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4Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Reijnders to join Manchester City: 70 million euro deal agreed

Tijjani Reijnders of AC Milan during the Serie A Enilive match between AS Roma and AC Milan at Stadio Olimpico on May 18, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Manchester City and AC Milan have reached an agreement on a transfer for Tijjani Reijnders, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported on Wednesday morning. The Citizens will pay an amount of around 70 million euros for the Dutch international. Earlier, Reijnders had already reached a personal agreement with Manchester City, and now the clubs have also reached an agreement. At the moment, the last wrinkles are being ironed out by both parties. In March, Reijnders extended his contract with AC Milan until the summer of 2030, but after two seasons, the 26-year-old midfielder is already moving on...

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4Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Madrid set to pursue number nine – Five options named

Dusan Vlahovic of Juventus FC looks on during the Serie A Enilive match between SS Lazio and Juventus FC at Stadio Olimpico on May 10, 2025 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Giuseppe Maffia/NurPhoto via Getty Images) Real Madrid sorely missed target man Joselu Mato this season, with the veteran forward’s contributions not replicated off the bench this season despite their offensive firepower. Now it seems Los Blancos will look for a similar option on the market this summer. Last year, the now 35-year-old Joselu Mato had the best goal contributions to minutes ratio of any Real Madrid player, scoring 17 times and assisting thrice in his 49 appearances. The former Castilla product also had a profound impact on opposition defences, clearing space for the likes of Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham....

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3Jun By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Jobe Bellingham agrees to join Borussia Dortmund

SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham shields the ball from Preston North End's Ryan Ledson during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sunderland AFC and Preston North End FC at Stadium of Light on March 11, 2025 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Alex Dodd - CameraSport via Getty Images) BILD report that Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham (19) has agreed to join Borussia Dortmund.Sky Germany also confirm the report, adding that the transfer fee is expected to be around €30m. This comes after Dortmund bosses and head coach Niko Kovac flew to Sunderland to convince the player, and more recently there was a meeting between BVB sporting director Sebastian Kehl and Bellingham in Ibiza. Eintracht Frankfurt – who at one point looked to be front-runners to sign Bellin...

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3Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Liverpool could face Florian Wirtz transfer delay that is out of their control

Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen looks on during the 1.Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund at BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany on May 11, 2025. Liverpool’s blockbuster club-record transfer for Florian Wirtz could be delayed by this month’s international football. A £109million deal is expected to be agreed for the German to join the Premier League club. Wirtz is understood to be close to becoming a Liverpool player over the coming weeks. He will join his former Bayer Leverkusen team-mate Jeremie Frimpong at Anfield, with the right-back’s own arrival announced last week. The 22-year-old is next on the Reds’ agenda and an agreement with Leverkusen could be closed soon. However, it could yet be a little while before he is formally confirmed as a Liverpool pla...

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1Jun By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Real Betis reach agreement to sign Bayern Munich star

ROTTACH-EGERN, GERMANY - JULY 24: Bryan Zaragoza of Bayern Muenchen looks during the pre-season friendly match between FC Rottach Egern and FC Bayern Munich at Sportplatz Birkenmoos on July 24, 2024 in Rottach-Egern, Bavaria on , Germany. Real Betis ended the 2024-25 season in disappointing fashion on multiple fronts, but they have put it behind them already in their quest to improve during the new campaign, which kicks off in August. Betis missed out on qualifying for the Champions League after a run of poor results at the end of the La Liga season, and earlier this week, they were defeated 4-1 by Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League. Despite this, they are not wallowing in pity – rather, they are looking to strengthen Manuel Pellegrini’s squad. It is already widely known that Alv...

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31May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Borussia Dortmund Continue Pursuit of Jobe Bellingham into the Weekend

SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - MARCH 11: Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham shields the ball from Preston North End's Ryan Ledson during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sunderland AFC and Preston North End FC at Stadium of Light on March 11, 2025 in Sunderland, England. The Jobe Bellingham Saga continues into the weekend after an expected decision this week. Bellingham, the nineteen year old Sunderland midfielder, has been a hot topic of discussion among Borussia Dortmund fans and transfer speculators the last week, and the saga doesn’t appear to be slowing down any time soon. The young Englishman has had a busy week following his Championship winning run to earn Sunderland’s promotion to the English Premier League a week ago. Bellingham held talks with BVB and then traveled to Frankfurt for...

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31May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Tottenham opening talks with Crystal Palace star

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze celebrates scoring his side's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Selhurst Park on May 20, 2025 in London, England. Tottenham are planning to hold talks with the agent of Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze about a summer move, according to their former scout. Mick Brown, who also worked as the chief scout at Man United and Blackburn and remains very well-connected at his former clubs, exclusively told Football Flame that the 26-year-old is seen as one of their top attacking targets. However, Palace are reluctant to let their star man leave this summer and will not entertain offers below his £68million release clause. Brown told Football Flame in February that Totten...

