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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Matthijs de Ligt, Raphinha, Nathan Ake
By Sporting Life
08:48 · FRI July 01, 2022

Chelsea's negotiations with Juventus over a move for Matthijs de Ligt are progressing (Telegraph) but Barcelona are ready to make an offer worth up to £60m for Raphinha in an effort to beat the Blues to the signing of Leeds forward Raphinha (Times).

Thomas Tuchel's side are also interested in engineering a return to Stamford Bridge for Nathan Ake (Telegraph) but Manchester City will tell them to forget about re-signing the centre-back on the cheap (Sun).

Brennan Johnson has given Nottingham Forest a huge boost by agreeing a new four-year contract at the City Ground (Times).

Bruno Fernandes has attempted to end speculation surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo's future by claiming the Portuguese is set to stay (Sun).

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Celtic are applying the finishing touches to a £6.5m deal to sign Portuguese winger Jota on a permanent four-year contract (Daily Mail).

Arsenal are intending to keep William Saliba at the club next season and are hoping to tie him down to a new contract while fellow defender Gabriel Magalhaes remains a target for Juventus but it remains unlikely the Gunners will sell this summer.

In-demand Stephen Kelly looks set to leave Rangers before the close of the window despite returning to training at Auchehowie (Daily Record).

The latest updates in our transfer blog
Birmingham City manager Lee Bowyer is seeking assurances over his future as the protracted takeover of Birmingham has left him with 12 players, no assistant and poor training facilities just weeks before the start of the Championship season (Daily Mail).

Barcelona boss Xavi has ruthlessly told first-team stars Samuel Umtiti, Martin Braithwaite, Oscar Mingueza and Riqui Puig to skip pre-season training as the Catalans attempt to kick-off a summer exodus (Mirror).

West Bromwich Albion owner Guochuan Lai has admitted he borrowed £5m from the club more than a year ago and has still not paid it back (Daily Mail).

Croatian striker Antonio Colak has been labelled as 'easily replaceable' as a move to Rangers from PAOK edges closer (Daily Record).

Neil Lennon has tapped into his SPFL knowledge again by adding former Rangers and Hibs winger Brandon Barker to his Omonia Nicosia squad (Scottish Sun).

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Transfer news: Rumours, gossip and done deals; Premier League, EFL and Europe
By Sporting Life
13:04 · SUN July 03, 2022

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The done deals from the summer transfer window
FOREST FINALISE BIANCONE DEAL
Nottingham Forest have made French defender Giulian Biancone their third signing following promotion to the Premier League.

The 22-year-old arrives at the City Ground from Ligue 1 side Troyes on a three-year deal to join on-loan Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson and Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi as new recruits for Forest boss Steve Cooper.

Biancone, who has represented France Under-19s, told nottinghamforest.co.uk: “I am very happy to arrive at a club like Nottingham Forest after a good experience with my former club Troyes.

“I know it’s a big club, very known across Europe and I’m very excited to be joining the club, with its great fanbase and history."


CARVALHO LANDS IN LIVERPOOL
Liverpool have made their signing of Fabio Carvalho on a free transfer from Fulham official.

The 19-year-old turned down a new deal at Craven Cottage to sign a five-year contract with the Reds in May.

“It’s just an amazing feeling to be here at one of the biggest clubs in the world, if not the biggest. So, I’m just happy to be here and I can’t wait to get started,” Carvalho told the club's official website.


FULHAM AGREE PALHINHA DEAL
After a slow start to the summer, Fulham have agreed a £20m deal with Sporting CP for Joao Palhinha.

With the 26-year-old set to become Marco Silva's first signing of this transfer window, the move for the Portuguese midfielder is expected to progress quickly.

BARCA 'OPTIMISTIC' ON DEMBELE DEAL
Barcelona are 'optimistic' in sealing the signature of Ousmane Dembele to a new two-year contract at the club, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

The France international's prior deal at the Nou Camp expired last week and he has been linked to a number of Europe's top clubs, but appears to be staying at Barca

Dembele was a creative force in La Liga last season, recording 13 assists from 9.14 expected assists (xA) despite limited action, averaging 0.57 xA per 95 minutes.

Ousmane Dembele stats
UNITED INSIST RONALDO IS NOT FOR SALE
Manchester United are adamant Cristiano Ronaldo is not for sale despite the frustrated star reportedly asking the club to leave if an acceptable offer arrives.

