On the eve of the summer transfer window, clubs across the Premier League and beyond are positioning themselves to enjoy success with their recruitment in the coming months. Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea are among the heavyweights expected to complete business sooner rather than later.
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Euro 2024 also kicks off tomorrow with host nation Germany facing Scotland in Munich, and the tournament will be a hurdle in many transfer pursuits.
However, several Premier League clubs are required to cash in on some of their players before June 30 to comply with FFP and PSR.
That could play in the favour of the likes of United, who have cash-strapped Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite high on their wishlist.
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Chelsea in Aston Villa swap talks
Conor Gallagher has been mentioned in informal swap deal talks between Chelsea and Aston Villa.
According to the Guardian, Gallagher's name came up during discussions about Jhon Duran.
Chelsea are keen on signing the striker, and Villa have shown interest in Gallagher, who has one year left on his contract at Stamford Bridge.
But the Blues midfielder is said to have little interest in being part of a deal.
Arsenal eye Real Madrid goalkeeper
David Raya established himself as Arsenal's first-choice goalkeeper last season, leaving Aaron Ramsdale likely to exit.
According to Cadena COPE, the Gunners have identified Real Madrid's Andriy Lunin as a potential replacement.
The Ukrainian 25-year-old enjoyed a strong campaign at Real. But it remains to be seen whether he'd be interested in leaving the Bernabeu.
Ivan Toney 'ready' for big move
Manchester United target Ivan Toney insists he's ready to complete a big move away from Brentford after representing England at Euro 2024.
He told talkSPORT: "Obviously, if it was to come, I would be ready. But I’ve got to remained focused and not let other things and other noise get the best of me and just focus on what I need to do for my club."
But while he remains a Bees player, Toney's focus is fully on performing for Thomas Frank's side.
"I’m a Brentford player. I have a year left. Going into a major tournament, that is my main focus now. But after this, I’ll be going back to Brentford and I will be a Brentford player still," he added.
"It’s nice to be linked with other clubs. But I’ve had this in the past. Nothing is done until it’s done.
"Like I said, I’m a Brentford player and I’m focused on doing well for Brentford for the upcoming season. That’s the main thing."
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