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      Man Utd, Chelsea and Newcastle in Rabiot transfer scrap with Juventus stars’ agents exploring summer exit

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      ADRIEN Rabiot’s agents are reportedly looking for a move away from Juventus in this summer transfer window with Man Utd leading the way.Calciomercato claims Rabiot and his agents are exploring the idea of a move away from Juventus with interest from Man Utd, Chelsea and Newcastle.
      Rabiot and his agents are most interested with a move to Man Utd
      The former PSG star has spent three seasons with Juventus, but after a disappointing season, he is looking for a move away this summer.
      And with Juventus looking increasingly likely to sign Paul Pogba, the loss of Rabiot would not cause too many issues.
      Man Utd have let Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic and Juan Mata all leave for free, so need strengthening in midfield.
      Rabiot’s £15 million is well within Utd’s budgets but the challenge will be convincing the French star to join.
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      Man Utd seem to be the most attractive club for Rabiot to join at the moment as they lead the way for the signature of the Frenchman.
      But a move to Chelsea looks like a good option for the player as well, with Chelsea providing the chance of Champions league football next season.
      However, Newcastle have been looking at Rabiot for months but this option has not warmed to the Frenchman so far.
      A return to previous club PSG has also not been written of the cards.
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      Rabiot’s agent Veronique, who is his mother, has been having multiple conversation with Paris over the last few weeks and a return to PSG is still very possible.
      With the price not being an issue for these football giants it is down to Rabiot on where he wants to play next season.
      Which means it is unlikely he will still be at Juventus next season. More

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      Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel plans to replace Romelu Lukaku with Robert Lewandowski as he hopes to hijack Barcelona’s deal

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      CHELSEA are looking to sign Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski to replace Romelu Lukaku, according to reports.Lukaku, 29, joined the Blues from Inter Milan last summer for an eyewatering £97.5million transfer fee.
      Lukaku could be returning to Inter Milan on loanCredit: Getty
      Tuchel is keen to sign Lewandowski as a replacement for LukakuCredit: Getty
      However, his first season back in England was far from successful.
      In 44 appearances across all competitions he scored 15 goals and registered just two assists.
      During that time he also fell out-of-favour with Chelsea fans after revealing that he regretted his return to the club in a tell-all interview.
      But now he could finally get his move away, with Inter Milan looking to take him back on loan.
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      Lukaku is eager to return to the San Siro and is even willing to half his wage demands in order to facilitate a move, but Inter will have to pay a loan fee of up to £20million.
      Chelsea are open to letting him go, and have already targeted his replacement.
      According to ESPN, Thomas Tuchel wants Lewandowski to fill the void.
      The Polish striker, 33, is desperate to leave Bayern Munich this summer following a successful eight-year spell.
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      He has made it clear that his preferred destination would be Barcelona, however, the club’s financial issues could prevent a deal from being completed.
      Paris Saint-Germain are said to be ready to swoop in if the talks collapse, with Chelsea also on red alert.
      The Blues had originally been keen on the idea of signing Manchester City’s Gabriel Jesus, but Arsenal are now winning the race for the striker.
      Mikel Arteta’s side have reportedly submitted a £50million bid for the Brazilian which meets City’s original asking price. More

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      Man City rivalling Chelsea in transfer race for Marc Cucurella but Brighton will demand up to £50m for Spanish left-back

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      MANCHESTER CITY are stepping up their interest in Brighton’s Marc Cucurella but will face a battle to move him from the south coast.Pep Guardiola has identified the Spaniard as an ideal fit for his squad this summer and is keen to test Brighton’s resolve.
      Marc Cucurella is on Man City’s wishlist but they will have to spend big to get himCredit: AFP
      However, the Seagulls are determined to keep hold of Cucurella, 23, who they signed from Spanish side Getafe only last summer.
      The full-back had a storming first season in the Premier League, winning Brighton’s player of the season award.
      His performances have attracted plenty of interest, with Chelsea also admirers of the former Barcelona youngster.
      Graham Potter’s side have already agreed to the sale of midfielder Yves Bissouma to Tottenham this summer – with the Mali international set to join in a deal which could reach more than £30million.
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      However – they are in a far stronger position when it comes to Cucurella, who joined for around £15million 12 months ago.
      There is no desire to see the full-back leave the Amex and, while Bissouma had just one year left on his contract, Cucurella has four.
      The south coast side, who secured a top half finish in the Premier League last season, have not had any formal enquiries for any senior player other than Bissouma so far this summer.
      While Brighton are comfortable with selling key players for a big fee – with Ben White having joined Arsenal for £50million last summer – it will take a huge figure to agree a move for Cucurella.
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      A deal for Cucurella could see Ukraine international Oleksandr Zinchencko leave Manchester City.
      The full-back, who can also play in midfield, is of interest to Arsenal and West Ham.
      Zinchenko, 25, made 28 appearances for City last season. More

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      Chelsea ‘contact Barcelona youngster Alejandro Balde’s camp’ as they plot transfer to replace Marcos Alonso

