Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal medical booked, Tchouameni to Man Utd, Liverpool enquiry

Hello and welcome to Mirror Football’s transfer blog for Wednesday, July 8.

Arsenal have reportedly booked in a medical for Illan Meslier, as they look for a new back-up goalkeeper to David Raya. Kepa Arrizabalaga found himself limited to cup competitions in 2025/26 and is said to be heading for the exit door to play more consistent first-team football.

As a result, the Gunners are in hot pursuit of Meslier, who is a free agent after leaving Leeds United upon the expiry of his contract. The 26-year-old failed to make a single senior appearance for the Peacocks last season, shipping six goals in two games for the reserves.

Manchester United, meanwhile, are said to be eyeing a move for Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni. Having missed out on Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes to Manchester City and Spurs, respectively, the Red Devils are still on the hunt for midfield reinforcement.

While Ederson’s arrival from Atalanta is all but guaranteed, Michael Carrick is clearly looking for a number of stars to fill the void left by Casemiro. As a result, United have started discussions over a move for Tchouameni, although a deal will not come cheaply.

It is suggested that any successful transfer will come for a minimum of £68m, showing the importance of the 26-year-old Frenchman to Los Blancos.

Elsewhere, Liverpool have made initial enquiries over the possibility of signing Gilberto Mora from Club Tijuana, following an outstanding World Cup run with Mexico. It is understood that the 17-year-old attacking midfielder has a release clause of around £18m in his current contract, which runs until 2029.

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