Chelsea 'here we go,' Arsenal's Zubimendi shock, Man Utd's De Ligt problem: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 7 Aug 2024 22:27 BST
• 5 min read

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Chelsea secured another 'here we go.'

Plus, Arsenal have been left shocked by Liverpool's pursuit of Martin Zubimendi and Man Utd face a massive hurdle in their pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Man City want Eze

FootballTransfers understands that Man City could make a move for England star Eberechi Eze before the transfer deadline.

Exclusive: Digne going nowhere

We were also told that Lucas Digne won't leave Aston Villa despite links to Galatasaray.

Chelsea's seal Omorodion deal

Fabrizio Romano has dropped his 'here we go' on Chelsea's move for Samu Omorodion - and he revealed that there were hijack attempts.

However, some reports claim that Chelsea now won't be able to sign Victor Osimhen, so are they making a mistake?

Liverpool's Zubimendi attack

All the way back in February, FootballTransfers exclusively revealed that Liverpool were ready to challenge Arsenal for Martin Zubimendi.

Now, they have managed to achieve something not even Mikel Arteta could: they have convinced him to leave Real Sociedad.

Man Utd's Lindelof problem

Man Utd want to sign Matthijs de Ligt but will first have to sell Victor Lindelof. The problem? Nobody can afford his massive wages.

However, they have been given a boost in their attempts to offload Antony.

Olmo to Barca

Dani Olmo is on the verge of joining Barcelona after passing his medical.

But how will they actually line up with the Spaniard?

Their business won't end there and Fabrizio Romano has revealed their next signing.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some transfer news from around the world. Arsenal's deal to sell Eddie Nketiah has finally been unlocked, but there's a new problem now.

Chelsea affiliate Strasbourg are close to signing Messi. Yes, you read that right.

Man Utd are wasting their time by pursuing Atalanta star Ederson.

Instead, they may have to focus on Monaco's Youssouf Fofana.

Arsenal could include Aaron Ramsdale in a shocking swap deal.

Man Utd are once again being linked with Ivan Toney.

Julian Alvarez's move to Atletico Madrid is set to smash a transfer record.

Romano has dropped a bombshell update on Arsenal's pursuit of Mikel Merino.

Could Jadon Sancho still join PSG this summer? Here's the latest on the rumour.

Lastly, Arsenal have been given the chance to sign an ideal backup for Bukayo Saka.