Al-Hilal bid falls short of Milan’s €20m Tomori valuation
Al-Hilal have offered €12-13m for Fikayo Tomori but AC Milan want €20m for the defender, who prefers a Premier League return as his contract enters its final year.
Premier League
Glasner promises European ‘honey’ after joining Forest on three-year deal
Oliver Glasner has signed a three-year deal as Nottingham Forest head coach, citing talks with owner Evangelos Marinakis and the lure of European football as key reasons for leaving Crystal Palace.
Manchester United complete £48m signing of Andrey Santos from Chelsea
Manchester United have signed midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £48m. The 22-year-old Brazil international becomes Michael Carrick’s first signing as the club moves to address its depleted midfield options.
Szoboszlai agrees new long-term Liverpool contract
Hungary captain Dominik Szoboszlai has agreed a new long-term contract with Liverpool, ending months of uncertainty over his future at Anfield.
Coppola seals permanent Paris FC switch from Brighton for reported €20m
Italy defender Diego Coppola has joined Paris FC permanently from Brighton for a fee reported to be up to €20 million, signing a contract until 2031 after a successful loan spell.
Auxerre sign Congo defender Christ Makosso from Luton Town
AJ Auxerre have completed the signing of Congo international Christ Makosso from Luton Town. The 22-year-old defender moves to Ligue 1 for a reported fee exceeding €2 million following a loan spell at Oxford United.
Hamburger SV hope to sign Fábio Vieira despite fee dispute with Arsenal
Hamburger SV remain interested in signing Fábio Vieira permanently from Arsenal, but negotiations have stalled over the transfer fee. The German club are seeking a deal below €10 million while the Gunners demand significantly more.
Hull City target Stuttgart’s Vagnoman but loan preference blocks progress
Hull City have approached VfB Stuttgart over Josha Vagnoman, though the newly-promoted Premier League club’s preference for a loan deal conflicts with the Bundesliga side’s €10m-€15m valuation.
Aston Villa rule out Martinez sale as Juventus eye alternatives
Aston Villa director Damian Vidagany has dismissed speculation linking Emiliano Martinez with Juventus, confirming the goalkeeper will remain at the club this summer despite interest from the Serie A side.
Jude Bellingham: From Press Target to England’s Indispensable Symbol
Jude Bellingham has transformed from a criticised figure into the emotional heart of England’s national team, sparking cultural debate and stadium chants of ‘Hey Jude’.