Ronaldo has reportedly asked to be allowed to leave if a satisfactory offer arrives, but it is understood a senior United source has indicated that the forward is not for sale.

The stance was the same last weekend when it emerged that agent Jorge Mendes had discussed his client in a meeting with new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly.

Ronaldo has one year remaining on the deal he signed last summer and new United boss Erik ten Hag has expressed his excitement at working with the record-breaking Portugal international.

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SPURS HIRE PERFORMANCE DIRECTOR
Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of former Iceland international Gretar Steinsson as the club’s new performance director.

The 40-year-old former defender, had a spell in the Premier League with Bolton and also played for Dutch club AZ Alkmaar.

Tottenham have been busy strengthening Antonio Conte’s squad for next season, with Richarlison signed from Everton in a £60million deal.

The Brazilian forward follows goalkeeper Fraser Forster, veteran Croatia international Ivan Perisic and Yves Bissouma into the north London club.

RONALDO WANTS UCL FOOTBALL?
Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly urged Manchester United to accept a suitable offer for him this summer, as he wants to continue playing Champions League football.

Bayern, Chelsea and Roma are all those linked with a move for the Portuguese international, 37, who scored 24 goals in all competitions last season.

Full story here, including latest odds


BOWYER LEAVES BLUES
Birmingham manager Lee Bowyer
Lee Bowyer: Sacked as Birmingham manager
Birmingham have parted company with manager Lee Bowyer amid uncertainty regarding a proposed takeover at St Andrew’s.

Bowyer was in charge for 16 months, steering the club to safety after his appointment in March 2020 and then guiding them to 20th place in the Sky Bet Championship last term.

Former QPR assistant John Eustace is reportedly in line to replace him.

Full story here

NEW DEAL FOR DAVIES AT SHEFF UNITED
Wales goalkeeper Adam Davies has signed a new two-year deal at Sheffield United.

Davies, 29, joined from Stoke in January but has yet to make a senior appearance for the club, with Wes Foderingham the number one at Bramall Lane.

“We are pleased that Davo has decided to extend his stay with us,” Blades boss Paul Heckingbottom told the club website.

“He could have gone to other Championship clubs, but he made it clear he saw his future here.

“Davo re-signing means we have two really experienced goalkeepers on the books for next season and we feel that is vitally important at this level.”

Davies won his fourth Wales cap against the Netherlands in the Nations League last month and is set to be part of Robert Page’s World Cup squad in Qatar later this year.

Fellow Blades goalkeeper Jake Eastwood has also agreed fresh terms on a two-year contract, with the 25-year-old expected to be loaned out for first-team experience.

TARKOWSKI IS A TOFFEE
Everton have made their first signing of the summer with former Burnley defender James Tarkowski joining on a free transfer.

The 29-year-old’s arrival had been anticipated after his contract at Turf Moor expired on Thursday, and he has now signed a four-year deal at Goodison Park.

“I’m excited to have joined Everton,” said the twice-capped England defender.

“It’s a massive club. I’m really looking forward to the years ahead and I’m thankful for the opportunity that I’ve been given.”

Manchester-born Tarkowski spent the last six seasons at Burnley, forming a strong partnership with Ben Mee, and he had been frequently linked with a move away prior to the Clarets’ relegation at the end of last season.

Everton director of football Kevin Thelwell said: “We are delighted to welcome a player of James’ quality to Everton and believe he will be an excellent addition to our squad.

“The statistics show that James has consistently been one of the Premier League’s most reliable defenders in recent years. Added to his playing attributes, his excellent leadership skills and experience will be a huge benefit, too.”


WATFORD STRIKE-A-DEAL
Sky Bet Championship Watford have signed Ivory Coast striker Vakoun Bayo on a five-year deal from Charleroi.

The 25-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at the Belgian club, where he scored 11 goals in 16 matches, before they activated a deal to sign him permanently.

Bayo, who is nicknamed ‘The Crow’, played in Tunisia and Slovakia before joining Celtic in January 2019.

He made just 17 appearances for Celtic and spent the 2020/21 season on loan at Toulouse before moving to Gent and then Charleroi in December.


MAN UNITED LEAD LISANDRO RACE
Erik ten Hag's Manchester United are reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign Argentinian centre-back Lisandro Martinez from Ajax.

Arsenal are also interested, but it is claimed that Martinez is keen on a reunion with his former boss and the Old Trafford club have submitted their first offer to the Eredivisie side, who are holding out for £41m.


