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Why Gyökeres Won’t Flop at Arsenal

On Sunday, it became clear that Arsenal had opted for Viktor Gyökeres as their striker signing, following weeks of speculation over whether it would be him or Benjamin Šeško.

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Exclusive: Atalanta reject latest Al-Qadsiah offer for Retegui

Atalanta have rejected an improved €53m offer from Al-Qadsiah for Mateo Retegui as La Dea aim to sell the Italy international for €60m. Sources with direct knowledge of the matter exclusively inform me that Atalanta have rejected a new offer from Al-Qadsiah for Retegui, the latest Serie A’s Capocannoniere.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 8

Report – €40M No Longer Enough To Lure Italy Midfielder Away From Inter Milan, Albania EURO 2024 On His Way Out

In one of the most remarkable turnarounds, Inter Milan star Davide Frattesi is no longer on the chopping block. Per Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu’s men have taken the Italian midfielder off the market.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 8

Napoli Set to Sign Lang, Keep Haggling with Bologna

Napoli have positively concluded their chase of Noa Lang, who will soon travel to Italy for the medicals, and are inches away from securing Sam Beukema.

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Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 8

Why Juventus is targeting a move for Wilfred Ndidi

Juventus are reportedly considering a move for Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi as the club continues to evaluate reinforcements for its squad. Following Leicester’s relegation at the end of last season, Ndidi is expected to depart, with the midfielder keen to avoid playing in the second tier of English football.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / July 8

Report – Inter Milan Can Only Sign Parma Rising Star On One Condition

New Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu has reportedly reiterated his wish to sign his former Parma pupil Giovanni Leoni. However, per Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, Leoni’s arrival depends on the future of Yann Bisseck.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / July 8

Report – Fiorentina Unfazed By Release Clause Threat Amid Inter Milan Feeble Effort To Sign Italy Star Striker

Fiorentina remain calm despite recent speculation linking their talismanic striker Moise Kean with a move to Inter Milan. According to La Nazionale via FCInterNews, La Viola remain convinced about keeping hold of the Italy international.

Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / July 8

Report – Inter Milan & Fiorentina At Odds About Italian Striker Valuation Amid Growing Cagliari Interest

Inter Milan striker Sebastiano Esposito is far from joining Fiorentina, as the two clubs remain far apart in their valuations. Per Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, La Viola will not meet Inter’s asking price by any stretch of the imagination.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 8

Rio pleads with INEOS to go all-out for ‘one of the top strikers in the world’ who’s available for ‘absolute peanuts’

Rio Ferdinand has yet again urged INEOS to go all-out and agree a deal for Victor Osimhen before he completes a transfer elsewhere. Unfortunately for the ex-Manchester United skipper, Osimhen is on the verge of joining Galatasaray permanently following a successful loan spell in Turkey last season.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 8

Exclusive: Rui Patricio offered to Napoli

Former Roma and Atalanta goalkeeper Rui Patricio has been offered to Napoli. Portugal international Rui Patricio has been offered to defending Serie A champions Napoli, sources with direct knowledge of the matter exclusively tell me.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8

Opinion: Arsenal should follow the Phil Foden blueprint with Nwaneri, it could satisfy everyone

It has been suggested that Ethan Nwaneri is reluctant to commit to the club unless there is guaranteed game time. Nwaneri, whose current deal expires next summer, enjoyed something of a breakthrough in the 2024/25 campaign, featuring prominently on the right wing during Bukayo Saka’s injury absence.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 8

Revealed: What Bryan Mbeumo is now thinking about Man Utd move as he adopts fresh stance before third bid

It’s safe to say that all parties involved in Manchester United’s pursuit of Bryan Mbeumo are pulling their hair out over the prolonged negotiations. Not least the player himself, either, as the Standard reports this morning that the 25-year-old is growing ‘increasingly frustrated’ at the ongoing saga.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 8

Liverpool stands between Manchester United and a £40m pure profit

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Barcelona prefer Liverpool star Luis Diaz over Manchester United outcast Marcus Rashford this summer. The Red Devils are pushing to sell Rashford as he is not part of the plans under manager Ruben Amorim.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 8

Liverpool players return to training as club faces life without Jota

Liverpool have returned for pre-season training sessions after the heartbreaking death of Diogo Jota, with players arriving back at the AXA Training Centre still visibly affected by the tragedy.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 8

Man United snub EPL trio for ‘phenomenal’ star, but INEOS must act quickly

Manchester United have turned out the opportunity to sign three veteran Premier League strikers, as they will instead focus on recruiting Moise Kean. The Red Devils have already acquired Matheus Cunha, while they continue to vigorously pursue Bryan Mbeumo until the bitter end.

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Soccer News / We All Follow United / July 8

37 goal striker rejected Manchester United move due to this reason – Journalist

Manchester United have always been on the lookout for a reliable striker who can meet the demands of Old Trafford. The summer transfer window promised some big names, and one of them was Victor Osimhen.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8

Arsenal preparing to step up interest in French midfielder

Arsenal may have secured the services of Martin Zubimendi and reportedly reached an agreement to sign Christian Nørgaard, yet the Gunners continue their pursuit of further midfield reinforcements.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 8

Another Serie A giant set to launch onslaught for ‘shattered’ Man Utd star

There could be some interesting developments for Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund who has seemingly won himself a new suitor from Italy. The Danish centre-forward is coming off an abysmal campaign.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 8

Why Arsenal does not need Madueke even if he was not a Chelsea player

Arsenal have been strongly linked with a move for Noni Madueke as they continue their efforts to build a squad capable of challenging for major honours in the coming season.

Tottenham Hotspur News / the Boy Hotspur / July 8

Alasdair Gold: Tottenham 'in pole position' to sign £90k-a-week star, 'player wants to come'

Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United during the summer transfer window. They have had a £50 million offer rejected for the player, but they are still in pole position to get the deal done.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 7

Why Arsenal paid more money than required for Zubimendi

Martin Zubimendi has officially completed his transfer to Arsenal, with the club securing the services of one of Europe’s most highly regarded midfielders.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 7

PL star with 23G/A backed to complete Tottenham medical; 'no issues' flagged

New Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank is getting to grips with his squad after replacing Ange Postecoglou and appears keen to strengthen in attack. The Lilywhites are already in talks with West Ham United for Mohammed Kudus and could add another forward to their roster.

Chelsea FC News / Field Level Media / July 7

Fluminense stand between Chelsea and another major final

Chelsea will try to reach a second major final in three months when it faces Fluminense in Tuesday's FIFA Club World Cup semifinal in East Rutherford, N.J.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 7

Manchester United put intense pressure on Tottenham in the race for Genoa star

Tottenham Hotspur are yet to accelerate their summer transfer window despite pre-season on the horizon. Spurs have turned Kevin Danso and Mathys Tel’s loans into permanent deals, while they are set to welcome Japanese centre-back Kota Takai from Kawasaki Frontale.