Leandro Trossard’s future at Arsenal is uncertain as the club pursues Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. The Belgian winger is hesitant to sign a contract extension while awaiting clarity on his playing time for next season. Trossard has attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund, and at least two unnamed Premier League teams have reportedly made significant offers for him. Although specific details on these offers remain vague, Arsenal appears willing to entertain bids for the player they signed from Brighton for £27 million two years ago. Following a busy summer transfer window, the club is also open to selling some or all of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, Jakub Kiwior, and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
In Bournemouth, a significant turnover of defenders continues as Paris Saint-Germain aims to acquire Illia Zabarnyi. The 22-year-old Ukrainian, a fan favorite known for a catchy chant set to Whitney Houston’s classic, has reportedly drawn a £50 million bid from PSG that Bournemouth has turned down. He could soon join other defenders leaving the club, including Milos Kerkez (Liverpool), Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid), and Kepa Arrizabalaga (Arsenal from Chelsea).
Meanwhile, Newcastle United is reportedly on the verge of signing Southampton goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, though he may not be the most high-profile target this summer. This potential acquisition could prompt Manchester United to make a move for Ramsdale’s England teammate, Nick Pope, who is in the final year of his contract at Newcastle. However, the outlook from St James’ Park indicates Ramsdale would compete with, not replace, the current first-choice goalkeeper.
Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins, meanwhile, has expressed openness to a move to Manchester United. However, Villa’s £60 million asking price may deter United owner Jim Ratcliffe. The Manchester club hopes to negotiate a lower fee by including Alejandro Garnacho, a winger they are looking to offload. In other Villa news, Àlex Moreno could potentially join Girona, as the Spanish club’s manager, Michel, seeks to reunite with the player he previously coached at Rayo Vallecano. After a lackluster loan at Nottingham Forest, the 32-year-old is eager to leave Villa Park.
Thomas Müller, having left Bayern Munich, is set to join MLS and appears likely to sign with Vancouver Whitecaps despite interest from FC Cincinnati. His transfer is contingent on negotiations involving “targeted allocation money” and “discovery rights.” If completed, Müller would become the Whitecaps’ most notable signing since Ryan Gauld, contributing to a team that is currently just one point off the top of the Western Conference with a game in hand over leaders San Diego.
