Liverpool have opened talks to sign a new midfielder, and he could be absolutely perfect for Andoni Iraola.

It is clear that Liverpool are prioritising a move to sign a new winger in the summer transfer window as they search for a replacement for Mohamed Salah.

Despite that, the Reds can also look to strengthen in other areas of the pitch after a disappointing 25-26 season.

Liverpool could look to add more bodies in the middle of the park, especially with the likes of Curtis Jones linked with a departure.

Iraola also needs to add to his defence with both Ibrahima Konate and Andy Robertson leaving the club on free transfers.

It’s an important summer window for Liverpool, and they’ve now opened talks to sign a new midfielder.

Liverpool eyeing Mac Allister upgrade

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According to reports in Portugal, Liverpool have opened talks to sign Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes in the summer transfer window.

Atletico Madrid did have a deal agreed for the Brazilian midfielder, but doubts have now emerged over that transfer.

Alexis Mac Allister has enjoyed a difficult 25/26 season, so Liverpool could be looking to add another midfielder to their squad.

You could certainly argue that Gomes would be an upgrade on Mac Allister, especially for Iraola’s side.

Gomes would make the move to Liverpool and instantly become a regular starter at Anfield, so it’s a signing they certainly should be looking to pursue.

Gomes would explode under Iraola

Gomes is the type of midfielder that could easily explode under Iraola, and the new Liverpool manager would love him.

The Wolves man has been praised for his ‘insane’ work rate, something that Iraola values massively within his system.

Iraola likes his teams to press high up the pitch and suffocate the opposition as they look to win the ball back.

Gomes would be perfect for that system, so it’s no surprise that Liverpool have already opened talks to secure his signature.

Gomes is clearly happy to leave Wolves this summer after their relegation from the Premier League, so it could be a straightforward deal for them to do.

A new attacker is expected to arrive at Newcastle United this summer and Eddie Howe’s transfer chiefs could turn to one of their Premier League rivals.

It’s been a problematic start to the transfer window for the Magpies after selling Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur for £100 million. Their other midfield star, Bruno Guimaraes, is pushing for a move to Arsenal, and talks are set to take place.

Newcastle were expected to react to a disappointing 12th-placed finish last time out. A lack of goals was an issue, and adding a goalscorer to Howe’s squad is a must.

Newcastle Wait in Wings For Marmoush

Speculation continues to grow over Omar Marmoush’s future at Manchester City. The Egyptian forward only joined the club from Eintracht Frankfurt for an initial £59 million in January 2025 but could be on the move this summer.

TEAMtalk reports that Newcastle and Tottenham Hotspur have made enquiries about the 27-year-old. There is also interest from the Bundesliga in the former Frankfurt man who caught the eye during his time in Germany.

Marmoush has endured a difficult spell at the Etihad, failing to live up to expectations. He lacked game time under Pep Guardiola, starting just eight of 21 league games last season.

The Egyptian is said not to be rushing for the exit door despite his struggles in the North-West thus far. He and his representatives want to understand where he features in new manager Enzo Maresca’s plans before making a decision.

Marmoush is the Goalscorer Howe Needs

Before Marmoush joined City on purported wages of £250,000 per week, his stock was sky-high amid an impressive spell at Frankfurt. He managed 37 goals and 20 assists in 67 games for the German club. It just hasn’t worked out for him at the Etihad, though he might be keen to wait and see whether Maresca gives him a chance.

For Newcastle, if they can sign the Egyptian for a reasonable price, they might be able to get the best out of him. Nick Woltemade’s slow start and Yoane Wissa’s frustrating debut campaign have furthered the need for more firepower.

Losing Alexander Isak was always going to be tough to deal but there are huge question marks over signing Woltemade and Wissa. Marmoush fits more with the profile of attacker the club should have targeted after selling Isak to Liverpool for £125m last summer.

Newcastle have agreed a deal to sign an Arsenal winger in the summer transfer window, according to Fabrizio Romano.

It’s been an interesting summer transfer window for Newcastle so far, losing two of their key stars in Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon.

The Magpies have clearly had a big shift in their transfer dealings and their recruitment strategy, targeting up-and-coming talent rather than proven players.

Newcastle have made three new additions in the summer transfer window, with all of those players being 20 or under.

Bazoumana Toure, Sean Steur, and Ewen Jaouen have all arrived through the door at St. James’s Park, with Newcastle looking to replace their outgoing players with signings with high potential.

Newcastle agree Arsenal deal

According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle have agreed to do a deal to sign Arsenal and England Under-17 winger Kyran Thompson, with the deal now in place.

Newcastle beat a number of clubs to his signature, with Thompson leaving Arsenal as a free agent.

It is certainly a positive sign that Newcastle are able to attract young talent, especially when there is plenty of competition for the player.

It is unlikely that Thompson will come in and make an immediate impact on the senior squad, but it could be an exciting signing for the future.

Newcastle might need some ready-made additions

Although it’s an exciting plan for Newcastle to bring in some of the best talent from around Europe, they may also need to add some ready-made signings to their squad.

Losing Tonali and Gordon means that Newcastle have two guaranteed starters heading through the exit door, and the players that have come in to replace them might not be able to adapt to Premier League football immediately.

The new additions will need time to adapt and grow, meaning Newcastle can’t heavily rely on them instantly.

Although a handful of young signings will be beneficial, they also need some players to come in and be guaranteed starters.