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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.

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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.

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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 / 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.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 5

Report – Galatasaray Offer Inter Milan €17M For Ex AC Milan Star

Turkish giants Galatasaray have reportedly made an offer of €17 million to Inter Milan for midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu. This according to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews.

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.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / July 5

Versatile Juventus star offered to Man United after Forest snub

Manchester United has emerged as a potential destination for Timothy Weah whose future appears to be away from Juventus. The 25-year-old has been playing his football in Turin since making the move for LOSC Lille in the summer of 2023.

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.

Lecce News / We All Follow United / July 5

No one wants €17m Manchester United Dutchman, who will not return to training

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that Tyrell Malacia is not part of the current Manchester United project under Ruben Amorim. The Dutchman is one of the forgotten signings from the Erik ten Hag reign, which involved many failed transfer recruits.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 5

Exclusive: Cagliari targeted Folorunsho and Pobega

Cagliari are eager to revamp their midfield and therefore targeting both Napoli’s Italy international Michael Folorunsho and Milan-owned Tommaso Pobega.

Napoli News / Football Italia / July 5

Legendary Serie A striker Protti reveals serious illness

Serie A legend of the 1990s Igor Protti has revealed he is battling a serious illness and used football metaphors. ‘I know it is a match I could win or lose, but I’ll give it my all.’ Now 57, he had until recently been working in various directorial roles at Livorno, helping the club rebuild after bankruptcy.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 5

Liverpool to pay out Jota’s contract to family in touching tribute confirmed in Portugal

Liverpool will pay the remaining two years of Diogo Jota’s contract to his family, according to Record in Portugal, as the club continues to support the loved ones of the late forward in the wake of his tragic death.

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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.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 5

Rival claims Arsenal have just landed a silent game-changer for Arteta’s project

Carlos Cuesta’s departure from Mikel Arteta’s technical bench caught many by surprise. The 29-year-old, widely appreciated for his role in Arsenal’s tactical evolution, was seen as a key figure behind the club’s recent resurgence.

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 / Empire of the Kop / July 5

Neves’ touching Jota message: ‘More than friends, we are family’

Ruben Neves has shared an emotionally raw tribute to Diogo Jota following Saturday morning’s funeral in Gondomar, where the pair’s deep friendship was plain to see.

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 / 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.