Football transfer news July 4 2024

Arsenal have been linked with signing a striker all window but it appears a new defender could be the first addition through the door. The Gunners are interested in Bologna and Italy's Riccardo Calafiori and are now leading the race for a player who is expected to cost around £42million. Viktor Gyokeres remains the desired target up top, and is available for an £85million release clause.Chelsea were also interested in Calafiori, though not at that price, but are closing in on their sixth summer signing in the form of Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino. A deal could be wrapped up this week, just days after Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Marc Guiu joined. Spain's Euro 2024 star Nico Williams is now a target, and also of interest to Tottenham.