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Everton keen to rival Fenerbahce for Walker

Per journalist Mike McGrath, Everton have shown interest in signing Kyle Walker after the Manchester City star failed to secure an AC Milan move.

Last week, reports emerged in the Turkish media that Fenerbahce are keen on signing the veteran full-back as Jose Mourinho is aiming to bolster his squad ahead of the new season. Fenerbahce have even formally submitted an offer to City for the 35-year-old defender.

Atletico target seasoned defender as Robertson alternative

According to The Times, Atletico Madrid have already identified Andy Robertson's alternative in case Liverpool do not agree to let the player leave for free. Diego Simeone's side is reportedly keen on signing Lucas Digne from Aston Villa, who, like Robertson, has only a year left in his existing deal. Digne has prior experience of playing in Spain as he spent two years at Barcelona before moving to Everton in 2018.

Chelsea make enquiry for £42m-rated Lyon star Fofana

Per The Athletic, Chelsea have made a verbal enquiry about 20-year-old Lyon winger Mallick Fofana as they look to bolster their squad in the summer transfer window.

The Premier League side are looking for right-footed wide players who can operate on the flanks, after they decided not to make Jadon Sancho's transfer permanent from Manchester United.

Wrexham sign Hardie from Plymouth

Wrexham have completed their first signing of the summer transfer window as they secured a transfer for Plymouth forward Ryan Hardie, the club confirmed on Monday.

The official statement from the club read: "Wrexham AFC are delighted to announce the signing of striker Ryan Hardie from Plymouth Argyle for an undisclosed fee, pending international clearance and registration. Hardie has signed a contract until the end of the 2027/28 season and becomes our first new signing of the 2025 summer transfer window."

Barcelona edging closer to sealing Williams transfer

Barcelona are leading the transfer race ahead of Arsenal and Bayern Munich for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams.

Per Sky Sports' Florian Plettemberg, the Blaugrana have emerged as favourites to secure the transfer of Spanish Williams from Athletic Club this summer. European giants like Bayern Munich, Arsenal and Chelsea are keen on adding the star winger to their roster, but it is now believed that the Spanish champions are in pole position in the transfer race.

Wrexham target Championship captain compared to Iniesta

According to The Sun, Wrexham are keen on Barry Bannan, who is only two weeks from the end of his Sheffield Wednesday contract. The Owls have also been struggling financially, not able to pay players for the past two weeks, which is advantageous for Wrexham, given the budget made available by co-owners Ryan and Rob McElhenney.

Man Utd line-up highly-rated Algerian midfielder from Nice

Per The Sun, Manchester United reportedly sent scouts to Friends Arena in Solna as Sweden took on Algeria in an international. The club officials closely monitored the performance of Hicham Boudaoui, who featured in the starting lineup and spent an hour on the pitch. The Premier League giants are now thinking of signing the 25-year-old, who has been tipped to leave Nice this summer.

Arsenal ditch Gyokeres interest & resurrect Watkins pursuit

According to Portuguese outlet Record (via The Sun), Arsenal have at least temporarily shelved interest in Gyokeres. It follows unsuccessful talks with Sporting CP, in which the Portuguese champions are said to have held firm over an £85 million ($116m) asking price, with the Gunners only offering £55m ($75m).

It appears to have turned Arsenal back onto Watkins. Although not going as far as suggesting that interest in Gyokeres is over, the Mirror has reported that a fresh approach for Watkins is not being ruled out.

Bournemouth land Kerkez replacement

Bournemouth have announced the signing of French left-back Adrien Truffert. The 23-year-old joins from Rennes, where he had been captain since January, on a long-term contract to 2030. The package, including add-ons, is reported to be worth just under £15 million ($20m) and therefore not a minor expense.

Why Man Utd have no concerns over Mbeumo transfer

Following Thomas Frank's move to Tottenham, Sky Sports reported that the North London side could now attempt to hijack Manchester United's deal for the Brentford star after they reportedly held talks with the Bees.

