deal meaning his new contract is 10-years long. His release clause has also increased by 50 per cent

The forward said: “When it comes to making decisions, for me, the most important thing is to listen to your heart.

“I am where I want to be, with my people, this is my home. Aupa Athletic!”