Latest transfer news and rumors: Palhinha nearing EPL return

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Top story: Joao ready to go

Tottenham Hotspur have agreed to personal terms with Joao Palhinha and are in advanced talks with Bayern Munich to bring the 30-year-old midfielder back to the Premier League. The deal is likely to be a loan with an option to buy. Spurs would pay his salary over the duration of the season-long agreement.

Palhinha joined Bayern from Fulham in a deal worth €51 million last summer, but he's managed just six Bundesliga starts as Vincent Kompany regularly picks the likes of Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Aleksandar Pavlovic, and Konrad Laimer ahead of him. Palhinha completed the most tackles in the 2022-23 and 2023-24 Premier League campaigns. (Fabrizio Romano)

Other rumors

July 31

Garnacho's good review: Chelsea carried out a series of background checks on Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho and found no issues with his character. They're expected to submit a bid before the summer window shuts. (The Telegraph)

Red Devils vs. Magpies: Manchester United and Newcastle United might squabble for more than Benjamin Sesko this summer. The two clubs are interested in signing Stuttgart striker Nick Woltemade, who previously seemed destined to join Bayern Munich for around £40 million. (The Sun)

Busy Juve: Juventus general manager Damien Comolli said the club is working on a deal for Paris Saint-Germain's Randal Kolo Muani, who wants to return after last season's loan spell. Juventus are also waiting for an acceptable offer for Dusan Vlahovic. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Giac chat: Atletico Madrid have approached Napoli about the possibility of signing 25-year-old forward Giacomo Raspadori. He could be available for €25 million plus €5 million in bonuses. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Winter is coming: Bournemouth are joining Inter Milan in the race to sign Genoa defender Koni De Winter. The Cherries have made the Belgian a top target for when Illia Zabarnyi leaves. (Fabrizio Romano)

Nico won't go: Nico O'Reilly is set for a new contract and squad number at Manchester City after his club rejected two bids from Bayer Leverkusen and resisted interest from Premier League rivals. (Fabrizio Romano)

Three-point Turner: Matt Turner is still on Nottingham Forest's books, but he's agreed to a permanent transfer to Lyon before potentially returning to Major League Soccer with a loan move to the New England Revolution. (GiveMeSport)

July 30

Scrap for Sesko: Manchester United have made contact with RB Leipzig over a potential move for Benjamin Sesko, who is also Newcastle United's top target. Leipzig want between €80 million and €90 million for him. (ESPN)

Hato deal is done: Chelsea have reached an agreement with Ajax to sign defender Jorrel Hato. The Blues will pay over €40 million for the 19-year-old, while Ajax will also retain a sell-on clause. Hato will sign a seven-year contract with Chelsea. (The Athletic)

Arsenal not done yet: Arsenal would still like to sign Eberechi Eze this summer, but they're not willing to meet his release clause, which is worth over £60 million. The Gunners will only submit a bid if Crystal Palace lower their asking price for the 27-year-old. (The Athletic)

Saudi sides eye Lewy: Several Saudi Pro League clubs are interested in signing Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski. The 36-year-old is happy at Barca but has asked the club to make his departure seamless if a formal offer arrives. (Mundo Deportivo)

Ramsdale's next club: Newcastle reached an agreement with Southampton to sign Aaron Ramsdale on an initial loan. The deal will include an option for the shot-stopper to make the switch permanent. (The Athletic)

Domino effect: Ramsdale's impending arrival at St. James' Park could result in Nick Pope's departure. Manchester United, also linked with Gianluigi Donnarumma, remain on the lookout for a new netminder to compete with Andre Onana and could turn their attention to Pope. (talkSPORT)

So long, Stefan: Manchester City informed backup goalkeeper Stefan Ortega that he's now surplus to requirements and can leave the club this summer after James Trafford's return. (Fabrizio Romano)

Gauging Garnacho interest: Manchester United have spoken to both Aston Villa and Chelsea to see if either club wants to sign Alejandro Garnacho. The Red Devils would be open to swap deals involving Ollie Watkins or Nicolas Jackson. (The Independent)

July 29

Isak wants Liverpool move: Alexander Isak has agreed to personal terms with Liverpool. If the Reds and Newcastle can come to terms on a transfer fee, the Swedish striker will sign a five-year deal with the reigning Premier League champions. (Sky Sport Switzerland)

Magpies turn to Jackson: Newcastle, bracing for the potential departure of Isak, are considering a move for Nicolas Jackson. The Chelsea striker scored 10 Premier League goals last season. (The Telegraph)

Man United's big bid: Manchester United have tabled a €40-million offer for Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand. Sporting want at least €50 million for the Dane, who is also being targeted by Juventus. (Calciomercato)

Forest splash cash: Nottingham Forest have beaten Serie A champions Napoli to the signing of versatile Swiss international Dan Ndoye. Forest will pay a club-record fee, believed to be around €45 million in total, to acquire the 24-year-old from Bologna. (The Telegraph)

PSG's new netminder: Paris Saint-Germain are on the brink of signing Lucas Chevalier from Lille. A €40-million package is being finalized, with the add-on structure the last detail to be sorted before the French goalkeeper moves to the Champions League holders. (Fabrizio Romano)

