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Brighton set to sign Fati on loan from Barcelona

 Ansu Fati of FC Barcelona during the Friendly Joan Gamper trophy match between FC Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspurs FC at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 8, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain. Spain forward Ansu Fati is set to complete a surprise season-long loan move to Brighton from Barcelona.Fati has fallen down the pecking order at Barcelona, who need to create some space in their squad to sign Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo on loan.Brighton's deal for the 20-year-old does not include an obligation to buy.Tottenham had also been linked with Fati but he is understood to have been impressed by Brighton's style of play under manager Roberto de Zerbi.If the deal goes through as planned, it would be a major coup for Brighton, who will be playing European football this se...
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Aston Villa agree deal to sign 28-year-old Barcelona man

 Clement Lenglet of FC Barcelona during the Friendly Joan Gamper trophy match between FC Barcelona and Tottenham Hotspurs FC at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 8, 2023 in Barcelona, Spain.Aston Villa have agreed on a loan deal with Barcelona to take defender Clement Lenglet without a buy option included.According to Fabrizio Romano, Aston Villa will sign Clement Lenglet on a season-long loan deal from Barcelona. The Spanish giants were desperate to make space in their wage bill, and now the Premier League side will take over a chunk of the 28-year-old’s salary.Aston Villa have had a tremendous transfer window so far and brought in some notable names. Those included Moussa Diaby, Pau Torres and Youri Tielemans for decent fees. So far, the only black mark on their season was...
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Fulham sign Leicester’s Castagne on four year deal

 Leicester City's Timothy Castagne celebrates scoring his side's second goal during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Wolverhampton Wanderers at The King Power Stadium on April 22, 2023 in Leicester, United Kingdom.Fulham have signed Belgium full-back Timothy Castagne from Leicester on a four-year deal. Castagne, 27, departs Leicester after three seasons at the King Power Stadium. He has joined the Cottagers for an undisclosed fee until the summer of 2027, with an option to extend his deal by a further 12 months. “It’s been a long transfer window, but finally I’m here, and I’m happy to be here,” Castagne told FFCtv. “It’s a big relief. I’ve talked to the manager and I just can’t wait to start training and playing.” The Belgium international made 112 appearances for L...
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Bristol City defender Kalas joins Schalke

 Tomas Kalas of Bristol City reacts during the Carabao Cup First Round Match between Forest Green Rovers and Bristol City at The Energy Check New Lawn on August 10, 2021 in Nailsworth, England.Bristol City defender Tomas Kalas has joined German club FC Schalke 04 for an undisclosed fee.Kalas joined on loan from Chelsea in August 2018 before becoming the Robins' record signing the following July.The Czech international played 155 times for the Robins and was captain for the 2020-21 season, but injury restricted him to nine appearances last term.The 30-year-old has signed a two-year deal with the second-tier German side.
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Chelsea sign Lavia from Southampton in £58m deal

 Chelsea unveil new signing Romeo Lavia at Chelsea training Ground on August 18, 2023 in Cobham, England.Chelsea have completed the signing of Belgium midfielder Romeo Lavia from Southampton for an initial £53m. The 19-year-old has signed a seven-year contract in a deal which could rise by a further £5m with add-ons. Lavia made 34 appearances in all competitions last season but could not help prevent Saints’ relegation from the Premier League. “I’m really happy join Chelsea and be a part of this exciting project,” said Lavia. “It’s an amazing football club with a great history and I’m really excited to get started. “I can’t wait to meet all my new team-mates and build a chemistry to achieve great things together.” Liverpool were also keen on Lavia, but the Reds had a third bid – belie...
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Sassuolo wants only cash for Berardi as Juventus faces competition

Domenico Berardi (#10 US Sassuolo) goal celebrate during US Sassuolo Calcio against AC Monza, Serie A, at Mapei Stadium - Citta del Tricolore in Reggio Emilia on May, 19th 2023. Juventus is displaying a strong interest in acquiring Domenico Berardi during this transfer window. Certain reports suggest that he may have already reached an agreement regarding personal terms with Juventus. Berardi, recognised as one of the premier performers in his position within Serie A, has been in the sights of prominent clubs within the league for an extended period. The Bianconeri are enthusiastic about expediting his addition to their roster and there have been indications that they are contemplating incorporating promising young talents into their proposal. Nevertheless, as per a Tuttojuve report, ...
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Goalkeeper Hugo Lloris may leave Tottenham for Lazio

 Hugo Lloris of Tottenham Hotspur gives the team instructions during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St. James Park on April 23, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Former Tottenham captain Hugo Lloris could be headed to Lazio as the two clubs have opened talks regarding such a move. Lloris made clear earlier this summer his desire for a new challenge after 11 years at Spurs and was not involved in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Brentford. The World Cup winner is now closing in on a switch to Lazio after talks between the clubs started, but a final agreement on a fee is still to be reached, Planet Sport understands. If Lloris does leave, as has always been expected in this transfer window, his final appearance for Tottenham would be the thumping...
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Chelsea close in on Southampton star Romeo Lavia

