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Updated: 7:37, 5 Aug 2024The transfer window is in full swing and we’ll keep you updated with all the latest gossip and signings as they happen in our live blog.

The window is open until Friday, August 30 at 11pm in England, and Premier League clubs have already spent far more than the entirety of the January window.

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Gallagher goingConor Gallagher will travel to Madrid today to complete his move from Chelsea, talkSPORT understands.

Gallagher has agreed a five-year deal with Atletico Madrid, who have agreed a £33million deal with the Blues.

The England international turned down the offer of a new two-year deal at Stamford Bridge as he does not feel the length of the contract reflects his position in the team.

However, it is understood Chelsea made clear to Gallagher that he is not expected to be a regular first-team starter in the coming seasons under new manager Enzo Maresca, with his possession-based style of football.

As a result, Gallagher was banished from the first-team with the club unwilling to allow him to leave on a free transfer next year.

Chelsea had previously accepted a club record bid from Aston Villa for the 24-year-old, but the player turned down the move.

Gallagher is set to join Atletico MadridCredit: GettyYou the MannHull have their sights set on Vito Mannone.

Mannone, 36, went on loan to the Tigers twice during his time at Arsenal.

Now, he could return to add to his 33 appearances for the club.

According to The Sun, the goalkeeper is a target for the Humberside club.

He currently plays for Lille, but his contract expires next summer.

He has made only six appearances for the French club, three of those coming in the Europa Conference League. Hull need to find another goalkeeper after selling Ryan Allsop to Birmingham and Matt Ingram to Oxford.

Pepe parts waysNicolas Pepe has officially joined Villarreal.

The 29-year-old had been with Turkish Super Lig side Trabzonspor following his move from Arsenal.

Now, he’s penned a contract with Villarreal until June 2026.

Pepe has played 323 matches in his career, scoring 92 goals and providing 47 assists.

He’s also made 46 appearances for the Ivory Coast, netting 10 goals for his country.

He spent four years with Arsenal after signing for £72million from Lille but never quite lived up to his price tag, scoring 27 goals in 112 appearances.

Chelsea chasing Celtic starChelsea have joined the list of suitors interested in Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley.

Celtic have already snubbed offers for the London-born star, who is valued at £20million.

Southampton had a £14million bid rejected. Crystal Palace and Brighton are also keen.

Ex-Fulham midfielder O’Riley is only up for on accepting a move that guarantees regular game time.

The Blues have identified O’Riley as a potential replacement for Conor Gallagher.

talkSPORT understands he remains open to signing a new deal despite a £33million bid from Atletico Madrid being accepted.

Credit: GettyMcAtee to stay Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola has confirmed that James McAtee will be staying at the club this summer.

The attacking midfielder, who spent last season on loan at Sheffield United, was tipped for a move away again.

However, Guardiola wants to keep him around after some impressive pre-season performances.

The City manager spoke on the future of McAtee and fellow youngster Nico O’Reilly following a win over Chelsea last night.

He said: “Today McAtee makes his potential as a football player. Nico [O’Reilly] as well, played a high level.

“Some players will now be with the first team, some with the second, some for loan. Hopefully next season they’ll come back.

“Both of them [McAtee and O’Reilly will be first team options]. The other ones still they are not ready to play with us.”

Heading to the Hammers Niclas Fullkrug and Guido Rodriguez are undergoing their medicals at West Ham, talkSPORT understands.

The pair arrived in London on Saturday night and began their medicals today with them ongoing until Monday.

It comes after the Hammers signed winger Crysencio Summerville from Leeds for an initial £25million fee.

Fullkrug impressed at Euro 2024 and is set to leave Borussia Dortmund to head to the Premier League.

Whereas, midfielder Rodriguez left Real Betis when his contract ran out in June and has been waiting for a new club since.

Hands off Liverpool are reluctant to sell winger Fabio Carvalho after rejecting a £15m offer from Southampton.

Although the Saints are considering making an increased bid for the Portuguese, who has been on their wanted list since January.

