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TRANSFER deadline day looms ever nearer as the window slams shut tomorrow.

Jack Wilshere yesterday demanded a loan spell away from Arsenal while Lucas Perez landed at Heathrow ahead of his £17million move to the Emirates.

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 Jack Wilshere could be set to join Juventus on loan this seasonCredit: EPA

Joe Hart finally looks set to join Serie A side Torino on loan after being shut out by Pep Guardiola.

Manchester United youngster Will Keane has been shown the exit door by Jose Mourinho and joins Hull but Marcos Rojo's agent insists the Argentinian will NOT be following him out.

See all the done deals of the transfer window.

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22:30: HUGE NEWS concerning Jack Wilshere.

Crystal Palace are currently locked in talks with the Arsenal midfielder over a possible season-long loan move.

Watford and Bournemouth - and clubs abroad - have also been linked with the axed England star.


21:59: Sunderland manager David Moyes is chasing a Frenchman named Pogba... Paul's older brother Florentin.

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The Black Cats boss is looking at a £6,5m deal for the St Etienne centre-back.

The 26-year-old has been tracked by top Ligue 1 clubs but could be tempted to join his brother in England.

Florentin Pogba is a powerhouse for St Etienne in the French leagueCredit: Getty Images


21:46: Tottenham will keep South Korean forward Heung-Min Son after rejecting a £24m offer from Bundesliga club Wolfsburg.

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A number of German clubs are interested in the 24-year-old, who has struggled to hold down a place in Mauricio Pochettino's side.


21:21: Manchester City have confirmed that Samir Nasri has completed a loan move to Sevilla.

The Frenchman isn't in Pep Guardiola's first-team plans and is on his way to Spain to join fellow blonde-bombshell Lionel Messi in La Liga.

Nasri is on his way to join Sevilla in La LigaCredit: Getty Images
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20:53: Talking of mad money, Abel Hernandez's move to Aston Villa has broken down - because he wanted £100k-a-week if they returned to the Premier League.

Hernandez was also looking for around £70k-a-week to play in the Championship this season, which would've made him the top-paid player at the level.

Hernandez deal is off after he demanded massive wagesCredit: Getty Images
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20:45: Premier League spending for this summer has now passed the £1BILLION mark.

£1,000,000,000. That's outrageous.


20:38: The worst kept secret in North London is out - Shkodran Mustafi is an Arsenal player.

The centre-back joins from Valencia and becomes the Gunners sixth signing of the summer.

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20:27: So this could actually happen - David Luiz may be on his way back to the Bridge.

The Brazil international is allegedly ‘ready’ for a return to Cobham after Chelsea initially made enquiries to land teammate Marquinhos instead.

Luiz could be poised for a remarkable return to Stamford BridgeCredit: Action Images


20:05: It's taken a while, but Calum Chambers has now joined Boro on a season long loan.

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19:53: As mentioned earlier, Bruno Martins Indi is on his way to Stoke and is having a medical tomorrow.

Happy with that Potters fans?

We'll have more on Luiz shortly.


19.39: Meanwhile, Marcos Alonso is  set to fly into London to finalise his move from Fiorentina.

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Could Antonio Conte have two new defenders by tomorrow night?

19:10: There's some rumours doing the rounds that Chelsea have made a £32m bid for David Luiz.

We'll have more on this shortly. Blimey.

Would this be the most sensational transfer of the window?Credit: PA Wire
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18:40: In other news, Watford are continuing their late deals and are poised to take Kenedy on loan from Chelsea for the season.

The Brazilian isn't in the first-team picture at the Bridge and adds much needed firepower to the Hornets frontline.


18:36: BIG NEWS KLAXON! This is exclusive folks.

Jack Wilshere is on the cusp of a loan move to Italian giants AC MILAN.

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Didn't see that coming, did you?

Wilshere is preparing for a move to ItalyCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd


18:26: We have an update on Jack Wilshere incoming, stay tuned...

18:16: Things picking up pace again - Will Keane has completed his move to Hull.

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The Manchester United youngster spent last season on loan at Preston North End and made just two appearances at Old Trafford.

 



18:14: Good news for Swansea fans. They've secured the signature of promising Alfie Mawson from Barnsley who joins for £5million.

 

17:46: Stoke have made a move for Porto's Bruno Martins Indi on loan as Mark Hughes looks to add to his defensive ranks.

The Potters had made an enquiry for Liverpool's Mamadou Sakho but he wasn't interested in a switch.

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Bruno Martins Indi looks set to join Stoke on a season long loan from PortoCredit: Getty Images


17:29: Finally a chance to catch a breath after the flurry of activity today.

