The summer transfer window quickly heading towards its conclusion and teams are attempting to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season.
Manchester United are still hopeful of securing a No.9 and are talking with RB Leipzig over a move for Benjamin Sesko. They may need to offload some players first to generate near funds needed to sign the forward and on that front Jadon Sancho could be set to return to Borussia Dortmund and United are in talks with Chelsea on Aston Villa over Alejandro Garnacho.
Speaking of Chelsea they have agreed a £37m deal for centre-back Jorrel Hato who has been booked in for a medical at Stamford Bridge ahead of his expected move. Across London, Arsenal have completed the signings of forward Viktor Gyokeres and now have their sights on Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. Palace want a fee in excess of £60m but the Gunners need to make sales before committing to such a price.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are interested in bringing Newcastle’s Alexander Isak to the club after he requested to “explore his options” and have reportedly agreed personal terms with the striker. Newcastle value him at £150m but Liverpool will hope to reduce that if they put in an official bid.
All the latest updates, rumours and done deals will be covered in the blog below:
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Transfer news, rumours and done deals
- Manchester United prioritising Benjamin Sesko
- United exploring swap deals for Garnacho
- Liverpool 'agree personal terms' with Newcastle striker Alexander Isak
- Newcastle owners to block Isak move?
- Arsenal refuse to play ball over Crystal Palace over Eberechi Eze price
Antony targeted by Saudi club
16:00
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Mike Jones
Man Utd winger Antony could be set for a move to Al Nassr, with reports suggesting that the Saudi club have made an offer to sign the Brazilian.
Al Nassr are close to completing a deal for Joao Felix but it is not thought that this would affect a move for Antony, with United said to be demanding around £30m.
Real Betis remain interested after a successful loan spell last season, but the Spanish club are said to be finding it difficult to raise the required funds.
Chelsea book in medical for Hato
15:45
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Mike Jones
Chelsea have booked in a medical for Jorrel Hato who is set to fly to London to complete his move to Stamford Bridge.
The Blues have agreed at £37m deal, plus add-ons, with Ajax over the transfer of the centre-back.
The Evening Standard says Hato will sign a seven-year contract to become Chelsea's fourth summer signing.
Hato is considered one of the best prospects in Europe, matching Chelsea's policy of signing young stars with bright futures.
Chelsea readying opening offer for Simons?
15:30
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Mike Jones
Chelsea are reportedly preparing an opening bod for RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons, according to talkSPORT.
The German club are said to be willing to sanction a move for around €70m, with Chelsea hoping to agree a deal at a slightly lower sum.
Terms are already in place with the 22-year-old.
Arsenal have also considered a move for the Dutchman but have not made contact with Leipzig.
Luis Diaz leaves Liverpool and completes Bayern Munich move
15:15
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Mike Jones
Luis Diaz has completed his move from Liverpool to Bayern Munich.
The winger will join the German champions in a €75m move after three-and-a-half years at the Reds, where he won the Premier League title last season.
“Everybody at Liverpool FC thanks Luis for all of his contributions during his time at the club and wishes him the best for the future,” the club said.
Rangers close in on Spurs' Moore
15:00
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Mike Jones
Rangers are closing in on a loan deal for Tottenham prodigy Mikey Moore.
The 17-year-old broke into Spurs’ first team last season and made some impressive contributions, particularly in their run to Europa League glory.
Now he is set for a season in Glasgow, according to Fabrizio Romano, as Russell Martin plots Rangers’ ascent back to the top of Scottish football.
Forest sign Ndoye
14:54
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Mike Jones
Nottingham Forest have signed Dan Ndoye from Bologna.
The deal is worth £34m and the winger has signed a five-year contract at Forest.
The 24-year-old scored eight goals and provided four assists in 30 Serie A appearances last season.
City reject £25m offer from Forest for McAtee
14:52
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Mike Jones
Manchester City have rejected a bid of £25m from Nottingham Forest for midfielder James McAtee.
Sky Sports reports that the 22-year-old is valued far higher by City, where he played regularly at the Etihad last season.
McAtee is expected to leave this City this summer as he goes in search of regular first-team football.
