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It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.
Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…
Newcastle’s new No 1 completes medical ahead of transfer
Goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek has completed his Newcastle United medical in Spain, and is set to be announced as the club’s latest signing.
Newcastle activated his £25.7m release clause and the player travelled to La Manga on Saturday.
As Daily Mail Sport revealed, the 24-year-old Czech is being brought in as the club’s new first-choice option in goal.
Lukas Hornicek has completed his medical ahead of joining Newcastle in a £25.7million deal
Bournemouth bolster full-back options
Bournemouth have agreed an £11.2m deal with Sevilla for right-back Juanlu Sanchez.
The deal is worth £9.5m plus a potential £1.7m in add-ons while Sevilla retain a 10 per sell-on.
As Daily Mail Sport reported on Saturday, Bournemouth accelerated talks as they needed a right-back after the departure of Alex Jimenez to Fiorentina.
The 22-year-old Juanlu is a Spain international with four caps and had interest from Everton.
Hull lead race for Norwegian star
Hull City are ready to fend off interest from Rangers and Cardiff City to sign highly-rated Norwegian midfielder Jens Hjerto-Dahl.
Cardiff had offered a club record fee for the 20-year-old from Tromso but Hull are offering him the chance to play in the Premier League.
The 6ft 4ins defensive midfielder has captained Norway at youth level and is an U21 international.
Hull are also advancing in talks for 18-year-old centre back Lucas Herrington from Colorado Rapids and winger Mohamed-Ali Cho from Nice.
Click below for all the transfer developments over the last few days…
SATURDAY: Man United star becomes target for Spanish club
FRIDAY: Newcastle agree deal for goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek
THURSDAY: John Stones seals Inter Milan move
WEDNESDAY: Man City push for World Cup wonderkid amid doubts over Rodri’s future
TUESDAY: Man United open to offer for four academy graduates
