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Ireland striker Michael Obafemi joins Swansea City

Michael Obafemi during a Southampton FC pre-season training session at the Staplewood Campus on July 07, 2021 in Southampton, England.Republic of Ireland striker Michael Obafemi completed his move to Swansea City on a three-year deal from Southampton for an undisclosed fee, believed to be between £1.5m and £2m, last night.The 21-year-old Dubliner joins the Swans under manager Russell Martin following the signing of defender Rhys Williams on loan from Liverpool. Swansea sit very close to relegation zone of the Championship, with only one win from five games.Obafemi made 39 appearances for the Saints – with 32 of those coming in the Premier League – and has scored five goals, including strikes against Manchester United and Chelsea.Born in Dublin but raised in England, he made his senior debu...
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Official: Barcelona sign Luuk De Jong

Luuk de Jong of Netherlands celebrates after scoring their team's second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar qualifying match between the Netherlands and Latvia at the Amsterdam Arena on March 27, 2021 in Amsterdam, Netherlands.Barcelona have signed 31-year-old striker Luuk De Jong from Sevilla on a season-long loan deal that was completed on Deadline Day, the club announced on Wednesday. Barça will not pay a loan fee but they will take De Jong’s wages and there is a buy option on the deal.!!Agreement with Sevilla for the loan of Luuk de Jong! Welcome, @LuukdeJong9! #DeJongCuler ❤️— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) September 1, 2021De Jong joins Barça in what has turned into a crazy Deadline Day for the Catalan giants, who tried to sign Edinson Cavani from Manchester United and João Félix...
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Chelsea will make one last bid to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde says transfer expert

Jules Kounde of Sevilla FC during the La Liga Santander match between Getafe v Sevilla at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez on August 23, 2021 in Getafte Spain.With the summer transfer window closing on Tuesday, there’s still time for Chelsea to delve into the market and make some last-minute additions.Never short of players being linked with a move to Stamford Bridge, Marina Granovskaia has her work cutout if she is to complete any incoming transfers.There also may be some outgoings with a few fringe players still being courted by various clubs around Europe.With Kurt Zouma completing a move to West Ham, the Blues are a defender light for the season and time is running out for a replacement to arrive.One defender who has had his name linked non-stop to Stamford Bridge is Sevilla’s Jules Kounde.T...
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Man United target Eduardo Camavinga ‘will sign for Real Madrid on as Rennes accept a £27m bid’

Rennes' French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga runs with the ball during the French L1 football match between Stade Rennais (Rennes) and RC Lens at The Roazhon Park Stadium in Rennes, northern France on August 8, 2021.Eduardo Camavinga is reportedly set to seal a deadline day move to Real Madrid after the LaLiga club had a £27million bid plus add-ons accpeted by Rennes. Camavinga, who has also had interest from Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, is out of contract at the end of the season and Real look to have won the race for the highly rated 18-year-old.According to Italian football journalist , Camavinga completed a medical with the Spanish side on Monday evening after choosing Real over the Red Devils.Rennes have kept the Camavinga out of their starting line-up for their last...
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Kylian Mbappe’s stunning transfer to Real Madrid ‘called off’ as talks with PSG end

Kylian Mbappe of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final match between FC Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain at Allianz Arena on April 07, 2021 in Munich, Germany.After all of the talk, the potential of the most expensive transfer of the summer, the ‘tic tac’ from El Chiringuito, Real Madrid have pulled out of a deal to sign Kylian Mbappe, according to RMC Sport. The news comes as a slight surprise given the player’s clear desire to make his dream come true by landing a move to the Bernabeu, but, the fact is, Madrid were priced out of a move, with a demand of €200 million reported earlier.In one year, Florentino Perez will take a look back at the short-lived saga with much relief. There was no need to splas...
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Bayern Munich announce signing of RB Leipzig midfielder Sabitzer

Newly signed Player of FC Bayern Muenchen Marcel Sabitzer poses for a photo with a jersey after his contract signing with FC Bayern Muenchen at Saebener Strasse training ground on August 30, 2021 in Munich, Germany.Austria midfielder Marcel Sabitzer will be reunited with former coach Julian Nagelsmann at Bayern Munich after completing a move from RB Leipzig, the German champions announced today. The Leipzig captain, who has signed a deal up to 2025, was left out of the squad for Sunday’s 1-0 loss at Wolfsburg.“I’m delighted to have the opportunity to play for FC Bayern,” Sabitzer said in a club statement.“As a child my Bayern kit was my pride and joy — I got a new one at Christmas every year.“I’ll give everything for this club, I want to win as many matches as possible and of course c...
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Aston Villa eyeing a £15 million raid on Premier League giants before window closes

