Transfer news and rumours LIVE: Man City plotting move for Sergi Roberto

James Rodriguez's agent, Jorge Mendes, is pushing for his client to join Manchester United, according to <a href="https://www.las2orillas.co/triste-si-james-se-va-al-manchester-united-tambien-chupara-banca/" target="_blank">Las 2 Orillas</a>. It is claimed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is not keen on the Colombia internationao, who finds himself frozen out at Real Madrid.

James' agent pushing for Man Utd move

Southampton are leading the hunt for Schalke midfielder Weston McKennie, reports <a href="https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1316803/Southampton-transfer-news-Weston-McKennie-Pierre-Emile-Hojbjerg-Tottenham" target="_blank">Express Sport</a>. The United States international has opened the door for a move to the Premier League, but needs Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg to complete a switch to Tottenham before the Saints can make a move.

Southampton lead the race for McKennie

Manchester City are plotting a move for Barcelona defender Sergi Roberto, according to <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/manchester-city-pushing-for-barcelona-right-back-sergi-roberto-8061180" target="_blank">Sport</a>. The Blaugrana would prefer to keep Roberto and move Nelson Semedo on this summer, but those at the Etihad Stadium are prepared to spend big on a versatile Spain international.

Man City plotting move for Sergi Roberto

Paris Saint-Germain are eager to sign Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich,&nbsp;<a href="https://le10sport.com/football/mercato/exclu-mercato-le-psg-degaine-pour-thiago-alcantara-bayern-munich-513097" target="_blank">Le 10 Sport</a>&nbsp;says. The Bundesliga champions have confirmed the Spanish midfielder will leave after he rejected a contract extension, but they are demanding around €30 million for him. PSG are plotting a summer bid for him and are willing to match that fee to bring him to the French capital.

PSG ready €30m Thiago offer

French giants' bid will match Bayern's asking price

Inter have ramped up talks to sign Tottenham midfielder Tanguy Ndombele by offering central defender Milan Skriniar in return. According to <a href="https://gianlucadimarzio.com/en/inter-working-on-potential-skriniar-ndombele-swap-with-spurs" target="_blank">Di Marzio</a>, Inter are prepared to part ways with the Slovakian in order to help sign Ndombele, who has been on the outer at Spurs since Jose Mourinho's arrival.

Inter keen on swapping Skriniar for Spurs outcast Ndombele

The French international could be heading to the San Siro, with the Slovakian moving in the opposite direction

Juventus have won the battle to sign Wolves striker Raul Jimenez ahead of Manchester United, reports Spanish publication <a href="https://as.com/futbol/2020/07/30/internacional/1596126691_516444.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&amp;m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&amp;m3=Mw%3D%3D&amp;m4=bm9ybWFs&amp;m5=MjI%3D" target="_blank">AS</a>. The 29-year-old has been consistently linked with a move to Old Trafford, but is set to choose the Serie A champions instead. Jimenez has scored 27 goals for Wolves in all competitions this season.

Juve beat Man Utd to Jimenez

The Red Devils are set to lose out to Juve

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Eddie Howe has left <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/afcb?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#afcb</a> by mutual consent. It's been an unbelievable journey, thank you so much for the memories Eddie ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/SCVnCkbSpy">https://t.co/SCVnCkbSpy</a>— AFC Bournemouth (@afcbournemouth) <a href="https://twitter.com/afcbournemouth/status/1289652262747246594?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Howe leaves Bournemouth after relegation

Watford are in talks with Udinese's Luca Gotti to make the Italian their new manager, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/12040636/luca-gotti-watford-in-talks-with-udinese-caretaker-boss-as-manager-hunt-continues" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a>&nbsp; The Hornets job is currently vacant after Nigel Pearson was sacked towards the end of the 2019-20 season.

