Osimhen Linked to Arsenal as Tottenham Pursues Gakpo

Arsenal has engaged in discussions with Galatasaray regarding the availability of striker Victor Osimhen, reports the Daily Telegraph. The talks occurred amidst negotiations for separate transfers involving Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri moving to the Turkish Super Lig club. While the depth of interest from either party remains uncertain, Arsenal has long expressed admiration for the Nigerian international, who scored 54 goals in his first two seasons at Galatasaray. Recently, Galatasaray rejected a €130 million offer for Osimhen from Al Hilal, according to Florian Plettenberg.

In parallel, Tottenham Hotspur has formally registered interest in signing Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo, as reported by Voetbal International. Gakpo had his lowest scoring season at Liverpool last year, netting just nine goals in all competitions, although he performed better with the Netherlands at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scoring three goals in four appearances. The Dutch forward’s contract at Anfield runs until 2030.

Transfer Rumors Across Europe

Meanwhile, Barcelona’s Jules Koundé could be on the move this summer, with potential interest from Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool should a suitable offer emerge, according to Mundo Deportivo. Koundé made 47 appearances for Barcelona last season.

Chelsea is reportedly eyeing Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace and Alex Scott from AFC Bournemouth as replacements for Enzo Fernández, who has been linked to a transfer to Manchester City before a looming deadline. Fresh contact has been established with both players, suggesting Chelsea’s ambition to finalize a deal.

AC Milan is preparing for significant changes, with reports from Sky Italia indicating they seek to move on as many as eight players, including Fikayo Tomori, Christopher Nkunku, Santiago Gimenez, Pervis Estupiñán, and Youssouf Fofana. New head coach Ruben Amorim has confirmed signings such as Gonçalo Ramos and Mario Gila as part of this reshuffle.

Upcoming Transfers and Moves

Barcelona is expected to finalize a deal for Ferran Torres to join Paris Saint-Germain for around €50 million, anticipated to be completed in the coming days. The move will include a medical examination for Torres upon his arrival in Paris.

Manchester City has agreed to transfer midfielder Tijjani Reijnders to Al Qadsiah for £52 million, according to ESPN sources.

Other transfer news includes Arsenal’s close contact with Atlético Madrid concerning Julián Álvarez, as well as Juventus shifting focus to Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario after halting discussions for Zion Suzuki.

Additionally, Hector Fort of Barcelona is attracting interest from Liverpool, Everton, and Fulham, while Arsenal is negotiating with Liverpool to sign academy player Vincent Joseph, who made two appearances in the under-18 Premier League last season.

Leeds United has secured personal terms with Borussia Monchengladbach defender Nico Elvedi for a contract until 2029 and are preparing an opening offer for the 29-year-old.

Bayer Leverkusen rejected a €20 million bid from Ipswich Town for midfielder Exequiel Palacios, who remains interested in a move to England.

Marseille has made an approach to Arsenal for winger Reiss Nelson, although the initial offer is expected to be rebuffed. Leeds United is also in negotiations with Marseille regarding goalkeeper Lucas Perri amid discussions of a potential exchange involving Brazilian winger Igor Paixao.

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