Transfer latest: Arsenal want Gvardiol; Leeds open talks to sign free agent

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Josko Gvardiol is the latest name on Arsenal‘s transfer wishlist, with the Gunners monitoring the Croatia international. Mikel Arteta’s men want the RB Leipzig star who is also attracting attention from Manchester City, according to Media Foot.

Leeds United have opened talks to sign Juan Mata. Discussions are moving slowly, but they are heading in the right direction. And the free agent would be open to joining Jesse Marsch’s men this summer, 90min claims.

Tottenham Hotspur are planning to ask about what fee Udinese want for defender Rodrigo Becao. The 26-year-old could be sold in this window, and is also attracting attention from Everton and Torino, Messaggero Veneto reports.

Newcastle United are ready to make a bid to take Japhet Tanganga on loan with an obligation to buy. Spurs would be happy with such an offer for the 23-year-old defender, Tuttomercatoweb claims.

Transfer latest: Newcastle make striker bid, and Chelsea announce Sterling signing

Meanwhile, Newcastle have already made an offer to sign Arnaud Kalimuendo. The Magpies have put a bid worth up to £16.9 million on the table for the Paris Saint-Germain starlet. The Ligue 1 champions value the 20-year-old at around £21.2 million, according to Media Foot.

Arsenal target Carney Chukwuemeka has been left out of Aston Villa’s squad for their pre-season tour of Australia amid speculation over his future. The 18-year-old is out of contract next summer and is refusing to sign a new deal with Steven Gerrard’s side.

Another player who could leave Villa this summer is Keinan Davis. Nottingham Forest have opened talks to bring the former loanee back to the City Ground, according to a report from The Telegraph.

Finally, Chelsea have announced the signing of Raheem Sterling. BBC Sport reports that the Blues have paid Manchester City £50 million for the forward.