Gunners Take Lead in Brighton Versatile Midfielder Race, Premier League Big Three Rivalry Intensifies

Premier League champions Arsenal have taken the lead in the race to sign Brighton midfielder Jack Hinshelwood. The 21-year-old England U21 international has become the Gunners' top target, with his agent already in talks with the club and a formal offer expected soon. Manchester United have also expressed interest and made preliminary inquiries, trying to join the competition, while Manchester City are closely monitoring the versatile player who can also fill in at right-back. Brighton are keen to keep their academy product, but the Seagulls may consider a sale if the bid exceeds £43 million.

Serie A newcomers Como plan to sign Chelsea striker Liam Delap on loan this summer. The 23-year-old has struggled since joining the Blues from Ipswich for £30 million in 2025, scoring just two goals in 41 appearances last season. Managed by a former top midfielder, Como have turned their attention to the English forward after failing to land Fiorentina striker Moise Kean.

Chelsea winger Pedro Neto could also be on the move. Saudi giants Al-Hilal have agreed personal terms with the player and are willing to pay €60 million for the Portugal international. The 26-year-old, previously linked with Arsenal and Manchester City, is now ready to leave Stamford Bridge.

Newcastle United want to sign Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba to bolster their midfield. After the departures of Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali, the 22-year-old has become a key target for the new manager. Manchester United had long been interested in Baleba, but their interest waned after signing André Santos and learning the transfer fee could be as high as £120 million. Additionally, Newcastle are close to completing the signing of Benfica's 23-year-old right-back Amar Dedić, with the Bosnia international having agreed terms with the club.

Paris Saint-Germain have agreed a deal with Ajax for winger Mika Godts, with the transfer fee around €55 million. The 21-year-old Belgium international has agreed personal terms with the Ligue 1 champions, having contributed 17 goals and 13 assists in the Eredivisie last season. The deal is expected to be completed in the coming days, with the player traveling to Paris for a medical.

Chelsea young striker Dastan Satpaev has joined Burnley on a season-long loan after signing a six-year contract. Barcelona will submit a new bid to Manchester City for Spain international Rodri, with City valuing the 30-year-old at over €70 million. Arsenal have added Bayer Leverkusen's Jarell Quansah to their list of defensive targets but have yet to open direct talks. Barcelona forward Ferran Torres will join Paris, with the two clubs having agreed in principle on a fee of around €50 million. Manchester City midfielder Rodri is close to joining Barcelona, with negotiations making a breakthrough.

Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United may join Arsenal in the race for Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen, but none of the three Premier League clubs have made a formal bid yet. Crystal Palace are close to signing Real Salt Lake youngster Javier Gozo, a versatile midfielder who has made 16 appearances for the US U20 team. Everton have been told they must pay up to £25 million to sign Crystal Palace right-back Daniel Muñoz. Tottenham are still pursuing Manchester City winger Savinho, with the player keen on the move. Paris are holding firm on their £145 million asking price for Bradley Barcola, and Liverpool are unwilling to meet it unless the price drops. Bayer Leverkusen insist Quansah will not leave this summer. Coventry City may swoop for Chelsea youngster Josh Acheampong. Borussia Dortmund are considering a move for Barcelona right-back Héctor Fort. Galatasaray are interested in Lyon winger Malick Fofana. Southampton are monitoring Feyenoord defender Anel Ahmedhodžić. Brentford have agreed a deal with Independiente del Valle to sign 18-year-old midfielder Darwin Guagua. Deportivo La Coruña have contacted free agent winger Adama Traoré, who was released by West Ham United.