Rodri tells Real Madrid he wishes to join Barcelona as Man City legend prepares to leave Premier League – as Atletico Madrid push on with deal for Cristian Romero: WINDOW WATCH

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 with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. 

Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…

Palace sign ex-Arsenal man

Crystal Palace have signed former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu on a free transfer.

Daily Mail Sport understands the 27-year-old has signed a one-year contract, with the option to extend it by a further two years. 

Tomiyasu, who made 65 appearances for Arsenal from 2021-25, spent last season at Ajax but missed most of the campaign through injury.

The Japanese international will provide depth at centre-back and wing-back for Pierre Sage’s side.

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Eagles swoop for Gozo

Crystal Palace have agreed an £11million deal to sign Real Salt Lake winger Zavier Gozo.

The 19-year-old has been given permission to have a medical.

Tigers pounce on Norwegian midfielder

Hull have signed midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl from Tromso for a fee around £8million.

The 20-year-old has penned a five-year contract until the summer of 2031, becoming the Tigers’ sixth summer signing.

Lukic likes look of Ipswich

Fulham midfielder Sasa Lukic has completed his Ipswich medical ahead of a £9m move. He is expected to sign a four-year deal.

Atletico remain in pole position for Romero

Atletico Madrid remain in talks with Tottenham for Cristian Romero.

Numbers have been discussed between the two clubs, though Atletico have yet to make a formal offer.

Daily Mail Sport reported in July that Atletico had rekindled their long term interest in the Argentina centre back, who also has Inter Milan keen to sign him.

Atletico Madrid remain in talks with Tottenham over Cristian Romero but are yet to table a formal offer

However, the Italians are struggling to meet his personal terms despite offering £34m to Spurs.

Arsenal had enquired to Romero’s representatives but that is unlikely with Diego Simeone and Atletico in pole.

Rodri sets sights on Barca

Rodri has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join Barcelona.

The Spanish champions are now in official contact with Manchester City to try and agree a fee though their initial proposal is understood to be closer to £40million, below their valuation.

His representatives say out of respect to Madrid who were ‘class in their approach’, they were informed that the 30-year-old’s preference is to link up with Hansi Flick’s squad.

Rodri has informed Real Madrid that he wishes to join Barcelona

Wrexham target Ipswich keeper

Wrexham have asked about Ipswich Town’s Alex Palmer as an alternative solution to find a new goalkeeper for the Championship season.

The 29-year-old is valued around £3.5million.

Wrexham have also been talking to Sunderland about Anthony Patterson though he is priced around £8m.

Leicester City’s Harry Souttar remains a target too though Sheffield United are also in the mix for the Australia centre back.

Wrexham have asked about Ipswich’s Alex Palmer as a potential goalkeeping option

Coventry remain in talks over Hamer return 

The Blades, meanwhile, are continuing talks with Coventry City over the sale of midfielder Gus Hamer.

The Brazilian is keen to return to Coventry and the chance to play in the Premier League. He has also spoken to manager Frank Lampard.

Click below for all the transfer developments over the last few days…

THURSDAY: Man City target new goalkeeper after James Trafford sale

WEDNESDAY: Aston Villa braced for fresh Arsenal bid to sign Ezri Konsa 

TUESDAY: Man City step up chase for Chelsea’s Pedro Neto

MONDAY: Newcastle reject Arsenal bid for Bruno Guimaraes

SUNDAY: Chelsea seal deal for England’s Argentine nemesis

SATURDAY: Man United star becomes target for Spanish club

FRIDAY: Newcastle agree deal for goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek