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After a remarkable start to the summer transfer window, Tottenham’s pre-season preparations get underway this Friday.

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The first batch of players will arrive at Hotspur Way this week as Roberto De Zerbi looks ahead to the new season, and there will be plenty of players looking to make a good first impression on the Spurs boss - including new club-record signings Mateus Fernandes and Sandro Tonali.

Those who were and still are involved in the World Cup will see their returns to the club staggered as they take a well-earned break, but a number of the club’s academy players will be called up to train.

That includes players who were sent out on loan last season, as well as some of the club’s brightest talent from the Under-21s and Under-18s teams.

De Zerbi has looked to the transfer market to build out his squad so far this summer, but there will be a host of youngsters vying for potential first-team involvement next season who will be keen to impress.

Here, Standard Sport takes a look at three young players who could catch De Zerbi’s eye over pre-season…

Mikey Moore

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Mikey Moore

Long tipped to make an impression for Spurs’ first-team, Mikey Moore is ready for regular top-level football next season.

Coming off the back of an excellent loan spell at Rangers, Moore is attracting interest from a number of clubs in Europe, and pre-season will be as much about Spurs convincing Moore to stay as it will be about the 18-year-old convincing De Zerbi of his talents.

Borussia Dortmund are reported to be interested in the English winger. So, with De Zerbi already proving that he is not prepared to make false promises about game time to young players, another loan could be on the cards.

With injuries in wide areas, there is an opportunity for Moore to stake a claim for first-team involvement under De Zerbi.

But the teenager is aware of his talents and knows that without any guarantees about game time, he will waste a season of development at Spurs if used sparingly.

Will Lankshear

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Will Lankshear

Another player attracting interest from clubs in England and abroad is striker Will Lankshear, who impressed on loan at Oxford United last season.

The 21-year-old netted 11 Championship goals last term, scooping both the Young Player of the Year trophy and golden boot at the club’s end-of-season awards.

Lankshear will be keen to continue that momentum into next season with regular game time, and he will view Spurs’ lack of forward depth as a potential avenue for minutes.

First-choice striker Dominic Solanke struggled for fitness last season, while Richarlison’s future is in doubt as he enters the final year of his contract.

Lankshear’s physicality appears well-suited to the Premier League, but with Spurs reportedly in the market for a striker, there are no guarantees he will remain in north London.

Jamie Donley

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Jamie Donley also spent time on loan at Oxford last season as they failed to avoid relegation to League One.

The 21-year-old, who spent the first half of last season at Stoke City, was initially in and out of the side after joining Oxford in January, but slowly saw his minutes increase as the campaign progressed.

Oxford’s relegation means they are unlikely to trigger the £4.5m option to bring Donley back to the club, and his future for now is at Spurs.

That could change over the coming weeks, but Donley will also be optimistic that he can make an impression on De Zerbi.

The attacking midfielder faces a huge summer to determine where his long-term future lies.

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The summer window is already breaking multiple records as Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham and Liverpool all work to wrap up statement signings. Arsenal remain keen on signing both Morgan Rogers, Bradley Barcola and Bruno Guimaraes, but are looking at alternative targets including Morten Hjulmand and Christian Kofane. Aaron Wan-Bissaka has now been linked, while Leandro Trossard is heading to Besiktas to raise funds.

Manchester United are keen to snap up Andrey Santos from Chelsea, having agreed a deal for Ederson, amid ongoing links with Aurelien Tchouameni, Alex Scott, Felix Nmecha and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Man City are also keen on Bouaddi. Chelsea remain in talks to sign Maxence Lacroix and Pep Chavarria, but a deal for Granit Xhaka looks very tough to do. Tyrique George is set to join Everton permanently for £22million.

Tottenham have broken their transfer record twice in a week, after confirming the £100m arrival of Sandro Tonali. Their next target appears to be Eli Junior Kroupi, with a £85m said to be in the works, and Rafael Leao or Savinho. Liverpool could offer Harvey Elliott in part exchange for Adam Wharton, and may have fresh hope over Yan Diomande as they join the race for Crysencio Summerville. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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US Soccer confirm Pochettino talks

US Soccer have confirmed that positive talks are ongoing with Mauricio Pochettino regarding extending his stay with the USMNT, who were dumped out of their home World Cup by Belgium last night.

