TRANSFER NEWS LIVE: MAN UTD GET GREEN LIGHT, CHELSEA AGREE TWO DEALS, GORDON TO LIVERPOOL

The summer transfer window has now been open for two weeks but there has been very little action among the Premier League’s top clubs. However, with the European window set to commence on Monday and Euro 2024 entering its final stages, recruitment is likely to accelerate in the coming days.

The Blues completed two deals on Friday to help them stay in line with Financial Fair Play and the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules.Meanwhile, Manchester United are working tirelessly behind the scenes to supply Erik ten Hag with new recruits ahead of INEOS’ first full season at the helm.

Newcastle exploring Anthony Elanga deal
Newcastle United are reportedly in talks with Nottingham Forest over a potential swap deal involving Anthony Elanga and Elliot Anderson.

The Magpies were interested in Elanga before he left Manchester United for Forest in a £15m deal last summer.

And the Swede has impressed at the City Ground, scoring five goals in 39 appearances.

Liverpool in Anthony Gordon talks
Liverpool were in talks with Newcastle United for Anthony Gordon earlier this summer, according to reports.

The Mail claim that discussions were so advanced that a potential medical in Leipzig was explored.

However, Newcastle’s demand for Jarell Quansah as part of the deal cooled Liverpool’s interest.

It’s said that talks could resume this weekend.

Chelsea sign Omari Kellyman
Chelsea have announced the signing of Aston Villa midfielder Omari Kellyman in a £19m deal.

The 18-year-old has signed a six-year contract at Stamford Bridge, with the option of a further year.

Chelsea negotiated a deal for Kellyman during talks that saw Ian Maatsen leave for Villa Park for £37.5m.Indeed, the transfer market is heating up as we approach the final stages of Euro 2024 and the opening of the European transfer window. Here’s a summary of the latest key activities:

– **Newcastle United** are exploring a swap deal with Nottingham Forest involving **Anthony Elanga** and **Elliot Anderson**. Elanga, who joined Forest from Manchester United last summer for £15m, has had a noteworthy season.

– **Liverpool** had advanced talks with Newcastle United regarding **Anthony Gordon**, with discussions even considering a medical in Leipzig. However, negotiations stalled due to Newcastle’s interest in **Jarell Quansah**.

– **Chelsea** have signed **Omari Kellyman** from Aston Villa for £19m. The 18-year-old midfielder has committed to a six-year contract, with an option for an additional year. This deal was part of negotiations that saw **Ian Maatsen** move to Villa Park for £37.5m.

Meanwhile, Manchester United are actively working behind the scenes to bolster their squad for Erik ten Hag ahead of INEOS’ first full season at the club. The coming days are likely to see a surge in transfer activities among top clubs as they prepare for the new season.