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Imminent departure? Fulham 'in talks' over striker sale
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fmarco-silva.jpg "Fulham manager Marco Silva on May 19, 2024")
Fulham are reportedly in talks with Bragantino over the potential sale of striker Carlos Vinicius.
The Cottagers have four centre-forward options in their squad, including their current first-choice striker Rodrigo Muniz.
In addition to Vinicius, Silva can also call upon Raul Jimenez and Jay Stansfield, with the latter back at Craven Cottage after spending last season on loan at Birmingham City.
Stansfield scored against his former loan club in Tuesday's EFL Cup tie at St Andrew's, finding the net just four minutes after Jimenez had given the visitors a 10th-minute lead.
Chelsea 'unlikely' to find buyer for £200k-a-week defensive outcast
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Fchelsea.jpg "Ben Chilwell of Chelsea and Axel Disasi of Chelsea after the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge on August 28, 2024")
Chelsea left-back Ben Chilwell looks likely to remain at Stamford Bridge beyond the summer transfer deadline after a Premier League rival dropped their interest in his services, according to a report.
Chilwell has fallen in the pecking order behind Marc Cucurella in the Blues' setup and his lack of game time last season also led to him being left out of Gareth Southgate's squad for Euro 2024.
The 27-year-old is one of several players who have been excluded from training with the Chelsea first team, having been deemed surplus to requirements under new boss Enzo Maresca.
Among the other outcasts at Stamford Bridge are Raheem Sterling, Trevoh Chalobah, Djordje Petrovic and Carney Chukwuemeka, while Conor Gallagher managed to secure a move to Atletico Madrid earlier this month.
Arsenal 'agree' to £25m Aaron Ramsdale sale to Premier League rivals
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Farsenal.jpg "Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal during the warm up in the Pre-season Friendly match between Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais on August 28, 2024")
Arsenal have reportedly agreed to a £25m deal to sell their backup goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale to Premier League rivals Southampton ahead of the summer transfer deadline.
The 26-year-old shot-stopper was included in the PFA Team of the Year in the 2022-23 season when the Gunners mounted their first serious Premier League title challenge in 15 years.
At that point, there was widespread speculation that he could potentially replace Jordan Pickford as England's first-choice goalkeeper leading up to the European Championship.
However, things quickly took a downward turn for Ramsdale when Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta decided that David Raya was a better tactical fit and handed the Spaniard a starting role for the side after arriving on loan from Brentford.
Man City defender 'close' to agreeing loan move to Benfica ahead of Friday deadline
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Fmanchester-city_1.jpg "Manchester City's Issa Kabore during the FA Community Shield match at Wembley Stadium on August 27, 2024")
Portuguese giants Benfica are reportedly nearing an agreement on a loan deal for Issa Kabore from Manchester City ahead of Friday's transfer deadline.
The 23-year-old defender joined the Citizens in 2020 from Belgian outfit Mechelen for a fee of around £5.5m but has yet to play a competitive match for Pep Guardiola's side.
Over the last four years, the Burkina Faso international has been sent on loan to Troyes and Marseille, and spent the entire of last season playing for Luton Town before returning to the Etihad Stadium this summer.
Kabore featured in 24 Premier League matches for the Hatters last term, and his performances for them led to considerable interest in his services from several European clubs during the transfer window.
The worst-kept secret: Arsenal finally confirm loan exit for 24-year-old
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Arsenal have finally confirmed the loan exit of Fabio Vieira to former club Porto on a season-long loan deal, one day after the Portuguese side announced his arrival.
With the 24-year-old playing backup to the likes of Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka in the Arsenal attack, his opportunities for starts have been limited in the past 12 months.
Even though Arsenal are lacking genuine cover and competition for Saka on the right, Vieira was given the green light to return to Porto, where he rose to prominence before joining the Gunners in 2022.
The Dragons confirmed the signing of the playmaker on Tuesday, but there was interestingly no announcement from Arsenal, who prioritised Mikel Merino content following the Spaniard's move from Real Sociedad.
