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Leicester City: Napoli attacker Adam Ounas eyed by Brendan Rodgers ahead of 2020/2021

Adam Ounas of SSC Napoli in action during the Serie A match between US Sassuolo and SSC Napoli at Mapei Stadium - Citta' del Tricolore on March 10, 2019 in Reggio nell'Emilia, Italy. According to a report in the paper edition of Corriere del Mezzogiorno via Leicestershire Live, Leicester City have made an offer towards Napoli forward Adam Ounas to increase his wages, trying to jump ahead of other clubs in the race for his signature.  The promising Algerian international, who started 14 Ligue 1 games on loan at Nice last season, has found consistent game-time hard to come by throughout his Napoli career, but a number of Premier League clubs are reportedly trying to offer him an exit from the Stadio San Paolo. Indeed, according to recent reports, West Ham as well as Leicester are...
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Chelsea left back Emerson on Napoli’s radar — report

Chelsea's Emerson Palmieri gestures after Arsenal's Hector Bellerin scores his side's second goal during the Premier League match between Chelsea FC and Arsenal FC at Stamford Bridge on January 21, 2020 in London, United Kingdom. Emerson may have gotten an official shirt number for 2020-21, the No.33 as before, but as we saw in the case of Michy Batshuayi, that doesn’t guarantee an actual place in the squad for the season that’s about to start in a couple days.  In fact, it would be surprising if Emerson stayed, especially considering that he’s now just third-choice for the position after the arrival of (currently injured) Ben Chilwell, and fourth if we also consider the versatile Cesar Azpilicueta. But Chelsea also don’t want to let him go just for peanuts, as the rejection of...
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Chelsea reject Inter offers for Kante, including Eriksen in part-exchange

Frank Lampard, Manager of Chelsea (C) looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League round of 16 second leg match between FC Bayern Muenchen and Chelsea FC at Allianz Arena on August 08, 2020 in Munich, Germany. Chelsea have rejected an offer for N’Golo Kante from Internazionale that included Marcelo Brozovic and have told the Italian club they are not interested in a deal involving the former Tottenham midfielder Christian Eriksen. Antonio Conte has made Kante a top target and Inter, who do not have a big budget, are weighing up whether to continue their pursuit of the midfielder. Conte will have to raise funds through player sales if he wants to make a straight cash offer. Inter were left disappointed after testing the water with a part-exchange offer including Brozovic, the 27-year-...
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Inter sign Kolarov from Roma

STADIO OLIMPICO GRANDE TORINO, TURIN, ITALY - 2020/07/29: Aleksandar Kolarov of AS Roma in action during the Serie A football match between Torino FC and AS Roma. AS Roma won 3-2 over Torino FC. Inter have signed left-back Aleksandar Kolarov from fellow Serie A side Roma on a permanent deal for an initial fee of €1.5million. Kolarov, who has also played for Lazio in the Italian top flight, is believed to have signed a one-year deal with the option of a second season. The agreement between Inter and Roma includes numerous possible add-ons worth up to €500,000, depending on various targets being met. Serbia international Kolarov, 34, made 132 appearances during a three-season spell at the Stadio Olimpico, scoring 19 goals – seven of those coming in the 2019-20 Serie A campaign. ...
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Done deal: West Brom forward Oliver Burke joins Sheffield United in swap deal with Callum Robinson

Oliver Burke of Deportivo Alaves(loan) controls the ball during the Liga match between Real Betis Balompie and Deportivo Alaves at Estadio Benito Villamarin on July 16, 2020 in Seville, Spain. Sheffield United have secured their fourth signing of the week after announcing Oliver Burke from West Bromwich Albion for an undisclosed fee. The Scottish international has arrived on a three-year deal that sees Callum Robinson going the other way, also for an undisclosed fee. The 23-year-old becomes Chris Wilder's fourth signing of the week following the recent additions of Derby duo Max Lowe and Jayden Bogle and Chelsea loanee Ethan Ampadu. Burke spent last week on international duty with Scotland - coming off the bench with 16 minutes to go in the UEFA Nations League match at home to Is...
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Manchester United ‘prioritise attacking signings over Sergio Reguilon’

Jadon Sancho of Borussia Dortmund looks on during the pre-season friendly match between Borussia Dortmund and SC Paderborn on August 28, 2020 in Dortmund, Germany. Manchester United reportedly remain interested in signing Real Madrid left-back Sergio Reguilon, but boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is prioritising attacking reinforcements. Recently-capped Spain international Reguilon is behind Ferland Mendy in the Madrid pecking order and has been linked with an exit, despite his impressive form on loan with Sevilla last time out. However, ESPN claims that United are in no rush to finalise a transfer for the Madrid defender as Solskjaer first wants to try to bring in a new attacker. Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho is said to be Solskjaer's primary target, although there is an acceptan...
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Arsenal offered chance to seal surprise loan signing of PSG star

