Transfer news: Diangana to Leeds, Barnes to Newcastle, Onana to Man Utd and more

George Dempsey
6 July 2023

Thursday morning's biggest breaking transfer news includes interest in Grady Diangana, Manchester United's Onana bid and Harvey Barnes joining Newcastle.

Join Planet Sport as we provide a quick rundown of all the latest breaking transfer news on Thursday, July 6.

Newcastle United is reportedly in contact with Leicester City to strike a deal for Harvey Barnes. The Englishman scored 13 goals in 34 Premier League appearances last season.

Sporting Lisbon is set to secure the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Coventry City. The Swede is expected to move for €24m including add-ons.

Brighton, West Ham and Wolves are all interested in Bristol City starlet Alex Scott, however, the Seagulls are unwilling to meet the £25 million price tag. Scott also has admirers abroad, including AC Milan.

Leeds United will lose several key players in this summer transfer window including WIlfried Gnonto. Despite reports linking him to Italy, the Italian hopes to stay in England. Everton are among those interested.

Watford are in advanced talks to sign ex-Tottenham and West Brom midfielder Jake Livermore. Now 33, he left the Baggies last season having made over 200 appearances.

Manchester United are planning to submit a second bid for goalkeeper Andre Onana after Inter Milan rejected an offer worth €40m plus €5m in add-ons.

Leeds United and Southampton are interested in Grady Diangana. Reports suggest multiple clubs in the Championship are interested in a deal and have the finances to pay a handsome fee.

AC Milan has submitted a new and improved €22m offer for Christian Pulisic of Chelsea. Pulisic has made it clear he wishes to join the Italian side and has agreed personal terms.

Everton could offer a cash plus player swap deal to acquire Joel Piroe, with Ellis Simms going the other way. Piroe is attracting interest from around the world, including the Premier League.

AS Roma were reportedly set to take Rasmus Kristensen on loan from Leeds United. However, the latest reports indicate that the Dane may have to return to pre-season training as the move hasn't progressed.

Aston Villa will complete the signing of Pau Torres as planned but must wait for the player to return from his honeymoon. A medical is scheduled for next week.