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Arsenal is not worried about Premier League rivals in striker chase

Hugo Ekitike has emerged as the latest striker Arsenal are genuinely interested in signing this transfer window, with the French forward expected to make a move to the Emirates soon.

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Tottenham ‘keen’ on ‘absolutely top’ player, but rivals have now made contact

Tottenham Hotspur continue to be linked with a move for the Crystal Palace attacker Eberechi Eze. However, they will now face competition from bitter rivals Arsenal.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Brentford’s director provides update on Arsenal’s move for Christian Norgaard

Brentford director of football Phil Giles has delivered an update on Arsenal’s move for Christian Norgaard, with the Gunners expected to complete the signing of the midfielder in the coming days.

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / June 30

Opinion: Nicolas Gonzalez and other stars Juventus might have to sell

To help Igor Tudor succeed as their manager, Juventus must make changes to the squad and ensure he works with a team of players that he wants. The manager has done well so far, and his team will be prepared for the new season as soon as their Club World Cup campaign ends.

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 30

Romano: How much Liverpool want for Darwin Nunez as Napoli could be forced into pursuing Plan B

One of the main suitors for Darwin Nunez could end up frustrated in their pursuit of the Liverpool striker this summer. The Uruguayan has been strongly linked with an exit from Anfield, with the Reds putting the 26-year-old up for sale in the current transfer window, as we reported for Empire of the Kop earlier this month.

Soccer News / The Celtic Star / June 30

Aston Villa prepare to sell £3.5m attacker, recently linked with Celtic

Former Celtic transfer target Louie Barry looks set to make a £3.5m from Aston Villa. Celtic maintained interest of the attacker over the last year but decided against pursuing a move in January as the player switched to Hull City on a temporary basis.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Opinion: Nwaneri now needs a loan move next season

Ethan Nwaneri has proven beyond doubt that he is a talent to be nurtured, and he is surely ready for regular first-team action. Throughout the season, the youngster established himself on the Gunners’ first team and made a notable impact whenever called upon.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / June 30

Greg Taylor arrives in Greece to complete Celtic departure

Greg Taylor has reportedly arrived in Greece in order to complete his transfer to PAOK. The Scotland Internationalist is out of contract at Celtic today and he has reportedly arrived as he seeks to switch Glasgow for Thessaloniki.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / June 30

Tottenham have agreement in principle with Euro outfit, transfer talks will continue next week

Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero is a target for Atletico Madrid during the summer transfer window, and the Spanish club is now closing in on his capture.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Liverpool is playing a waiting game in a bid to beat Arsenal to striker

Arsenal has been tracking Alexander Isak for some time, viewing him as one of the finest strikers in the world, capable of strengthening their squad. Isak is currently happy at Newcastle United, where he is considered a hero and one of their top earners.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / June 30

Chelsea Spoilt for Choices Up Front With the Latest Massive Signing

According to reports, Chelsea have signed Joao Pedro from Brighton & Hove Albion at a price of £60 million on a seven-year deal. The 24-year-old Brazilian striker is going to be another addition to the Royal Blues’ attack after they signed Rory Delap earlier.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / June 30

Sky reporter: Liverpool have narrowed down transfer search for crucial position to three options

Liverpool have reportedly narrowed down their shortlist for one particular position in Arne Slot’s squad to three candidates. Amid persistent speculation

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Arsenal makes contact to snap up coveted London star

Arsenal is stepping up its interest in signing Eberechi Eze and has now made contact to understand what would be required to complete a transfer from Crystal Palace.

Rennes News / Esteemed Kompany / June 30

Once a Manchester City winger puts everything together he’ll be a major asset for Pep Guardiola’s side

So far at the FIFA Club World Cup, there has been a host of positives to take from the tournament for Manchester City. The improvement of Jeremy Doku and Savinho has been a major one for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / June 30

Report: Boost for Spurs, target can be signed at a £25m discount; Talks held with his agent

Tottenham Hotspur are hoping to sign Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United. According to a report from The Guardian, he could be signed for a fee of £60 million this summer.

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Arsenal’s new signing travelled to London yesterday to complete move

Arsenal are close to finalising the signing of Martin Zubimendi after the midfielder reportedly agreed to join the club. The Gunners have pursued the Spanish international for over a year and now look set to land their long-term target.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / June 30

Arsenal is now hours away from a new bid for defender

Arsenal have made progress in their pursuit of Cristhian Mosquera after reaching a personal agreement with the Valencia defender. The Gunners are pushing to reinforce their defence ahead of the new season and have identified the centre-back as one of their top targets.

Augsburg News / Field Level Media / June 30

Charlotte extends M Pep Biel's loan from Olympiacos

Charlotte FC extended midfielder Pep Biel's loan from Olympiacos through the end of the 2025 season. The deal includes an option to purchase Biel, 28, from the Greek side if certain performance metrics are met.

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 30

Whitwell: Man Utd ready to sign ‘outstanding’ Euro 2024 hero but on one condition

Manchester United have reportedly added Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins to their strikers’ shortlist, but will only pursue his services on one condition.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / June 30

Paul Joyce hints at double Liverpool exit with medical and major dilemma underway

Two members of Liverpool’s Premier League-winning squad could be set for significant changes this summer, according to a report from The Times’ Paul Joyce.

Aston Villa News / Extratime Talk / June 30

Analysing Group B of the CONCACAF Final Round of 2026 World Cup Qualifying

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States, less than a year away, CONCACAF’s groups for the final stage of qualification were unveiled.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / June 30

Chelsea ready to move player out with Real Betis showing an interest per sourced report

Chelsea are now ready to move a player out this summer with Spanish side Real Betis showing an interest, per a sourced report out today. Chelsea beat Benfica in the first set of knockout rounds in the Club World Cup on Saturday night, but it was far from easy and also, very far from drama!

Soccer News / Chelsea News / June 30

Joao Pedro’s calculated characteristics show surprise strength that Chelsea fans will love

Joao Pedro’s calculated characteristics show surprise strength that Chelsea fans will love and he looks on the cusp of joining them. Chelsea beat Benfica in the first set of knockout rounds in the Club World Cup on Saturday night, but it was far from easy and also, very far from drama!

Soccer News / Chelsea News / June 30

'Not done' – Fabrizio Romano hints that there’s another Chelsea transfer Bomb on route

Fabrizio Romano has just taken to Instagram to drop another big hint of another Chelsea transfer bomb potentially being on route! Chelsea beat Benfica in the first set of knockout rounds in the Club World Cup on Saturday night, but it was far from easy and also, very far from drama!

Soccer News / Stretty News / June 30

Romano: United ‘agree four-year deal’ with starlet who rebuffed proposals from ‘English and European clubs’

In what’s been an overwhelmingly quiet transfer window on both the incoming and outgoing fronts for Manchester United, fans will take any positives they can get day-to-day.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / June 30

Manchester City vs Al Hilal: How to stream, latest City team news and predicted City starting eleven

Manchester City take on Al Hilal at the Camping World Stadium in Orlando tomorrow morning in their round of 16 clash at the FIFA Club World Cup. The knockout stages have arrived for Pep Guardiola’s side and they’ll take on an Al Hilal side who are packed with quality and will be eager to cause an upset in Orlando.