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30May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Theo Hernandez agent meets Milan after Al-Hilal bid

Theo Hernandez plays during the match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale in the Coppa Italia Semi-Finals at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milan, Italy, on April 2, 2025. Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal are reportedly preparing a huge offer to tempt Milan left-back Theo Hernandez, as his agent is meeting the clubs today. According to Sportitalia transfer expert Gianluigi Longari and Sky Sport Italia reporter Manuele Baiocchini, Al-Hilal decided to go all in on the France international this summer and has now made formal contact with the Serie A directors. Theo Hernandez’s agent will be at Milan headquarters today, where he will discuss the situation with new director of sport Igli Tare. Milan call in Theo Hernandez agent Milan are open to a sale, because his contract is running down in...

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30May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Garcia meets with his agents to analyse offers amid Barca transfer talk

Joan Garcia plays during the friendly match between Catalonia and Costa Rica at the Johan Cruyff Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on May 28, 2025. (Photo by Joan Valls/Urbanandsport/NurPhoto via Getty Images) The Joan Garcia transfer saga shows no signs of being resolved any time soon, with the latest update claiming the goalkeeper is still yet to make a decision. According to Gerard Romero, Garcia met his agents today and evaluated all the proposals on the table. The goalkeeper is now said to have interest from Barcelona, Serie A clubs and Andoni Iraola’s Bournemouth. Yet Garcia hasn’t made his mind up yet and will only make a decision when he feels it’s the right time. Barcelona must therefore wait and see if Garcia green lights a move to Hansi Flick’s side or whether he opts to head away ...

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29May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Atletico Madrid open to selling iconic defender this summer

VILLARREAL, SPAIN - MAY 25: Alex Baena of Villarreal CF in action during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Villarreal CF and Sevilla FC at La Ceramica stadium on May 25, 2025, in Villarreal, Spain. Atletico Madrid enjoyed a major summer transfer window last time round, forking out nearly €200m for the signings of Alexander Sorloth, Robin Le Normand, Conor Gallagher and Julian Alvarez. Los Colchoneros are looking ahead to a big summer again, but may have to make some difficult calls. The most recent moves are in midfield, with negotiations underway for Villarreal’s Alex Baena, and an agreement on personal terms with Real Betis’ Johnny Cardoso close. Baena is one of their priority targets, while Cardoso is their first choice in the holding role, as Diego Simeone tries to resolve a long...

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28May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Juventus contact Real Madrid over summer deal for attacker

SEVILLE, SPAIN - MAY 18: Endrick Felipe Moreira of Real Madrid runs with the ball during the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on May 18, 2025 in Seville, Spain. La Liga giants Real Madrid this week received fresh contact from their counterparts at Italian heavyweights Juventus, over a potential transfer for the summer. That’s according to Spanish journalist Eduardo Inda, who points towards Endrick as the player at the heart of the discussions. Frontman Endrick is for his part of course fresh off something of a hit-and-miss debut campaign in Spain’s capital. Though he showcased flashes of his undoubted potential, particularly in the Copa del Rey, the Brazilian found game-time largely difficult to come by. As much came with Kylian Mbappé...

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27May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Newcastle United given fresh hope – Brentford open to huge £60m deal

WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - MAY 25: Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo celebrates scoring the opening goal during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers FC and Brentford FC at Molineux on May 25, 2025 in Wolverhampton, England. Newcastle United have been linked with a move for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo throughout the season. Thomas Frank has reiterated that Brentford are “open” to offers for Bryan Mbeumo this summer amid reported Newcastle United interest. Speculation has ramped up regarding the Cameroon international’s future this season. An impressive 28 Premier League goal contributions helped Brentford fill the void left by Ivan Toney. A right-sided player, Mbeumo can also operate as a No.9 - a potentially useful asset to Newcastle. Alexander Isak is the undisputed first-cho...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Leverkusen confirm Liverpool interest in Wirtz

MAINZ, GERMANY - MAY 17: Florian Wirtz of Bayer 04 Leverkusen react during the Bundesliga match between 1. FSV Mainz 05 and Bayer 04 Leverkusen at MEWA Arena on May 17, 2025 in Mainz, Germany. At a press conference announcing former Manchester United coach Erik Ten Hag will take over as manager after Xabi Alonso's departure for Real Madrid, Rolfes said Liverpool were chasing Wirtz but a deal was not yet done. "He's our player... No question there's a lot of interest," Rolfes said. "It's an open topic with Florian, we'll see. "That there's concrete interest from Liverpool, that's clear, but there's nothing more to say at the moment." Liverpool have been linked with a big-money move for the 22-year-old, who recently visited Merseyside. Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro previously said he wo...