Gotti lined up as next Watford boss

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang refused to be drawn on his future after netting a match-winning brace for Arsenal in the&nbsp;FA Cup&nbsp;final. The Gabonese striker underlined his value to the Gunners cause with&nbsp;two goals against Chelsea on Saturday. Mikel Arteta’s side have continued to look to their captain for inspiration throughout the uncertainty surrounding his contract situation. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/aubameyang-avoids-future-question-but-arteta-optimistic-arsenals-/13dw9k266nt5r1e36elv0mfw69" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

Aubameyang avoids future question but Arteta optimistic Arsenal hero will stay

Newcastle United are considering a move for Sassuolo star Rogerio, reports&nbsp;<a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11678/12040638/rogerio-newcastle-interested-in-sassuolos-brazilian-left-back" target="_blank">Sky Sports</a>.&nbsp; The Brazilian full-back has become a fixture in the Serie A side's first team since joining from Juventus, making 65 appearances in total.

Newcastle interested in Sassuolo's Rogerio

Barcelona&nbsp;should be making a new contract for Marc-Andre ter Stegen “one of their priorities this summer”, says Bojan Krkic, with the Liga giants told their German goalkeeper is deserving of a lucrative deal. Discussions regarding fresh terms have been held between those at Camp Nou and their first-choice shot-stopper. Talks were, however, put on hold&nbsp;during a coronavirus-enforced break and no agreement has been reached as yet. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-prioritising-ter-stegen-contract-lucrative-deal/1lqwsda876vt71p16a0iwfqs6q" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

‘Barcelona should be prioritising Ter Stegen contract’

Raul Jimenez may be generating talk of interest from the likes of&nbsp;Manchester United&nbsp;and&nbsp;Juventus, but&nbsp;Wolves&nbsp;legend Steve Bull&nbsp;sees no reason for the Mexican to push for a move. Bull told the Express and Star: “It would take something special for him to leave, but why go when Jimenez has everything at Molineux?" <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/why-would-jimenez-want-man-utd-juventus-move-wolves-bull/1kahvf6z9dblh1f1gtevukvb3b" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

‘Why would Jimenez want Man Utd or Juventus move?’

KAA Gent left-back Milad Mohammadi has emerged as a target for Leeds, according to <a href="https://www.footballinsider247.com/exclusive-leeds-plot-raid-to-sign-25-cap-defender-from-euro-runners-up-6-3m-may-seal-deal/" target="_blank">Football Insider</a>. The Whites are looking to bolster their ranks ahead of a return to the Premier League in 2020-21.

Leeds looking to land Mohammadi

Jordan Henderson claims leaving&nbsp;Liverpool&nbsp;never crossed his mind during&nbsp;a testing start to his spell at Anfield, with the Premier League title winner always determined to “prove people wrong”. The Reds skipper has told the Liverpool Echo: "Obviously, it wasn’t always easy at the start of my Liverpool career and although a lot’s been made of it, it was never really an option for me to leave." <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/henderson-never-considered-leaving-liverpool-prove-people/1fi38td15up9j1edyenvc14rbj" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Henderson never considered leaving Liverpool

Inter forward Lautaro Martinez is waiting on Barcelona to formalise their interest in securing his signature. The Liga giants have been heavily linked with the Argentina international and <a href="https://www.sport.es/en/news/barca/lautaro-martinez-is-waiting-for-barca-to-make-their-move-for-him-8060372" target="_blank">Sport</a> claims that the South American is keeping the door open for a move to Camp Nou to be made.

Lautaro waiting on Barcelona approach

Juventus remain keen on Roma star Nicola Zaniolo, claims <a href="https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/calciomercato/2020/08/01-72363427/juve-zaniolo_ecco_perch_paratici_insiste_ma_la_roma_resiste/" target="_blank">Tuttosport</a>. Maurizio Sarri wants to land another goal-scoring midfielder and could launch a raid on a Serie A rival.

Juve still keen on Zaniolo

Eduardo Camavinga will wait on a dream move to Real Madrid rather than join another club, claims <a href="https://www.marca.com/en/football/real-madrid/2020/08/01/5f255a1c46163fd0548b45ab.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>. The Rennes midfielder is one of European football's most promising young talents and has registered on the Blancos' radar for some time.

Camavinga to wait on Real Madrid

Emiliano Martinez can expect to attract interest from Premier League suitors this summer, claims Ray Parlour, with the Argentine goalkeeper needing to decide whether he would be happy slipping back into a No.2 berth at Arsenal. The South American earned an unexpected opportunity to impress&nbsp;when Bernd Leno suffered an unfortunate injury at&nbsp;Brighton&nbsp;shortly after the Premier League restart. Martinez, who had&nbsp;previously made only six Premier League appearances across nine years with Arsenal, was asked to step in and provide cover between the sticks. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/will-martinez-accept-arsenals-no2-parlour-premier-league/1ogxg1desm0h01s93lt07nz2zv" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

‘Will Martinez accept being Arsenal’s No.2?’ – Parlour expects Premier League interest in keeper

Barcelona are looking to engineer a second swap deal with Juventus, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sport.es/es/noticias/barca/planea-el-barsa-otro-intercambio-con-la-juventus-pero-ahora-saldria-a-pagar-8061427" target="_blank">Sport</a>.&nbsp; The start of the transfer window saw Arthur sold to the Serie A champions, with Miralem Pjanic set to move the other way.&nbsp; And a similar deal is now on the table involving Ivan Rakitic and Rodrigo Bentancur.

Barcelona plan new Juventus swap

Agent Kia Joorabchian has added Real Madrid defender Sergio Reguilon to his stable of clients, reports the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/joorabchian-real-madrid-everton-transfer-22453660" target="_blank">Mirror</a>.&nbsp; The 23-year-old has been tipped to move away from the Bernabeu this summer, with Everton among the front-runners for his signature.

Joorabchian signs Everton target Reguilon

Allowing Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s contract to run down is “typical Arsenal”, says Jermaine Pennant, with the Gunners told they should look into selling Mesut Ozil and invest those funds in a new deal for their captain. Prolific Gabonese frontman Aubameyang has&nbsp;entered the final 12 months of his current terms at Emirates Stadium. He is yet to commit to an extension, despite&nbsp;offering no indication that he is looking elsewhere&nbsp;and regular claims of confidence from the likes of Mikel Arteta when it comes to an agreement being reached. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/sell-ozil-use-money-pay-aubameyang-pennant-arsenal-contract/dybvrxyb6qj918g9azhqcya2o" target="_blank">Read more here!</a>

‘Sell Ozil and use the money to pay Aubameyang’

Manchester United&nbsp;need to “go and get” Jack Grealish and Jadon Sancho, says Ryan Giggs, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer urged to add greater depth to his squad with proven performers. The Red Devils legend has told the Webby and O’Neill YouTube channel:&nbsp;“They are two signings that may be available and if we’re able to get them, I would go and get them.” <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/man-utd-go-get-grealish-sancho-giggs-top-targets/tqbki6ikqa5x1nr0mi5rb1p3s" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Man Utd urged to ‘go and get’ Grealish & Sancho

Arsenal will demand £8 million ($10m) in any deal involving Folarin Balogun, claims <a href="https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11670/12040157/folarin-balogun-arsenal-demand-8m-for-brentford-target" target="_blank">Sky Sports.</a> Brentford are among those said to be keen on the highly-rated 19-year-old, but the Gunners will not part with him on the cheap.

Arsenal demand £8m for Balogun

Sheffield United are trying to sign Keyendrah Simmonds from Manchester City, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/sheffield-wednesday/sheffield-wednesday-and-sheffield-united-battle-it-out-manchester-city-youngster-keyendrah-simmonds-2930490" target="_blank">The Star</a>.&nbsp; The 19-year-old is already wanted by Sheffield Wednesday, but he could end up playing in the Premier League next season as the Blades are after him.&nbsp; Queens Park Rangers and West Bromwich Albion have also been linked with the winger.