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      CHELSEA have reportedly made contact with Barcelona youngster Alejandro Balde over a potential summer move.Mundo Deportivo claims the Blues have been following the teen left-back for at least 18 months.
      Chelsea have made contact over a move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro BaldeCredit: Getty
      And with Barca looking to land Marcos Alonso from Stamford Bridge, Chelsea could demand Balde in return.
      The 18-year-old played five times for Barcelona this season after joining their academy in 2011.
      Balde has just two years to run on his current Nou Camp deal.
      And the potential arrival of Alonso threatens to restrict his minutes even further.
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      Balde has now asked Barcelona to clarify his position in Xavi Hernandez’s squad.
      And it could open the door for a stunning move to London.
      Chelsea are thought to have enquired about Balde last summer, as well as in January 2021.
      The defender has a release clause of £427million.
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      But Chelsea could take advantage of Barca’s interest in Alonso – and captain Cesar Azpilicueta – to seal a deal.
      The Blues are yet to make a signing this summer.
      But it’s reckoned Sevilla’s Jules Kounde is growing ever nearer to a London transfer.
      Chelsea also have Bayern Munich’s Robert Lewandowski and Man City’s Gabriel Jesus on their radar.
      That’s as Romelu Lukaku pushes for a loan return to Inter Milan, less than a year after Chelsea signed him for a club record £97.5m fee. More

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      Strakosha ‘completely honoured’ by Chelsea interest, Lewandowski targeted, Demiral-Jorginho swap – transfer latest

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      POTENTIAL Kepa replacement Thomas Strakosha says he feels ‘completely honoured’ to be linked with a club like Chelsea.The former Lazio goalkeeper says it is “a dream” for him to play in the Premier League.
      Meanwhile, the Blues are still prepared to enter the bidding for Robert Lewandowski as the saga of the Pole’s transfer to Barcelona drags on.
      And a potential swap deal with defender Merih Demiral heading to Stamford Bridge and Jorginho joining Juventus has been mooted.
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      Ex-Lazio goalkeeper Thomas Strakosha had declared it’s a dream to be linked with Chelsea.
      The Blues are considering making a swoop for the Albanian free agent as a replacement for Kepa if he leaves.
      And Strakosha is over the moon.
      He told Fabrizio Romano: “I’m really honoured to be linked with a top club like Chelsea, it’s a dream.
      “I’m dreaming of Premier League since I was a kid.”
      Alonso spotted on luxury yacht
      Marcos Alonso is enjoying the start of his summer holidays by relaxing on a luxury yacht in Ibiza.
      The Chelsea star is letting his hair down alongside glamorous pals including Miss Italia 2019 Carolina Stramare.
      Dubbed the “Italian Megan Fox”, Carolina donned a red bikini as she relaxed onboard.
      Not content with just sunbathing on the boat, Alonso and another pal took a jetski out for a spin in the glorious sunshine.