 Romeo Lavia of Southampton during the Sky Bet Championship match between Sheffield Wednesday and Southampton FC at Hillsborough on August 4, 2023 in Sheffield, England. Southampton seem to have accepted Chelsea’s latest £53.5million bid for Romeo Lavia. Chelsea have reportedly had their £53.5million bid for Romeo Lavia accepted by Southampton, while Michael Olise is also in the Blues’ sights. The midfielder made it known to his club on Monday that he favoured a move to Stamford Bridge over Liverpool, who had had a similar bid accepted, with a deal having been reached on Tuesday night for him to join the west London club. Lavia will now undergo a medical in advance of becoming the eighth first-team signing the club have made this summer. He made 29 Premier League appearances last...
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Former Barcelona coach’s influence on Dembele arriving at PSG – report

 Ousmane Dembele passes the ball during a Paris Saint-Germain training session at Campus PSG on August 15, 2023 in Paris, France. FC Barcelona have been fortunate to have been lucky enough to be coached by some of the very best and most influences coaches to have ever graced the beautiful game through their vision of football and their style of play, each having left their mark on the long and proud history of the Catalan club. Several of these coaches continue to be active today as well. While Xavi Hernandez aspires to join that exclusive pedestal of coaching greats at Barcelona, the likes of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and now Luis Enrique at Paris Saint-Germain continue to showcase their elite tactical minds elsewhere as well. In a scenario involving the latter however, a...
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Neymar Complete to Al-Hilal move from PSG

 Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar controls the ball during a friendly football match against Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors, at the Asiad Main Stadium in Busan on August 3, 2023.Brazil forward Neymar has joined Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal from French champions Paris St-Germain. The deal for the former Barcelona player is understood to be worth about 90m euros (£77.6m) plus add-ons. Neymar, who joined PSG for a world-record fee of £200m in 2017, was left out of their squad for Saturday’s Ligue 1 draw against Lorient. The 31-year-old was not part of coach Luis Enrique’s plans for the new season. His exit also fits PSG’s strategy of moving away from the ‘Galacticos’ era of signing high-profile players for big fees and significant wages, with Lionel Messi also leaving the club earlier this summer....
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Neymar Still Wants FC Barcelona Return — Now Or After Al-Hilal Contract: Reports

 Neymar is seen in attendance during Game Four of the 2023 NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on June 09, 2023 in Miami, Florida. Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar still isn’t giving up hope of returning to FC Barcelona on the cusp of his expected transfer to Al-Hilal, according to L’Equipe. The Brazilian should complete his move sometime this week, after his current employers accepted an offer from the Saudis with whom he agreed personal terms at the weekend. Neymar has remained the subject of the world transfer record since 2017 when PSG triggered his €222 million ($243 million) release clause that summer. Six years on, the Qatari-owned Ligue 1 giants will receive €90 million ($100 million) for the forward who had a contract to run until mid...
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Chelsea sign Brighton’s Caicedo for initial £100m

 Moises Caicedo of Brighton & Hove Albion looks on during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City at American Express Community Stadium on May 24, 2023 in Brighton, England. Chelsea have completed the signing of Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo for £100m which could rise to a British record fee of £115m. Liverpool agreed a £111m move for the 21-year-old Ecuador player on Friday. But Caicedo’s preference was Chelsea and they finally succeeded with a bid on Sunday evening after having a succession of offers rejected. “I didn’t have to think twice when Chelsea called me, I just knew I wanted to sign for the club,” Caicedo said. “It’s a dream come true to be here and I can’t wait to get started with the team.” It is understood the initial...
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Al-Hilal agree deal with PSG for Neymar

 Neymar looks on during Game Three of the 2023 NBA Finals between the Denver Nuggets and the Miami Heat on June 7, 2023 at Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida.Paris St-Germain have agreed a deal to sell Brazil forward Neymar to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal for about 90m euros (£77.6m) plus add-ons. The transfer is subject to the 31-year-old completing a medical and all necessary paperwork. Neymar, who joined PSG for a world-record fee of £200m in 2017, was left out of their squad for the Ligue 1 draw against Lorient on Saturday. He was not part of coach Luis Enrique’s plans for the new season. His exit also fits PSG’s strategy of moving away from the ‘Galacticos’ era of signing high-profile players for big fees and significant wages, with Lionel Messi also leaving the club earlier this ...
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Chelsea agree British record £115m deal for Caicedo

 Moises Caicedo of Brighton & Hove Albion looks on during the Premier League Summer Series match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Newcastle United at Red Bull Arena on July 28, 2023 in Harrison, New Jersey.Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo for a British record fee of £115m.Liverpool agreed a £111m deal for the 21-year-old Ecuador player on Friday.But Caicedo's preference is Chelsea and they have finally succeeded with a bid after having a succession of proposals rejected by Brighton this summer.The fee means Chelsea will break the British record twice in 2023, following the £107m purchase of Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez in January.Caicedo, who was left out of Brighton's squad for their season-opening win at home to Luton Town, is st...
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PSG sign Dembele from Barcelona for £43.5m