Sheffield United in battle for Man City youngster

Will Lacazette stay at Arsenal?

Bayer Leverkusen&nbsp;coach Peter Bosz says Kai Havertz has made a decision regarding his future&nbsp;and admits he could make a transfer any day now. The 21-year-old has been linked with a move away from the&nbsp;Bundesliga&nbsp;side this summer,&nbsp;though Leverkusen want&nbsp;around €100 million (£90m/$118m) for him. Bosz has been impressed by the way Havertz has handled the constant speculation around his future, and says he has already found out what the attacking midfielder wants to do. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/perhaps-the-crucial-call-will-come-today-bosz-drops-havertz/1f1wntrn591rd1x23ktshmq6e2" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Bosz drops Havertz to Chelsea hint

Ralf Rangnick is looking to land a Premier League position, according to <a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/rangnick-si-e-liberato-perche-ora-ha-un-altro-sogno-il-milan-era-45056" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>. A move to AC Milan has broken down for the German, but he would welcome the opportunity to fill a directorial role in England.

Rangnick wants Premier League post

Celta are the latest team to show interest in Barcelona youngster Monchu. The 20-year-old is already wanted by Bournemouth as well as&nbsp;Villarreal&nbsp;,&nbsp;Granada&nbsp;and&nbsp;Eibar after his impressive season for Barca B, but&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20200801/482593143345/el-celta-de-oscar-otra-opcion-para-monchu.html" target="_blank">Mundo Deportivo</a>&nbsp;reports Celta hope to lure him with the promise of a chance in the senior team.

Celta challenge Bournemouth to Barcelona midfielder

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Introducing our new Head Coach, <a href="https://twitter.com/HarryKewell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HarryKewell</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/oafc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#oafc</a>— Oldham Athletic (@OfficialOAFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialOAFC/status/1289542659292499973?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Former Liverpool star takes charge at Oldham

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🔴 Exciting Mexican midfielder Eugenio Pizzuto (18) joins us from Pachuca! Welcome, Pizzu 🇲🇽 👏 <a href="https://t.co/7uhNqLFmMN">pic.twitter.com/7uhNqLFmMN</a> — LOSC Lille EN (@LOSC_EN) <a href="https://twitter.com/LOSC_EN/status/1289534866552262661?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Lille sign Pizzuto from Pachuca

Bayern Munich will sit down with David Alaba to discuss a contract extension,&nbsp;<a href="https://sport.sky.de/fussball/artikel/fc-bayern-transfer-news-rummenigge-adelt-alaba-mit-beckenbauer-vergleich/12040094/33896" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a>&nbsp;in Germany reports. The Austrian defender, who&nbsp;was recently compared to club legend Franz Beckenbauer by chairman Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, has one year left on his contract. The two parties have scheduled talks over a new deal as Bayern are not ready to let him leave.

Alaba and Bayern set for contract talks

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Good luck, <a href="https://twitter.com/rdoohan_?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rdoohan_</a>! 👍 The young Celt joins <a href="https://twitter.com/RossCounty?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RossCounty</a> on a season-long loan. <a href="https://t.co/DvqAnvRvgw">pic.twitter.com/DvqAnvRvgw</a> — Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) <a href="https://twitter.com/CelticFC/status/1289509221860442113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Celtic goalkeeper joins Ross County on loan

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Troy Parrott has joined <a href="https://twitter.com/MillwallFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MillwallFC</a> on loan for the 2020/21 season. Good luck, <a href="https://twitter.com/troyparrott9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@troyparrott9</a> 👊 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/THFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#THFC</a> ⚪️ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/COYS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#COYS</a> <a href="https://t.co/1t4EwNFqgD">pic.twitter.com/1t4EwNFqgD</a> — Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpursOfficial/status/1289501229740154881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Parrott leaves Tottenham for Millwall on loan

AC Milan have their eye on Netherlands international Denzel Dumfries, says <a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/Calcio/Serie-A/Milan/31-07-2020/calciomercato-milan-vuole-dumfries-florentino-380818135590.shtml" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>. The Rossoneri are convinced of the 24-year-old's quality and expect PSV to hold out for around €18 million.

