Transfer news: Barcola agreement, Baleba to Man Utd, £150m Spurs swoop

We're into the final two weeks of the window, and things have finally burst into life. After weeks of working on deals, clubs are starting to make their moves, with all sorts of names flying around and being mentioned as potential deals. Ezri Konsa to Arsenal and Carlos Baleba to Manchester United are two of the biggest transfer stories to emerge this week, while Tottenham are believed to be tracking two Manchester City forwards.

It's reported Spurs could look to splash £150milllion on Savinho and Omar Marmoush as they look to bolster their attack. They could also move for Cody Gakpo if Liverpool sign two wingers, one of them Bradley Barcola, in time. City themselves have plenty of business left to do. The noise coming out of the club is that any departure will be replaced, meaning there could still be as many as five new arrivals this summer. It promises to be a busy fortnight.

Express Sport recaps all of the latest transfer news and updates below...

There seems to be plenty of things falling into place, as the transfer window continues to heat up.

All of the big-hitters are exploring deals, with plenty of big money expected to be splashed before deadline day.

Make sure to check back with our transfer window coverage later this week.

Former Manchester City ace Gareth Barry has suggested Jack Grealish could find a route back into Enzo Maresca's squad.

Speaking to BetVictor Online Casino, Barry remarked: "I think the signs are looking quite good for Jack Grealish with Enzo Maresca coming in. The signs for me are quite good for Jack staying at City, speculation has gone a bit quiet recently.

"He came on early as a substitute in the Community Shield, and I know they get on well. So, the signs are there that Jack might be given a go at Man City, which would be an incredible turnaround for him.

"Nothing really surprises you in football, does it? I'd say the noises around Jack this year suggest he might get a chance at Man City. It's one of those where I'd wait and see, as only Maresca and Jack will probably know the conversations they've had.

"But with the way the media is these days, the fact it’s all gone quiet makes me think he might be getting a go."

Julian Alvarez was subject to chants directed his way by the Atletico Madrid fans.

The striker has been linked with a move to Barcelona and Arsenal.

The Argentine didn't play in the 2-0 win against newly-promoted Malaga, but fans were heard directing criticism his way.

Atletico boss Diego Simeone said only: “I am very respectful of our people.”

Barcelona have reportedly moved on to other striker targets, pathing the way for Arsenal to have a crack at the whip.

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Manchester City have reportedly been told they won't be able to sign Adam Wharton this summer.

The Blues are on the lookout for several midfielders and as per The Athletic, identified Wharton as a potential option.

However, they have been knocked back by the Premier League club, who don't want to let one of their prized possessions leave this summer.

City continue to be linked with moves for Enzo Fernandez and Manu Kone, having allowed Tijjani Reijnders and Rodri to leave.

Gabriel Martinelli is being touted as a potential signing for Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.

The winger was believed to be of interest to Galatasaray, but Martinelli wasn't interested in a move to Turkey.

However, as per Fabrizio Romano, Martinelli is being eyed up by Al Hilal and could be subject to a bumper contract proposal.

Martinelli is said to prefer to remain in Europe, but could be tempted by a blockbuster offer.

Ezri Konsa is set to have his medical at Arsenal today.

The Gunners struck an agreement with Aston Villa to sign the defender.

It's expected to be a fee in the region of £51m, with Arsenal keen to add depth at the back following William Saliba's injury.

Konsa has impressed in the Premier League for Aston Villa and was a key member of the England World Cup squad.

Arsenal kick-start their Premier League campaign at home to Coventry City on Friday night.

Manchester City are reportedly scheduling fresh talks for Ayyoub Bouaddi.

The midfielder has been linked all summer, with suggestions that a deal is close.

That's according to Fabrizio Romano, who reports Bouaddi is waiting for the green light to travel to Manchester.

The final fee is yet to be decided, but it's rumoured to be in the region of £85million.

Bouaddi has impressed at Lille and was a fixture in Morocco's side at the 2026 World Cup.

Elsewhere, Manu Kone and Adam Wharton have also emerged as options for City in midfield.

Tottenham are reportedly eyeing up a double Manchester City swoop involving Savinho and Omar Marmoush.

The two forwards are deemed surplus to requirements at City and would be allowed to leave if a fee can be agreed.

Roberto De Zerbi is desperate to improve his forward line, having already signed several players in the midfield and defensive departments.

It's being reported that the double swoop could cost as much as £150m, with City said to be keen to replace both players should they depart.

Manchester United are stepping up their chase for Carlos Baleba.

It's reported the Red Devils are closing in on the signing of Baleba from Brighton, having held a long-term interest in the star.

It would complete their midfield rebuild, having already signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.

There is an expectation that a deal will get done, with suggestions a fee could be in the region of £65million.

United are still on the lookout for a left-back, with Lewis Hall and Myles Lewis-Skelly having been mentioned as potential options.

Liverpool and PSG both expect to reach an agreement over Bradley Barcola.

That's according to RMC Sport, who claim Barcola is keen to join the Reds should he leave Paris Saint-Germain.

Barcola hasn't been able to establish himself as a starter at PSG, and therefore will be allowed to leave at the right priee.

But only for a handsome fee, with suggestions PSG's initial valuation started at around £160million.

Recent reports have said the eventual fee could now be around £110m.

And both clubs, plus the player's representatives, expect a deal to be struck soon.

Liverpool are still desperate for attacking reinforcements, having waved goodbye to Mohamed Salah at the end of last season.

Hello and welcome to our Thursday coverage of the transfer window!

The transfer window has exploded into life over the last week, with the big-hitters finally making their moves.

Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham, and Manchester City are at the forefront of this summer's business.

But there's plenty of action going on elsewhere!

Stick around as we bring you all of the latest transfer news and updates.