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Moises Caicedo

‘I can’t say no’: Moises Caicedo admits he’s DESPERATE for a move to Chelsea

Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo has admitted that he is desperate to join Chelsea this summer as he calls the  Blues a ‘beautiful team’.

Caicedo was one of the key members of the Brighton squad that finished sixth in the Premier League last season. He was instrumental in the Seagulls’ finish, and his performance led to interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.

Although the Gunners have given up in their chase for his signature, the Blues have remained interested. They have opened negotiations with Brighton over the deal.

Read more: Chelsea JOIN FIVE clubs in the race for £50m-rated Arsenal striker this summer

However, the Seagulls want £100 million for the Ecuadorian, who has now revealed that he is keen to move to London.

“It’s a big team, that’s true,” Caicedo told La Cancha Con Majo via Sportsmail.

“A very historic team, and I can’t say no because it is a very big, historic, beautiful team. The city as well is beautiful.”

Although he helped Brighton qualify for the Europa League for the first time in the club’s history, the 21-year-old says he is grateful to De Zerbi’s side for giving him an opportunity in the Premier League.

“They opened the door for me in the Premier League,’ he said.’I am very happy to be there; all the moments that I have shared there I will always carry with me.

“The truth is this has been a dream year for me. Thanks to God, I have achieved many things, and I am very happy to be doing what I like the most at a very high level and that people are speaking highly of me.

“So that’s something that’s very, very nice, something that I dreamed of, and now I am living it.”

Liverpool ready to make move for Levi Colwill

Liverpool have reportedly entered the race to sign highly-rated Chelsea defender Levi Colwill.

The defender, one of the stars of England’s European Under-21 Championship success this summer, impressed hugely on loan at Brighton & Hove Albion last season. 

The Seagulls have indicated interest in signing him permanently, but Chelsea have made it clear they don’t want to sell the 21-year-old.

Read more: David De Gea leaves Manchester United

The Blues want to integrate the 20-year-old into their first team this summer after selling Kalidou Koulibaly. However, the Englishman is far from convinced that his long-term future should be at Chelsea, as he is unsure of his first-team chances.

Colwill’s current deal is due to expire in 2025, and Chelsea is looking to extend it, but as it stands, talks have not advanced.

90min is now reporting that Liverpool feel confident that they can pry Colwill away from Stamford Bridge amid this contract stand-off, despite Chelsea’s insistence that he is not for sale. The defender is a childhood Liverpool fan and has a strong relationship with the younger first-team members at Anfield.

Jurgen Klopp’s side have been focussing on overhauling their midfield this summer, and with Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai already signed, they are now also looking at defensive options, and a new centre-half is in their sights.

Manor Solomon joins Tottenham on a free transfer

Tottenham Hotspur has confirmed the signing of Israeli forward Manor Solomon on a free transfer.

Solomon, whose contract at Ukrainian club Shakhtar Donetsk expired in June, has agreed to join the Premier League side on a five-year deal following his fruitful loan spell at Fulham last campaign.

Read more: Manchester United prepared to offer Mason Greenwood to Atalanta on a loan

He becomes Spurs’ fourth major summer signing after the arrivals of James Maddison, Guglielmo Vicario, and Dejan Kulusevski on a permanent deal.

Reacting to his move to North London, the Israeli said on Twitter:

“I’m so delighted and excited to be joining this fantastic football club.

“It’s truly an honour to be here, and I can’t wait to get started. To dare is to do!”

Solomon spent last season on loan at Fulham. He began his season-long stint at Craven Cottage with a serious knee injury but went on to chalk up 24 appearances across all competitions, scoring five goals.

With Solomon joining, Ange Posteclogue will now focus on sorting out the future of wantaway striker Harry Kane.

The England international, with just one year left on his contract, is subject to two huge bids from Bayern Munich. He has communicated his desire to leave this summer. However, Tottenham’s chairman Daniel Levy is reluctant to sell him. 

Chelsea JOIN FIVE clubs in the race for £50m-rated Arsenal striker this summer 

Chelsea have emerged as one of the several clubs interested in signing Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun.

The Blues are interested in signing a striker this summer after struggling for goals last season. They have already signed Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal but are open to further signings, having already sold Kai Harvetz to Arsenal this summer.

