Football transfer rumours: Barcelona’s shock Mainoo bid; Liverpool offer Alexander-Arnold swap

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick wants to build his midfield around Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo and the La Liga side have offered £8.5m plus winger Raphinha in a swap deal for the England international.

Arsenal are seeking a guaranteed fee of £40m to part ways with goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale this summer.

Progress has been made in Chelsea‘s pursuit of Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise, who is also wanted by Man Utd.

Leaving Chelsea could be striker Armando Broja, with Everton in talks over a £30m deal for the Albania international.

On the other hand, Everton are not looking to seal any transfers until their ownership situation is clarified.

Newcastle United have agreed personal terms with Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, with a bid worth over £15m expected soon.

Having declined their purchase option on Arsenal left-back Kieran Tierney, Real Sociedad are now looking to sign Sergio Gomez from Manchester City.

Chelsea are chasing Olise / Alex Davidson/GettyImages

Liverpool are looking to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo and hope to drive down the Brazilian’s price tag by offering right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold in exchange.

Fabio Vieira intends to leave Arsenal this summer after growing frustrated with his limited minutes.

Crystal Palace midfielder Ebere Eze is on the radar of both Man Utd and Tottenham Hotspur. 

Sporting CP have informed the suitors of midfielder Morten Hjulmand – Man UtdTottenham and Barcelona – that they must trigger his €80m (£68m) release clause if they want to sign him.

Sergi Roberto will give Barcelona as long as possible to sort out his contract extension before exploring other options. Catalan rivals Girona are keen to get a deal done.