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The first of two summer transfer windows is edging ever closer and it appears there has already been a change of heart at Arsenal. Mikel Arteta is desperate to sign a new forward, with Viktor Gyokeres thought to be his top target, but it is now Real Madrid's Rodrygo who the Gunners are being linked with amid claims the Sporting star his decided to stay up this summer.

Manchester United's Europa League final loss is set to hit their finances hard, but a £62.5million deal for Matheus Cunha is still on and interest in £30m-rated Liam Delap remains. But Victor Osimhen is now considered unlikely, even if Bruno Fernandes is attracting interest from Saudi Arabia for big money. Tottenham, meanwhile, want to use their new windfall on a big signing, and could return for Marc Guehi.

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Maresca: Fernandez going nowhere at Chelsea

Enzo Maresca insists Enzo Fernandez is going nowhere amid links with Real Madrid - and says the Argentine will be even better next season.

After a slow start to the campaign in which he struggled to nail down a regular first-team shirt, Fernandez has emerged as one of Maresca’s key men.

Fernandez signed for Chelsea in January 2023 and still has seven years to run on his contract, but has reportedly emerged as a target for Real Madrid as incoming manager Xabi Alonso seeks to reshape his midfield.

“Enzo is a main player for us, one of the captains, one of the leaders,” Maresca said, when asked about those reports.

“This season he has been very, very good. He can be even better next season starting from the first day.

“So, nothing to say about speculation. He is focused on us and that’s the most important thing.”

Pressed on whether Fernandez would be staying at the club this summer, he replied: “Yes”.

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AC Milan keen on Amad

It’s set to be a busy summer at Old Trafford.

Manchester United are keen to overhaul their squad but have limited funds to do so, and therefore plenty of sales are expected.

TEAMTalk report that Amad Diallo could be one of those United decide to cash is on, with AC Milan among the clubs interested.

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1 hour ago

Premier League stars on Real Madrid radar

Real Madrid have drawn up a shortlist of midfielders to replace Luka Modric.

The Croatian will leave Real Madrid after the Club World Cup and the focus has not shifted to filling that gap.

AS report that Alexis Mac Allister and Rodri are the top targets for the LaLiga giants, with it accepted that Enzo Fernandez is an unrealistic target.

Angelo Stiller of Stuttgart and Hugo Larsson of Frankfurt are also said to be options.

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1 hour ago

Race is on for Delap

Chelsea and Manchester United are set to go head-to-head for the signing of Liam Delap.

United are desperate to strengthen in attack and have held talks with Delap, who has a release clause of £30m.

However, ESPN report that Chelsea are attempting to beat United and secure the Ipswich star’s signature, with Delap yet to make a final decision.

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1 hour ago

Tottenham back in for Guehi

Tottenham’s summer is looking far healthier thanks to qualifying for the Champions League, and they already have a plan to bolster the squad.

Spurs failed with a late bid for Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi during January, understood to be worth around £70million, and GiveMeSport reports that the club will go back in for the player this summer.

Guehi will have just one year left on his contract, so the fee would be significantly less than the January bid, and the report claims Guehi would be open to the move should Palace decide to cash in. Chelsea and Newcastle are also interested.

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Man Utd put entire squad up for sale

Manchester United will listen to offers for every player this summer.

This is in the wake of their Europa League final defeat to Tottenham as failure to qualify for next season's Champions League means they miss out on £100million in revenue.

According to the Mirror, no player will be immune from being sold - including captain Bruno Fernandes.

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2 hours ago

Gyokeres decides to stay at Sporting

There has been yet another twist in the meandering saga of Viktor Gyokeres’ future. Just when Arsenal seemed to be closing in on a deal for the prolific Sporting striker, a new spanner has been thrown in the works.

In a new interview, the player’s uncle has said he is now planning to stay in Lisbon following a family meeting.

Asked whether Viktor would be happy to stay at Sporting, his Uncle said: “Yes, we think so.

“Yesterday at dinner we decided that he has to stay.”

Gyokeres himself has given far less away in his own interviews. Asked for an update on his future this week, he simply said: “Hopefully you can expect I keep improving and score goals."

Manchester United are also interested in the player and may look to intercept Arsenal’s move for his signature.

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2 hours ago

Bayern set Wirtz deadline amid Liverpool fears

Bayern Munich are growing concerned over Liverpool’s chances of signing top transfer target Florian Wirtz, and have set a deadline to get the deal done.

Wirtz is expected to be the subject of the summer’s most expensive deal, with a transfer close of around £126million, and then the same outlay again on wages and other fees over the course of a long-term contract.

Bayern were long considered the favourites to land the Bayer Leverkusen star, but now Liverpool may find themselves in pole position.

According to Kicker, Bayern want an answer and soon, as they want Wirtz in their squad for the Club World Cup, which begins on June 15.

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10 hours ago

Done deal

Raphinha has signed a contract extension that will keep him with Barcelona until 2028.

The club announced the news on Thursday.

Raphinha joined Barcelona in 2022 and his contract had been due to expire in June 2027.

The Brazilian has enjoyed a fine season, playing a key role in the club's domestic treble with 34 goals and 25 assists in 56 appearances across all competitions.

He said: "This is very rewarding for me and is something very special. It makes me very happy and a personal objective since I arrived is to give the fans a lot of joy.

"I have spoken to my family and my dream is to be here until the end of my career. And I hope to do it at my best."

11 hours ago

Arteta makes transfer vow amid Rodrygo to Arsenal links

Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal should be in for the “best players”, amid reports they are interested in a deal for Real Madrid star Rodrygo.

Arsenal are in the market for attacking reinforcements this summer and manager Arteta has stressed they need to add “goals” and “creativity” to their squad.

The Gunners have been linked with a string of forwards and most recently Real Madrid winger Rodrygo has been mentioned as a target.

Arteta refused to be drawn on specific targets during his press conference on Thursday morning, but he believes Arsenal should be in the conversation for the game’s top players if the club are to achieve their aim of lifting silverware.

Read the Arsenal manager’s quotes in full here!