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Man City overtake Arsenal in the race for Bouaddi

Manchester City have taken a significant step forward in their pursuit of Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, overtaking Premier League rivals Arsenal in the race for his signature. The reigning champions are in advanced negotiations to secure the highly-rated 18-year-old, with personal terms already agreed as the two clubs work to bridge the financial gap.

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Transfer grades for the biggest deals of the window so far

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

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Barcola agrees Liverpool move after Iraola talks

Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola has reportedly reached an agreement in principle to join Liverpool following discussions with new manager Andoni Iraola. While the 23-year-old is eager to move to Anfield, the two clubs remain far apart in their valuation of the player.

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Man City make new attempt to lure Diomande away from Leipzig

The race for RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande has taken another dramatic turn as Manchester City have reportedly entered the fray with a significant financial opening. While the Premier League champions prepare to flex their muscles, the Ivorian star is said to have already reached personal agreements with two other European heavyweights.

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‘Obvious choice’ - Barcola given Premier League transfer advice

Arsenal have been advised to join the transfer scramble for Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola, with Mikael Silvestre telling GOAL that a move to Emirates Stadium would be an “obvious choice” for all concerned. The reigning Premier League champions are in the market for creative reinforcements, particularly on the left side of their attacking unit.

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10 biggest summer transfer sagas that still need resolving

With the World Cup over and pre-season friendlies beginning in earnest over the next week, it feels like the new club season is hurtling towards us at a rather alarming rate. With that in mind, managers are getting increasingly twitchy when it comes to transfers, with coaches around Europe keen to know which players they will and won't be able to call upon over the coming weeks and months.

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Kimpembe nears shock move to Qatari second division club

Former Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe is on the verge of finding a new club in the Middle East following his recent departure from Qatar SC. The World Cup and Champions League winner is currently a free agent but is expected to remain in the region to continue his playing career by dropping down to the second tier of Qatari football for a fresh challenge.

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Liverpool target Akliouche after PSG bids stall

Liverpool have made an initial approach to sign Monaco winger Maghnes Akliouche as they search for a replacement for Mohamed Salah. The France international has attracted significant interest from Paris Saint-Germain, but the French champions have had multiple offers turned down by Monaco, opening the door for Liverpool to swoop in for the promising attacking midfielder.

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Torres rejects Barcelona contract renewal amid heavy PSG interest

Ferran Torres is increasingly likely to leave Barcelona after deeming the club's latest contract renewal offer completely unacceptable. The Spain international is unhappy with both the financial terms and his projected role in the squad. Paris Saint-Germain have emerged as the clear favourites to secure his signature, with a lucrative proposal already on the table.

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Trades of the week: The biggest done deals of the summer

With the transfer window having opened for many of Europe's top leagues, GOAL, in association with eToro, is your go-to resource for all the biggest done deals. Who will win the race for Ayyoub Bouaddi? Could Michael Olise end up at Real Madrid? Track all the biggest trades right here throughout the summer!

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Transfer check-in: GOAL grades Europe's 10 richest clubs

The football world seems to move faster and faster these days. No sooner had the World Cup ended than attention immediately shifted to the transfer market - which is understandable, given some massive deals are expected to be confirmed in the coming days, following in the footsteps of Morgan Rogers' shock £117 million move from Aston Villa to Chelsea.