Transfer news: Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres, James Trafford

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Transfer news latest, done deals, analysis and gossip
Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford is set to rejoin Manchester City
Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres to join Arsenal this weekend I Gunners also complete deal for defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia
Striker Alexander Isak wants to look at options away from Newcastle I Club exploring move for RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko
Analysis: Alan Shearer says losing Isak would be hugely damaging for Newcastle
Chelsea have opened talks with Ajax over a move for centre-back Jorrel Hato while pushing ahead with interest in RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons
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Thanks for joining us!published at 14:45 British Summer Time 25 July

That's all for today. Thanks for your company and for getting involved in the transfer chat.
England's Ella Toone is about to speak to the media before Sunday's Euro 2025 final against Spain. You can follow our coverage on that, right here.
We'll leave you with a reminder of some of today's top stories:
- Man City set to re-sign Trafford
- Gyokeres to join Arsenal this weekend
Until next time. Take care!
Postpublished at 14:45 British Summer Time 25 July
Joe Rindl
BBC Sport

Right, I'm logging off folks.
Thanks for making me laugh with your messages today. Sadly, my move to Newcastle United has not got off the ground yet.
Have a great weekend and I'll see you all in two weeks.
Wrexham make shock approach for free agent Eriksenpublished at 14:40 British Summer Time 25 July
Ian Mitchelmore
BBC Sport Wales

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Wrexham have approached Christian Eriksen in the most ambitious move yet by the club under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac.
The 33-year-old midfielder is without a club after his contract with Manchester United expired at the end of the 2024-25 season.
And Wrexham are keen to add the 144-cap Denmark international's experience as they prepare to return to the second tier of English football for the first time in 44 years.
Eriksen's agent Martin Schoots told the Daily Mail that Wrexham was a "hugely impressive project" but added: "Christian still wants to play in a first-tier competition and he absolutely wants to stay in Western Europe."
Postpublished at 14:37 British Summer Time 25 July
Joe Rindl
BBC Sport

"Arsenal football club would like to apologise for the delay to your journey."
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:36 British Summer Time 25 July

This Gyokeres saga is killing me. I feel like a passenger who’s flight has been cancelled and I’m getting no updates. Why is this taking so long? Cmon Arsenal, hurry up and quickly iron out the kinks and put this to bed. It’s taking too long.
Gerrard Halsey, Somerset
'It would upset our tight-knit group' - Burnpublished at 14:34 British Summer Time 25 July

Defender Dan Burn has been asked about the speculation around Alexander Isak.
He told Sky Sports: "I think if we lost any player it would upset our tight-knit group that has been together for two or three years.
"Obviously, I think any player that leaves doesn’t help, but from our point of view we can only control what we can control at the moment.
“I’m looking forward to getting Alex back when he’s fit.”
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Postpublished at 14:31 British Summer Time 25 July
Joe Rindl
BBC Sport

I've got a real soft spot for Andy Carroll, who signed for Dagenham and Redbridge on a three-year deal this summer.
The 36-year-old's just desperate to play football. Doesn't care about the level.
Would love to see more ex-England internationals in the sixth tier.
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:27 British Summer Time 25 July

Isak needs to remember what happened to the last "star striker" we sold to Liverpool. I believe he now plays for Dagenham & Redbridge...
Elie Sheffield
Raheem Sterling to Italy? - Gossippublished at 14:24 British Summer Time 25 July

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English winger Raheem Sterling, 30, has emerged as one of a number of forward targets for Italian champions Napoli. (Calciomercarto).
According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea are eager to offload Sterling, who spent last season on loan to Arsenal. A departure from Stamford Bridge now appears very likely, with Sterling edging closer to Blues exit.
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:21 British Summer Time 25 July

If Brentford lose Wissa as well, I think they're getting relegated. They've already lost they're captain, star player and manager and appointing Keith Andrews over a really competent manager in Frank feels like a REAL step back.
Bob, Surrey
Konate contract talks and Elliott eyeing an exit - Gossippublished at 14:18 British Summer Time 25 July

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Liverpool have offered their French defender, Ibrahima Konate a new contract to fend off interest from Real Madrid, who are keen to sign him this summer or next. (Footmercato - in French)
Meanwhile, The Reds' attacker Harvey Elliott is open to leaving the Anfield club, with interest in the 22-year-old England you international from West Ham. (Metro)
Postpublished at 14:15 British Summer Time 25 July
Joe Rindl
BBC Sport

Beat me to it, Mick!
David de Gea's scuppered move to Real Madrid because of a dodgy fax machine happened 10 years ago this deadline day.
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:13 British Summer Time 25 July

Re: Warren 14:04 - They only need a fax machine
Mick, Derbyshire
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:11 British Summer Time 25 July

Who says there's no window activity at Fulham? They've just spent millions on windows in that new stand.
Paddy, at work
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Laws extends Liverpool dealpublished at 14:08 British Summer Time 25 July

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More news to bring you. Rachel Laws has extended her Liverpool contract after already being with the club since 2020. The length of the extension has not been disclosed.
The goalkeeper made 15 WSL appearances last season.
The shotstopper has previously played for Sunderland and Reading.
She said: "Over the summer it was a no-brainer when the club said they wanted to keep me here.
"This is my home – I've got a house here – and it was a no-brainer. When they said they wanted to keep me I was like, 'Where do I sign?' I'm looking forward to the next year or so."
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:04 British Summer Time 25 July

Perhaps there's simply no wi-fi or phone signal in the Cottage
Warren, St Albans
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Get Involvedpublished at 14:00 British Summer Time 25 July

I wonder if the lack of transfer activity of some of other Premiership clubs is them waiting for the dust to settle on all these huge transfers that are happening and then look at who these clubs want to let go to balance the books.
Mike, Solihull
Spurs considering Son move - Gossippublished at 13:57 British Summer Time 25 July

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Spurs are considering a £15m offer from LAFC for their captain Son Heung-min. (Sun)
The 33-year-old South Korean, who's been at the club since 2015, is mulling over his future as he heads into the final year of his contract.
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Get Involvedpublished at 13:52 British Summer Time 25 July

To be fair to Fulham, they haven't lost any of their key players. They still have the likes of Iwobi, Wilson, Smith-Rowe, Traore, and Robinson. With that squad they should be able to fend of a relegation battle.
Gregory, Wimbledon
Postpublished at 13:49 British Summer Time 25 July
Joe Rindl
BBC Sport

For a West London comparison, Chelsea have already spent over £200m this window.
Brentford have spent £20.3m.
Even QPR have spent around £200k on Australian right-back Kealey Adamson.