FOREST SIGNING
Premier League newcomers Nottingham Forest have completed their second signing of the summer, with goalkeeper Dean Henderson joining on loan from Manchester United.

The England international, 25, played second fiddle to David De Gea at Old Trafford last term, making just three United appearances across all competitions.

The goalkeeper has now joined promoted Forest in search of regular first-team football, having flourished between the sticks during previous loan spells at Sheffield United between 2018 and 2020.

The agreement does not include an option to buy and Henderson cannot play against United as part of the terms.


DONE DEAL!
Inter Milan have completed the signing of former Manchester United and Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan

The 33-year-old Armenian has agreed a two-year contract and joins on a free after leaving Roma.


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Ousmane Dembele's growing list of options after leaving Barcelona
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NEWCASTLE SIGN DEFENDER BOTMAN
Newcastle have completed the signing of Dutch defender Sven Botman from Lille for an undisclosed fee.

The Magpies had announced on Tuesday they had agreed a deal in principle for the 22-year-old centre-back, who has now completed the formalities of a deal worth a reported £35million, signing a five-year contract.

Botman becomes the club’s third signing of the summer following the permanent deal for Matt Targett and the arrival of goalkeeper Nick Pope.

JOHNSON SIGNS FOUR-YEAR FOREST DEAL
Wales international Brennan Johnson has signed a new four-year contract with Premier League newcomers Nottingham Forest.

Johnson, 21, scored 19 goals for Forest last season to help them earn promotion via the play-offs and reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, and then went on to help Wales reach their first World Cup finals in 64 years as he bagged his first international goal against Belgium last month.

Brennan Johnson's shot map
DERBY OUT OF ADMINISTRATION AFTER TAKEOVER
Derby’s future has been secured after Clowes Developments completed their takeover at Pride Park, the club’s joint administrators have announced.

Quantuma have confirmed the deal has been finalised for an undisclosed fee and the Rams have finally exited administration in time for the 2022/23 season.

Read more here
KOMPANY SIGNS CITY YOUNGSTERS
New Burnley manager Vincent Kompany has returned to former club Manchester City to sign under-23 captain CJ Egan-Riley on a permanent deal and fellow defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis on a season-long loan.

Nineteen-year-old Egan-Riley, who has agreed a four-year deal, made Premier League, Champions League and Carabao Cup debuts last season and has represented England at every level from Under-15s to Under-19s.

England Under-21 international Harwood-Bellis had a loan spell under Kompany at Anderlecht last season.

GUENDOUZI LEAVES ARSENAL FOR MARSEILLE
France international midfielder Matteo Guendouzi has completed his move to Marseille, Arsenal have announced.

The 23-year-old spent last season on loan at the Stade Velodrome and, as part of that deal, Marseille had the option to make the move permanent this summer.

SALAH SIGNS NEW LIVERPOOL DEAL
Mohamed Salah has signed a new three-year contract which will keep him at Liverpool until 2025.

The Egypt international had entered the final year of his existing deal and negotiations over extending his stay had been taking place for most of last season.

There had been a stumbling block over the 30-year-old’s wage demands, but a delegation flew out to meet with the player, who is still currently on holiday in the Mediterranean, and came to an agreement which makes the forward the highest-paid player in the club’s history.

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TURKEY MIDFIELDER TUFAN JOINS HULL
Hull have announced the signing of Ozan Tufan from Turkish side Fenerbahce, subject to obtaining a work permit.

The 27-year-old midfielder, who has played for Turkey on 65 occasions and scored nine times, has signed a three-year contract which includes a club option of a further 12 months.

JOHNSTONE JOINS PALACE
Crystal Palace have completed the signing of goalkeeper Sam Johnstone following the expiration of his contract at West Brom.

The 29-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the Premier League club.

Palace Chairman Steve Parish said: "Sam is a player that we have admired for some time, and we are extremely pleased to welcome him to Crystal Palace.

"His extensive experience at club and international level, alongside his outstanding ability, will add even greater depth to our goalkeeping unit."

KELLY SIGNS FOR WEST HAM
West Ham have confirmed the signing of Patrick Kelly from Northern Ireland side Colerain.

The 17-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the Premier League club and will initially link up with the development squad.

NO LONG-ER A SAINT
Southampton have confirmed that Shane Long has left the Premier League club following the conclusion of his contract.

