Newcastle United and Chelsea have reportedly discussed including Nicolas Jackson in a deal that would send Magpies striker Alexander Isak to west London.
Isak, 24, was excellent for in 2023/24, scoring 21 goals in 30 Premier League matches.
His fine form has caught the eye of Arsenal and Chelsea, who are both in the market for a new striker.
The Gunners are believed to be looking at different options with Mikel Arteta expected to spend a large bulk of his summer budget on a central midfielder.
Chelsea and Newcastle have reportedly held talks over the transfer of Isak this week, though the latter will cost over £100million if sold.
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According to reports, Aston Villa have joined the race to sign Barcelona winger Raphinha after the Catalan giants received a £55million offer for the Brazilian.
Raphinha made his name at Leeds United after moving to the Premier League for under £18m following their promotion in 2020.
The 27-year-old became an instant hit at Elland Road, scoring 17 goals and providing 12 assists in total before securing a big-money move to Barcelona.
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West Ham have successfully hijacked Juventus deal for Jean-Clair Todibo, who is now set to complete a medical ahead of his €40m transfer from Nice.
Reports had suggested Torino only had eyes for Juventus, but the Serie A giants have been beaten to the punch by West Ham after director Tim Steidten agreed to include a sell-on clause in the deal for the centre-back.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano took to X to confirm the crazy saga is over.
He wrote: Jean-Clair Todibo to West Ham, here we go! Exclusive scoop confirmed as hijack is completed. Understand Todibo, his agent and West Ham director Tim Steidten are flying to London right now! €40m on loan + obligation, sell-on clause included. Medical booked today.
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