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29Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Napoli set to submit new offer for Frankfurt midfielder Dina Ebimbe

The Partenopei refuse to give up within their pursuit for the 23-year-old play-maker as Napoli are set to submit a new offer for Bayern Leverkusen central midfielder Dina Ebimbe. Sky Sport’s Gianluca Di Marzio reveals that after the Bundesliga outfits expressed their disinterest with a loan deal including an option to buy, the Azzurri are prepared to submit a loan offer that will involve an obligation of purchase for the French international. Following the sales of Polish international Piotr Zielinski to Inter on a free transfer and promising Swede Jens Cajuste to Premier League side Ipswich town after only one season since arriving on Neapolitan soil , coach Antonio Conte’s side turn towards the promising midfielder to fill the void within the middle of the park. Throughout last year’s...

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28Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Barcelona youngster signs new contract before joining Celtic on loan

Celtic have announced the signing of Barcelona defender Alex Valle on a season-long loan. The 20-year-old spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Levante, making 29 appearances for the team in the second tier of Spanish football, and he is now spending another season away from his parent club. However, Barcelona have signed the youngster to a new contract until June 2026. "FC Barcelona and defender Alex Valle have reached an agreement to extend the player's contract until 30 June 2026, with the option of two further seasons," read a club statement from Barcelona. "At the same time, FC Barcelona have struck a deal with Celtic football club whereby the player will represent the latter this season until 30 June 2025. There is no purchase option." Valle signs new Barcelona deal be...

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28Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Cancelo leaves Man City for Saudi club Al-Hilal

Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo has signed for Saudi club Al-Hilal from Premier League champions Manchester City, the two clubs announced on Monday. The 30-year-old, who spent last season on loan at Barcelona, has penned a three-year deal with the Saudi Pro League title-holders. Cancelo joined Man City in 2019 from Juventus and was a key player in his first three seasons at the club. But he reportedly fell out with manager Pep Guardiola over his lack of playing time midway through the 2022-23 campaign and spent the rest of that season on loan at Bayern Munich. Cancelo won three Premier League titles, the FA Cup and League Cup at the Etihad Stadium.He also played six times in City's first victorious Champions League campaign in 2022-23. Cancelo is Al-Hilal's first high-profil...

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28Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Crystal Palace hatch plan to sign second Arsenal star after Eddie Nketiah deal

Crystal Palace are interested in signing Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior after completing a deal for Eddie Nketiah, according to reports. Nketiah is set to join the Eagles in a £30m move, with the south Londoners paying £25m up front with £5m in add-ons, but Palace want to keep raiding the Emirates. That’s according to The Guardian, who report that Palace have registered an interest in Poland international Kiwior now the Nketiah deal is being wrapped up. Arsenal have not yet decided if they would prefer a loan or permanent sale while Italian club Bologna are also believed to be interested in Kiwior this summer. The Gunners splashed out £20m to sign Kiwior from Spezia in January 2023 and he’s made 38 appearances for Mikel Arteta’s side to date. Kiwior received huge praise from ...

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27Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Breaking: Arsenal complete Mikel Merino transfer from Real Sociedad

Arsenal have announced the signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad on a four-year deal with an option of an additional year. The Spain international has been a long-term target of Mikel Arteta who was the driving force behind the move to strengthen the Arsenal midfield. A fee in the region of €32.5million (£27.4million) plus €5million (£4.2million) in add-ons has been agreed with La Real who Merino spent six years with. The 28-year-old made 242 appearances for the San Sebastian-based side scoring 27 goals. Merino won the Copa del Rey with La Real in 2020 and has since become part of the senior Spain national team. He helped them to win the 2024 European Championship, scoring the winning goal in extra time against Germany in the quarter-finals of the competition. He came on as a su...

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27Aug By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Former PSG fullback Layvin Kurzawa in talks with PSV

According to a report by Foot Mercato, Layvin Kurzawa (31) is close to a full agreement to join PSV. Kurzawa left Paris Saint-Germain this summer after his contract expired. The fullback had spent almost a decade at the French champions but appearances in recent years had dried up and he was instead limited to bit-part showings. In the 2022/23 season, Kurzawa was allowed to leave PSG on loan for Premier League side Fulham. However, there was never an option to purchase the player and his high wage demands had reportedly dissuaded other clubs from attempting to forge a permanent deal. Since becoming a free agent, the defender has been training at his formative club AS Monaco as he looks to return to full fitness after only playing eight minutes of first-team football for Les Parisiens...

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26Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Striker rejects move to Nottingham Forest

Feyenoord striker Santiago Gimenez has rejected an offer to move to Nottingham Forest ahead of Friday’s transfer deadline. Forest’s search for a new striker has been taking fresh twists and turns over the last week or so. They had a deal in place to sign Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal but the forward decided against moving to the City Ground. Feyenoord player Santiago Gimenez is playing during the match PEC - Feyenoord at the MAC3Park Stadium for the Dutch Eredivisie 2nd round season 2024-2025 in Zwolle, Netherlands, on August 18, 2024. The final score is 1-5. (Photo by Stefan Koops / EYE4images / NURphoto) (Photo by Marcel van Dorst/NurPhoto via Getty Images) It emerged earlier today that Nottingham Forest reached an agreement over a fee worth €35m with Feyenoord for the proposed t...

