Manchester United are said to be among the interested clubs in a winger on a rapid rise. We are likely to see huge money spent again in the Premier League this summer, and both United and the Gunners are likely to be among the biggest spenders.

For United, it’s going to be about trying to build on the relative success of last season that saw Michael Carrick lead them to a third-place finish. Meanwhile, Arsenal are looking to fine-tune their title-winning team to add another title and a Champions League crown to their haul next season.

Now both teams are being linked with a move for a talented young winger, and there is more competition from another of their Premier League rivals.

Gomes attracting interest

FC Porto winger William Gomes is attracting plenty of interest in the Premier League this summer after an impressive season in Portugal. The 20-year-old, who can play both left wing and right wing, scored 13 and assisted twice during the season just gone.

Gomes only joined Porto from Sao Paulo in January of 2025, but Porto may already get the chance to cash in on their €9million investment.

A Bola, via Sport Witness, are now reporting that Arsenal, Manchester United, Newcastle United, AS Roma, Atletico Madrid and Juventus are all interested in the ‘superstar’ Brazilian. Gomes has a release clause of €80m (£70m), but it’s reported Porto are asking for €45million (£38.7m) to sell this summer, given the winger is not yet of that value.

Now could be the time to strike for Gomes, who is likely to grow in value, but it’s also true that he is likely not starting quality for one of the top Premier League clubs at this stage, so it would be an investment for the future for the likes of Arsenal and United.

Gomes is described as an explosive winger with a direct style and a real ability to beat his man.

Arsenal must eventually pivot to younger recruitment

Arsenal have spent hundreds of millions over the last few years, and while their new-found profits from their recent success, with commercial profits having increased significantly, have helped them stay in line with FFP rules, that will not last forever.

The Gunners know that they are going to need to start investing in the future more regularly in the near future in a bid to avoid consistently paying huge fees for ready-made starters. We are likely to see a pivot towards that from Arsenal in the near future, even if it’s not to the level we have seen at Chelsea in recent years.

The Gunners have been helped with some big talents coming through the academy, but eventually they are going to need to invest young and take bets on top young players to sign stars who are eventually worth £90million for half the price two years earlier, for instance.

Rangers are said to be cosing in on a deal to bring in a familiar face this summer. The real recruitment work starts now for the Ibrox club, with Derek McInnes appointed as manager, allowing a more concentrated approach to be established.

The Glasgow giants did snap up Lawrence Shankland ahead of the striker jetting off to the World Cup, but they have since lost manager Danny Rohl, leading to a change in focus. Fortunately, McInnes managed and got the best out of Shankland during the pair’s time at Hearts, and so that is not a deal he is going to take exception to.

But from here on out, the transfer strategy will likely revolve around what McInnes wants and his vision of the squad.

Rangers eye former full-back

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According to the Rangers View, the Gers are now eyeing former defender Ross McCrorie, who is in the final year of his contract at Bristol City, opening up the potential for a deal. McCrorie came through the Ibrox academy before going on to spend time at Portsmouth, Aberdeen and Bristol City.

He remains a big part of the Robins’ squad, playing in 39 of their 46 Championship games last season as they achieved a mid-table finish. But now in the last year of his deal, Michael Skubala at Ashton Gate is going to have to make a decision, especially with reported interest from Rangers.

If Bristol City are not planning to offer the 28-year-old a new contract ahead of next summer, now would likely be the best time to sell. Of course, the player will also have some sort of say in whether he moves on this summer, and a return to Rangers could be attractive to him.

McInnes a big fan of McCrorie

Interestingly, McInnes has already worked with McCrorie during the pair’s time at Aberdeen, and he praised the versatile full-back at the time.

The now Rangers boss said back in 2020: “Ross McCrorie is an absolute dream of a boy, he’s a Rolls-Royce.” Interest should come as no surprise based on those comments, and there have also been reports in Bristol this week that the Robins are actively seeking a new right-back due to the doubts over McCrorie’s future.

As far as McInnes is concerned, McCrorie is an ideal addition, given he would be available for an affordable fee, and he is able to play at right-back, left-back, holding midfield and even at centre-back.

Liverpool have opened talks in recent days over a summer deal to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi, but they face stiff competition for his signature, according to TEAMtalk.

It is already looking like Liverpool could be one of the busiest Premier League clubs in this summer transfer window, with a squad refresh needed after a disappointing 2025-26 campaign, not to mention that FSG will be keen to back new manager Andoni Iraola with the signings he wants.

They have already done that after quickly hijacking Newcastle United’s move to sign Spain international winger Victor Munoz, with the 22-year-old already confirmed as the first arrival of the Iraola era.

Having lost Mohamed Salah, along with Andy Robertson and Ibrahima Konate, this summer, Reds chiefs are also currently working on a big-money move for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande.

The Merseysiders see the 19-year-old as their number one target to be Salah’s long-term successor at Anfield, and while they are confident that the player would like to join them, according to GIVEMESPORT sources, agreeing a fee with Leipzig is proving more difficult with the German club demanding up to €130m to sell now.

Liverpool are also looking at their midfield situation too, with at least one new signing expected.

Liverpool Hold Talks With Bouaddi’s Agents

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According to TEAMtalk, Liverpool and Real Madrid have now made fresh enquiries over a deal to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi in recent days.

The Reds have stepped up their interest in signing the ‘superstar in the making’, who has been one of the stars of the World Cup so far at just 18 years of age.

Liverpool officials have now held talks with the Morocco international’s camp to confirm their interest in signing him, but they aren’t the best placed team in the race to sign one of the most sought-after young players in Europe.

According to the report, Arsenal remain in the driving seat to sign Bouaddi, having tracked the teenager for years – something the player is aware of.

Lille are said to value the talented youngster at £60m which, after seeing his performances on the world stage and the fact he has made almost 100 senior appearances for the Ligue 1 club, could prove to be a future bargain.

Which Other Midfielders are Liverpool Targeting?

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It isn’t just Bouaddi who Liverpool are considering signing in this summer transfer window.

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that the Reds made contact earlier this month over a move for West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes, but the Portugal international currently looks more likely to join either Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur.

GIVEMESPORT sources have also revealed that the Merseysiders have a big appreciation for Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton, who has just helped his club qualify for the Europa League by winning the Europa Conference League.

Wharton missed out on a place in England’s World Cup squad and would be able to link up with the Reds at the beginning of pre-season, much like another target, according to GMS sources, in £80m-rated Bournemouth star Alex Scott.