Latest transfer news and rumors: Newcastle turn to Jackson

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Top story: Jackson back in fashion

Newcastle, bracing for the potential departure of Alexander Isak this summer, are considering a move for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. Isak, left out of Newcastle's squad for their preseason tour of Asia amid links to Liverpool, is reportedly keen on joining the Reds.

If that deal comes to fruition, the Magpies will turn their attention to Jackson, who scored 10 Premier League goals last season. Benjamin Sesko is also an option for Eddie Howe's team, but Newcastle face competition from Manchester United for the Slovenian striker. (The Telegraph)

Other rumors

July 29

Isak wants Liverpool move: Speaking of Isak, he's 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)

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)

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)

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)

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

Ramsdale to stay in EPL: Aaron Ramsdale suffered his third relegation with Southampton last season, but the goalkeeper remains a highly coveted player and is now the subject of transfer talks between his club and Newcastle. (The Athletic)

Manic Magpies: Newcastle United are planning an opening bid of around €73 million for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko. The club is seeking relief from an increasingly frustrating summer transfer window. (Foot Mercato)

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)

New Blue: Chelsea are closing in on a move for Jorrel Hato worth over €40 million. At just 19, the defender has already made 111 first-team appearances for Ajax. (David Ornstein)

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)

Xhaka back in EPL: Sunderland reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen over the signing of Granit Xhaka for up to €20 million. He'll sign a three-year contract with the option of an additional year. (Sky Sport Germany)

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

Arsenal eye Eze: Arsenal are hoping to sign Crystal Palace playmaker Eberechi Eze for £60 million. There's yet to be formal contact between the two clubs, but their good relationship should ease negotiations. (The Independent)

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)

July 24

Gentlemen's agreement: Benjamin Sesko provided Leipzig with a limited list of clubs that he'd like to join. If any of them submit an offer between €70 million and €80 million up front, Leipzig will sanction the transfer, even though they believe the Slovenian is worth more. (Fabrizio Romano)

Midfield moves: Manchester United are considering selling Kobbie Mainoo this summer. If they do, the Red Devils will turn to Javi Guerra. The 22-year-old Spaniard just rejected Valencia's offer to extend his contract. (Marca)

Endrick wants to stay: Real Madrid are open to loaning out Endrick so he can get more playing time this season, but the Brazilian teenager would like to stay and fight for minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu. (ESPN)

Winger whirlwind: Inter Milan are yet to meet Atalanta's €50-million valuation for Ademola Lookman, which has allowed Juventus to enter the scene. If Lookman departs, Atalanta will replace him with Federico Chiesa, who's no longer part of Liverpool's plans after one forgettable season. (Football Italia)

July 23

Spurs move for Rodrygo: Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy wants to capitalize on the club's strong relationship with Real Madrid to broker a deal for Rodrygo. Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and Liverpool have all been linked with the unsettled winger. (AS)

Simons leaving Leipzig: RB Leipzig are awaiting a formal offer from Chelsea for Xavi Simons. A verbal agreement is close, and the attacker approving personal terms with the Club World Cup winners should be a formality. (Sky Sport Germany)

Hakan hanging around: Hakan Calhanoglu confirmed that he'll remain at Inter Milan after regular reports claimed he would move to the Turkish Super Lig this summer. (Gianluca Di Marzio)

No Man City for Morgan: Manchester City won't revive their interest in Morgan Gibbs-White. Nottingham Forest have made him available for a reduced £60-million sum and don't want to sell to Tottenham after they apparently made an illegal approach. (Manchester Evening News)

Swooping for a Seagull: Borussia Dortmund and Lyon are both in talks to sign Facundo Buonanotte from Brighton & Hove Albion. The young attacker spent last season on loan at Leicester City. (Fabrizio Romano)

Moving on Marc: Crystal Palace are welcoming offers for Marc Guehi now that the defender is in the final year of his contract. Their asking price of at least £45 million could be too much for Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Tottenham. (GiveMeSport)