Transfers
Player buying / selling / loan deals.
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Arsenal target Rogers and Kroupi in £170m double swoop, Parlour backs both deals
Ray Parlour has endorsed Arsenal's reported pursuit of Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers and Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi, with the two signings expected to cost a combined £170m as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his Premier League title-winning squad.
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United target Lens midfielder Sangare for £35m as Alex Scott route opens up
Manchester United are reportedly preparing a £35m bid for Lens midfielder Mamadou Sangare, while a path to signing Bournemouth's Alex Scott has cleared after the England camp development.
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Liverpool line up £115m defensive duo and Trent Alexander-Arnold successor under Iraola
Liverpool are planning a significant defensive overhaul this summer under new head coach Andoni Iraola, with a £60m centre-back already secured and further targets identified to replace departing stars.
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Heskey warns Iraola of 'immense' Liverpool pressure as Shearer tips £160m Bournemouth double raid
Emile Heskey has cautioned new Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola that the step up to Anfield brings pressure unlike anything he faced at Bournemouth, while Alan Shearer predicts the Reds could spend £160m on Cherries duo Eli Kroupi and Alex Scott.
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Bayern Munich eye Rashford as Barcelona exit looms and United prioritise left-back signing
Marcus Rashford's Barcelona loan looks set to end without a permanent deal after the club spent big on Anthony Gordon, with Bayern Munich now seriously considering a move for the 28-year-old. Meanwhile, Manchester United are prioritising a left-back this summer, with Newcastle's Lewis Hall among their targets.
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Bruno Fernandes pushes United to sign Mateus Fernandes as Arsenal circle £80m West Ham star
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has reportedly urged the club to sign West Ham's Mateus Fernandes this summer, following Casemiro's tip that led to the £39m move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. Arsenal are also tracking the 21-year-old Portuguese playmaker.
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Alex Scott's England exit clears path for Manchester United's £80m midfield move
Manchester United are targeting Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott as a realistic alternative to Elliot Anderson, with the 22-year-old set to leave England's World Cup camp and become available for transfer discussions and a potential medical.
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Arsenal revive £78m Nico Williams pursuit as young goalkeeper rejects contract
Arsenal have reignited their interest in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, whose €90m release clause could be triggered this summer, while goalkeeper Alexei Rojas is set to leave the club after turning down a new deal.
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Newcastle deny Hall fallout with Howe as Man United weigh left-back move
Newcastle have dismissed reports of a rift between Lewis Hall and manager Eddie Howe, with the club insisting their relationship remains strong. Manchester United are monitoring the left-back as they seek cover for Luke Shaw following Tyrell Malacia's departure.
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Man United's 100,000-seat stadium plans face uncertainty as Burnham eyes Makerfield seat
Manchester United's ambitious new Old Trafford development could be disrupted if Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election on June 18, with potential successors signalling they would review funding arrangements and land acquisition plans.
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Mourinho arrival and Dumfries signing leave Alexander-Arnold fighting for Real Madrid future
Trent Alexander-Arnold faces a battle for his starting place at Real Madrid after José Mourinho was confirmed as the club's new manager and the Spanish giants moved to sign Denzel Dumfries for £17.3 million.
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Hall ready to leave Newcastle after falling out with Howe as Man Utd circle
Lewis Hall is reportedly willing to quit Newcastle after a breakdown in his relationship with manager Eddie Howe, with Manchester United interested in signing the 21-year-old left-back, who is contracted at St James' Park until 2029.
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Mourinho targets free-agent Bernardo Silva as first Real Madrid signing on his return
Real Madrid are in advanced talks to sign former Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva as a free agent, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The move comes days after José Mourinho was confirmed as the club's new head coach.
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Man City weigh walking away from Anderson after £120m Forest bid rejected
Manchester City are considering withdrawing their pursuit of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson after a £121m offer — £106m plus £15m in add-ons — was turned down, with chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak unwilling to enter a bidding war.
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Man City weigh walking away from £120m Anderson bid as Forest hold firm on full fee
Manchester City have had a second bid of £120m for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson rejected, with Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis refusing to accept add-ons. City chairman Khaldoon Al-Mubarak is now considering pulling out of negotiations entirely.
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Tuchel backs Anderson to thrive amid £100m-plus transfer battle ahead of World Cup
England manager Thomas Tuchel has described Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson as the 'full package' and believes the £100m-plus interest from Manchester City is boosting rather than distracting the 22-year-old ahead of the World Cup.
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Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs signs with RAF ahead of August debut
Wrestling legend Jordan Burroughs, a 2012 Olympic champion and six-time World Championship gold medalist, has signed with RAF and will make his promotional debut at RAF 12 on Aug. 22 in Cleveland.
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Balerdi set to leave OM: Atlético, Juventus and Roma circle
Despite a contract running until 2028, Olympique de Marseille captain Leonardo Balerdi is expected to leave this summer if a satisfactory offer arrives. Atlético Madrid, Juventus, AS Rome and Nottingham Forest are reportedly interested.
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Gabriel trains alone this summer to force his way into Carrick's Man United plans
JJ Gabriel, who won't turn 16 until October, is putting in extra gym and pitch work this summer as he targets a senior Manchester United debut under new manager Michael Carrick during pre-season.
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Trabzonspor president insists Onana's salary demands met as £20m Man Utd exit looms
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan says the Turkish club have satisfied Andre Onana's financial requirements and expects the Manchester United goalkeeper to stay permanently. United need around £20m from the sale to comply with Premier League PSR rules.
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