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Liverpool close to securing Szoboszlai on new deal to end free-transfer fears

Liverpool are on the verge of agreeing a contract extension with Dominik Szoboszlai, who had entered the final two years of his deal. The £60m signing from RB Leipzig scored 13 goals and registered 12 assists last season.

Football Jul 16

Openda Struggles at Juventus as Lyon and Lens Battle for His Loan

With just two goals in 34 appearances for Juventus this season, Loïs Openda is being pushed out by Turin. Olympique Lyonnais and RC Lens are competing to sign the Belgian forward on loan, but his €600,000 monthly salary is complicating negotiations.

Football Jul 16

Orozco set for debut as United academy heads to Germany for pre-season friendlies

New Manchester United signing Cristian Orozco could make his first appearance in a red shirt when the club's PDP group faces TSV 1860 Munich and FC Nurnberg at the Adi-Dassler Stadium. Meanwhile, JJ Gabriel continues individual coaching sessions with Jack Hunter as pre-season ramps up.

Football Jul 16

Théo Zidane extends at Cordoba, turning down Liga move to Getafe

The 24-year-old attacking midfielder, son of Zinedine Zidane, has signed a one-year contract extension with Cordoba CF through June 2027, choosing to remain in Spain's second division rather than join Liga side Getafe.

Football Jul 16

Scarlets sign Hurricanes lock Tom Allen to bolster URC second-row stocks

Scarlets have added 21-year-old New Zealand U20 lock Tom Allen from Super Rugby Pacific champions the Hurricanes, making him the latest in a string of summer signings ahead of the 2026/27 URC season.

Rugby Jul 16

Joao Gomes set to join Aston Villa for £35m, ending Man United's pursuit

Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes has left Wolves' training camp ahead of a £35m move to Aston Villa, ending Manchester United's interest in the Brazilian and adding to a growing list of midfield targets who have chosen other clubs.

Football Jul 16

Arsenal weigh Gyokeres swap to land Alvarez as United plan triple summer signings

Arsenal are reportedly considering offering Viktor Gyokeres to Atletico Madrid in a swap deal for Julian Alvarez, while Manchester United are pushing ahead with multiple transfer targets this summer.

Football Jul 16

Manchester United eye £45m Roma midfielder Manu Kone after France's World Cup exit clears path

Manchester United are targeting Roma's Manu Kone as their third midfield signing of the summer, with the 25-year-old France international potentially available for around £45m following his country's World Cup semi-final elimination.

Football Jul 16

How United's £35m Tielemans deal quietly hands Man City an edge over Arsenal

Manchester City could benefit indirectly from Manchester United's summer recruitment, with the £35m signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa strengthening Villa's hand in negotiations over Morgan Rogers — a player Arsenal need to upgrade their midfield.

Football Jul 16

Tielemans takes No. 18 shirt as Rashford's Barcelona return fades further

Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, their third addition in a week, as the Belgian midfielder inherits the iconic No. 18 shirt. Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford's hopes of a permanent Barcelona move have dimmed after fresh reports from Spain.

Football Jul 16

Waddle questions Van Dijk's place in Liverpool's starting XI under Iraola

Chris Waddle has urged Liverpool to address what he calls the "real issue" at the heart of their defence, questioning whether captain Virgil van Dijk will feature regularly under new head coach Andoni Iraola after the Reds conceded 53 Premier League goals last season.

Football Jul 16

Manchester United target Manu Koné to complete midfield overhaul after Tielemans signing

Manchester United have signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this week, but manager Michael Carrick is now pursuing Roma midfielder Manu Koné — available for around £45m — to add the physical presence his revamped midfield still lacks.

Football Jul 16

Finances « concerning » : OM forced into major squad overhaul this summer

OM sporting director Grégory Lorenzi has publicly acknowledged that the club's financial situation is « concerning » and that several sales or loans are inevitable this summer, following Mason Greenwood's sale to Fenerbahçe for €39 million.

Football Jul 16

Friedkin-Mourinho Cold War Could Hand Endrick to Lyon Over Roma

AS Roma has made Endrick their top priority to strengthen their attack, but the fallout from José Mourinho's January 2024 sacking weakens their bid. Olympique Lyonnais, their direct rival, could capitalize if Real Madrid agrees to loan the Brazilian.

Football Jul 16

Tielemans takes Scholes' No. 18 as Rashford's Barcelona return fades further

Youri Tielemans has chosen the iconic No. 18 shirt at Manchester United after completing his £35m move from Aston Villa, while Marcus Rashford's hopes of a permanent return to Barcelona have dimmed as the club pursues other targets.

Football Jul 16

Lucas Moura reveals Leonardo's last-minute call killed his Manchester United move in 2012

Lucas Moura has disclosed that a late intervention from PSG director of football Leonardo persuaded him to snub Manchester United and move to Paris in 2012, a decision the Brazilian described as "very difficult" after believing the Old Trafford transfer was all but done.

Football Jul 16

Arsenal prioritise Julian Alvarez signing with Gyokeres swap deal explored

Arsenal have made Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez their top transfer target this summer, with reports suggesting the club have explored using Viktor Gyokeres as part of a swap deal to secure the Argentine's signature.

Football Jul 16

Man United target £30m Summerville deal if Rashford departs Old Trafford this summer

Manchester United are monitoring West Ham's Crysencio Summerville as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford, with the Dutch winger available for around £30m following the Hammers' relegation from the Premier League.

Football Jul 15

Saint-Etienne signs Hungarian midfielder Aron Csongvai on four-year deal

AS Saint-Etienne have confirmed the arrival of Aron Csongvai, a 25-year-old defensive midfielder from AIK Stockholm. The Hungarian international has signed a four-year contract, bringing the Greens' summer signings to five.

Football Jul 15

Olise ready to leave Bayern for Real Madrid, record transfer looming

According to Foot Mercato, Michael Olise has signalled his desire to join Real Madrid this summer. Bayern Munich, unwilling to sell, acknowledges that a departure remains possible in the event of an exceptional offer.

Football Jul 15