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- Ian Tuckey, Digital sport journalist
ILKAY GUNDOGAN is closing in on a stunning return to Manchester City.
Meanwhile, Chelsea have announced the signing of Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix on a permanent deal.
Elsewhere, Liverpool are reportedly closing in on the £29.9m signing of Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili.
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just nowBy Chisanga Malata
Arsenal frustration
Arsenal are frustrated with Real Sociedad for delaying Mikel Merino’s move to the Emirates.
That’s according to GiVEMESPORT, who claim the La Liga side have “slowed down” the transfer on their end.
The Gunners, however, are said to be confident of sealing the signing of the Spain international before the transfer window closes on Friday.
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17 minutes agoBy Kealan Hughes
Arsenal set to tie down Arteta
Mikel Arteta is expected to commit his long-term future to Arsenal soon, report Sky Sports News.
The relationship between the manager, sporting director Edu, and the Kroenke ownership is so strong that formal talks are not seen as necessary.
There has been a flowing conversation, and there is conviction that the club will be an even greater force in the years to come under Arteta's guidance.
The 42-year-old's current terms are up in 2025, but there has been no rush from his side or the club's in boxing off a new deal as there in total alignment in vision, and so no pressure to force negotiations.
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37 minutes agoBy Kealan Hughes
Man Utd eye Fulham defender
Man Utd are set to make their move for Fulham defender Antonee Robinson if the Cottagers sign Ferdi Kadioglu, according to GiveMeSport.
Fenerbahce are asking for £35million plus £5m in add-ons for any club to complete a deal and if Fulham manage to get a deal over the line then Man Utd ‘want’ to seal a deal for Robinson, who could then become available.
The Red Devils have been in search of a left-back with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia plagued by injuries.
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55 minutes agoBy Kealan Hughes
Fulham close to signing defender
Fulham are close to re-signing Joachim Andersen from Crystal Palace after agreeing a deal worth about £27million, report The Telegraph.
The Danish centre-back will undergo a medical at Fulham as he prepares to make the switch back to Craven Cottage from Selhurst Park.
Andersen's sale could put the final nail in the coffin of Newcastle's attempts to sign Marc Guehi, with Palace keen to keep the defender.
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Today, 14:57By Kealan Hughes
Man Utd offered Chelsea star
Man Utd have been offered the opportunity to sign unwanted Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell this summer, according to talkSPORT.
The report comes as Maresca told a press conference on Wednesday that both Chilwell and Raheem Sterling – who has been linked to Juventus and Aston Villa – are no longer part of his plans and have been training away from the rest of the Chelsea first team.
On Chilwell and Sterling, Maresca said: “They are training apart. As I said, the situation is quite clear and there is not any update on the situation.
“They are Chelsea players. Until they are Chelsea players. But it’s possible to give them all minutes. Those who want minutes, they are better off to leave.”
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Today, 14:47By Kealan Hughes
Aston Villa tie down star
Goalkeeper Emi Martinez has signed a five-year deal with Aston Villa.
He has been subject to transfer interest in the past with Bayern Munich previously monitoring his situation.
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Today, 14:12By Ian Tuckey
Furuhashi on Etihad list
Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi is reportedly a surprise option for Man City.
The Japan ace is on the list as a potential replacement for Atletico Madrid’s £82million capture Julian Alvarez.
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Today, 13:46By Ian Tuckey
Utd 'still monitoring Ederson'
Manchester United could yet land a third Atalanta player.
Amad Diallo hopes to enjoy a breakthrough season after arriving at Old Trafford in 2021 and striker Rasmus Hojlund followed the winger in from the Serie A club last summer.
And it's claimed the Red Devils are in regular contact over Atalanta's Brazil midfielder Ederson.
Aston Villa are also said to be interested in the twice-capped 25-year-old.
However, United reportedly have an "excellent" relationship with Atalanta.
And it's reckoned Ederson might move to Old Trafford within the next few months.
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Today, 13:34By Ian Tuckey
Burnley close on Ronaldinho's son
Ronaldinho's son is closing on a shock switch from Barcelona to Burnley.
Winger Joao Mendes, 19, has already been pictured smiling with a Clarets' kit.
Now Burnley are said to be putting the finishing touches on a deal for theBarcaacademy star.
