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Romano confirms in Monday morning update that ‘unplayable’ star is ‘giving priority’ to Man United; ‘deal on’

Manchester United’s priority heading into yet another week is finalising the signing of Bryan Mbeumo. The Old Trafford faithful are beginning to pull their hair out with just how long this saga is dragging on, given it’s now been over a month since United submitted their opening bid of £55 million.

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Serie A manager confirms move for Real Madrid midfielder

Real Madrid legend Luka Modric is facing what is either his final game or his penultimate game for Los Blancos on Wednesday night, as they take on Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup semi-final.

Napoli News / Football Italia / July 7

Napoli striker keen to join Celtic on loan as talks begin

Celtic are reportedly exploring the conditions of a loan deal for Napoli striker Giuseppe Ambrosino, according to Sky Sports. Sky Sports UK reports that Celtic have opened talks over a possible loan deal with an option to buy for Napoli-owned striker Ambrosino.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 7

Romano dismisses Martinelli to Al Nassr rumours

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has clarified that claims linking Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr are “wide of the mark”.

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Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / July 7

Napoli, Milan, and Atalanta in the Mix for Udinese Star

Napoli won’t go all the way to sign Lorenzo Lucca until they have a chance to bring in Darwin Nunez, which exposes them to other sides’ interferences with their pursuit, as Milan and Atalanta have joined in.

Tottenham remain optimistic that they can sign 24-year-old Ivory Coast striker

Tottenham need to take decisive action this summer. The board know that they cannot repeat the same mistakes they made in previous transfer windows. The fans are demanding signings that will have an immediate impact.

Real Sociedad News / Last Word On Sports / July 7

Fabrizio Romano Debunks Rumours of Arsenal’s ‘Massive Talent’ Leaving for Saudi Arabia This Summer

After another season of missing out on silverware, Mikel Arteta and Arsenal look ahead to try and improve in the next campaign. They have already completed signings that fix key problems throughout their squad, though they will also have to deal with advances from other clubs for their players.

Bayern Munich News / Football Italia / July 7

Donnarumma texted his agent after Musiala injury: ‘It was never my intention’

Manuel Neuer criticised Gigio Donnarumma after his involvement in the Jamal Musiala injury, but the Italy captain insists it was ‘never’ his intention to hurt the Bayern Munich star.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 7

LFCTV will broadcast hour-long Diogo Jota tribute on Monday evening

Liverpool FC will commemorate Diogo Jota with an hour-long tribute on the club’s official in-house TV channel on Monday evening. In the days since the

Soccer News / Juvefc.com / July 7

Juventus schedule crunch meeting with Vlahovic as Milan & Al-Hilal lurk

Juventus and Dusan Vlahovic are preparing for a direct confrontation that could finally determine the player’s future. The Bianconeri are bracing themselves for what could be a decisive week on several fronts.

Liverpool FC News / Empire of the Kop / July 7

Liverpool to lead decision on friendly with Preston after Jota heartbreak

Liverpool’s first match of the summer is currently scheduled for Sunday, 13 July — but no decision has yet been made on whether it will go ahead. We are

Napoli News / Football Italia / July 7

Insigne: Italy call-up one of the ‘main goals’ after Toronto FC exit

Ex-Napoli star Lorenzo Insigne hopes to find a new club ‘as soon as possible’ as he aims for a new Italy national team call-up: ‘It’s one of the main goals.’ Insigne has terminated his contract with Toronto FC and is currently without a club.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / July 7

Report – Besiktas & Premier League Clubs Vying To Sign Inter Milan & Iran Star

Besiktas and clubs in the Premier League are vying to sign out-of-favour Inter Milan striker Mehdi Taremi this summer. This according to today’s print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 7

Not Mbeumo: Man Utd close in on second summer signing; medical could be imminent

Manchester United are reportedly on the cusp of welcoming their second summer signing in the form of Valencia starlet Javi Guerra. In a completely out-of-the-blue update this morning, reputable journalist Daniele Longo claims the 22-year-old is ‘close’ to joining United.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / July 7

Inter Milan Lead The Race For €40M Rated Parma Star – But Must Offload Germany Star First

Inter Milan are the club leading the race to sign Parma defender Giovanni Leoni, but they would have to sell Yann Bisseck first. This according to today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

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Fiorentina News / SempreInter.com / July 7

All Set For Fiorentina To Sign Inter Milan Striker – But Must First Offload Three Players

Everything is in place for Fiorentina to sign Inter Milan striker Sebastiano Esposito, but they must make a few sales first. This according to today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Soccer News / Stretty News / July 7

As well as Delap and Gyokeres: Journalist reveals Man Utd were also ‘rejected’ by 151-goal whiz who they ‘really want’

It’s been a summer of snubs for Manchester United this year, as they have again been made to go back to the drawing board in their pursuit of a prolific goalscorer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 7

Which transfer will Arsenal focus on after sealing Gyokeres deal

Arsenal are set to complete the signing of Viktor Gyokeres in the coming days after making significant progress in negotiations with the striker. The Swedish

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 7

Raul Jimenez honours Jota with goal and celebration in Gold Cup final

Liverpool fans around the world were moved once again on Sunday night as Raul Jimenez honoured Diogo Jota in Mexico’s Gold Cup triumph over the USA. The Fulham striker, who shared two prolific seasons with Jota at Wolves before his switch to Anfield, scored Mexico’s equaliser in the final and immediately dedicated the moment to his fallen friend.

Soccer News / Empire of the Kop / July 7

Sadio Mane posts emotional tribute to Jota: 'Forever in our hearts'

The outpouring of grief from the football world following Diogo Jota’s tragic passing continues, with former Liverpool forward Sadio Mane posting an emotional tribute on Instagram.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / July 7

Ornstein: Amorim left on red-alert with ‘advanced talks’ now underway with target, the situation is ‘progressing’

Manchester United are now poised to officially suffer their second snub of the summer with Viktor Gyokeres closing in on a move to Arsenal. After already

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / July 7

Versatile Englishman 'high on Thomas Frank’s list', Tottenham could sign him on a bargain

Tottenham Hotspur continues to be linked with Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa, and they could look to get the deal done this summer. According to former Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson, the player is high on Thomas Frank’s transfer wishlist.

Soccer News / Field Level Media / July 6

Sounders, Crew play to 1-1 draw

Paul Rothrock scored in the 43rd minute and the Seattle Sounders forged a 1-1 tie with the visiting Columbus Crew on Sunday. Rothrock's third marker of the season came as the result of some brilliance by Kalani Kossi-Rienzi.

United States Mens Soccer News / Yardbarker / July 6

Mexico defeats USMNT to claim 2025 Gold Cup title

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Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / July 6

Tottenham ready to splash the cash for PL proven star with ‘pretty high’ wage demands

Marcus Rashford is still under contract at Manchester United, but his departure this summer looks imminent. After a low-key loan spell at Aston Villa in the second half of last season, the 27-year-old England striker has returned to Old Trafford with no clear prospects of continuity.