CRISTIANO RONALDO is reportedly on the verge of making a shocking switch to old foes Atletico Madrid this summer.
The Portuguese icon has made it clear that he wants out of Old Trafford and agent Jorge Mendes is said to be 'optimistic' that a deal can be happen.
Meanwhile, reports suggest that Paris Saint-Germain are set to have a fire sale of FIFTEEN players which includes Brazilian idol Neymar.
And SunSport can EXCLUSIVELY reveal that West Ham have agreed a £30.5 million deal for Gianluca Scamacca.
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- Justin Lawrence
Bayern interested in Kane
Julian Nagelsmann admits he would love to take England captain Harry Kane to Bayern Munich.
Nagelsmann said: “He’s very expensive, that’s the problem – but he's a brilliant player.
“He can be one of two or three who can play as a centre-forward, although in the last couple of years he's been more of a No10.
“He’s very strong, brilliant with head and both feet. He could score a lot in the Bundesliga.
“I don’t know the price, but it’s really tough for Bayern Munich to reach it. We’ll see what happens in the future."
- Alex Cole
Ajax boss says Antony NOT for sale despite agent talks
Man Utd have seemingly been dealt a final blow to end their transfer pursuit of Antony, just hours after his agent was said to be in the North-West discussing a deal.
New Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag is keen to be reunited with the winger at Old Trafford.
However, Ajax are refusing to budge and instead confirmed their star is staying put in Amsterdam.
Ten Hag’s successor Alfred Schreuder told ESPN, as reported by Fabrizio Romano: “Afraid that Antony could leave? No, no.
“I really think he will stay. Of course, we have sold a lot of players now. That has not happened in recent years.
“I am expecting nobody else to leave.
“It would be bad for us if we would lose another starting player.”
- Alex Cole
Lawrence to sign for Nurnberg
Wales defender James Lawrence is set to join FC Nurnberg on a free transfer.
The 29-year-old was released by St Pauli in Germany when his contract expired at the end of last season.
But centre-back Lawrence is ready to join Nurnberg, who are in Bundesliga 2 and captained by ex-Huddersfield defender Christopher Schindler.
Lawrence, who has 11 caps for Wales, will be hoping for a strong start to the season in a bid to force his way back into Robert Page's squad.
The ex-Arsenal, QPR and Ajax youth player was named in last summer's Euro 2020 squad only to suffer a calf injury before the tournament started.
- Alex Cole
Saints land Mara
Southampton have reached an agreement with Bordeaux to sign striker Sekou Mara.
The France Under-21 ace, 19, will undergo a medical and finalise personal terms.
Leeds and Newcastle were keen on Mara, who hit six goals in 26 Ligue 1 appearances last term.
- Alex Cole
Zin-credible
Mikel Arteta has hinted new signing Oleksandr Zinchenko will be utilised in the No10 role at Arsenal.
Arteta worked with Zinchenko while he was an assistant coach at Manchester City under Pep Guardiola.
The Spaniard said: “He can play in both defence and midfield. He was a natural No10 early in his career and we converted him into a left-back which can do a lot of things that we want in our way of playing.
“That versatility is something that is going to be important for the team because we have players in that position who are more specific full-backs, so I’m really happy.”
- Alex Cole
ICYMI – Arsenal announce Zinchenko signing
Arsenal have announced the signing of £30million Oleksandr Zinchenko from Manchester City.
The 26-year-old becomes the Gunners’ fifth transfer this summer.
Zinchenko joins Gabriel Jesus, Marquinhos, Matt Turner and Fabio Vieira as new arrivals to the club.
The Ukrainian has joined up with the Arsenal squad at the pre-season training camp in Orlando.
- Alex Cole
BREAKING – Moyes finally gets his man
West Ham have agreed a transfer for Sassuolo striker Gianluca Scamacca, SunSport can reveal.
The two clubs met at a £30.5million up-front payment by the Hammers – with further add-ons.
Personal terms have not yet been agreed.
