August 21st
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The summer transfer window has officially opened and now that the World Cup has come and gone, clubs are working away on major deals. For most clubs, planning will already be complete and they will have identified which players they want to sign, and which players they want to sell.
Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals this summer. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour mill below.
Today’s biggest transfer stories
Arsenal are exploring the signing of Kenan Yildiz as they target an elite left-winger. The Gunners were unable to convince Vinicius Junior to leave Real Madrid and they are long-term admirers of Juventus ace Yildiz.
Barcelona are looking at Lautaro Martínez as they aim to sign a new striker before the window closes. Barca’s first choice is Julián Alvarez but dealing with Atletico Madrid is proving difficult and Inter Milan captain Martinez is an alternative. It’s been reported in Spain that Madrid would ideally sell Alvarez to Arsenal.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have spoken to Alejandro Balde’s representatives as they aim to sign a new left-back. It’s understood that Balde wants to stay at Barca unless the club show a willingness to sell him.
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