Transfer News LIVE: All the latest as Everton announce the signing of Demari Gray, while David Luiz could join Mario Balotelli at Adana Demirspor and Man United's links with Raphael Varane continue By Sportsmail Published: 09:06 BST, 22 July 2021 | Updated: 18:15 BST, 22 July 2021 100 shares 15 Viewcomments The summer transfer window is alive and kicking as clubs throughout Europe look to cement their squads ahead of next season. It's the future of Tottenham striker Harry Kane that will dominate much of the headlines until the close of the window at 11pm BST on August 31. Manchester City are the favourites to land the England captain, and Sportsmail also understands they are confident of securing a £100million move for Jack Grealish. Meanwhile, Manchester United are on the verge of announcing Jadon Sancho's move from Borussia Dortmund, while Arsenal have reportedly made progress in their attempts to sign Ben White after agreeing a £50m deal. Sportsmail will keep you up-to-date with the latest negotiations, rumours and done deals below. 16:52, 22 July 2021 The 30-year-old returns to the Spanish outfit after a successful season-long loan last term, in which he made 26 appearances in all competitions. Lejeune joined Newcastle in an £8.7million deal from Eibar in 2017 but was hampered by two serious knee injuries during his time at the club. He made 46 appearances for the club in all competitions and is the Premier League side's fourth departure this summer, after Christian Atsu, Andy Carroll and Henri Saivet all left St James' Park. 15:03, 22 July 2021 Emile Smith Rowe has signed a new long-term Arsenal deal until 2026 - and been confirmed as their new No 10. Smith Rowe, a target for Aston Villa this summer, has committed his future to Arsenal and will also inherit the iconic shirt that has been vacant since Mesut Ozil's departure in January. Attacking midfielder Smith Rowe's previous deal was due to expire in 2023 and Villa were keen to tempt him away, making two bids of £25m and £30m. 14:51, 22 July 2021 Arsenal will only complete a deal for Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham 'if Alexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah leave the Emirates Stadium this summer'. The Gunners are interested in signing 23-year-old England international Abraham, who has fallen dramatically down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge. Manager Mikel Arteta is an admirer of Abraham and it has been Arsenal's intention to bolster their strikeforce for several months now. 1 video share 14:00, 22 July 2021 Bournemouth could turn their attention to Burnley's Bailey Peacock-Farrell in their search for a goalkeeper. The Cherries were keen on Freddie Woodman but Newcastle may hang onto him following injury to their first-choice Martin Dubravka. Dubravka had surgery last week on a foot injury picked up during the Euros and has admitted he is 'highly unlikely' to make the start of the season. 12:58, 22 July 2021 Louis van Gaal is set to return to management as the former Manchester United boss has reportedly agreed a deal to take charge of Holland once again. The 69-year-old Dutchman has been out of work since being sacked by the Red Devils five years ago. But he is now in line to begin his third spell as Holland boss after successful negotiations between himself and the Dutch FA, according to De Telegraaf. 424 shares 12:20, 22 July 2021 Everton have officially announced the signing of winger Demarai Gray from Bayer Leverkusen on a three-year contract. Gray touched down in Florida, where the club are currently holding a pre-season training camp, on Thursday and successfully underwent his medical. He has put pen to paper on a deal that also includes the option of a fourth year, and has become Everton's third new addition his summer. 644 shares 12:12, 22 July 2021 Birmingham have beaten off competition from Sheffield Wednesday and clubs in the Scottish Premiership to sign Wolves goalkeeper Matija Sarkic on a season-long loan. Birmingham's goalkeeper coach Andy Marshall, who worked with Sarkic at Villa, is understood to have been one key factor in their interest and the move. 09:57, 22 July 2021 Former Arsenal defender David Luiz could join Mario Balotelli at Turkish Super Lig side Adana Demirspor. Luiz became a free agent after his Arsenal contract expired at the end of the season - bringing his two-year stay at the Emirates to a close. As a result, the newly-promoted Super Lig side are hopeful they will 'reach an agreement' with Luiz and sign him alongside Balotelli and Younes Belhanda this summer. 1 video 4915 shares 09:33, 22 July 2021 England youth international midfielder Bate has signed a three-year deal after travelling to Leeds yesterday to finalise his move and undergo a medical. Official confirmation of his arrival was announced at 10am on Thursday morning. The club tweeted: '#LUFC are pleased to announce the signing of Lewis Bate from Chelsea' alongside a photo of the youngster holding a Leeds shirt. Leeds are set to pay £1.5m plus add-ons for the 18 year-old. Chelsea have also secured a sell-on clause in the agreement though no buy-back clause. 373 shares 08:35, 22 July 2021 Bryan Swanson is leaving Sky Sports News after almost two decades with the broadcaster to become FIFA's Director of Media Relations. The channel's Chief News Reporter is best known to millions of football fans for his frenetic updates on transfer deadline day. Swanson posted a Twitter message on Thursday morning to confirm his departure as he moves to Switzerland to take up his new position at world football's governing body. 144 shares 07:57, 22 July 2021 The 28-year-old fell out of favour under former Toffees boss Carlo Ancelotti last season and started just three league games after struggling with consistency. Now in the final year of his deal, Everton are ready to cash-in on the player they signed for free in 2018, with UAE side Sharjah one of the club's interested in Bernard, according to The Athletic. New Everton boss Rafa Benitez has been told to trim the club's bloated wage bill and that Bernard will most likely leave if a suitable offer comes in. View more posts Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility