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Tottenham waiting for Euro 2024 to end to sign £60m Premier League midfielder

 Eberechi EzeTottenham are pressing to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze this summer.According to The Times, Tottenham are willing to hold off on making a bid for Crystal Palace’s Eze until after Euro 2024.Spurs want to improve on their successful debut season under Ange Postecoglou, which saw them finish fifth in the Premier League and only miss out on playing in the Champions League narrowly.However, under the leadership of the new manager, the team has emerged as an attacking force with the club now prepared to back Postecoglou in the transfer window this summer.The midfielder is currently away on international duty with England, although he has not played much for Gareth Southgate’s team at the Euros.His form in the Premier League last season has impressed a number of cl...
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Chelsea offer three players in deal to sign Enzo Maresca’s top transfer target

Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall of Leicester City celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Brentford FC at The King Power Stadium on August 07, 2022 in Leicester, England. Chelsea have offered three first-team players to Leicester City in a proposed player-plus-cash deal to sign Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, according to reports.The Blues have identified Dewsbury-Hall as a key target this summer, with new manager Enzo Maresca keen to reunite with a player he managed at Leicester.Dewsbury-Hall has made over 100 league appearances for Leicester and helped the Foxes win the Championship last season and secure an immediate return to the Premier League.The 25-year-old midfielder is said to be open to leaving his boyhood club this summer an...
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Newcastle United told to pay €40-50 million to bring 26-year-old defender back to PL

 Fikayo Tomori of AC Milan celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A TIM match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 22, 2024 in Milan, Italy.Newcastle United will have to cough up €40-50 million to sign 26-year-old English defender Fikayo Tomori from AC Milan in the summer transfer window.According to a report by Italian outlet Calciomercato, Fikayo Tomori is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies are keen on signing another centre-back in the summer transfer window despite landing Lloyd Kelly in a Bosman move. Meanwhile, AC Milan will demand around €40-50 million to sell the 26-year-old defender.Fikayo Tomori and his journey at AC MilanFikayo Tomori has established himself as one of the best defenders in Serie...
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Foden returning to England after birth of third child

 Phil Foden of Manchester City celebrates victory on pitch with the match ball after scoring a hat-trick during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on April 03, 2024 in Manchester, England.England midfielder Phil Foden will return to Euro 2024 Germany after travelling to the United Kingdom for the birth of his third child.The 24-year-old left the England camp for what the Football Association said on Wednesday was a "pressing family matter".Foden, who has 37 caps, has started all three of England's group games at the tournament.England play Slovakia in the last 16 on Monday (NZT) in Gelsenkirchen and Foden should be involved in training on Saturday.Manager Gareth Southgate's side finished top of Group C with five points from three matches...
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Katie Zelem and Lucia Garcia departures confirmed by United

 Leah Galton, Ella Toone, Katie Zelem and Millie Turner of Manchester United celebrate with the FA Cup trophy after winning the Adobe Women's FA Cup Final match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley Stadium on May 12, 2024 in London, England.Manchester United Women captain Katie Zelem will leave the club after 6 years. This news was confirmed by the club via social media announcement on Thursday. Zelem became captain after the departure of Alex Greenwood and was one of the first names on the teamsheet each week under both Casey Stoney and Marc Skinner.This announcement follows a Wednesday announcement that Lucia Garcia would also leave at the end of the month when her contract expires.Zelem made 161 appearances for United after joining from Juventus in 2018 and im...
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Report: Chelsea eyeing record-breaking move for Newcastle United forward

Alexander Isak of Newcastle United leaves the field injured during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Newcastle United at Villa Park on January 30, 2024 in Birmingham, England.Chelsea’s Pursuit of Alexander Isak: A Strategic Move Amidst Record Transfer SpeculationsChelsea’s recent enquiry about Newcastle United’s striker Alexander Isak underscores their ambition to bolster their attacking line-up. As reported by the Daily Mail, the potential acquisition would likely surpass the club’s record fee, pointing to Chelsea’s serious intent in the transfer market.Record-Breaking Fee on the Horizon?Chelsea’s interest in Isak comes with the understanding that securing his signature could exceed the £115m they spent on Moises Caicedo, setting a new club record. Isak’s impressive tally o...
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Aston Villa transfer twist can push Chelsea closer to £40m Jhon Duran deal

 Maximilian Beier of Germany reacts during the international friendly match between Germany and Ukraine at Max-Morlock-Stadion on June 03, 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany. Aston Villa reportedly hold a 'concrete' interest in highly-rated striker Maximilian Beier as they enter a transfer race with potential for huge ramifications on Jhon Duran's future.Unai Emery is aiming to upgrade his squad, with rumours in the opening weeks of the transfer window suggesting movement within Villa's goalscoring department to come. So far exit rumours have largely fuelled this, though now the club has been rumoured to want to make an exciting addition before the season's start.According to Sky Germany, interest has been established in coveted TSG Hoffenheim striker Beier with information regarding the...
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Manchester United Rekindle Interest in Roma Talisman