However, multiple reports have claimed that the Red Devils remain confident of landing the player as the Cameroon international reportedly only wants a move to Manchester.

Milan offer Leao for Araujo as Barca cool on Diaz deal

AC Milan make a bold move for Barcelona star Ronald Araujo, offering in-demand forward Rafael Leao in return.

According to Mundo Deportivo, the Rossoneri, now under new boss Massimiliano Allegri, are pushing for the Uruguayan centre-back and have reportedly reactivated a move that was first floated late last summer. Barca, meanwhile, are hunting for a left-sided attacker and have Leao among their backup plans after hitting a wall in the Diaz pursuit.

When Wirtz will complete £116m Liverpool transfer

Florian Wirtz's Liverpool medical has been scheduled as his £116 million ($159m) move to Anfield reaches its conclusion.

The German will sign a five-year deal that ties him to Liverpool until 2030. As per The Athletic, the 22-year-old is due to arrive in the United Kingdom later this week and will undergo his Liverpool medical on Friday, and once completed, the official announcement from the Merseyside club could come shortly after.

Benfica confirm Felix interest but Chelsea exit complicated

Joao Felix has been left out of Chelsea’s Club World Cup squad, and Benfica may offer him an exit route as Bruno Lage admitted to a possible return.

The Benfica head coach confirmed the club's interest in re-signing Felix, but Lage warned that the financial conditions required to finalise the deal are the major obstacles.

Grealish set to be offered Man City escape route in £45m deal

Manchester City outcast Jack Grealish is set to be offered a way out of the club this summer in a transfer worth £45 million.

Grealish looks destined to leave Manchester City this summer after being left out of Pep Guardiola's squad for the Club World Cup. According to The Sun, Grealish is now being targeted by Serie A winners Napoli who have £45 million (€59m) to spend. The Italian side are also keen on Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho and must now decide between the two players.

Bournemouth sign Kerkez replacement Adrien Truffert from Stade Rennais
Bournemouth may have already secured their replacement for the soon-to-depart Milos Kerkez, as the Cherries have confirmed the signing of French left-back Adrien Truffert from Stade Rennais.

Laporte back to La Liga? Athletic make contact amid Man Utd bid

Athletic Club have made a decisive move to re-sign their former star Aymeric Laporte from Al-Nassr but European clubs intend to compete.

According to Estadio Deportivo, Athletic have initiated contact with Laporte and his current club, Al-Nassr, over a potential return to San Mames. The Spanish international, who left the Spanish club for Manchester City in 2018, is now a target for the Basque side as they look to bolster their defence ahead of the 2025-26 campaign. Laporte remains under contract with Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr until 2026. However, a transfer could mean a significant reduction in his salary and require a fee for the deal.

Pogba nears homecoming as Monaco close in on double deal

Monaco are aiming for a dramatic double swoop this summer, eyeing Paul Pogba as they move in on Barcelona outcast Ansu Fati.

Monaco are eager to lock-in the arrival of Fati and are confident of having the deal finalised soon, Sport reports. They will then push to have Pogba unveiled as a Monaco player, which could possibly happen in the next week. The 32-year-old midfielder has been a free agent since the end of last year and is now eligible to play again.

Ter Stegen adamant to stay at Barcelona - despite Galatarasary interest

Ter Stegen has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with Galatasaray amid his fury at the club's conduct surrounding the transfer, though Marca now reports he remains defiant and vows to stay.

Barca ready to unveil Joan Garcia as new goalkeeper

Barcelona are set to finalise the signing of Espanyol keeper Joan Garcia this week.

Barcelona are set to announce the signing of Joan Garcia from city rivals Espanyol, with Mundo Deportivo reporting that La Liga have confirmed his €25 million (£21m/$28m) release clause has been paid. The 24-year-old goalkeeper will be presented this week, with personal terms already agreed.