Arsenal Leads Chase for Brighton's Jack Hinshelwood
Arsenal have moved into pole position in the chase for Brighton talent Jack Hinshelwood, with the north London club ready to test the Seagulls’ resolve.
According to reports, a bid in the region of £43m to £51m is expected to bring Brighton to the table, as Arsenal look to add another versatile, homegrown option to Mikel Arteta’s squad. Brighton have sold big before. They know the market. Arsenal know that too – and are acting early.
Hojbjerg loses Marseille armband after rejecting Newcastle
In France, the situation around Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has escalated. The midfielder has been stripped of the Marseille captaincy after turning down a £15m move to Newcastle.
The decision has reportedly irritated the club’s owner, with frustration growing over his refusal to leave. Hojbjerg’s stance has now spilled over into the dressing room hierarchy, leaving his future at Marseille looking increasingly fragile as the window ticks on.
Fred goes home with Atletico Mineiro move
Fred’s European journey is over, for now. The former Manchester United midfielder, who joined Old Trafford for £60m back in 2018, has signed for boyhood club Atletico Mineiro.
He leaves Fenerbahce after mutually agreeing to terminate his contract, drawing a line under his spell in Turkey and returning to Brazil with the club he supported as a child. For Fred, it’s a reset. For Mineiro, it’s a statement.
PSG close in on Godts
Paris Saint-Germain are closing on another young attacking option. The agent of 21-year-old Mika Godts has said a move to the French champions is “very close”, with negotiations now at an advanced stage.
PSG have been reshaping their frontline and Godts is the latest emerging name on their list, as they continue to stockpile talent for the long term.
Sancho eyes move abroad despite Premier League interest
Jadon Sancho’s next step looks increasingly likely to be outside England. The former Manchester United forward is understood to prefer a move abroad, despite receiving offers from Premier League clubs.
Sancho’s time at Old Trafford ended in stalemate and loan spells. Now he appears set to seek a fresh start away from the Premier League spotlight, even as English sides circle.
Real Madrid ready to move on Mendy and Asencio
At the Bernabeu, Real Madrid are preparing to trim their squad. Ferland Mendy and Raul Asencio are both being lined up for potential exits before the window closes.
Madrid have rarely been shy about refreshing their options, and both players could be sacrificed as the European champions reshape the fringes of Carlo Ancelotti’s group.
Manchester United keep Wharton on radar
Manchester United, meanwhile, are not stepping away from the Adam Wharton conversation. The Crystal Palace midfielder remains firmly on their radar as the summer unfolds.
United’s midfield has been under scrutiny for several windows. Wharton, one of the Premier League’s standout young operators, is being monitored closely as they weigh up their next move.
Bayern stand firm on Palhinha deal
In Germany, Bayern Munich are digging their heels in over Joao Palhinha. Sporting director Max Eberl has made it clear they cannot reach an agreement with Aston Villa on the current terms.
Bayern’s long-running pursuit of the midfielder has already seen one deal collapse in a previous window. Now, with Villa holding firm on their valuation, the saga risks dragging on again unless someone blinks first.
