LIVE! Transfer news and rumours: Bayern consider fresh Kane bid, Spurs sign Van de Ven, Veliz
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Today's key events
Man United to block Dean Henderson move to Forest?
Manchester United are reportedly unwilling to sanction a medical for Nottingham Forest target Dean Henderson.
The Man United goalkeeper has been heavily linked with a permanent move to Forest after spending the 2022-23 season on loan with Steve Cooper's side.
Henderson kept six clean sheets in 20 appearances for the Tricky Trees, before he sustained a thigh injury in January.
After making progress in his recovery, Henderson suffered a setback and subsequently underwent an operation in May.
Silva 'seriously considering Man City contract extension'
Bernardo Silva is reportedly giving serious consideration to signing a new deal with Manchester City, amid interest from Barcelona.
Silva has been linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium for a number of years, having expressed a desire to move closer to his family in Portugal.
While there has been interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Al-Hilal, Silva has indicated that his preference is to join the Catalan giants.
A recent report claimed that Barcelona were set to step up their pursuit of Silva, with Ousmane Dembele closing in on a move to PSG.
Chelsea confirm Angelo Gabriel loan exit
Chelsea have announced that Angelo Gabriel will spend the season on loan at Strasbourg.
Last month, the Blues signed the winger from Santos for a fee believed to be in the region of £13m, the suggestion at the time being that the teenager would go straight to France.
However, the 18-year-old has instead played a part in Chelsea's pre-season plans, participating in three of the five fixtures in the United States.
Angelo accumulated a total of 117 minutes in fixtures against Wrexham, Brighton & Hove Albion and Fulham respectively, providing an assist in the first of those outings.
Chelsea 'agree deal for Deivid Washington'
Chelsea are reportedly on the brink of completing the signing of Santos youngster Deivid Washington.
Acquiring new attacking talent has been at the forefront of Chelsea's plans for the summer, Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson having been brought in to immediately bolster the first team.
However, Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital have made a conscious attempt to continue their raid of South American football, an effort which begun with the addition of Vasco Da Gama midfielder Andrey Santos.
Angelo Gabriel has since followed from Santos, the teenager being handed game time during the club's pre-season tour of the United States, but it has become apparent that Chelsea want to secure a deal for yet another starlet from Brazil.
West Brom release David Button by mutual consent
David Button has been released from his contract by mutual agreement.
— West Bromwich Albion (@WBA) August 8, 2023
We would like to wish David all the very best for the future. 🤝
Jakub Ojrzynski leaves Liverpool on loan to Den Bosch
Jakub Ojrzynski has agreed a loan move to Dutch side Den Bosch for 2023-24, subject to international clearance.
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) August 8, 2023
Newcastle send Garang Kuol on loan to Volendam
🤝 Garang Kuol has joined Eredivisie side FC Volendam on loan for the 2023/24 season, subject to necessary approvals.
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) August 8, 2023
Good luck, Garang! 💪
Spurs confirm Alejo Veliz signing
Tottenham Hotspur have confirmed the signing of Rosario Central forward Alejo Veliz.
The North Londoners have enjoyed a productive period in the transfer market, converting two loan deals into permanent stays and acquiring four other players for head coach Ange Postecoglou.
Earlier on Tuesday, Spurs announced that they had strengthened their backline with the addition of Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven.
Just hours after revealing the arrival of the Netherlands Under-21 international, the Premier League outfit have said that Veliz has become their latest new acquisition.
Nottingham Forest make Merih Demiral approach?
Nottingham Forest have reportedly switched their attentions to a move for Atalanta BC defender Merih Demiral.
Forest were linked with a move for fellow Serie A centre-back Roger Ibanez from Roma last week, but the Brazilian has opted for a move to Al Ahli.
The Daily Mail claims that Forest are set to offer around £17m for the Turkish international, as defensive numbers remain light ahead of the start of the season.
Demiral has fallen down the pecking order in Bergamo over the past 12 months, since making his loan move from Juventus permanent.
Kane to miss Tottenham's final pre-season game amid Bayern talks
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane has not travelled to Barcelona for the club's final pre-season friendly, amid talks over a transfer to Bayern Munich.
The German club recently saw their third bid of £87m for Kane rejected by Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy, who has set the striker's asking price at £100m.
The latest offer was initially said to be Bayern's final proposal, but negotiations are still ongoing between the two clubs.
Bayern are currently weighing up whether to submit an improved bid, and there is a desire from those involved for a quick resolution.
Ross County sign Ryan Leak from Salford City
🖊 Ross County FC are delighted to announce the signing of Ryan Leak from Salford City.
— Ross County FC (@RossCounty) August 8, 2023
25-year-old Leak, spent his formative years at Wolverhampton Wanderers making his debut in 2016.
Welcome to the club, Ryan!
"I am delighted Ryan has decided to join Ross County. At 25, he is a terrific age to join the club, and has experience abroad and domestically, which we hope to add to in the SPFL," said manager Malky Mackay.
"We have had to be patient to add some experience on the left-hand side of defence, but are delighted to be able to do that with Ryan".
Bayern 'consider fourth Kane bid as striker sets deadline'
Bayern Munich are reportedly weighing up whether to submit a fourth bid for Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane, who has set a deadline for a deal to be agreed.