Serie A bound? Italian club 'considering' Lindelof move
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F34%2Fvictor-lindelof.jpeg "Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof on July 31, 2024")
Serie A side Lazio are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof.
The Sweden international has made 259 competitive appearances since joining the Red Devils from Benfica in the summer of 2017.
Lindelof's seven-year stay at Old Trafford appears to be drawing to a close after entering the final 12 months of his contract.
The 30-year-old has slipped down the pecking order following the summer arrivals of Leny Yoro and Matthijs de Ligt.
Transfer setback: Arsenal dealt blow in pursuit of Ramsdale replacement
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F16%2Fmikel-arteta.jpg "Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta reacts on April 9, 2024")
Espanyol boss Manolo Gonzalez has seemingly dealt Arsenal a setback in their bid to sign goalkeeper Joan Garcia.
The Gunners have already recruited a goalkeeper this summer after they converted David Raya's loan move into a permanent stay.
While Raya is Arsenal's undisputed number one, the Gunners are in the market for a new goalkeeper before Friday's transfer deadline.
The North London club are looking for a replacement for Aaron Ramsdale, who is set to depart in search of regular game time.
"Different view": Dutch goalkeeper fails Southampton medical
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F22%2F07%2Frussell-martin.jpg "Swansea City manager Russell Martin on February 19, 2022")
Southampton have reportedly seen a deal for Feyenoord goalkeeper Justin Bijlow collapse.
The 26-year-old has been the first-choice stopper for his hometown club for the past three seasons, winning the Eredivisie with the Pride of the South during the 2022-23 term.
Bijlow kept six clean sheets in 17 top-flight starts last campaign for Feyenoord, who were beaten by PSV Eindhoven to the Dutch crown this time around.
Since graduating from the Rotterdam-based club's academy in 2016, the keeper has made 143 appearances across all competitions for the Dutch giants.
Late swoop? Aston Villa 'lining up' surprise move for Barca attacker
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F32%2Funai-emery.jpg "Aston Villa manager Unai Emery on August 7, 2024")
Aston Villa are reportedly interested in signing Barcelona winger Raphinha in the closing stages of the summer transfer window.
Villa have made several additions to their side over the summer, including Ian Maatsen, Ross Barkley, Amadou Onana, Cameron Archer, Jaden Philogene and Enzo Barrenechea.
Unai Emery is still keen to bring in further reinforcements before Friday's deadline, with the Villa boss looking to build a squad that can deal with the demands of Champions League football.
The Villans have recently been linked with a potential move for Raphinha, who is under contract with Barcelona until the summer of 2027.
Concrete interest: Leicester 'receive' £5m Cannon bid from Championship side
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Ftom-cannon.jpg "Tom Cannon of Leicester City on August 19, 2024")
Leicester City have reportedly received a £5m bid from Championship outfit Hull City for Tom Cannon.
The 21-year-old developed his game in the youth teams of Everton, before a loan spell at second-tier Preston North End allowed the striker to announce himself on the senior stage.
During a temporary stint at Deepdale during the second half of the 2022-23 campaign, Cannon made the net ripple on eight occasions across 21 appearances for Ryan Lowe's Lilywhites.
Stellar displays in Lancashire from the Irishman resulted in a high-profile move to Leicester last summer, although the attacker endured a troubling debut term in the East Midlands.
Brentford complete signing of highly-rated Brazilian winger
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Brentford have confirmed the permanent signing of winger Gustavo Nunes from Brazilian club Gremio.
The Bees have agreed to pay a fee in excess of £10m to sign Nunes, who has reportedly been scouted by the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United.
Nunes has put pen to paper on a six-year contract, with an option for Brentford to extend by a further two years.
The 18-year-old becomes Brentford's fourth addition of the summer transfer window following the arrivals of Igor Thiago, Fabio Carvalho and Sepp van den Berg.
Another attacker? Ipswich 'make contact' over move for French forward
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F34%2Fkieran-mckenna.jpg "Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna applauds the fans after the match on August 17, 2024")
Ipswich Town are reportedly interested in signing Crystal Palace forward Odsonne Edouard.
