Transfer news LIVE: Chelsea look to offload unwanted stars to fund huge Erling Haaland bid, as Premier League sides eye up Barcelona defenders with LaLiga giants in financial trouble

The summer transfer window is alive and kicking as clubs throughout Europe look to cement their squads ahead of next season.

It's the future of Tottenham striker Harry Kane that will dominate much of the headlines until the close of the window at 11pm BST on August 31.

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Manchester City are the favourites to land the England captain, and Sportsmail also understands they are confident of securing a £100million move for Jack Grealish. 

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Meanwhile, Manchester United have announced they have reached an agreement in principle with Borussia Dortmund to sign Jadon Sancho, while Arsenal are trying to lure Ben White to the Emirates in a big-money move.

Sportsmail's DANNY GALLAGHER will keep you up-to-date with the latest negotiations, rumours and done deals below. 

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16:52
That's a wrap

Thanks for your company today all.

Plenty of movement, with a few done deals clinched.

News of Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson's unrest is one to keep an eye on, and something Sportsmail will be tracking all day tomorrow.

Do join us first thing on Tuesday morning, for more transfer action!


16:44
Wolves' forgotten man on Atletico radar

Rafa Mir is a surprise target for Spanish champions Atletico Madrid, despite falling down the pecking order at Molineux.

Mir has started only one game for Wolves in more than three years since joining the club - an FA Cup tie against Swansea in January 2018 - but he thrived on loan at Huesca last season, scoring 13 goals that narrowly failed to keep his side in La Liga.

Despite that form, Wolves are still prepared to let Mir - who has only one year left on his contract - leave this summer.

Full details below


16:05
Fulham leading the race for Wilson

It is no secret Liverpool are wanting to sell Harry Wilson this summer, and it appears Fulham have now become their main suitors.

Wilson has never played a senior league game for Liverpool in his 16 years at the club but has impressed on various loan spells away, including at Derby, Bournemouth and Cardiff.

The Cottagers are now ready to get a deal done.

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15:36
Arsenal seal Lokonga deal

DONE DEAL!

The Gunners have officially sealed the £18million transfer of Albert Sambi Lokonga from Anderlecht.

The Brussels-born star of Congolese descent is now confirmed as a Gunners player after his switch from Belgian side Anderlecht was rubber stamped.

He becomes the latest in what is expected to be a large summer overhaul at the Emirates.

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14:56
Townsend taking his medical

Only a matter of time now before Andros Townsend becomes an Everton player.

He's undergoing a medical and will be leaving Crystal Palace as a free agent after his contract expired.

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30-year-old has plenty of experience and has worked with new Toffees boss Rafa Benitez before, but perhaps not all fans are convinced by this one.

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13:15
Future of Chelsea youngster uncertain

ADRIAN KAJUMBA: The Chelsea future of England under-19 midfielder Lewis Bate is uncertain.

He has one year left on his current contract and is one of a number of Blues youngsters to have delayed signing a new deal to remain at Stamford Bridge.

Rival Premier League clubs are showing an interest, and a summer departure is now a possibility.

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12:30
Toon won't give up on Willock

Steve Bruce has insisted he will keep 'badgering away' at Arsenal to let Newcastle have Joe Willock back on loan next season. 

Willock joined the Magpies on loan in January in search of first-team football, and was a crucial part in Bruce's side comfortably maintaining their Premier League status by finishing 12th. 

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10:29
Inter want Bellerin

The Spaniard has long been linked with a departure from the Emirates, and now Inter appear to be his latest get-out option.

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta has confirmed the club's interest in Bellerin, admitting a new full-back is a priority.

The signs of an exit are present, with Bellerin slipping down the pecking order and Arsenal also badly needing to raise funds...

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10:23
The Ings conundrum

Danny Ings will not be committing to a new deal at Southampton and it's fast becoming an issue for the south coast club.

Ings is entering the final season of the three-year contract he signed in summer 2019, and if the club cannot agree terms with him, they will either have to sell him or risk losing him for free in 2022.

Now, with Tottenham showing major interest, Ralph Hasenhuttl has spoken out...

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09:28
Pellistri rubbishes talk of another loan

Bold words coming from Manchester United youngster Facundo Pellistri, who has spoken out against Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's recent claim that he will benefit from another loan spell away.

Widely seen as one of world football's next generational talents, Pellistri wants his opportunity now.

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09:24
Dortmund to be 'offered Werner'

As mentioned earlier, Chelsea are very much intent on trying to sign Erling Haaland this summer.

Therefore, it comes as little surprise that reports are now emerging suggesting Timo Werner could be going the other way.

The German featured heavily last season and his playing style caused defenders untold problems... except he just couldn't get the ball in the back of the net frequently.

Is his number now up?

09:22
Henderson's future 'uncertain'

The powers that be at Anfield showed their ruthless side this summer when they allowed Gini Wijnaldum to walk away for free.

The party line is clear - big contracts will not be handed out to aging stars who are entering, or close to entering, the twilight of their career.

But will an exception be made for the club captain?

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08:45
Chelsea funding Haaland bid

Chelsea are very much in the market for a striker this summer and they're aiming for the cream of the crop.

Despite Borussia Dortmund saying they will not sell this summer, the Blues are ready to test their resolve.

As a result, fringe players are being sold off and a cool £18m has been recouped for Marc Guehi's switch to Crystal Palace.

More details below


08:38
Madrid eyeing up Dalot

He may be left in the dark at Old Trafford, but talk is fast emerging of Diogo Dalot being a wanted man.

Real Madrid are said to be keen on taking him in a cut-price deal, after being impressed by his loan spell in Milan.

New boss Carlo Ancelotti is tasked with improving his squad on a reduced budget, while United are hopeful of selling fringe players this summer.

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08:35
Welcome to... the Barca fire sale

Given the turmoil, it comes as little surprise that Barca now need to sell, sell, sell!

It is now reported that  Clement Lenglet, Sergino Dest and Samuel Umtiti to depart the club should the right fees come in this summer.

Understandably, a host of Premier League clubs are interested.

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08:32
Barca CANNOT register Messi

This could be a very awkward one, as Barca's plans to commit their talisman to a new deal are getting caught in the sticky stuff.

It is no secret that the club are in quite the financial mess, and a huge balancing of the books is needed to take place before a lucrative deal can be handed to their greatest ever star.

The Catalan club MUST make drastic savings of around €200million (£170m) this summer, or they will remain in a bind ahead of next season.

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08:27
Good morning one and all

And welcome to another day in the transfer market.

Last week brought the first real murmurings of activity with pre-season fast creeping up following the conclusion of the Euros.

Teams have started to meet up again and, for many, pre-season is under way.

The time is now to start adding to the squad and bedding new faces in, and Sportsmail will bring you every movement throughout the market in Europe and beyond all day.

Stay tuned!