Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Thursday, July 9.
Thursday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Manchester United 'handed boost in Donny van de Beek pursuit'
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Real Madrid have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek.
The Spanish giants were allegedly set to battle Manchester United for the signature of the Netherlands international during this summer's transfer window.
However, according to De Telegraaf, Zinedine Zidane's side are no longer in the running for the 23-year-old and are currently looking at other potential signings in a midfield position.
Former United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar, who is Ajax's chief executive, recently revealed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's team were interested in Van de Beek's services.
Meanwhile, Ajax youth coach Ronald de Boer has suggested that the Dutchman could be on his way to the 20-time English champions ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
Van de Beek enjoyed an impressive 2019-20 campaign for Ajax, scoring 10 times and registering 11 assists in 37 appearances in all competitions.
Tottenham Hotspur 'confident of sealing £25m Kurt Zouma deal'
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Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly becoming increasingly confident of signing Chelsea centre-back Kurt Zouma in a £25m deal during this summer's transfer window.
The 25-year-old has made 36 appearances for the Blues during the 2019-20 campaign but his future at Stamford Bridge is currently being called into question.
A recent report claimed that Chelsea had offered Zouma to Paris Saint-Germain as they prepare to bring a new centre-back to the club ahead of the 2020-21 season.
However, according to The Express, Spurs are confident of signing the Frenchman in a £25m deal.
Everton are also believed to be interested in Zouma, who spent the 2018-19 campaign on loan at Goodison Park, but Jose Mourinho's side are allegedly in the driving seat.
The defender has started Chelsea's last two Premier League games against Watford and Crystal Palace, having previously been an unused substitute against Aston Villa, Manchester City and West Ham United.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Real Madrid 'put Luka Jovic on transfer list'
Real Madrid will listen to offers for Luka Jovic during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.
Mesut Ozil 'determined to see out Arsenal contract'
Mesut Ozil will refuse to leave Arsenal this summer as he is determined to see out the final year of his contract at the club, according to a report. Read more.
Michael Zorc: 'Borussia Dortmund looking at Jadon Sancho replacements'
Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc reveals that the German club are already thinking about potential replacements for Jadon Sancho. Read more.
Chelsea are reportedly offered the choice of two players by Juventus as the Italian giants look to strike a deal for Jorginho. Read more.
Said Benrahma friend drops Chelsea hint
Said Benrahma's friend fuels speculation linking the winger with a move to Chelsea with a comment on the Brentford player's social media. Read more.
Kevin De Bruyne agent rubbishes Man City exit talk
Kevin De Bruyne is not seeking a move away from Manchester City despite interest from elsewhere, according to the midfielder's agent. Read more.
Kai Havertz 'wants to join Timo Werner, Antonio Rudiger at Chelsea'
Kai Havertz is keen to complete a move to Chelsea in order to link up with Germany teammates Antonio Rudiger and Timo Werner, according to a report. Read more.
Juventus offered Mason Greenwood 'life-changing money' to leave Man United
Juventus were prepared to offer Mason Greenwood a lucrative contract to leave Manchester United in favour of Italy, according to a report. Read more.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer provides update on Manchester United's transfer plans
Executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has warned it might not be "business as usual" in the transfer market. Read more.
Manchester United's Marcos Rojo set for another loan move?
Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo could rejoin Estudiantes on a six-month loan deal, according to a report. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur 'aiming to sign Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer'
Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is a leading summer transfer target for Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report. Read more.
Wout Weghorst refuses to rule out Arsenal move
Wolfsburg striker Wout Weghorst, who has been linked with Arsenal, suggests that he could be on the move this summer. Read more.
Chelsea's Jorginho addresses transfer speculation
Italy midfielder Jorginho insists that he is "focused" on Chelsea amid the speculation surrounding his future. Read more.
Sevilla 'enquire over possible Hector Bellerin deal'
Sevilla approach Arsenal to discuss a possible summer deal for Spanish defender Hector Bellerin, according to a report. Read more.
Anthony Knockaert joins Fulham on permanent deal
The Frenchman initially moved to the Cottagers on loan last July. Read more.
Jorginho key to Chelsea's pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz?
A report claims that Jorginho is a key player in Chelsea's pursuit of Kai Havertz, with the Blues hoping that Juventus take him off their books this summer. Read more.
Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain enter bidding war for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele?
Moussa Dembele is reportedly a target for Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, which could set up a huge bidding war for the Lyon striker. Read more.
Barcelona 'give Antoine Griezmann assurances over future'
A report claims that Antoine Griezmann held talks with Barcelona chiefs on Tuesday to discuss his future, with an end-of-season exit being completely ruled out. Read more.
Chelsea 'in pole position to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz'
The coveted 21-year-old Germany international will tell the Bundesliga side he wants a transfer this summer. Read more.
Xherdan Shaqiri set to stay at Liverpool this summer?
Liverpool attacker Xherdan Shaqiri could stay at Anfield this summer despite being strongly linked with an exit, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal 'learn Ben Godfrey price'
Liverpool, Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal would have to come up with a £50m offer to sign Norwich City centre-back Ben Godfrey this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'draw up three-man centre-back shortlist'
Manchester United place Bournemouth's Nathan Ake, Aston Villa's Tyrone Mings and AC Milan's Alessio Romagnoli on a three-man centre-back shortlist, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool 'have place reserved for Thiago Alcantara'
Liverpool have a 'place reserved' for Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara at Anfield, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'considering Moussa Dembele move'
Manchester United could launch a summer move for Lyon striker Moussa Dembele, according to a report. Read more.