A statement read: “We had positive conversations with Mauricio before the World Cup about the future. We agreed we would continue those conversations following a chance to rest and reflect post-World Cup.

“We have a great deal of respect and gratitude for Mauricio, his staff and everyone part of the program. We have shared excitement about our potential and also shared clarity about the amount of work at all levels still required to achieve our ambition.”

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DONE DEAL: Spurs confirm sale of youngster

Tottenham have confirmed the sale of Alfie Devine to Preston North End.

The midfielder spent last season on loan at Deepdale, and Preston have now triggered their option to buy.

Devine, 21, remains the youngest first-team goalscorer in Spurs’ history.

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Senegal wonderkid Ibrahim Mbaye is still keen to leave Paris Saint-Germain this summer, per reports.

Aston Villa and Tottenham are both said to be interested in doing a deal for the player.

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DONE DEAL: Brentford sign Anthony

Brentford have confirmed the signing of Jaidon Anthony from Burnley.

The 26-year-old has agreed a four-year contract after calling time on his two-year association with the club.

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Real Madrid boost

Real Madrid have received a roughly €15m (£12.8m) windfall after Mario Gila moved from Lazio to AC Milan.

Los Blancos held a 15 per cent sell-on clause after selling him to the Serie A side, per Fabrizio Romano.

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Arsenal 'done deal' for Meslier

Arsenal have agreed a deal to add Illan Meslier to their ranks, according to The Athletic.

The French goalkeeper, 26, is a free agent after leaving Leeds at the conclusion of last season.

His arrival should see the young prospect Tommy Setford sent out on loan.

It might also open the door to Kepa Arrizabalaga leaving the club amid reports he could seek a move this summer.

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Arsenal move for Bruno Guimaraes could accelerate

Arsenal’s pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes does not appear to have been diminished by Newcastle team-mate Sandro Tonali’s £100m transfer to rivals Tottenham.

Newcastle seem unlikely to sell both Tonali and fellow midfielder - and captain - Guimaraes in the same summer window, having already seen Anthony Gordon leave for Barcelona, though The Sun claim that Arsenal have not given up hope when it comes to the Brazilian.

They say the Gunners still believe that a deal can be made and are set to return with an offer of around £60m, having seen an initial approach for Guimaraes rebuffed.

Movement could now accelerate following Brazil’s World Cup exit.

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Tottenham rule out Bergvall exit

Tottenham have told Lucas Bergvall that he will not be sold this summer.

Nottingham Forest were expected to pursue Lucas Bergvall following Eliott Anderson’s £116million sale to Manchester City.

Bergvall is keen to leave Tottenham in search of more regular first-team minutes, and Spurs were said to value the player at at least £45m.

But Sky Sports today report that Spurs will resist any offers for Bergvall, with Roberto De Zerbi keen to keep the player.

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Newcastle face Manzambi delays

Newcastle may have to wait to push home their interest in Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi.

Sky Sports report that Newcastle face stiff competition for the 20-year-old Freiburg midfielder.

But the player will not discuss his future until his country’s involvement in the World Cup finals, where they face Colombia in the last 16 on Tuesday evening, is over.

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Sandro Tonali and Mateus Fernandes will both be involved when Tottenham return for pre-season training on Friday.

Standard Sport understands that the midfield pair, who have joined the club for a combined £185million, will be part of the first batch of players back at Hotspur Way as preparations for next season get underway.

Tonali completed his club-record £100m move to Spurs on Monday, while Fernandes arrived from West Ham for £85m last Thursday as Spurs’ aggressive start to the summer transfer window continued.

Tonali and Fernandes will be joined by a host of the club’s academy players, including returning loanees Mikey Moore and Will Lankshear.

Moore and Lankshear will both be keen to impress manager Roberto De Zerbi after impressive loan spells last season.

Moore was named both Rangers’ young player of the season and the Scottish Premier League’s young player of the season. Lankshear was named Oxford’s young player of season after finishing as the club’s top scorer with 12 goals.

