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Iraola Told How To Sign ‘World-Class’ Bournemouth Star For Liverpool

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2 months ago

June 6, 2026

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It is almost a foregone conclusion that Liverpool will be linked with a number of Bournemouth players in this summer transfer window.

Leaving the Vitality Stadium after three years in the dugout, Spaniard Andoni Iraola is the new manager at Liverpool, having replaced the sacked Arne Slot at the helm.

Iraola enjoyed three successful years on the south coast, guiding the Cherries to the UEFA Europa League for the first time in their history at the end of this season, ending the campaign 18 games unbeaten.

Iraola likely to be linked with Bournemouth’s best

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola looks on during Premier League match

Now with work to do at Anfield to get Liverpool back challenging for the Premier League title, after the Reds only finished fifth this season, one place above Bournemouth, Iraola may look at some of his old players to do a job for him in the north west.

Marcos Senesi is already leaving the Cherries, set to sign on a free transfer from Tottenham, while the likes of Alex Scott, Eli Junior Kroupi and Rayan have all been linked with a move away from the south coast club.

Rayan has a £130million release clause, although it does not come into effect until the January transfer window, while if Scott does not agree to sign a new contract, Bournemouth may be forced to sell to one of the big six in the Premier League.

Junior Kroupi has already attracted the attention of Arsenal who are on the lookout for a new striker this summer, but the teen sensation is now being linked with a move to Liverpool too.

Junior Kroupi was a Premier League record-breaker

AFC Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi celebrates — AFC Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi celebrates

The striker broke Premier League records this season when he scored the most goals by a teenager in a single Premier League campaign, beating Robbie Keane and Robbie Folwer by netting 13 goals.

He has also been likened to Arsenal legend Thierry Henry, with analytical website Breaking The Lines saying: “He has all the hallmarks of a potential world-class striker with traits not dissimilar to Thierry Henry, especially in the entirely indiscriminate way that he finishes the chances that are created for him. He also shares the searing pace that a young version of Henry was so famous for.”

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Iraola knows what it would take to sign Kroupi for Liverpool, having probably been privy to talks over Bournemouth’s transfer plans before he left.

According to the i paper, there is an expectation that Kroupi will stay on the south coast this summer, although he does not have a release clause in his contract.

He has been labelled as a “special case” by the i paper, who say that his price tag would be “well in excess” of £100million and that three figures would be what is required to test the waters with Bournemouth over a deal.

Record-Breaking Liverpool Star Agrees Terms to Leave This Summer

Personal terms are agreed.

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Arsenal Ready to Make Formal Bid to Sign Reak Madrid Star Vinicius Jr

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July 28, 2026

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Arsenal are ready to make a formal offer to sign Vinicius Jr from Real Madrid this summer, according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.

The Gunners have had a relatively quiet summer so far in terms of arrivals, bringing in Illan Meslier and Christos Tzolis to bolster their squad after winning the Premier League title last time around.

But Mikel Arteta is keen to make more additions ahead of the new season, and the forward positions are understood to be a priority. Now, the north London club are preparing to make a major first offer for their top target.

Arsenal Ready Offer for Vini Jr

It emerged on Saturday afternoon that Arsenal were exploring a deal to sign the Real Madrid superstar, as he continues to struggle to find an agreement on a new contract at the Bernabeu.

Vini Jr has entered the final year of his deal, and Arsenal are now ready to make a formal bid to the Spanish giants to convince them to let him move on, and convince the player to move to London.

According to Sky Sports, Real Madrid are hopeful of reaching an agreement with Vini Jr on a new deal after several months of negotiations, but they are aware of Arsenal’s interest and will not risk losing the winger for nothing next summer.

Vini Jr, who has been described as ‘unbelievable’, has been sent a counter-offer by Madrid to extend his deal, but Arsenal have informed the player and his camp that they are ready to submit their first official offer for his services.

The value of that offer hasn’t been revealed, although it’s likely to be a mega-money deal with the forward considered one of the best players in the world.

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Arsenal in Advanced Talks to Sign Newcastle Star Bruno Guimaraes

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July 28, 2026

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Arsenal are in advanced talks with Newcastle United over a deal to sign Bruno Guimaraes, according to talkSPORT.

The Gunners have made the Brazil international a top target for this window as they look to bolster their midfield following their Premier League title win, and talks have been ongoing behind the scenes for a number of weeks.

But with Guimaraes due to report back to training with the Magpies later this week, Arsenal have stepped up their interest in getting a deal done, and talks have progressed in recent days.

Arsenal Close in on Bruno Guimaraes Deal

Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes smiles as he walks into St James' Park

According to a report, Arsenal and Newcastle are now in advanced talks over a deal for Guimaraes.

The central midfielder, who has been described as ‘elite’, has told Newcastle chiefs that he would like to leave the club to push through a move to the champions, but the Magpies have been adamant that they would not be bullied into selling another star, after Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali both moved on earlier in the window.

Arsenal were initially confident they could get a deal done for around £60m, but it’s now believed that talks have progressed and they are edging towards a verbal agreement worth in excess of £75m.

The 28-year-old midfielder has already agreed personal terms ahead of a switch to the Emirates Stadium, and now looks set to become the next big departure at St James’ Park.

Arsenal are hopeful of striking a full agreement with Newcastle before the end of the week, with the player due to return to pre-season training before the month ends.

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Arsenal Making Moves in the Market

Arsenal have been very keen to make a number of additions to their squad this summer as they look to refresh their options, and Guimaraes is one of the best signings they could make.

A combative midfielder with leadership and Premier League experience, he is comfortable in possession and out of it, and will help to take the team to the next level, while also helping to allow players like Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi to be rotated without the quality of the team dropping.

It may be an expensive deal, but it’s one that will take them even closer to glory, and Newcastle now must lick their wounds and begin looking for replacements once again.

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Crystal Palace Eyeing Free Agent and Former Arsenal Star Takehiro Tomiyasu

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July 28, 2026

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Crystal Palace are eyeing a move to sign a free agent who left Arsenal back in 2025, according to The Athletic.

The Eagles have already secured one free agent signing in the summer transfer window, bringing in full-back Oscar Mingueza.

That is the only confirmed signing from the Eagles in the summer so far, although they are yet to lose anyone from last season.

Palace are preparing for a new era under manager Pierre Sage after Oliver Glasner left the club earlier this year.

There is no doubt the new manager will be looking to bring in reinforcements in order to fully implement his style.

The Eagles may need to get a move on in order to secure new signings, and they are now eyeing a move to sign a free agent.

Palace eye former Arsenal star

According to a report from The Athletic, former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is training with Crystal Palace at the moment ahead of a possible move in the summer transfer window.

The Japanese international has interest from around Europe and in the Premier League, and he is interested in returning to England after leaving Ajax this summer.

Tomiyasu left Arsenal in the summer of 2025 after they agreed to mutually terminate his contract a year early.

The now-27-year-old has struggled with knee injuries, and his ability to play for Arsenal was limited.

Takehiro Tomiyasu joined Ajax in December on a six-month deal, featuring just nine times for the club during the second half of last season.