Transfer news live: Arsenal finally confirm Zubimedi, West Ham reject Spurs’ Kudus bid, Man United capture defender
More details on Zubimendi deal
Some more details are emerging about Arsenal’s signing of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad.
The deal is worth almost £60m and the 26-year-old is on a long-term contract, while he will take shirt No 36.
The Spain midfielder is the Gunners’ second signing of the summer transfer window, following the arrival of goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea for £5m. They are also about to sign Brentford’s Christian Norgaard for £10m

Luke Baker6 July 2025 12:31
DONE DEAL! Arsenal confirm Zubimendi signing
And after one of the most protracted transfer sagas of the last 12 months, we finally have a deal.
Arsenal have confirmed they’ve signed midfielder Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad
Luke Baker6 July 2025 12:15
ICYMI: Mosquera wants to leave Valencia amid Arsenal interest
Defender Cristhian Mosquera has reportedly told Valencia that he has his heart set on joining Arsenal this summer, according to reports.
The La Liga outfit have previously rejected an offer for the defender and are understood to value the centre-back in the region of £25m.
Sky Sports News reported last week that the Gunners had opened talks over the 21-year-old and these talks are ongoing.
Will the player’s personal stance convince the Spanish side to settle for a lower than valued offer?

Luke Baker6 July 2025 12:08
West Ham reject £50m Kudus bid from Tottenham
West Ham have rejected a £50m offer from Tottenham for Mohammed Kudus.
According to multiple outlets, including the BBC, the Ghana international is open to a move away from the London Stadium and is prioritising a switch to a Champions League side.
Kudus joined West Ham in a £38m deal from Ajax in 2023 and has an £85m release clause but Tottenham are looking to secure a deal under that figure.
The Hammers are open to letting him leave, with talks ongoing, and other clubs including Chelsea are also said to have an interest.

Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:53
Arsenal agree personal terms with Noni Madueke
Big news in London as Arsenal agree personal terms with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke.
The Athletic reports that the clubs have a good relationship, having done several deals in recent years, although you’d think Chelsea may not be delighted that this has gone on without club-to-club talks.
Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:33
Five players tell Man United they want to leave Old Trafford as exodus looms
Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Jadon Sancho are among five players to tell Manchester United they want to leave the club after falling out of favour.
Antony, the second biggest signing in United’s history, and Tyrell Malacia are also keen to move elsewhere amid a possible exodus from Old Trafford and none of the quintet will start preseason training with United.
Rashford, whose No 10 shirt has been given to summer signing Matheus Cunha, is a target for Barcelona and has said he would “love” to play with Lamine Yamal.

Richard Jolly6 July 2025 11:22
ICYMI: Manchester United sign teenage Paraguayan defender Diego Leon
Manchester United have signed Paraguay youth international Diego Leon.
The 18-year full-back becomes United’s second signing of the summer following the arrival of Wolves forward Matheus Cunha.
Leon joins from Paraguayan club Cerro Porteno, where he played 33 games and scored four goals.
United said on their official website: “Leon reached the age of 18 in April and as an emerging talent will be supported by our first team and the academy while he settles into life in Manchester.”
Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:12
ICYMI: Jamie Gittens announced by Chelsea
Chelsea have completed the signing of Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund on a seven-year deal.
The former England Under-21 winger arrives in a deal that could rise to £52m for the former Manchester City academy product.
“It feels great,” Gittens said. “It’s a great feeling to join such a big club as Chelsea.
“I can’t wait to learn from everyone in the team and to push myself to the max here. It’s an amazing feeling.”
Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:07
Arsenal set deadline over Viktor Gyokeres deal
The Mirror report that Mikel Arteta wants any possible deal for Viktor Gyokeres sewn up within the next two weeks.
The Sporting striker is seemingly keen on a move, but a breakthrough in negotiations is seemingly yet to be made.

Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:06
Brentford hold firm on Bryan Mbeumo price
Brentford are not budging on their expectations of an improved fee for Bryan Mbeumo.
The London club have knocked back two bids from Manchester United for the forward and the London Standard believe they are holding out for a figure of £63m or more.

Luke Baker6 July 2025 11:05
