Latest transfer news today: £30m Chelsea flop could leave as Arsenal lead race for Bayern Munich star

Latest transfer news today: £30m Chelsea flop could leave as Arsenal lead race for Bayern Munich star
Latest transfer news today - Photo via IMAGO / ZUMA Press Wire, Every Second Media, NurPhoto

Premier League teams continue to look ahead to the summer transfer window, with plenty of rumours around incomings and outgoings now starting to emerge.

The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Newcastle United all feature heavily today, so here are your biggest headlines:

Man Utd give update on Marcus Rashford future

Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford
Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford – Photo via IMAGO / Pressinphoto

Man Utd have told Barcelona that they will not negotiate on their original agreement over Marcus Rashford, who is keen to remain at the LaLiga side past his current loan deal.

The Catalan giants have an option-to-buy believed to be in the region of £25 million, but are unsure if they can commit to such a fee due to the club's finances.

As a result, they are keen to discuss a transfer with reduced terms, though according to reports, the Red Devils are not willing to budge.

Given that the England international wants to remain at the Camp Nou, Barca are going to have to find a way to fund the permanent switch or risk losing him to another club at the end of the season.

Arsenal battle Bundesliga side in Leon Goretzka race

Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka
Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka – Photo via IMAGO / RHR-Foto

Meanwhile, reports in Germany now suggest that Arsenal have entered the race to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Leon Goretzka this summer.

Sport Bild claim the 31-year-old, who is also wanted by Bundesliga rivals Bayer Leverkusen, prefers a move to England, putting the Gunners at the front of the queue.

One thing is sure: Goretzka is out of contract at the end of the season, so he would be a cheap option to upgrade Mikel Arteta's engine room.

It's also believed that his wage demands would put Leverkusen off, while it is likely something that the Premier League leaders could easily afford.

Newcastle and Everton eye Liam Delap

Liam Delap of Chelsea
Liam Delap of Chelsea – Photo via IMAGO / Marco Canoniero

Liam Delap could already be leaving Chelsea, with several Premier League teams interested in his signature this summer.

That's according to Caught Offside, who claim the £30 million striker could be available ahead of next season after inconsistent performances on the pitch, and while a loan switch is more likely, a permanent exit hasn't been ruled out.

Newcastle, Everton, Sunderland, and even Man Utd are among the clubs mooted with interest.

The Blues aren't afraid to make surprise moves in the transfer market, so it wouldn't be a shock to see Delap depart Stamford Bridge in the near future.


Lewis joined Football Whispers in July 2025, having previously held senior roles at Snack Media and GRV Media. A passionate follower of sport, in particular football and golf, as well as a proud Aldershot Town supporter, he brings over six years of experience in the digital sports publishing space.