The Transfer Market Heats Up: Latest Updates from the Premier League
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As the summer transfer window heats up, Premier League teams are busy making moves to strengthen their squads. In this article, we’ll bring you the latest updates on the transfer market, including Manchester United’s pursuit of Leny Yoro and Manchester City’s efforts to keep Julian Alvarez.
Manchester United’s Pursuit of Leny Yoro
Manchester United are growing in confidence that they will secure the signature of Leny Yoro. The Red Devils have made it no secret that they are keen to reshape their defence this summer, with Raphael Varane and Willy Kambwala being allowed to depart and Victor Lindelof firmly in the shop window at Old Trafford.
Toffees defender Jarrad Branthwaite was quickly identified as a top target by United, and the club were keen to pounce on their rivals’ need to offload players for PSR purposes by lodging two separate bids for the England international worth £43million and £50m. Both offers were knocked back by Everton, who stood by their valuation of between £70m and £80m for the talented centre-back.
United did not return with a third offer for Branthwaite and have turned their attention to Lille star Yoro instead, working around the clock to persuade the 18-year-old that he should join them rather than prioritising a move to Real Madrid. The Red Devils soon reached an agreement worth up to £62m for the young Frenchman, and the Manchester Evening News report that Everton have been left ‘surprised’ by the fee.
Keeping Hold of Julian Alvarez
Meanwhile, Manchester City are trying to convince Julian Alvarez to stay at the Etihad Stadium. Despite being linked with a move away from the Manchester club, City have informed the representatives of Alvarez that they do not plan to sell him this summer, despite transfer interest from the likes of Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, and Paris Saint-Germain.
It is understood that Alvarez is ready to stay at City, but he is keen to have more playing time next season. Guardiola himself rates Alvarez and there has been communication to reassure the player that he is a key part of the first-team picture at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City celebrate their Premier League title win
Other Transfer News
Elsewhere, Leeds United are still taking a keen interest in Oliver Skipp, but fresh reports suggest that Premier League side Leicester City may also be ready to make a move. Meanwhile, Sheffield United are interested in signing free agent Paul Dummett.
In other news, Norwich City are exploring a move for Callum Doyle, who is free to leave Manchester City should a suitable bid arrive, and have been quoted a fee in the region of £15 million. Swansea City are hoping to sign striker James Graham after his release from SPL side Rangers.
 Leny Yoro in action for Lille
Keep Up with the Latest Transfer News
Stay tuned for more updates on the transfer market as it happens. With the summer window hotting up, there’s sure to be plenty of drama and excitement in the coming weeks.
