Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with Leicester City winger Jeremy Monga, signalling a potential early move in the summer transfer window. The Gunners are also said to be pursuing Paris Saint-Germain defender Emmanuel Mbemba, who is believed to favour a transfer to the Emirates Stadium. Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly advancing discussions for Dusan Vlahovic.
Reports from Italian journalist Nicolo Schira indicate that Monga, a teenage winger, has agreed to personal terms with Arsenal. Monga‘s current club was relegated to League One after a recent season. Another journalist, Ben Jacobs, previously stated that Arsenal were in talks for the player, with Leicester having received multiple enquiries from various clubs.
Arsenal‘s pursuit of Mbemba involves an approach. The 18-year-old, who can play as a centre-back or left-back, has been offered a new deal by his current club. However, he is reportedly available for a training compensation fee as his contract is set to expire at the end of the month. Sources suggest the France youth international is keen on a move to Arsenal.
Chelsea and Tottenham Transfer Activity
Chelsea are reportedly intensifying talks to bring Dusan Vlahovic to Stamford Bridge. The Juventus striker has been linked with a move to the Premier League previously, with interest from other clubs. Reports from Italy suggest that Chelsea are in contact with Vlahovic‘s father, who is said to be considering offers for his son. Newcastle are also rumoured to be interested in the Serbian international.
In other transfer news, Tottenham are actively pursuing several players. They are expected to hold further talks with Brighton regarding defender Jan Paul van Hecke. Negotiations between Spurs and Brighton are set to continue this week, following two rejected offers for the Dutch defender. Tottenham‘s Micky van de Ven has reportedly discussed the club with his Netherlands teammate Jan Paul van Hecke. Brighton‘s chief executive, Paul Barber, confirmed that Tottenham are not the only club tracking Van Hecke, who is believed to be valued at around the £70 million mark.
Tottenham have also reportedly agreed personal terms with Savinho, a winger from Manchester City, on a contract until 2031. Additionally, Spurs have secured the arrival of Andy Robertson on a free transfer and are poised to add Marcos Senesi, who is leaving Bournemouth.
Real Madrid and Manchester United Developments
Real Madrid are reportedly preparing a significant bid for Michael Olise following Florentino Perez‘s re-election as club president. Perez‘s victory over rival Enrique Riquelme included a promise to launch a bid for the Bayern Munich player. Reports also suggest that Mourinho is interested in signing Arsenal‘s Riccardo Calafiori, with Denzel Dumfries and Ibrahima Konate also reportedly on their way to Madrid.
Manchester United could emerge as leading contenders in the race to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. The playmaker’s future is subject to speculation, with several top clubs reportedly interested. Quotes from Rogers earlier in the season, where he referred to Manchester United as a significant club, have resurfaced. United are also reportedly in the race for Adam Wharton, for whom they may need to pay £100 million, having already secured a deal for Ederson.
Liverpool are considering a potential reunion between Rayan and Andoni Iraola. They are also reportedly exploring a swap deal involving Yan Diomande. The summer transfer window is approaching, with clubs aiming to complete deals before the upcoming World Cup.
Source: standard.co.uk
Adam Rutherford is a Senior Football Correspondent at News-UK. He spent his early career filing match reports across the North West. He focuses on the Premier League, the EFL and the England national side and is known for clear, deadline-driven reporting. He holds a degree in Sports Journalism from Manchester Metropolitan University and completed an NCTJ diploma. Now based in Manchester, he coaches a youth team and watches grassroots football. “Every transfer window hides a dozen real stories.”