      Lukaku’s keen on Inter return
      Romelu Lukaku has a great desire to return to Inter Milan, according to the club’s CEO.
      Inter’s chief executive Alessandro Antonello said of Lukaku: “There is a great desire of the player to return.
      “The economic and financial feasibility must be checked and some technical problems must be solved.
      “We will try to do it in the necessary time.”
      Chelsea line up Lewandowksi transfer
      Chelsea are lining up Robert Lewandowski as a back-up target for Gabriel Jesus after Arsenal took a huge step towards signing the Brazilian, according to reports.
      Chelsea had hoped to sign Jesus, 25, to solve their centre forward woes, with Timo Werner also struggling for goals following his 2020 transfer.
      In fact, the German is regularly forced out wide by Thomas Tuchel, with Kai Havertz leading the line as a false nine.
      Tuchel is desperate for an elite striker to finally solve his forward dilemma, with the boss keen on his wealth of Premier League experience and versatility.
      But with Arsenal leading the race for the Manchester City star, Tuchel has turned his attention to Lewandowski as a back-up option, according to Christian Falk.
      Chelsea must offload Romelu Lukaku
      Chelsea should get rid of striker Romelu Lukaku and ‘send him off in a cab’ back to Inter Milan this summer, according to talkSPORT’s Simon Jordan.
      The former Crystal palace claimed getting a £20m loan fee for the striker would be a good deal, arguing
      He told talkSPORT: “It’s interesting that they are going to put him out on loan and want a £20m loan fee because it means they can keep him on their balance sheet and still demand money for him.
      “So if Chelsea can keep him on their balance sheet and put him out on loan and get £20m for him, they are actually making a monetary transaction that makes financial sense.
      “In 18 months time or a year’s time, Inter might then find themselves in a better position and Chelsea might be able to punt Lukaku out for £70m or £80m, and they will actually make money from a transaction.
      “So from a footballing point of view, if Tuchel doesn’t want him then it’s a no-brainer, he’s got to go.
      ““He’s already made his position clear, he’s already virtue signalled his way back to the Italian fans by telling them, ‘I would like to come home one day’ – well, off you go then, we’ll send you there in a cab!”
      Chelsea enter Lewandowski transfer race
      Chelsea have thrown their hat into the ring to sign Robert Lewandowski, according to German outlet Bild.
      But the Blues reportedly find themselves behind Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona in the race to sign the striker.
      Lewandowski is said to be already in talks with both PSG and Barcelona but reportedly prefers a move to Catalonia, with Mundo Deportivo reporting that the Pole has already signed a three-year contract around £175,000-a-week with Barca, worth £27million in total.
      Optimistic for 2023?
      Chelsea have a horror start to the year, with a home clash to City on Jan 2.
      An away day at Liverpool is then sandwiched in between a home game with Crystal Palace.
      February sees Tuchel take his side to Spurs for a return fixture on the 25th.
      Chelsea also take on Leeds and Everton at home – which will see Lampard set for a Stamford Bridge return – in March.
      April is another busy period with six games crammed in, as Chelsea play United on the 22nd and Arsenal a week later, both away.
      Chelsea also play Brentford at home in between meaning they face three games in seven days.
      May brings a close to the campaign with Chelsea travelling to Bournemouth on the 6th and Forrest at home on the 13th.
      A trip to champions City follows on the 20th before the Blues end their season on the 28th at home to Newcastle.
      Chelsea before the new year
      With the World Cup kicking off in Qatar on November 21, Chelsea play only two league matches that month.
      They host Arsenal on the 5th and then travel to Newcastle on the 12th.
      The World Cup is due to end on December 18 and only eight days later the Blues return to league action.
      They host Bournemouth on Boxing Day before a New Year’s Eve trip to Nottingham Forest.
      A tough start for Tuchel’s lads
      Chelsea face old manager Frank Lampard in their opening game – amid a horror start to the season.
      Thomas Tuchel’s side travel to Lampard’s Everton on August 6 to kick-off their Premier League campaign.
      It proved an unhappy hunting ground for the Blues last season after losing 1-0 to the Merseysiders in May.
      Chelsea will then welcome rivals Tottenham to Stamford Bridge in their second league match on the 13th.
      The pick of the month in September is a home game against Liverpool on the 17th, with whom they lost to finals to this year.
      October proves a hectic month with six games in total, including a home clash with Manchester United on the 22nd.
      Three mobile resume shirt deal
      Chelsea’s £120million shirt sponsorship deal with Three has resumed following Todd Boehly’s takeover from Roman Abramovich.
      The Blues are now ready to get back to normality, with manager Thomas Tuchel finally set to be backed in the transfer window.

      The mobile phone company suspended their agreement with the club in March after former owner Abramovich was hit by UK sanctions over his links to Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
      With Boehly running the show following Abramovich’s exit, Three are now back in business with the Premier League giants.
      They will grace the front of Chelsea’s kit for next season, which is due to be released shortly.
      Want fries with that?
      Manchester United and Tottenham have been joined by Chelsea in the battle to sign Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries.
      The Red Devils and Spurs are both priced as 6/1 favourites with Sky Bet, but Chelsea are just behind at 7/1.
      The Dutch international impressed during last summers Euros campaign where the attacking fullback bagged two goals and an assist in Netherlands’ run to the round of 16.
      His solid displays in the Euros earned the 26-year-old a £12m move from PSV to Inter Milan.
      The right wing-back impressed in his first season in Italy, winning the Coppa Italia and the Supercoppa Italiana, leading to reports of another move this summer.
      Sky Bet odds:

      Manchester United – 6/1
      Tottenham – 6/1
      Chelsea – 7/1
      Bayern Munich – 16/1

      Blues urged to flog striker
      Chelsea should accept £60million for Romelu Lukaku, claims talkSPORT pundit Simon Jordan.
      The Belgian arrived from Inter Milan for £97.5m last summer, but has struggled to fit in Thomas Tuchel’s style of play.
      Speaking about Lukaku’s future, Jordan said: “If they ship him out for £60million, they’ve got no loss on their balance sheet and they can go again with somebody that might actually want to be there and somebody that might actually do what they’re paid to do.
      “He doesn’t really want to be there, so sell him.”
      Blues striker shortlist revealed
      Chelsea have compiled an attacking wishlist, with Romelu Lukaku likely to leave.
      According to the Telegraph, Inter Milan have opened talks with the Blues over bringing the Belgian back to San Siro.
      They add that Raheem Sterling, Ousmane Dembele and Christopher Nkunku are among their top targets.
      While Manchester City ace Gabriel Jesus is claimed to have been offered their way.
      2022-23 Premier League match-ball
      The Premier League have revealed their 2022-23 Nike match-ball – and it’s a stunning retro throwback.
      The fixtures for the upcoming season were released early on Thursday morning.
      And the official Premier League Twitter account followed that up shortly afterwards by sharing two pictures of the new match-ball.
      Nike‘s 2022-23 effort is inspired by the iconic 1992-93 Mitre Pro-Max ball used for the first-ever Prem campaign, even featuring the navy blue, red and gold arrows.

