The Hammers eye a move for an Arsenal outcast, while the Gunners refuse to go all out to secure services of Crystal Palace's talisman. Join us for the latest transfer news, rumours, and gossip from around the globe.
West Ham interested in Vieira
West Ham United are in the market for multiple midfielders, having parted ways with Mohammed Kudus earlier this summer.
According to journalist Ben Jacobs, the Hammers have added Fabio Vieira to their list of midfield targets. The Arsenal midfielder spent last season on loan at FC Porto and is not believed to be part of Mikel Arteta's long-term plans at the Emirates. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
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Arsenal set conditions for Eze chase
Mikel Arteta recently suggested Arsenal are open to new signings after six new recruits ahead of the new season. As per The Athletic, the North Londoners remain interested in signing Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace.
The 27-year-old's contract at Selhurst Park includes a release clause in excess of £60million, and so far, the Eagles have urged suitors to trigger it if they want to sign the attacking midfielder. However, Arsenal are not willing to meet that price and will only bid if Palace lower their demands. Whispers Rating: 2.5/5
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Man United could turn to Pope
Newcastle United have struck an agreement with Southampton to sign Aaron Ramsdale on loan, leading to question marks over Nick Pope's role under Eddie Howe.
Talksport claims Pope could emerge as a target for Manchester United, who are looking for a new shot-stopper to challenge Andre Onana. It is said that the England international fits the profile of the type of goalkeeper Ruben Amorim wants at the club. Pope is out of contract at Newcastle next summer. Whispers Rating: 1.5/5
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City ready to sell Ortega
Manchester City hijacked Newcastle's bid for James Trafford, who has officially returned to the Etihad from Burnley. His arrival means Pep Guardiola now has three top goalkeepers at his disposal.
Fabrizio Romano reveals City have informed German goalkeeper Stefan Ortega that he can leave the club this summer. Earlier this week, Florian Plettenberg reported that three Premier League clubs are interested in the 32-year-old. Whispers Rating: 3.5/5
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Sunderland set to sign new number one
Newly-promoted Sunderland, keen to ensure they avoid swift relegation to the Championship, have already made six signings this summer. Now, as per The Athletic, they have reached an agreement for their seventh recruit.
It is claimed that the Black Cats have agreed a deal north of £9m plus £2.5m in add-ons to sign goalkeeper Robin Roefs from NEC Nijmegen. The Netherlands Under-21 international is scheduled to undergo a medical on Wednesday before joining them on a five-year contract. He is expected to be Sunderland’s new starting goalkeeper. Whispers Rating: 4.5/5
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