Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid not giving up on Arsenal's Saliba

With Arsenal's determination to keep William Saliba despite strong interest from Real Madrid, punters might see Arsenal's odds improve against any of their rivals as it suggests a solid defensive line for the upcoming season.

Real Madrid remain keen on signing Arsenal centre-back William Saliba but the Gunners are determined to keep hold of him, reports claim. The 24-year-old impressed during last season's quarterfinal tie between the two clubs. Even an offer worth over €100 million wouldn't be accepted by Arsenal, and manager Mikel Arteta doesn't want to hear anything about Real Madrid's interest. Saliba's contract runs until 2027.

Al Hilal have offered a tax-free wage of £600,000 a week in an effort to sign the Newcastle United striker, according to reports. There would be further lucrative bonuses included if he wins the Premier League or AFC Champions League, and if he is top scorer. Newcastle, with the frontrunners to sign him, could not match Al Hilal's financial offer, while it is also unclear whether they could meet the £120m transfer fee that Newcastle want.

Reports state that Bayern Munich have sent a new offer for Liverpool winger Luis Díaz that is an improvement on the proposal of €67.5m that was immediately rejected by the Reds. Negotiations between the clubs are ongoing with Díaz waiting for them to reach an agreement as the 28-year-old would like to join the Bavarians and could sign a deal that would run until at least 2029. Even so, the move could still fall through.

Arsenal are ramping up their efforts to sign attacking midfielder Eberechi Eze, reports claim. The Gunners aim to swiftly secure him once the deal for striker Balogun has been completed. The Gunners are Eze's top choice, and they are hoping to agree on a £60m fee rather than meeting the 27-year-old's £68m release clause. There hasn't yet been any formal contact, but both sides will be flexible due to their positive relationship.

Midfielder Weston McKennie could be included in a swap deal that would see Roma midfielder join Leeds United, according to reports. This comes with McKennie's contract ending in 2026 and talks about a renewal having stalled. There have already been indirect contacts, and Leeds are open to bringing in McKennie, although they would rather swap the 26-year-old for Roma's player, whose contract also ends next summer, but he is seen as less of a fit for the characteristics that Leeds want.

CONFIRMED TRANSFERS – Inter Miami has completed the signing of Argentina midfielder Cristian Medina from Atlético Madrid. The 31-year-old arrives on an initial loan until the end of 2025 with an option to make the transfer permanent through the 2029 MLS season.

Paris Saint-Germain have a new offer ready for AFC Bournemouth centre-back as they look to accelerate talks with the Cherries. RB Leipzig are aware that Newcastle United are in contact with Ekitike and the striker's representatives, but they haven't yet received an offer. It will take slightly more than €80m plus bonuses to sign him.

Inter Milan won't move for Parma centre-back as they focus all their efforts on signing Atalanta forward Rasmus Højlund. The Rossoneri will increase their offer to €43m and work on bonuses.

Juventus are pushing to bring back Moise Kean to the club, but they remain patient as they look to see whether Paris Saint-Germain will accept another loan. Galatasaray and Napoli are confident that they will have a deal for a striker completed and announced within a week.

Tottenham Hotspur have made an initial approach to Sofyan Amrabat's camp but haven't yet made a formal proposal to Bayern Munich for the midfielder. Manchester United and Bayern Munich are tracking Moldovan centre-back Igor Djuric.

Juventus like Sporting CP's Otávio, but could look to other midfielders if he is valued at over €40m, with the alternatives being Tottenham Hotspur's Pape Matar Sarr, Fulham's Harrison Reed, Fenerbahce's Miguel Crespo, and Benfica's Manor Solomon.

AC Milan expect to have a deal for Club Brugge midfielder completed within the next two or three days. Girona are planning a loan move for Manchester City centre-back Josh Wilson-Esbrand, but the Citizens could decide to keep the 19-year-old.

Stuttgart want to finalize and announce a deal for Real Madrid midfielder Reinier within the week. The contract will run until 2029, and the deal is worth €3m, with Stuttgart having the option to re-sign Chema plus 50% of the funds from his next move.

AC Milan have made signing Strasbourg right-back Lucas Perrin their priority but will look at Monaco's if they are unable to sign him. Meanwhile, Álvaro Morata could leave Atlético Madrid this summer, with a loan being considered, and Girona the most likely option.

Three Premier League clubs are pushing for Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega, and Fenerbahce are also in concrete talks, with the 32-year-old's proposed move to Burnley having fallen through. Lastly, Fenerbahce centre-back Attila Szalai is being looked at by Villarreal and Roma. Lille could also make a move if Tiago Djaló leaves.

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