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Fabrizio Romano has pointed to a key reason why Manchester United could be in pole position to sign Benjamin Sekso, and it is down to their head of scouting, Christopher Vivell.

Vivell is a former part of the Red Bull Group and knows Sesko, who plays for RB Leipzig.

United have made no official contact with Leipzig yet, but there is interest.

Last night, Sky reported that Chelsea target Jorrel Hato requested not to be involved in Ajax’s friendly match.

The 19-year-old did not want to risk injury with a potential move to the Blues on the cards.

Chelsea value Hato at around £35m and are in talks with Ajax, but the Dutch club value their defender at closer to £50m.

Sky reports that Napoli are looking at Raheem Sterling and Jack Grealish as alternative wing targets, though Bologna’s Dan Ndoye remains their priority.

Napoli have already seen a loan with an obligation to buy offer rejected for the Switzerland international, and face competition from Nottingham Forest.

Isak has been the subject of ongoing rumours with his future at the Premier League club in doubt following reports that he wants to ‘explore his options’ during the summer.

Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is reportedly being monitored by AC Milan and Juventus.

Nunez had previously been a target for Napoli, though the Serie A champions chose to sign Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese instead.

Both Milan and Juve are looking for a striker and have shown interest in the 26-year-old, though there have been no contact offers or bids from either club.

Saudi Arabia is still a possible destination too, with Al Hilal among his admirers.

Nunez has three years left on his deal at Liverpool, and it is believed the Reds would want around £70m to secure his sale.

Reports in the UK suggest that Aston Villa, Newcastle and AC Milan are there clubs considering a move for former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

The 28-year-old is a free agent after his Everton contract expired, and it is suggested he could be a cost-effective option for both Villa and the Magpies, with both covering only his wages.

The Arsenal manager said: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome Viktor Gyokeres to the club.

“The consistency he has shown in his performances and availability have been outstanding, and his goal contributions speak for themselves.

“Viktor has so many qualities. He is a quick and powerful presence up front, with incredible goalscoring numbers at club and international levels.

“He brings a clinical edge with a high conversion rate of chances into goals, with his intelligent movement in the box making him a constant threat.

“We’re excited about what Viktor brings to our squad and are looking forward to start working with him. We welcome Viktor and his family to Arsenal.”

Reports in Italy suggest that Gianluigi Donnarumma wants to leave PSG this summer, with the Italian the object of interest from Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea, Galatasaray and some Saudi clubs.

PSG have recently bid €40m to sign Lille ‘keeper Lucas Chevalier, as talks with Donnarumma over a contract extension have supposedly stalled.

“I just felt that it was the right club for me,” revealed Viktor Gyokeres after his announcement as a new Arsenal player.

“What I heard from Mikel and Andrea when I was speaking with them, and just what I’ve seen in the past years, how they’ve been playing football.

“When I was playing against Arsenal last season, I could really feel it was a very strong team and very difficult to play against.

“That made me choose Arsenal, and of course all the history the club has and the massive fanbase.

“It’s been amazing to see all the support that they have already given me before I even arrived. That’s what it’s all about. It’s going to be very nice to see them in the stadiums as well.”

Saudi side Al Nassr have agreed a deal worth £43.7m for Chelsea forward Joao Felix.

The 25-year-old is keen on the move and has been given permission to travel to Riyadh for his medical.

The deal means Chelsea will recoup the £45m they paid Atletico Madrid last summer.