The Premier League returns next week and both Manchester United and Chelsea look set to determine the final weeks of the transfer window with their work still to be done. While Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to training with his agent Jorge Mendes, eager for showdown talks over his future, Frankie De Jong’s position looks pivotal to the European football landscape with Barcelona desperate to sell, United seemingly keen to buy, but now Dutch maestro O , content with his stay at Camp Nou, is reportedly hinting at a move to Chelsea. United have not changed their stance on Ronaldo it seems, insisting he is not for sale, while a lack of interest since Ronaldo’s agent Mendes scoured Europe for interest could also see the marriage drag on for another season. Now, the 37-year-old is expected to sit down with new United manager Erik ten Haag after arriving at the club’s training base in Carrington this morning. Ronaldo was due to return to training with the rest of United’s internationals on July 4 but has remained in Portugal, citing a “family matter”. Sir Alex Ferguson also arrived at United training this morning and could take part in discussions over Ronaldo’s future. Elsewhere, Chelsea found it more difficult to find a target over the line after a late intervention by Barcelona in the race to sign defender Jules Conte. The Sevilla star will cost in excess of £50m, with Barcelona poised to outbid the Blues again after signing former Leeds star Rafinha. The Mail report that Leicester have rejected a £15m bid from Monaco for Boubakari Soumare. And Leicester are willing to consider big offers for James Maddison and Kelechi Iheanacho in order to raise funds to strengthen the squad, the Telegraph claim. Follow all the latest transfer news with our live blog below:
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Leeds may turn to Ben Foster as cover
Leeds United have already been busy this window, but a back-up option for Ilan Meslier could be the next port of call. Fortunately for them they won’t have to look too hard or far as Ben Foster is ready and willing to do the job, according to HITC, with the former Watford stopper available on a free transfer. Kristoffer Klaesson is Leeds’ back-up goalkeeper, but Jesse Marsch reportedly wants more experience to call upon if needed. Jack RathbornJuly 27, 2022 10:42 am 1658914205
Barcelona are asking Jules Conte to help them steal Chelsea’s transfer
Barcelona have asked for patience from Sevilla’s Jules Conte as they try to steal his move to Chelsea. While the London club have agreed a fee in excess of £50m with Sevilla and completed the principles of the deal, Barcelona are yet to make a formal bid due to the need now to sell players.
Barcelona are asking Jules Conte to help them steal Chelsea’s transfer
Barcelona are trying to play up the French centre-half’s preference for a move to Spain to buy more time to do a deal Jack RathbornJuly 27, 2022 10:30 am 1658913605
Barcelona president hints Lionel Messi could make PSG return sensation
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has hinted that Lionel Messi could make a sensational return to Camp Nou. In a recent interview, he said he hopes the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner can make a comeback, stating that Messi’s “chapter” is not over. “I think it’s our responsibility to try to find a moment to fix this chapter, which is still open and not closed, so it turns out the way it should and has a nicer ending,” Laporta said. Messi left Barcelona in tears last summer as the club could not afford to renew his contract.
