Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Monday, August 17.
Monday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Arsenal 'agree new contract with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang'
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Arsenal have reportedly agreed a new deal with club captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
The 31-year-old's existing contract at the Emirates Stadium is due to expire next summer, and he has been strongly linked with a move away from the Gunners in recent months.
Aubameyang led Mikel Arteta's side to the FA Cup trophy during the 2019-20 campaign, though, and ended the season with 29 goals in 44 appearances in all competitions.
According to The Telegraph, Arsenal have now 'agreed terms' with Aubameyang over a new deal, meaning that an announcement could be imminent.
The Gabon international dropped a hint on Sunday afternoon that he is close to penning a new contract.
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The former Borussia Dortmund forward has scored 70 times in 109 appearances for the Gunners since arriving at the London club in January 2018.
Arsenal agree deal in principle for Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes?
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Arsenal reportedly have an agreement in place with Lille for in-demand central defender Gabriel Magalhaes.
The 22-year-old has been given the green light to depart the Stade Pierre Mauroy this summer if the right offer is made.
A number of clubs have showed an interest in the Brazilian defender, with Napoli rumoured to have been on the brink of signing him as a direct replacement for Kalidou Koulibaly.
Manchester United, Paris Saint-Germain and Everton are also believed to be weighing up bids, but The Telegraph claims that Arsenal are now closing in on the signing of Gabriel in a deal worth around £27m.
The same report indicates that skipper Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is also on the verge of penning fresh terms at the Emirates Stadium in a huge double boost for the Gunners.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Arsenal allegedly make contact with Barcelona to propose a loan-to-buy deal for out-of-favour playmaker Philippe Coutinho. Read more.
Bayern Munich midfielder Thiago Alcantara has allegedly agreed to pen a four-year contract at Liverpool should the two clubs reach a compromise over a fee. Read more.
Chelsea are reportedly ready to spend £40m on Brighton & Hove Albion defender Lewis Dunk ahead of the new Premier League season. Read more.
Graeme Souness tips Manchester United to move for Barcelona's Lionel Messi
Pundit Graeme Souness tips Manchester United to make an audacious attempt to sign Barcelona forward Lionel Messi in the coming weeks. Read more.
Chelsea want John Stones and Lewis Dunk?
Chelsea will supposedly attempt to strike deals for centre-back pairing Lewis Dunk and John Stones during the summer transfer window. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'tells Barcelona he wants to leave this summer'
Lionel Messi reportedly tells Barcelona that he wants to leave the club following their humiliating exit from the Champions League at the hands of Bayern Munich. Read more.
Report: Chelsea's Kai Havertz talks with Bayer Leverkusen grind to a halt
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly refusing to budge on their valuation of Kai Havertz, leading to talks with Chelsea grinding to a halt. Read more.
Ghana boss urges Thomas Partey to snub Arsenal
Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey should reject the chance to sign for Arsenal, according to Ghana boss CK Akonnor. Read more.
Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette 'among Juventus targets'
Juventus are interested in signing Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Napoli 'leapfrog Chelsea in race for Real Madrid's Sergio Reguilon'
Napoli are reportedly in pole position to land Real Madrid left-back Sergio Reguilon, who has impressed while on loan at Sevilla during the 2019-20 campaign. Read more.
Juventus 'open to selling Paulo Dybala amid Manchester United talk'
Juventus would reportedly be prepared to sell Paulo Dybala, who is again being linked with Manchester United, for £81m this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Man Utd youngster Tahith Chong training with Werder Bremen
Manchester United winger Tahith Chong signed a new deal at Old Trafford in March. Read more.
Borussia Dortmund 'still waiting for Jadon Sancho bid from Manchester United'
A report claims that Manchester United have yet to table an offer of any sort for top target Jadon Sancho, who looks set to stay at Borussia Dortmund. Read more.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer calls for Man Utd signings after more semi-final heartbreak
Manchester United became the first Premier League side to lose three semi-finals in one season with their defeat to Sevilla in the Europa League. Read more.
Manchester United 'planning summer sale to fund further signings'
Manchester United is reportedly told that he must fund further summer signings through player sales, with the bulk of the club's budget to be spent on Jadon Sancho. Read more.
Inter Milan 'lining up £20m bid for Chris Smalling'
Inter Milan are reportedly willing to meet Manchester United's asking price for centre-back Chris Smalling. Read more.
Chelsea, Everton interested in Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster?
Chelsea and Everton are reportedly planning an approach for Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster, who may be allowed to leave Vicarage Road after their top-flight relegation. Read more.
Brighton & Hove Albion's Ben White 'wanted by every top six Premier League club'
Brighton & Hove Albion defender Ben White is supposedly wanted by a host of top Premier League sides following his performances for Leeds United in the 2019-20 season. Read more.
Manchester United's Chris Smalling 'not interested in Newcastle United move'
Manchester United defender Chris Smalling reportedly has little interest in signing for Newcastle United this summer. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'considering Barcelona future'
Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi is currently considering his future at Camp Nou, according to a report. Read more.
Out-of-contract duo Simon Francis, Andrew Surman leave Bournemouth
The pair played key roles in the club's rise to the Premier League. Read more.
Freddie Woodman returns to Swansea City on season-long loan
The Magpies keeper won the Under-20 World Cup with England in 2017. Read more.
Former England number one Joe Hart undergoing medical with Tottenham Hotspur
The former England number one is undergoing a medical. Read more.
