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Celta Vigo preparing Denis Suárez return from Villarreal
Celta are working on bringing Denis Suárez back from Villarreal after a direct request from coach Claudio Giráldez. Club president Marian Mouriño has already given the green light, but departures are needed first to free up salary cap space and roster spots.
Napoli’s Miguel Gutiérrez arrives for medical tests
New signing Miguel Gutiérrez has arrived for his Napoli medicals after completing a €20m transfer from Girona last week. The left-back is now set to finalise his move and join Rudi Garcia’s squad.
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🚨 Liverpool open to Tsimikas exit
Kostas Tsimikas is expected to leave Liverpool, with the club open to both permanent and initial loan proposals. The Greek left-back is prepared for a move as Arne Slot plans to rely on Milos Kerkez and Andy Robertson this season.
Guardiola on Rico Lewis future amid Forest bid
Pep Guardiola has addressed Nottingham Forest’s interest in Rico Lewis, saying he believes the youngster will stay at Manchester City: “I think he's going to stay, I think. He told me that! Today, I think he's going to stay, but I don't know what's going to happen…”
Chelsea working on Nkunku and Jackson exits
Chelsea continue to explore moves for Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson. AC Milan and Premier League clubs have been briefed on Jackson, though no deal is advanced. Talks between Nkunku and Bayern Munich remain ongoing without agreement, with Xavi Simons monitoring the situation closely.
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Napoli Forced To Search For New Striker After Lukaku Injury
Napoli anticipate that Romelu Lukaku will be sidelined for several weeks with a thigh injury, leaving director Giovanni Manna searching for a replacement striker.
AC Milan Confirm Interest In Juventus And Manchester United Strikers
Igli Tare has confirmed that Dusan Vlahovic and Rasmus Hojlund are among the options Milan are considering as they look to secure a new centre forward for the 2025-26 season.
The Milan director spoke on Sunday ahead of the Coppa Italia clash with Bari, making it clear that both strikers are on the club’s radar.
Sunderland bid for Jhon Lucumí
Sunderland have submitted an official bid to Bologna for Colombian defender Jhon Lucumí. The centre-back is eager to join the Premier League side’s project, but Bologna remain determined to keep him after his release clause expired, showing no willingness to let him go.
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Tottenham in talks for Eberechi Eze
Tottenham and Crystal Palace chairmen Daniel Levy and Steve Parish have been in direct contact today regarding Eberechi Eze. Spurs are prepared to bid £55m plus £5m in add-ons to close the deal. Eze has already informed Palace of his desire to join Spurs last week.
Napoli Back in Striker Market After Romelu Lukaku Suffers Long-Term Injury
Napoli have returned to the transfer market in search of a new striker after Romelu Lukaku suffered a serious muscle injury. The Belgian forward will be sidelined for at least three months, leaving Napoli short of options up front.
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Xabi Alonso Reaffirms Rodrygo’s Importance Amid Transfer Rumors Surrounding Real Madrid Forward
Xabi Alonso has addressed speculation over Rodrygo’s future, making it clear the Brazilian remains central to his plans. “There are many rumors in the summer, but I’ve seen him well and I count on everyone,” Alonso said. “I count on Rodrygo for sure, 100%.”
