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Many questions on James Rodriguez after rumours on medical tests today as new PSV Eindhoven player. No, been told James knows nothing of PSV as things stand. ❌🇨🇴 #PSV

James wants to return to European football - that’s why he has not accepted Botafogo bid yet. Race still open.

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 27, 2022

Athletico Paranense have completed the signing of former Manchester City star Fernandinho, the club announced.

The now-former City captain will now return to his home country to sign with Athletico after originally representing the club from 2002-05.

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Here to stay, @AreolaOfficiel 🧤 pic.twitter.com/tiraXyEAUV

— West Ham United (@WestHam) June 27, 2022

Carlos Vela will stay on with LAFC as he confirmed his intentions to play alongside Gareth Bale.

Vela's deal was set to expire at the end of the month, but he'll have his sights set on an MLS Cup as he remains with LAFC.

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Los Angeles FC have confirmed the signing of Gareth Bale.

The club needed to send $75,000 in GAM to Inter Miami to complete the deal as David Beckham's side previously had Bale's MLS rights via a Discovery Claim.

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Official, confirmed. Alphonse Areola joins West Ham on a permanent deal from Paris Saint-Germain, five year contract and medical completed. ⚒️🇫🇷 #WHUFC

Deal was agreed last week and then completed also on player side today. Second signing after Nayef Aguerd deal. pic.twitter.com/tYsZQk9nRh

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 27, 2022

Tottenham are ready to step up their interest in Richarlison and are also considering a move for his Everton team-mate Anthony Gordon, GOAL can confirm.

The north Londoners are desperate to strengthen their attacking options as they look ahead to the Champions League this season and could sign the two Everton stars in an
£85 million double swoop.

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Manchester United are discussing deals for four players, including Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, claims CaughtOffside.

Ajax trio Jurrien Timber, Lisandro Martinez and Antony remain top targets for the Red Devils, with Erik ten Hag looking to raid his former employers for a number of proven performers.

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Neymar is mulling over his options at Paris Saint-Germain amid talk of interest from England, claims RMC Sport.

The Brazilian forward is another of those to have been linked with Chelsea and is said to be considering the option of taking on a new challenge in the Premier League.

Sky Sports reports that Chelsea are ready to join London rivals Tottenham in the race for Everton forward Richarlison.

The Blues are in the market for another forward as they prepare to let Romelu Lukaku join Inter on loan, with Manchester City star Raheem Sterling and Barcelona contract rebel Ousmane Dembele also being linked.

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Newcastle have, according to CaughtOffside, joined the clamour for Leeds winger Raphinha.

The Brazil international is also registering on radars at Arsenal, Tottenham and Chelsea.

GOAL has learned that Juventus and Roma have been in contact in regards to a possible deal for Italy international midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo.

Initial talks between the Serie A rivals have taken place, with the Bianconeri ready to step up their efforts to lure promising playmaker Zaniolo away from the Italian capital.

It is understood that Roma value Zaniolo at around £43 million (€50m/$53m).

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Angel Di Maria has accepted Juventus' proposal and is now set to join Juventus, GOAL can confirm.

The Argentine international will join the Italian giants on a one-year deal.

Barcelona were also very interested in the 34-year-old, but Juventus have landed him. Massimiliano Allegri was very keen on signing him.

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According to Sky Sports, Chelsea are exploring the possibility of competing with Tottenham for Everton forward Richarlison.

Spurs are reportedly very interested in the Brazilian international and are expected to make a bid, but Chelsea also consider him as an option to strengthen their forward line. 

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According to De Telegraaf, Feyenoord are demanding a guaranteed £13 million (€15m) fee for Tyrell Malacia, which Lyon would prefer to make up for in bonuses.

This disparity in valuation may allow Manchester United to swoop in and pay Feyenoord's asking price for the 22-year-old.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been declared surplus to requirements by the club, and he is free to find a new home. Man United may need his sale to be confirmed before making a bid for Malacia.

🚨 AS Roma are planning to make a € 15 million offer for Lyon's French player Houssem Aouar. 🇫🇷 #OL #ASRoma pic.twitter.com/MiRi1PmcRf

— Ekrem KONUR (@Ekremkonur) June 27, 2022

Sporting CP are currently the favourites to sign Barcelona youngster Francisco Trincao, GOAL can confirm.