Mendes started his career in his nativeBrazilwith Cruzeiro before joining the Spanish giants in 2023 following a successful trial.
But his contract with the Blaugrana expired in June.
And Burnley fans have been surprised as well as excited to hear he could soon be joining their bid for an instant return to the Premier League.
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Today, 13:25By Ian Tuckey
Enzo admits Raheem & Chilwell will 'struggle' to play
Boss Enzo Maresca has sent speculation over Chelsea's Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell spiralling with his "honest" opinion on their future.
Frontman Sterling voiced his unhappiness at being left out of the Blues' opening Prem squad on Monday.
Left-back Chilwell also missed out, having already been tipped to leave.
Maresca explained his position at a press conference ahead of tomorrow's Europa Conference League play-off with Servette.
He revealed: "I said to Sterling he is going to struggle for minutes with us.
"I said Chilly is a lovely guy but he’s struggling to find a position with us.
"I don’t think this is brutal, just honest.”
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Today, 13:15By Ian Tuckey
Liverpool to rival Gunners for Garcia?
Any hopes Arsenal had of recruiting Joan Garcia have suffered a double dent today.
First the 23-year-old keeper confirmed he is "very happy" at Espanyol.
And now possible interest from Liverpool in the former Spain Under-21 star is being talked up.
New Anfield chief Arne Slot is reportedly monitoring Garcia.
His 12 clean sheets in 21 games last season helped Espanyol return to the Spanish top tier.
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Today, 13:06By Ian Tuckey
Ugarte talks 'continuing'
Manchester United are "advancing talks" over signing PSG's Manuel Ugarte, according to the latest reports this afternoon.
The Uruguayan is regarded as Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag's preferred option for a new anchorman.
Both clubs would reportedly like to agree a permanent deal for the 23-year-old.
But a loan deal, almost certainly with an obligation to buy, hasn't been ruled out.
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Today, 12:56By Ian Tuckey
Blues snap up Joao in permanent deal
Atletico Madrid's Joao Felix has joined Chelsea on a seven-year contract.
The 41-cap Portugal winger, 24, had loan spells with the Blues two seasons and Barcelona last term.
It's thought Chelsea have splashed £42milion plus £4.3m add-ons. on the former Benfica ace.
Felix hit four goals in 16 Prem games for Chelsea in the second half of 2022-23.
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Today, 12:51By Ian Tuckey
Chelsea seal Felix return
BREAKING: Chelsea have resigned ex-loanee winger Joao Felix in a deal worth up to £46.3m.
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Today, 12:49By Ian Tuckey
Tosin back in Chelsea squad after 'admin error' fixed
Tosin Adarabioyo is in Chelsea's Europa Conference League squad against Servette tomorrow - after being left out due to a reported admin error.
The centre-back, signed from Fulham in June, was not named inEnzo Maresca's original party yesterday.
However, it has now been claimed that was a mistake and that Adarabioyowas always regarded as part of that squad
Raheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell and Wesley Fofana all remain absent, whileLevi Colwillis expected to be named on the B-list.
Sterling wasleft out of the Chelsea squadahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
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Today, 12:29By Ian Tuckey
Toon favourites to land Guehi
Newcastleappear to be Marc Guehi's likeliest destination if Crystal Palace lose their star defender this month.
Arsenal were also linked with England's Euro 2024 star earlier this summer.
But the Toon have reportedly already had a bid rejected - thought to have been £60million plus £5m add-ons.
And Sky Sports believe the Magpies still hope to pull off a deal.
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Today, 12:12By Ian Tuckey
AI urges Brentford to sign Maguire
Harry Maguire might think he's won his battle for a regular Manchester United place under Erik ten Hag.
And many pundits reckon the 31-year-old was back to his best in last Friday's 1-0 win over Fulham.
But AI appears to reckon he's not out of the woods yet.
And in fact he's been named as one of three recommended signings for Brentford, in research tasked for ChatGPT BY Bonuscodebets.co.uk.
The AI app said: "Harry Maguire has struggled to secure regular playing time.
"A move to Brentford could provide him with a fresh start and the opportunity to play regularly.
"Maguire’s experience, leadership, and aerial prowess would be valuable additions to Brentford's defence, helping to shore up their backline and bring stability."
