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Transfer blow for Utd as defender 'doesn't want to leave' club

Manchester United’s attempt to hijack Barcelona’s move for Spanish starlet Jorge Salinas has hit a stumbling block after Racing Santander manager Jose Alberto insisted the defender has no desire to leave this summer. The Red Devils have identified the 19-year-old as a key target to bolster their backline, but face a battle to convince the player to swap Cantabria for Manchester.

Arsenal FC v Borussia Dortmund - Pre-Season Friendly

Roma consider shock move for Martinelli

Roma have emerged as potential suitors for Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli as the Italian side steps up its search for a high-profile attacking addition. With the summer transfer window entering its final stages, the Giallorossi are determined to provide head coach Gian Piero Gasperini with the specific profile of player he has requested to complete his front line.

Kylian Mbappe Erling Haaland Real Madrid crest

‘One or other’ - Haaland & Mbappe ‘Galactico’ pairing ruled out

Real Madrid still love a ‘Galactico’, but ex-Blancos star Michael Owen has told GOAL that there is little chance of Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland forming part of a fearsome frontline at Santiago Bernabeu. Instead, it is likely to remain a case of “one or the other” when it comes to superstar forwards that now operate in the same central striking position.

Vardy linked with STUNNING English football return

Jamie Vardy is reportedly linked with a remarkable return to English football after spending a season in Italy with Cremonese. The veteran striker, who famously fired Leicester City to their miraculous Premier League title in 2016, is currently a free agent and searching for a final challenge in his storied career.

Kane snubs Spurs for new Bayern deal

Harry Kane is poised to commit his long-term future to Bayern Munich, with the England captain set to enter formal negotiations over a new contract extension. The prolific striker is expected to finalize terms that will effectively signal the end of any potential return to the Premier League or his former club Tottenham Hotspur.

Stoke City v Everton - Pre-Season Friendly

Everton & Palace agree McNeil-Johnson swap deal

Everton and Crystal Palace have agreed a swap deal that will see Dwight McNeil move to Selhurst Park and Wales international Brennan Johnson head to Goodison Park. Both players are scheduled for medicals ahead of signing initial four-year contracts, completing a sensational exchange between the Premier League rivals before the new season starts.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	AFC Bournemouth		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2	Arsenal		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
3	Aston Villa		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
4	Brentford		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
5	Brighton & Hove Albion		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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