- Alex Cole
Bacrelona 'on Azpilicueta permanently', says Tuchel
On whether this may affect Azpilicueta’s motivation, Tuchel replied: “Maybe now a bit tough because the other club [Barcelona] is on him permanently on him and causes distraction.
“But on September 1, normally when things calm down and things are clear, I’m very convinced he could play on his highest level.
"Asked whether he was annoyed at Barca’s approach of a player under contract at Chelsea, Tuchel chuckled: 'Maybe a little bit'”.
- Alex Cole
Tuchel doesn't want to give Azpilicueta 'what he wants'
Azpilicueta has not yet spoken to the media on Chelsea’s pre-season tour of the States.
And boss Thomas Tuchel insists his captain wants a move to Barcelona.
Tuchel explained: “I am not sure I want to give Azpi what he wants. He understands it but he does not like it.
“I don’t think so much about other clubs as I think about us. The full focus is on us and what we need and what we have in Apzi.
“I said to him many times that I can understand him on a personal level and career level. I can understand his point of view.
“But I am not only in this role to give him what he wants but I am also manager for Chelsea and have to do what is best for Chelsea.”
- Alex Cole
Villa's Wesley joins Levante
Forgotten £20million Aston Villa ace Wesley has joined Spanish second tier side Levante.
He has now joined second tier Spanish side Levante on loan in the hope of reviving his career.
Levante are usually regulars in LaLiga, but were relegated last term with a 19th placed finish.
- Alex Cole
Bellerin wants to be back at Betis
Arsenal star Hector Bellerin wants to move back to Real Betis, according to his former team-mate Borja Iglesias.
The right-back, 27, spent last season on loan at Betis – the club he supported as a boy.
And Bellerin seemingly wants to move back to Spain, where he made 23 La Liga appearances last season.
- Alex Cole
Four Spurs stars face exit
AC Milan are interested in signing FOUR Tottenham players this summer, according to reports.
Spurs have already recruited six players since the end of last season, with the North Londoners now more focused on outgoings.
According to DiMarzio, Paratici has talked about four Spurs players with his AC Milan counterparts.
- Alex Cole
ICYMI – Brentford confirm Mee signing
Brentford have confirmed the signing of experienced Premier League defender Ben Mee on a two-year deal.
Mee, 32, joins the Bees after leaving Burnley earlier this summer when his contract expired.
The veteran centre-back had spent the last 11 years at Turf Moor.
He has donated money to a carbon emissions charity following his move.
Mee completed a medical with Brentford late on Thursday night before putting pen to paper this morning.
The former Claret then got straight down to work at the Bees’ training ground today.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea have 'completed' a five-year-deal for Kounde, say reports
Chelsea have reportedly "completed" a five-year-deal for Sevilla's Jules Kounde, according to reports.
Journalist Gonzalo Tortosa says the Frenchman will sign a five-year deal with the Blues.
He claims the two clubs have a £55million agreement finalised.
- Alex Cole
Arteta 'delighted' about Zinchenko transfer
Oleksandr Zinchenko has joined Arsenal on a long-term contract from Manchester City and boss Mikel Arteta is "delighted".
The Spaniard added: “We’re so happy Alex has joined us. He’s a player that I personally know really well and continued to follow him after my time at Manchester City.
"Alex is a high quality player who will give us options and versatility. It's not only about the positions he can play but as well, the versatility he will give us in attack and defence.
"Alex is a person with great human qualities and character, and I’m delighted that everyone has made this huge effort to bring Alex to the club."
- Alex Cole
£30million Zinchenko move finalised
Oleksandr Zinchenko has completed a £30million move to Arsenal from Manchester City.
Zinchenko joins Gabriel Jesus, Marquinhos, Matt Turner and Fabio Vieira as new arrivals to the club.
The Ukrainian has joined up with the Arsenal squad at the pre-season training camp in Orlando.
- Alex Cole
BREAKING – Arsenal announce Zinchenko
Arsenal have announced the signing of Oleksandr Zinchenko.
