Arsenal sign Calafiori, Chelsea agree terms, Man Utd's new midfield target: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 24 Jul 2024 22:38 BST
• 6 min read

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Arsenal wrapped up the signing of Riccardo Calafiori.

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Plus, Arsenal are in pole position for Mikel Merino, Chelsea have agreed terms with their new goalkeeper and Man Utd have found an alternative to Manuel Ugarte. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Arsenal lead Merino race

FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal are in pole position to sign Mikel Merino.

The Spaniard is being veritably pushed to the Gunners by Barcelona.

He is set to become the second real addition after Riccardo Calafiori, who now only needs to complete his medical to be considered an Arsenal player.

Exclusive: Man Utd eye Hjulmand

We also hear that Man Utd are considering Morten Hjulmand of Sporting CP due to PSG not budging from their Manuel Ugarte valuation.

Chelsea agree terms

Early on Wednesday, Chelsea launched their first offer for Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen.

Fabrizio Romano later revealed that the Blues have already fully agreed personal terms with the Dane.

Sancho's Man Utd future

Man Utd have set their price for Jadon Sancho amid PSG interest.

But do they still want to sell him? Erik ten Hag's latest decision casts doubt on this.

Osimhen in limbo

Victor Osimhen is warming to the idea of moving to the Saudi Pro League after his PSG transfer collapsed.

The Parisians appear to have already moved on, launching a €60m bid for a wonderkid, which all but confirms that they likely won't sign Osimhen.

This €60m bid could also have a massive knock-on effect on business elsewhere.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Arsenal outcast Reiss Nelson has attracted the interest of a new Premier League club, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Man Utd are giving thought to a very surprising move for a former Chelsea and Barcelona veteran.

In terms of outgoings, Man Utd likely won't be able to get rid of Antony.

They are also not keen on selling Marcus Rashford and Bruno Fernandes.

Saudi Arabian clubs have offered an eye-watering salary to Man City goalkeeper Ederson.

Chelsea have transfer listed one of their best players.

Arsenal are reportedly ready to make a €70m offer for Viktor Gyokeres.

Man Utd have surprisingly not received all of their Mason Greenwood money.

Could Nico Williams be heading to Arsenal after all?

Lastly, a whopping 12 players are ready to leave Chelsea.

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