Interest in the pair is gathering pace, and they will both will continue to assess their options heading into the new season.

Those who headed out to the World Cup this summer will see their returns staggered depending on their progress in the competition, with Andy Robertson expected to be one of the first players back after Scotland exited in the group stage.

Spurs will have 12 days to get up to speed before their first pre-season game, a behind-closed-doors friendly against MK Dons at Hotspur Way.

They will then travel to New Zealand a day later as their pre-season tour of New Zealand and Australia begins, with friendlies scheduled against Auckland FC, Sydney FC and Chelsea.

Spurs’ pre-season preparations are then wrapped up with a friendly against Spanish side Getafe at Hotspur Way before a double-header against Bundesliga outfit Hoffenheim, one week before the start of the Premier League season.

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Sandro Tonali has revealed details of a "magic" conversation with Roberto De Zerbi that convinced him to sign for Tottenham.

Tonali spoke to the Spurs boss and his fellow Italian at length before sealing a sensational £100million move from Newcastle to north London, and said after that there was only ever one club he wanted to join.

Tottenham fought off competition from a number of rivals, with Arsenal and Manchester City both reported to be interested, to secure Tonali’s signature, and the midfielder admitted De Zerbi was a key reason behind his decision.

Tonali is not the first Spurs signing this summer to mention the influence De Zerbi had on their choice to join, and added that he knew immediately that Spurs was the right club for him.

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“I'm very happy to be here,” Tonali - who has been given the No16 shirt - told Tottenham’s official website. “When I arrived at the club today, it felt fantastic. People said about there being four or five clubs - there was only one.

“I spoke to the head coach for close to two hours about the club, the fans, the stadium and our football. It was like magic because I knew immediately that I had to sign for Tottenham.

“I've played against Tottenham a few times and always found a great atmosphere made by great fans. I can't wait to start the season.”

Tottenham have now smashed their transfer record twice in the space of just four days, with Mateus Fernandes having joined from rivals West Ham last week for £85m as the club completely overhaul their midfield options.

Despite the high fees involved, De Zerbi was determined to get both signings over the line, and he described Tonali as a “special” player that he had followed for a long time.

“Sandro is a special player and a great signing for our club,” De Zerbi added.

“I have followed him for a long time, as he came through the youth system at my hometown club, Brescia, and I'm so happy to be working with him now.

“Given his qualities, there was a lot of interest in Sandro this summer. However, he was very clear in his desire to join Tottenham, and I know our fans will love what he brings to the team.”

Tonali is the sixth signing of the summer already for Spurs as they look to bounce back following consecutive 17th-place finishes in the Premier League and a near-disastrous battle with relegation to the Championship that was only averted on the final day of the season.

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He follows Fernandes, Jan Paul van Hecke, Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi and Martin Dubravka in making the move to Tottenham, with more new faces expected.

“Sandro is one of the best midfielders in Europe and we are delighted to welcome him to the club,” said Spurs’ sporting director Johan Lange.

“He has outstanding technical quality to go with real football intelligence, and has the character to thrive in a demanding, high-pressure environment.

“Sandro brings valuable experience at the highest level, both domestically and in European competition and I know our supporters will love his energy and commitment on the pitch.

“We are all excited to see him pull on our famous Lilywhite shirt for the first time.”

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The Italian has joined in a £100million package deal from Premier League rivals Newcastle, and he follows Andy Robertson, Marcos Senesi, Jan Paul van Hecke and Mateus Fernandes through the entrance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

It has already been a busy window for the north Londoners, who are looking to strengthen their squad in head coach De Zerbi’s vision after they escaped relegation by the skin of their teeth on the final day of the campaign.

Tonali’s move is another huge expenditure from the 2025 Europa League winners, who already spent £85m on prying Fernandes from West Ham.

Tonali, 26, hailed manager De Zerbi as a key reason for his wanting to move to the capital, labelling a two-hour conversation with the former Brighton boss as “like magic”.

Now, the Italian has learned the shirt number he will sport for this upcoming season at his new home.

He has been handed the No16 at Spurs, which was worn by outgoing defender Luka Vuskovic, who is close to joining Brighton, in pre-season last term before the young Croat moved on loan to Hamburg.

Before that, Gareth Bale wore it upon his arrival from Southampton, before switching to No3 and then No11.

Kieran Trippier, Tonali’s ex-team-mate at Newcastle, also wore it during his time in north London, followed by Kyle Walker-Peters, Arnaut Danjuma and Timo Werner.

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The summer transfer window is ramping up as Arsenal, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool all work hard to secure some statement signings. Arsenal may have found their Bruno Guimaraes alternative in Morten Hjulmand, while they could move for a new striker in Christian Kofane as they also work on huge deals for Morgan Rogers and Bradley Barcola. Leandro Trossard’s exit from the Gunners is imminent, after a fee was agreed with Turkish giants Besiktas.

Manchester United have made contact over a shock swoop for Andrey Santos, who Chelsea could sell for the right price. United are still on track to sign Ederson despite claims in Brazil that the transfer has now collapsed, while they are also looking at the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni, Alex Scott, Felix Nmecha and Ayyoub Bouaddi. Chelsea are pushing for both Maxence Lacroix and Pep Chavarria, though have called off their pursuit of Granit Xhaka and agreed for Tyrique George to join Everton permanently.

Tottenham are poised to confirm the £100million arrival of Sandro Tonali, with Rafael Leao also targeted and Radu Dragusin on his way out. Liverpool could get Sergio Arribas as they pursue Adam Wharton, while they haven’t given up hope of landing Yan Diomande. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Tottenham plot blockbuster move for Rafael Leao

There is a lot of transfer speculation around Rafael Leao just at the moment.

The Portuguese forward looks almost certain to leave AC Milan this summer despite the arrival of compatriot Ruben Amorim as manager, with a move likely to be finalised after the conclusion of Portugal’s World Cup campaign.

Leao is said to have interest from several clubs in Saudi Arabia and Europe, with Barcelona reported in Spain to be preparing a loan offer for the player that would be similar to the one they completed for Marcus Rashford last summer.

However, TEAMtalk suggest that Tottenham are also preparing a blockbuster swoop for Leao as an alternative to Manchester City’s Savinho after being told that he would be open to joining them and is keen on the Premier League.

Arsenal and Manchester United are also said to be interested in Leao after being approached by his camp.

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Spurs register Gakpo interest

Tottenham are interested in Cody Gakpo, Talksport reports.

Liverpool are reluctant to sell the Dutch winger and would demand a significant fee if Spurs make an approach. Savinho also remains on Tottenham's shortlist as they continue searching for a new wide attacker.

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Dragusin set to sign for Fiorentina

Radu Dragusin is set to join Fiorentina from Tottenham on an initial loan, Standard Sport understands.

The agreement includes an obligation to buy worth up to £21.4million if the defender reaches a set number of appearances. Tottenham will also retain a 10% sell-on clause on any future profit Fiorentina make from his sale.

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Coventry in Rushworth talks

Coventry City remain in talks with Brighton over the signing of goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, Sky Sports report.

Brighton have already rejected a £20million bid from the Sky Blues for the England youth international. A second, improved offer has also been turned down as negotiations continue.

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Tottenham to confirm Tonali amid Rafael Leao update

The exciting times continue for Tottenham, who broke their transfer record last week as beating Manchester United to the £85m signing of Mateus Fernandes from West Ham carried on their aggressive early summer recruitment drive.

If that wasn’t quite good enough for Spurs fans, it was quickly followed by a £100m agreement being reached with Newcastle for the services of the in-demand Sandro Tonali.

That deal is expected to be officially announced today.

Fabrizio Romano also reports this morning that AC Milan and Portugal forward Rafael Leao, who has been linked with Spurs in recent days, is expected to leave the San Siro this summer and will assess his option after the World Cup amid interest from Europe and Saudi Arabia.

Portugal play neighbours Spain in a huge last-16 tie in Dallas this evening.

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Arsenal get boost over Bruno Guimaraes alternative

Arsenal may just have found a suitable alternative to Bruno Guimaraes.

The Gunners have targeted Newcastle’s influential captain as a key transfer target this summer along with Morgan Rogers, though have seen initial approaches firmly rebuffed by their Premier League rivals.

Arsenal may have to look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements, with Morten Hjulmand one potential option.

The Daily Mirror report that they may soon have the chance to sign Sporting’s Danish captain, who is said to have rejected a switch to Atletico Madrid.

Hjulmand would reunite with former Sporting team-mate Viktor Gyokeres at the Emirates Stadium.

Like Kofane, Hjulmand also played against Arsenal in the Champions League last season.

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Man Utd launch shock move for Chelsea's Andrey Santos

Manchester United are embarking on a shock move for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos.

The Red Devils are looking to reshape their midfield options under Michael Carrick this summer, with Ederson still set to arrive from Atalanta after the departure of Brazil team-mate Casemiro - though Manuel Ugarte will spend months on the sidelines with a serious knee injury suffered at the World Cup.

Standard Sport understands that United have made initial contact with Santos’ camp, with Chelsea said to value the 22-year-old at around £50m.

Fabrizio Romano says that the Blues do not consider Santos untouchable and could be willing to sell for the right price.

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Arsenal eye deal for striker Christian Kofane

Arsenal could move to sign Christian Kofane this summer.

The Gunners are said to hold a long-standing interest in the teenage forward, who has impressed in the Bundesliga with Bayer Leverkusen.

However, Newcastle are also believed to be in for Kofane after completing the £43m signing of Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim.

But TEAMtalk suggest that the door could be left open for Arsenal to swoop for the 19-year-old, who may not look favourably upon the Magpies with no Champions League football on offer at St James’ Park next season.

Kofane played for Leverkusen against Arsenal in the competition last term.

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Andrey Santos to Man Utd transfer latest

More details now on Manchester United’s interest in Andrey Santos.

It was reported earlier today by The Guardian that the Red Devils were targeting a summer move for Chelsea’s Brazilian midfielder, who is said to be valued at around the £50m mark.

Fabrizio Romano has now weighed in on the topic, insisting that United made an enquiry regarding Santos.

However, he says that there have been no club-to-club talks so far, with discussions only held with the player’s camp.

Romano adds that Chelsea do not consider Santos as untouchable and could sell for the right price.

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Man Utd eye shock Chelsea raid for Andrey Santos

Manchester United are believed to be eyeing a deal for Chelsea midfielder Andrey Santos.

The Red Devils are looking to continue reshaping their midfield this summer after agreeing a deal for Ederson and waving goodbye to Casemiro, while Manuel Ugarte faces months on the sidelines with a serious knee injury suffered at the World Cup.

They have been linked with a whole host of players having missed out on both Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, including the likes of Aurelien Tchouameni, Alex Scott, Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Felix Nmecha and Sander Berge.

They have looked at Santos before, with The Guardian now reporting that they are once again targeting a player who is said to be open to leaving Stamford Bridge in this window.

The Brazilian is reported to be valued by Chelsea at £50m.

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The summer transfer window is really hitting its stride as a number of huge deals are completed, with Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham all active. Arsenal could be targeting a shock double deal for Aston Villa and England duo Ezri Konsa and Morgan Rogers, while they are also said to be preparing a new offer for Bruno Guimaraes and pursuing Bradley Barcola, though have been hijacked by Manchester City in the race for Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga.

Manchester United are believed to have opened talks with West Ham over Crysencio Summerville, with goalkeeper Kit Margetson also set to join amid ongoing interest in the likes of Felix Nmecha, Aurelien Tchouameni and Carlos Baleba. Chelsea continue negotiations over Pep Chavarria and still want Granit Xhaka and Maxence Lacroix, having clinched the arrival of Marco Palestra. Tottenham could confirm their £100million move for Sandro Tonali today after already signing Mateus Fernandes, though will not complete a permanent transfer for Joao Palhinha.

Liverpool are being linked with shock deals for Pedro Neto and Savinho as they look set to miss out on Yan Diomande. Follow the latest transfer news, rumours and gossip live below!

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Man City hijack Arsenal move for Monga as fee agreed

One player who may not be joining Arsenal this summer after all is Leicester wonderkid Jeremy Monga.

