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Latest Transfer News
Anthony Elanga on his way to Newcastle
Anthony Elanga has traveled to Newcastle to undergo a medical ahead of completing his £55 million move from Nottingham Forest.
An agreement was reached between the two clubs for the Swedish winger on Monday evening, after the Magpies’ bid was accepted for the 23-year-old, who played a direct involvement in 17 Premier League goals last season.
Ethan Nwaneri To Sign Arsenal Extension Despite Chelsea Links
Sources close to Arsenal believes there is optimism about Ethan Nwaneri signing the contract extension at Arsenal — believed to be a five-year deal until 2030.
There have been links with a move to Chelsea, who have previously shown interest before his fully integration into the senior team.
The Blues first made their move for Ethan in December 2022, when reports emerged that they included the Arsenal prodigy in their long-term of youth strategy.
He is now expected to sign the new Arsenal contract, to extend the one he signed last summer, which ends in 2026. Ethan has also been given a new shirt number 22, and has been assured more opportunities in the team.
Manchester United Still in Talks for Bryan Mbeumo
Bryan Mbeumo is growing increasingly frustrated as both Manchester United and Brentford have not been able to reach a neutral ground in their negotiation over a transfer fee.
The Cameroonian forward has made his intentions of joining the Red Devils clear earlier in the summer, but the club have failed to strike an agreement, with two bids already turned down by The Bees.
Brentford have also become frustrated with the slow progress of the deal, because United could not match their valuation of the player, and the payment structure is unacceptable.
Bayern Munich reignites Christopher Nkunku interest
Bayern Munich have reignited their interest in Christopher Nkunku, who is expected to leave Chelsea this summer. The Bavarians were linked with a move for the Chelsea outcast in January, but the interest did not advance.
Having failed in their pursuit of Nico Williams, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and with the departure of Leroy Sané and Musiala’s injury, there’s call for addition.
Chelsea are keen to sanction the sale and could demand up to £35 million for the Frenchman, who they signed from the Bundesliga in a £52 million deal with RB Leipzig in 2023.
Kota Takai joins Spurs from Kawasaki
Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of young defender Kota Takai on a five-year deal from Japanese club Kawasaki Frontale.
The 20-year-old is expected to be a part of the first team under new manager Thomas Frank, with Spurs parting with £5 million as payment for the deal.
Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi
