CRISTIANO RONALDO may finally secure his desired transfer to a Champions League club.
Napoli are reportedly keen on signing the five-time Ballon d'Or winner and willing to accept a loan deal if a permanent transfer cannot be completed.
Meanwhile, Liverpool have "verbally agreed" a sensational deal with Borussia Dortmund talisman Jude Bellingham according to reports.
It has been claimed that Jurgen Klopp is a huge admirer of the England international.
However, the Reds could have to wait until January with Dortmund reportedly demanding a high fee of around £100 million this summer.
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Scott Parker sacked by Bournemouth
Bournemouth have sacked manager Scott Parker after four games of the season.
The promoted Cherries were stuffed 9-0 by Liverpool on the weekend.
Parker has been vocal in his criticism of a lack of transfer activity this summer and the club's board have made him in the Prem's first managerial casualty of the campaign.
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Zaha tipped for Chelsea success
Wilfred Zaha has been tipped to become a success at Chelsea if he moves to West London, by Paul Merson.
Merson told Sportskeeda: "Zaha has been linked with a move to Chelsea and it remains to be seen if he will secure a transfer before the deadline.
I think a lot of people judged him based on his Manchester United stint and I think that’s a bit unfair.
“The likes of Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah didn’t quite make the grade at Chelsea, but look at them now!
“Zaha has added goals to his game and will be a really good signing for Chelsea, in my opinion.”
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Tottenham open Carrasco talks
Tottenham have opened talks with Atletico Madrid to sign Yannick Carrasco, according to reports.
Antonio Conte is a big fan of the Belgian, 28, having previously tried to sign him for Spurs on January transfer deadline day.
Atletico did not want to sell at the time but they will now listen to offers of around £25million, report The Telegraph.
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Antony is on the brink of completing his blockbuster move to Manchester United.
The Ajax aced arrived in England last night and headed straight to Carrington to undergo a medical.
His £85million move from the Johan Cruyff Arena is set to be announced imminently.
Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a late swoop for Shakhtar Donestk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano tweeted: "Keep an eye on top talent Mychajlo Mudryk.
"Everton had €30m verbal proposal turned down by Shakhtar Donetsk last week.
"Arsenal have explored conditions of Mudryk deal few days ago — but just on player side. Many clubs want him, one to watch until the end."
Tottenham boss Antonio Conte insists he’ll be more than happy with his squad if he can’t bring in any last-minute reinforcements.
He said: “I spoke with the club. I spoke with [Fabio] Paratici, with Daniel Levy, I said to them my opinion.
“But as you know very well, the most important thing is for the club to know my opinion. If we do something or not, it’s ok.”
Chelsea midfielder Callum Hudson-Odoi, meanwhile, is looking forward to plying his trade with Bayer Leverkusen.
The England international said: “I am very happy to be here.
“I hope we can win a trophy and go far in the Champions League.”
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Manchester United players see Ronaldo as a "pain"
Manchester United stars reportedly welcomed the news of Cristiano Ronaldo's eagerness to leave Old Trafford.
Ronaldo, 37, is desperate to leave the Red Devils to play Champions League football.
And ESPN claims the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's colleagues view him as a “pain in the a**e.”
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United still keen on Osimhen
Manchester United are still eager to sign Napoli forward Victor Osimhen, it's been claimed.
That's according to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, who tweeted: "He‘s definitely a potential top transfer target for #MUFC!
"Regardless of whether a swap deal with #Ronaldo works out or not.
"The bosses see a lot of quality & development potential in him. He’s on the list.
"No negotiations with him at this stage."
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Palace make Gallagher offer
Crystal Palace have reportedly tabled a £30million bid for Conor Gallagher.
That's according to CBS report Ben Jacobs, who told GiveMeSport: “There is lots of interest in Gallagher.
“Palace have made an offer for just under £30m and Everton have been tracking him as well.
“I think it’s going to be very difficult to get Conor Gallagher on a permanent deal unless the player actually pushes for it.”
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Hudson-Odoi breaks silence on imminent Chelsea exit
Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has revealed he's relishing his season-long loan with Bayer Leverkusen.
The England international said: “I am very happy to be here.
“I hope we can win a trophy and go far in the Champions League.”
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Arsenal defender eyed by two Premier League clubs
Arsenal defender Ainsley Maitland-Niles is reportedly being targeted by Bournemouth and Southampton.
PA claim the south coast clubs are both interested in signing the full-back but have yet to table an offer for his services.
Arsenal have an option to extend Maitland-Niles' current deal to 2024, meaning a loan move would be more than likely.
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Antony arrives at Carrington!
Ajax and Brazil winger Antony has been pictured arriving at Manchester United’s Carrington training ground ahead of his £85million move to Old Trafford.
The 22-year-old jetted into England tonight to undergo his medical with the Red Devils.
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Arsenal plot shock Griezmann swoop
Arsenal are reportedly eyeing a shock move for Barcelona ace Antoine Griezmann.
The France international is currently on loan back at Atletico Madrid and is reportedly happy in the Spanish capital – despite his lack of consistent game time.
But Spanish newspaper Sport claim Arsenal could look to lure him to London in January.
They also claim Barca have received multiple offers for his services.
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Arsenal and United eye Celtic ace
Arsenal and Manchester United are reportedly BOTH interested in Celtic star Matt O’Riley.
That’s according to ESPN, who claim the Premier League duo are among several teams who have been impressed by the former MK Dons man's displays in Glasgow this season.
The Hoops will reportedly be willing to listen to offers between £15m and £20m
The Hoops will reportedly be willing to listen to offers between £15m and £20m before Thursday's transfer deadline.
