Arsenal ready to smash record to sign Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain star Bradley Barcola prefers Liverpool move - Paper Round
Updated 27/07/2026 at 09:30 GMT+1
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Premier League champions Arsenal are preparing to offer Vinicius Junior the highest wages in the club’s history in an ambitious effort to land the Real Madrid and Brazil superstar, according to reports.
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Arsenal have been linked with a move for the 26-year-old, whose contract at the Bernabeu expires in June 2027.
"The Gunners have launched an audacious bid to land Vinicius, 26, as they look to retain their Premier League title and go up an extra level by winning their first ever Champions League," writes The Sun.
"The north Londoners have turned their attention to the star forward, whose contract at Real runs out in 2027 and he has yet to agree fresh terms on his whopping £400,000-a-week deal.
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"But Arsenal would have to splash the cash to buy the Brazil international from Real, with new manager Jose Mourinho unwilling to part with the team’s biggest names.
"The Prem champs would also have to at least match Vinicius’ Madrid salary if they hope to complete this massive transfer coup. That means Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta would have to revert to extravagant contracts within his squad.
"That was something Arteta eradicated upon his first year in charge at the Emirates back in 2019 when he swiftly axed the likes of Mesut Ozil and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who earned north of £350,000 per week.
"However, Bukayo Saka recently put pen to paper on improved terms that now sees him bag about £365,000 per week."
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Barcola prefers Liverpool over Arsenal
Bradley Barcola is refusing to commit his future to Paris Saint-Germain, according to various outlets, as Premier League giants Liverpool and Arsenal lurk in the background.
The France international played a key role as PSG clinched back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles.
However, Barcola appears to have fallen down Luis Enrique's pecking order and is said to favour a move to Anfield after informing PSG he will not renew his current deal.
The Metro writes: "Barcola, who joined PSG from Lyon three years ago, had been angling for a new deal which expires in 2028, but talks stalled prior to the World Cup.
"Barcola appears to have made a definitive decision on his PSG future. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 23-year-old has informed his current employers that he will not be signing a new contract.
"Premier League champions Arsenal have held long-term interest in the versatile forward and with Mikel Arteta prioritising a new left-winger, Barcola has been firmly on the Premier League champions’ radar.
"Barcola is, however, understood to have another destination in mind and is giving priority to Liverpool who are looking to rebuild under new manager Andoni Iraola."
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Inter open Romero talks
Internazionale have entered talks with Tottenham Hotspur over the potential signing of Cristian Romero, reports the Guardian.
Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup finalist Romero has been linked with a move away from London, with the Serie A champions seemingly his most likely destination.
The Guardian writes: "The Spurs captain helped Argentina reach a second straight World Cup final this month, but could leave this summer for a significant fee after an eventful five-year spell.
"The centre-back has made 156 appearances since he joined Tottenham in 2021 and guided the club to Europa League success last year, but served four separate suspensions during a difficult 2025/26 campaign.
"With Jan Paul van Hecke signed for £52m from Brighton and Marcos Senesi joining as a free agent in June to boost the defensive options of Roberto De Zerbi’s side, Spurs will let Romero depart and his representatives have been in Milan for talks with Inter this weekend."
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Chelsea will not allow Neto to 'leave on the cheap'
Chelsea are not prepared to allow winger Pedro Neto to "leave on the cheap" amid interest from Manchester City and Liverpool, states the Mail.
Man City's new head coach Enzo Maresca favoured Neto as his right-winger while in charge at Chelsea, while Liverpool are searching for a new wide player following the departure of Mohamed Salah.
The article reads: "The Premier League club are not actively touting their Portuguese 26-year-old for sale, but Blues insiders are aware of the asking prices being issued elsewhere in Europe, and specifically for RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande and Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola.
"Diomande and Barcola are both considered £100m-plus players by their respective clubs, and while Neto would struggle to fetch such a large fee, it does give Chelsea an idea of their own wide man’s worth. The Blues have not quoted a valuation on Neto as of yet.
"Manchester City and Liverpool, along with sides in Saudi Arabia, have been linked with Neto.
"Chelsea sources believe it is only natural that Neto has attracted interest because of a lack of top wingers in the current market."
Spurs lead in race to sign Savinho
The Sun reports that Tottenham Hotspur have "moved to the front of the queue" in the race to sign Manchester City winger Savinho.
Spurs have already strengthened their squad with the signings of Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United and Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United.
But it appears their summer spending is not yet finished as they look to beat their rivals to the signature of the 22-year-old.
"SunSport can exclusively reveal that Spurs negotiations are well advanced for the Brazil international," states the outlet.
"Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi views Savinho‘s pace and direct creativity as an ideal fit for his tactical system.
"AC Milan are also in the race for the player, but it’s believed Savinho is now the No. 1 target for Spurs.
"Milan had initially registered an ambitious interest in Phil Foden as a potential replacement for Rafael Leao.
"However, following Foden’s new contract extension with Manchester City and the complex finances involved, the Italian giants have officially turned their full attention toward Savinho.
"Viewing Savinho as a more plausible option, Milan are preparing a loan offer featuring a mandatory buy-out clause structured around €50-55 million [£43m-£47m].
"The Italian side also see the Brazilian as the ideal replacement for Leao, who awaits Fenerbahce meeting Milan’s demands of no less than €50m [£43m]."
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