      The Premier League shared a sneak peek of the ball on Twitter, captioned: “Inspired by the first PL season, 30 years ago.
      “The new 2022-23 Nike Flight PL Ball. Out 15 July.”
      Chelsea raid Saints for goalkeeper
      The Blues have signed young Southampton ace Eddie Beach, according to reports.
      According to Football London, Chelsea have beaten off plenty of competition to sign the teenage goalkeeper.
      Beach, 18, was a regular for the Saints’ Under-18s last season.
      Jorginho no longer ‘untouchable’?
      Juventus could offer Merih Demiral to Chelsea in exchange for Jorginho, with the Italian midfielder no longer considered “untouchable”, according to reports.
      Chelsea chief Tuchel has a plan to rebuild and could use Jorginho, 30, as a pawn to land a freebie to help ease his woes.
      The Italy international was considered “untouchable” by Stamford Bridge chiefs and was even tipped for the Ballon d’Or as recently as last year.

      But according to CalcioMercato, Tuchel is happy to move on from the midfielder, who’s hot form cooled late last season.
      And Juventus are set to take advantage by offering a straight swap.
      Demiral, 24, spent last season on loan at Atalanta, but the Serie A side rejected their £15million option to sign the Turkish international permanently.
      The centre-back is not in Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri’s plans.
      The Old Lady boss was set to put Demiral on the transfer market for around £25m.
      Kounde has agreed a deal with Chelsea
      Sevilla defender Jules Kounde has reportedly agreed a five-year deal with Premier League side Chelsea.
      Kounde, 23, has been a long term target for Thomas Tuchel’s team as they look to replace departing key defenders.
      Both Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen are leaving for free and centre-back Kounde seems the perfect fit.
      According to Sport, Kounde has agreed a five-year deal with Chelsea but a fee with Sevilla is yet to be struck.
      Barcelona are the major competition in landing the centre-back.
      Cataluyna Radio claims that Barcelona are in “advanced negotiations” with Sevilla for the French international – but that personal terms have not been agreed with the player.
      Chelsea a ‘realistic destination’ for Nkunku
      Former Blue Glen Johnson reckons that Christopher Nkunku should move to Stamford Bridge after being linked with Chelsea and Manchester United.
      The ex-Chelsea full back spoke to bettingodds.com about the highly-rated midfielder.
      Johnson said: “I believe Chelsea is a more realistic destination than Manchester United if both clubs are genuinely interested.
      “A player going to a top team that’s had a really good season will be looking for Champions League football… I definitely think that’s where these sorts of players look first.
      “If he was to leave RB Leipzig, then I think Chelsea could be a better fit.”
      Optimistic for 2023?
      Chelsea have a horror start to the year, with a home clash to City on Jan 2.
      An away day at Liverpool is then sandwiched in between a home game with Crystal Palace.
      February sees Tuchel take his side to Spurs for a return fixture on the 25th.
      Chelsea also take on Leeds and Everton at home – which will see Lampard set for a Stamford Bridge return – in March.
      April is another busy period with six games crammed in, as Chelsea play United on the 22nd and Arsenal a week later, both away.
      Chelsea also play Brentford at home in between meaning they face three games in seven days.
      May brings a close to the campaign with Chelsea travelling to Bournemouth on the 6th and Forrest at home on the 13th.
      A trip to champions City follows on the 20th before the Blues end their season on the 28th at home to Newcastle.
      Chelsea before the new year
      With the World Cup kicking off in Qatar on November 21, Chelsea play only two league matches that month.
      They host Arsenal on the 5th and then travel to Newcastle on the 12th.
      The World Cup is due to end on December 18 and only eight days later the Blues return to league action.
      They host Bournemouth on Boxing Day before a New Year’s Eve trip to Nottingham Forest.
      A tough start for Tuchel
      Chelsea face old manager Frank Lampard in their opening game – amid a horror start to the season.
      Thomas Tuchel’s side travel to Lampard’s Everton on August 6 to kick-off their Premier League campaign.
      It proved an unhappy hunting ground for the Blues last season after losing 1-0 to the Merseysiders in May.
      Chelsea will then welcome rivals Tottenham to Stamford Bridge in their second league match on the 13th.
      The pick of the month in September is a home game against Liverpool on the 17th, with whom they lost to finals to this year.
      October proves a hectic month with six games in total, including a home clash with Manchester United on the 22nd.
      Chelsea’s Premier League fixtures 2022/23
      Here are your fixtures for the new season, which kicks off away to Everton on Aug 6…