Everton plot shock move for Man City forward Jack Grealish
14:45
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Mike Jones
Everton are aiming to secure a loan deal for Jack Grealish, although any negotiation depends on whether Manchester City will accept a "deluxe" temporary agreement or push for a permanent sale.
The 29-year-old has been frozen out of Pep Guardiola's squad, having not been taken to the Club World Cup, and is free to look at other options.
Leipzig using Ekitike fee as benchmark?
14:38
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Mike Jones
Reports from Germany suggest that RB Leipzig will use the fee Liverpool paid for Hugo Ekitike as a reference point for their valuation of Benjamin Sesko this summer.
Ekitike completed a £79m move to Liverpool earlier in the window, with Leipzig expected to demand a similar sort of fee for their Slovenian striker, who is a target of Newcastle and Man Utd.
Manchester United in talks over Sesko
14:30
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Mike Jones
Manchester United have opened talks with RB Leipzig over a move for 22-year-old Benjamin Sesko.
Leipzig have set an asking price of €75m (£64.6m) plus add-ons for Sesko which means it could be an expensive move for United.
They’d be taking a gamble on the youngster who only has experience of the Bundesliga and no doubt the club would want to negotiate that fee.
Leipzig are in a strong position with Sesko having four years to run on his contract and did not budge in negotiations with Arsenal earlier in the window.
Liverpool 'agree personal terms' deal with Isak
14:15
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Mike Jones
The Sun is reporting that Liverpool have reached an agreement with Alexander Isak’s team over personal terms for a five-year deal.
The Newcastle striker wants to leave the club this summer and is pushing for an exit with the Premier League champions the most likely destination.
Isak currently earns around £130,000 per week and a move to Liverpool could see that rise to £300,000 pw.
Liverpool have yet to agree a fee with Newcastle but the North East club will demand at least £150m. The Reds believe they could do a deal for £120m instead.
Eze keen on Arsenal move
14:08
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Mike Jones
Arsenal are not willing to meet Crystal Palace’s demands for Eberechi Eze.
That’s according to The Athletic, which reports that Palace are holding out for more than £60m, as per Eze’s release clause.
Arsenal will only produce a bid if Palace lower their price and even then they are prioritising sales to raise funds for the purchase.
The Gunners are in no hurry having already strengthened their forward line with Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke.
For his part, Eze is said to be keen on the move and has told his agents, who are in contact with Arsenal, that he is tempted by the opportunity.
Newcastle's potential targets
14:00
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Mike Jones
Yoane Wissa, Brentford
Newcastle are also said to be interested in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa as they look to bolster their attacking options. The Congo international could be available for around £50m, with the Bees holding that valuation for their record goalscorer, who grabbed 20 goals in all competitions last season.
Axel Disasi, Chelsea
Reports from France continue to link Axel Disasi to Newcastle, as was the case during the January window. Chelsea signed the centre-back for around £38m and could be open to a sale, with the Frenchman having spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa.
Newcastle's areas to improve
13:51
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Mike Jones
There are a few key areas of improvement for Newcastle this summer.
The first is up front, with the club seemingly hunting for another striker to join - or potentially replace - the prolific Alexander Isak.
Another central defender would be a major plus as the club returns to Europe’s top club competition, with Marc Guehi having been the notable target last summer.
Finally, Newcastle have been linked to signing a new goalkeeper, which has become an apparent area that would benefit from improvement.
Aaron Ramsdale is set to join on a season-long loan from Southampton after the club failed to secure James Trafford from Burnley.
Man City verdict on 100+ charges could be months away with further delays in sight
13:39
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Miguel Delaney
Club executives and senior football figures believe that the Manchester City financial case could go until at least October before the initial outcome, as the controversy threatens to complicate another Premier League season. Some club leaders have even speculated that it might arrive in the campaign’s second international break, from 4-18 October, given previous patterns regarding similar cases.
An outcome was expected last season, given that the hearing concluded in early December. It has nevertheless rumbled on into the summer, and means another season faces potential upheaval and drastic change through possible points deductions. Manchester City stridently insist upon their innocence.
Everton 'not ready' to start season
13:30
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Mike Jones
"We’re not ready to perform well enough in this tournament. We’re not ready to start the Premier League season," said David Moyes, whose side face Manchester United in a pre-season match on Sunday.
