Thursday's transfer news: Liverpool, Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham rumours and gossip
The latest transfer news and reports from Thursday 25 July
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Manchester United are still attempting to finalise a deal for Harry Maguire, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side yet to meet Leicester’s £80m evaluation. Meanwhile, the Red Devils are also set to make their first official bid for Bruno Fernandes, after the midfielder impressed and scored in a friendly against Liverpool yesterday. North London neighbours Tottenham have made contact with Juventus over signing Paolo Dybala, however, the move is believed to be a negotiating tactic on the part of Spurs as part fo the club’s pursuit for Real Betis’ Giovani Lo Celso.
Arsenal are set to complete two deals imminently, with William Saliba‘s agent arriving back in France after negotiations were concluded with the club. Saliba will return to Saint-Etienne on loan this season once the £30m deal is completed. The Gunners are also set to secure the signing of Real Madrid’s Dani Ceballos on loan after the Spaniard arrived in London to complete his medical. However, the club’s pursuit of Wilfried Zaha has hit another stumbling block as Everton entered the race to sign the winger.
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Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers insists the club do not need to sell England defender Harry Maguire amidst strong interest from Manchester United.
The Foxes have reportedly turned down bids in the region of £70million for Maguire and want a world-record fee for a defender if he is to be allowed to leave the King Power Stadium.
''We’re very relaxed. The clubs that have spoken to Leicester have not met any valuation that the club has put on him, so at this moment in time he’s very much a Leicester player.''
Aston Villa have announce the signing of Douglas Luiz from Manchester City.
Luiz was named Player of the Tournament at this summer’s prestigious Toulon Tournament as he helped Brazil U21s win the competition.
Villa Head Coach Dean Smith said: “Douglas is an extremely talented young player with an outstanding pedigree who I am sure will fit nicely into our style and system of play.”
Dani Ceballos has joined Arsenal from Real Madrid on a season-long-loan.
"I knew I had the confidence of the coach, which was very important for me from the start,” the 22-year-old told the club’s website.
“I was aware of the responsibility that wearing this shirt entails and it was a tremendously proud moment when I decided to join Arsenal."
Wolves are set to sign 22-year-old defender Jesus Vallejo on loan from Real Madrid.
Jurgen Klopp has insisted that Liverpool won’t be looking to bring Philippe Coutinho back to Anfield this summer, explaining it is not the year for a “big-money signing”.
''If everything was true what newspapers write about me – wow! If it’s similar to what they write about me, I would say he’s completely happy at Barcelona and wants to sign a new six-year contract or whatever.”
Danielle De Rossi is in Argentina in order to secure a move to Boca Juniors.
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QPR have signed Geoff Cameron from Stoke City on a free transfer.
Cameron spent last season with QPR scoring 1 goal in 19 appearances.
''It's great to be back. I really enjoyed my time here last year - it's a family orientated environment and this move is the best fit for myself and my family.''
Turkish newspaper Fotomac are reporting that Fenerbahce are close to signing Victor Wanyama from Tottenham on loan.
They claim that the Turkish giants have agreed a loan deal with Tottenham and are currently in talks with the player over a potential move.
After suffering from injuries lat season, Wanyama made just 22 appearances for Spurs in all competitions.
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