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Today, 11:27By Ian Tuckey
City eye Kyogo
Manchester City have reportedly checked out Celtic striker Kyogo Furuhashi.
The Japan ace is on the list as a potential replacement for Atletico Madrid's £82million capture Julian Alvarez.
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Today, 11:20By Ian Tuckey
Conor thanks Chelsea for 'dreams coming true'
Conor Gallagher left Chelsea for Atletico Madrid with a touching goodbye message for both the club and fans.
The England midfielder says the Blues made his "dreams come true" and hearing his name chanted was a "special feeling".
Atletico finally captured the 24-year-old for £34million this morning.
Gallagher said: “To everyone at Chelsea, thank you for making my dreams come true.
"It’s been an absolute honour every time I put on the shirt, and it was a dream come true to captain the team on many occasions. I loved every moment.
"These memories will last forever. I appreciate all the love and support from the fans.
"Hearing the chant of my name at the Bridge is a special feeling, and the banner you displayed meant the world to me.
"Thank you for everything. I wish the club all the best for the future, and I hope to see you all soon at Stamford Bridge!”
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Today, 10:55By Ian Tuckey
Red Devils keeper loaned to Austrians
Manchester United keeper Radek Vitek has joined Austrian top-flight club Blau-Weiss Linz on loan.
The Czech, 20, was once rated the "second coming" of Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon.
Vitek helped United win the 2022 FA Youth Cup alongside now-first teamers Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho.
But so far he has failed to become of the Red Devils' main two stoppers.
And League Two Accrington Stanley borrowed him for the second half of last term term.
He impressed for Stanley, picking up four clean sheets in 20 games.
Now he's got a loan chance at a higher level.
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Today, 10:40By Ian Tuckey
Prem giants set to miss out on Toney
Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham have all been linked with Ivan Toney over the past year.
And just a few months ago Brentford valued their England striker at up to £80million.
But now it looks ever more likely the 28-year-old will instead move to Saudi Arabia - and for closer to £50m.
Al-Ahli are favourites to sign Toney who has entered the last year of his Bees' contract.
Brentford left him out of their first Pem squad of the season, for Sunday's 2-1 home win over Crystal Palace.
And SunSport exclusively revealedChelsea have pondered a £45m offer.
But theTimesnamed Al-Ahli as his probable destination - as they are happy to up the £35m approach they had rebuffed last week.
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Today, 10:33By Ian Tuckey
Atletico hail arrival of 'the Pitbull'
Atletico Madrid welcomed Conor Gallagher's £34million capture from Chelsea with a cartoon-drawing and the words: "Beware of the pitbull."
The Spaniards have finally landed the England midfield workhorse.
But it came after complications and a rival approach from Aston Villa.
Gallagher evenflew to Madrid to finalise the transfer, only for it to collapse asSamu Omorodion turned downthe proposed swap.
Thatleft Gallagher in limboand hereturned to Londonwhile the clubs thrashed out a deal.
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Today, 10:29By Ian Tuckey
Atletco confirm Gallagher deal
BREAKING: ATLETICO MADRID have announced the arrival of Conor Gallagher.
The midfielder has finally completed a £34million switch from Chelsea after being frozen out at Stamford Bridge.
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Today, 10:06By Ian Tuckey
Gunners target says he's Joan accustomed to Espanyol
Arsenal-linked goalkeeper Joan Garcia claims he is "very happy"’ at his childhood club Espanyol.
The 23-year-old, who played twice for Spain Under-21s, is one of the stoppers reportedly under consideration by the Gunners.
Ex-Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczęsny is another who could be on the list.
But Garcia has been quoted today as confirming he is settled at his LaLiga club, where he has been sine 2016.
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Today, 09:55By Ian Tuckey
'4 major clubs eye Sancho'
Four major clubs could be amongst a string of teams ready to pursue Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho in the next fortnight.
Reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain in the 24-year-old Englishman is perhaps the most surprising.
Chelsea and Juventus are also said to be monitoring the situation.
And it's claimed Sancho's old club Borussia Dortmund aren't out of the running - despite initial suggestions he'd be too expensive for the Germans.
Old Trafford manager Erik ten Hag has insisted his issues with the wideman are in the past.
But Sancho didn't make the cut for the season-opening 1-0 Prem win over Fulham last Friday.
And he's a decent tip to depart before the end of the transfer window.
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