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Live Coverage: Transfer Talk - July 19

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Welcome to Sports Mole's live transfer blog for Sunday, July 19.

With some massive deals already having been completed in the transfer window clubs are looking to build their squads ahead of the big kickoff next month.

Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news below.


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Good morning! You're in the right place for all the latest transfer news. With some massive deals already being completed this transfer window, more is sure to follow, and you can keep up to date with all the goings on here with Sports Mole.

Needing a catch up on all the overnight transfer news? Look no further than Sports Mole's morning round up right here.

It all seemed to quieten down regarding Gareth Bale's possible move to Manchester United, but that one is making headlines once again. United are reportedly considering a £95m for the Welshman.

More news coming out of Old Trafford this morning, and this time it is regarding Angel di Maria. Paris Saint-Germain have been strongly linked, but the 27-year-old is reportedly not for sale unless he hands in an official transfer request.Angel di Maria in action for Manchester United on November 8, 2014© Getty Images

DONE DEAL! Fulham have confirmed this morning that youngster Patrick Roberts officially completed his move to Manchester City overnight. The deal is thought to be worth somewhere in the region of £11m, with Roberts becoming the Citizens' third English signing of the summer to date.

Could the Christian Benteke transfer saga be coming to an end anytime soon? Not according to fresh reports this morning, which suggest that the Belgian forward will bide his time in the hope that a top-four club will make an approach.

From one ongoing transfer saga to another, and it appears as though Aleksandar Mitrovic's proposed move to Newcastle United could finally go through in the coming days. Magpies boss Steve McClaren has confirmed that a deal is "close" to completion for the Anderlecht forward.

The Christian Benteke rumours just will not go away. Following that news and hour or so ago suggesting that the Belgian was holding out for a move to Manchester United, fresh reports claim that a switch to Liverpool is now just 48 hours away.

Christian Benteke of Aston Villa celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Barclays Premier League match between Aston Villa and Everton at Villa Park on May 2, 2015© Getty Images


Okay, here is something that isn't Mitrovic or Benteke related. Edinson Cavani, a reported target for Manchester United, is "happy" at Paris Saint-Germain. That is according to his agent, at least, who hints that the Uruguayan will remain at the French club as long as he is fielded in a central role.

Could Chelsea youngster Nathan Ake be on his travels again this summer? One report claims that will be the case, with a trio of Premier League clubs said to be chasing his signature.

"Aubameyang stays with us this season. He's not for sale" - the words of Borussia Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke, amid rumoured interest from Arsenal. Read more.

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has had his say on the future of winger Mohamed Salah. The wideman spent last season on loan at Fiorentina and is expected to move away from Stamford Bridge this summer. We'll have more on that shortly...

Here's more on the news that Salah is heading for the Stamford Bridge exit door.

Adam Lallana has had his say on the news that Liverpool are close to landing Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke. The Reds have met the £32.5m buyout clause for the Belgian international, and we'll have Lallana's take on the situation soon...

Before we bring you Lallana, a report has claimed that Fulham are lining a £1m move for Jake Bidwell. The full story is here.

Here's Lallana's take on the news that Benteke is close to signing for Liverpool full.

Jose Mourinho has revealed that he is willing to sell Filipe Luis back to Atletico Madrid. However, the Portuguese coach has said that he needs to identify a replacement before sanctioning a deal over the Brazilian left-back. Full story here.

Bad news for Liverpool and Arsenal fans! Alexandre Lacazette has revealed that he will be staying at Lyon this summer. The France international finished top of Ligue 1's scoring charts with 27 strikes last term and has been linked with a move to the Premier League. However, it appears as though Lacazette will be remaining with OL. Full story is here.

Fiorentina striker Mario Gomez could be on the move if reports in Italy are to be believed. It is claimed that the 30-year-old is on the verge of joining Besiktas.

Mario Gomez of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring a goal during the UEFA Europa League Quarter Final match between ACF Fiorentina and FC Dynamo Kyiv on April 23, 2015© Getty Images


Kostas Manolas has been repeatedly linked with a move to Arsenal in recent times, but it has been suggested that their initial £5.5m bid has been knocked back by Roma. Read more.

Some news from the Championship now, where it is claimed that Fulham are interested in signing Standard Liege midfielder Adrien Trebel. The 24-year-old is thought to be rated in the region of £1.2m by the Belgian club.

Fiorentina defender Stefan Savic is reportedly on the verge of joining Spanish outfit Atletico Madrid. The former Manchester City man is believed to have been left out of his club's pre-season tour and a deal is through to be near completion.

