Headline: Arsenal Eyes Julian Alvarez as Tottenham Pursues Omar Marmoush
In the latest transfer news, Argentina forward Julian Alvarez, 26, is considering a move to Arsenal after expressing a desire to leave Atletico Madrid. The forward’s relationship with his current club has soured, shifting his preferences from a transfer to Barcelona to viewing the Gunners as a viable option. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta have kept in contact with Alvarez this summer, indicating the club’s interest. While he still sees Barcelona as his first choice, the Gunners now represent an emergency alternative.
Meanwhile, Tottenham is optimistic about finalizing a deal for 27-year-old Egyptian forward Omar Marmoush from Manchester City, expecting to wrap things up by early next week.
On another front, Ollie Watkins has informed Aston Villa of his intent to leave as he attracts interest from the Saudi Pro League’s Al-Hilal.
At Barcelona, Spain left-back Alejandro Balde, 22, has made the decision to depart the club, with Manchester United expressing interest. However, he is also considering fighting for his place within the team.
Real Madrid has closed the door on Liverpool’s attempt to sign Brazil forward Endrick, 20, following the earlier sale of Spanish forward Gonzalo Garcia to Fulham.
Chelsea recently rejected a loan offer from Roma for Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, a 22-year-old forward currently representing England Under-21s.
Additionally, Tottenham has placed midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, 23, on the transfer list as he seeks a move to Galatasaray.
In other developments, Besiktas has made a bid for Newcastle midfielder Joe Willock, aiming to make him their primary transfer target.
Liverpool has received a positive signal in their pursuit of Paris St-Germain’s forward Bradley Barcola, 23, and Senegal’s Ibrahim Mbaye, 18, as both were omitted from the squad for a recent Ligue 1 match against Rennes.
Lastly, Liverpool remains undecided on whether to loan out England Under-21 forward Jayden Danns, 20, following his recovery from injury.
Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez open to Arsenal transfer, Spurs confident on completing Omar Marmoush deal, Ollie Watkins wants Al-Hilal move.
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez, 26, is open to joining Arsenal, having previously favoured a switch to Barcelona, with his relationship with current club Atletico Madrid starting to turn “unsavoury”. (Standard)
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta have maintained frequent contact with Alvarez this summer and, while the Argentine still prefers a move to Barcelona, he now views the Gunners as a welcome emergency solution. (AS – in Spanish)
Tottenham are confident they will be able to conclude a deal to sign 27-year-old Egypt forward Omar Marmoush from Manchester City by the start of next week. (Fabrizio Romano)
England striker Ollie Watkins has told Aston Villa he wants to leave the club amid interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. (GiveMeSport)
Spain left-back Alejandro Balde, 22, has decided to leave Barcelona, with Manchester United making contact over a possible move. (Metro via Jijantes)
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Alternatively, Balde is determined to fight for his place at the Spanish champions. (Mundo Deportivo – in Spanish)
Real Madrid will not let Liverpool sign Brazil forward Endrick, 20, having already sold Spanish forward Gonzalo Garcia, 22, to Fulham earlier in the transfer window. (Football Insider)
Chelsea have rejected a loan bid from Roma for England Under-21 forward Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, 22. (Talksport)
Tottenham have made midfielder Pape Matar Sarr, 23, available for transfer, with the Senegal international set to join Galatasaray. (Sacha Tavolieri via Teamtalk)
Besiktas have submitted a bid to Newcastle to sign Joe Willock after making the 27-year-old English midfielder their top transfer target. (Fabrizio Romano)
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Liverpool have been given a boost in their bid to sign Paris St-Germain‘s France forward Bradley Barcola, 23, and Senegal attacker Ibrahim Mbaye, 18, after both players were left out of the squad for Sunday’s Ligue 1 game against Rennes. (Standard via RMC)
Liverpool have not yet decided whether to send England Under-21s forward Jayden Danns, 20, out on loan following his return to fitness. (Liverpool Echo)
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