 Paulo Dybala of AS Roma gestures during the friendly between AC Milan and AS Roma at Optus Stadium on May 31, 2024 in Perth, Australia. Manchester United could re-launch their interest in Roma ace Paulo Dybala after Erik ten Hag placed him high on his shortlist. According to Il Messaggero via TMW, the Argentine’s affordable €12m release clause has enticed the Dutchman to instruct the Red Devils powerbrokers to reignite their interest in the former Juventus forward.Dybala’s clause means any foreign club could price him out of Roma in the first two weeks of July for a bargain fee. The 30-year-old’s contract at the Stadio Olimpico runs out next summer. He turned down a lucrative approach from Al-Nassr a fortnight ago to pledge his future to Roma. But, the parties have yet to meet t...
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Fabrizio Romano details injury update on Edson Alvarez after West Ham star blow

 Edson Alvarez of West Ham United celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Premier League match between Everton FC and West Ham United at Goodison Park on March 02, 2024 in Liverpool, England. West Ham are awaiting test results after Mexico star Edson Alvarez was ruled out of Copa America with a hamstring injury, according to Fabrizio Romano.The Italian transfer specialist reported via his personal X account on Monday (24 June) that the staff at the London Stadium are not expecting a big injury after the midfielder was substituted during a 1-0 defeat to Jamaica on Sunday 23 June.The 26-year-old was “visibly distraught” after falling to the floor in agony, as per Premier Sports, but it seems the injury is not expected to be as serious as first thought.West Ham United su...
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Manchester United Faces Crucial Decision on Striker

 Mason Greenwood of Getafe CF looks on during the warmup in the LaLiga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and UD Las Palmas at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on March 02, 2024 in Getafe, Spain. Manchester United and Greenwood: A Summer of DecisionsMason Greenwood is capturing significant interest this summer, with the Manchester United forward’s future being a major topic of discussion as the summer transfer window progresses. The young forward, who spent the entire 2023/24 season on loan at Getafe in La Liga, netted an impressive 10 goals. The Spanish side has expressed a clear desire to retain the services of the 22-year-old for the upcoming season.Greenwood’s Impact at GetafeGreenwood’s stint at Getafe has not gone unnoticed, and the club’s president, Angel Torres, has publicly mention...
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Newcastle make enquiry for 24-year-old Premier League attacker

 Pedro Neto of Wolverhampton Wanderers reacts after missing a chance during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa at Molineux on October 08, 2023 in Wolverhampton, England.Newcastle United have been linked with a move for the Wolverhampton Wanderers winger Pedro Neto.The 24-year-old Portuguese international has done quite well in the Premier League this past season and his performances have attracted the attention of the Magpies.According to a report from HITC, Newcastle are hoping to secure his signature and it remains to be seen whether they can agree on a fee with Wolves. They have already made an enquiry for the winger.Newcastle need to add more cutting edge and unpredictability to their attack and the 24-year-old would be the ideal acquisition. ...
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Arsenal lose Bukayo Saka understudy as Mikel Arteta faces more questions

 Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, acknowledges the fans following the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on May 19, 2024 in London, England. The Arsenal youth development pathway has come in for more criticism once again following the news that Amario Cozier-Duberry is set to leave the club when his deal expires in the summer. football flame understands that despite hoping to keep the attacker and offering a new deal, the 19-year-old has opted instead to look elsewhere for more guarantees over his senior playing time.Few can begrudge this decision. Despite the hype and appreciation, Cozier-Duberry has been unceremoniously snubbed by Mikel Arteta on numerous occasions when the opportunity to hand him a senior debut emerged.It was Charles Sa...
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Man City star Kevin De Bruyne shares thoughts on Belgium retirement after Euro 2024

  Kevin De Bruyne of Belgium poses for a portrait during the Belgium Portrait session ahead of the UEFA EURO 2024 Germany on June 12, 2024 in Ludwigsburg, Germany.Kevin De Bruyne doesn't want to think about international retirement just yet - despite conceding this could be his last European Championships.The Manchester City marvel took the game by the scruff of the neck in the second half as he netted Belgian's second goal in their professional 2-0 triumph over Romania in Cologne.The Man of the Match told media: "I haven't really thought about whether this is the end of my international career. I don't like thinking about when I'm retiring or my future. I have not decided when I'm going to finish. I've been playing in this team for 10 years and I have a lot of knowledge to pass ...
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Newcastle respond to Liverpool move for Minteh

