Arsenal were dealt a blow in one of their summer transfer pursuits as Vinicius Jr has signed a contract extension with Real Madrid. The Gunners have moved on from targeting the winger and have reignited their interest in Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez while PSG’s Bradley Barcola is also on their list.

In more positive news, Bruno Guimaraes has completed a medical at Arsenal ahead of his £75m move from Newcastle United. The 28-year-old midfielder is now expected to be announced as a new Gooner on Friday ahead of Arsenal’s pre-season fixtures this weekend. The deal represents a key piece of business of Mikel Arteta ahead of Arsenal’s title defence.

Liverpool, meanwhile, also want to sign Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain and have also lined up his teammate Ibrahim Mbaye in what could be a double swoop for Andoni Iraola’s side. The European champions may be willing to let them go especially following Maghnes Akliouche signing from Monaco.

Elsewhere, Manchester United have added to their ranks by bringing in a teenage midfielder and they are exploring their options at left-back with Lewis Hall reportedly now set on a move to Old Trafford, but Newcastle are determined to stop the exodus and insist he is not for sale.

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Why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes – and how he fits into Mikel Arteta’s midfield

Arsenal have agreed to sign Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes for £75m as the Premier League champions prepare to land one of their key transfer targets before the start of their title defence.

Guimaraes, 28, told Newcastle earlier this summer that he wanted to join the Gunners and a deal for the Brazil international was swiftly reached following negotiations between the clubs this week.

Jamie Braidwood explores why Arsenal had to make the move:

Uefa doubles down on Fifa boycott but holds greater weapon to unseat Gianni Infantino

Uefa and other key stakeholders in European football are intent on doubling down on their plan to unseat Gianni Infantino as Fifa president, with boycotts and non co-operation set to continue, to the point of potentially making the global game “ungovernable”.

The Swiss official is himself determined to stay in his position, as illustrated by Wednesday’s defiant Fifa statement. Infantino is aware he still has the numbers to win March’s election.

Uefa nevertheless signalled its own intent by stating that Fifa’s response so far does not meet the threshold for their boycott of Fifa competitions to be lifted, specifically pointing to how there have not been “assurances” that attempts like the privatisation of the World Cup “to disfigure the game in this way will never be made again”.

Atletico confident they can beat Inter to Romero signature

Atletico Madrid are confident they can beat Inter Milan to the signing of Cristian Romero, according to The Times.

Inter have a broad agreement with Tottenham over a deal for the departing defender, but Atletico feel the Argentine would rather join them.

Vinicius Jr signs Real Madrid contract extension to end Arsenal hopes

Vinicius Jr has penned a contract extension with Real Madrid until 2032, ending Arsenal’s hopes of signing the Brazilian superstar this summer.

Premier League champions Arsenal were hopeful of acquiring Vinicius in a statement move, looking to poach the winger who had one year left on his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Their interest came as contract negotiations between Vinicius and Madrid were stalling, with there initially being considerable distance in stances on a new deal as Vinicius’ camp demanded a proposal comparable to Kylian Mbappe’s.

But as Arsenal made progress in negotiations, Real Madrid upped their offer to convince Vinicius to sign on the dotted line and stay put, which was the preference for both the Spanish giants and the player.

Real Madrid to put two Man Utd targets up for sale?

Real Madrid could make two Manchester United targets available for purchase - French midfielders Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga - in order to free up funds so they can sign Spain midfielder Rodri from Manchester City, according to El Nacional.

This comes after reports that Barcelona are growing in confidence that they can successfully pip their rivals to the signing of Rodri, who are set to make an approach.

Aston Villa braced for Konsa bid

Aston Villa are braced for a fresh bid from Arsenal for England defender Ezri Konsa amid attempts to tie him to a new contract, according to the Daily Mail.

The same outlet says Villa are looking to sign Italian left-back Matteo Ruggeri from Atletico Madrid in a £14m deal.

Dykes set for Millwall move

Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes has completed a medical ahead of a one-year deal with Millwall.

Dykes last played for Charlton Athletic during the second half of last season but knocked back an extension at the club.

Van de Ven nears Spurs extension

Micky Van de Ven is close to agreeing a new long-term contract with Tottenham Hotspur, according to Sky Sports.

Van de Ven’s current contract runs until 2029 and is entering his fourth season at the club.

Fulham have bid rejected for Ait Boudlal

Fulham are keen to add Rennes centre-back Abdelhamid Ait Boudlal to their squad this summer but have had a bid rejected, according to Sky Sports.

The £20m offer did not meet the valuation of Rennes, who rate him highly.

Fulham may not go back in for the defender at those figures.

Middlesbrough agree deal for Spurs youngster

Middlesbrough have agreed a £20m deal with Tottenham for centre-back Ashley Phillips, per the Evening Standard.

The Championship side are set to pay an initial £7m, but that figure could rise to £20m with add-ons.

A medical is booked in.