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Hugo Ekitike Wanted By 2 Premier League Clubs

Hugo Ekitike might not be a household name just yet, but if this summer’s transfer window is anything to go by, the 22-year-old striker could be one of the most talked-about players in Europe.

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Real Madrid finalise key piece of business as 22-year-old pens six-year contract

Real Madrid have been busy in the transfer market this summer, with Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Franco Mastantuono all joining since the start of June.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / June 13

This Liverpool Announcement Could be Bigger Than the Wirtz Signing

Liverpool are set to break the British transfer record when the deal is completed for Florian Wirtz's $160m transfer from Bayer Leverkusen. It's one that has Liverpool fans salivating and is described by the club as a "game-changer".

Florian Wirtz News / ESPN / June 13

Sources: Liverpool agrees to $157M Wirtz deal

Liverpool have agreed to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz in a deal that could rise to a British transfer record fee of £116m, sources have told ESPN.

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Soccer News / Football Espana / June 12

Liverpool open door to negotiations with Barcelona for Luis Diaz – report

Barcelona continue to pursue Liverpool winger Luis Diaz, in spite of the obvious obstacles in the way of doing a deal. However one of the barriers may be lifting for the Blaugrana.

Enzo Fernandez News / Total Apex Sports / June 12

Enzo Fernandez Sent Off For a Head Kick

During Argentina’s match against Colombia, it was supposed to be just another tense South American qualifier. But as the clock ticked down, the game got off-script, and it was Enzo Fernandez who found himself at the center of the chaos.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 11

Barcelona planning third summer signing due to possible Premier League sale

Barcelona are hoping to be busy this summer, but signings are likely to depend on what sales can be made during the upcoming transfer window. The club’s well-documented financial woes means that players need to leave first, and a possible move could open the door to another arrival.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 11

Florentino Perez did not want Xabi Alonso as Real Madrid manager for Club World Cup

This summer’s Club World Cup will be the start of Xabi Alonso’s reign as head coach of Real Madrid, following his move from Bayer Leverkusen at the end of the domestic season.

Soccer News / Sports Courant / June 11

Club World Cup: How Real Madrid could line up under new boss Xabi Alonso

The last few weeks have seen significant changes in the Real Madrid team. The fans bid farewell to some of their beloved players at the end of the last season, i.e., Lucas Vazquez and Luka Modric.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Total Apex Sports / June 10

Bayern Star Catching PL Attention

Bayern Munich’s centre-back Kim Min‑jae has quietly emerged as one of the most talked about defenders in Europe this summer. It is hardly a surprise that the Premier League’s elite are circling.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 10

Xabi Alonso has four new signings in planned Real Madrid XI for next season

Real Madrid have only made two signings so far this summer, but already Xabi Alonso is planning on two more arrivals before next season. The Basque manager already has a starting XI for next season in mind too.

Bayer Leverkusen News / ESPN / June 10

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool close in on Wirtz

Liverpool have reportedly broken their club record to sign Bayer Leverkusen attacking midfielder Florian Wirtz. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / June 10

Done Deal: Liverpool Give In to ‘Crazy’ Asking Price to Avoid ‘Long Saga’ for Huge Target

Florian Wirtz looks set to become a Liverpool player after a deal has been agreed with Bayer Leverkusen for one of Germany’s, and Europe’s, biggest rising talents.

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Bayer Leverkusen News / Athlon Sports / June 10

Club World Cup Odds: Bookies Heavily Favor European Teams

Real Madrid are the favorites to win the Club World Cup (CWC), which kicks off on June 14th with Lionel Messi's Inter Milan vs Al Ahly. The full list of odds is at the bottom of this article.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Football Espana / June 10

Real Madrid present Dean Huijsen: ‘When they called, I didn’t think about other teams’

Real Madrid presented new defensive signing Dean Huijsen on Tuesday, after he completed a move from Bournemouth for €60m in recent weeks. The 20-year-old Spain international was a Madridista growing up, and was delighted to fulfil his dream of playing for them.

Soccer News / Football Espana / June 9

Real Madrid have no plans to sell Arsenal target this summer

Real Madrid could part ways with several players this summer, and multiple have been linked with a move to Arsenal. But for one of them, it has been made clear that he will not be leaving the Spanish capital during the second transfer window that gets underway at the start of July.

Xabi Alonso News / ESPN / June 9

Alonso starts work as Madrid step up CWC prep

Xabi Alonso completed his first training session as manager of Real Madrid on Monday after being reminded by Florentino Perez of the importance of the Club World Cup.

Martin Zubimendi News / Football Espana / June 9

Martin Zubimendi halts move to Arsenal after Real Madrid call

‘Nothing is closed’ is the latest word coming from Spain, and by contrast, ‘everything is open’, regarding the future of Arsenal target Martin Zubimendi.

Soccer News / Extratime Talk / June 5

Florian Wirtz News: Liverpool in Position To Make Huge Signing for 2025/26 Season

Florian Wirtz is the new blue-eyed boy of German football. He is in heavy demand in England as well, and has reportedly rejected a club as successful as Manchester City recently.

Cristiano Ronaldo News / Athlon Sports / June 5

Cristiano Ronaldo Sends Strong Message After Portugal-Germany Nations League Match

Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't be more hyped up after sending the Portugal national football team to the Nations League final on Wednesday. The 40-year-old forward's future in football has been a major talking point over the last few days.

Bayer Leverkusen News / Last Word On Sports / June 4

‘One More Round of Talks’: Liverpool Find ‘Perfect’ Solution to Biggest Problem

It looks like Bournemouth will be losing another key player this summer as Liverpool close in on a deal for Milos Kerkez. Details are still being worked out but it looks to be clear that the Hungarian will depart this summer and Anfield seems to be his likely destination, as it has looked to be for the last few months.

Jadon Sancho News / HITC / June 3

The real reason why Jadon Sancho’s move to Chelsea from Manchester United collapsed

Jadon Sancho is heading back to Manchester United after Chelsea decided against making his loan move permanent. Manchester United supporters briefly thought they had seen the last of Jadon Sancho after a season-long loan to Chelsea was finalised last summer.