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26May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Man United agree Matheus Cunha deal

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 2: Wolverhampton Wanderers' Matheus Cunha in action during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers at Etihad Stadium on May 2, 2025 in Manchester, England. Manchester United have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Wolves striker Matheus Cunha with the club set to trigger his £62.5million release clause. A verbal agreement has been made with the forward joining on a five-year deal, with an option for a further year. United have endured a miserable season, losing in the Europa League final to Tottenham, and won't compete in Europe next season for just the second time in 35 years after finishing in 15th in the Premier League. Ruben Amorim is desperate to bolster his attacking options with Rasmus Hojlund misfiring, while Alejand...

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25May By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Bayern Munich ‘target £68m Premier League star as Wirtz alternative’

LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze celebrates scoring his side's fourth goal during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace FC and Wolverhampton Wanderers FC at Selhurst Park on May 20, 2025 in London, England. Bayern Munich are lining up a move for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze, as per a report. The Bundesliga giants have admitted defeat in their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz, with the £126million attacking midfielder looking Liverpool-bound. Reports in Germany revealed on Saturday that Wirtz informed Bayern chiefs of his desire to play for the Merseyside club, as he is keen on a new challenge outside of Germany after spending five years in Leverkusen's first team. Indeed, Bayern have turned their attention to alternatives, with Eze next o...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona negotiating a fee lower than €20m for outcast as he accepts Ligue 1 switch

Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Villarreal CF at Olímpic Lluís Companys on May 18, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Ansu Fati appears all set to bring an end to his tenure at FC Barcelona with tomorrow’s La Liga clash against Athletic Club expected to be his final one. The 22-year-old La Masia forward was seen as the future of the team when he broke into the senior setup as a teenager. Injuries and recurring physical problems, however, meant that he has been unable to live up to the potential. Having failed to feature much under Hansi Flick this season, Ansu is now set to be on the move in the summer, with AS Monaco set to be his next destination. Barcelona, Monaco negotiating fee It was earlier suggested that Ansu might be joining Monaco on a loan ...

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24May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Everton manager acknowledges club’s interest in Liam Delap

NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND - MARCH 3: Ipswich Town's Liam Delap warming up before the match during the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Nottingham Forest and Ipswich Town at City Ground on March 3, 2025 in Nottingham, England. Everton have already held talks with Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap and are also monitoring Liverpool winger Ben Doak, on loan at Championship side Middlesbrough. Delap, who has a £30m release clause following Ipswich’s relegation, is the subject of plenty of interest from clubs across the Premier League. He is reportedly wanted by Manchester United, Chelsea, and Newcastle United and although Everton are “a bit behind the black ball”, they could offer Delap the chance to lead the frontline next season and make him the face of their new project under the Frie...

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23May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Napoli improve offer for De Bruyne, Juventus inquire

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 20: Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne applauds the fans after the Premier League match between Manchester City and AFC Bournemouth at Etihad Stadium on May 20, 2025 in Manchester, England. Napoli have taken another step toward signing Kevin De Bruyne, increasing their proposal, and are waiting for the player and his family to decide. Everything is set to close the deal if they do agree to transfer to Campania, Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Moretto reports (via SOSFanta). At this stage, the Partenopei are competing primarily with the Chicago Fire. Liverpool have been linked but have different ideas at the moment, even though Mohamed Salah spoke publicly about this possibility. Juventus made a call too, but the Azzurri are by far the most determined suitors. Napol...

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21May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Brazilian giant Flamengo reportedly interested in Reyna

DORTMUND, GERMANY - MARCH 8: Gio Reyna of Borussia Dortmund warms up before the Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and FC Augsburg at Signal Iduna Park on March 8, 2025 in Dortmund, Germany. Gio Reyna is likely to be on the move this summer, but could South America be the destination instead of Europe? According to Brazilian outlet RTI Esporte, Flamengo is interested in a move for the Borussia Dortmund attacker. The report states a businessman brought Reyna's name to the attention of Flamengo sporting director José Boto, who passed along the recommendation to the team's coaching staff. Head coach Filipe Luis has given his approval for a move, which would be a season-long loan with a purchase option. Luis sees Reyna as a possible backup for attacking midfielder Giorgian de Arra...

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20May By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Bayern Munich close in on Jonathan Tah deal despite Barcelona interest

Jonathan Tah of Bayer 04 Leverkusen looks on during the 1.Bundesliga match between Bayer 04 Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund at BayArena, Leverkusen, Germany on May 11, 2025. Bayern Munich are making strong progress in their bid to sign Jonathan Tah from Bayer Leverkusen, with the German international agreeing terms with the Bavarian giants ahead of a potential summer move. According to a report from Foot Mercato, he 29-year-old centre-back has agreed to a four-year deal, though the option of a three-year contract with a fourth-year option is also on the table. His annual salary would be around €12 million. Despite the agreement Bayern are still not in the clear. Barcelona have also made a strong push to sign Tah, and the player has reportedly verbally agreed terms with the Catalan clu...

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