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Mount handed chance to earn new United role as Carrick eyes him for deeper midfield

Mason Mount faces a defining pre-season at Manchester United after three injury-hit years at Old Trafford. With United rebuffing AC Milan enquiries, the 27-year-old must prove his worth under Michael Carrick amid growing midfield competition.

Football Jul 17

The £88m Chelsea signing and European champion Arsenal failed to land before this summer

As Arsenal push to strengthen their squad following their first Premier League title in 22 years, a look back at two high-profile transfer misses — Mykhailo Mudryk and Thomas Lemar — that continue to define the club's window frustrations.

Football Jul 17

Manchester United agree £45m fee for Roma's Manu Kone as Joao Gomes heads to Aston Villa

Manchester United have reportedly agreed a £45m deal to sign French midfielder Manu Kone from Roma, according to Rio Ferdinand, who cited transfer insider Fabrizio Romano. Meanwhile, Joao Gomes appears set to join Aston Villa for £35m after a medical was scheduled for Friday.

Football Jul 17

Sporting Kansas City president refuses to rule out move for Mohamed Salah

Sporting Kansas City's president of soccer operations David Lee declined to deny interest in Mohamed Salah at a press conference this week, fuelling speculation that MLS clubs are frontrunners to sign the Liverpool departure.

Football Jul 17

Olise wants to leave Bayern for Real Madrid despite record 27-goal season

According to L'Équipe, Michael Olise has decided to join Real Madrid at the end of a record season with Bayern Munich (27 goals, 33 assists in 68 matches). The transfer is valued between €200 and €250 million.

Football Jul 17

United close in on Kone as £45m fee agreed and Gomes leaves Wolves for medical

Manchester United are reportedly on the verge of signing Roma midfielder Manu Kone for £45m, according to Rio Ferdinand, days after completing deals for Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos. Separately, Joao Gomes has left Wolves' training camp for a medical, with Aston Villa understood to have won that race.

Football Jul 17

Koné at €55M: Roma ready to sell, Manchester United leading the race

After an impressive World Cup with France, Manu Koné could leave AS Roma this summer. The Roman club, facing financial constraints, is asking €55 million for its midfielder, with Manchester United leading the pursuit.

Football Jul 17

Saliba injury sharpens Arsenal's £25m Mavropanos pursuit as PSG teenager snubs Gunners

Arsenal's need for a centre-back has grown more urgent after William Saliba was ruled out for up to five months with back surgery, with former Gunner Dinos Mavropanos available for around £25m following West Ham's relegation. Meanwhile, teenage PSG defender Emmanuel Mbemba has ended Arsenal's interest by joining Paris FC.

Football Jul 17

Rashford rules out Fenerbahce move as United return looms after England's World Cup exit

Marcus Rashford has no interest in joining Fenerbahce this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano, and is expected to return to Manchester United for pre-season. The 28-year-old's future will only be resolved if a top club submits a formal bid.

Football Jul 16

Santos reveals Palmer's personal message after completing £50m Manchester United move

Andrey Santos has completed a £50 million transfer from Chelsea to Manchester United, signing a five-year deal. The Brazilian midfielder revealed that Cole Palmer, a boyhood United fan, messaged him to wish him well upon hearing the news.

Football Jul 16

Arsenal agree £34m deal for Christos Tzolis as Trossard replacement arrives from Brugge

Arsenal have agreed a £34m fee with Club Brugge for Greek international winger Christos Tzolis, 24, making him the club's first summer signing as a direct replacement for Leandro Trossard, who joined Besiktas earlier this week.

Football Jul 16

Aston Villa target Manu Kone and Summerville to hijack two Manchester United deals

Aston Villa are pursuing Manchester United transfer targets Manu Kone and Crysencio Summerville, according to reports, as the club seeks midfield reinforcements following Youri Tielemans' £35m departure to Old Trafford.

Football Jul 16

Colombian teenager Orozco breaks silence on completed Manchester United move

Cristian Orozco has spoken publicly for the first time about his transfer to Manchester United, with the Colombian midfielder's move from Fortaleza CEIF finalised on his 18th birthday. The teenager says adapting quickly is his priority as he begins life in the academy at Carrington.

Football Jul 16

Real Madrid open to selling Camavinga as Manchester United hunt defensive midfielder

Real Madrid could allow Eduardo Camavinga to leave this summer amid interest from Manchester United and Manchester City, according to reports. United, who have already spent around £83m on Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans, are seeking more conservatively priced options to complete their midfield rebuild.

Football Jul 16

Liverpool hand Jeremy Jacquet the No.5 shirt vacated by Konate after £60m arrival

Jeremy Jacquet has been assigned Liverpool's No.5 shirt, previously worn by Ibrahima Konate, as the £60m signing from Rennes begins pre-season training at Anfield. The 21-year-old French defender says he is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a shoulder injury.

Football Jul 16

Bouaddi set to stay at Lille for another season despite Manchester City interest

After an impressive 2026 World Cup with Morocco, Ayyoub Bouaddi is highly sought after, notably by Manchester City. LOSC president Olivier Létang indicated on Thursday that the 18-year-old midfielder should honour an additional year of his contract.

Football Jul 16

Cannae Holdings CEO confirms 100% commitment to investing in Exeter Chiefs women's rugby

Cannae Holdings CEO Ryan Caswell has publicly committed to growing Exeter Chiefs' women's rugby programme, citing the group's track record at AFC Bournemouth and the NHL's Vegas Golden Knights as proof of their investment model.

Rugby Jul 16

Arsenal agree £34m deal to sign Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge as Trossard exits

Arsenal have reached a £34 million agreement with Club Brugge to sign Greek winger Christos Tzolis, one of Mikel Arteta's top targets, with the deal being finalised following Leandro Trossard's confirmed departure.

Football Jul 16

Rashford set to return for United pre-season as club shapes third midfield signing

Marcus Rashford is expected to report for Manchester United's pre-season after a post-World Cup break, with positive talks easing uncertainty over his future. United have already signed Andrey Santos, Youri Tielemans and a goalkeeper this window, and are targeting a third midfielder.

Football Jul 16

Colombian teenager Orozco completes Manchester United move on his 18th birthday

Cristian Orozco has joined Manchester United's academy after the club finalised a deal with Colombian side Fortaleza CEIF, an agreement that had been in place for nine months pending the midfielder's 18th birthday.

Football Jul 16