The summer transfer window is open! Transfer Talk brings you all the latest on rumours, comings and goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: West Ham reach agreement with BVB's Füllkrug
West Ham United are close to signing the Borussia Dortmund striker Nicholas Füllkrugaccording to Florian Plettenberg of Sky Sports Germany.
A deal worth €26m plus €4m in add-ons has reportedly been agreed for the 31-year-old after the Hammers made a breakthrough during negotiations on Friday.
He is believed to have been among the first candidates for new manager Julen Lopetegui, who has reportedly been pushing for his side to secure a deal with him. The Germany international is now set to undergo a medical, having already agreed terms on a €3m-a-season salary to join the London Stadium on a three-year deal that includes the option of a further year.
Füllkrug contributed to 20 goals in 29 games for BVB in the Bundesliga last season and also stood out during his appearances for Germany at the European Championship.
PAPER GOSSIP
– A bid in the region of £80m will be required if Liverpool are to sign the Newcastle United winger. Antonio GordonThe 23-year-old is believed to be one of the names on the Reds’ shortlist this summer, while they are also said to be looking to sign a centre-back and a defensive midfielder. Gordon was a key player for the Magpies last season, scoring 11 goals and assisting 10 others in 35 Premier League games.
– Juventus lead the race for the Nice centre-back Jean-Clair Todibo, reports Gianluca Di Marzio. He Bianconeri West Ham are reportedly ahead in their pursuit of the 24-year-old, who has indicated his preference to join manager Thiago Motta's side. Bologna are also believed to be in the sights.
– Paris Saint-Germain attacking midfielder Xavi Simons According to Le Parisien, Simons will return to RB Leipzig on loan. The 21-year-old will return to the Bundesliga club for another season after shining there last season, but it is reported that no permanent option clause has been included. Simons was a standout performer for the Netherlands at the recent European Championships, scoring in the 2-1 semi-final defeat to England.
– Stade Rennais winger I wish I doubt According to Sky Sport Deutschland's Florian Plettenberg, the player would prefer to join Bayern Munich rather than Paris Saint-Germain. The club and the 19-year-old are believed to have already reached a personal agreement, but a formal approach with PSG has yet to take place, as manager Vincent Kompany wants to transfer some players first. His offer is expected to be between €55-60m.