AC Milan target PSV full-back Dumfries

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> 🇹🇷 - <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewPlayerDetected?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewPlayerDetected</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MercatoLOSC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MercatoLOSC</a> <a href="https://t.co/j8Yd5Fc1X2">pic.twitter.com/j8Yd5Fc1X2</a> — LOSC (@losclive) <a href="https://twitter.com/losclive/status/1289493070090776577?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Lille sign Turkey veteran Yilmaz

Jeremy Ngakia is on the verge of joining Watford, according to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/jul/31/jeremy-ngakia-set-to-link-up-with-watford-after-leaving-west-ham" target="_blank">The Guardian</a>. The 19-year-old left West Ham after rejecting a three-year contract offer but he has decided to join the Hornets despite their relegation from the Premier League.

Ngakia nears Watford move after West Ham exit

Inter are willing to make a contract offer to Jan Vertonghen after his Tottenham departure,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gazzetta.it/" target="_blank">Gazzetta dello Sport</a>&nbsp;reports. The Nerazzurri have Hellas Verona centre-back Marash Kumbulla high on their list of targets, but he is considered a star of the future. Vertonghen, however, would strengthen the back line ahead of next season, but they face competition from Roma.

Vertonghen heading for Inter?

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> We can confirm that Paul Cook has left his role as Wigan Athletic manager. 💙 Thank you for some incredible memories during your three years in charge, gaffer! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/wafc?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#wafc</a> 🔵⚪️💚 — Wigan Athletic (@LaticsOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/LaticsOfficial/status/1289485811914813440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Wigan manager Cook leaves after three years in charge

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Bash - 2022 🚂 Chris Basham has further demonstrated his long-term commitment to the Blades by signing a new contract, which runs until the summer of 2022. — Sheffield United (@SheffieldUnited) <a href="https://twitter.com/SheffieldUnited/status/1289486234004357120?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Basham signs new Sheffield United contract

<center> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"> Cedric Teuchert is the latest addition to Urs Fischer’s squad. The 23-year-old attacker joins from <a href="https://twitter.com/s04_en?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@s04_en</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fcunion?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fcunion</a> <a href="https://t.co/J3ALG75d8u">https://t.co/J3ALG75d8u</a> — 1. FC Union Berlin (@fcunion_en) <a href="https://twitter.com/fcunion_en/status/1289471171197464578?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2020</a></blockquote> <script async="async" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></center>

Teuchert leaves Schalke for Union Berlin

Juventus are hoping Federico&nbsp;Bernardeschi will play a decisive role in their bid to sign Arkadiusz Milik from Napoli. The Polish striker is the Serie A champions' top summer target, but Napoli are not willing to let him go cheap. <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2020/08/01/calciomercato-juve-milik-napoli" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a>&nbsp;in Italy claims the Bianconeri are offering&nbsp;Bernardeschi plus cash in exchange for Milik, but it remains to be seen if the former will accept a move to the Stadio San Paolo outfit.

Juventus offer Bernardeschi in exchange for Milik

Bayer Leverkusen and Schalke are the latest clubs to show interest in Norwich full-back Max Aarons, according to <a href="https://sport.sky.de/" target="_blank">Sky Sport</a> in Germany. Bayern Munich have emerged as one of the favourites to sign him, but they now face competition from their Bundesliga rivals, though it has been reported he would prefer to stay in England.