Despite signing the Portuguese winger from Braga only two years ago, Barcelona are willing to sell Trincao after an average loan spell at Wolves this past season.

Wolves had the option to buy the 22-year-old but opted against it; his agent, Jorge Mendes, is now working on finding him a new club for the 2022-23 season.

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✈️ From New Jersey to north London...

Welcome home, Matty Turner ❤️

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) June 27, 2022

Fulham have made a £8.6 million bid for Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira, our Man Utd correspondent, James Robson, can confirm. 

The Brazil international has been taking on loan spells away from Old Trafford at Flamengo of late, but could now be offered a permanent move to Craven Cottage.

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According to RMC Sport, Neymar is considering leaving PSG this summer as a result of comments made by PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi.

The comments came after being asked about Neymar's future and hinted at working harder and doing more than the previous season.

Chelsea and Manchester United are reportedly closely monitoring the situation. 

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According to Marca, Barcelona are yet to make an offer for Leeds United star Raphinha.

The Brazilian winger reportedly wanted the move to Barcelona and the La Liga club looked set to sign him. However, the fee has proven to be a stumbling block in this deal, with Leeds demanding £65 million for the 25-year-old.

Barcelona's desire to sign Raphinha will also be determined by the future of Ousmane Dembele, who, after initially appearing to be on his way out, now appears to be on the verge of signing a new contract with the club.

Petr Cech, Technical and Performance Advisor, will leave his role effective 30 June.

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) June 27, 2022

Fulham have lodged an £11 million bid for Manchester United midfielder Andreas Pereira, reports the Daily Mail.

The Brazil international has been taking in loan spells away from Old Trafford at Flamengo of late, but could now be offered a permanent move to Craven Cottage.

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Tottenham defender Japhet Tanganga has emerged as a target for Atletico Madrid, reports Mundo Deportivo.

The 23-year-old has struggled for regular starts at Spurs and may now be offered the opportunity to take on a new challenge with La Liga heavyweights.

Barcelona have set Ousmane Dembele a final deadline when it comes to making a decision on his future, claims Sport.

The World Cup winner will see his contract at Camp Nou expire on June 30, dropping him into free agency, but the Blaugrana want the Frenchman to let them know where they stand 24 hours before that point.

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Manchester United are waiting on a decision from Christian Eriksen regarding his next move, with ESPN reporting that a big call from the Danish midfielder is close.

Tottenham are said to be out of the running, with any plans to re-sign a former fan favourite being shelved, which leaves Brentford and the Red Devils still in the mix.

Arsenal have, according to Sport, pulled out of the race for Leeds winger Raphinha.

With Gabriel Jesus poised to complete his move from Manchester City, the Gunners have ended their interest in another Brazilian forward on the books of a Premier League rival.

Plan confirmed for Fernandinho. Former Manchester City player will join Athletico Paranaense on a free move, two year contract agreed. 🔴🇧🇷 #transfers

Man City will replace Fernandinho with Kalvin Phillips, done deal. ⤵️ https://t.co/ESLxuTOziG

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 26, 2022

Catalans were keen to include defender as part of De Jong deal

Manchester United have rejected an approach from Barcelona to sign defender Harry Maguire, reports the Sun.

The Catalans had proposed including the England international in the deal that would take Frenkie de Jong to Old Trafford, but United are not willing to let him go.

🚨 Por Luis Suárez hay que esperar. Gallardo fue clarísimo. Hoy está de vacaciones y recuperándose de su rodilla. En River hay optimismo y confianza porque al jugador le seduce la oferta. Y la serie con Vélez será crucial: jugar la Copa Libertadores es clave para su decisión. pic.twitter.com/A966VqqWoF

— Juan Patricio Balbi (@juanbalbi9) June 26, 2022

Los Angeles FC general manager Joe Thorrington affirmed that the club will do everything it can to make Gareth Bale's spell in MLS a success.

Bale completed a blockbuster transfer to LAFC on Saturday after nine years at Madrid, and is the MLS team's second big signing of the summer after Juventus and Italy legend Giorgio Chiellini.

While the Welshman has featured only sparingly at club level recently, Thorrington is convinced he can deliver.

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Wayne Rooney has decided to take a break from football management after his spell at Derby County, claims the Sun.

The Manchester United legend stepped down on Friday in a surprise decision, with Liam Rosenior taking over on an interim basis at the club.