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Arteta praises Arsenal’s kids who joined them in pre-season

Arsenal have continued their tradition of including a select group of academy talents in their pre-season tour, and this summer has been no exception. Each year, the Gunners provide opportunities for promising youth players to train and play alongside senior squad members, and the latest group of youngsters has once again risen to the occasion.

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'Some players' Tudor reacts to Juventus draw against Reggiana

Igor Tudor has shared his thoughts following Juventus’ 2-2 draw against Reggiana in their pre-season friendly earlier today. The fixture marked the Bianconeri’s return to action as they prepare for the new campaign, with the players aiming to regain match sharpness after their summer break.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / August 2

Celtic consider three attackers as Paul Tisdale makes scouting visit

Celtic are reportedly considering three players that featured in a Europa Conference League qualifier early this week. The Scottish Champions are in the market for attackers and it is reported that Celtic’s Head of Football Operations, Paul Tisdale, personally attended at the game between Hammarby and Charleroi to scout possible transfer targets.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / August 2

Report – Inter Milan In Direct Talks To Sign Chelsea Outcast

Inter Milan are reportedly in direct talks with Chelsea about the possibility of signing forward Christopher Nkunku. This according to French outlet L’Equipe, via FCInterNews.

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Soccer News / Football Italia / August 2

Napoli reignite interest in Liverpool winger Chiesa

Napoli are considering a move for Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa, reports from Italy claim, after the former Juventus player has been considered surplus to requirements by the Premier League champions.

Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 2

Manchester United eyeing a move for French star as Juventus move stalls

The 2024/25 season progressed like a painful movie. Manchester United finished 15th in the Premier League, which is humiliating for the club’s level. Reaching the Europa League final seemed like a relief, but there too we lost to Tottenham Hotspur.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 2

French outlet L’Equipe reveal Maresca’s stance on Nkunku amid Inter Milan links

Inter Milan have been in contact with the representatives of Christopher Nkunku for several days, but Enzo Maresca believes he could be part of the Chelsea project according to reports.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 2

Report: Juventus set Vlahovic asking price amid Milan interest

Juventus are willing to part ways with Serbian forward Dusan Vlahovic this summer, reports from Italy claim, but only if a bid comes in for at least €25 million.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / August 2

Report – Cagliari Pushing To Sign Out-Of-Favour Inter Milan Striker

Cagliari are reportedly pushing for a deal to sign Inter Milan striker Sebastiano Esposito. This according to today’s print edition of Cagliari-based newspaper La Nuova Sardegna, via FCInterNews.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / August 2

Major clue about Chelsea’s next transfer comes from top German insider

Chelsea’s busiest week of the window rolls on, and today there’s important news coming from RB Leipzig’s training camp. The German side are in the process of selling Benjamin Sesko, with both Manchester United and Newcastle pushing hard for the striker, but also are locked in talks with Chelsea over Xavi Simons.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / August 2

Paul Joyce breaks deal that sees Liverpool realise £144.9m transfer truth

Liverpool are set to further bolster their kitty this summer with the sale of Tyler Morton to Lyon now imminent. Paul Joyce confirmed the transfer in question on X (formerly Twitter).

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / August 2

Inter Milan Target Expected Back In Training For Atalanta This Week As Transfer Saga Takes Bitter Turn

Ademola Lookman is expected back in training for Atalanta this week as the transfer saga linking him to Inter Milan grows increasingly bitter. This according to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / August 2

Manchester United ace keeps his feet grounded as he sheds light on Ruben Amorim’s impact

The 2024/25 season was perhaps one of the most embarrassing seasons in Manchester United’s history. Finishing 15th in the Premier League is a shame for a club that once ruled English football.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / August 2

Inter Milan Not Keen To Sell Germany Star This Summer – Interest Growing In Italy International

Inter Milan are reportedly not keen to sell defender Yann Bisseck this summer, while interest is growing in Davide Frattesi. This according to Italian transfer reporter Matteo Moretto.

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Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 2

Liverpool steals a march on Arsenal to agree personal terms with quality player

Liverpool and Arsenal are both vying to secure the signature of Rodrygo in the current transfer window, as the Brazilian forward appears to be surplus to requirements under new Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso.

Soccer News / Last Word On Sports / August 2

West Ham United Agree Deal for ‘Special’ Attacker

West Ham United endured a challenging 2024/25 season, which saw them finish 14th, just one point ahead of Manchester United. It’s been a quiet summer transfer

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / August 2

Ex Man City Veteran Insists ‘There Were No Hard Feelings’ Over Inter Milan Departure

Striker Edin Dzeko says that there were “no hard feelings” regarding his departure from Inter Milan in 2023. The Bosnian spoke to the Gazzetta dello Sport in an interview in this weekend’s Sportweek insert, via FCInterNews.

Brentford FC News / We All Follow United / August 2

Italian giants will only consider Manchester United outcast this summer under one condition

The 2024/25 season saw Manchester United return to their worst form in their history. Finishing 15th in the Premier League was nothing short of a nightmare for us, the fans.

Son Heung-min News / Yardbarker / August 2

Tottenham Hotspur star announces unexpected departure

In a summer already marked by high drama in the soccer world, Tottenham Hotspur captain Heung-min Son has delivered a stunning announcement: he will leave the club this summer after more than a decade of service.

Newcastle eye Alexander Isak replacement as Liverpool interest ramps up

'One of my favourite players' – England international praises ‘role model’ Tottenham ace ahead of pre-season clash

Tottenham superstar edging closer to securing exit with asking price set – Report

Report: Tottenham in five-way race to sign 19-year-old talent, £40m would ‘get the deal done’

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Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / August 2

David Ornstein’s blockbuster morning update is great news for Liverpool & Alexander Isak transfer

The dominoes are falling neatly for Liverpool as Newcastle table a first official bid for Benjamin Sesko. Eddie Howe’s men are keen on first bringing in a successor for Anfield-linked Alexander Isak before parting ways with the Swede for a potential British record transfer fee.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 2