Carlos Baleba to undergo Man United medical TODAY as Newcastle target Nico Gonzalez given green light for move from City and Aston Villa open talks with ex-Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka: WINDOW WATCH
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It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period as clubs look to make big signings ahead of the new season.
Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…
Baleba prepares for Man United medical
Carlos Baleba is due to undergo his medical today ahead of completing his £70million move from Brighton to Manchester United.
The 22-year-old is recovering from an ankle ligament injury but is expected to be fit towards the end of next month.
The deal was agreed early on Friday evening at £65m plus add-ons and a sell-on clause.
Newcastle target given the green light for move
Newcastle target Nico Gonzalez has been told by Enzo Maresca and Hugo Viana that he can leave Manchester City.
Gonzalez was ready to fight for his place but with City looking to sign two more midfielders they are realistic about his prospects of playing regularly.
Newcastle believe he is open to the move and is emerging as their priority on a shortlist of three targets.
Nico Gonzalez has been told that he can move from Man City amid interest from Newcastle
Newcastle have also registered interest in Christopher Nkunku of AC Milan, though RB Leipzig are more active on the situation as it stands.
Man City’s talks for Ayyoub Bouaddi are continuing, though Lille have been pushing for optimum price on the 18-year-old.
Man City forward Omar Marmoush is still expected to complete his move to Tottenham.
Villa circle free agent Germany star
Aston Villa have opened talks with free agent Germany international Leon Goretzka.
The former Bayern Munich midfielder is viewed as a high quality and experienced alternative to Joao Palhinha who is joining Benfica.
Goretzka, 31, has had interest from Atletico Madrid and Tottenham in recent months but Villa hope to progress in the coming days.
They have also made a check call on Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee who has the offer of a potential loan with obligation from Juventus.
Leon Goretza has begun talks with Aston Villa with the club seeking progress in coming days
Liverpool fledgling books Levente loan deal
Liverpool defensive prospect Ifeanyi Ndukwe is joining Levante on loan.
The 18-year-old does not qualify for a work permit in England as yet, so is having to be loaned out to play competitive football.
The Austrian youth international has excelled during Liverpool’s pre-season and the club have high hopes for his future.
First team football in a top league such as LaLiga is viewed as an integral next step.
He has travelled to Valencia to complete terms. Ndukwe also had interest from clubs in Portugal, France and Germany.
FRIDAY: Liverpool make improved Yankuba Minteh bid
THURSDAY: Man United progressing in Carlos Baleba talks
WEDNESDAY: Spurs push on with double swoop from Man City
TUESDAY: Crystal Palace land £11m American star
MONDAY: Liverpool unlikely to pursue PSG’s Ibrahim Mbaye