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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.

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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 / 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.

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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).

Lille News / Football Italia / August 2

Tudor delighted with Bremer return; Juventus working hard for new season

Juventus drew 2-2 against Reggiana today in their first pre-season friendly of the summer and head coach Igor Tudor has described the match as “a good test for us” and said that his side are “working hard” ahead of the new season.

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.

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.

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

Juventus FC News / Juvefc.com / August 2

No need to panic – Reggiana draw will not define Juventus’ season

Juventus and Reggiana played out a 2–2 draw in what marked the Bianconeri’s first pre-season fixture of the summer. The match served as the initial step in Juventus’ preparations for the upcoming campaign, with further fixtures expected before the new season officially begins.

Napoli News / Football Italia / August 2

Wolves swoop for Napoli target Juanlu

Wolves have accelerated in their pursuit of Sevilla full-back Juanlu, as the Premier League side look to beat Napoli in the race to sign the Spaniard. According to Fabrizio Romano on X, Wolves are now pushing to sign the 21-year-old, despite Napoli being in talks to sign the player for over a month.

Celtic FC News / The Celtic Star / August 2

Celtic’s recruitment woes leaves Rodgers thinking outside the box

As Celtic prepare to unfurl the League Flag this Sunday and celebrate last season’s Premiership triumph, the focus quickly shifts from ceremony to substance… With St Mirren the first visitors to Celtic Park this campaign, Brendan Rodgers must now decide on the starting eleven that will begin the club’s title defence.

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Soccer News / We All Follow United / August 2

Manchester United handed telling blow as PL star opts to join arch-rivals Liverpool

Last season was a forgettable one for Manchester United and their fans. The club finished 15th in the 2024/25 Premier League season. Europa League hopes also ended with a final loss to Tottenham Hotspur.

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 2

Inter open talks with Chelsea outcast Nkunku after Lookman bid rejected

Inter have reportedly resumed talks with the agents of Christopher Nkunku after Atalanta rejected their latest offer for Ademola Lookman. Inter have resumed talks with Chelsea striker Nkunku after seeing Atalanta reject their €45m offer, including add-ons for Lookman.

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.

Tottenham Hotspur 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

England international is keenly waiting for Arsenal to sign him

Arsenal are reportedly pursuing the signing of Eberechi Eze in the current transfer window, and their interest in the Crystal Palace star has become one of the most widely acknowledged topics in football circles.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / August 2

Three reasons why Man Utd must avoid signing club rebel wanted by Forest – Opinion

Manchester United are one of the few Premier League clubs that have been linked with Douglas Luiz, but the Red Devils are arguably better off without the Juventus midfielder.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 2

'Not expected to' – Romano provides major update on Xavi Simons amid Chelsea negotiations

Xavi Simons did not train with RB Leipzig on Friday and is not expected to be part of the squad for Saturday’s game against Atalanta according to Fabrizio Romano.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 2

'I can understand' Thomas Frank praises Arsenal’s new signing

Christian Norgaard has featured under Thomas Frank more than any other manager throughout his footballing journey, having played under him at various Denmark youth levels as well as during their extended spell together at Brentford.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / August 2

BBC Sport reveal transfer fee Chelsea could receive from Burnley for Armando Broja

Armando Broja is set to join Premier League new boys Burnley, and Chelsea could receive up to £20m for the striker according to reports. Broja has agreed a long term contract with Burnley and will reportedly have his medical with the Clarets in the next 24 hours.