And now, according to Football Transfers, Chelsea have entered talks with Balogun over a summer move to Stamford Bridge.

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The 22-year-old has already told Arsenal he wants to leave permanently this summer unless he is guaranteed a place in the first team. He enjoyed a breakthrough campaign while on loan at Reims last season, scoring 21 Ligue 1 goals in 27 games.

His performances in France have attracted clubs from across Europe, with Italian giants AC Milan and Inter Milan, French sides Marseille and Monaco, and German’s RB Leipzig expressing their interest.

But according to the latest report, there is a chance Balogun could stay in London, with Chelsea keen on his services.

However, Arsenal’s valuation of the player could hinder Mauricio Pochettino’s side from landing him. Arsenal have placed a £50million price tag on the striker, who is expected to leave the Emirates Stadium this summer.

David De Gea leaves Manchester United

Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has officially left the Old Trafford club after his contract ran out last month.

The Spanish goalkeeper has been at United since 2013 and became the club’s record clean sheet holder this season. However, he now leaves the club in controversial circumstances after he was denied a contract renewal when his contract expired at the end of June.

Manchester United had remained in discussions with the 32-year-old over a contract renewal up until last week. But with Erik ten Hag clearly looking for Inter Milan’s Andre Onana to become his new number one, De Gea decided it was best to seek a new club, with offers on the table from the Saudi Pro League.

Read more: Manchester United make new £43m offer for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana

De Gea said: “Now is the right time to undertake a new challenge to push myself again in new surroundings.

“I would like to express my unwavering gratitude and appreciation for the love from the last 12 years. We’veWe’ve achieved a lot since my dear Sir Alex Ferguson brought me to this club.”

De Gea leaves without the farewell he would have wished for: in front of a packed Old Trafford. 

With his exit, United can now accelerate their Interest in signing Inter Milan’sMilan’s Andre Onana, who has been valued at  £50 million by the San Siro club.

Manchester United prepared to offer Mason Greenwood to Atalanta on a loan 

Manchester United are reportedly looking to use Mason Greenwood as a possible makeweight in their bid to sign Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund. 

The Red Devils are interested in signing a striker and have made Hojlund their primary target. However, talks have been hampered by Atalanta’s £86m valuation of the 20-year-old Denmark international.

United are now looking to add a player to the deal, with Greenwood seen as the ideal option. United has suspended the Englishman for 17 months following his arrest in January 2022 on suspicion of rape and assault and did not report for pre-season training with his teammates this week.

Read more: Manchester United make new £43m offer for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana

The Old Trafford side have been conducting an internal investigation since the Crown Prosecution Service dropped all charges against Greenwood in February, and the likelihood is that the 21-year-old striker will be loaned out to a European club for the forthcoming season.

According to Sportsmail, United’s football director John Murtough has discussed the possibility of Greenwood making a temporary move to Atalanta during his negotiations with the Italian club over Hojlund.

Including Greenwood as part of the deal to sign Hojlund could lower Atalanta’s asking price and resolve the complicated issue of what to do with Greenwood, who is still under contract for another two years.

Andre Onana

Manchester United make new £43m offer for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana

Manchester United have reportedly tabled a fresh £43m offer for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana.

The Red Devils are looking to sign a new goalkeeper after releasing David de Gea, whose contract expired on July 1. They have made Onana their primary target to fill that position and are discussing with Inter Milan the possibility of signing the Cameroonian.

Read more: Tottenham set to seal £30m deal to sign former Liverpool target Micky van de Ven 

Their first proposal to Inter was worth up to £38.5m. But the San Siro side deemed the offer insufficient to price their goalkeeper away from the club.

But now, according to Fabrizio Romano, United have returned with an improved bid for manager Erik Ten Hag’s No.1 target. The latest approach is an initial £38.5m with just over £4m in add-ons.

Inter are holding out for around £45m, and though United have not reached that mark, there is growing optimism a deal will be reached between the two clubs. 

A move to Old Trafford would reunite Onana with his former Ajax manager, Ten Hag. Both men know themselves, and the Cameroonian is thought to be keen on moving to Man United. So, finalising Onana’s personal terms is not expected to be a formality.

Granit Xhaka leaves Arsenal for Bayer Leverkusen

Arsenal have confirmed the departure of Granit Xhakaz, with the midfielder joining German Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen for an undisclosed fee.