The 26-year-old becomes the Gunners' fifth transfer this summer.
- Alex Cole
Arsenal eye Gakpo transfer
Arsenal are reportedly interested in a move for PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo.
Football London claims Gakpo has emerged as a target after Arsenal miss out on Leeds ace Raphinha to Barcelona.
Gakpo, 23, has 42 goals in 135 games for PSV and is now a regular for Holland under Louis van Gaal.
- Alex Cole
Dwight Gayle completes Stoke transfer
Stoke City have signed Dwight Gayle from Newcastle on a free transfer.
The 32-year-old striker has penned a two-year deal with the Potters after becoming surplus to requirements at St James’ Park.
Gayle had two seasons remaining on his Magpies contract, but the Toon have opted to let him leave for nothing.
- Alex Cole
The club decided to buy Spence not me, says Conte
Tottenham welcomed their sixth new face through the Hotspur Way doors this week, with Djed Spence following in the footsteps of Ivan Perisic, Fraser Forster, Yves Bissouma, Richarlison, and Clement Lenglet.
However, Antonio Conte revealed in his press conference that Spence was actually a signing driven by the club, rather than one of his own personal targets.
He said: "For the club, it’s not simple to go into the transfer market and sign players free like Perisic and Forster and sign players on loan like Lenglet, and to sign players with money like Richarlison and Bissouma and Spence.
"Spence is an investment of the club. The club wanted to do it. I said OK, this player is young, but he showed he can become a good, important player for us. The club decided to buy him."
These comments have led some to wonder whether Conte wanted Spence, if the club forced the right-back on him and whether the 21-year-old will be given game time.
- Alex Cole
Depay linked with Newcastle
Newcastle have been linked with a shock swoop for Barcelona outcast Memphis Depay, according to reports.
According to Barcelona-based newspaper Sport, Depay, 28, has been given a “letter of freedom” – meaning he can actively contact other clubs in a desperate bid to flee the Nou Camp.
But, the cash-strapped Spaniards have told him they will demand a £17million fee before they will sanction any deal.
However, Sport claim Newcastle have told Barcelona they ARE willing to pay the £17m.
- Alex Cole
I'll have the lot
Italian international striker Andrea Belotti has been offered to several Premier League clubs as he looks to secure a move to England.
The 28-year-old is currently a free agent after leaving Torino last month following a stunning seven-year spell with the Serie A club.
Now Sun Sport can exclusively reveal that he and his representatives want to bring the hitman to these shores.
Newcastle, Everton and West Ham have all been offered the Euro 2020 winner, with the trio all desperately in need of a forward.
- Alex Cole
Saints land Mara
Southampton have reached an agreement with Bordeaux to sign striker Sekou Mara.
The France Under-21 ace, 19, will undergo a medical and finalise personal terms.
Leeds and Newcastle were keen on Mara, who hit six goals in 26 Ligue 1 appearances last term.
- Alex Cole
Brobbey signs for Ajax
Ajax have re-signed striker Brian Brobbey from RB Leipzig for an initial £13.9million.
Manchester United were linked with Brobbey earlier in the transfer window, with boss Erik ten Hag interested in linking up with the 20-year-old for a third time.
The Red Devils have missed out, however, with the Dutchman opting to make his return to his hometown team a permanent one.
Brobbey joined Ajax’s academy as an eight-year-old, rising through the ranks before making his first team bow.
Ten Hag spotted the forward’s talent, giving him his debut in October 2020.
- Alex Cole
Just-in for now
Gareth Southgate decided to hand debut a call-up to Leicester's versatile full-back James Justin in April.
The 24-year-old looked slightly out of place in the first half defeat at Hungary but the experience will be valuable.
The ex-Luton ace only featured 13 times in the Premier League this term after a knee injury kept him out until January.
Rival clubs will certainly be interested in 'JJ' if he becomes available with the Foxes having to earn some crust it meet FFP regulations.
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