The Bavarians have been pursuing the England captain throughout the summer, but they have been unsuccessful in their attempts to agree a transfer.
After having their first two bids rejected, Bayern submitted an improved £87m offer, which included a number of add-ons.
Their proposal was subsequently rejected by Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy, who is holding out for £100m and wants the majority of the fee to be paid upfront.
RKC Waalwijk sign Filip Stevanovic on loan from Man City
From Manchester City to RKC Waalwijk, welcome Filip! 🟡🔵
— RKC Waalwijk (@RKCWAALWIJK) August 8, 2023
"At RKC Waalwijk, players get the chance to show themselves at the highest level, in addition, the club has proven several times that it can develop players," he told the club website.
General manager Frank van Mosselveld added: "After lengthy contact with Manchester City, there finally appeared to be an opening to bring him to Waalwijk on a rental basis. An opportunity we couldn't pass up. A player like Filip, with his attacking qualities, is an added value for us."
Tottenham complete Micky van de Ven signing
Tottenham Hotspur have completed the signing of Micky van de Ven from Wolfsburg.
The centre-back has put pen to paper on a six-year deal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, keeping him at the club until 2029.
Van de Ven was in attendance for Tottenham's 5-1 pre-season win over Shakhtar Donetsk last weekend ahead of finalising the terms of his switch.
The fee to take the 22-year-old to North London is thought to be worth around £43m.
Blackburn sign goalkeeper Leopold Wahlstedt on three-year deal
✍️ We are delighted to conclude the capture of highly-rated goalkeeper Leopold Wahlstedt for an undisclosed fee.
— Blackburn Rovers (@Rovers) August 8, 2023
The 24-year-old Sweden international joins on a three-year deal from Odds Ballklubb.
Vӓlkommen, Leo! 👋
🔗 https://t.co/26zWf1VQln#Rovers 🔵⚪️ pic.twitter.com/AHONlZJl3W
Transfer rumours: Napoli want Veiga, Burnley chasing Berge, Forest considering Schmeichel
Napoli reportedly join a number of Premier League clubs in the race to sign Celta Vigo playmaker Gabri Veiga.
After playing a starring role for the Spanish outfit during 2022-23, Veiga has emerged as a target for a wide array of teams due to the £34.5m release clause in his contract.
However, despite his known value and the likes of Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea allegedly monitoring the situation, a deal is yet to materialise.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Napoli have made an effort to move in front of the English giants as they look to make an eye-catching signing ahead of their Serie A title defence.
Newcastle sign Tino Livramento from Southampton
Newcastle United have completed the signing of Tino Livramento from Southampton.
The 20-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year contract at St James' Park, keeping him at the club until 2028.
The transfer fee remains undisclosed, but is thought to be worth around £40m.
Livramento joined Southampton from Chelsea in 2021 and quickly established himself as a first-team regular at St Mary's before suffering a serious injury that forced him to miss the majority of last season.
Spurs to offer two players in bid for Forest's Johnson?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly contemplating whether to propose a part-exchange deal for Nottingham Forest forward Brennan Johnson.
While Spurs can claim to have enjoyed a productive transfer window on the incoming front, speculation regarding Harry Kane's future means that their forward line remains incomplete.
Argentine frontman Alejo Veliz is on the brink of arriving at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, yet Ange Postecoglou has ambitions to make further changes in attack.
The level of those alterations may be dependent on what materialises with Kane, the latest development seeing Spurs reject an improved bid from Bayern Munich.
Pochettino 'blocks Chelsea move for Neymar'
Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly made it clear that he does not want Neymar as part of his first-team squad this season.
While the Blues have endured a chaotic summer, through necessity more so than choice, it has also been productive with Pochettino seeing a wide array of talent depart Stamford Bridge.
Robert Sanchez, Axel Disasi, Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson have also arrived to bolstered his senior ranks, other additions currently bidding to impress before the end of August.
If reports are to be believed, Chelsea's remaining focus is on at least one experienced central midfielder and a versatile attacker who can play in a number of roles in the final third.
PSG confirm signing of Benfica forward Goncalo Ramos
Paris Saint-Germain have announced the signing of Benfica forward Goncalo Ramos.
The Ligue 1 giants have enjoyed a productive 2023-24 summer transfer window, acquiring a mixture of eight players that have been earmarked for the present and future.
However, at a time when Lionel Messi has departed on a free transfer and PSG want to part ways with Kylian Mbappe, securing the services of a new frontman was imperative.
While the likes of Victor Osimhen, Harry Kane and Dusan Vlahovic have all been linked with a switch to Parc des Princes, the French outfit have instead decided to press ahead with the addition of Ramos.
Hertha Berlin sign Michal Karbownik from Brighton
Good luck to Michal Karbownik, who has completed a permanent move to Hertha Berlin. 🤝
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) August 8, 2023
PSG complete signing of Goncalo Ramos
🆕✍🏻
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) August 7, 2023
Paris Saint-Germain are delighed to announce the signing of Gonçalo Ramos. The 22-year-old Portugal international forward joins on loan with an option to buy until the end of the season.
🔴🔵 #WelcomeGonçaloRamos pic.twitter.com/5n9L9oISqH
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