      Blues striker shortlist revealed
      Chelsea have compiled an attacking wishlist, with Romelu Lukaku likely to leave.
      According to the Telegraph, Inter Milan have opened talks with the Blues over bringing the Belgian back to San Siro.
      They add that Raheem Sterling, Ousmane Dembele and Christopher Nkunku are among their top targets.
      While Manchester City ace Gabriel Jesus is claimed to have been offered their way.
      Maatsen to return to Holland?
      Chelsea are in danger of losing ANOTHER defender as young prospect Ian Maatsen is reportedly being eyed up by Feyenoord.
      The 20-year-old left-back made his debut for the Blues under Frank Lampard in 2019 during a 7-1 League Cup win over Grimsby.
      According to Voetbal International, Feyenoord are now eyeing up the possibility of bringing him back to the club – nine years after they let him go as a youngster.
      Maatsen is under contract with Chelsea – with the Blues announcing two years ago that he had penned a new deal which will run until at least the summer of 2024.
      After successful loan spells at Charlton Athletic and Coventry, the Holland U18s defender look elsewhere for the benefit of his career.
      Premier League Fixtures out TODAY
      The 2022/23 Premier League Fixtures will be released at 9am.
      Who will your team face first?
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      Bissouma PASSES Tottenham medical, Liverpool AGREE £5.5m Calvin Ramsay transfer, Inter Milan £4.5m Lukaku loan bid

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      TOTTENHAM are on the verge of announcing the £25m signing of Brighton’s Yves Bissouma.The midfielder has today passed a medical in North London.
      Meanwhile, Liverpool remain busy following the signing of Darwin Nunez.
      The press in Aberdeen report that right-back Calvin Ramsay will join the Reds for a £5.5m fee.
      And Inter Milan are said to have made a £4.5m loan offer for Romelu Lukaku.
      Such a fee is unlikely to force Chelsea’s hand, however.
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      Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news across the globe…
      Icardi to Wolves?
      PSG have reportedly asked Jorge Mendes to orchestrate a transfer for Mauro Icardi to Wolves.
      Corriere dello Sport claims PSG are desperate to offload struggling striker Icardi this summer.
      PSG want to replace Icardi with Sassuolo’s Gianluca Scamacca, who scored 16 times in Serie A.
      It’s reckoned there aren’t many takers for Icardi.
      So PSG have asked his representative Mendes to try and facilitate a move to Wolves.

      Conte wants three more signings
      Tottenham boss Antonio Conte is intent on adding three more signings to his squad after bringing in Yves Bissouma.
      Conte hopes to recruit a right-wing back, centre-back, and a striker to Tottenham’s squad this summer, according to The Evening Standard.
      And Nottingham Forest star Djed Spence is Conte’s top pick for the right-wing back role, the report adds.
      However, Spurs have to fend off interest from face competition from Borussia Dortmund and Roma for Spence’s signature.
      Tavares wanted by Atalanta
      Arsenal star Nuno Tavares is being chased by Italian club Atalanta.
      The Serie A side have been impressed by the defender, and want to bring him in loan, according to Corriere della Sera.
      Atalanta will likely try to add an option to buy clause into the deal, but it’s unclear if Arsenal will be open to doing so, the report adds.
      Chelsea line up Lewandowksi transfer
      Chelsea are lining up Robert Lewandowski as a back-up target for Gabriel Jesus after Arsenal took a huge step towards signing the Brazilian, according to reports.
      Chelsea had hoped to sign Jesus, 25, to solve their centre forward woes, with Timo Werner also struggling for goals following his 2020 transfer.
      In fact, the German is regularly forced out wide by Thomas Tuchel, with Kai Havertz leading the line as a false nine.
      Tuchel is desperate for an elite striker to finally solve his forward dilemma, with the boss keen on his wealth of Premier League experience and versatility.
      But with Arsenal leading the race for the Manchester City star, Tuchel has turned his attention to Lewandowski as a back-up option, according to Christian Falk.
      Spurs close to completing biss-ness
      Yves Bissouma has completed his medical ahead of a switch to Tottenham, report Sky Sports.
      Spurs have agreed a £25million deal with Brighton for the midfielder, which could rise to £35m depending on add ons.
      Bissouma is understood to have flown into the UK on Wednesday and stayed at the on-site hotel at Tottenham’s training ground.
      Arsenal, Aston Villa and Everton had been among the other clubs interested in signing the Mali international this summer after Brighton had rejected a bid from Aston Villa for Bissouma in the January transfer window
      Prem transfer battle for Swede
      Southampton are close to completing a £9million move to sign Bologna midfielder Mattias Svanberg, according to Calciomercato.
      West Ham, Tottenham and Everton are all said to be interested in the Swedish midfielder, who is about to enter the final year of his contract.
      Marcelo Bielsa targets Antoine Griezmann
      Marcelo Bielsa is being tipped to take over at Athletic Bilbao and he could make Antoine Griezmann his first signing.
      The Frenchman was born in the Basque region so qualifies for Bilbao having previously played for neighbours Real Sociedad.
      AS report Bielsa’s interest in the forward but state Atletico have first dibs since they have the option to make his loan permanent.
      Liverpool complete £6.5m deal for Aberdeen full-back Calvin Ramsay
      Liverpool are set to announce their third signing of the summer and in doing so complete their transfer business for the year.
      Aberdeen full-back Calvin Ramsay will follow £85million arrival Darwin Nunez and Fabio Carvalho through the doors at Anfield.
      The Reds and Scottish side Aberdeen have agreed a £6.5million fee for the 18-year-old right-back.
      An initial £4m will be paid up-front, with the deal worth a further £2.5m in add-ons, a record sale for the SPL outfit.