Carvalho has featured regularly for Arne Slot’s side during the Reds pre-season campaign.

He spent last season on loan at Hull in the Championship and scored nine goals in 20 appearances.

Credit: RexSimons stays RB Leipzig are set to complete the loan signing of Xavi Simons from Paris Saint-Germain.

Simons spent last season with Leipzig, scoring eight goals and assisting 11 in 32 Bundesliga appearances.

He is now set to return to the German side for another year after they fought off interest from Premier League sides.

Bayern Munich were also said to have been interested but the Dutchman has decided to head back to Leipzig.

Credit: GettyAlvarez latestPep Guardiola was asked about Julian Alvarez following Man City’s win over Chelsea in pre-season.

Alvarez has been linked with Arsenal and Atletico Madrid this transfer window.

He was made no secret of his desire for more regular football.

When asked for an update, Guardiola said: “No news. I don’t have anything to say. He will come back. I count on him, but he said in the news that decisions will be made all together.

“Now he has to rest and when he feels ready to come back he will come back.

“I’m sure when he comes back I’ll hug and congratulate him for the Copa America, for the Olympics and we will start to work together. This is the reality. What happens in the meantime, I have a thousand million things to think about the team.”

“Next week we play for the first trophy of the season [the Community Shield against Manchester United at Wembley]. Two weeks we play at Stamford Bridge again, that’s my only concern.”

Alvarez is unsure of his futureCredit: GettyRejectedLiverpool have rejected a £15million bid from Southampton for Fabio Carvalho, talkSPORT understands.

Carvalho has been impressing in pre-season for Arne Slot, scoring in a 3-0 win over Manchester United on Saturday night.

The Saints are keen on signing Carvalho, who spent last season on loan at Hull.

However, Liverpool are not keen on sending him out on loan again and value him at far more than £15m.

Carvalho is wanted by SouthamptonCredit: AFPSummer lovingAnd there it is, West Ham have confirmed the signing of Crysencio Summerville from Leeds United.

The Dutch winger has signed a five-year contract with the option of an extra season, and the Irons have paid an initial £25 million for the Dutch youth international.

Summerville can play on either wing and will add some creativity and guile to the Hammers’ attack.

Speaking to the club’s website, he said: “I’m very happy, and I can’t wait to get started.

“It’s the perfect next step for my career. West Ham United is a huge club, with lots of ambition and great players, so I’m really excited to be here and to get going.

“I always try to follow my heart, and I had the feeling that this is the best place for me to continue developing as a player, and to push my potential as much as possible.

“There is so much history here, and the team have done so well in the Premier League and in Europe over recent years. I spoke to the head coach, and he convinced me that I could make an impact, and help achieve success in the new season.

“I think I’m here to help write more history here, and I’d love to help West Ham get back into Europe. I want to contribute lots of goals and assists, and I’m so excited to meet my teammates and the fans, and get out there now.”

Cottagers wrap up JorgeFulham’s summer recruitment drive continues with the arrival of Jorge Cuenca from Villarreal.

The Cottagers have paid an undisclosed fee for the defender, who has signed a four-year deal.

Cuenca is mainly a left-sided centre-back, but he can operate at left-back.

Speaking to the club’s website, he said: “I’m really, really happy. I’m so proud to be here. I’m so happy to be here and to play for Fulham.

“The Club is an historical club and Craven Cottage is an historical stadium. I prefer Fulham because of the city, the club, obviously the historical stadium, and I want to play in the Premier League.”

Welcome to SW6, Jorge! 🤍

— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) August 3, 2024

Summerville to be unveiledWest Ham are set to announce the signing of Crysencio Summerville imminently.

The winger has signed a five-year deal with the Irons, with the the option for an extra year.

West Ham will pay Leeds an initial £25 million for Summerville with add-ons also to be factored in.

The Dutch youth international will bolster Julen Lopetegui’s options and is likely to compete for minutes with Mohammed Kudus on the left.

Credit: GettyMan United snap up starletManchester United have reportedly agreed to sign former Arsenal starlet Chido Obi-Martin.

