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'Is fully aware' – Fabrizio Romano says player is giving ‘total priority’ to joining Chelsea and it’s not Xavi Simons

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says a player is giving his total priority to joining Chelsea this window, and it’s not Xavi Simons. Well, Simons is desperate to leave RB Leipzig and is ‘pushing and pushing’ to join Chelsea this month, but for this story at least, we are talking about another player who also wants to join The Blues.

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New Chelsea signing says his first words as an Official Blues player after move confirmed

A new Chelsea signing has now said his first words as a new official Blues player after his move was confirmed. Jorrel Hato to Chelsea was a deal that was actually quite a quick and easy one to get done in the grand scheme of things, and Chelsea also officially confirmed him as a new Blues player yesterday afternoon.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / August 4

'I want this transfer to happen' – Player ‘is pushing and pushing’ to join Chelsea now

A player is now saying that he wants this transfer to happen and is pushing and pushing to join Chelsea this summer. There has been so much going on in the transfer market this week just passed and Chelsea have been heavily involved as expected.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / August 3

Leagues Cup roundup: Guadalajara wins PKs after draw with Charlotte

Richy Ledezma and Bryan Gonzalez scored their first goals for their new club and visiting CD Guadalajara earned a 4-2 shootout victory following a 2-2 draw against host Charlotte FC on Matchday 2 of Leagues Cup Phase One play on Sunday night.

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Inter Miami News / Field Level Media / August 3

Inter Miami calls Lionel Messi's leg injury 'minor'

A return date for Lionel Messi to the Inter Miami lineup is uncertain, but the Herons announced Sunday that the superstar's right leg injury isn't serious.

Real Madrid News / Real Madrid CF on SI / August 3

Real Madrid Transfer News: Rodrygo, Reinier, Konate, Díaz & More - August 3, 2025

Real Madrid are looking to make another free transfer move in January, a tactic that has worked well in the past. They are also in talks worth Benfica over the sale of one of their stars.

SS Lazio News / The Laziali / August 3

This Week In Lazio History: July 28 – August 3

The week of July 28-August 3 saw Lazio win the prestigious Amsterdam Tournament, win at Anfield as well as Brighton and Southampton, and we remember 1936 Olympic Gold winner Giuseppe Baldo.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 3

Tottenham moving fast to beat Napoli to treble winner following James Maddison injury

Tottenham Hotspur are wasting no time in the transfer market following the worrying injury to star midfielder James Maddison, with the club launching an urgent enquiry for Manchester City’s Jack Grealish, according to sources close to the situation.

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / August 3

Juventus in four-horse race for Southampton midfielder

Juventus have entered the fray for Southampton youngster Mateus Fernandes who appears to be on his way out of the club. The 21-year-old is a youth product of Sporting CP who broke onto the scene during the 2023/24 campaign while on loan at Estoril.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 3

PSG ready to go big for PL star amidst serious Manchester United interest; Red Devils could yet lose out and yet win

The 2024/25 season was no less than a nightmare for Manchester United and their fans. Finishing the season at 15th place in the Premier League was embarrassing for a big club.

Real Madrid News / Football Espana / August 3

Vinicius Junior warned Real Madrid contract stand off could ‘backfire’

Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior remain blocked over talks for a new deal that could keep the Brazil international at the club long-term. The main issue focuses on the demands reportedly changing on the player’s end with the two parties now no longer in conversations over a possible renewal.

Soccer News / PSG Talk / August 3

Chelsea, Man City Get Good News as Man Utd Target New Option Over PSG Star

On Sunday, CaughtOffside reported, citing sources, that Manchester United is actively tracking Botafogo’s experienced goalkeeper John Victor. The 29-year-old has become a serious target for United’s recruitment team, with scouts impressed by his performance against PSG in the Club World Cup.

Soccer News / Football Espana / August 3

Ex-Barcelona chief slams Athletic Club and labels ‘Rashford better than Nico Williams’

Former Barcelona club president Joan Gaspart has taken a shot at Athletic Club over the failed Nico Williams transfer. Barcelona openly pursued Williams for the second summer in a row after failing to convince him over a move after winning UEFA Euro 2024 with Spain.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / August 3

Al-Nassr set to make sensational offer for Manchester United star

The 2024/25 season was a blow to us that will be hard to forget. Finishing 15th in the Premier League, losing the Europa League final to Tottenham Hotspur and then missing out on any European tournament next season—all happened in the same year.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 3

Manchester United are ready to cash in on attacking flop for £30m

The 2024/25 season has been a nightmare for Manchester United. Finishing 15th in the Premier League is embarrassing for any big club, but United compounded this failure when they lost the Europa League final to Tottenham.

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / August 3

Tottenham look to rival Manchester United for the signature of 'very ambitious' Swedish striker

Tottenham Hotspur’s recruitment plans in recent seasons have been very well thought-out, with a lot of emphasis being placed on young talents with an eye on the future.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / August 3

Manchester City beat Preston North End as they continue their preparations for the 25/26 season

Pep Guardiola and the Manchester City squad continue their preparations for the 25/26. The City squad returned to training on Monday, August 28. Yesterday saw Pep Guardiola’s side take on Preston North End in a behind-closed-doors friendly.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / August 3

Report: Boost for Tottenham as target’s antics could now open door to summer move

Brentford striker Yoane Wissa has been linked with a move away from the club during the summer transfer window. According to a report from talkSPORT, clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United are interested in the 28-year-old striker.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 3

Arsenal’s Top Winger Target Within Reach – If They Can Bend on Wages

Arsenal’s need for a left winger has now become a talking point across social media platforms. After yet another lacklustre pre-season showing from Gabriel Martinelli, this time in the 1-0 North London derby defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong, the consensus is growing: the Brazilian does not currently deserve to be starting for Arsenal.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 3

Napoli lose friendly 2-1 to Brest on Milinkovic-Savic debut

Lorenzo Lucca scores for the second game in a row and Vanja Milinkovic-Savic made his Napoli debut, but Antonio Conte’s men lost 2-1 to Stade Brestois.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 3

Opinion: Arsenal’s Free-Flowing Football Needs One More Piece – and It’s Not Eze

If Arsenal are not serious about Eberechi Eze, there is one obvious transfer they will be begging Andrea Berta to make. Most Gooners will be pleading with the club’s hierarchy to get Mikel Arteta a proper left winger, because Gabriel Martinelli, once electric, now looks worryingly flat.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / August 3

Ben Jacobs drops transfer update on Ben Chilwell and Axel Disasi – we have our doubts

Ben Jacobs has swooped in this afternoon with a nice big update on a number of Chelsea transfers. The big man writes about Renato Veiga and some potential interest from Saudi Arabia, which you can see here, but also has word of a number of other players the Blues have for sale.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

‘Cobham Gem’ Exit Could Unlock Xavi Simons Deal for Chelsea

The saga around Chelsea and Xavi Simons continues to drag on as we near the team’s return to action. With the side set to take on Bayer Leverkusen on August 9 in their first pre-season friendly of the campaign, they’ll be eager to get as many deals done as they can.