The summer football transfer window is officially open until September 1, with clubs across Europe looking to strengthen their squads for the upcoming season. Several significant deals are already in motion.
Newcastle United is reportedly intensifying efforts to sign new players under manager Eddie Howe. The club is in ongoing discussions for Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi, who plays for Freiburg in Germany. Manzambi, 20, has impressed at the World Cup with his performances, including multiple goals. Newcastle is also emerging as a frontrunner to sign Ivory Coast winger Bazoumana Toure, also 20, from Hoffenheim. Toure, an inverted left winger known for his speed and one-on-one ability, is being considered as a potential replacement for Anthony Gordon, who was sold to Barcelona.
In other transfer news, Hayden Hackney is expected to undergo a medical ahead of a proposed £16.5 million move to Everton from Middlesbrough. The Merseyside club is also in talks to sign Tyrique George from Chelsea on a permanent deal. Everton had an option to buy the 20-year-old George, who spent last season on loan at Goodison Park, but are reportedly seeking a new agreement closer to £20 million.
Rangers have secured the signing of midfielder Dan Neil on a three-year contract after his departure from Sunderland. The 24-year-old, a former England youth international, had been in negotiations with Southampton and attracted interest from West Ham before moving to Ibrox. He spent the latter half of the previous season on loan at Ipswich Town.
Liverpool has officially confirmed the acquisition of center-back Jeremy Jacquet from Rennes for an initial fee of £55 million, with potential add-ons of £5 million. The 21-year-old defender has signed a five-year contract and is expected to join the squad for their pre-season tour of America. Jacquet has stated he is recovering well from a shoulder injury that ended his previous season and anticipates being fully fit for the start of training. He had reportedly agreed to join Liverpool over Chelsea in February.