Alphonse Areola of Real Madrid(loan) warms up before the spanish league, LaLiga, football match played between Real Madrid and Villarreal CF at Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium on July 16, 2020 in Valdebebas, Spain. Arsenal have reportedly been offered the loan signing of Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Alphonse Areola this summer. The Gunners could do well to snap up the France international, who could replace Emiliano Martinez as Mikel Arteta’s backup goalkeeper, according to the Daily Mirror. Areola has shown plenty of promise throughout his career, even if he doesn’t quite look like the kind of player who’d be likely to replace Bernd Leno as Arsenal’s number one. He could, however, be a very solid and reliable backup option, with the Mirror noting that Arsenal want to sign a replace...
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Everton complete signing of Real Madrid playmaker James Rodriguez

James Rodriguez of Real Madrid CF with the ball during the Liga match between Real Sociedad and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Anoeta on June 21, 2020 in San Sebastian, Spain. James Rodriguez has been reunited with Carlo Ancelotti for a third time after Everton announced the signing of the Colombian from Real Madrid on a two-year deal, with the club having the option of a third season. The 29-year-old was brought to the Bernabeu shortly after his starring role at the 2014 World Cup by Ancelotti, who then linked up with the playmaker three years later when Bayern Munich signed the player on loan. Rodriguez spent two years with the Bundesliga giants before returning to Real, where he made just 14 appearances in all competitions last season, clearly surplus to requirements under head coach ...
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Chelsea chief stepping up pursuit of potential £18m transfer

Edouard MENDY of Rennes during the French Ligue 1 soccer match between Lille and Rennes on August 22, 2020 in Lille, France. Chelsea’s technical and performance director Petr Cech is reportedly the driving force behind the club being set to step up their pursuit of Rennes goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. The Senegal international has shone in Ligue 1 and looks like he could be an upgrade on the unconvincing Kepa Arrizabalaga as Chelsea’s number one if he moves. According to the Daily Mirror, former Blues ‘keeper Cech is now playing a key role in attempting to get this important deal done, which could cost the club around £18million. That could end up being a real bargain for a fine player, and Chelsea could certainly do without paying another huge transfer fee after so much investment a...
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Barcelona step up pursuit of Lyon forward Memphis Depay

Memphis Depay of Holland during the UEFA Nations league match between Holland v Poland at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on September 4, 2020 in Amsterdam Netherlands. Barcelona allegedly remain keen to secure a deal for Lyon forward Memphis Depay. With Lionel Messi staying at Camp Nou for the 2020-21 campaign, it has left Ronald Koeman to reassess how he may use his restricted transfer budget. However, according to reports in Spain, the Dutchman is intent on bringing compatriot Depay to the La Liga giants before the end of the summer transfer window. While Depay is regarded as a key man at Lyon, the 26-year-old has less than 10 months remaining on his contract at the Groupama Stadium. That has seemingly left the playmaker being viewed as a cheaper alternative to Inter Milan frontman...
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Leicester join the race to sign Burnley defender Tarkowski

Burnley's James Tarkowski during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Brighton & Hove Albion at Turf Moor on July 26, 2020 in Burnley, United Kingdom. Leicester City have reportedly set their sights on Burnley defender James Tarkowski, who is also the subject of interest from West Ham. Brendan Rodgers’ side are plotting a £30 million deal for the 27-year-old, according to the Daily Star. It follows a recent £25 million offer from West Ham which is set to be rejected by Burnley chiefs. Tarkowski had another impressive campaign during the 2019/20 season as Burnley finished tenth. He was an important part of the side’s defence, which was one of the most effective in the league. Tarkowski’s displays in recent seasons have earned him plenty of admirers and even a ...
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Fernando Marcal: Wolves close to signing Lyon defender

Fernando MARCAL of Lyon during the Ligue 1 match between Olympique lyonnais vs Dijon at Groupama Stadium, Lyon, France on August 28, 2020. Wolves are close to signing Lyon defender Fernando Marcal, who has already passed a medical with the Premier League club. The Brazilian can play at left-wing back and centre back - two positions Wolves are looking to strengthen - and has played 68 times for Lyon, last season's Champions League semi-finalists, since he signed in 2017. The 31-year-old started the quarter-final victory over Manchester City and semi-final defeat to Bayern Munich, and would become Wolves' second summer signing after they brought in Fabio Silva for a club-record fee . Marcal began his career at Gremio and Guaratingueta in Brazil and made the move to Europe in 2010, ...
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Rico signs for PSG

Sergio Rico of Paris Saint-Germain holds the ball during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final match between RB Leipzig and Paris Saint-Germain F.C at Estadio do Sport Lisboa e Benfica on August 18, 2020 in Lisbon, Portugal. Spanish goalkeeper Sergio Rico has signed a permanent deal with Paris Saint-Germain. PSG announced on Saturday that they'd found an agreement with Sevilla for the player's transfer.  Rico, who has won one Spain cap, spent last season on loan in the French capital and started the Champions League semi-final against Leipzig in the absence of the injured Keylor Navas. Rico turned 27 on September 1 and has signed a four-year contract with PSG, who according to sports daily L'Equipe are considering offering a new deal to out-of-contract Champions League quarte...
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Official: Wolves sign Portuguese wonderkid Fabio Silva for €40m

