Transfer news live: Arsenal strike Eze agreement, Liverpool want Isak after Diaz exit, Man United learn Watkins verdict

Football365 and French media oulet, Sports Zone report that Arsenal have a reached an agreement with Eberechi Eze over personal terms for a possible transfer to the Emirates stadium.

The Gunners still need to negotiate terms and fees with Crystal Palace but should the clubs come to an understanding Eze will be poised to join Mikel Arteta’s side.

Eze holds a £68m release clause in his contract with the Gunners hoping to negotiate a price closer to £60m.

Leeds have made their seventh summer signing by bringing in Brazilian goalkeeper Lucas Perri from Lyon for an initial €16m (£13.9m).

The fee, which could rise by a further €2m in add-ons, takes Leeds’ summer spending to around £75m as they bolster their squad in a bid to stay in the Premier League.

The 27-year-old joins from Lyon, who he helped reach the quarter-finals of the Europa League last season in a campaign when he kept 13 clean sheets, after goalkeeper was a problem position for Leeds last season, even as they won the Championship.

Thomas Muller has decided to continue his playing career and move to the MLS, according to Sky Sports.

LAFC are one of two clubs in the race to sign the German, who left Bayern Munich last season after a 25-year association with the German club.

Napoli are said to be interested in a surprise move for Raheem Sterling.

The 30-year-old is not in Enzo Maresca’s plans at Chelsea and the Blues want to sell him this summer.

Calcio Mercato report that Napoli have placed Sterling on their shortlist as they look to strengthen in attack and they could secure him for around £20m.

Sky Sports reports that Borussia Dortmund want to sign Brighton midfielder Facundo Buonanotte.

The 20-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Leicester, joined Brighton in 2023 for a fee around £5m.

He has three years left on his contract at the Premier League club, and it is not known what sort of fee Brighton would want.

Fabrizio Romano says that Chelsea are in talks with Borussia Dortmund over a move for Carney Chukwuemeka.

The German side prefer a loan move for the midfielder but Chelsea want to sell.

The Blues are reportedly sticking to their stance or a permanent transfer or no move at all.

Additional reports suggest that RB Leipzig are also interested in Chukwuemeka, which could help Chelsea as the Blues are interested in the Xavi Simons, who plays for the German club.

Wrexham are trying to punch above their weight (slightly) and have approached Christian Eriksen over a potential move.

The Dane is a free agent having left Manchester United at the start of the summer and was impressed by their proposal.

However, Wrexham are in the Championship and are seeking a fourth successive promotion having swept through the lower leagues under the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

Eriksen hopes to remain at the top level of football whether that is in the Premier League or at one of the top leagues in Europe.

James Trafford is set to begin his medical at Man City today ahead of his £27m move from Burnley.

Trafford has agreed a five-year contract plus an optional extra year and will compete with Ederson for the number one shirt, with Steffan Ortega expected to leave this summer.

Tottenham’s Europa League winning captain could potentially depart ahead of the new season in what would be both a blow and a well-earned farewell.

The Athletic report that Son Heung-min is drawing interest from the MLS.

Apparently, Los Angeles FC are said to be ‘pushing hard’ to sign the South Korean and talks with Spurs are ongoing.

Son is not expected to play a prominent role under Thomas Frank next season and could emulate former manager Ange Postecoglou is leaving the club in a blaze of glory after ending their 17-year wait for a major trophy win.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: “We’re delighted to welcome Cristhian to Arsenal. As a 21-year-old defender, Cristhian has already performed consistently well with significant experience in La Liga.

“He is an intelligent player with good pace, who can play centrally and on both sides. He is a young player with exciting talent and enormous potential, who will fit well into our squad as we continue to prepare for next season.

“Cristhian adds good quality to our squad, and we look forward to working with him and making him feel at home with us. From all of us, we welcome Cristhian and his family to the club.”

Sporting director Andrea Berta added: “We’re very happy and excited to have signed a hugely talented young player in Cristhian Mosquera. We identified Cristhian as one of the strongest young defenders in European football, and he is an important signing for our future.

“Cristhian is a versatile defender who will strengthen our squad. We cannot wait to see him playing for us. Together with everyone at the club, we warmly welcome Cristhian and his family to Arsenal.”