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The long-running transfer saga involving Emiliano Martinez and Juventus has come to an abrupt conclusion after the Italian giants officially withdrew from negotiations. Despite the Argentine's well-documented desire to move to Turin, the Serie A club has decided the financial package required is simply beyond their reach.

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.

Bayern Munich director of sport Max Eberl has confirmed that Joao Palhinha is not part of the club's plans for the upcoming season. The 31-year-old Portuguese midfielder is keen on remaining in England, with Premier League sides Aston Villa and Newcastle United both showing interest in his signature.

Battle for the £80 million