"I’m not overly concerned [by the results] because I don’t have the players which I need and what I want. And obviously, we’re up against it right from the start.
WWe knew before we came [to the US] we were going to be really up against it. So, it was never going to be us coming here and winning [games]."
Manchester United sign Olme
13:23
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Mike Jones
Manchester United have signed Sweden international Julia Zigiotti Olme from Bayern Munich.
The 27-year-old midfielder has joined on a two-year deal having won a double the Frauen-Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal last season.
Zigiotti said: “I am so happy to be here and so happy to get started and to join this family. I have been watching Manchester United in the last couple of years and having seen what they have been doing, I am very impressed.
"They are a team that fits me and my style. Meeting the players has been great. They were like a family and it was a fantastic way to start."
Pedersen named new Sheffield Wednesday boss
13:15
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Mike Jones
Sheffield Wednesday have appointed Henrik Pedersen as the club's new manager.
Danny Rohl left his post yesterday by mutual consent and has been replaced by his former assistant.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Henrik Pedersen as our new manager.
— Sheffield Wednesday (@swfc) July 31, 2025
The Dane takes the S6 reins with immediate effect#swfc pic.twitter.com/ofoEPX1Xsm
Galatasaray re-sign Victor Osimhen
13:08
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Mike Jones
In case you missed it last night, Victor Osimhen has re-signed for Galatasaray.
He joins from Napoli in a deal worth around £65m.
The Nigeria international scored 26 goals in 30 Super Lig matches last season while on loan at Galatasaray, and opted to rejoin the club amid interest from Al Hilal.
Inside Arsenal’s move for Viktor Gyokeres - and why he will change the title race
13:00
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Miguel Delaney
When Arsenal finally accelerated plans to get a striker this summer, they had one fixed line.
That was not to go above £65m. Such a figure might make it sound like they weren’t that serious about a striker - and there have been some questions about the exact level of the talented Viktor Gyokeres - but then this wasn’t quite about getting the striker anymore. It was about options, and having enough to finally win the title.
This is the defining trait of Arsenal’s summer so far, which is that Mikel Arteta is determined to address the key flaws of last season.
Everton running out of time for new signings
12:53
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Mike Jones
David Moyes says Everton are running out of time to make signings this summer.
Speaking from the club’s pre-season tour of the United States, he said: "The truth is we're not getting a lot of the deals over the line at the moment, that's a fact.
"We're desperate to get things moving on because we know time's running out."
Sunderland target Guiu
12:46
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Mike Jones
Sunderland are in talks over a loan move for Chelsea striker Marc Guiu.
The 19-year-old signed from Barcelona last summer for just over £5m.
He was limited by injury to just 16 appearances last season, playing predominantly in Chelsea’s successful Conference League campaign, but has fallen down the pecking order after the signings of Liam Delap and Joao Pedro.
No deal has yet been reached and talks are ongoing,
Castledine heading out on loan
12:37
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Mike Jones
Chelsea are set to send Leo Castledine on loan to Huddersfield this summer.
The 20-year-old midfielder had been expected to leave the club on a permanent deal this summer but The Athletic report he will serve another loan spell instead.
He spent last season on loan at Shrewsbury Town.
Palace reject Mateta offer
12:30
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Mike Jones
Crystal Palace have rejected a £30m bid from Atalanta for Jean-Phillippe Mateta says the BBC.
The Serie A hope to replace Mario Retegui this summer after he moved to Saudi side Al-Qadsiah in a £56m move.
Palace are hoping to hold on to Mateta as well as Marc Guehi and Eberechi Eze who are both gaining interested from othe Premier League clubs.
Why Benjamin Sesko is now Man United’s top transfer target
12:23
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Richard Jolly
Manchester United have made Benjamin Sesko their top striking target and have made contact with RB Leipzig about him.
United had narrowed down their search for a No 9 to the Slovenian and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins before deciding to prioritise a move for the 22-year-old.
Sesko is also of interest to Newcastle, who are looking for a centre-forward after missing out on a host of targets and with doubts about the future of Alexander Isak.
Will Son still be a Spurs player at the start of the season?