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25Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Tottenham expected to make offer for Ligue 1 star soon

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly eyeing a last-minute addition to their squad, with Monaco's Vanderson emerging as a potential target. According to French outlet L'Equipe, Spurs are prepared to make a late bid for the Brazilian defender, who could add further depth to their already well-stocked right-back position. Tottenham’s interest in Vanderson comes as somewhat of a surprise, given that the club currently has several options at right-back. With Pedro Porro as the first-choice starter and Djed Spence poised to serve as his understudy, the position seems well-covered. Additionally, new signing Archie Gray has shown versatility by being able to fill in on the right side of the defense if needed. However, despite these options, the rumors surrounding Vanderson’s potential switch to...

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24Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Report: Newcastle nearing agreement for Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi

Newcastle United are reportedly closing in on a transfer agreement for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, potentially bringing one of the summer’s longest-running transfer sagas to an end through this weekend. Guehi, who has been a standout performer for Palace since joining from Chelsea in 2021, is now on the brink of a move to St. James’ Park according to Sky Sports’ Keith Downie. The 24-year-old defender has attracted interest from several top clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United, but it appears that Newcastle is set to secure his signature. According to Downie, Newcastle and Crystal Palace are nearing an agreement after weeks of negotiations. The proposed deal is expected to be in the region of £65 million plus add-ons, making it a club-record transfer for Newcast...

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24Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Arsenal: Fabio Vieira set to join Porto on loan for the season

Arsenal midfielder Fabio Vieira is set to return to Porto on loan, two years after leaving the Portuguese giants. Talks between the two clubs are understood to be at an advanced stage, with the expectation that the 24-year-old will spend the season with Porto. There will be no option or obligation to make the move permanent. The midfielder trained with the Arsenal squad as usual on Friday but will not be involved in the trip to face Aston Villa on Saturday evening. Vieira moved to Arsenal in July 2022 for a fee of around €40m and is under contract in north London until 2027. Despite making 22 appearances during his debut season, an injury-hit second campaign has seen him fall down the pecking order with just 15 outings across all competitions. Mikel Merino's arrival is set to furthe...

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23Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Sporting want Barcelona’s Hector Fort on loan

Barcelona defender Hector Fort is wanted on loan by Portuguese side Sporting, according to multiple reports. The youngster broke into the first team last season and will be hoping to be part of Hansi Flick’s squad this season. Marca are reporting that he’s determined to stay at Barca, despite Sporting’s interest, and is keen to battle for minutes. Fort only signed a contract extension earlier this summer and knows there’s a path into the first-team at present. Joao Cancelo has returned to Manchester City after his loan, while Julian Araujo has been sold to Bournemouth. Jules Kounde has started the season at right-back but has long made it clear his favored position is in the middle of the defence. Barcelona are currently being linked with a move for Marc Pubill but signing the Olympi...

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22Aug By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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West Ham verbally agree loan-to-buy exit, ‘deal is very close’ – report

Luizao is “very close” to leaving West Ham for Corinthians with a loan-to-buy offer verbally agreed, according to Gabriel Sa. The Arquibancada Tricolor reporter posted on X (22 August) with an update that Luizao has already accepted a “new challenge” with Corinthians over a return to his native Brazil from the London Stadium. Corinthians have reportedly made a formal bid to the Hammers which was met with a counter-offer; this in turn was given a “verbal okay” by the Brazilian Serie A side, but is yet to be formalised contractually. However, the deal to take Luizao to Corinthians from East London, a loan with an option to buy, is reportedly “very close” to being finalised after the clubs had previously disagreed on a permanent fee [Bruno Andrade, 21 August]. Luizao transfer the right mo...

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21Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

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Man Utd close on Manuel Ugarte but deal formula not what was expected

Manchester United are closing in on a permanent transfer for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte and not a loan deal as had been thought likely. The Red Devils have been holding talks over a period of several weeks with PSG in an effort to land Ugarte. The Uruguayan is Erik ten Hag’s top midfield target and it appeared earlier this week that a deal was on the horizon, not least due to Luis Enrique telling the midfielder he is not in his plans. That was thought likely to come about through a loan with an obligation to buy formula, though the obligation amount was still under discussion. However, according to French daily Le Parisien, an outright transfer is now expected. PSG and Manchester United are close to reaching an agreement for a permanent transfer based on a fee of...