The Gunners have been in negotiations for some time now regarding the 16-year-old winger, but have been unable to reach an agreement.

That has led to a stunning transfer hijack from Manchester City, who are said to have muscled in with a move of their own in recent days.

The Telegraph report that City have now agreed a £10m fee with Leicester for Monga as they look to strike a blow to their Premier League title rivals.

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Tottenham to sign £100m Tonali today

As mentioned, today could well be the day for Sandro Tonali and Tottenham.

It has been an incredible week on the transfer front for Spurs, who have agreed a deal with Newcastle for the in-demand Italy star said to be worth an initial £92.5m plus a further £7.5m in add-ons.

That is after having already beaten Manchester United to the signing of Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who joined from rivals West Ham for £85m on Wednesday.

Tonali flew in from Milan on Thursday in order to undergo a medical with Tottenham and confirmed the move during a brief interview with Sky in Italy that was conducted at the airport.

Presuming all went well with those medical tests, Tonali is expected to be confirmed as a Spurs player at some stage on Friday.

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Man Utd open Summerville talks

Manchester United are said to have opened talks over a deal for Crysencio Summerville.

The Dutch winger is on the radar of most of the Premier League’s biggest clubs this summer and is widely expected to leave West Ham following their relegation to the Championship on the final day of last season.

Summerville impressed further at the World Cup before the Netherlands’ penalty shootout exit to Morocco in the round of 32, with Ben Jacobs of GiveMeSport now reporting that United have begun initial exploratory talks over a potential transfer.

However, it is said that any move for the former Leeds star could be dependent on Marcus Rashford first being sold.

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Arsenal plan new £60m Bruno Guimaraes bid

Arsenal’s pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes does not appear to have been diminished by Newcastle team-mate Sandro Tonali’s imminent £100m transfer to rivals Tottenham.

Tonali could officially join Spurs as soon as today after the Italian international arrived from Milan on Thursday in order to undergo a medical following an agreement between the two clubs.

Newcastle seem unlikely to sell both Tonali and fellow midfielder - and captain - Guimaraes in the same summer window, having already seen Anthony Gordon leave for Barcelona, though The Sun claim that Arsenal have not given up hope when it comes to the Brazilian.

They say the Gunners still believe that a deal can be made and are set to return with an offer of around £60m, having seen an initial approach for Guimaraes rebuffed last week.

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Arsenal eye shock Konsa and Rogers double deal

Arsenal are interested in Ezri Konsa in addition to Morgan Rogers this summer, new reports claim.

The Gunners’ admiration for Rogers is well-established, with Standard Sport understanding that he has been made their top transfer priority for this window.

However, The Telegraph now claim that Arsenal are also keen on Rogers’ versatile Aston Villa and England team-mate Konsa as they bid to strengthen in defence amid uncertainty over Ben White’s future in north London.

It remains to be seen what impact the interest in Konsa will have on their pursuit of Rogers, for whom Villa could apparently demand an enormous fee of around £130m.

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How much Forest could spend on Bergvall

Nottingham Forest expect to spend £45m on Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall, similar to the fee which Brighton paid for Luka Vuskovic earlier this summer, per Sky Sports.

Spurs, though, do not want to sell the young Swede.

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Arsenal's Bruno interest

Arsenal remain interested in signing Bruno Guimaraes.

According to The Sun, negotiations via intermediaries over a £60m deal are ongoing.

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Lucy Bronze stays at Chelsea

Lucy Bronze has signed a new Chelsea deal, keeping her with the Blues for a further season.

It is the first time in the England veteran’s career that she has extended her stay with any club.

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Arsenal line up Kepa replacements

Arsenal have lined up a few potential replacements for Kepa Arrizabalaga amid reports the Spaniard may look to move this summer in search of more playing time.

Per TeamTalk, names under consideration include free agent Illan Meslier, Yann Sommer, Mather Ryan, and Stefan Ortega.

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Tuanzebe in line for Premier League return

Axel Tuanzebe may well play Premier League football next season despite being relegated with Burnley in the previous campaign.

Per the Telegraph, the Congolese international defender is of interest to Hull City, who have opened talks.

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