Chelsea civil war, Man Utd land Yoro coup, Arsenal's Calafiori guarantee: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 17 Jul 2024 22:41 BST
• 6 min read

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Enzo Fernandez sparked a civil war at Chelsea.

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Plus, Man Utd managed to pull off the stunning signing of Leny Yoro and Arsenal were given a Riccardo Calafiori guarantee despite the deal stalling. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Arsenal consider Sane

FootballTransfers can exclusively reveal that Arsenal are showing an interest in Bayern winger Leroy Sane.

This is due to Nico Williams slipping further away from them, though one surprising club retains hope of bringing him to England.

Chelsea's civil war

Enzo Fernandez has seemingly torn the Chelsea dressing room apart after recording himself singing a derogatory song.

With the song aimed at French players of African descent, several of Fernandez's Chelsea teammates have been alienated.

This has led to Chelsea fans calling for the Argentine to be sold.

However, it is highly unlikely that he will be going anywhere and it's not good news for Chelsea.

Man Utd land Yoro

While Fernandez occupied headlines in the morning, Man Utd soon forced their way into the limelight by agreeing terms with Leny Yoro.

Following the first part of his medical, the deal can already be considered done, according to Fabrizio Romano.

He looked destined for Real Madrid but the fact that he will soon be a Man Utd player is all down to the ambition shown by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.

Here is what Man Utd fans can expect from the Frenchman.

Spoiler: there is a good reason why he is called the 'Kylian Mbappe of centre-backs.'

However, not everyone will be happy about this deal.

Matthijs de Ligt, in particular, has seen his move to Old Trafford delayed because Man Utd now need to sell.

And the first exit is on the verge of being secured with Mason Greenwood on his way to Marseille.

Calafiori deal still on

Arsenal's deal to sign Riccardo Calafiori has stalled, but Italian media assures that an agreement is inevitable.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. PSG are trying to strike a quick double deal for in-demand youngsters Desire Doue and Joao Neves.

Neves has been linked with Arsenal, but the Gunners face a major roadblock before they can make a midfield signing.

One of Man Utd's stars is being targeted as part of a €140m spending spree.

Napoli are on the verge of sealing an agreement for the transfer of Romelu Lukaku.

Liverpool have been linked with Mohamed Simakan, but it would be a risky signing.

Erik ten Hag could be under pressure at Man Utd following Gareth Southgate's resignation as England boss.

Lastly, Erling Haaland has reportedly told Man City that he sees his future at Real Madrid.

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