 Ousmane Dembele looks on during a Paris Saint-Germain training session after signing his 5 year contract at Campus PSG on August 12, 2023 in Paris, France.Paris St-Germain have signed France forward Ousmane Dembele from Barcelona for £43.5m (50.4m euros).Dembele, 26, joined Barcelona from Borussia Dortmund for £135m in 2017 and scored 40 goals in 185 games, winning three La Liga titles.The 2018 World Cup winner has signed a five-year contract with the Ligue 1 champions."I am very happy to join Paris St-Germain and can't wait to play in my new colours," said Dembele."I hope I can continue to grow here and make all the club's fans proud."Dembele, who also won the Copa del Rey twice, signed a new two-year contract at Barcelona last year.Barca coach Xavi confirmed earlier this month that...
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Kane in Germany to complete Bayern move

 11 August 2023, Bavaria, Munich: Harry Kane, soccer player, arrives for medical check at a hospital. Kane is to move from Tottenham Hotspur to FC Bayern Munich. England captain Harry Kane has arrived in Germany for a medical at Bayern Munich as he nears a move from Tottenham. Bayern and Spurs agreed a deal worth more than 100m euros (£86.4m) for the 30-year-old on Thursday. The decision to move was then left up to Kane, who is Tottenham’s all-time top scorer with 280 goals in 435 appearances. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou confirmed on Friday the deal is “imminent”. Kane had one year left on his contract and was unlikely to stay with the club. Providing there are no unexpected issues, Kane’s move will be completed in time to start the Bundesliga season next week. It was felt the st...
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Tottenham’s Kane move to Bayern ‘imminent’

 England's Harry Kane during the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group C match between England and North Macedonia at Old Trafford on June 19, 2023 in Manchester, England. England captain Harry Kane is set to have a medical at Bayern Munich after being given permission to travel to Germany by Tottenham. Bayern and Spurs agreed a deal worth more than 100m euros (£86.4m) for the the 30-year-old on Thursday. The decision to move was then left up to Kane, who is Tottenham’s all-time top scorer with 280 goals in 435 appearances. Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou confirmed on Friday the deal is “imminent”. Kane had one year left on his contract and was unlikely to stay with the club. Providing there are no unexpected issues, Kane’s move will be completed in time to start the Bundesliga season nex...
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Liverpool agree £111m fee with Brighton for Caicedo

 Moises Caicedo of Brighton & Hove Albion looks on during the Premier League Summer Series match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Newcastle United at Red Bull Arena on July 28, 2023 in Harrison, New Jersey.Brighton rejected an £80m bid for midfielder Moises Caicedo from Premier League rivals Chelsea in July Liverpool have agreed a British record transfer fee of £111m with Brighton for midfielder Moises Caicedo. However, Chelsea are now trying to secure a deal for the Ecuador international despite Brighton rejecting a succession of bids from the club earlier in the summer. It is thought the 21-year-old’s preference would be to move to Stamford Bridge. It remains to be seen whether the Blues will now match Liverpool’s bid. Brighton had set a fee in excess of £100m for Caicedo ...
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Tottenham & Bayern agree deal in principle for Kane

 Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur acknowledges the fans during the pre-season friendly match between Tottenham Hotspur and Lion City Sailors at National Stadium on July 26, 2023 in Singapore. Bayern Munich and Tottenham have agreed a deal in principle for England captain Harry Kane worth more than 100m euros (£86.4m). Kane, 30, has one year left on his contract with Spurs and must now make a decision about whether or not to leave. The forward is Tottenham’s all-time top scorer with 280 goals in 435 appearances. Kane was linked with Manchester United earlier this summer before Bayern made him their main target. The striker’s future in London has been uncertain for several seasons while a number of Bayern bids were rejected earlier this summer. Most recently, Spurs turned down an offer o...
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West Ham want to sign Man City’s Palmer on loan

 Cole Palmer of England celebrates with the trophy after winning the UEFA Under-21 Euro 2023 final match between England and Spain on July 8, 2023 in Batumi, Georgia. West Ham are interested in signing Manchester City forward Cole Palmer on loan. Palmer has impressed with City after manager Pep Guardiola opted against sending the 21-year-old out on loan last season. He came on as a substitute and scored a stunning goal against Arsenal in the Community Shield on Sunday. Palmer was part of the England Under-21 side that won this summer’s European Championships. The development comes after City spoke to West Ham about the availability of midfielder Lucas Paqueta, who only joined them from Lyon 12 months ago. The Hammers have had bids accepted for Southampton midfielder James Ward-Pr...
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