Bayern Munich have finalised an agreement to sign Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, sources confirmed late Tuesday, marking a coup for Thomas Tuchel’s rebuilding project. The 25-year-old England international will undergo a medical in Munich before a £50 million deal is ratified, ending months of speculation over his future.

The announcement caps a dramatic 48 hours in European football, with Gordon’s transfer now the second major coup for Bayern this month after their earlier capture of French midfielder Warren Zaïre-Emery. Newcastle, already reeling from the loss of another key asset, have given their blessing to the move but insist no replacement will be signed until the window opens in July.

Meanwhile, Chelsea and Manchester United have both turned their attention to Real Sociedad’s Ander Barrenetxea, the 24-year-old Spain international who has scored six times in La Liga this season. The young forward’s contract expires next summer, and both clubs have sent scouts to watch him in action while awaiting his decision on a new deal. Barrenetxea’s agent confirmed that no offers have been accepted yet, but the race is intensifying.

Manchester United are not content with just monitoring Barrenetxea. Sources say the club are preparing a formal bid for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, the 23-year-old England international who has impressed in the Championship. Erik ten Hag’s side are prepared to table an initial £35 million offer, with Forest demanding a sell-on clause as part of any deal.

In the search for attacking depth, Chelsea and Galatasaray have both identified Bologna’s Jonathan Rowe, the 23-year-old England forward, as a potential summer target. Rowe, who has scored six goals in Serie A this season, has attracted interest from multiple clubs, but Bologna are reluctant to sell unless the bid reaches £40 million. The player’s agent confirmed that no bids have been submitted yet, but negotiations are expected to begin in June.

• 📊 Chelsea and Galatasaray lead race for Rowe
• 🔍 Bologna demanding £40m minimum
• ⚠️ No bids submitted, but talks imminent

Over in France, Marseille have confirmed they will not activate the €35 million purchase option on Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard, ending months of speculation. The 30-year-old France international, who has struggled for minutes in Serie A, will return to Inter in July, leaving Marseille to focus on other defensive reinforcements. The decision comes as Marseille prepare for a Europa League campaign under new manager Roberto De Zerbi.

Tottenham Hotspur have entered the market for Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic, the Bosnia-Herzegovina international valued at £30 million. The 23-year-old has impressed in Serie A this season, and Spurs are keen to bolster their defensive options under Ange Postecoglou. However, Sassuolo are reluctant to sell unless the bid reaches their valuation, leaving the deal in limbo until a decision is made in the coming weeks.

1. First — Spurs scout Muharemovic multiple times this month
2. Second — Sassuolo set asking price at £30m
3. Third — Tottenham yet to submit formal bid

Premier League clubs West Ham United and Crystal Palace are tracking Pape Moussa Fall, the 21-year-old Senegalese striker on loan at Belgian side RAAL La Louviere from Metz. The 6ft 6in forward has scored 12 goals in 28 appearances this season, and his physical presence has caught the eye of multiple clubs. However, Metz are reportedly unwilling to sell unless the bid reaches €20 million, a figure that may deter potential suitors.

Manchester United are also addressing their goalkeeping situation, with reports suggesting they are preparing a permanent move for Cameroon international Andre Onana. The 30-year-old, currently on loan at Trabzonspor, has struggled for consistency in Turkey but retains a strong reputation as a ball-playing goalkeeper. United are also set to offer a new deal to 40-year-old Tom Heaton, the club’s third-choice keeper, as they look to revamp their squad under new manager Kieran McKenna.