Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Wednesday, September 2.
Wednesday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey 'wants Arsenal move'
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Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey is reportedly open to a move to Arsenal amid persistent speculation linking him with a move to the Emirates.
The Gunners have been tipped to move for Partey for several months now, with his release clause at Atletico believed to be set at £44m, but Arsenal are severely cash-strapped in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Mikel Arteta is understood to be desperate to get a deal for Partey over the line, but the Gunners boss will reportedly have to do away with at least three players in order to raise the required funds.
However, there may now be an extra motivation for the Gunners to trim their wage bill, with Goal reporting that Partey is indeed keen on making the switch to North London.
Atletico have not been immune from the implications of the COVID-19 crisis, and the report claims that Partey is open to a departure after the La Liga outfit could not offer him a bumper new contract.
Partey has amassed 16 goals from 185 games at Atletico across all competitions, where he is under contract until 2023.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'demands three more signings after Donny van de Beek'
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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly determined to further strengthen Manchester United's squad with three more signings once a deal for Donny van de Beek is concluded.
The Red Devils are expected to confirm the arrival of Ajax ace Van de Beek in the coming days in a transfer worth around £40m.
After bolstering his midfield options, The Times claims that Solskjaer will then turn focus to bringing in players in three other troublesome positions.
A new centre-back is said to have been targeted before the transfer window shuts on October 5, as well as a right winger and a striker.
However, United will first have to move on some first-team players, with Jesse Lingard and Andreas Pereira being linked with the Old Trafford exit in recent weeks.
Borussia Dortmund attacker Jadon Sancho is widely considered to be Solskjaer's primary target, but the Bundesliga club are refusing to budge on their £108m valuation.
More transfer news from Premier League:
A look at the Blues' new signings ahead of Kai Havertz's expected arrival
Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, Ben Chilwell, Malang Sarr and Thiago Silva are already on board at Stamford Bridge. Read more.
Arsenal will look to sell at least three players this summer in order to raise the required funds for Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey, according to a report. Read more.
Sports Mole takes a closer look at versatile Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz ahead of his expected switch to Chelsea. Read more.
The deal taking midfielder Kai Havertz from Bayer Leverkusen to Chelsea has reportedly been signed for more than a week, with official confirmation expected soon. Read more.
Arsenal confirm the signing of 22-year-old Brazilian centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes on a "long-term contract" from Lille. Read more.
Manchester United are reportedly expecting Roma to make a fresh approach for Chris Smalling in the coming days and plan to use those funds to sign Dayot Upamecano. Read more.
Jurgen Klopp is reportedly willing to give Marko Grujic a chance to prove himself in the first team at Liverpool during their pre-season preparations. Read more.
Everton 'complete James Rodriguez, Allan signings'
Midfield duo James Rodriguez and Allan are reportedly both set to make the move to Everton from Real Madrid and Napoli respectively. Read more.
Barcelona 'to offer Lionel Messi new two-year deal'
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to offer a new two-year contract to Lionel Messi, despite the forward expressing a desire to leave Camp Nou. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur open to Tanguy Ndombele offers?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly open to offers for club-record signing Tanguy Ndombele, who has struggled under Jose Mourinho in North London. Read more.
Donny van de Beek 'to take number 34 shirt at Manchester United'
Donny van de Beek will reportedly request the number 34 shirt at Manchester United in a tribute to former Ajax academy teammate Abdelhak Nouri. Read more.
How Manchester United could line up with Donny van de Beek
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up with Donny van de Beek in their side this coming season. Read more.
Manchester City chief 'in Barcelona for Lionel Messi talks'
Manchester City's director of football Txiki Begiristain is allegedly already in Barcelona in a bid to negotiate a deal for Lionel Messi. Read more.
Eric Garcia hoping to stay at Manchester City amid Barcelona links
Manchester City defender Eric Garcia insists that he wants to stay at the club next season, despite rejecting a new contract amid talk of a return to Barcelona. Read more.
Report: Manchester City agree personal terms with Kalidou Koulibaly
A report claims that Manchester City have agreed personal terms with Kalidou Koulibaly, but they must now match Napoli's valuation for the centre-back. Read more.
Barcelona board 'at odds over Lionel Messi future'
The Barcelona board are reportedly split over the future of Lionel Messi, who wishes to leave Camp Nou this summer. Read more.
Antonio Rudiger hopes to have convinced Kai Havertz to join Chelsea
Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger hints that he has played a part in convincing international teammate Kai Havertz to join the club this summer. Read more.
