Liverpool fans can start to get excited after new sporting director Richard Hughes confirmed that the club would spring into transfer window in August, following a quiet period across June and July. The Reds have a number of targets on their list already but based on what was discussed in Arne Slot’s first press conference, we could be in for a few more weeks of inactivity before the Reds really get things going.
In the meantime, others have wasted no time with their own business. As another thrilling Premier League season approaches, let’s take a look at what Liverpool’s rivals are up to. We’ve rounded up some of the latest transfer headlines on the rumour mill to see who the likes of Arsenal and Newcastle United have been linked to recently.
After another season of falling short to Manchester City in the Premier League title race, Arsenal are looking to get a strong summer haul under their belts as they prepare for another competitive run. According to Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners have ‘agreed personal terms’ with Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori and the player is ‘only waiting’ for them, rather than any other club.
Real Madrid set sights on Newcastle star
Real Madrid are headed into something of a period of transition following Toni Kroos’ decision to retire from the professional game. Los Blancos are on the market for a similar midfield powerhouse who can replace the iconic German and according to Fichajes, they have set their sights on Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães.
