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United close in on £75m Nmecha as teenage prospect Orozco arrives in Manchester

Manchester United have approached Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, whose buyout clause stands at £75.5 million, while Colombian teenager Cristian Orozco has flown to Manchester ahead of his official registration on July 13.

Football Jun 28

Coventry City target free transfer for Tuanzebe as Lampard builds Premier League squad

Newly promoted Coventry City are weighing up a free transfer move for Burnley defender Axel Tuanzebe, whose contract expires this summer. The DR Congo international, 28, caught the eye during Burnley's relegated season and is currently at the World Cup.

Football Jun 28

Nottingham Forest's £116m Anderson windfall could fund £35m Curtis Jones sale to rivals

Manchester City's imminent £116m signing of Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest could trigger a chain reaction, with Forest reportedly eyeing Liverpool's Curtis Jones as a replacement for around £35m.

Football Jun 28

Ederson deal done but United face uphill battle to reshape midfield and attack this summer

Manchester United have a deal in place for Brazil midfielder Ederson but remain frustrated in their pursuit of further additions, with Mateus Fernandes, a left-sided player, a backup goalkeeper, and another forward all still on the agenda.

Football Jun 28

United close in on Nmecha as teenage Colombian 'next Caicedo' arrives for medical

Manchester United have made contact with Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, whose £75.5m buyout clause has not deterred the club, while Colombian prospect Cristian Orozco has flown to Manchester ahead of his 18th birthday to begin his medical.

Football Jun 28

Dalot and Mazraoui both committed to Manchester United right-back battle next season

Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui are set to compete for Manchester United's right-back spot in 2026/27, with sources close to both players insisting neither wants to leave Old Trafford despite summer transfer activity elsewhere in the squad.

Football Jun 27

PSG enter Álvarez talks, handing Atlético Madrid fresh leverage over Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain have opened dialogue with Atlético Madrid over Julián Álvarez, giving Los Rojiblancos a credible alternative buyer as Barcelona continue to struggle with the club's asking price. The 26-year-old Argentine has publicly favoured a move to Barcelona, but PSG have not closed the door.

Football Jun 27

Leipzig slap £100m tag on Diomande as four World Cup stars draw Premier League interest

RB Leipzig have valued 19-year-old winger Yan Diomande at £100m after his standout performances at the World Cup, with Liverpool among the clubs tracking him. Brighton's Yasin Ayari, Morocco's Ayyoub Bouaddi, and one other emerging talent are also attracting serious Premier League attention.

Football Jun 27

Maresca begins work at Man City before official confirmation as Guardiola's successor

Enzo Maresca has been visiting Manchester City's training ground and studying squad data ahead of pre-season, even as the club finalises a compensation agreement with Chelsea to confirm his appointment.

Football Jun 27

Ferdinand urges Tchouameni to choose Man United over Real Madrid exit rivals

Rio Ferdinand has publicly called on Aurélien Tchouameni to make Manchester United his next club if he leaves Real Madrid, claiming to have held private conversations with the midfielder. Reports from Spain suggest Madrid are open to selling the 26-year-old, valued at around £60m.

Football Jun 27

Newcastle target £73m Dortmund midfielder Nmecha as Guimaraes and Tonali exits loom

Newcastle have shortlisted Borussia Dortmund's Felix Nmecha as a potential midfield replacement, with Arsenal pursuing Bruno Guimaraes and Tottenham closing in on Sandro Tonali. Manchester United are also tracking the 25-year-old Germany international.

Football Jun 27

Ugarte World Cup injury threatens Manchester United's third midfield signing this summer

Manuel Ugarte was stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain at the World Cup, dealing Manchester United a significant blow as they pursue Mateus Fernandes and two other midfield additions this summer.

Football Jun 27

Vieira names Manu Kone best midfielder in France and backs Arsenal summer move

Patrick Vieira has publicly endorsed Arsenal target Manu Kone, calling the Roma midfielder the best in France ahead of Tchouameni and Rabiot. Reports suggest the 25-year-old has already agreed personal terms on a move to the Emirates.

Football Jun 27

Man City agree £116m Anderson deal as Rodri uncertainty clouds midfield rebuild

Manchester City have agreed a £116m flat fee with Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson, but midfield questions persist with Rodri hinting at a possible exit and Bernardo Silva already gone.

Football Jun 27

Ferdinand urges Tchouameni to snub Real Madrid and seal Manchester United move

Rio Ferdinand has made a direct public appeal to Aurelien Tchouameni to leave Real Madrid for Manchester United, as reports from Spain suggest the club are open to selling the £60m-valued France midfielder this summer.

Football Jun 27

Man United lose race for Elliot Anderson as £116m City deal ends their interest

Manchester City have agreed a £116m deal for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson, ending Manchester United's pursuit. United now turn their attention to Mateus Fernandes as their primary midfield target this summer.

Football Jun 27

Red Bull's Monaghan set to join Cadillac in latest blow to Milton Keynes exodus

Paul Monaghan, Red Bull's chief engineer of car engineering and a key figure in the team's 14 world championships, is set to join Cadillac's F1 operation. The move is effectively finalised, though no formal resignation has yet been submitted to Red Bull.

Formula 1 Jun 27

Phillips admits injury cycle has derailed his Man City career as he seeks fresh start

Kalvin Phillips has opened up on three years of frustration at Manchester City, admitting that a lack of regular football has compounded his injury problems. The £45m signing remains under contract until 2028 but is expected to leave the Etihad this summer.

Football Jun 27

Souness warns Gordon's £70m Barcelona move is under threat after timid World Cup displays

Graeme Souness has delivered a sharp verdict on Anthony Gordon's World Cup performances, warning that Barcelona will be 'wondering what they've bought' after the £70m signing played conservatively in England's opening group games.

Football Jun 27

United close in on Ederson deal as Fernandes battle with Spurs heats up

Manchester United are finalising a second summer signing after agreeing terms with Atalanta for midfielder Ederson, while a separate pursuit of West Ham's Mateus Fernandes is set to intensify next week when the new financial year opens on July 1.

Football Jun 27