Man Utd's Yoro BOOST, Chelsea's Osimhen DEADLINE, Arsenal's Calafiori BLOW: FootballTransfers recap

Cameron Smith
Cameron Smith
  • 16 Jul 2024 23:15 BST
  • 4 min read
Leny Yoro, Lille
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Tuesday 16 July delivered plenty of action in the transfer window, including updates on Leny Yoro, Victor Osimhen and Riccardo Calafiori.

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Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest stories of the day.

Man Utd Transfer News

Man Utd have been handed a fresh boost in their pursuit of Lille defender Leny Yoro.

In addition, the Red Devils have made enquiries about signing Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Jonathan Tah as their deal for Matthijs de Ligt has stalled.

However, Erik ten Hag has admitted that Man Utd “need more players” ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.

Meanwhile, new signing Joshua Zirkzee has been compared to Brazil and Barcelona legend Ronaldinho by his former Bologna coach Thiago Motta.

Furthermore, Mason Greenwood has agreed personal terms with Marseille, according to David Ornstein.

Chelsea Transfer News

Napoli want to resolve Victor Osimhen’s future by 25 July, according to reports in Italy, with Chelsea eager to complete a deal.

Meanwhile, Napoli are set to offer Chelsea €25 million for Romelu Lukaku.

Romelu Lukaku could leave Chelsea this summer
© IMAGO - Romelu Lukaku could leave Chelsea this summer

The Blues are also interested in another Brazilian wonderkid, according to Fabrizio Romano.

In addition, Chelsea have 'everything in place' to sign Aaron Anselmino and Caleb Wiley, according to a report.

Arsenal Transfer News

Arsenal are still pushing to sign Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori, but Bologna aren’t willing to lower their current asking price, meaning the deal is in doubt.

Meanwhile, Fulham could return with a fresh offer for Gunners star Emile Smith Rowe, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Read more about: Premier League Arsenal Chelsea Man Utd Emile Smith Rowe Joshua Zirkzee Leny Yoro Mason Greenwood Matthijs de Ligt Riccardo Calafiori Romelu Lukaku Victor Osimhen

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