Away from transfer dealings, the big breaking news is that Sergio Aguero is set to miss the Manchester derby after being charged with violent conduct for elbowing Winston Reid.

Stay with us for all the developing transfer news - with some information coming on Jack Wilshere shortly...

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16:59: There's some movement at Vicarage Road, as Watford re-sign defender Adrian Mariappa on a three-year contract.

He made 247 appearances in his first spell at the club and left Crystal Palace in the summer.

Mariappa is back in a Watford shirt after leaving PalaceCredit: PA:Press Association


16.43: HULL have finally made an outfield signing this summer, bringing Tottenham's RYAN MASON on a three-year deal.

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The fee is reported to be a club-record £13m. He will join David Marshall at the KCOM Stadium today.

16.31: In case you missed it, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has revealed he has turned down a whopping EIGHT offers for fit-again forward Danny Ings.

Earlier this month Klopp said: “We’re counting on Ingsy. He is a fantastic boy.

“He was injured since October last year and he needed time. Now he’s getting better and better.”
Danny Ings has been in high demand this summer, but Liverpool aren't willing to sellCredit: PA:Press Association

16.16: Meanwhile, Leicester midfielder Marc Albrighton has put pen to paper on a new four-year deal at the King Power Stadium.

Albrighton, 26 - who was a key member of the 2015-16 Premier League title-winning season - has been at the club since 2014 after joining from Aston Villa.

He joins big names Riyad Mahrez and Jamie Vardy in penning a new long-term deal this summer.


16.13: Big news out of White Hart Lane as Tottenham will NOT be continuing their pursuit of Crystal Palace winger Wilfried Zaha.

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Spurs never placed a second bid, reported at £18m, after their first was rejected by Alan Pardew and Co.


16.00: Here's another shot of Joe Hart - who's been mobbed on his arrival at Torino. He's off to a flier in Serie A, and he's not even had to don his gloves yet...

Joe Hart is mobbed by Torino fans as he arrives in the Italian city of TurinCredit: Getty Images

15.45: Some action over at Premier League champions Leicester, with midfielder Tom Lawrence off on loan for the season to Championship side Ipswich.

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15.29: Swansea are on the brink of signing Barnsley defender Alfie Mawson - who is currently undergoing a medical - for a fee of £5m.

The last Tykes defender to move to the Premier League? A certain Mr Stones...


15.24: In other news, Chelsea are reportedly edging towards a deal with Fiorentina for Marcos Alonso, while Crystal Palace are weighing up a loan offer for Arsenal's Jack Wilshere...


15.16: Time for an update on Joe Hart... Here is arriving in Turin to join Serie A side Torino:

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15.10: There's a bit more Arsenal news for you as we've got an update on Serge Gnabry.

Bayern Munich's director of sport Frank Baumann has said: "We've got an agreement with the player and we're confident it will go through.

"We have reached a fundamental agreement with Arsenal, but nothing is signed yet. Bayern have no influence on the potential transfer.

"It could all go through by lunchtime tomorrow. We've gathered information on him from Per Mertesacker, who was full of praise for him."

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14.54: Aston Villa have announced the signing of Jonathan Kodjia on a three-year deal.

The initial fee paid to Bristol is £15m but will rise to £17m.

That's massive gains for City, who paid French club Angers a minuscule £2m for him.

Villans boss Di Matteo said: “We are really pleased to have secured the services of Jonathan.

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“He is a proven goalscorer and hopefully he’ll play an important part in what we hope will be a successful season for the Club.”

 

14.36: Arsenal fans can rejoice as well, for Lucas Perez has been unveiled as a Gunner!

Just to remind Gooners who they will be cheering for next season, here's everything you need to know about the £17m forward. Sounds like some buy!

Wenger said: "He's not only a goalscorer, he's a guy who combines well with partners, who can give a final ball and makes good runs. He's got a good eye for goal and had an outstanding season last year."

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14.34: FINALLY! Hull sign their first senior player this summer.

Not Mason, but David Marshall from Cardiff!

The club tweeted: "We are delighted to announce the signing of David Marshall from @Cardiff CityFC #WelcomeDavid"

 

14.32: Arsenal are teasing us . . .

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14.26: Ryan Mason is having a medical at Hull ahead of move from White Hart Lane.

The Tottenham midfielder has snubbed Sunderland in order to join the Tigers.

Hull fans, brace yourselves for your first senior signing of the season . . .

Ryan Mason is in Hull completing his medical ahead of a move from TottenhamCredit: PA:Press Association
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14.23: Mario Balotelli is due to undergo a medical at Nice this afternoon, according to local paper Nice Matin.