The 35-year-old made 243 appearances for the club - scoring 37 goals and assisting a further 27.

In a statement, the Saints said: "Everyone at Southampton Football Club would like to express their gratitude to Shane for his incredible dedication and service throughout his time at St Mary’s, and we wish him well for the future."

PHILLIPS IN FOR CITY MEDICAL
Could we see another announcement from Manchester City today?

England midfielder Kalvin Phillips is undergoing his medical at the club ahead of a move from Leeds.

The fee is reported to be around the £50m mark as Pep Guardiola looks to replace Fernandinho - who departed following the end of his contract.

ORTEGA MAKES CITY SWITCH
Manchester City have signed Arminia Bielefeld goalkeeper Stefan Ortega on a three-year deal.

The 29-year-old joins the Premier League champions as back-up to Ederson after his deal expired with the recently relegated Bundesliga side.

United States international Zack Steffen was number two last season but is reportedly set to join Middlesbrough on loan.

Ortega is City’s second summer signing following star striker Erling Haaland’s high-profile arrival from Borussia Dortmund.

EGAN-RILEY JOINS BURNLEY
New Burnley manager Vincent Kompany has returned to former club Manchester City to sign under-23 captain CJ Egan-Riley.

The 19-year-old defender, who has agreed a four-year deal, made Premier League, Champions League and Carabao Cup debuts last season and is Kompany’s third signing since being confirmed as Sean Dyche’s successor last month.

“CJ is a player we have been watching closely for a long time. He is a promising and talented footballer with an excellent mindset and attitude,” said the Clarets boss.

“CJ has shown a real hunger and he wants to learn and succeed at Burnley. He fits perfectly into our culture and he is a fantastic addition to our squad.”

CHELSEA BOOSTED IN DE LIGT CHASE
Thomas Tuchel’s ability to coax the best out of defenders is central to Chelsea’s pursuit of Juventus’ Matthijs de Ligt, according to the PA news agency.

Chelsea are thought to have been encouraged to continue negotiations with Juventus due to the Netherlands defender’s admiration for Blues boss Tuchel.

De Ligt is understood to be keen to work under Tuchel, having seen how the German coach helped the likes of Toni Rudiger thrive at Chelsea.

The Blues have emerged as favourites to sign De Ligt should the 22-year-old leave Juventus this summer, with the Old Lady hierarchy accepting his desire for a new challenge.

Chelsea are reported to be ready to include either Christian Pulisic or Timo Werner in their bid package for De Ligt, with talks with Juventus expected to continue.

SPURS CONFIRM RICHARLISON SIGNING
Tottenham have completed the £60million signing of Richarlison from Everton.

The 25-year-old Brazil forward has signed a five-year deal at Spurs, moving to London after four years at Goodison Park.

Richarlison has now become Tottenham’s fourth summer signing, following Fraser Forster, Ivan Perisic and Yves Bissouma into the north London club.

Tottenham are expected to continue pushing for new recruits, with moves for Middlesbrough’s Djed Spence and Barcelona’s Clement Lenglet both mooted.

Spurs are understood to have fended off competition from both Arsenal and Chelsea to complete the high-profile deal for Richarlison.

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FOREST IN FOR TERRIERS' TOFFOLO
Nottingham Forest intend to heap more misery on beaten Sky Bet Championship play-off finalists Huddersfield Town by pinching full-back Harry Toffolo from the Terriers.

The 26-year-old has just a year left on his contract at the John Smith's Stadium.

And Forest, who pipped the Terriers to promotion to the Premier League at Wembley in May, hope that will convince Huddersfield to sell rather than risk losing him for nothing next summer.

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Cristiano Ronaldo, Paulo Dybala, Frenkie de Jong
By Sporting Life
08:11 · MON July 04, 2022

Manchester United have reportedly made contact with Paulo Dybala's agent as Erik ten Hag looks to bolster his attacking options this summer (Daily Mirror).

That's due to Cristiano Ronaldo wanting out - according to reports over the weekend - but he has been told by the club that he must be on their pre-season tour this week (Daily Mirror).

Napoli, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain have all been made aware of Ronaldo's plan to leave (Daily Mirror).

However, Chelsea are at the front of the queue to offer Cristiano Ronaldo Champions League football (The Sun).

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One good bit of news for United fans is that they are closing in on the signing of midfielder Frenkie de Jong after an initial transfer fee was agreed with Barcelona, and the Catalan club have their eyes on a direct replacement (Daily Mirror).