The 26-year-old has been on the verge of cementing a spot in the starting XI of the Eagles since the departure of playmaker Michael Olise to Bayern Munich earlier in the summer.
Edouard played the second half of Palace's Premier League opener versus Brentford on August 18, before starting the 2-0 loss to West Ham United at Selhurst Park six days later.
Joining the Londoners from Scottish juggernauts Celtic during the summer window of 2021, the Frenchman has featured on 103 occasions for the Eagles, finding the net 21 times.
Barcelona 'submit loan offer' for Liverpool midfielder
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F29%2Fhansi-flick.jpg "Head Coach Hansi Flick FC Barcelona, Barca gestures during a FC Barcelona training session at Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper in Barcelona, Spain, on July 19 2024")
Barcelona have reportedly made a loan offer for Liverpool midfielder Stefan Bajcetic.
The 19-year-old has been overlooked for a spot in the Liverpool squad in the early stages of the 2024-25 campaign, and the Spaniard is expected to leave Anfield on a temporary basis before the window closes.
Red Bull Salzburg have been heavily linked with Bajcetic, but according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, an offer has now been lodged by Barcelona.
Romano claims that Hansi Flick's side have offered a loan fee of €4m (£3.4m), but there will be no purchase option included in the agreement, with Liverpool therefore free to revisit his future next summer.
Wolves 'register an interest' in securing reunion with former key man
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F33%2Fgary-oneil.JPG "Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Gary O'Neil on August 17, 2024.")
Wolverhampton Wanderers have reportedly identified a former key player as a potential arrival before the end of the summer transfer window.
The club's fanbase have been left frustrated by the attempts that have been made to strengthen their options in defensive areas.
Although Max Kilman has effectively been replaced by the returning Yerson Mosquera, the perception is that Wolves are lacking quality in the middle of their backline.
There is also scepticism over whether the players at Gary O'Neil's disposal are capable of being deployed effectively in a back four, particularly with eight goals having been shipped against Arsenal and Chelsea respectively.
Transfer news and rumours today: Mangala to Everton, El Khannouss to Leicester
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Forel-mangala.jpg "Belgium's Orel Mangala in action on July 1, 2024")
Everton are reportedly locked in talks with Lyon over a potential deal for midfielder Orel Mangala.
The Toffees have made six signings during the course of the summer transfer window, having recruited Jake O'Brien, Iliman Ndiaye, Jack Harrison, Jesper Lindstrom, Tim Iroegbunam and Asmir Begovic.
Everton are still keen to make further additions after experiencing a difficult start to the Premier League season, losing 3-0 to Brighton & Hove Albion before falling to a 4-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur.
According to The Athletic, Everton are currently in negotiations with Lyon over a season-long loan deal for Mangala.
Forest in 'hot negotiations' to secure deal for Roma midfielder
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F33%2Fnuno-espirito-santo.jpg "Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo on August 2, 2024")
Nottingham Forest have reportedly stepped up their efforts to acquire the services of a new midfielder before the end of the summer transfer window.
Nuno Espirito Santo went into the first Premier League game of the season against Bournemouth with five central-midfielders at his disposal.
However, that has since dropped to four with Danilo having suffered a broken ankle, the Brazilian having subsequently been ruled out in the long term.
As a result, it has become clear that the East Midlands outfit have re-entered the market to bolster their options in that area of the pitch, Nuno seemingly determined to bring in a statement name.
Sancho saga over? Man United 'agree deal' with European heavyweights
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F34%2Fjadon-sancho.jpeg "Manchester United's Jadon Sancho on August 10, 2024")
Manchester United and Juventus have reportedly come to an agreement over a deal for Jadon Sancho, with the English attacker expected to move to Turin in the closing stages of the summer window.
There has been a host of speculation surrounding Sancho's future in recent weeks, and Chelsea have been heavily linked with a move for the ex-Manchester City youngster.
Raheem Sterling has been a part of the conversation with Man United, with a swap deal being discussed, but Juventus have now seemingly won the race for the 24-year-old.
According to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, an agreement has been reached over a loan deal for the 2024-25 campaign, with an obligation to make it a permanent switch next summer.