Fabio Silva of FC Porto looks on during the Taca de Portugal quarter final match between FC Porto and Varzim SC at Estadio do Dragao on January 14, 2020 in Porto, Portugal. Wolves have announced the signing of Portuguese starlet Fabio Silva from Porto for a fee of €40m. The 18-year-old broke into the first team at Porto this season and is regarded as one of the highest-rated teenagers in European football. But he played just 182 minutes of Primeira Liga football in the 2019/20 season, but Wolves confirmed that they have been tracking his progress for some time. Club chairman Jeff Shi said: "Our recruitment team have been watching Fabio since he played for Portugal Under-16s. "They feel he has always been the best number nine coming through his age group anywhere in Europe. ...
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Newcastle United reveal their price tag for Fabian Schar

Fabian Schär of Newcastle United FC (5) during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St. James Park on July 15, 2020 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. Newcastle United are looking to move on from Fabian Schar as they reveal his transfer fee to interested parties. Newcastle United have been a busy club as of late in terms of conducting transfer business. It would have been great to see this urgency early in the transfer window, but at least the ball is rolling now. The Magpies are on the verge of sealing the deal for free agent winger Ryan Fraser, who was on Tyneside yesterday speaking to Steve Bruce and visiting the training facility. Reports out of Italy claim that Newcastle United are nearing a deal for Brazilian left-back Rogerio, who curren...
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Arsenal re-sign Spanish midfielder Dani Ceballos on loan from Real Madrid

Dani Ceballos of Arsenal looks on with the ball under his shirt during the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Arsenal signed Spain midfielder Dani Ceballos on a second straight season-long loan from Real Madrid on Friday. Ceballos played 37 games for Arsenal last season and gradually became an integral part of Mikel Arteta’s team, helping them win the FA Cup. “I love Dani’s passion and commitment and he’s a highly skilful player,” Arteta said. "We’re all delighted to welcome him back and we look forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.” Arsenal start the new Premier League season with a match away to Fulham on 12 September.
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Chelsea transfer round-up: Declan Rice chase continues as Kai Havertz hails Lampard

Frank Lampard of Chelsea during a training session at Stamford Bridge on August 28, 2020 in London, England. Kai Havertz has finally been confirmed as a Chelsea player, bringing to an end weeks of speculation about one of the biggest transfer sagas of the summer. The attacking midfielder has joined from Bayer Leverkusen for £72million plus add-ons, making him the Stamford Bridge side's record signing and sixth new arrival ahead of the new season. We've got an update on another potential big-money capture as Frank Lampard looks to put the finishing touches to his squad, having already signed Timo Werner, Hakim Ziyech, Ben Chilwell, Thiago Silva and Malang Sarr, as well as Havertz. With just over a week to go until the start of the 2020/21 Premier League season, here is the latest ...
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West Brom announce signing of Cedric Kipre

Wigan Athletic's Cedric Kipre breaks during the Sky Bet Championship match between Wigan Athletic and Stoke City at DW Stadium on June 30, 2020 in Wigan, England. Albion have confirmed the signing of defender Cedric Kipre from Wigan in a deal worth around £900,000. The 23-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the Baggies and becomes their second signing of the transfer window, following the permanent capture of Matheus Pereira. Kipre helped the Latics keep 12 clean sheets in 36 Championship appearances last season - also scoring twice. The Paris-born defender, who has represented Ivory Coast at youth level and been part of the senior squad, came through at PSG before spells with Leicester City and Motherwell. Albion sporting director Luke Dowling said: “I believe we’ve sig...
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Timothy Castagne: Leicester City sign Belgium full-back from Atalanta

Timothy Castagne of Atalanta BC controls the ball during the Serie A match between Parma Calcio and Atalanta BC at Stadio Ennio Tardini on July 28, 2020 in Parma, Italy. Leicester City have signed Belgium full-back Timothy Castagne from Atalanta on a five-year deal. The 24-year-old scored five goals in 76 appearances for the Serie A side, who he joined from Genk in 2017. Castagne, a versatile full-back who can play on either wing, joins Brendan Rodgers' side following Ben Chilwell's departure to Chelsea. He made his international debut in 2018 and has won seven caps for Belgium in total, scoring twice.
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Transfer News: Inter Milan Closing In On Arturo Vidal Capture

Arturo Vidal of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the Liga match between Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on March 1, 2020 in Madrid, Spain. Inter Milan are reportedly set to sign Arturo Vidal from Barcelona in the summer transfer window, tying the Chilean to a two-year deal. According to reputed Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, Arturo Vidal is one step closer to leaving Barcelona in the summer transfer window. The Chilean midfielder is closing in on a return to Serie A, with Inter Milan touted to secure his services on a two-year contract. Vidal joined Barcelona from Bayern Munich in the summer of 2018, in what came as a surprise back then. In the two seasons that followed, though, the 33-year-old ended up being a consistent performer for the B...
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