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Another Man Utd exit on the cards?
Manchester United youngster Tahith Chong is reportedly wanted by Birmingham City – who snapped up the midfielder's team-mate Hannibal Mejbri on lon today.
Fabrizio Romano claimed on Twitter: "Manchester United and Birmingham City are in advanced talks also for Tahith Chong.
“Been told could be a permanent transfer with BCFC now pushing.
“#BCFC Negotiations ongoing, Birmingham want Chong after signing Hannibal on loan."
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Rangers eye Barkley move
Rangers are interested in signing former Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley.
That’s according to reporter Alan Nixon, who claims the Glasgow club will “look into” signing the England international – who was released by the Blues on Monday.
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Silva fumes
Fulham boss Marco Silva has bemoaned the club's lack of signings ahead of the transfer window closing on September 1.
The Portuguese said: “Unfortunately there are no updates, that is the reality.
“It is so clear for everyone. The board has known from last April, not from last week or the last 15 days or the last month, what the plan was and what we should do in the market.
“Unfortunately, they are coming really late for us because we’ve already played four games at this level.
“It is not important to say how many or the positions. I think everyone can see and analyse our team.
"They can see what the positions are, and that we need to add some numbers.”
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PSG keeping tabs on Kante
French champions Paris Saint-Germain are said to be keeping tabs on N’Golo Kante’s contract situation with Chelsea.
The midfielder's current deal with the Blues expires next summer.
And his future at Stamford Bridge was recently thrown into doubt by manager Thomas Tuchel, who admitted the 31-year-old's injury record and age will both be taken into account when the club weigh up handing him a new deal.
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Gunners miss out on Paqueta
West Ham have completed their club-record signing of Lyon ace Lucas Paqueta.
The Brazilian said: “I am extremely happy to be here.
"I hope it’s the beginning of an enjoyable journey. I hope my time here is successful.
“Last season, West Ham had a very good season and I hope they continue to enjoy more and more good seasons in my time at the Club.
“I am excited to pull on the West Ham shirt and show the fans what I can do, to help my team-mates and the club.”
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Antony set for medical
Ajax and Brazil winger Ajax has arrived in England to undergo his Manchester United medical – which will reportedly place tonight.
Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Antony has just landed in England right now — set to undergo medical tests as Man Utd player tonight.”
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Myk takers
Arsenal could turn their attention to Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Mykhaylo Mudryk – despite recently being offered Real Madrid ace Marco Asensio.
That's the claim of transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who told wettfreunde: "One of the names I wanted to mention is Mudryk from Shakhtar.
"He's one of the most interesting wingers in the market that many clubs are keen on signing on him, from England, the Bundesliga, from Italy too because he was one of the players followed by Juventus few months ago.
"And now could be an opportunity, so let's see what Arsenal decide to do."
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“Emergency” Aubameyang talks
Chelsea will reportedly try to reduce Barcelona's asking price for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in last-ditch talks this week.
Spanish newspaper Sport claim the Blues are off Barca's valuation of the former Arsenal hitman.
And it's claimed they hope "emergency" negotiations will see them meet the Catalan club in the middle before the window shuts on Thursday.
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Done deal!
Manchester United have loaned out midfielder Hannibal Mejbri to Birmingham City for the remainder of the season.
An excerpt of a club statement read: “Manchester United midfielder Hannibal has joined Birmingham City on loan for the 2022/23 season.”
It added: “Everybody would like to wish Hannibal the best of luck this term, as we follow his progress at St. Andrew’s.”
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West Ham's Paqueta move in jeopardy
An unnamed Premier League side is set to rival West Ham for Lyon ace Lucas Paqueta, the club's president Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed.
He told Canal: "It's unfortunate that Lucas Paqueta is leaving. But he wanted to leave. We thought we had very big clubs, we didn't have them."
He added: "We had to discuss at the last moment with West Ham.
"Now I know there was an English club who wanted to come forward at the last moment so maybe tomorrow morning we will wake up with something new. I can't tell you the name."
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Newcastle in "talks" to sign Bakayoko
Newcastle are reportedly in talks to sign Chelsea flop Tiemoue Bakayoko.
Italian outlet Calcio Mercato claim the Toon are in "advanced" negotiations to land the midfielder, who is currently on loan at AC Milan.
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Palace speak on potential Gallagher return
Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira has remained coy on a late swoop for Conor Gallagher, although he’s admitted he wants to bring in more reinforcements to Selhurst Park before the window closes on Thursday.
He said: “It’s difficult to talk about players who are at other football clubs.
“Conor is a Chelsea player, and until they say otherwise there is no point us thinking about what may or may not be possible to do.
“We have people who are working on trying to improve the squad.
“We are short of numbers, we need players, and we will try to bring those players.
“If not, I’m quite happy with the players we have, we will work and try to win football matches.”
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Lampard discusses potential Gordon exit
Everton boss Frank Lampard is confident Anthony Gordon won't go on strike in order to force through a move to Chelsea.
The Chelsea legend said: "Anthony wouldn’t, shouldn’t, couldn’t do that with me.
“If he did try and sit out a game he’d see a different side to me. No doubt about that and I think he knows that.
“I’m not playing the hard one, it’s just that it would be so alien from what I’d expect from him. I just know that’s not him.
“At the same time he’s not a robot and all this attention is difficult. I understand that, I was that ambitious young player.
“That’s the beauty of Anthony. Hard-working. He wants to be better. He wants to do what he did (on Saturday), which is score goals, run for this team, and that’s why he’s a delight to work with. So there was never any idea that Anthony would act that way.”
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