      And in signing Ramsay the Mail claim Liverpool’s business has concluded for the summer, eleven-weeks before the transfer window closes.
      Carvalho and Nunez have already been recruited, with the Reds happy to wait another until 2023 to make more additions.
      Man Utd offered ‘nothing’, says Pogba
      Paul Pogba claims he left Manchester United because he did not receive a substantial contract offer from the club.
      The midfielder, 29, is set to leave Old Trafford after six years when his contract expires at the end of the month.
      In a new Amazon Prime documentary about his life titled “The Pogmentary”, Pogba shares the conversation he had with his agent, the late Mino Raiola, about United’s offer in the summer of 2021.
      Raiola says to his client: “Yes. They absolutely want you to stay.
      “For me, the offer doesn’t reflect that. I told them, ‘If you want him to stay, don’t make that offer’.
      “I will make them understand that if they really want you to stay and they want to build a project around you, this time they have to act differently and put the money on the table.”
      Pogba agreed with his agent’s view of the situation and the Frenchman responds saying: “They’re bluffing.
      “How can you tell a player you absolutely want him and offer him nothing? Never seen that.”
      Has Gary Neville got a reason to worry?
      Gary Neville admitted Manchester United’s failure to make a signing this transfer window is “worrying” him.
      As well as De Jong, the Red Devils have been linked with AC Milan midfielder Ismael Bennacer, who reportedly wants out at the San Siro.
      Elsewhere an offer has been made for Christian Eriksen, who is a free agent after his short-term deal with Brentford came to an end.
      But Neville is quite rightly keen for much of United’s business to be done before the Ten Hag era gets underway at home to Brighton on August 7.
      The Red Devils have been handed a tricky opening month by the Premier League schedulers.
      After travelling to Brentford, United face Liverpool, Southampton and Leicester, before hosting Arsenal at the start of September.
      Man Utd face competition over Ward-Prowse
      West Ham and Newcastle have reportedly joined Manchester United in the race to prise James Ward-Prowse away from Southampton.
      SunSport exclusively revealed last month how new Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag had identified the midfielder as a key target.
      Ten Hag is desperate to bolster his midfield with Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic set to leave when their contracts expire at the end of June.
      We also told you how David Moyes was keeping tabs on the England international ahead of a possible summer swoop.
      And now the Mirror have claimed that the Hammers boss is keen to bring him to the London Stadium.
      They also state that Newcastle are interested in the player following his stunning 2021-22 season.
      Ward-Prowse chipped in with a career-best 11 goals in 42 games in all competitions, while also registering eight assists.
      Want fries with that?
      Manchester United and Tottenham have been joined by Chelsea in the battle to sign Inter Milan right-back Denzel Dumfries.
      The Red Devils and Spurs are both priced as 6/1 favourites with Sky Bet, but Chelsea are just behind at 7/1.
      The Dutch international impressed during last summers Euros campaign where the attacking fullback bagged two goals and an assist in Netherlands’ run to the round of 16.
      His solid displays in the Euros earned the 26-year-old a £12m move from PSV to Inter Milan.
      The right wing-back impressed in his first season in Italy, winning the Coppa Italia and the Supercoppa Italiana, leading to reports of another move this summer.
      Sky Bet odds:

      Manchester United – 6/1
      Tottenham – 6/1
      Chelsea – 7/1
      Bayern Munich – 16/1

      Wales ace in demand
      Rabbi Matondo is at the centre of a SIX-CLUB summer transfer fight, writes SunSport’s Phil Cadden.
      Premier League trio Brentford, Leeds and newly-promoted Nottingham Forest are all admirers of the Wales forward.
      Matondo, who was on loan at Cercle Brugge last season but is contracted to Schalke, has also attracted interest from Ligue 1 clubs Lens, Brest and Troyes in France.
      The 21-year-old did not find an agreement with Belgian club Brugge, where he scored nine goals last term, but is available for £3.5million.
      Matondo has just one year left on his deal with the Bundesliga outfit.
      Breaking – Arsenal set to seal Jesus with £50m bid
      Arsenal have submitted a £50million bid for Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus, according to reports.
      The Gunners previously bid £30m for Jesus, 25, but are now set to match City’s £50m asking price, report The Times.
      And the forward is said to be keen on the move to link back up with Mikel Arteta, who he worked with at City.