Chilwell to Old Trafford? Man United 'make decision' on Chelsea defender
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Manchester United will reportedly not be signing Chelsea's Ben Chilwell in the closing stages of the summer transfer window despite the speculation surrounding the left-back.
Diogo Dalot has been playing at left-back in the early stages of the 2024-25 campaign, with new signing Noussair Mazraoui operating on the right, as Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia are both sidelined.
The 20-time English champions have allegedly been open to signing a new player in that area of the field this summer if the right opportunity arrived.
Chelsea and Man United are currently in talks over Raheem Sterling and Jadon Sancho, with the pair potentially switching clubs this summer, although it is believed that Juventus have taken the lead when it comes to the battle to sign the latter from Old Trafford.
Salah replacement? Why Liverpool want Federico Chiesa
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Ffederico-chiesa_1.jpg "Federico Chiesa pictured for Italy in June 2024")
After a subdued summer on the transfer front, Liverpool have sprung a surprise with just a few days of the window remaining, pouncing for a cut-price deal to sign Federico Chiesa.
Despite his reputation, the Italy international had been seeking a new club for several weeks, so his imminent arrival at Anfield will be questioned by fans and pundits alike.
The former Fiorentina winger was frozen out at Juventus, but his exile is set to end with an attractive move to the Premier League, after a possible switch to Barcelona failed to transpire.
Undoubtedly, Chiesa will be delighted to join Arne Slot's post-Klopp evolution, but why does a Liverpool squad packed with attacking talent need Chiesa?
Plot twist? Villa 'evaluating' potential move for Chelsea forward
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F33%2Funai-emery.JPG "Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery on August 17, 2024.")
Aston Villa are reportedly interested in the surprise signing of Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson before the end of the summer transfer window.
The West Midlands outfit are currently in the process of finalising their squad ahead of their first-ever appearance in the Champions League.
Unai Emery has already been regularly active in the market, with the acquisition of another defender now the priority over anything else.
However, Villa are having to remain alert to the possibility of further interest in Jhon Duran, who has held a £40m valuation in recent months.
Man United 'step up' talks for exiled Chelsea star
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F33%2Ferik-ten-hag.jpg "Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on August 16, 2024")
Manchester United have reportedly stepped up their efforts to secure a deal for an unwanted Chelsea star.
As a result of the Blues' relentless approach to the summer transfer window, it is common knowledge which players are not part of Enzo Maresca's plans at Stamford Bridge.
There are in the region of 15 players that are training away from the first-team squad as they wait to discover whether they can attract a suitable offer before Friday's transfer deadline.
Players ranging from established internationals to youngsters without a senior outing feature in the aforementioned group, with Chelsea willing to cash in one the majority.
Black and white to red all over: Liverpool 'agree' bargain Chiesa deal
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Ffederico-chiesa.jpg "Federico Chiesa celebrates scoring for Juventus in May 2024")
Liverpool have reportedly reached a full agreement to sign Juventus winger Federico Chiesa, who will soon travel to Merseyside to pen a long-term contract with the Reds.
The Euro 2020 winner has long been linked with a move to the Premier League, and more specifically Liverpool, where he has been tipped to fill the boots of the ageing Mohamed Salah.
Liverpool had never previously firmed up their interest in signing Chiesa, but they started to seriously explore a deal when the 26-year-old was frozen out of Thiago Motta's Juve squad.
Chiesa only has one year left to run on his contract with the Turin giants, who therefore decided to place him on the transfer list and ostracise him from the group in a bid to recoup a small fee rather than lose him for nothing in 2025.
Man City, Arsenal 'both keen' on late deal for highly-rated teenager
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Arsenal and Manchester City are reportedly considering making moves for Brighton & Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson in the closing stages of the summer transfer window.
Ferguson, 19, has scored 16 times and registered five assists in 65 appearances for his current side, and he is regarded as one of the best young attackers in the Premier League.
The Republic of Ireland international has not featured for the Seagulls since March due to an ankle problem, but he was back on the bench for his side's EFL Cup second-round clash with Crawley Town on Tuesday night.