Barcelona president hints Lionel Messi could make PSG return sensation
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has hinted that Lionel Messi could return to Camp Nou. In a recent interview, he said he hopes the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner can return, stating that Messi’s “capital” is not up. “I think it’s our responsibility to try to find a moment to fix this chapter, which is still open and not closed, so it turns out the way it should and has a nicer ending,” Laporta said. Messi left Barcelona in tears last summer as the club could not afford to renew his contract. Subscribe to our newsletters. Jack RathbornJuly 27, 2022 10:20 am 1658913005
Aaron Ramsey: Juventus terminate the contract with the Welsh midfielder
Aaron Ramsey has left Juventus after his contract was officially terminated, the Italian club have announced. The Welsh midfielder has struggled to carve out a regular role for himself in the Serie A starting line-up since joining from Arsenal on a free transfer in 2019, playing fewer than 50 games in the Italian top-flight in three years. His 23 league appearances in his first campaign were ultimately his best tally, while last season he featured just three times in the opening weeks of the season before injury problems saw him sidelined until the new year. Ramsey spent the final three months of the season on loan at Rangers in Scotland, but his fortunes did not improve there either as he featured sparingly and, despite reaching the Europa League final with the Gers, ultimately missed the decisive penalty. in the shootout against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Juventus terminate Aaron Ramsey’s contract
A move to Serie A did not bring the trophies and success he was hoping for after leaving Arsenal Jack RathbornJuly 27, 2022 10:10 am 1658912405
Gianluca Scamakka makes ‘dream’ come true with £30m move to West Ham
Gianluca Scamakka believes West Ham are the perfect fit for him after the Italy international signed a five-year deal following his move from Sassuolo. The fee for the 23-year-old, whose contract includes an option to extend for a further 12 months, is understood to be around £30m and ends manager David Moyes’ long search for a recognized centre-forward. “I’ve been waiting a long time for this moment – it’s been a dream to play in the Premier League,” Scamacca, who scored 16 goals in Serie A last season, told the club’s official website. The transfer looks set to be a real coup for Moyes with Scamacca, who scored 16 goals in 36 Serie A games last season, also linked with Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus. Moyes has had to rely on Michail Antonio to spearhead his attack since the Hammers sold Sebastian Haller to Ajax last January.
Gianluca Scamakka makes ‘dream’ come true with £30m move to West Ham
The Italian international joins from Serie A side Sassuolo on a five-year contract Jack RathbornJuly 27, 2022 10:00 am 1658911805
Napoli set to beat Everton to sign Korean defender Kim Min-jae
Fenerbahce defender Kim Min-jae is set to complete his move to Napoli. The South Korea international is deputizing for Kalidou Koulibaly and has been photographed by Gianluca Di Marzio arriving for his medical at the Villa Stuart clinic in Rome. Kim will cost £16.9m, the price of his release clause, with the Azzurri fending off competition from Rennes and Everton. Jack Rathborn27 July 2022 09:50 1658911205
Xavi: Lionel Messi’s return to Barcelona this summer is impossible
Barcelona manager Xavi has played down hopes of bringing Lionel Messi back to the team this summer, branding the chances “impossible”. The Argentine forward has a year left on his contract with Paris Saint-Germain and has struggled since leaving the Camp Nou. But Xavi hinted that the club could reconsider the 35-year-old’s return to the line-up, stating: “We will see in the future. It’s not time to talk about him.” Jack Rathborn27 July 2022 09:40 1658910605
Lewis Dunk has committed to Brighton for the rest of his career
Lewis Dunk wants to stay at Brighton for the rest of his career. The Seagulls captain told Sky Sports News he hopes to become a “club man” after starting his academy career on the south coast. The 30-year-old has three years left on his Amex contract. Jack Rathborn27 July 2022 09:30 1658910005
‘You never know’: Ajax admit Manchester United target Antoni could leave
Ajax boss Alfred Schroeder insists you “never know” when asked if Antoni will stay at the Dutch club amid links to Manchester United. The Brazilian forward is high on Erik ten Hag’s wanted list and has three years left on his contract in Amsterdam. Schreuder tells Ziggo Sport: “We assume we can keep this team together. But I know, and everyone knows, that in football you never know.” (Getty Images) Jack Rathborn27 July 2022 09:20 1658909405
Juventus keen to target Tottenham Hotspur’s Weston McKenney after Paul Pogba injury?
Juventus may resist Tottenham Hotspur’s attempts to sign USA midfielder Weston McKenney after Juventus team-mate Paul Pogba suffered a knee injury. The Mail reports that McKennie could now stay in Turin for the time being, with Pogba out until September. Antonio Conte was hoping to bolster his midfield with McKennie likely to cost £34m. Spurs director of football Fabio Paratici took McKennie to Turin from Schalke, initially on loan, and was rumored to be making another move for the 23-year-old. (AFP via Getty Images) Jack Rathborn27 July 2022 09:10
