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Juventus on alert as Real Madrid wonderkid could be on the move this summer

Juventus are reportedly keeping close tabs on Real Madrid teenager Endrick who could embark on a new experience this summer. The 18-year-old is considered one of the most promising players of his generation, which prompted Los Merengues to splash €50 million to buy from Palmeiras last summer.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / July 5

Leeds & West Ham Aim to Bring Lazio Star Back to Premier League

Lazio left-back Nuno Tavares continues to pique the interest of Premier League clubs, with Leeds United and West Ham United emerging as his most keen suitors.

FC Cincinnati sign French F Kenji Mboma Dem

FC Cincinnati announced the signing of French forward Kenji Mboma Dem to a first-team contract on Saturday. The 23-year-old is under contract through 2025 with team options spanning 2026-28.

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Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 5

Report – Inter Milan & Juventus Tracking €10M Rated Dinamo Zagreb Teenager

Inter Milan and Juventus are both reportedly tracking teenage Dinamo Zagreb defender Leon Jakirovic. This according to Italian outlet Calciomercato.com.

Sampdoria News / Football Italia / July 5

Leoni wanted by Inter and Milan, but ‘my exams are tougher than football’

Parma defender Giovanni Leoni is hot property, in the centre of a bidding war between Milan and Inter, but has more important things on his mind. ‘My exams are tougher.’ The centre-back is only 18 years old, but has already made 17 Serie A appearances, even scoring a goal to help keep Parma in the top flight.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / July 5

Report – Galatasaray Target Denies Wanting To Leave Inter Milan This Summer

Hakan Calhanoglu reportedly denies wanting to leave Inter Milan this summer despite the constant links to Galatasaray. This according to Italian outlet SportMediaset, via FCInterNews.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 5

Italy star Donnarumma shaken by horrific Musiala injury

Italy and PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was left visibly shaken after impact with Jamal Musiala caused a serious injury for the Bayern Munich forward during the Club World Cup.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / July 5

A deal that is too good to pass up could solve Manchester City’s right-back issue

Finding bargains in the modern-day transfer market is no easy task. Especially when the club seeking to buy a player is Manchester City. Generally, selling teams will demand top dollar to sell a player to City.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 5

Skriniar: ‘Would love to play with Lobotka’ at Napoli, it’s all open

Former Inter defender Milan Skriniar, now owned by Paris Saint-Germain, admits he would welcome a move to Napoli. ‘Stanislav Lobotka is one of my best friends, so it’s all open.’ The centre-back has long been linked with a move to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, especially as he already worked with Antonio Conte at Inter.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 5

AC Milan Legend Costacurta Backs Cristian Chivu: ‘He Has The Qualities To Be Successful, He’s Ready For Inter Milan’

Legendary former AC Milan defender Alessandro Costacurta feels that Cristian Chivu is ready to be Inter Milan coach. Speaking to Romanian newspaper Gazeta Sporturilor, via FCInter1908, the former Italian international argued that Chivu has “all the qualities to be successful.” Cristian Chivu became Inter Milan coach last month.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 5

Report – Inter Milan To Move For Atalanta & Brazil Star After Clearing Out Several Fringe Players

Inter Milan will move to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson after clearing out a number of fringe players from the squad. This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 5

Arsenal pressing ahead with attacking raid on London rivals, but Arteta must justify the move

The idea this summer was simple: Arsenal needed to bolster their attack. With a more clinical forward line, many believed the Gunners could finally get over the line next season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 5

Ricci promise to bring ‘stability’ to Milan as new signing

Samuele Ricci gives his first interview as a Milan player, discussing his favourite tactical role, learning from his teammates and why he chose the Number 4 jersey.

Girona FC News / Esteemed Kompany / July 5

How a promising Manchester City striker fares on loan at Stoke City will be worth keeping an eye on

It has almost become a rite of passage for talented young players at Manchester City to go out on loan before making an impact at the highest level. Liam Delap, Callum Doyle, Yan Couto and James Trafford immediately come to mind in this boat.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 5

Liverpool players unite in silence as Jota laid to rest in emotional Gondomar funeral

Liverpool players joined the people of Gondomar in Portugal on Saturday for the emotional funeral of Diogo Jota and his younger brother Andre Silva, following the tragic car accident that took their lives.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 5

Whitecaps exercise buyout on F Damir Kreilach

The Vancouver Whitecaps have exercised a buyout of forward Damir Kreilach's guaranteed contract. The 36-year-old Croatian will no longer occupy a senior roster spot, and his wages won't count against the club's salary budget.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / July 5

Romano: £25m outcast’s salary is a major obstacle for Manchester United

Fabrizio Romano revealed that Juventus are facing a stumbling block in the negotiation to sign Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho. The Italian sports journalist said that the huge salary of Sancho remains a point of concern for the Italian giant.

Aston Villa News / We All Follow United / July 5

Manchester United set sights on 29-year-old goalkeeper who impressed in the CWC

The pressure never stops in England. In Manchester, a sense of change is palpable that goes far beyond a bad result or a disastrous season. Red Devils fans are clamouring for bold decisions and signings that add character to a squad that is too fragile under times of stress.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 5

'It’s not a matter of money' Daniel Levy goes face-to-face and a second meeting is now scheduled

Daniel Levy’s video of his chat with Vinai Venkatesham was quite the tape. The THFC CEO provided fans with fascinating insights into how two Tottenham Hotspur executives were able to riff off each other.

Real Betis News / We All Follow United / July 5

Fabrizio Romano reveals 25-year-old will not continue at Manchester United

At Old Trafford, every transfer window opens a drawer of doubts, hopes and forced departures. Manchester United face another summer with their sights set on clearing out players that never fit in. Antony, the Brazilian signing who arrived as a vibrant prospect from Ajax, was unable to maintain his sparkle under the demands of the Premier League.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 5

Man Utd learn newly-set price tag from Premier League club this afternoon for ‘ideal’ forward target

Manchester United have been informed of the price it will take to prise one target from Premier League rivals Chelsea this summer. The player in question is none other than Christopher Nkunku, who was linked with a mid-season switch to Old Trafford on loan in January before a deal failed to materialise.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 5

West Ham United set ‘Tottenham tax’ for Premier League star as summer exit beckons

New boss Thomas Frank will now be desperate to see Tottenham Hotspur make some signings before he welcomes the players for pre-season tour. Spurs are yet to get a deal over the line barring making loans of Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel into permanent deals.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 5

INEOS ‘thinking about’ move for 27-y/o who ‘laid the foundations’ for his club’s revival, he’s been offered to Utd

Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Timothy Weah, Dusan Vlahovic or Douglas Luiz in a direct exchange for Jadon Sancho. Indeed, Juventus are looking to make negotiations as straightforward as possible by completing a swap deal with the Red Devils, with Sancho’s heart now set on a move to Turin following his Chelsea departure.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 5

Tottenham will have to pay over £25million to sign SPL goal machine this summer

Tottenham Hotspur are looking to get their house in order after appointing Thomas Frank as their new head coach. So far, the club have announced the permanent captures of Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 5

After Mbeumo: United line up surprise swoop for cut-price midfielder who’s racked up 220 Premier League appearances

With Manchester United hopeful they can finally get a deal over the line for Bryan Mbeumo in the coming days, they’re already considering which targets they can pursue next.