      The Gunners were seemingly unwilling to pay £50m to land Jesus previously given he is set to enter the final year of his City contract.
      But the striker’s agent Marcello Pettinati reportedly arrived in London yesterday to hold transfer talks with Arsenal.
      Personal terms are still yet to be agreed but it seems Jesus is heading for the Emirates.
      2022-23 Premier League match-ball
      The Premier League have revealed their 2022-23 Nike match-ball – and it’s a stunning retro throwback.
      The fixtures for the upcoming season were released early on Thursday morning.
      And the official Premier League Twitter account followed that up shortly afterwards by sharing two pictures of the new match-ball.
      Nike’s 2022-23 effort is inspired by the iconic 1992-93 Mitre Pro-Max ball used for the first-ever Prem campaign, even featuring the navy blue, red and gold arrows.

      The Premier League shared a sneak peek of the ball on Twitter, captioned: “Inspired by the first PL season, 30 years ago.
      “The new 2022-23 Nike Flight PL Ball. Out 15 July.”
      Tielemans a ‘top priority’ for Arteta
      Arsenal are hopeful they can seal a deal for Leicester midfielder Youri Tielemans before the end of the month, according to reports.
      Ben Jacobs of CBS Sports said: “Arsenal remain confident and on course to sign Youri Tielemans before the month is out.
      “Interest from Tottenham was never too advanced. But Bissouma’s incoming arrival will allay fears Spurs could hijack the deal.
      “Tielemans is one of Arteta’s top priorities.”
      Jorginho no longer ‘untouchable’?
      Juventus could offer Merih Demiral to Chelsea in exchange for Jorginho, with the Italian midfielder no longer considered “untouchable”, according to reports.
      Chelsea chief Tuchel has a plan to rebuild and could use Jorginho, 30, as a pawn to land a freebie to help ease his woes.
      The Italy international was considered “untouchable” by Stamford Bridge chiefs and was even tipped for the Ballon d’Or as recently as last year.

      But according to CalcioMercato, Tuchel is happy to move on from the midfielder, who’s hot form cooled late last season.
      And Juventus are set to take advantage by offering a straight swap.
      Demiral, 24, spent last season on loan at Atalanta, but the Serie A side rejected their £15million option to sign the Turkish international permanently.
      The centre-back is not in Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri’s plans.
      The Old Lady boss was set to put Demiral on the transfer market for around £25m.
      Forest close to signing Henderson
      Nottingham Forest are “close to agreeing” a deal with Manchester United for the signing of keeper Dean Henderson.
      Sky Sports report that deal is a loan with an option to buy for around £20million.
      Forest are looking to replace Brice Samba, who told the club he wants to leave.
      Chelsea a ‘realistic destination’ for Nkunku
      Former England international Glen Johnson reckons that Christopher Nkunku should snub Manchester United for a move to Stamford Bridge.
      Nkunku, 24, has been linked with both Chelsea and United this summer.
      And the ex-Chelsea man spoke to bettingodds.com about the highly-rated midfielder.
      Johnson said: “I believe Chelsea is a more realistic destination than Manchester United if both clubs are genuinely interested.
      “A player going to a top team that’s had a really good season will be looking for Champions League football… I definitely think that’s where these sorts of players look first.
      “If he was to leave RB Leipzig, then I think Chelsea could be a better fit.”
      Inter make Lukaku bid
      Inter Milan have made an opening bid for Romelu Lukaku, according to reports.
      The Belgian is eager to return to San Siro, just one year after his £97.5million return to Chelsea.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Inter offered just £4.3m to loan Lukaku back for the season.
      The bid was quickly rejected by the Blues, but the striker will continue to push.
      Lukaku has informed Todd Boehly and Thomas Tuchel that he only wants to return to Inter.
      Klopp vs Guardiola
      Liverpool host Man City on Oct 15.
      The reverse tie in Manchester is on April Fool’s day.
      Stick them in your diary folks.
      Super Sunday
      The first Super Sunday of the season will feature both Manchester clubs.
      Manchester City will see summer signing Erling Haaland in action.
      Pep Guardiola’s Prem champions will travel to the London Stadium to face West Ham.
      The two sides played out a thrilling 2-2 draw last time out, with City coming from two goals down after Jarrod Bowen scored a first half brace.

      But just before West Ham and City play, Erik ten Hag will look to start his Manchester United career with a win.
      The Red Devils will take on Brighton at Old Trafford in a 2PM kick-off.
      Friday night lights and Saturday kick offs
      Arsenal will kick off the Premier League season for the second year in a row with the Gunners travelling to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace.
      The last time Arsenal faced Patrick Vieira’s men away from home, Palace stuck three past them in a major blow to their top-four hopes.
      Liverpool fans will then be given a first glimpse of club record signing Darwin Nunez in competitive action.
      Jurgen Klopp’s domestic double Reds travel to Championship record goal scorers Fulham.
      Fabio Carvalho could feature against his old club Fulham after leaving for Liverpool on a free transfer.
      Bournemouth’s return to the top flight will see them face a new look Aston Villa at 3PM.
      Leeds vs Wolves, Leicester vs Brentford, Newcastle vs Nottingham Forest and Tottenham vs Southampton make up the rest of the 3PM kick-offs on the opening weekend.
      Everton will then close the opening Saturday when they welcome Chelsea to Goodison Park in a 5.30 kick-off.