Sky Sports are reporting the 16-year-old turned down offers from Germany to make a move to Old Trafford.

He’s now expected to have a medical in the coming days before signing a long-term contract.

The striker also elected to turn down Arsenal’s offer of an extension, which was a blow to the Gunners because he was highly regarded.

Howe hints at transfer breakthroughNewcastle United ended their pre-season tour of Japan with a 2-0 defeat to Yokihama F Marinos, and immediately after the game, Eddie Howe was asked about transfers.

The Magpies have agreed a deal with Sheffield United for young striker William Osula.

The Toon are set to pay a total package of £15 million to the Blades.

Meanwhile, the talkSPORT understands the Magpies have also opened talks with Crystal Palace over Marc Guehi.

Howe was asked about both players and refused to comment, but he hinted a breakthrough was close.

He said: “Our efforts in the transfer market are ongoing.

“I’m out of touch with all of those movements but I know we are trying.

“Hopefully, we can bring you news soon. I’m not going to talk individually on deals.”

Arteta to raid City againArsenal have expressed an interest in signing Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez this summer, talkSPORT understands.

Argentina star Alvarez is considering his future at the Etihad after being left frustrated by a lack of game time in City’s most important matches last season.

Manager Pep Guardiola recently bit back at the 24-year-old after public comments over his situation at the club.

talkSPORT understands Arsenal registered their interest in Alvarez earlier this summer but did not follow up with anything concrete.

However, it is thought City are braced for another potential approach from their Premier League title rivals amid the war of words with Guardiola.

World Cup winner Alvarez has also been linked with Atletico Madrid and Chelsea.

Credit: GettyCouto confirmed Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the signing of Manchester City right-back Yan Couto.

Couto, who spent last season on loan at Girona, has made the move to Germany on a loan with an option to buy for around £23million.

Speaking after his move was announced, the Brazilian said: “For me, it’s a dream come true. Borussia Dortmund is a special club.

“Every child in Brazil knows how great this club is, knows the fans, and is fascinated by the Yellow Wall.

“I can’t wait to wear the BVB shirt for the first time and experience the power and emotions in this brilliant stadium.”

A ‘great’ move for GuehiFormer Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino believes Marc Guehi’s potential move to Newcastle would be great for both parties.

The Magpies have opened talks with Crystal Palace for Guehi and Cascarino has discussed the deal.

He said on talkSPORT’s Weekend Breakfast: “Botman had his injuries last year, they’ve got Schar in there, they’ve got Burn and Lascelles who had injuries.

“So, it’s a great opportunity if it comes around. I don’t think it will get to the fee that had been talked about.

“Man United have pulled out. Liverpool seem to have lost interest as it’s not as big of a need with Quansah coming through.

“So it would be a great opportunity for him.

“Crystal Palace fans must be pulling their hair out because the moment get a side with lots of exciting players, you see them go.”

Credit: GettyClasslessEx-Arsenal winger Perry Groves has criticised Chelsea over their treatment of Conor Gallagher this summer.

The midfielder has been told he is no longer part of the first-team group amid a dispute over his future, talkSPORT understands.

Chelsea have accepted a £34million bid from Atletico Madrid after Gallagher rejected two recent contract extensions.

However, the 24-year-old, whose current deal runs out in 2025, will only leave on his own terms and refuses to be forced out after 16 years at the club.

Gallagher believes he deserves a longer contract but the Blues do not expect him to be a starter over the coming years.

Fans have been left fuming by Chelsea’s treatment of an academy graduate who was among their most important players last season and often deputised as captain in Reece James’ absence.

Groves told talkSPORT: “The way they’ve handled this situation shows a complete lack of class, a complete lack of respect. We know football is brutal, right? It is brutal. Basically, you’re a commodity.

“Now to say to somebody, right, you’re not training with the first team, a club captain by the way, who had a really good season last season, they’re saying that they don’t think that he can play the way that Enzo Maresca wants him to play.

“Now, has Enzo Maresca actually said that? This goes to Paul Winstanley and Lawrence Stewart, who are the directors of football.