12:15
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Mike Jones
Tottenham captain Son Heung-min's future at the club remains in doubt.
He has just 12 months left on his contract and is reportedly attracting interest from Saudi Arabia and the MLS.
No potential exit will happen while Spurs are on their tour of Asia so a move for the 33-year-old would happen towards the back end of the window.
After playing Arsenal in Hong Kong on 31 July, Tottenham travel to Seoul to face Newcastle United three days later and they will want to draw on Son’s popularity as the most successful South Korean footballer.
Fulham inquire over Zinchenko
12:07
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Mike Jones
Fulham have made an approach for Arsenal full-back Oleksandr Zinchenko, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
Arsenal are reportedly open to offers in the region of £15m.
The player joined Arsenal from Man City in a £30m deal in 2022, scoring three times in 91 appearances since.
Villa want Yilmaz
12:00
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Mike Jones
Aston Villa are also understood to have increased their offer for Baris Alper Yilmaz.
Galatasaray want €40m (£34.5m) for the Turkish international and Villa’s second bid is said to be lower than that.
The 25-year-old Turkish international has also been linked with the likes of Sunderland.
Wissa may not train with Brentford
11:52
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Mike Jones
The Evening Standard report that Yoane Wissa is reportedly “angry and disappointed” with Brentford’s approach to his future amid continued interest from Newcastle.
The forward left the Bees’ pre-season training camp in Portugal last week amid speculation around his future but is expeted to return to the squad tomorrow.
Brentford have rejected a £25m from Newcastle though Wissa is under the impression he would be able to leave the club this summer.
the forward has allegedly threatened not to play for Brentford again if he is not allowed to leave. Wissa wants to play Champions League football and at 28 may not get the opportunity should he remain with the Bees.
Brentford, for their part, have already sold Bryan Mbeumo and Christian Norgaard while their former manager, Thomas Frank, has moved to Tottenham.
It is easy to see why they are reluctant to sell Wissa.
Luke Shaw makes honest admission about ‘stragglers’ in Man United squad
11:45
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Mike Jones
Luke Shaw has said there are “no stragglers” remaining in the Manchester United squad as a result of Ruben Amorim’s tough approach.
"He's extremely tough on the group. He leaves no stone unturned and I think there are no stragglers in this group anymore. I think everyone has to put the team first. He's made that very clear,” Shaw said while on United’s pre-season tour.
"I think he's picking players on how he feels will be best for the team and that's his choice. As players, we're fully behind him and fully behind on his ideas and what he wants to implement in this team. We feel like a real team, especially this pre-season.”
Ruben Amorim hints at possible Rasmus Hojlund exit amid Benjamin Sesko transfer rumours
11:37
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Mike Jones
Striker Rasmus Hojlund impressed Ruben Amorim with a timely goal in a 4-1 win over Bournemouth but the Manchester United head coach did not offer the 22-year-old any reassurance over his future.
Hojlund has struggled since his £72m move from Atalanta two years ago but on the day reports claimed United had made their first move for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, the Denmark international responded with the opener in Chicago.
Patrick Dorgu and Amad Diallo extended their lead before 19-year-old academy graduate Ethan Williams scored his first senior goal two minutes after coming on as a 70th-minute substitute.
Amorim outlines key aspect he's looking for in new signings
11:30
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Mike Jones
Ruben Amorim says that Manchester United will only players that want to join and excel at the club.
"That is the key point. They have to want to come here," said Amorim.
"Sometimes you have a player with a lot of potential, you have to be aware of that, but all the players that are coming, we need to know the player. We need to talk to the player, we have to explain the project.
“If during the market we can find someone that can help the team and have all that boxes with them, we are going to do it. If not, we cannot do it because it's an important time in our club.”
Atlanta United agree deal for Alzate
11:23
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Mike Jones
Sky Sports News say that Atlanta United have agreed a deal with Hull for Steven Alzate.
The fee for the 26-year-old midfielder is £1.5m plus £370,000 in add-ons.
Alzate is set to fly to the US tomorrow for his medical.
Howe on Isak's future
11:17
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Mike Jones
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe spoke about the ongoing situation with Alexander Isak.
He said: "He is still our player. He’s contracted to us. We, to a degree, control what is next for him.