Curtis Jones of Liverpool scores their side's first goal during the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Liverpool at Bramall Lane on February 28, 2021 in Sheffield, England.Aston Villa have been linked with a move for Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones.The 20-year-old has forced his way into Jurgen Klopp’s first-team plans over the past year and is highly rated at the Merseyside club.Jones has the potential to develop into a top-class player for Liverpool, and it is no surprise that other Premier League clubs are keeping tabs on him.Villa could definitely use more creativity in their midfield after Jack Grealish’s departure to Manchester City.They tried to sign Emile Smith Rowe earlier this summer, but Arsenal rejected their advances.Jones has sparkled in various midfield role...
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Chelsea defender joins London rivals in permanent transfer

France's defender Kurt Zouma takes part in a training session at the Grbavica stadium in Sarajevo, on March 30, 2021, on the eve of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 qualification Group D football match between Bosnia Herzegovina and France.Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma has completed a transfer to London rivals West Ham United, signing a four-year deal with the east London outfit.As confirmed by the club’s official website, Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma has completed a permanent transfer to fellow Premier League outfit West Ham United, bringing an end to a seven-year association with the Blues.Signed from Saint-Etienne in 2014, Zouma has had a stop-start career at Chelsea. Having impressed initially, the Frenchman dropped down the pecking order due to injuries and poor form, and then had to go out...
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Tottenham Reach Agreement With Ilaix Moriba

Ilaix Moriba during the match between FC Barcelona B and UE Olot, corresponding to the week 13 of the Second Division B, played at the Johan Cruyff Stadium, on 24th January 2021, in Barcelona, Spain.Ilaix Moriba has agreed personal terms with Tottenham Hotspur, who are prepared to enter negotiations with Barcelona over the potential move.According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as a real contender in the race to sign Ilaix Moriba. They have reached personal agreement with the player and are expected to hold talks with Barcelona over the transfer.The Spanish giants are holding out for a fee of €20 million, with Spurs likely to submit an offer soon. Moriba is keen on playing in the Premier League, so it won’t be surprising to see a move being made off...
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Sissoko departs for Watford as Tottenham sign Sarr

Pape Matar SARR of Metz during the Ligue 1 football match between Metz and Lille at Stade Saint-Symphorien on August 8, 2021 in Metz, France.Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Pape Sarr from Metz and that Moussa Sissoko has departed for Premier League rivals Watford. Sarr is highly rated in France and returns to the Ligue 1 side on loan for the 2021/22 season, while Sissoko's time at the club has drawn to a close five years after joining from Newcastle. "We have reached agreement with Watford for the transfer of Moussa Sissoko," a statement read on the club's official website. "The midfielder joined us from Newcastle United in August, 2016 and made 202 appearances for us in all competitions. "Moussa established himself as a key member of the squad in 2017/18, makin...
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Manchester United agree to deal for return of Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal looks on during the international friendly match between Spain and Portugal at Wanda Metropolitano stadium on June 04, 2021 in Madrid, Spain.Cristiano Ronaldo looks set to return to Manchester United after the club announced on Friday, they have reached a deal to re-sign him from Juventus, 12 years after he left the English giants for Real Madrid.In a short statement on the club’s website, United said they were “delighted to confirm that the club has reached an agreement with Juventus for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo, subject to agreement of personal terms, visa and medical".On Friday United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hinted at a return saying: “Ronaldo is a legend of the club, and the greatest player of all time if you ask me. I didn't think he'd leave...
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Ronaldo agrees Man City move, Juventus offered swap deal

Cristiano Ronaldo of Juventus looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Juventus and Atalanta BC at Allianz Stadium on August 14, 2021 in Turin, Italy.According to Diario AS in Spain, Cristiano Ronaldo has reached an agreement with Manchester City, but Juventus have refused to include Raheem Sterling in a swap deal.Juventus directors met Jorge Mendes this morning with the agent pushing for Ronaldo’s move to Manchester City.The Old Lady is unwilling to let the 36-year-old leave on a free transfer and wants at least €25m to let Ronaldo move to the Etihad Stadium.According to Diario AS in Spain, the Portuguese ace has already reached an agreement with City, with the Premier League champions offering a two-year, €15m-a-year deal. According to the same report, Manchester City are o...
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Matheus Cunha completes Atletico Madrid move

Gold medalists Richarlison #10 and Matheus Cunha #9 of Team Brazil celebrate with their gold medal during the Men's Football Competition Medal Ceremony on day fifteen of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at International Stadium Yokohama on August 07, 2021 in Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan.Atletico Madrid have officially announced the transfer of Matheus Cunha from Hertha Berlin. The Olympic Gold Medal winners joins the club until June 2026 after putting pen to paper on a five-year contract.The clubs are yet to disclose the exact transfer amount but Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that Atletico Madrid have paid €26 million to complete the transfer of the Brazilian.The agreement also sees Hertha Berlin entitled to receive ten per cent of any future sales for Matheus Cunha.Atletico Madrid have finally e...
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PSG turn down Real Madrid’s €160m bid for Kylian Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates after scoring their side's first goal during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match between FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain at Camp Nou on February 16, 2021 in Barcelona, Spain.Paris Saint-Germain have turned down a rumoured €160 million bid from Real Madrid for Kylian Mbappe and branded their approach for the player “illegal”.PSG sporting director Leonardo admits the France forward, who has only one year left on his contract, is angling to leave the club.However, Leonardo insists Mbappe will only be allowed to move to Madrid if their valuation is met.“Kylian Mbappe wants to leave, it seems clear to me. If Real Madrid makes an offer, it seems clear to me. I am giving a position, which I think is clear to everyone,” Leonardo told Fre...
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Inter Set Deadline For Deal To Sign Everton Target