Manchester United are believed to have a long-standing interest in Ferguson, who has 12 Premier League goals to his name since arriving from Bohemians in 2021.
Shock late incoming? Man United 'open talks' over striker deal
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F29%2Ferik-ten-hag_6.jpg "Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag on July 20, 2024")
Manchester United have reportedly held discussions with Brentford over a possible deal for Ivan Toney in the closing stages of the summer transfer window.
Toney continues to be linked with a switch to Saudi Arabia, but Chelsea are believed to be firmly in the race for the England international, with the Blues thought to be determined to beat Al-Ahli to his signature.
According to the London Evening Standard, there is also interest from Man United, with the Red Devils exploring the possibility of signing the Brentford striker before Friday's deadline.
The report claims that there have been 'preliminary conversations' between Man United and Brentford over a move for the Englishman, but Chelsea are still leading the English interest.
Osimhen vs. Toney comparison: Which striker should Chelsea sign?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Fivan-toney-victor-osimhen.png "Chelsea transfers: Toney vs. Osimhen comparison on August 28, 2024")
Since the spectacular failure of Romelu Lukaku's return to Stamford Bridge in the summer of 2021, Chelsea have been short of a talismanic striker that could follow in the footsteps of club greats like Didier Drogba.
Last season, the Blues toiled in the final third, as Nicolas Jackson struggled to find his feet after arriving from Spain and Christopher Nkunku was laid low by injury.
Despite outlaying many millions during the current transfer window, most fans still yearn for a true number nine to spearhead Chelsea's exciting young attack.
In recent days, both Ivan Toney and long-time target Victor Osimhen have been considered by the big-spending London club - but which one would best link up with Cole Palmer and co? Here, Sports Mole weighs up the merits of both.
"It's been a great journey" - Chelsea academy graduate confirms Serie A move
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Ftino-anjorin.jpg "Tino Anjorin in action for Portsmouth in April 2024.")
Chelsea academy graduate Tino Anjorin has confirmed that he is ending his long-time association with the club.
There were initially high hopes for the playmaker to become a regular member of the starting lineup having made the step up into the senior ranks during 2019-20.
However, the coronavirus pandemic and injury issues significantly halted his development and led to the Blues going in a different direction.
Almost five years on from his senior debut and having made just five appearances for Chelsea, Anjorin has taken to social media to acknowledge that he is leaving for pastures new.
Loan exit: Barca youngster pens new deal before Celtic switch
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Falex-valle.jpg "Barcelona defender Alex Valle on August 17, 2024")
Celtic have announced the signing of Barcelona defender Alex Valle on a season-long loan.
The 20-year-old spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Levante, making 29 appearances for the team in the second tier of Spanish football, and he is now spending another season away from his parent club.
However, Barcelona have signed the youngster to a new contract until June 2026.
"FC Barcelona and defender Alex Valle have reached an agreement to extend the player's contract until 30 June 2026, with the option of two further seasons," read a club statement from Barcelona.
Slot reunion in tatters: Liverpool beaten to £49.7m deal
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F35%2Fteun-koopmeiners_1.jpg "Atalanta BC's Teun Koopmeiners pictured in August 2024")
Juventus have confirmed that Atalanta BC midfielder Teun Koopmeiners has arrived in Turin for his medical and contract signing ahead of his £49.6m switch from the Europa League winners.
The Netherlands international's desire to leave Gian Piero Gasperini's side has been an open secret for a number of months ever since it emerged that he had handed in a transfer request in Bergamo.
The likes of Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool were believed to have been put on red alert by Koopmeiners's availability, and a move to Anfield in particular was strongly mooted.
Koopmeiners worked with current Reds boss Arne Slot during his time at AZ Alkmaar, where he rose to prominence as a goalscoring midfielder and earned a marquee move to Atalanta in 2021.
Midfield departure: Man United confirm exit ahead of Ugarte arrival
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F30%2Ferik-ten-hag_1.jpg "Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag on July 26, 2024")
Manchester United have confirmed that Hannibal Mejbri has left the club on a permanent basis to join Burnley, with the midfielder penning a four-year contract at Turf Moor.
