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Arsenal closing in on signing Calafiori

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Premier League giants Arsenal are all set to beat Chelsea and Juventus in the race to sign Italy and Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori this summer.

The Gunners are set to agree on a deal with Bologna where they will have to pay a transfer fee of around €50m (£42m) to secure the signature of the 22-year-old.

Napoli won't sell Kvaratskhelia this summer

According to Rudy Galetti, Napoli have not changed their stance on Kvaratskhelia's transfer as they will not sell the Georgian star in the ongoing summer transfer window.

Paris Saint-Germain continue to remain interested in the player but they are yet to initiate talks with the Serie A side. The 2022/23 Italian champions are likely to offer a new contract to the winger.

Fulham show interest in Man Utd's McTominay

Per Manchester World, Fulham are among several Premier League clubs who have shown interest in signing Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay this summer. United are willing to part ways with the midfielder this summer as they look to fund new incoming transfers.

West Ham target Theate set to join Al-Ittihad

🚨🟡⚫️ Arthur Theate to Al Ittihad, here we go! Deal in place for €18m fee to Rennes, all done also on player side.

First move for new coach Pioli, smart signing for Ittihad as many clubs were keen including West Ham.

24 year old Belgium international also completed medical. pic.twitter.com/KQA2qwGGzK

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 3, 2024

Chelsea's Leupolz leaves the club to join Real Madrid
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Chelsea chasing another Brazilian wonderkid

According to Footmercato, Chelsea are showing interest in signing yet another Brazilian wonderkid as they eye move for Corinthians' Wesley Gassova this summer. The Blues, however, will face competition from West Ham and Nice who are also keen on roping in the Brazilian.

Chelsea reject AC Milan's offer for Chukwuemeka

Corriere dello Sport reports that AC Milan made an offer to sign Chelsea's 20-year-old midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka on loan, however, the Blues turned down their approach as they are not interested in a temporary deal.

Arsenal want to offer new contract to Obi Martin

According to Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are determined to retain the services of wonderkid Chido Obi Martin as they look to offer him a long-term deal.

The player, however, is currently evaluating his options as he has also attracted interest from German giants Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.

Southampton sign Edwards from Peterborough United

Southampton have announced the signing of defender Ronnie Edwards from League One side Peterborough United on a four-year deal.

Speaking to the club's website after putting pen to paper, Edwards said, "I'm buzzing to be here. It's a massive club and I can't wait to get started. Obviously from what happened last year, they had an unbelievable season. The manager seems like he's got a great bunch of lads and they've got a real togetherness, and the style of play Southampton plays suits me the best. I'm excited to get going. It's a dream come true for anyone, so I've got to be excited and obviously looking forward to it."

Palhinha set to complete Bayern Munich move

🚨🔴 João Palhinha to Bayern, here we go! Deal approved on fee around €50m plus €5m add-ons.

Palhinha will sign contract until 2028 at Bayern, he’s been pushing for weeks for the deal to happen.

Medical to be booked then docs to be signed.

Story confirmed. ✅🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/Qh58buI805

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 3, 2024