      2022/23 Premier League opening weekend
      The Premier League fixtures have been released!
      We have a Friday night bout between Arsenal and Palace to open the Premier League season.
      Promoted Fulham are up against Liverpool in the early kick-off on Saturday.
      And champions Man City face a tricky away tie at West Ham on Sunday.
      Bring it on.

      Jules might be stolen
      Chelsea target Jules Kounde is reportedly in advanced talks over a move to Barcelona.
      Kounde, 23, has been a long term target for Thomas Tuchel’s team as they look to replace departing key defenders.
      Both Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen are leaving for free and centre-back Kounde seems the perfect fit.
      But now Cataluyna Radio claim that Barcelona are in “advanced negotiations” with Sevilla for the French international.
      There is a £51million deal lined up which would see the Catalan club also send a player in exchange.
      It would be a major blow to Chelsea’s transfer plans, in the first window of the Todd Boehly era.
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      Chelsea flop Romelu Lukaku is desperate to return to Inter Milan, confirms club chief after failed loan transfer offer

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      INTER MILAN chief Alessandro Antonello has revealed there is a “great desire on the part of” Romelu Lukaku to return to the club.Lukaku left Inter last summer to return to Chelsea for a club record transfer fee having helped them win the Scudetto.
      Chelsea are open to letting Lukaku leave the club this summerCredit: Getty
      The 29-year-old could return to Inter, where he won the ScudettoCredit: Getty
      The Belgian, 29, netted 24 goals in Inter’s title-winning campaign, and formed a formidable partnership with Lautaro Martinez.
      However, Lukaku has struggled to adapt back to life in London and seen his form on the pitch take a downturn.
      In addition, the forward didn’t help himself when he landed in hot water with Chelsea and their fans for an unauthorised interview.
      In the interview with Italian TV, Lukaku claimed to be unhappy with his situation at Stamford Bridge and also vowed to return to Inter.
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      And his switch back to the San Siro could happen sooner rather than later with Inter in negotiations to bring him back to Italy on loan.
      The Belgian is ready to take a 50 per cent pay cut to force through a move.
      However, Inter would have to be prepared to cough up a sizeable loan fee.
      Inter chief Antonello says there is a “great desire on the part of Lukaku to return”, but the club is also keen to stick within Uefa’s Financial Fair Play rules.
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      Antonello said: “He and Dybala together? For us it is essential to combine competitiveness on the pitch and economic-financial sustainability.
      “We are doing it and every choice of the club on the transfer market will always be inspired by these two words. We want to respect Uefa’s Financial Fair Play.
      “There is a great desire on the part of Lukaku to return.
      “What needs to be verified are the economic and financial feasibility and the resolution of some technical problems. 
      “However, it is better to talk to Dr. Marotta about this.” More

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      Chelsea make Robert Lewandowski back-up transfer target if they miss out on Gabriel Jesus to Arsenal

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      CHELSEA are lining up Robert Lewandowski as a back-up target for Gabriel Jesus after Arsenal took a huge step towards signing the Brazilian, according to reports.The Blues are desperately chasing a new striker with Romelu Lukaku pushing for a return to Inter Milan after a disastrous 2021-22 season – his first following a £97.5million return to Stamford Bridge.
      Chelsea have put Robert Lewandowski on their transfer wish-list as back-up to Arsenal-bound Gabriel Jesus, say reportsCredit: Reuters
      Gabriel Jesus was Chelsea’s top striker target this summer but Arsenal are leading the race to sign the Man City starCredit: Getty
      Chelsea had hoped to sign Jesus, 25, to solve their centre forward woes, with Timo Werner also struggling for goals following his 2020 transfer.
      In fact, the German is regularly forced out wide by Thomas Tuchel, with Kai Havertz leading the line as a false nine.
      Tuchel is desperate for an elite striker to finally solve his forward dilemma, with the boss keen on his wealth of Premier League experience and versatility.
      But with Arsenal leading the race for the Manchester City star, Tuchel has turned his attention to Lewandowski as a back-up option, according to Christian Falk.
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      The Polish striker, 33, is desperate to leave Bayern Munich following a public fall-out with club chiefs.
      However, Lewandowski favours a move to Barcelona, with Paris Saint-Germain also considering a last-gasp swoop for the legendary striker.
      Bild’s head of football Falk confirmed Chelsea are BEHIND both Barca and PSG in the race forLewandowski.
      That means the Blues are failing in the race to sign both of their top forward targets.
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      Chelsea will be boosted by the knowledge in-debt Barcelona may not be able to afford Lewandowski, but are aware PSG won’t have such problems.
      And they may have to admit defeat in the race to sign Jesus.
      According to The Times, Arsenal have submitted a £50m bid for the Man City striker.
      The Gunners previously bid £30m for Jesus but are now set to match City’s £50m asking price.
      The forward is said to be keen on the move to link back up with Mikel Arteta, with whom he worked with at the Etihad.
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