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21Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Chelsea sign Joao Felix from Atletico Madrid

Joao Felix has completed a return to Chelsea rejoining the Blues on a permanent transfer in a deal which could rise in excess of £46m.The 24-year-old spent six months on-loan at Stamford Bridge in the 2022/23 season and scored four times in 20 appearances. His return came after a long-running transfer saga which saw Chelsea negotiate a deal to send midfielder Conor Gallagher in the opposite direction with a move to Atletico Madrid.The Portugal forward has signed a seven-year contract and becomes the latest addition to Chelsea’s unbelievably huge squad. “I’m really happy to be back at Chelsea and I can’t wait to get started,” Felix said after his signing was announced on X, formerly Twitter. “I can see some familiar faces from the last time I was here, which is always nice. “I love...

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20Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Arsenal receive offer from Premier League side for Aaron Ramsdale amid Ajax interest

Wolves have submitted a loan offer with a buy option in their bid to sign Aaron Ramsdale, talkSPORT understands. The Arsenal goalkeeper lost his place as the club's No1 to David Raya last season at the Emirates. The 26-year-old has since been deemed as surplus to requirements, with the Gunners open to letting the England international depart. And Ramsdale is believed to be ready for a new adventure in his quest to play regular first-team football. Ramsdale was an unused substitute as Arsenal beat Wolves 2-0 in north London in their opening Premier League match of the season. The Midlands outfit have since made a loan bid to bring the ex-Sheffield United shot-stopper to Molineux. It is understood that the bid includes a buy option, with Arsenal seeking a fee in the region of £25millio...

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20Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Sander Berge set to join Fulham as Man United focus on Manuel Ugarte

Monday night saw Fulham move for Burnley midfielder Sander Berge in a £25million deal. The Norway international was an option for Manchester United but they are trying to sign Uruguay international Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain on loan. Berge plans to travel to London with his agent Morten Wivestad on Tuesday for a medical once given the all-clear. Fulham have offered £20m with a further £5m in add-ons for the 26-year-old. They had revised talks with Manchester United over a deal for Scott McTominay but that was proving more expensive. Berge's move underlines Ugarte as United's priority target for midfield. United want PSG to drop their asking price and ideally need to sell but are trying once again to strike an initial loan with an obligation to buy. Berge has played no p...

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19Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Leicester confirm signing of Tottenham star for £25million

Leicester City have confirmed the agreement with Tottenham Hotspur over the signing of their academy product Oliver Skipp. On the club's X (formerly Twitter), the Foxes released a picture of their newcomer, captioning it with: 'We have added to our midfield ranks with the transfer of Oliver Skipp.'It is understood that Leicester's new manager, Steve Cooper, was keen to sign the player, who entered Ange Postecoglou's plans due to his homegrown status. Mail Sport previously reported that Leicester City were set to pay a guaranteed £20million with a further £5million in add-ons for Skipp.This deal comes as Leicester City are scheduled to host Spurs at King Power Stadium for their opening game of the 2024-25 Premier League season on Monday. According to Leicester's statement, the play...

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19Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Everton’s fresh stance on Jarrad Branthwaite transfer after Man United bids

Everton are reportedly in the dark over rumours that Liverpool are planning a controversial transfer move for Manchester United-linked Jarrad Branthwaite.Despite bookmakers slashing odds on Branthwaite joining Liverpool, insiders from both clubs and those close to the England international have expressed confusion over these developments, claiming they have no idea where such speculation originated. LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Kai Havertz of Arsenal battles for possession with Jarrad Branthwaite of Everton during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Everton FC at Emirates Stadium on May 19, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images) The Liverpool Echo report that there has been no contact between Liverpool and Everton regarding this matter.Earli...

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18Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Tottenham Hotspur to reunite midfielder with familiar faces as £20m+ transfer agreed

Leicester City have reportedly agreed terms with Tottenham Hotspur on a deal to take Oliver Skipp off their hands, with the midfielder now set for a medical ahead of a potential move to the King Power Stadium. The Athletic’s David Ornstein writes that fee worth over £20m has between agreed between the two clubs and that Skipp travelled to the East Midlands for a medical on Sunday. As chance would have it, Leicester City will host Tottenham Hotspur on Monday evening as the opening weekend of Premier League action comes to a close. Skipp would be ineligible to appear in the fixture, however: his registration would need to have been registered with the Premier League by midday on Friday. Earlier reports had suggested that Tottenham wanted to add to their midfield ranks before the...

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17Aug By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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Joao Felix agrees personal terms with Chelsea with double agreement close

Joao Felix has agreed personal terms with Chelsea with the Blues and Atletico Madrid nearing an agreement over the forward and Conor Gallagher. Gallagher was set to complete his move to the La Liga giants but that deal was halted when Chelsea’s attempts to sign Samu Omorodion from Atletico fell through. In response, the Premier League side pivoted towards a deal for Felix, who spent half a season on loan in west London in 2023. The situation has left Gallagher in limbo, returning from Spain this week and training with Chelsea’s Under-21s until his future is resolved.More talks between Chelsea and Atletico are expected this weekend as they to find a way to break the impasse, The Telegraph report. Atletico need to raise cash to get the Gallagher deal over the line with Felix’s e...

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