The Liverpool outcast has been desperately searching for a new club all summer after being told he is not part of Jurgen Klopp's plans.

Palermo were interested in signing him but Nice can offer him a higher wage.


14.13: James Rodriguez' Real Madrid future remains a doubt.

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The Colombian superstar does not fit into Zinedine Zidane's 4-3-3 formation and has lost his place in the starting XI.

Chelsea have shown interest in £60m-rated James, 25, and Blues boss Antonio Conte needs another attacking player more than ever as he now has just two first-team strikers.

14.09: Tottenham have rejected Wolfsburg's £25m bid for Son Heung-min, according to reports.

Spurs will hold onto the South Korean until at least January, claim .

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Chelsea have shown interest in out-of-favour Real Madrid ace James RodriguezCredit: Reuters

14.04: Loic Remy has joined Crystal Palace on a season-long loan.

Palace gaffer Alan Pardew has a soft spot for the Frenchman having already signed him on loan at Newcastle in 2013.

He also failed in a bid to capture him permanently, with Remy, 29, snubbing the offer.

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We're sure there won't be any ill feelings from Pards but he may put the striker up against Scott Dann on the first day of training . . .

 

13.50: Wolves confirm the signing of Romain Saiss from Ligue 1 side Angers for an undisclosed fee.

Wanderers are hoping the 26-year-old Moroccan can add plenty of Saiss to their midfield.


13.34: Spurs have signed striker Juan Pablo Gonzalez Velasco, 17, from Brentford.

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Chelsea were also interested in signing the Colombian starlet but lost out to their London rivals.

At least they don't need to pay for his shirt.


13.27: Mamadou Sakho has been told to find himself a club if he wants to play first-team football this season, writes PHIL THOMAS.

The Liverpool defender hasn’t played a competitive game since he was found to have taken a banned dietary pill in a drugs test in April.

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He was subsequently sent home from the Reds pre-season tour of America after three breaches of club rules.

Sakho has since been training at Melwood and there have been no further problems with discipline.

But Jurgen Klopp wants proof that he is in the right mental state to show he can have a long-term Anfield future.

Mamadou Sakho has been told to find himself a club if he wants to play footballCredit: PA:Press Association Wire
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And that means he will have to play elsewhere to prove it to the Kop boss before he can force his way into first-team plans again.

West Brom were interested in taking him on a permanent basis for around £20m, but Klopp is unwilling to sell him – and Sakho was not keen on the transfer.

13.20: Now this is a shock. Ravel Morrison to Newcastle?

The man who world record £107m signing Paul Pogba used to look up to is set for a sensational return to England.

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Morrison, 23, left West Ham for Lazio in January 2015 but has failed to get going in Serie A.

Rafa Benitez's bid for world domination by signing everybody who owns a pair of football boots somehow just got even more interesting.


13.17: Tomorrow is the big day, make sure you don't miss a thing!

 

13.14: Do Barcelona ever rest?

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The Catalan club has loaned out Munir El Haddadi, 20, to Valencia for the remainder of the season.

The deal includes an option to buy for £10.2m.

 



13.07: Barca have confirmed the £26m signing of Paco Alcacer.

The Spanish striker joins from Valencia on a five-year deal.

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13.05: BREAKING - England captain Wayne Rooney announces he will retire from international football after 2018 World Cup.


12.51: Bastian Schweinsteiger says he "dreams" of playing for United again.

Jose Mourinho made it clear the midfielder is not a part of his plans this season.

But, speaking ahead of his last game with Germany, he said: “My absolute dream would be to play for Manchester United and help them reach their goals.

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"I have had conversations (with the club) and I have no problem with Jose Mourinho, he has explained the situation to me from his perspective.

Bastian Schweinsteiger says he "dreams" of playing for Manchester United againCredit: Getty Images

";We have to wait to see what happens in September and October and how things will develop, but I will definitely not stop playing football.

"It would be a dream to once more show the fans what I can do."

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With Marouane Fellaini in inspired form and saving people's LIVES, it may be tough to work his way back in.


12.47: Charlton have signed full-back Adam Chicksen on a free transfer in a bid to escape from League One.

Chicksen signed for Brighton in 2013 but was cast out to Gillingham twice, Fleetwood and Leyton Orient on loan in three years.

The Addicks were relegated last season and are looking for a swift return.

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12.43: Celtic have confirmed the signing of Cristian Gamboa from West Brom on a three-year deal.

The Costa Rican played 17 times in two seasons at the Hawthorns, but was frozen out under Tony Pulis.

Sounds like a GAMB-LE to me. See what I did there?