Another potential incoming is Serge Gnabry, with both Manchester City and United reportedly interested in signing the Bayern Munich winger in a £35m deal this summer (The Sun).

Alex Telles is reportedly set to be sold by Manchester United after his bust-up with starlet Hannibal Mejbri in May (The Sun).

The club are apparently ready to use Telles and Eric Bailly in a swap deal to land Pau Torres (Daily Express).

A player who left Old Trafford this summer is Jesse Lingard, who may only join Everton as a last resort despite optimism of his capture within Goodison Park (The Sun).

Arsenal have reportedly held talks with the agent of Lille youngster Amadou Onana as sporting director Edu scouts out midfield alternatives to Youri Tielemans Daily Express).

The latest updates in our transfer blog
Newcastle are still hopeful they can sign Jesse Lingard this summer despite the former Manchester United star holding talks with both Tottenham and Everton (Daily Express).

Eddie Howe's club have reportedly entered the race to sign Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans (Daily Mirror).

The Toon are also preparing new contract talks with Callum Wilson in a move to secure the striker's long-term future (Daily Mirror).

Arsenal are ready to raise their current £38m offer for Lisandro Martinez as they compete with Manchester United to sign the Ajax defender (Daily Mail).

The Gunners have reportedly held talks with the agent of Lille youngster Amadou Onana as sporting director Edu scouts out midfield alternatives to Youri Tielemans (Daily Express).

Todd Boehly is interested in making a statement buy shortly after becoming the new Chelsea owner, and signing Neymar could become a real possibility (Daily Express).

Raheem Sterling is closing in on a switch to Chelsea with Thomas Tuchel's side holding fresh talks with Manchester City (The Sun).

The done deals from the summer transfer window
Leeds United have opened talks over a £12m deal for RB Leipzig midfielder Tyler Adams (Daily Mail).

Crystal Palace have entered the race for Wolves midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White, who has attracted interest from Southampton and Nottingham Forest (Daily Mail).

Palace manager Patrick Vieira also wants to sign Dwight McNeil from Burnley, but West Ham also admire the 22-year-old, with the Clarets likely to want more than £10m for the midfielder (The Sun).

Former Rangers winger Jordan Jones could be set to make a return to Scottish football, with Kilmarnock keen to take him on loan from Wigan (Scottish Sun).

Schalke sporting director Rouven Schroder has confessed the Bundesliga club are open to bids for Celtic-linked defender Malick Thiaw this summer (Daily Record).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lisandro Martinez, Hakim Ziyech
By Sporting Life
08:02 · TUE July 05, 2022

Cristiano Ronaldo could possibly join forces with Lionel Messi at PSG after asking Manchester United for a transfer during this summer window (Daily Mirror). He was pictured in Lisbon yesterday, at Portugal's national training ground (The Sun).

Chelsea are considering a move for the 37-year-old but it is unsure whether Thomas Tuchel is keen on signing Ronaldo (The Guardian).

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In non-Ronaldo news, Lisandro Martinez wants Ajax to grant him his wish to move to the Premier League. Both Arsenal and Manchester United are desperate for his signature (Daily Mirror).

It is understood that Martinez is "very open" to signing for the Gunners. They could need the centre-back as Juventus are considering Gabriel as a potential replacement for Matthijs de Ligt, who is targeted by Chelsea (The Sun).

The latest updates in our transfer blog
Monchi has provided an update on Jules Kounde. Amid interest from Chelsea, Sevilla's director of football confirmed there is interest from the Premier League but claims Barcelona manager Xavi is a fan (Daily Mirror).

Timo Werner, Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech are all at risk of being ousted at Chelsea (Daily Mail). AC Milan are working on a deal to sign Ziyech (The Athletic).

Brentford are hopeful that Aaron Hickey will sign a long-term contract with the club soon, a move from Italian side Bologna (The Athletic).

The done deals from the summer transfer window
Until PAOK bring in a replacement, Rangers' wait for Antonio Colak will continue to rumble on (Daily Record).

Rangers did bring in 16-year-old Zak Lovelace, however. Millwall say they are "saddened and disappointed" by his decision to join the Scottish side on a free transfer, but hold no grudges (Daily Record).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Matthijs de Ligt, Moussa Diaby, Mauricio Pochettino
By Sporting Life
09:40 · WED July 06, 2022

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Mauricio Pochettino is looking for a Premier League return after his Paris Saint-Germain sacking (The Sun).

