Man Utd make moves, Real close in on Mbappe, and Bayern still keen on Kane: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Hancock

• Updated: 28 Jul 2023 22:34 BST
• 4 min read

We’ve reached the end of another busy week in the summer transfer market, as some of Europe’s biggest hitters close in on their top targets with the new season on the horizon.

As usual, we’ve got plenty to get our teeth stuck into tonight – so let’s get right down to it, shall we?

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Man Utd close to major double signing

Manchester United are reportedly getting closer and closer to securing the signings of Rasmus Hojlund and Sofyan Amrabat.

Could Kudus be Old Trafford-bound?

Another exciting talent potentially on their way to United is Ajax’s Mohammed Kudus, who is said to be keen to link back up with his old boss Erik ten Hag.

Manchester transfer war?

Man Utd could also go head-to-head with Manchester City in the race to sign Benjamin Pavard from Bayern Munich.

Mbappe to Real imminent?

Having ignored interest from Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Hilal – who tabled a world-record bid for the PSG and France superstar – Kylian Mbappe could be poised to finally join Real Madrid.

Bayern’s latest Kane bid

And over in Germany, Bayern Munich appear to be lining up their latest offer to entice Tottenham into selling Harry Kane.

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Chelsea still chasing Caicedo

Chelsea are still pursuing Brighton star Moises Caicedo, despite recent reports suggested the Blues had pulled out, says Fabrizio Romano.

Blues hoping to hold onto Hall

Meanwhile, as exclusively revealed by FootballTransfers today, Chelsea intend to keep hold of young left-back Lewis Hall amid interest from Newcastle.

Liverpool raise Lavia stakes

The Blues have also been linked with Romeo Lavia, but Liverpool might just have edged ahead in the race to sign the midfielder from Southampton…

Barca’s Torres makes stance clear

And last but not least, former Manchester City forward Ferran Torres has addressed speculation surrounding his Barcelona future.

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