Cristian Gamboa has signed for Celtic from West Brom on a three-year dealCredit: Getty Images
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12.35: Aston Villa are close to signing Jonathan Kodjia from Bristol for £17m.

What a bit of business that would be for City, who signed him from Angers for just £2m last summer.

Blimey, maybe Dr Tony Xia was being serious when he claimed he wanted to turn Villa into the 'biggest club in the world.'


12.32: Cardiff are in talks to sign Kyle Lafferty from Norwich.

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The Bluebirds terminated Federico Macheda's contract today and are looking to instantly replace him.

Lafferty joined Norwich in 2014 but failed to really make an impact during his time.

Cardiff are in negotiations with Norwich over the signing on Kyle LaffertyCredit: PA:Press Association

12.09: Discover exactly what a football medical is and why some players sometimes fail.

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And find out why fax machines rule modern football ahead of high-tech gadgets on transfer deadline day.


12.00: Leon Best has signed a one-year deal with Ipswich.

The former Newcastle striker replaces Darly Murphy, who signed for the Magpies on Sunday.

Does that class as an eye for an eye?

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11.57: Cheick Tiote wants a move to Russia after seeing a deal to Galatasaray collapse, writes MIKE McGRATH.

The Newcastle winger has returned to England after his transfer to the Turkish giants fell through.

Lokomotiv Moscow and Anzhi Makhachkala are both willing to pay Toon bosses the £750,000 fee needed to get him off the wage bill.

And the Russian pair have put in bigger offers for personal terms compared with Greek side Olympiacos, who were in pole position for a deal but could now miss out.

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11.53: West Brom are trying to pull off a major coup by signing Portgual's Euro 2016-winning defensive midfielder William Carvalho, writes GRAHAM HILL.

Albion are waiting for Sporting Lisbon to respond to a bid of around £21m.

Baggies were thought to have targeted Malaga midfielder Ignacio Camacho as their top transfer window signing.

But now boss Tony Pulis has switched his attentions to Carvalho, 24.

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West Brom are trying to pull off a major coup by signing William CarvalhoCredit: Getty Images

11.50: Burnley are trying to tie up a deal for Albert Adomah from Middlesbrough, writes MIKE McGRATH.

Sean Dyche is targeting the 28-year-old winger and will tempt him with Premier League football over a move to Aston Villa in the Championship.

The Turf Moor boss is still in for Jeff Hendrick and have matched a £7m offer from Hull for the Derby midfielder.

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Hendrick, who played in the Euros with Republic of Ireland, looked set for Hull but they are struggling to finalise the deal, allowing Dyche to make his move.


11.46: Federicho Macheda's contract with Cardiff has been terminated by mutual agreement.

A statement from the club read: "We would like to thank Federico for his contribution and wish him the very best for his future."

Remember that goal against Aston Villa? Surely he is the original Hal Robson-Kanu?

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Free agent and former Man United hero Federico Macheda has seen happier daysCredit: EMPICS Sport

11.40: More Sunderland news as Jeremain Lens has joined Fenerbahce on a season-long loan.

The Dutchman will link up with ex-boss Dick Advocaat for the FOURTH time now.

He also left a parting dig at the Wearsiders and speaking about his time under Sam Allardyce, he said: “I did not play, was not even on the bench.

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“I just had a problem with the club.

“What? No idea. Sunderland would just love to get rid of me.”

 

11.35: Juventus are reportedly bracing themselves to make a double swoop for Juan Cuadrado and Axel Witsel.

Cuadrado’s agent is set to meet with Chelsea representatives today in London to thrash out a deal to take the Colombian midfielder back to the Italian outfit.

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And Juventus are also set to contact Zenit St Petersburg in a bid to tempt them to part with Belgian international Witsel.

Sounds like hairy business to me.


11.31: Sevilla have pulled the plug on Sunderland's £7.7m deal for midfielder Vicente Iborra.

A deal was agreed in writing and personal terms were also agreed but the Spanish side got cold feet at the last moment.

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Things aren't going the Black Cats' way at all today!

Vicente Iborra's £7.7m move to Sunderland is off after Sevilla pulled the plugCredit: Getty Images

11.28: Luton are set to sign Huddersfield defender Jack Senior.


11.16: Norwich have signed striker Nelson Oliveira from Benfica on a four-year-deal for an undisclosed fee.

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Canaries boss Alex Neil said of the 25-year-old: "It's a great signing for us because he's a very good player technically.

"He'll be a creator of goals as well as a scorer of them."


11.11: Chelsea are closing in on the £24m signing of Fiorentina defender Marcos Alonso.

Yes, the same man who played for Bolton and Sunderland. And yes, £24m.

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