CloseArsenal are set to sign a centre-back this summer after it was confirmed that Premier League title winner William Saliba has been ruled out for an “extended period” with a back injury. The Gunners could turn to Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa or former Manchester City centre-back John Stones, who is available as a free agent. Arsenal are also set to step up their pursuit of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes but the Magpies are said to be frustrated by the lack of contact from the Premier League champions in what could turn into a protracted transfer saga. Newcastle are holding out for a fee similar to Sandro Tonali’s potential £100m move to Tottenham Hotspur. Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has set out his targets for the transfer window and has confirmed the Reds “definitely need to sign a winger”. Liverpool have now reportedly turned their attention towards Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche, who is also wanted by Paris Saint-Germain, while PSG’s Bradley Barcola is also still a target. Manchester United are still interested in adding another midfielder after signing Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans and are said to be in talks with Roma for France international Manu Kone, while Chelsea have agreed to loan Alejandro Garnacho to Aston Villa after their record signing of Morgan Rogers. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and reports, below Manchester United target another midfielder Manchester United have been linked with a £51m move for Paris Saint-Germain’s France international midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery, and are reportedly considering tabling a bid, according to Top Mercato in France.Having signed Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos but missing out on Elliot Anderson and Sandro Tonali, United are keen to sign another midfielder - with Manu Kone, Aurelien and Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga also linked.Zaire-Emery is a two-time Champions League winner with PSG but the 20-year-old is not first choice, but the options at the European Champions.However, the journalist Graeme Bailey reports that Zaire-Emery is not for sale this summer, and that the midfielder has no desire to leave his hometown club.Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 08:17Will Rodri push for Real Madrid move after World Cup triumph? Rodri returned to the level of Ballon d’Or winner as the Manchester City midfielder guided Spain to the World Cup and he received the award for player of the tournament. He has also been a long-term target for Real Madrid, and the Daily Mail are reporting that Rodri is now set to push for a move to the Spanish giants following the World Cup. The report adds that any move for Rodri could have a knock-on effect for several players, including Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga, both of whom have been linked with Manchester United as they target another midfielder this summer. Rodri, who is 30 and has one year left on his Manchester City contract, is said to be keen on a return to Spain and it would be a popular move for Real Madrid president Florentino Perez to make following his heroics at the World Cup. (Getty)Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 08:12William Saliba set for ‘extended period’ on sidelines with back injuryPremier League champions Arsenal have been dealt a significant injury blow after centre-back William Saliba was ruled out for “an extended period” with a back injury.The defender played with a back problem during France’s run to the World Cup semi-final and, although he will not require an operation, the 25-year-old is set for a spell on the sidelines.“Subsequent specialist reviews on William’s return to London this week have confirmed that he has suffered a back injury which will require a period of rehabilitation,” said a statement from Arsenal.Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 07:57Liverpool to hijack PSG's bid Maghnes Akliouche?After Andoni Iraola made clear that Liverpool “definitely need to sign a winger” this month, the Reds have reportedly turned their attention towards Monaco’s Maghnes Akliouche.The 24-year-old, who is left footed, was part of France’s World Cup squad and has also been linked with Paris Saint-Germain this summer. He scored six goals and made six assists for Monaco in Ligue 1 last season.Sky Sports News are reporting that Liverpool have made an “initial approach” for Akliouche and have made an enquiry about his availability this summer. PSG have also been linked to another Liverpool target, Yan Diomande.(Getty)Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 07:51Newcastle 'frustrated' by Arsenal's approach to Bruno GuimaraesNewcastle are said to be “frustrated” by Arsenal’s pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes and will listen to offers of more than £80m for their captain, according to Sky Sports News reporter Keith Downie.Arsenal are set to accelerate their interest in the Brazil international but Newcastle have been reportedly angered by the Gunners’ approach, as they are yet to contact Newcastle directly with a bid.Guimaraes wants to leave the club this summer but Newcastle are also being guided by the £100m fee Tottenham paid for their Italy international midfielder Sandro Tonali.(Getty)Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 07:49Chelsea transfer news: Possible moves? Confirmed incomings: Morgan Rogers, Marco Palestra, Geovany Quenda, Denner, Emmanuel EmeghaConfirmed outgoings: Andrey Santos, Marc Cucurella, Tyrique George Linked with? Alex Scott, Maxence Lacroix, John Stones, Granit Xhaka (Getty)Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 06:00Liverpool transfer news: Possible moves? Confirmed incomings: Jeremy Jacquet, Victor MunozConfirmed outgoings: Andy Robertson, Ibrahima Konate, Mohamed SalahLinked with? Bradley Barcola, Yan Diomande, Maghnes Akliouche, Adam Wharton(Getty)Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 05:00ICYMI: Jeff Bezos ‘approached’ to join consortium in talks over Liverpool investmentJeff Bezos, the Amazon founder and fourth-richest man in the world, has been “approached” by a consortium that is in talks to buy a minority stake in Liverpool, according to reports.Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group confirmed on Tuesday that they had been approached by a consortium led by Amit Bhatia, the British-Indian millionaire and former co-owner of QPR.Sky News reported that Bezos has held “discussions” with the group, with talks still at an early stage.Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 04:01Southampton’s head coach Tonda Eckert charged by FA over ‘Spygate’ scandalSouthampton’s head coach Tonda Eckert has been charged by the Football Association over the ‘Spygate’ scandal.Saints were thrown out of the Championship play-offs by the EFL in May over the affair and docked four points for the coming season.The club admitted spying on a training session held by play-off opponents Middlesbrough in May, and on sessions at Ipswich and Oxford earlier in the season.On May 21 the FA confirmed it was investigating the matter, and on Wednesday it announced charges had been brought.Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 03:00ICYMI: Bournemouth reject Alex Scott bid from ChelseaBournemouth have rejected an approach from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott and the Cherris have reportedly made it clear that they will not be selling the England Under-21 international this summer.However, the BBC have reported that Scott has rejected a new contract and has told Bournemouth that he is not willing to agree a new deal. The BBC report states that Chelsea’s bid was £64m but Bournemouth do not want to sell.His current deal runs until 2028, so Bournemouth are not under pressure to sell this summer, having turned down one approach from Chelsea already.Arsenal and Manchester United are also very interested as they seek help in the engine room and it would be a coup if any of the trio could prise Scott away from the south coast.Jamie Braidwood23 July 2026 02:01