Everton have entered the race very late to rival Nottingham Forest for the signing of Wolves midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White (The Athletic).

Juventus are hoping to receive a £75m fee for Matthijs de Ligt as Chelsea aim to beat Bayern Munich to the signing of the Dutchman (The Times).

Newcastle's interest in Bayern Leverkusen forward Moussa Diaby is being frustrated by the German club's insistence they will not consider bids of less than £60m for the France international (Daily Telegraph).

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Joe Aribo looks to be edging closer to a Rangers exit after Ibrox chiefs reportedly entered talks with Southampton over a move (Daily Record).

Joan Laporta claims a number of clubs want Frenkie de Jong - but insists Barcelona have "no intention" of selling the Manchester United target (The Sun).

Monaco are in talks with Leicester over a loan move for Boubakary Soumare (The Athletic).

Tottenham new signing Richarlison has been given the No 9 shirt at the north London club (Daily Mail).

The latest updates in our transfer blog
Erik ten Hag wants Cristiano Ronaldo's Manchester United future to be resolved quickly - before it turns into a full-blown saga (The Sun).

Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira has agreed to move to Fulham in a £10m deal - an initial £8m with £2m in add-ons and a 20 per cent sell-on clause (Daily Mail).

Ismaila Sarr, Emmanuel Dennis, Danny Rose and Adam Masina will miss Watford's Austria training camp with all four wanting a route out of the club (The Athletic).

Nottingham Forest are in talks with Bayern Munich over a €10million deal for left-back Omar Richards (The Times).

The done deals from the summer transfer window
Ajax have offered £28m for Tottenham winger Steven Bergwijn after talks between Daniel Levy and Edwin van der Sar (Daily Mail).

Chelsea want versatile Bayern Munich full-back Benjamin Pavard (The Mirror).

Fulham have agreed to sign Shakhtar Donetsk winger Manor Solomon on loan and the 22-year-old winger is now set to arrive in London on Tuesday to finalise the deal (Daily Mail).

Andy Murray turned his hand to coaching at the All England Club on Tuesday morning, giving a lesson to an American financier who outbid the competition at an auction (Daily Mail).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Cristiano Ronaldo, Jesse Lingard, Neco Williams
By Sporting Life
07:49 · THU July 07, 2022Thursday's transfer gossip and rumours in the world of football, including the future of Cristiano Ronaldo, who is still missing from Manchester United's pre-season.


Manchester United still have no clue when superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will return to the club for pre-season (The Times).

It is being reported that Arsenal are looking to offload seven more players, including record signing Nicolas Pepe and former first choice 'keeper Bernd Leno, to finance further moves in the transfer market this summer (The Sun).

Nottingham Forest are close to completing the £16m signing of Liverpool and Wales full-back Neco Williams (Daily Telegraph).

Jesse Lingard is set to fly out to the USA for talks over a potential move to the MLS, with a couple of clubs interested in the now former Manchester United forward (Daily Mirror).

Manchester United have made a £51m offer to Ajax for winger Antony but are reported to be around £20m short of the Dutch club's asking price (Daily Mail).

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Juventus are struggling to find buyers for striker Moise Kean and midfielders Adrien Rabiot, Aaron Ramsey and Arthur Melo (Daily Star).

Rangers are looking to sign Genk winger Theo Bongonda who could be available for just £6m as he enters the final year of his contract (Daily Record).

Frank Lampard's Everton are set to offer Anthony Gordon a lucrative new contract to stop any interest from Premier League rivals Newcastle in their top young talent (The Times).

Chelsea are ready to open contract talks with key midfielder Jorginho and his priority is reported to be staying at Stamford Bridge (The Sun).

Benfica full-back Alex Grimaldo remains on Arsenal's radar and could be available for a cut-price £6m with his contract winding down (The Sun).

Tottenham are hoping to wrap up their deal for Middlesbrough wing-back Djed Spence by this weekend so he can join the squad on their pre-season tour (Daily Telegraph).

The latest updates in our transfer blog
Ayoze Perez is open to leaving Leicester this summer but hopes of a move to Real Betis are being stalled by the Spanish club's need to sell players first (Daily Mirror).

Chelsea wing-back Marcos Alonso is considering handing in a transfer as the club continue to block the move he wants to Barcelona (Daily Express).

Arsenal are ready to step up their interest in Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans, with the club confident that £30m will be enough to secure the Belgium international's signature (The Sun).