The 21-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Sevilla, but the La Liga outfit turned down the chance to sign him on a permanent basis.
Rangers are among the clubs to be linked with the Tunisia international this summer, but his move to Championship Burnley has now been confirmed.
"Hannibal has completed a permanent transfer from Manchester United to Championship side Burnley," read a statement on the Premier League club's official website.
Clock is ticking: When will Man United confirm Ugarte deal?
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F33%2Fmanuel-ugarte.jpg "Paris Saint-Germain's Manuel Ugarte on May 25, 2024")
Manuel Ugarte is reportedly currently undergoing his medical at Manchester United, with the midfielder preparing to join the 20-time English champions from Paris Saint-Germain.
Following weeks of negotiations, the Red Devils have been able to come to an agreement with PSG over a deal for Ugarte, with the Uruguay international heading to Manchester on Tuesday night.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Ugarte is now undergoing his medical at the club's Carrington training complex, and the deal is expected to be confirmed over the next 24 hours.
As a result, there is a strong chance that the 23-year-old will be in the squad for Sunday's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford.
Liverpool 'not considering' Nunez sale despite links to PL rival
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F52%2Fdarwin-nunez.JPG "Darwin Nunez celebrates scoring for Liverpool on December 26, 2023")
Liverpool reportedly have no intention of allowing Darwin Nunez to move elsewhere before the end of the summer transfer window.
Since making the big-money switch from Benfica in 2022, the forward has contributed 33 goals and 17 assists from his 97 appearances in all competitions.
However, Nunez has continued to divide opinion courtesy of the amount of big chances that he has regularly squandered during his stint on Merseyside.
With just 20 goals in the Premier League, the perception is that the Uruguay international has failed to justify his transfer fee, which could rise to in excess of £80m should all add-ons be activated.
Could Calvert-Lewin still leave Everton? Three PL clubs 'considering late bid'
![Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring their first goal on April 2, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/thumbor/PTWIbzkRMUsnOisdjosGhhFLFEU=/640x480/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F25%2Fdominic-calvert-lewin.jpg "Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring their first goal on April 2, 2024 [IMAGO]")
Everton forward Dominic Calvert-Lewin is allegedly still attracting interest from three Premier League clubs.
With less than 12 months on his contract, the Toffees have needed to be realistic regarding the potential sale of their first-choice striker.
However, as it stands, Everton are yet to receive a suitable offer for a player who has shown an unwillingness to extend his stay at Goodison Park.
The 27-year-old remains a key man in the Everton XI, yet Sean Dyche acknowledged over the weekend that he has minimal funds to strengthen a team that have failed to score in their opening two Premier League fixtures and conceded seven goals at the other end.
Transfer news and rumours today: Amrabat to Everton, Ogbene to Ipswich
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F23%2F39%2Fsofyan-amrabat_1.JPG "Manchester United's Sofyan Amrabat on September 26, 2023")
Everton have reportedly made an approach for Sofyan Amrabat, with the midfielder expected to leave Fiorentina in the final stages of the summer transfer window.
The Morocco international spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Manchester United, making 30 appearances in all competitions, but the Red Devils turned down the chance to sign him on a permanent basis.
Fenerbahce have recently been heavily linked with Amrabat, with Man United said to have now ruled themselves out of the running for the experienced midfielder.
However, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Everton have also made an approach, with the Toffees keen to sign him before the end of the transfer window.
Chelsea to rekindle interest in PL striker if Osimhen deal falls through?
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Chelsea reportedly retain an interest in signing Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran before the end of the summer transfer window.
The Blues hierarchy have been relentless in acquiring new talent in recent months, including adding young striker Marc Guiu to their ranks.
However, although Joao Felix has recently entered the mix, head coach Enzo Maresca has not been presented with a trademark centre-forward with experience to challenge Nicolas Jackson.
On Tuesday, reports emerged that Chelsea were contemplating whether to make a formal move for Brentford's Ivan Toney, while there were seemingly developments in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen.
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