Chelsea deal imminent as Gabriel Martinelli talks confirmed

10 Aug 2026 22:02 BST |
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Monday delivered some huge transfer news as Chelsea closed in on their next deal.

Plus, Arsenal engaged in talks over a possible deal for Gabriel Martinelli and Man Utd identified a Lewis Hall alternative. There’s plenty to cover, so let’s jump right in.

Chelsea agreement close

Chelsea are on the verge of reaching an agreement for the transfer of Ryan Kavuma-McQueen.

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Arsenal’s smart Martinelli stance

Arsenal’s transfer stance on Gabriel Martinelli is a sensible one after Galatasaray opened talks for the winger.

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Man Utd eye Raum

Man Utd have identified RB Leipzig captain David Raum as an alternative to Lewis Hall, but there is one major problem.

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Real Madrid’s contract problem

Real Madrid have created a potential problem with their Vinicius Jr deal – and it’s a situation Jose Mourinho will relish.

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Chelsea’s strikers

Chelsea have way too many strikers on their books, but there is actually a very easy solution to this problem.

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Alvarez opportunity

Atletico Madrid are not budging from their stance on a Julian Alvarez transfer to Barcelona, and this could actually be a boon to Arsenal.

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Rangers agree Driouech deal

Rangers have reached an agreement with PSV for winger Couhaib Driouech.

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Simons’ decline

Xavi Simons, currently nursing an ACL injury, has seen his value plummet after a hellish first season at Tottenham.

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Smart Rashford call

Man Utd’s decision to keep Marcus Rashford is the right one.

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City close in on Bouaddi

Man City are on the verge of breaking the bank on Lille sensation Ayyoub Bouaddi.

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Chelsea urged to sign Zubimendi

Chelsea have been told to poach Xabi Alonso favourite Martin Zubimendi from Arsenal.

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Arsenal’s Timber problem

Jurrien Timber has become irreplaceable for Arsenal, and this is a genuine problem.

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