Bolstering the backline: PSG are also nearing the finish line over a deal for Bournemouth center-back Illia Zabarnyi. The Ukrainian international was never close to joining Tottenham, despite reports. (Fabrizio Romano)

Everton eye Grealish: Everton are interested in making a loan move for Jack Grealish, who's been told by Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola that he should find a new club this summer. West Ham and Napoli are also tracking the 29-year-old. (iPaper)

Cucurella going nowhere: Chelsea have no intention of selling left-back Marc Cucurella despite recent speculation linking the Spaniard with clubs in Saudi Arabia. (Football London)

Sancho's situation: Borussia Dortmund are interested in bringing Jadon Sancho back to the club on a permanent basis. The English winger is open to the move, and Manchester United want around €20 million to make it happen. (Sky Sport Germany)

Atalanta standing firm: Champions League finalists Inter presented a new offer for Ademola Lookman worth €45 million in total, but Atalanta rejected the bid and continue to hold out for a larger fee. (Fabrizio Romano)

July 28

Why Brentford won't budge: Newcastle's pursuit of Yoane Wissa isn't dead, but it's unlikely to result in a move. Brentford believe Newcastle's £30-million valuation of Wissa is fair, but they're reluctant to sanction another forward leaving after Bryan Mbeumo's exit. (The i)

Osimhen almost official: Galatasaray's Victor Osimhen unveiling is imminent after the striker's contract details were ironed out. The Turkish giants will pay Napoli €75 million over two installments. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Hanging around for Heung-min: Los Angeles FC are close to agreeing to personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min but don't believe a transfer is possible until later in the summer transfer window. (GiveMeSport)

Gabby gossip: There are currently no talks between Flamengo and Arsenal over the potential transfer of Gabriel Jesus. Recent reports suggested the Brazilian forward could return to his homeland. (Fabrizio Romano)

Doan demands: Freiburg are insisting on more than €20 million for Ritsu Doan in their transfer negotiations with Eintracht Frankfurt. The Japanese winger verbally agreed to the move. (Sky Sport Germany)

July 27

Saudi side hijacks Felix deal: Joao Felix was in talks with Benfica about a potential return, but Al-Nassr swooped in to strike a deal for the forward. They'll pay an initial €30-million fee to Chelsea. (Fabrizio Romano)

Donnarumma in demand: Gianluigi Donnarumma still hasn't come to terms with Paris Saint-Germain on a new long-term contract, which has alerted both Manchester City and Manchester United to a possible opportunity. (L'Equipe)

Muller's next move: German veteran Thomas Muller is in talks to join the Vancouver Whitecaps. The 35-year-old was reportedly being targeted by fellow MLS side LAFC, but Vancouver is now the front-runner. (Tom Bogert)

Uncertainty in Madrid: A handful of Real Madrid players could depart the club before the season begins. The futures of David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, Rodrygo, Dani Ceballos, and Endrick are all "up in the air." (AS)

July 26

Door open for outcasts: Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim will offer Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Tyrell Malacia, and Jadon Sancho a way back into the senior squad if they can't find a new club this summer. (ESPN)

Late Luiz: Juventus could fine Douglas Luiz up to €120,000 for failing to report for preseason training. The midfielder wants to return to England and is being tracked by Everton, Nottingham Forest, and West Ham United. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Toffees' talks: Everton are in advanced talks to sign left winger Malick Fofana from Lyon. An official bid has been submitted, and the English club is already discussing personal terms with the 20-year-old Belgian. (Fabrizio Romano)

Bullish bargain hunting: RB Leipzig reached a verbal agreement with Brazilian striker Romulo, but they want Goztepe to drop their asking price to below €20 million before making their move. They also need to sell before they buy. (Sky Sport Germany)

Kessie can go: Franck Kessie could return to Italy after Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli decided the Ivorian midfielder can leave this summer for a good price. Fiorentina and a host of other clubs are expected to join the race for his signature. (Fabrizio Romano)

July 25

Saudi side swoops: Al-Hilal have offered Alexander Isak a contract worth £600,000 per week with no taxes. The deal would also include lucrative bonuses for winning the domestic title and the AFC Champions League, and for finishing as top scorer in the Saudi Pro League. (The Guardian)

Eriksen unconvinced by Wrexham: Christian Eriksen's agent praised the "hugely impressive project" at Wrexham after the Championship club's approach, but said his client wants to play in a "first-tier competition." (Daily Mail)

Napoli eye EPL outcasts: Chelsea's Raheem Sterling is on Napoli's list of transfer targets as their pursuit of Bologna winger Dan Ndoye hits more hurdles. Liverpool's Federico Chiesa and Manchester City's Jack Grealish are also on Napoli's radar. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Blues yearn for Yildiz: Chelsea representatives traveled to Italy to encourage Juventus to sell Kenan Yildiz, but their bid of at least €65 million was rejected by the Old Lady. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Hard negotiations: AC Milan expect to conclude their drawn-out pursuit of Club Brugge midfielder Ardon Jashari in the next two to three days. The clubs have been in constant contact about the transfer. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

Shaw unsure of role: Patrick Dorgu, Diogo Dalot, and possibly even youngster Diego Leon could be picked at left-back ahead of Luke Shaw. The Englishman is ready to listen to offers from Saudi Arabia as he seeks regular minutes. Shaw could be gone by January. (The Sun)