Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Thursday, September 10.
Thursday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Rennes captain confirms Edouard Mendy to Chelsea?
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Rennes captain Damien Da Silva appears to have confirmed that the French club's goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is closing in on a move to Chelsea.
The 28-year-old has been strongly linked with a switch to Stamford Bridge in recent days and various reports have claimed that a deal is close to being completed.
Mendy, who has kept 36 clean sheets in 85 appearances for Rennes, could replace Kepa Arrizabalaga as the club's number one goalkeeper should he arrive at Frank Lampard's side.
"We are a little selfish, we don't want to lose Edouard Mendy. But it's part of football and the transfer market. He's a great goalkeeper who deserves what happens to him," Da Silva told Telefoot.
Chelsea are thought to have agreed a fee in the region of £20m with Rennes, who have already played twice in Ligue 1 this term and are due to take on Nimes this weekend.
The Blues, meanwhile, will start their 2020-21 Premier League campaign away to Brighton & Hove Albion on September 14.
Manchester United 'beat Real Madrid to signing of Atletico Madrid starlet'
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Manchester United have reportedly completed a deal to sign highly-rated teenage striker Alejandro Garnacho from Atletico Madrid.
The 16-year-old came through the ranks with Atletico and had been playing with their Under-19s side last season.
Atletico's city rivals Real Madrid were also interested in his signature, while Borussia Dortmund were thought to be monitoring his progress too.
However, Marca reports that United have won the race for Garnacho, who is expected to arrive in England to officially complete the deal later this week.
The youngster, who will have to quarantine for 14 days following his arrival, is reportedly set to sign a five-year deal at Old Trafford.
Garnacho is the third Spanish teenager to join United this summer following the arrivals of 16-year-old Marc Jurado and 17-year-old Alvaro Fernandez from Barcelona and Real Madrid respectively.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Kai Havertz reportedly forfeited a £9m bonus in order to ensure that he was able to leave Bayer Leverkusen for Stamford Bridge last week. Read more.
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a fresh approach for Kalidou Koulibaly as they look to hijack Manchester City's move for the Napoli centre-back. Read more.
Alexandre Lacazette was offered the chance to return to Lyon in January on a short-term loan deal, according to the French club's sporting director Juninho Pernambucano. Read more.
Manchester United 'make breakthrough in Jadon Sancho pursuit'
Manchester United make a breakthrough in their pursuit of Borussia Dortmund attacker Jadon Sancho, according to a report. Read more.
Real Madrid 'slash Gareth Bale price to £22m amid Manchester United interest'
Real Madrid reportedly slash their asking price for Gareth Bale to just £22m amid rumoured renewed interest from Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Read more.
Emiliano Martinez 'rejects new Arsenal contract amid Aston Villa interest'
Rumoured Aston Villa target Emiliano Martinez reportedly rejects a new contract offer from Arsenal as he waits to hear whether he will be number one next season. Read more.
Manchester United 'prioritise attacking signings over Sergio Reguilon'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly prioritising an attacking player in the final weeks of the transfer window, with Jadon Sancho his top target. Read more.
Borussia Dortmund 'standing firm on Jadon Sancho valuation due to Kai Havertz price'
A report claims that Borussia Dortmund are now even more determined to raise a nine-figure sum for Jadon Sancho after Kai Havertz joined Chelsea for a large amount. Read more.
Barcelona 'make opening bid for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia'
Barcelona reportedly make an opening bid of around £7.3m for Manchester City defender Eric Garcia, whose contract at the Etihad Stadium expires next summer. Read more.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'keen on move for Joshua King'
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to re-sign Bournemouth forward Joshua King this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United target David Alaba 'wants to leave Bayern Munich this summer'
David Alaba, who has been linked with Manchester United, is reportedly keen to leave Bayern Munich this summer. Read more.
Manchester United 'willing to listen to offers for Chelsea-linked Sergio Romero'
Manchester United are reportedly willing to listen to offers for goalkeeper Sergio Romero, who has been linked with the likes of Chelsea, Leeds United and Aston Villa. Read more.
Liverpool 'put off by Adama Traore asking price'
Liverpool are not prepared to pay £64m to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers attacker Adama Traore this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Barcelona 'exploring possibility of re-signing Hector Bellerin'
Barcelona could attempt to re-sign Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Report: Liverpool to delay signing Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich
A report claims that Liverpool will delay making a move for Thiago Alcantara until next year as they do not want to pay Bayern Munich's £27m asking price. Read more.
Liverpool 'in line for £5m Philippe Coutinho windfall after Barcelona U-turn'
Barcelona must hand over another £5m to Liverpool once Philippe Coutinho makes 15 more appearances for the club, according to a report. Read more.
RB Leipzig boss rules out exit for Man United target Dayot Upamecano
RB Leipzig boss Julian Nagelsmann reiterates that defender Dayot Upamecano will not be sold during the summer transfer window. Read more.
Rennes president addresses Edouard Mendy, Chelsea speculation
Rennes president Nicolas Holveck says that his club are in "discussions" with Chelsea over goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. Read more.
Brother: 'Victor Osimhen turned down Manchester United move due to Odion Ighalo presence'
Victor Osimhen turned down the chance to join Manchester United this summer as he did not want to compete with Odion Ighalo for a starting spot, according to the Napoli forward's brother. Read more.
Georginio Wijnaldum 'set for showdown talks over Liverpool future'
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum will reportedly hold showdown talks with manager Jurgen Klopp regarding his future at the club amid interest from Barcelona. Read more.
Saul Niguez "flattered" by Manchester United interest
Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez says that he is "flattered" to be linked with a potential move to Manchester United. Read more.
Arsenal 'willing to cash in on £35m Hector Bellerin'
Arsenal are willing to sell Hector Bellerin for £35m this summer amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool 'refusing to lower £20m Harry Wilson asking price'
Liverpool are reportedly refusing to lower their £20m asking price for Harry Wilson, who is wanted by as many as five Premier League rivals. Read more.
Alexandre Lacazette 'to seek clarification over Arsenal future'
Alexandre Lacazette will hold talks with Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta to determine where he fits into the Spaniard's plans, according to a report. Read more.
Leicester City leading Manchester United in race for David Brooks?
A report claims that Leicester City are readying an offer for Bournemouth's David Brooks, who is also believed to be a target for Manchester United. Read more.
Five big moves from the Football League to Premier League
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal with Aston Villa. Read more.
Wolverhampton Wanderers sign Vitinha from Porto on season-long loan
The midfielder has linked up again with Fabio Silva. Read more.
Report: Arsenal lining up fresh bid for Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar
A report claims that Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar is top of Arsenal's transfer wishlist and the Gunners are ready to make a second offer. Read more.
Aston Villa complete club-record deal for Ollie Watkins
The striker has agreed a five-year deal at Villa Park. Read more.
Real Madrid willing to pay half of Gareth Bale's wages to offload forward?
Gareth Bale has reportedly been given hope of a Real Madrid exit this month as the Spanish giants are prepared to subsidise 50% of his £600,000-a-week wages. Read more.
Ollie Watkins joins Aston Villa from Brentford on five-year contract
The 24-year-old has signed a five-year deal at Villa Park in what is reported to be a club-record £28million deal that could potentially rise to £33m. Read more.
Callum Robinson joins West Brom as Sheffield United sign Oliver Burke
Oli Burke becomes the Blades' fourth signing of the week. Read more.