The player of Lazio Joaquin Correa celebrating after the score during the match Lazio-Genoa at the stadio Olimpico. Rome (Italy), 02 May, 2021.Inter have set a deadline for the completion of a deal to sign Everton target Joaquin Correa this summer, it has been claimed in Italy. Correa is pushing for a move away from Lazio in the final week of the transfer window and was left out of their squad in the opening weekend of their season, with Maurizio Sarri feeling he is not in the best place to play mentally. The Argentine wants to move on and he is a big target for Everton who have tabled a bid and are prepared to offer him a lucrative contract.But the forward has a clear preference for Inter and are ready to accept a less lucrative contract to move to the San Siro. Inter have ...
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Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira is ‘close to a loan move to Fiorentina’

Lucas Torreira of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the La Liga Santander match between Levante UD and Atletico Madrid at Ciutat de Valencia on February 17, 2021 in Valencia, Spain.Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira is reportedly closing in on a move to Italian side Fiorentina after being informed he is not part of Mikel Arteta's plans.The move is thought to be a loan move with the obligation to buy at the end. Torreira's agent Pablo Bentancur has spoken about the midfielder's desire to return to Italy where he played for Serie A side Sampdoria. However, the Uruguayan had expressed his intention to fight for his place in the Arsenal side but has now been frozen out by Arteta, according to football.london.The 25-year-old has been training individually at Colney since arriving back...
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Arsenal sign Odegaard from Real Madrid as Ramsdale completes medical

Arsenal unveil new signing Martin Odegaard at London Colney on August 20, 2021 in St Albans, England.Arsenal have signed midfielder Martin Odegaard from Real Madrid for a fee in the region of £30m while goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale has completed a medical before a move from Sheffield United.Norway international Odegaard, 22, spent the second half of last season on loan at Emirates Stadium.He made 20 appearances in all competitions and scored two goals.The deal for England Under-21 international Ramsdale is worth £24m plus a further £6m in add-ons. Ramsdale, 23, who made 38 Premier League appearances for the Blades last season, will join Bernd Leno and Runar Alex Runarsson as Arsenal's goalkeepers."There is still some paperwork but his medical is done, still a few things to sort with Sheffiel...
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Turkish midfielder Ozan Tufan moves to Premier League club Watford

Ozan Tufan of Fenerbahce reacts during Turkish Super Lig 1st week soccer match between Adana Demirspor and Fenerbahce at Basaksehir Yeni Adana Stadium in Adana, Turkey on August 15, 2021.Watford signed Turkish midfielder Ozan Tufan on loan from Fenerbahce on Thursday."Watford FC is delighted to announce the signing of Turkey international midfielder Ozan Tufan from Fenerbahce, on a season-long loan with an option to buy," the English Premier League club said in a statement."... Welcome to Watford, Ozan!" it added.Playing in the center of the park, Tufan, 26, scored 21 goals and produced 24 assists in 174 appearances for Fenerbahce. Before Fenerbahce, Tufan had played for Turkey's Bursaspor, where he began his career.He joined Fenerbahce in 2015 but had a half-season loan spell at Aytemiz ...
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Batshuayi extends Chelsea contract but joins Besiktas on loan

Michy Batshuayi of Crystal Palace celebrates after scoring their first goal during the Premier League match between Everton and Crystal Palace at Goodison Park on April 5, 2021 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.  Forward Michy Batshuayi has joined Turkish side Besiktas on loan until the end of the season after extending his contract with Chelsea until 2023.It is the 27-year-old's fifth loan spell since joining the Blues in 2016.Batshuayi has previously had stints with Borussia Dortmund, Valencia and two spells at Crystal Palace, where he scored two goals in 18 league appearances last season.The Belgian has not featured for Chelsea since February 2020.Turkish side Besiktas won the 2020-21 Super Lig and will feature in the Champions League.Since arriving at Stamford Bridge from Marseille fo...
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Abraham joins Roma from Chelsea for £34m

AS Roma new signing Tammy Abraham (R) poses with his new jersey alonside Club's General Manager football Tiago Pinto at Centro Sportivo Fulvio Bernardini on August 17, 2021 in Rome, Italy.Striker Tammy Abraham has completed a 40m euro (£34m) move to Italian side Roma from Chelsea.Abraham, Chelsea's joint top scorer last season, joins the Serie A club - managed by former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho - on a five-year deal.It is understood the deal for the 23-year-old England international includes a buy-back clause set at £68m."You can sense when a club really wants you - and Roma made their interest clear immediately," said Abraham. "Roma is a club that deserves to be fighting for titles and trophies. I've had the experience of winning major trophies and I want to be in those competitions ag...
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