“They are the directors of mayhem at the moment, aren’t they? Because they don’t know what they’re doing.”

Guehi alternative talkSPORT understands Newcastle could reignite their interest in Liverpool defender Joe Gomez if they fail to sign Marc Guehi.

The Magpies were in talks with the Reds over a move for Gomez earlier this summer – with Anthony Gordon set to head in the opposite direction.

Talks broke down but it is understood Newcastle retain an interest in Gomez, whose Liverpool future remains in doubt this summer.

Credit: GettyTwo more to come Niclas Fullkrug isn’t the only incoming player for West Ham.

Leeds’ Crysencio Summerville has passed a medical at the club and looks set to seal a switch to the Premier League.

And Guido Rodriguez, who left Real Betis at the end of his contract this summer, looks set to sign on a free transfer.

Julen Lopetegui is not holding back on his business, making some huge moves in his first window as manager.

Credit: GettyFullkrug set for Hammers Borussia Dortmund have announced that Niclas Fullkrug has been allowed to leave their training camp.

The striker is set to sign a three-year contract at West Ham in a deal worth £27million plus add-ons.

Fullkrug has departed Dortmund’s training camp to complete talks with the Hammers and seal his move.

Niclas Füllkrug has left training camp in Switzerland on Saturday morning. Borussia Dortmund have allowed the striker to leave for talks with another club. pic.twitter.com/hBmgNM9BEM

— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) August 3, 2024

Full-throttle for West HamWest Ham have struck a deal to sign Nicklas Fullkrug from Borussia Dortmund, talkSPORT understands.

It’s understood that the deal will be worth £27million plus add-ons.

The German striker is expected to sign a three-year contract with the option of a further year.

Fullkrug joined Dortmund last summer and enjoyed an excellent season with the German giants.

In 45 appearances, he scored 15 goals and provided 10 assists for his teammates.

He also made five appearances for Germany off the bench at Euro 2024, scoring two goals in the process.

West Ham are closing in on a deal for the powerful strikerCredit: AFPGallagher updateChelsea boss Enzo Maresca has spoken out on Conor Gallagher’s future at the club.

This comes after talkSPORT reported that Chelsea have informed the England midfielder that he’s no longer part of the first-team group having accepted a £33million bid from Atletico Madrid.

The player, who is in the final year of his Blues contract and has rejected two new offers, is determined to leave Stamford Bridge on his own terms.

Now, talkSPORT understands the Blues have told the 24-year-old he will not be training with the first-team when they return from their tour of the United States.

They will hold further talks with Gallagher on Friday as they look to resolve his future, with their latest contract offer still on the table.

Gallagher was spotted at Cobham on Friday and is yet to enter talks with Atletico Madrid, who want an answer from Gallagher by the end of the weekend.

But Maresca kept his cards close to his chest when asked about the situation.

Maresca said in a press conference: “The only thing I can say is he is in contact with the club to find a solution. The club offered him a new contract. I am focused on here.”

He added: “I would keep all the players if I could, and any player in the squad I’ll do my best to use them. The club are talking about a solution and I am working on the game with Manchester City.”

Summ upLeeds winger Crysencio Summerville has passed a medical ahead of his switch to West Ham, it has been reported.

The 22-year-old Dutchman, who was the Championship player of the year last season, is expected to complete the formalities of the move over the weekend after passing his medical, the PA news agency reports.

At around £25million he will become the fourth signing of the summer for the Hammers under new boss Julen Lopetegui.

Summerville scored 21 goals in all competitions for Leeds last season and was third-highest scorer in the Championship with 19.

He joined Leeds from Feyenoord in September 2020 and has scored 25 goals in 89 appearances in total.

West Ham have signed Max Kilman from Wolves, Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras and Wes Foderingham from Sheffield United since finishing ninth in the top flight last season under former boss David Moyes.

Lopetegui has also been linked with moves for Borussia Dortmund striker Niclas Fullkrug and Argentina midfielder Guido Rodriguez.

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