Frenkie de Jong's possible move to Manchester United is being further complicated by £17m in deferred wage debt stemming from the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic (Daily Telegraph).

Chelsea are readying an offer worth around £43m for Sporting Lisbon star Matheus Nunes according to reports in Portugal (Daily Mirror).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Matthijs de Ligt, Antony, Cristiano Ronaldo
By Sporting Life
07:21 · FRI July 08, 2022

Chelsea are in advanced talks with Manchester City over a deal to bring central defender Nathan Ake back to the club (The Times).

Manchester United are edging closer to the double signing of Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez and winger Antony with both players keen on the move to Old Trafford (Daily Express).

Naby Keita and Diogo Jota are next in line for new Liverpool contracts after Joe Gomez secured his Anfield future on Thursday (Daily Mirror).

Matthijs de Ligt has placed talks with Chelsea on hold, according to reports, as he waits for an official offer to come in from his preferred destination Bayern Munich (The Sun)

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Monaco's Wissam Ben Yedder has emerged as a serious contender to replace Cristiano Ronaldo should the Manchester United forward leave the club for a second time this summer (The Sun).

Chelsea are set to open talks with Reece James over a new contract amid interest in the England defender from Real Madrid and Manchester City (The Sun).

Manchester United have joined Ajax in the race to sign striker Brian Brobbey from RB Leipzig (Daily Mirror).

Arsenal have reportedly made an offer for Lille and Kosovo winger Edon Zhegrova, a player being dubbed as the "new Eden Hazard" (The Sun).

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is "pushing" the club's new owners to pull out the stops and sign PSG defender Presnel Kimpembe for a fee of just over £50m (The Sun).

Wolves forward Fabio Silva is set to joins Belgian club Anderlecht on a season-long loan (Daily Mail).

Barcelona are waiting on a response from Bayern Munich after making a reported £34m offer for striker Robert Lewandowski (The Sun).

Chelsea have emerged as serious rivals to Manchester United in the race for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong and are willing to include Marcos Alonso and Cesar Azpilicueta in a more complex swap deal (Daily Mail)

Rangers are set to make a move for Wales international Tom Lawrence, who is a free agent after leaving Derby County (The Scottish Sun)

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Frenkie de Jong, Raphinha, Marc Cucurella
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09:43 · SUN July 10, 2022

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong has 'totally ruled out' a summer transfer to Manchester United with a list of 10 reasons not to join the club, according to reports in Spain (Sunday Mirror).

One incoming at Old Trafford though, as they are closing in on signing free agent Thomas Strakosha to replace Dean Henderson, according to reports (Sun on Sunday).

Ajax have told United that they must raise their offer again in order to agree a deal for Lisandro Martinez, according to reports (Sunday Express).

More reports linking Ajax and United, as RB Leipzig forward Brian Brobbey has already hinted at a desire to follow Erik ten Hag to United after impressing while on loan at the Eredivisie club over the course of last season (Sunday Express).

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Lucas Torreira appears to be part of Mikel Arteta's plans at Arsenal as he has been called up to the club's pre-season tour of the USA (Sunday Mirror).

The Gunners could be looking to bolster their midfield ranks, after Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta refused to rule out a transfer move for Youri Tielemans (Sun on Sunday).

Leeds forward Raphinha has given Barcelona 48 hours to finalise a deal as Chelsea look to pounce and seal his transfer (Sun on Sunday).

Should Raphinha leave, Leeds are expected to make one more big money move, but Serie A giants AC Milan are advancing in talks for Elland Road target Charles de Ketelaere from Bruges (Mail on Sunday).

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With one winger looking like they are on the way out at Elland Road, Newcastle are weighing up a bid for Leeds' Jack Harrison (Mail on Sunday).

Chelsea could well benefit should Juventus centre-back Matthijs de Ligt snub a move to Stamford Bridge in favour of Bayern Munich this summer as the Blues have reportedly been informed of Dayot Upamecano's potential availability (Sunday Express).

Over to Manchester City, and Brighton chairman Tony Bloom has revealed that no bids have been received for star defender Marc Cucurella (Mail on Sunday).

Villarreal midfielder Arnaut Danjuma has rejected the chance to join West Ham this summer (Mail on Sunday).