La Liga new boys Las Palmas have signed Jonathan Viera on a permanent deal from Standard Liege. The 25-year-old, who has signed a three-year contract with the Spanish club, spent the second half of last season on loan at his former club as they secured promotion from the Segunda Division.

Barcelona forward Pedro has been strongly linked with a move away from the Camp Nou this summer, but Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has ruled out a possible bid for the Spain international.

Leicester City are reportedly interested in signing Oriol Romeu on loan from Chelsea this summer. It is believed that the Foxes have identified the former Barcelona midfielder as a target for the 2015-16 season and will make an official move next week.

Newcastle United have been strongly linked with a move for Aleksandar Mitrovic this summer, and now it appears that they have also targeted his Anderlecht teammate Chancel Mbemba, with a fee believed to have been agreed between the two clubs.

Arsenal midfielder Mathieu Flamini has reportedly agreed to join Turkish club Galatasaray. The 31-year-old rejoined the Gunners from AC Milan in 2013, but he has struggled for playing time in recent months.

Have you missed out on any of the big headlines from today? Don't fear, as we have packed all of the biggest stories and done deals into our transfer update, which you can find right here.

Ajax keeper Jasper Cillessen has admitted that he would be open to a switch to Manchester United. We'll have that full story shortly...

Here's more on the report that Cillessen is interested in a move to Manchester United.

Some very interesting news for Liverpool fans now...The Reds have been linked with a big-money move for Bayern Munich star Mario Gotze. We'll have the full story shortly.

Here's more on the reports that Liverpool are lining up a move for Bayern Munich's Mario Gotze. Brendan Rodgers has already spent £29m on Brazil playmaker Roberto Firmino, but the Reds boss may not be finished with his spending once Christian Benteke arrives at the club.

Jose Mourinho has explained his thinking behind the decision to chase Everton defender John Stones. We'll have the full story shortly.

More from Mourinho and that pursuit of John Stones. The £20m bid that was rejected by Everton earlier this week seems to have angered those connected with the Blue half of Merseyside. The story in full is here.

Just a quick reminder that Sports Mole's twice-daily Transfer Talk Updates are availabl,e with a summary of all the latest news and gossip. The 7pm update is contains news on Christian Benteke's proposed move to Liverpool as well possible Manchester United bids for Pedro and Gareth Bale.

Paris Saint-Germain have been heavily linked with a move for Angel di Maria and their pursuit of the player may be progressing. We'll have more in a few moments

Angel Di Maria of Manchester United celebrates scoring the first goal during the Barclays Premier League match against Everton at Old Trafford on October 5, 2014© Getty Images


More on that story regarding Di Maria, and PSG are reportedly more confident that they will win the race for the Argentine star. Manchester United have been linked with Pedro and Chelsea are said to have withdrawn their interest in the Spaniard, paving the way for the Red Devils to sign what could be Di Maria's replacement.

Another winger who could be moving is Bakary Sako. He is a free agent after being released by Wolves, but where will he go? We'll have details of a possible suitor shortly.

Bakary Sako has been linked with a move to Everton after his release by Wolves, but Bournemouth are keen to bring the 27-year-old to the club. However, Sako is reported to be demanding £80,000 a week in wages.

To Brazil and Ronaldinho has been linked with a move to Turkey, but has moved to Brazilian club Fluminense instead.

After being unveiled to the media, he told reporters: "I came here with the intention of writing history with this great club and to work hard."

Ronaldinho of Queretaro runs during the match against America Bancomer on October 24, 2014© Getty Images


More on Angel di Maria and reports in France suggest that Manchester United are holding out for around EUR75m (£52m) for the Argentine winger, but PSG have bid only EUR60m so far.

Staying in France and Marseille are thought to have made a EUR2m bid for Milton Casco, who can play at right back and left back. Newell's Old Boys are reportedly holding out for double OM's valuation.

More transfer news involving Ligue 1 and the agent of Yaw Yeboah has hinted that the Manchester City teenager is nearing a move to Lille on a two-year loan. Reports in Ghana claimed that a deal was complete, but it appears that talks are in the final stages.

Benjamin Stambouli is reported to have travelled to New York for a medical after PSG agreed an EUR8m deal with Tottenham for the 24-year-old. Reports in France claim he has signed a five-year deal.

That brings Transfer Talk to an end for another day. However, Sports Mole will return with Transfer Talk from 7am on Monday, bringing all the least news and gossip from the world of football. Until then, good night!

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