Franco Mastantuono blow
A number of clubs have been dealt a massive blow in their bid to sign River Plate star Franco Mastantuono, who is one of the most in-demand prospects in world football.
However, Mastantuono appears to be on his way to Real Madrid, according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano.
It is reported the playmaker has agreed to every detail on his contract with Real.
Los Blancos have now started club-to-club negotiations with River Plate.
Manchester United, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Inter Milan have also targeted the 17-year-old, who has been duvet the “Argentine Phil Foden”.
Gunners in Sesko chase
Arsenal are in talks with RB Leipzig to sign striker Benjamin Sesko, according to reports.
The Gunners are desperate to bolster their front line this summer.
Per Sky Sports, Mikel Arteta’s side are mulling over a £70m bid for the 22-year-old.
Man Utd place Mbeumo bid
The Red Devils have lodged a second bid for Bryan Mbeumo, according to reports.
United first offer of £45m plus £10m in add-ons was turned down by Brentford.
Per transfer reporter Ben Jacobs, Ruben Amorim’s side have come back with an improved offer worth more than £60m.
Man Utd striker chase
Manchester United will still want to sign a striker even if they get Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford.
The Red Devils are keen to sew up a deal for the Brentford ace, following the £62.5m arrival of Wolves star Matheus Cunha.
Per Sky Sports, Ruben Amorim’s side will still be in the market for a No9, with both Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee having struggled.
Arsenal chase Real star
Rodrygo has emerged as one of Arsenal’s top targets this summer.
The Gunners are aiming to bolster their attack, with the disgruntled Real Madrid ace fitting the bill.
Per Sky Sports, a deal could move forward following the international break.
Liverpool icon tipped for Madrid
Liverpool cult hero Roberto Firmino has been linked with a sensational move to Real Madrid, reports claim.
Real are looking for an experienced goalscorer to support Kylian Mbappe up top, after finishing second behind LaLiga champions Barcelona this season.
It comes just days after Madrid swooped Liverpool boyhood star Trent Alexander-Arnold, who ended his 20-year career at Anfield for sunny Spain.
And according to Spanish outlet AS Sport, Madrid are in the hunt for a new Joselu-like figure to come to the Bernabeu – with Al-Ahli ace Firmino fitting the bill.
