Transfer news LIVE: Isak ‘AGREES' Liverpool move, Hato set for Chelsea MEDICAL, Ramsdale to Newcastle, Grealish update
Alexander Isak has reportedly reached a verbal agreement in principle with Liverpool over a contract at Anfield until 2031.
Meanwhile, Chelsea are pushing for Alejandro Garnacho with Manchester United wanting at least £40million, according to reports.
And the Blues are set to sign Jorrel Hato from Ajax, with the defender expected to undergo a medical in the coming days.
Elsewhere, Newcastle have reached an agreement with Southampton for a loan move for Aaron Ramsdale.
In other news, Napoli want Jack Grealish but would reportedly struggle to meet his wage demands.
18th Jul 2025, 08:27 By Connor Greaves
Chelsea far from done
The Blues have made Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers their top target for the remainder of the transfer window.
Villa boss Unai Emery is also keen on being reunited with Blues striker Nicolas Jackson after working with him at Villarreal.
New world champions Chelsea have already spent more than £130million on adding Joao Pedro, Liam Delap and Jamie Gittens to their array of forward options.
But they are ready to push the boat out to bring in England star Rogers, who is valued at £80m or more.
A partial-swap deal involving Jackson is NOT on the cards because financial rules make separate transfers more attractive.
Villa would love to find a way to stay within Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules and Uefa regulations without selling Rogers at all.
But if the Midlanders are unable to bring in decent fees for other bankable stars like Ollie Watkins, Emi Martinez and Leon Bailey, they could be forced to cash in on their prime asset.
By Connor Greaves
Wissa eyed by Newcastle and Tottenham
More of Brentford's key players have been linked with exits this summer, with Yoane Wissa the latest name to attract interest from other clubs.
Newcastle turned their attention to the forward when they ended their pursuit of Liverpool-bound Hugo Ekitike.
But Wissa would prefer to link up with old boss Thomas Frank at Tottenham this summer, with Spurs also said to be interested in the 28-year-old.
Nottingham Forest have also reignited their interest in Wissa after they saw a £25million bid turned down in January.
Brentford's reluctance to part with the striker may depend on whether or not Bryan Mbeumo finally completes a move to Manchester United in the near future.
18th Jul 2025, 08:02 By Gary Stonehouse
Isak EXCLUSIVE
Newcastle's Saudi owners will refuse to sell Alexander Isak - even if he wants to talk to Liverpool.
The Magpies insist the £120million Sweden hitman is not for sale at any price after an approach from the Premier League champions for last season's 27-goal top scorer.
sak's camp are still upset over the lack of a new deal to keep him at St James' Park which has given Liverpool hope they can lure him away.
Amid the stand-off, Arne Slot's Reds have hijacked Newcastle's swoop to bring in Hugo Ekitike from Frankfurt to partner him.
The Bundesliga club rejected a £70m bid from Newcastle on Tuesday but Liverpool are now in talks and believe a fee closer to £80m will help them land the French ace, who has already agreed a six-year contract deal.
Newcastle chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan is backing boss Eddie Howe by refusing to cash in for a British record fee.
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