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We're just 12 days away from the Premier League kick-off and the clubs are trying to get all their targets signed as soon as possible. Unlike the previous seasons, the transfer window for the English clubs ends a day before the season begins.
The players need to be signed by August 8th or else the clubs will have to wait until January. There is a lot of news surrounding almost all the Premier League clubs and here are the top rumours:
Fulham eye Swansea star
Sky Sources are reporting that Fulham are in 'advanced talks' to sign Swansea defender, Alfie Mawson. The Swans are demanding £20 million for him and the London side are keen on getting the deal done.
Sky report that the transfer will be finalised in the next 72 hours. The Cottagers have beaten off competition from West Ham United and Burnley to sign Mawson.
Arnautovic impressed with West Ham United's new signings
West Ham have signed some amazing players this summer and the Hammers striker, Marko Arnautovic was full of praise for them. The London side have spent over £80 million so far this summer and signed Felipe Anderson, Andriy Yarmolenko, Jack Wilshere, Ryan Fredericks, Lukasz Fabianski, Fabian Balbuena and Issa Diop.
Speaking to the club's official website, he said, "I think the players who have come in have done a good job, but the most important thing is the Premier League and I hope they can show their quality there as well. We had a good transfer window and there are a lot of challenges in each position."
Newcastle United close in on Salomon Rondon
Sky Sources have claimed that Newcastle United are in talks to sign Salomon Rondon. The West Brom striker will be heading to the Toons in a deal that would see Dwight Gayle heading in the opposite direction.
The Venezuelan striker reportedly has a £16.5 million release clause. Rafa Benitez wants him as a replacement for Aleksandar Mitrovic who is heading to Fulham. The deal could be announced on Monday according to the report.
Origi to leave Liverpool for Watford?
Watford are eyeing a move for Liverpool striker, Divock Origi according to a report in the Daily Mirror. The Belgian striker is wanted on a loan deal with an option to sign permanently next summer.
Liverpool are interested in letting him go but are not willing to loan him out. They want to sell him off this summer and are demanding £26 million report Daily Mirror.
Origi was sent on loan to Bundesliga side, Werder Bremen last season. He did not manage to impress and is reportedly out of favour at Anfield again.
Ben Woodburn set to Villa loan?
Aston Villa are in talks with Liverpool to secure a loan deal for Ben Woodburn according to Sky Sources. The Championship outfit want to secure his signing and hand him a key role in the first team.
Apart from Villa, Wigan and Sheffield United are also keen on signing him. Sky reports that an offer from Wigan was rejected earlier this summer but they still remain interested in him.
Arsenal's Ramsey linked with Chelsea
Chelsea have been linked with a shock move for Aaron Ramsey by Daily Mail. The Blues are keen on signing a midfielder and missed out on Golovin. The Russian star snubbed interest from the Premier League side and joined AS Monaco.
The Welshman has just 12 months left on his contract and has not yet signed a new deal. The Gunners are desperately trying to tie him down but The Blues are looking to take him to Stamford Bridge.
Real Madrid to make move for Harry Kane
Real Madrid are keen on signing a prolific goalscorer this summer and have turned their attention to Harry Kane. The Spanish giants want to sign a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo and know that just signing a left-winger won't be enough.
Don Balon claim that Los Blancos will launch a €215 million bid this week for the English striker. Tottenham are not interested in selling any of their players this summer and are expected to rebuff the interest.
Manchester United's new signings 'leaked'
Images of Toby Alderweireld and Willian in the new Manchester United home kit have been leaked online. There are reports that the two players are close to joining the Red Devils.
Many have argued for and against the two images but nothing conclusive has come out of it yet. Many believe that this is just some brilliant photoshop work and is 100% fake.
Mourinho goes on epic rant
"I would like to have two more players. I think I am not going to get two. I think that it's possible I will have one. And that one, I gave a list to my club of five names a few months ago. And I wait to see if it's possible to have one of these players. If it's possible, it's possible, if it's not it's not. If it's possible, it's good, if not then we keep fighting and working and believing in the players that we have," said Jose Mourinho after his side lost 4-1 to Liverpool.
The manager is desperate for new signings and is pleading with the board to get him the players he wants. The club is said to be looking to sign young and promising players but the manager wants experienced players who can help him win the title.
Chelsea lead Pulisic race
Chelsea are the hot favourites to sign Christian Pulisic according to The Secret Footballer. He claims that the deal is 9/10 done and they have beaten competition from Liverpool and Bayern Munich.
Borussia Dortmund are ready to cash in on the 19-year-old this summer and are looking for £65 million as per the report on TeamTALK. Roman Abramovich is said to be a big fan of the winger and wants him to join The Blues.
Real Madrid make £100M bid for Chelsea duo
Real Madrid have launched a £100 million bid for Thibaut Courtois and Willian according to reports by SPORT [via Daily Mail]. Los Blancos are desperately trying to sign the goalkeeper and have also shown interest in the Brazilian winger as well.
The Spanish giants were priced out of a move for Eden Hazard by Chelsea. The Premier League side demanded over £200 million – a world record fee – for the Belgian and Madrid refused to meet their asking price.
