Here is the latest from today’s Premier League transfer news.
Brighton & Hove Albion are set to feature in their third pre-season friendly of the summer as they take on Reading this afternoon.
The Seagulls are unbeaten so far after playing out a 0-0 stalemate against Union Saint-Gilloise and thrashing Estoril Praia in Portugal the following week.
Neal Maupay will be looking to add to his pre-season tally after bagging a brace last time out.
The French striker will be hoping to get straight off the mark when the Seagulls face Manchester United in their season opener.
Maupay has failed to reach a double-figure goal tally in the past two seasons since scoring ten in his debut campaign on the south coast.
Here are today’s rumours...
Neal Maupay will be looking to add to his pre-season tally after bagging a brace last time out.
5. Whites agree deal to sign PSG youngster
Leeds United have reportedly agreed a deal in principle to sign Paris Saint-Germain striker Arnaud Kalimuendo. The 20-year-old scored 12 goals in 32 matches while on loan at Lens last season. (Graeme Bailey)
6. Spurs retain interest in Spain international
Tottenham Hotspur have once again been linked with a move for Wolves winger Adama Traore after they were previously close to signing him in January. The 26-year-old ended up on loan at Barcelona, picking up two assists in eleven appearances. (90min)
7. Everton turn down chance to sign World Cup winner
Arsenal reportedly rejected the opportunity to sign Atletico Madrid’s Thomas Lemar this summer. The 26-year-old is set to sign a new contract with the Spanish club, however they were previously thought to be willing to offload him if the right offer came in. (Liverpool Echo)
8. Premier League giants target Magpies ace
Chelsea and Tottenham are both reportedly considering moves for Newcastle United winger Allan Saint-Maximin. It is thought that it would cost in excess of £40m to lure him away from St. James' Park. (The Northern Echo)
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