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2022-07-06T09:52:00.972Z

Weghorst off to Besiktas

2022-07-05T20:00:00.000Z

Pereira poised for Fulham

2022-07-05T19:30:00.000Z

Samba departs Forest for Lens

2022-07-05T19:00:00.000Z

Yoshida in at Schalke

2022-07-05T18:30:00.000Z

Bernardeschi close to Toronto

2022-07-05T18:00:00.000Z

Wolves loan out Sanderson

2022-07-05T17:00:00.000Z

Man Utd in the dark over Ronaldoโ€™s plans (ESPN)

2022-07-05T16:00:00.000Z

Manchester United have no idea what Cristiano Ronaldo has planned for his future, claims ESPN.

The Portuguese, who is yet to report back for pre-season training, is ready to push for a move away from Old Trafford after questioning the Red Devilsโ€™ ability to challenge for trophies โ€“ with various landing spots now being speculated on for him.

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Chelsea keen on World Cup winner Pavard

2022-07-05T15:30:00.000Z

Chelseaโ€™s ongoing search for defensive reinforcements has led them towards Bayern Munich star Benjamin Pavard, claims Sky Deutschland.

The World Cup-winning Frenchman, who can operate at right-back or centre-half is another top talent that Premier League heavyweights now have in their sights.

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Bastien brought in at Burnley

2022-07-05T15:00:00.000Z

Hudson-Odoi and Diaby on Newcastleโ€™s wish list

2022-07-05T14:30:00.000Z

According to 90min, Newcastle are ready to smash their transfer record for Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby.

Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi is said to be another potential wide option that the Magpies are considering.

Newcastle tracking Palace star Olise

2022-07-05T13:30:00.000Z

Crystal Palace playmaker Michael Olise is a player starting to register on the radar at Newcastle, reports NUFC Blog.

The France U21 international made up a step up to Premier League level with ease after joining the Eagles last season and could now be offered a chance to head for St Jamesโ€™ Park.

Malacia makes Man Utd move

2022-07-05T13:00:00.000Z

PSG announce Christophe Galtier as new head coach

2022-07-05T13:00:00.000Z

Bournemouth open talks to sign Liverpool's Nat Phillips

2022-07-05T12:30:00.000Z

According to Football Insider, Bournemouth have initiated talks to sign Liverpool defender Nathaniel Phillips on loan.

After spending the second half of last season on loan at Bournemouth, Jurgen Klopp's side was expected to sell the 25-year-old this summer.

The club management has since had second thoughts, and they now intend to loan Phillips out for the remainder of the season in exchange for a loan fee.

Chelsea frontruners for De Ligt

2022-07-05T12:00:00.000Z

Chelsea remain ahead of Bayern Munich in the hunt to seal the transfer of centre-back Matthijs de Ligt from Juventus, GOAL understands.

The Blues have identified the Dutchman as a major target this summer, with Thomas Tuchel's side making a late entry into the market following the confirmation of their takeover led by Todd Boehly.

But Bayern Munich have rivaled the Stamford Bridge outfit in pursuit of the Netherlands international's services, creating a red-hot chase for his signature.

Read the full story on GOAL

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Samba has medical at Lens ahead of move away from Forest

2022-07-05T11:30:00.000Z

According to The Athletic, Brice Samba is having a medical at Lens ahead of his transfer from Nottingham Forest.

The newly promoted Premier League club did make an attempt to extend his stay with the club, but the 28-year-old is believed to have rejected the proposal and informed Forest that he intended to depart in the current transfer window.

Dean Henderson was promptly acquired by Forest from Manchester United on a season-long loan in order to replace Samba.

PSG and Pochettino part ways

2022-07-05T11:00:00.000Z

Enzo Maresca appointed as Pep's new assistant

2022-07-05T10:30:00.000Z

Leeds close to signing Adams and Sinisterra

2022-07-05T10:00:00.000Z

According to The Athletic, Leeds United are close to finalising deals for RB Leipzig's Tyler Adams and Feyenoord's Luis Sinisterra.

