Author: Amrit Santlani
One of the biggest sagas of the summer transfer window has finally come to an end, with Manchester United closing in on a deal to sign Mason Mount from Chelsea for a fee of £60 million. United’s initial offer of 55 million pounds remained valid, with 5 million pounds added on. The two clubs met recently and talked in person, which resulted in a breakthrough in negotiations.
The England international, who has just one year remaining on his current contract, is set to join United on a five-year deal with an optional clause to extend it by a further year. On the other hand, Arsenal are close to completing their third signing of the summer window, having agreed a fee with Ajax for Jurrien Timber.
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Arsenal made an offer of 45 euros on Monday, which the Dutch club accepted. The player has already agreed a long-term contract with Arsenal, and final talks are underway before the medical is scheduled.
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Aston Villa have managed the feat of snapping up Villarreal defender Pau Torres after reaching an agreement with the La Liga club for 35 million euros, plus add-ons, up to a possible fee of 40 million euros. A medical examination has been scheduled for the Spaniard, who is expected to sign a contract until 2028.
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In addition, Saudi Arabian clubs remain strong on the market. Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr convinced Marcelo Brozovic and a deal until 2026 was signed between the two parties, with Inter Milan receiving a fee of 22 million euros. Al Ahli also struck a deal with former Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino, who was a free agent and agreed to a contract until 2026, becoming the latest player to join the Saudi Pro League. Firmino will be joined by Eduard Mendy once the deal is completed.
Saudi League champions Al-Ittihad are also closing in on a third big-money transfer as they are ready to sign Celtic winger Jota. After Karim Benzema and N’Golo Kante, Jota could be another big signing.