Arsenal could be left disappointed in their pursuit of Joao Neves, as two factors might see the Benfica star end up joining Manchester United instead

· Raphael Varane denied dream Real Madrid return· Barcelona discuss swap deal with Atletico Madrid· Plus updates on Conor Gallagher, Xavi Simons and moreBy 90min Staff | 9:25 AM GMT+190min rounds up the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip circul

Arsenal have made their opening offer to Real Sociedad in an attempt to sign Martin Zubimendi in the summer transfer window, according to reports

· Sam Marsden· Moises LlorensBarcelona are considering moves for Guido Rodríguez and Xavi Simons but the final decision on any signings cannot be made until the club know how much money they will be able to invest this summer, sources have told ESPN

It’s expected to be another incredibly busy summer of Premier League transfers, so TEAMtalk has matched-up six outstanding midfielders with six clubs in need of adding another player to their engine room during the off-season

Barcelona coach Xavi has again admitted his admiration for Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi.Zubimendi has been linked with Barca and Xavi said: "I already said last year that it was very important and good, but there is Merino, Brais

· Barcelona play host to Real Sociedad on Monday night in La Liga· Xavi's side will finish the season without any silverware· Real Sociedad still fighting to ensure their place in the 2024/25 Europa LeagueBarcelona face Real Sociedad in La Liga on Mo

According to reports, Arsenal have emerged as the ‘great favourites’ in the race to sign FC Barcelona target Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad

· Barcelona's ongoing financial difficulties set to affect summer spending plans· Long-term target Martin Zubimendi unaffordable as Real Sociedad want €60m· Player sales may help Barcelona offset any potential incomingsBy Toby Cudworth | 6:30 PM GMT+