Leverkusen and Schalke join Aarons race

Gerard Deulofeu could be heading back to AC Milan this summer. The Spain international looks set to leave Watford after they were relegated from the Premier League and <a href="https://sport.sky.it/calciomercato/2020/07/30/milan-deulofeu-calciomercato-news" target="_blank">Sky Sport Italy</a>&nbsp;he is still admired by the San Siro club.

AC Milan want Deulofeu back

Atletico Madrid are plotting a move for Levante goalkeeper Aitor Fernandez,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.marca.com/futbol/atletico/2020/07/31/5f23e195268e3e1c4b8b4580.html" target="_blank">Marca</a>&nbsp;claims. Diego Simeone's team are looking for a backup option to Jan Oblak for when&nbsp;Antonio Adan leaves for Sporting after their Champions League campaign is over and see the 29-year-old as a suitable candidate.

Atletico move for Fernandez

Inter have turned their attention to Atalanta stars Robin Gosens and Duvan Zapata,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.calciomercato.com/news/inter-fari-puntati-su-gosens-e-quel-retroscena-su-zapata-49465" target="_blank">Calciomercato</a>&nbsp;reports. Antonio Conte is an admirer of left-back Gosens, who is also being watched by Juventus, while Zupata has indicated he would be open to joining the San Siro side to partner Romelu Lukaku up front if Lautaro Martinez leaves.

Inter target Atalanta duo

Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg is close to joining Tottenham despite interest coming in from other teams. Spurs want to sign the Denmark international but are baulking at the&nbsp;£25 million asking price, accordiing to the <a href="https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/sport/18621597.pierre-emile-hojbjergs-set-spurs-move-despite-new-interest/?ref=rss" target="_blank">Daily Echo.</a> A Premier League team and Bundesliga side are also interested in the 24-year-old.

Hojbjerg still wants Spurs move despite other interest

Arsenal captain Pierre-Emericl Aubameyang nearly joined Chelsea in January, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-8581779/Arsenal-skipper-Pierre-Emerick-Aubameyang-plotted-shock-Chelsea-January.html" target="_blank">Daily Mail</a>. The report states that the 31-year-old tried to engineer the move to Stamford Bridge, but it fell through due to his wage demands. Aubameyang is set to lead the Gunners out in the FA Cup final against Chelsea at Wembley on Saturday.

Aubameyang tried to push through shock Chelsea move

The Gunners skipper wanted a move to their London rivals

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has "matured" since being made captain and is "an important one to keep" for Arsenal, says former Gunners defender Kolo Toure. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/kolo-toure-pierre-emerick-aubameyang-arsenal/nsu81m6qyzlq1c2w9jt4i7pb7" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

Arsenal skipper Aubameyang is 'an important one to keep', says Toure

Andrea Pirlo has claimed he turned down offers from the Premier League and&nbsp;Serie A&nbsp;to become&nbsp;Juventus' new U23s manager. <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/i-had-offers-from-premier-league-pirlo-claims-he-turned-down-big-/1fe52tdv75j6g1tcngreoauq0c" target="_blank">Read the full story on Goal!</a>

'I had offers from Premier League' - Pirlo claims he turned down big moves to become Juventus U23 manager

Former Socceroo captain Mark Milligan has signed for new A-League franchise Macarthur Bulls. The Bulls announced their capture of the 34-year-old on their <a href="https://www.macarthurfc.com.au/news/socceroo-legend-mark-milligan-marquee-man" target="_blank">official website</a>, who joins after leaving League One side Southend United.

Milligan signs for new A-League franchise

Real Madrid have announced the departure of forward Dani Gomez to Levante. The club revealed the news on their <a href="https://www.realmadrid.com/en/news/2020/07/31/official-announcement-dani-gomez?utm_source=twitter&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_campaign=organico" target="_blank">official website</a>, with Gomez joining Levante after spending last season on loan at Segunda side Tenerife. Gomez, 22, is a Spain under-21 international but never made a senior appearance for Real.

Real announce Gomez departure

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