The midfielder spent seven successful years at the Emirates after joining from Borussia Mönchengladbach in May 2016. He made 297 appearances in all competitions for the Gunners, scoring 23 goals and assisting 29 times. Xhaka, who came close to winning the Premier League title last season, won two FA Cup titles and the FA Community Shield twice during his seven seasons at the Emirates.

Xhaka was rumoured to be on his way out of the club last season after falling out of favour with the fans. But he stayed back and played a huge role in the club’s exciting title challenge. But he now leaves this summer, with the club confirming that he will join Xabi Alonso’s side.

Read more: AC Milan makes $24m offer for USA star Christian Pulisic

A club’s statement read: “Granit Xhaka has joined Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen on a permanent transfer.”

“Everyone at Arsenal thanks Granit for his contribution during his seven years with us and wish him and his family the best of health and happiness in the future.”

Meanwhile, the club’s Sporting Director, Edu, wished the Switzerland international the best for his future after the move was confirmed: “Granit has been a big part of our club for a long time,” he said.

“He has given us great commitment and quality over the years, playing such an important role in our progression and success. He leaves us with our huge respect and thanks. We wish Granit all the best for the future.”

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta added: “We are saying goodbye to a fantastic player and person loved by all of us. It has been an incredible journey together for him, and he has given absolutely everything for this club. The influence Granit has had on his teammates on the pitch and colleagues at the club will tell you just how popular he is.

“We cannot thank Granit enough for his service and contribution to this club over the years. We wish Granit and his family all the best in the next step of their lives.”

Micky van de Ven

Tottenham set to seal £30m deal to sign former Liverpool target Micky van de Ven 

Tottenham is reportedly finalising an agreement over the £ 30 million signing of Wolfsburg defender Micky van de Ven, with the Dutch international agreeing on a five-year deal.

The Netherlands U21 star was rumoured to be a summer transfer target of Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp. However, he is also thought to be wanted by new Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou for some time, and the Premier League club appear to have got a deal over the line.

Sportsmail claim that Van de Ven has agreed to a five-year deal with Tottenham that will keep him at the Premier League club until 2028.

Read more: Bayern Munich PREPARE another bid for Harry Kane after initial £60m offer was rejected

Earlier in the season, he discussed the potential of moving to the Premier League and performing in the English top flight.

“I’m very good [happy] at Wolfsburg, so I don’t mind staying at Wolfsburg for another year,” he said back in May. 

“I read everything. I have good contact with my agent, so I know what’s going on. I’ll see where it will lead.

“Hopefully, [moving to a bigger club] would be nice. The Premier League, maybe, yes. Who knows?”

The Dutch prospect was part of the recent Netherlands U21 squad at the ongoing European Championships that saw the nation draw all three group-stage matches and exit the competition.

While away on international duty, he talked up a transfer stating that potential suitors had contacted him.

“I have been forwarded it.

“I have seen it. [Interest] goes through my agent now. If serious things come up, he will call me.”

Christian Pulisic

AC Milan makes $24m offer for USA star Christian Pulisic

AC Milan has reportedly offered Chelsea $24million for the services of wantaway American winger Christian Pulisic.

Pulisic has made it clear to Chelsea that he only wishes to join Milan, who made an opening offer of $15m plus add-ons at the weekend. French Ligue 1 side Lyon made a rival bid for the USA international, but Pulisic has told Chelsea he would not join the French side irrespective of their offer. 

Sportsmail says he will only join Milan and is waiting for the club to meet Chelsea’s demands.

Read more: Bayern Munich PREPARE another bid for Harry Kane after initial £60m offer was rejected

Pulisic, who cost Chelsea $74m from Borussia Dortmund, is one of 11 players who could leave Stamford Bridge in the coming days. 

Milan are aware of his desire to play in San Siro next season and are currently speaking with Chelsea. The two clubs have worked together on several transfers over recent seasons, involving Olivier Giroud, Fikayo Tomori, Tiemoue Bakayoko and, most recently, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, who joined Milan earlier in this summer transfer window. 

Despite spending four years at Stamford Bridge, Pulisic has never had an extended time in the first team, mainly due to fitness issues. 

He made only eight Premier League starts last season for Chelsea. However, he remains a crucial player for the USMNT, having scored 23 goals in 57 international appearances.