The transfer window is well and truly open!
With the rumours growing in pace and volume during this ‘silly season’, it can be difficult and painstaking to separate the stories of some legitimacy from the rest of the noise.
Fortunately, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to do it for you.
Below, you’ll find some of the latest transfer news churned out of the rumour mill broken down and analysed for your benefit along with our calculated predictions.
NICK POPE – BURNLEY TO LIVERPOOL
Liverpool are set to solve their goalkeeping woes by clinching a deal for the talented Burnley and England shot-stopper, according to The Sun.
Why it will happen: The Merseysiders are desperate for a new No.1 between the sticks following Loris Karius’ Champions League final horror show and Simon Mignolet’s imminent departure from Anfield, so Pope very much fits the bill.
Why it won’t happen: Although fellow Clarets goalkeeper Tom Heaton is set to return to action next season, Pope is still first choice and could remain loyal to Sean Dyche’s men. After all, Burnley took a chance on a man, who up until the summer of 2017, was a relative unknown.
Prediction: Selling their best players would significantly disrupt Burnley’s stronghold in the top 10 and Europa League prospects, however, Liverpool are set to offer Pope a lucrative proposition. Despite all this, it may not be a straightforward pursuit.
Rating – 7/10
Pope has enjoyed an incredible Premier League rise.
JACK GREALISH – ASTON VILLA TO TOTTENHAM
Tottenham are preparing to raid Aston Villa for the 22-year-old midfielder, Sky Sports are reporting.
Why it will happen: The Villains are in a desperate financial situation and need to raise cash. Selling the home-grown talent is a quick fix. A move to north London should help Grealish progress in his career under the watchful eye of Mauricio Pochettino.
Why it won’t happen: He would leave Villa with a heavy heart and may want to help the club try and get promoted to the Premier League again next season under Steve Bruce, who is likely to stay on.
Prediction: This is set to be the summer where the all-action midfielder leaves Villa Park.
Rating – 8/10
Midfield talent: Jack Grealish.
CAGLAR SOYUNCU – FREIBURG TO ARSENAL
Arsenal are reportedly in advanced talks to land the Freiburg and Turkey defender, the player’s agent has revealed.
Why it will happen: The Gunners have made strengthening a leaky defence a real priority and see the 22-year-old as a man who could fill Per Mertesacker’s boots long-term, aided by the experience of new recruit Stephan Lichtsteiner alongside him.
Why it won’t happen: Manchester City and Roma are also eyeing the young centre-back and could both offer Champions League football, which is of course something out of Arsenal’s reach during the upcoming 2018/19 campaign.
Prediction: Arsenal should make it a priority to land the defender and secure his services whilst the World Cup is ongoing. After all, Turkey are not in the tournament.
Rating – 8/10
Caglar Soyuncu (r) is a wanted man.