Tottenham Pursues Gakpo as Arsenal Eyes Osimhen

The window is starting to crackle. Big names, big fees, and a few clubs ready to rip up their depth charts if the price is right.

Spurs move for Gakpo

Tottenham have stepped up their interest in Cody Gakpo, formally contacting Liverpool to begin the process of a potential deal, according to Voetbal International’s Joost Blaauwhof.

It’s a bold move. Gakpo is coming off his least prolific season since arriving at Anfield, finishing the last campaign with nine goals in all competitions. Not disastrous, but short of what Liverpool expected when they brought him in as a key part of their next attacking cycle.

On the international stage, he reminded everyone what he can do. The 27-year-old hit three goals in four games for Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, underlining why elite clubs still see him as a difference-maker in big moments.

Liverpool hold the leverage. Gakpo is tied down at Anfield until 2030, so any serious attempt from Spurs will need to be backed by a substantial offer. For Tottenham, still reshaping their attack and searching for extra firepower, this is a statement of intent. For Liverpool, it’s a decision: cash in on a valuable asset, or double down on a forward they once viewed as central to their future.

Arsenal’s Osimhen question

Across north London, Arsenal are exploring a far more explosive option. The Premier League champions have held talks with Galatasaray over the availability of Victor Osimhen, according to the Daily Telegraph.

Osimhen’s name surfaced during discussions over separate deals involving Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri potentially moving to the Turkish club. It is not clear which side first floated the idea of Osimhen switching to the Emirates, or how advanced the idea is, but Arsenal’s long-standing admiration for the Nigeria striker is no secret.

Galatasaray are under no pressure to sell. Florian Plettenberg reports they have already rejected a €130 million offer from Al Hilal for Osimhen, a figure that underlines both his status and the size of the financial hurdle facing any European suitor.

Arsenal’s talks with the Turkish champions come as Nwaneri attracts attention elsewhere. Gazzetta dello Sport reports AC Milan are also eyeing the 17-year-old, adding another layer of intrigue to a complex web of negotiations.

Koundé on the market?

One of Europe’s most versatile defenders could also be on the move. Mundo Deportivo reports that Barcelona are open to letting Jules Koundé leave this summer if a suitable offer lands in the final weeks of the window.

The France international, 27, made 47 appearances for Barça last season, operating across the back line. Even so, the club are not ruling out an exit, and that has alerted several Premier League heavyweights.

Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool have all been linked with Koundé. For any of them, this is the sort of late-window opportunity that can reshape a defensive unit in a single stroke.

Chelsea plan for life after Enzo?

Chelsea are preparing for a possible midfield reshuffle. TEAMtalk reports the club have identified Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton and Bournemouth’s Alex Scott as key targets as they weigh up replacements for Enzo Fernández.

The Blues have made contact over both players, with Enzo’s future hanging in the balance. The Argentina international has been linked with Manchester City, and there is said to be a Friday deadline for any move.

That ticking clock has forced Chelsea to accelerate their work. Fresh talks for Wharton and Scott have followed, with a belief that a deal for at least one of them is realistic if Enzo’s situation changes quickly.

Milan’s clear-out under Amorim

AC Milan are braced for a busy finish to the window. Sky Italia reports the club could move on as many as eight players as new head coach Ruben Amorim reshapes his squad.

Among the key names mentioned are Fikayo Tomori, Christopher Nkunku, Santiago Gimenez, Pervis Estupiñán, and Youssouf Fofana. It signals a ruthless approach from Amorim as he looks to build a side in his own image, following confirmed arrivals such as Gonçalo Ramos and Mario Gila.

If Milan push through a clear-out on that scale, the ripple effect across Europe’s market will be significant.

Barcelona push for Rodri

At the top end of the midfield market, Barcelona are refusing to let go of their pursuit of Rodri. A source has told ESPN the Catalan club will return with a renewed offer for the Spain international as negotiations with Manchester City continue.

City value the 30-year-old at more than €70 million, with Barça’s latest proposal expected to land in that region once add-ons are factored in. For a club still wrestling with financial constraints, going that high for a single player underlines how central they view Rodri to any future rebuild.

Arsenal eye Quansah

Back in north London, Arsenal’s defensive search has taken them to Germany. ESPN sources say the champions have added Bayer Leverkusen’s Jarell Quansah to their shortlist of summer options.

There have been no direct talks between the clubs yet, but Arsenal are exploring the possibility of a deal through intermediaries. It fits the club’s recent pattern: identify versatile, high-upside defenders early and move quickly if the numbers work.

Ferran Torres set for PSG

One saga is close to the finish line. Barcelona forward Ferran Torres is set to join European champions Paris Saint-Germain after the clubs reached a deal in principle worth around €50 million, a source has confirmed to ESPN.

Torres is expected in Paris in the coming days to complete his medical before signing. For Barça, it’s another significant sale. For PSG, it’s a fresh attacking piece for a squad already stacked with options.

Other moves on the radar

The dominoes don’t stop there.

Arsenal are keeping close tabs on Atlético Madrid and the camp of Julián Álvarez as they monitor the forward’s unresolved future, according to TEAMtalk. Any opening could tempt the champions into another major attacking move.

Juventus have changed course in their goalkeeping hunt. Gianluca Di Marzio reports they have ended their pursuit of a loan for Zion Suzuki once he completes his move to PSG and are now working on a loan deal for Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

At Barcelona, Hector Fort has been told he can leave this summer. Sport reports the 20-year-old right-back is drawing interest from Liverpool, Everton, and Fulham, offering Premier League clubs a young, attack-minded full-back on the market.

Arsenal are also closing in on one for the future. The Athletic reports they have reached an agreement to sign Liverpool academy striker Vincent Joseph, with the clubs now negotiating a settlement for the 16-year-old, who made two appearances in the under-18 Premier League last season.

In the Championship, Leeds United are moving early. Florian Plettenberg says they have agreed personal terms with Borussia Mönchengladbach defender Nico Elvedi on a contract until 2029 and are preparing an opening offer for the 29-year-old, who previously worked under Daniel Farke.

Bayer Leverkusen, though, are standing firm. Plettenberg reports the German champions have rejected a €20 million bid from Ipswich Town for midfielder Exequiel Palacios, judging the offer too low. The 27-year-old is keen on a move to England, but any deal will need a far stronger proposal.

In France, Marseille are testing Arsenal’s resolve over Reiss Nelson. Footmercato reports the Ligue 1 club have submitted an opening bid for the winger, who has just one year left on his contract. That first offer is expected to be rejected, yet Marseille are ready to return.

The clock is ticking, the stakes are rising, and some of Europe’s biggest squads are on the brink of major surgery. Who blinks first?