"I would love to believe all possibilities are still available to us. My wish is that he stays, but that’s not in my full control.
"We have not received a formal offer for Alex, from any club. My wish is that he stays and we see him playing again next year."
Manchester United prioritising Benjamin Sesko
11:10
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Mike Jones
As Manchester United look to sign a striker this summer it seems they have moved on to a former Arsenal target.
David Ornstein of The Athletic says the club have made RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko their priority having made informal contact with the Bundesliga side.
Sesko is also a target of Newcastle who are potentially planning for life after Alexander Isak.
Man Utd are said to be exploring the cost of deals for both Sesko and Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins though Villa are adamant Watkins is not for sale.
It may cost United around £69-£78m to secure Sesko’s services.
James Trafford completes return to Manchester City after snubbing Newcastle
11:01
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Mike Jones
Manchester City have re-signed James Trafford for £27m from newly-promoted Burnley.
Trafford joins on a five-year deal after rejecting Newcastle to return to his former club, with City possessing the option to extend it for a further season.
City, who sold the 22-year-old to Burnley two years ago, activated the matching rights clause they put in that deal when Newcastle agreed a fee with the promoted club.
Borussia Dortmund interested in Sancho
10:54
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Mike Jones
Borussia Dortmund are interested in re-signing Manchester United forward Jadon Sancho.
The German side are one of a number of clubs, including Juventus, that are keen on the 25-year-old.
Sky Sports say that internal discussions are taking place at the club to decide if they want to bring Sancho back.
Sancho left Dortmund in 2021 and signed for United for £73m but spent the second half of the 2023/24 season back on loan with the Bundesliga club.
Napoli considering Sterling and Grealish?
10:47
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Mike Jones
Sky Sports reports that Napoli are looking at Raheem Sterling and Jack Grealish as alternative wing targets, though Bologna's Dan Ndoye remains their priority.
Napoli have already seen a loan with an obligation to buy offer rejected for the Switzerland international, and face competition from Nottingham Forest.
Tottenham preparing bid for Palhinha
10:40
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Mike Jones
Journalist Sebastien Vidal says Tottenham are believed to be preparing bid of around £45m for Bayern Munich’s Joao Palhinha.
The Portuguese was a semi-regular feature for the Bundesliga champions in 2024-25 but was hampered by an injury that kept him out for two months in the middle of the campaign.
Thomas Frank is said to be keen on bringing the 30-year-old defensive midfielder back to the Premier League - he previously spent two years at Fulham - with an offer expected soon.
Ugarte says United players believe in Amorim
10:33
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Mike Jones
Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte says the players have faith in Ruben Amorim to turn around the club after a terrible 2024/25 season.
"We have to improve things," Ugarte told reporters on their pre-season tour of the United States.
"We are all very motivated, because we believe in the coach, we believe in what he wants and that is very important.
"Last year we made some changes, we changed our coach, we changed our formation.
"You have to have responsibilities when you play for United. Sometimes the connections take time to get to know each other. I already know the league, the rivals, which is important."
Nunez targeted by Milan and Juve
10:26
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Mike Jones
Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez is reportedly being monitored by AC Milan and Juventus.
Nunez had previously been a target for Napoli, though the Serie A champions chose to sign Lorenzo Lucca from Udinese instead.
Both Milan and Juve are looking for a striker and have shown interest in the 26-year-old, though there have been no contact offers or bids from either club.
Saudi Arabia is still a possible destination too, with Al Hilal among his admirers.
Nunez has three years left on his deal at Liverpool, and it is believed the Reds would want around £70m to secure his sale.
Villa & Newcastle to fight for Calvert-Lewin?
10:19
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Mike Jones
Reports in the UK suggest that Aston Villa, Newcastle and AC Milan are there clubs considering a move for former Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The 28-year-old is a free agent after his Everton contract expired, and it is suggested he could be a cost-effective option for both Villa and the Magpies, with both covering only his wages.
Fulham still interested in Nelson
10:13
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Mike Jones
Fulham have made just the one signing this summer having become the last Premier League team to strengthen their squad with the signing of a new goalkeeper.
But, they remain interested in re-signing attacking midfielder Reiss Nelson on l