Celtic have made a bid of around £125,000 for St Mirren kid Dylan Reid (Scottish Sun).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Alexander Isak, Kalidou Koulibaly, Lisandro Martinez
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08:58 · WED July 13, 2022

Newcastle's hierarchy have unanimously agreed that Alexander Isak would be an ideal signing to boost their attack but would need to spend almost their entire remaining transfer budget to sign the Sweden international (Daily Telegraph).

Newcastle have also reportedly placed Espanyol striker Raul de Tomas on their striker shortlist (Daily Express).

Chelsea have made a move to sign Kalidou Koulibaly and could still try to add Presnel Kimpbembe to Thomas Tuchel's defensive options (Daily Telegraph).

Raheem Sterling is jetting out to join his new Chelsea team-mates as Thomas Tuchel steps up his bid to land Koulibaly (Daily Mirror).

A potential outgoing at Stamford Bridge? Jorginho has cast doubt over his future, despite expressing his love for the club (The Sun).

West Ham are still interested in Chelsea striker Armando Broja despite their enquiry for Sassuolo target man Gianluca Scamacca (Daily Mail).

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Over to Manchester United, who will meet with Ajax on Wednesday as their move for defender Lisandro Martinez reaches a key stage (Daily Express).

United are also reportedly interested in a transfer for Kyle Walker-Peters, with Arsenal battling for his signature (The Sun).

Manchester United's wantaway star Cristiano Ronaldo was offered to Paris Saint-Germain but they rejected him, reports suggest (The Sun).

Neymar's hopes of leaving the French giants appear to be over after clubs including Chelsea and Manchester United were told of his estimated £35m yearly wage (The Independent).

Antonio Conte hinted Tottenham are ready to carry on spending as they bid to fight on four fronts this season (The Sun).

That has led to them remaining keen on bringing Barcelona forward Memphis Depay back to the Premier League but it appears the former Manchester United man would rather battle for his place at the Nou Camp (Daily Star).

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Raphinha is close to getting the move he wanted from Leeds to Barcelona after the Catalan club submitted a €58m (£49m) offer that could rise to €68m with add-ons (The Guardian).

Steve Cooper is close to making his seventh summer signing at Nottingham Forest with the £10m capture of Lewis O'Brien, the Huddersfield midfielder (Daily Telegraph).

Jose Mourinho has admitted he is "a bit frustrated" with Roma's lack of activity in the summer transfer window (Daily Mirror).

Everton are considering whether to make a further offer to Wolves for midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White after their initial £25m bid was rejected, while Crystal Palace, Southampton and Nottingham Forest are also monitoring his situation (Daily Mail).

Cardiff are set to complete a deal to bring former Liverpool forward Sheyi Ojo to the club (Daily Mail).

Lucas Paqueta has yet to hold any negotiations with Arsenal but would be open to a Premier League switch (Daily Express).

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Transfer rumours and football gossip: Lisandro Martinez, Edinson Cavani, Lucas Paqueta
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07:31 · THU July 14, 2022

Manchester United are now on red alert as it is being reported that Ajax have accepted defeat in their bid to stop Lisandro Martinez from leaving the club but want £46m (The Times).

Former Manchester United and PSG striker Edinson Cavani is in discussions with Serie A club Monza as he could make a surprise transfer having previously sought a move to Spain (Daily Mail).

Arsenal have admitted defeat on a move for Houssem Aouar, but one of his Lyon team-mates is of interest this summer. The Gunners along with Newcastle and Roma are all chasing Lyon player Lucas Paqueta (Daily Mirror).

Barcelona are willing to include Memphis Depay or Sergino Dest in a deal to sign Chelsea target Jules Kounde from Sevilla (Daily Express).

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Barcelona manager Xavi is reportedly planning to offload as many as seven more players during the summer transfer window including Neto, Samuel Umtiti, Martin Braithwaite and Memphis Depay (Daily Mirror).

Mike Dean says fans should be able to listen to referees and VARs debating decisions and thinks the change will come in the near future (The Times).

A number of players face being forced into coronavirus quarantine upon arrival at this year's World Cup in Qatar over their refusal to get vaccinated against the disease (The Telegraph).

Burnley have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Netherlands U21 international Ian Maatsen on a season-long loan (The Athletic).

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Crystal Palace have sent a depleted squad on their pre-season tour with a number of un-jabbed players denied entry into Singapore (The Sun).

French wonderkid Edouard Michut is the latest name to be linked with a move to the Scottish Premiership. Celtic are interested (Scottish Sun).