With Brazilian sensation Raphinha expected to leave Elland Road in this transfer window, the club is looking to bolster their team by bringing in the talented winger Sinisterra.

Furthermore, following the ยฃ42 million transfer of central midfielder Kalvin Phillips to Manchester City, Jesse Marsch's side seem more determined than ever on acquiring Tyler Adams.

Karamoko Dembele joins Stade Brestois

2022-07-05T09:00:00.000Z

West Ham set to beat Everton in pursuit of Lingard

2022-07-05T08:30:00.000Z

Everton appears to be losing out in the competition to capture free agent Jesse Lingard, who is prepared to re-join with West Ham, according to the Daily Mail.

Frank Lampard identified the 29-year-old as an obtainable target, and showed genuine desire to sign him, while Newcastle and Tottenham did also express an interest.

But it's anticipated that Lingard would decline offers from all three teams and instead reunite with David Moyes at West Ham.

Man Utd & Wolves mull over Ben Yedder bids (Media Foot)

2022-07-05T08:00:00.000Z

Manchester United and Wolves are both keen on Monaco striker Wissam Ben Yedder, claims Media Foot, with bids for the experienced frontman being mulled over.

The France international is now 31 years of age, but he remains a regular source of goals and club level and would be a proven addition to ranks at Old Trafford or Molineux.

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Roma sign Celik

2022-07-05T07:38:27.846Z

Spurs to rival Man Utd for Torres

2022-07-05T07:30:00.000Z

Tottenham remain interested in Villarreal defender Pau Torres and are ready to rival Manchester United for the Spain international, claims The Mirror.

The Red Devils could leave a door open for Spurs to make their move as Ajax star Lisandro Martinez has been identified as a top target for those at Old Trafford.

Dembele to sign two-year deal with Barcelona (Sport)

2022-07-05T07:00:00.000Z

Ousmane Dembele is technically a free agent, but Sport reports that a contract offer from Barcelona remains on the table and the French forward is ready to sign.

A World Cup winner is ready to bring the endless speculation regarding his future to a close by committing to a new two-year deal at Camp Nou.

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Arsenal form part of the race for De Ketelaere

2022-07-05T06:30:00.000Z

Arsenal are, according to Calciomercato, one of the clubs to have expressed interest in Club Brugge forward Charles De Ketelaere.

The 21-year-old is a man in demand, though, with Newcastle and Lyon also said to be keen on buying into his obvious potential.

Barcelona discuss possible deal for Ronaldo (AS)

2022-07-05T06:00:00.000Z

With Cristiano Ronaldo looking for a way out of Manchester United, AS reports that his agent Jorge Mendes has discussed a potential deal with Barcelona.

The Portuguese superstar boasts strong ties to Real Madrid, but it may be that he appeals to their Clasico rivals at Camp Nou.

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Milan table De Ketelaere bid

2022-07-04T23:00:00.000Z

Tuchel not keen on Ronaldo (The Sun)

2022-07-04T22:35:00.000Z

German coach wants to prioritise other targets

Chelsea's attempt to bring Cristiano Ronaldo to Stamford Bridge may have hit a stumbling block in Thomas Tuchel's reluctance to move for the Manchester United star, says The Sun.

The Portuguese superstar has indicated he wants out at Old Trafford, with no Champions League football on the table this term for Erik ten Hag's side.

New Blues owner Todd Boehly is keen to land a marquee signing after seeing several stars leave - but German coach Tuchel is unconvinced that he should be their priority.

AC Milan in talks to take Ziyech on loan (The Athletic)

2022-07-04T22:24:30.000Z

Forward could join Italian champions this summer

AC Milan are in talks with Chelsea to bring Hakim Ziyech to San Siro on loan, according to The Athletic.

Ziyech has thrilled at Stamford Bridge at times but has also been inconsistent since joining from Ajax, and AC Milan could provide an opportunity to refresh his career.

Lenglet finalising Tottenham move

2022-07-04T22:10:00.000Z

Nuno lands new job

2022-07-04T22:00:00.000Z