 Yankuba Minteh of Feyenoord during the Dutch Eredivisie match between Feyenoord v Excelsior at the Stadium Feijenoord on May 19, 2024 in Rotterdam Netherlands.Newcastle United have rebuffed initial interest from Liverpool in their teenage starlet Yankuba Minteh.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, senior correspondent Pete O’Rourke revealed Liverpool had Minteh on their radar due to his connections with Arne Slot.Slot managed Minteh at Feyenoord last season in what was a successful year of development for the Gambian winger, who scored 10 goals in 27 Eredivisie games in Rotterdam whilst on loan from the Magpies.Borussia Dortmund are also tracking the player’s progress, with Newcastle set to receive a considerable profit should they opt to sell.Newca...
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Club fail with offers for Manchester United star

 Mason Greenwood of Getafe CF warms up prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between Getafe CF and RCD Mallorca at Coliseum Alfonso Perez on May 26, 2024 in Getafe, Spain. Manchester United have been left unimpressed by Serie A giants Lazio’s proposals for Mason Greenwood this summer.The Premier League giants want to sell the striker this summer following an impressive loan spell at Getafe last season.Manchester United want somewhere around €40m from the sale of Grenwood in the ongoing transfer window.Lazio have been in talks with Manchester United about signing him and have tabled bids as part of the negotiations.However, according to Italian daily Il Messaggero (via Calciomercato.com), the offers from Lazio are yet to cut the mustard with Manchester United this summer.Lazio’s ini...
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Fabrizio Romano Provides Major Update on Chelsea’s Pursuit of £60m Star

Michael Olise of Crystal Palace during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Sheffield United at Selhurst Park on January 30, 2024 in London, England.In a compelling turn of events within the transfer market, Crystal Palace is determined to keep their shining star, Michael Olise, away from the clutches of Chelsea. As the summer transfer window heats up, Palace have put forward a lucrative new deal to Olise, signalling their intent to retain his services amidst growing interest from several Premier League giants.Chelsea Leads Pursuit Amid Rival InterestThe French winger, known for his agility and precise goal-scoring ability, has garnered significant attention after an impressive season. During the 2023/24 campaign, Olise notched up 10 goals in just 19 appearances, sparking a ...
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Manchester City receive Kalvin Phillips ‘enquiry’ as Pep Guardiola faces decision

Kalvin Phillips of West Ham United during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and West Ham United at St. James Park on March 30, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.Everton have reportedly made an enquiry over out-of-favour Manchester City midfielder Kalvin Phillips.The 28-year-old spent the second half of the season on loan at West Ham but struggled to rediscover his form. He made just eight appearances for then-manager David Moyes and his future at the Etihad remains uncertain.Phillips endured a nightmare period at City after managing just 10 appearances for Pep Guardiola's side in the first half of the campaign. After failing to take his chance during three games when Rodri was suspended, the City boss admitted that he struggled to see Phillips in his City team.The Toffee...
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West Ham close in on released Sheffield United man

Sheffield United goalkeeper Wes Foderingham shouts during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Sheffield United at Old Trafford on April 24, 2024 in Manchester, England.West Ham are expected to announce the signing of Sheffield United goalkeeper Wes Foderingham upon the expiry of his Blades contract.The goalkeeper was one of a number of United players to be released at the end of their current deals and Foderingham had made it known that he was keen on moving closer to where he grew up in London after a career that has taken him to Swindon, Rangers and Sheffield since leaving Crystal Palace more than a decade ago.Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano confirmed that all the relevant paperwork has been signed and the deal, which will see Foderingham join the Hammers as third ...
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Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal performance shows Erik ten Hag and Manchester United were right

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks dejected after Lukas Provod of Czechia (not pictured) scores his team's first goal during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Portugal and Czechia at Football Stadium Leipzig on June 18, 2024 in Leipzig, GermanyThe dust settled on Cristiano Ronaldo's acrimonious divorce from Manchester United such a long time ago it was not even mentioned on the BBC's coverage of Portugal against Czech Republic.The 39-year-old has played in Saudi Arabia since January last year and few could name the specific club, such is the lack of interest in the Saudi Pro League retirement home. But Ronaldo still generates reverence.His namesake was dubbed Il Fenomeno but Ronaldo is the true phenomenon. This is his sixth Euros 20 years on from the first. Francisco Conceição,...
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Chiwome extends stay at Wolves

Leon Chiwome of Wolverhampton Wanderers looks on during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Villa Park on March 30, 2024 in Birmingham, England.WARRIORS prospect Leon Chiwome has signed a new contract with Wolverhampton Wanderers which will keep him at the English Premier League club until 2028.Reports from England yesterday indicated that the 18-year-old, who is teammate to Warriors star Tawanda Chirewa at Wolves, signed a deal that includes an option for a further year.Chiwome, who made his Premier League debut towards the end of last season, joined Wolves’ academy from AFC Wimbledon two years ago.He is expected to remain at Wolves next season to compete for a place in the first team, allowing fellow academy striker Nathan Fraser to leave on loan f...
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