Fred 'to remain at Manchester United despite Donny van de Beek signing'
Manchester United are reportedly likely to keep hold of Fred this summer, despite the expected arrival of Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek. Read more.
Kai Havertz passes Chelsea medical ahead of club-record move?
Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Kai Havertz reportedly passes his medical ahead of his proposed £89m move to Chelsea. Read more.
Lionel Messi to be hit with £1m fine after missing Barcelona training?
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to hand a £1m fine to Lionel Messi after he missed the resumption of first-team training. Read more.
Ajax to use Donny van de Beek cash on Barcelona's Luis Suarez?
Ajax are reportedly planning to use the funds from Donny van de Beek's imminent Manchester United move on bringing Barcelona striker Luis Suarez back to the club. Read more.
Chelsea put £80m price tag on Inter Milan target N'Golo Kante?
Chelsea are allegedly prepared to demand £80m if Inter Milan look to follow up their interest in midfielder N'Golo Kante. Read more.
Barcelona presidential candidate admits Lionel Messi to Manchester City is "likely"
Lionel Messi leaving Barcelona to reunite with Pep Guardiola is a "logical" choice, according to Barca presidential candidate Toni Freixa. Read more.
Inter Milan chief denies interest in Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante
Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio denies reports that the club are interested in signing £80m-rated Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante this summer. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur want Barcelona youngster Lucas De Vega?
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly hold an interest in signing Barcelona youngster Lucas De Vega before the end of the summer transfer window. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain make £25m bid for Arsenal's Hector Bellerin?
Paris Saint-Germain reportedly offer Arsenal £25m plus £5m in add-ons for right-back Hector Bellerin, who is under contract at the Emirates until 2023. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'may need to miss a season in order to leave Barcelona for free'
Barcelona are reportedly confident that they will not lose Lionel Messi on a free transfer this summer, despite the forward's determination to push through an exit. Read more.
Lionel Messi's incredible record under Pep Guardiola amid Manchester City links
Amid speculation linking Lionel Messi with a move to Manchester City, Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the forward's incredible record under Pep Guardiola. Read more.
Inter Milan rule out summer move for Barcelona captain Lionel Messi
Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio rules out the possibility of the club signing wantaway Barcelona captain Lionel Messi this summer. Read more.
Liverpool youngster Rhys Williams signs long-term deal at Anfield
Rhys Williams, an England youth international, has progressed through the age groups since joining Liverpool's academy as a 10-year-old. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur open talks over new Hugo Lloris deal?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly keen to agree a new contract with goalkeeper Hugo Lloris over the coming weeks. Read more.
Derby County keen on Leeds United attacker Tyler Roberts?
Derby County are reportedly preparing to make an approach for Leeds United attacker Tyler Roberts in the coming weeks. Read more.
Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum 'agrees Barcelona deal'
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum has reportedly agreed personal terms with Barcelona ahead of a proposed move to Camp Nou. Read more.
Ian Wright urges Arsenal to tie up Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal
The 31-year-old Gabon striker is understood to have agreed a new contract but there has been no confirmation yet. Read more.
Newcastle offer Matt Ritchie plus cash to Bournemouth for Callum Wilson
The Bournemouth striker scored eight Premier League goals last season as the Cherries were relegated. Read more.
Man United 'make contact with Liverpool-linked Thiago Alcantara'
Manchester United contact Thiago Alcantara's advisors to discuss a deal for the Bayern Munich midfielder, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'will not give up on Jadon Sancho'
Manchester United will reportedly not give up on Jadon Sancho unless the Borussia Dortmund attacker makes a statement on his future. Read more.
Brighton striker Glenn Murray joins Watford on season-long loan
Glenn Murray has been the club's highest goalscorer in the post-war era, with 111 strikes to his name across his two spells on the south coast. Read more.
Leeds-linked defender Ben White signs new Brighton contract
Ben White excelled last season on loan at Leeds. Read more.
Celtic sign Brighton & Hove Albion defender Shane Duffy on loan
Shane Duffy was named Brighton's player of the season for the 2018-19 campaign. Read more.
Lionel Messi father lands in Barcelona for showdown talks
The father of Lionel Messi lands in Spain on Wednesday morning for showdown talks with Barcelona. Read more.
Anthony Gordon handed new long-term deal by Everton
The 19-year-old forward has agreed a five-year contract. Read more.
