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Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Jarrad Branthwaite, Kalidou Koulibaly, Lisandro Martinez

sportsmole.co.uk, 9 June 2024, 06:45
The season is over and while the transfer window doesn't technically open until June 14, clubs across the UK and Europe are free to get deals in place ahead of next season.

Sunday morning's headlines:

Phil Foden 'in line for record contract' amid Real Madrid interest

Manchester City are reportedly willing to offer England international Phil Foden a record contract to ward off interest from Real Madrid. Read more.

Chelsea suffer setback in Julian Alvarez pursuit as club president makes admission

Chelsea a setback in their pursuit of Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez following comments from Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo. Read more.

Manchester United 'confident of completing deal' for £75m-rated centre-back

Manchester United are reportedly optimistic they can strike a deal to sign Everton's 21-year-old defender Jarrad Branthwaite. Read more.

The 10 most expensive defenders of all time

Sports Mole counts down the 10 most expensive defenders of all time. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur could raise £131.6m by selling 10 unwanted players this summer

Tottenham Hotspur could raise a mammoth £131.6m by selling 10 unwanted players this summer, including the likes of Richarlison and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. Read more.

Alexis Mac Allister addresses Liverpool future amid Real Madrid speculation

Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister suggests that he has no plans to leave Anfield amid claims of interest from Real Madrid. Read more.

Manchester United 'handed major Matthis de Ligt, Joshua Kimmich transfer boost'

Bayern Munich signal that Manchester United-linked duo Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Kimmich can leave this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'delaying' midfielder decision due to Erik ten Hag uncertainty

Manchester United will allegedly not make a final call on Sofyan Amrabat's future until the managerial situation at the club has been resolved. Read more.

Arsenal 'planning move for Real Madrid attacker'

Arsenal plan to move for Real Madrid attacker Brahim Diaz during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United transfer news: Red Devils 'identify Casemiro replacement'

Manchester United allegedly view Benfica midfielder Joao Neves as their number one replacement for Casemiro this summer. Read more.

Chelsea 'consider reunion' with former goalkeeper as second Enzo Maresca signing

Chelsea are reportedly contemplating a reunion with one of their former goalkeepers as they consider making further signings ahead of next season. Read more.

European giants 'meet with Mason Greenwood' to discuss summer switch

Benfica sporting director Rui Pedro Braz allegedly meets with Mason Greenwood and his father to discuss a move for the Manchester United forward. Read more.

Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'open' to letting 26-year-old leave on loan

Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is reportedly set to be sent on loan in the upcoming transfer window if the club is unable to find a suitable buyer for him. Read more.

Manchester United 'open to discussing new contract' with 29-year-old star

Manchester United are reportedly set to open to negotiations regarding a new contract for Bruno Fernandes amid uncertainties surrounding his future at Old Trafford. Read more.

Transfer rumours: De Jong latest, Osimhen to Chelsea, Murillo to Tottenham

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer rumours, including Frenkie de Jong to Manchester United, Murillo to Tottenham Hotspur and Victor Osimhen to Chelsea. Read more.

Manchester United transfer news: United handed Morten Hjulmand transfer boost

Manchester United have reportedly received a major boost in their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon's Morten Hjulmand after confirming his desire to play in the Premier League. Read more.

Manchester City goalkeeper saga takes fresh twist as 31-year-old signs new contract

Manchester City confirm that a 31-year-old has signed a contract extension at the club, with their goalkeeping saga taking a new twist ahead of the summer transfer window. Read more.

Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'make approach' to sign £25.5m La Liga attacker

Arsenal reportedly approach Girona over a deal to sign Ukrainian attacker Viktor Tsygankov, who could be available for just £25.5m this summer. Read more.

Manchester City midfielder tells Joao Neves to snub Manchester United move

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva tells Benfica's Joao Neves to snub a move to Manchester United and join the Premier League champions instead. Read more.

Transfer rumours: Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich, Jake O'Brien to Everton, Emiliano Marcondes to Norwich City

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer rumours, including Joao Palhinha to Bayern Munich, Jake O'Brien to Everton, Emiliano Marcondes to Norwich City. Read more.

9 June 2024
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Sunday's International Friendlies predictions including Argentina vs. Ecuador
Italy vs. Bosnia H'vina (Sunday, 7.45pm) Italy will conclude their preparations for Euro 2024 with a friendly fixture against Bosnia-Herzegovina at the Stadio Carlo Castellani on Sunday. While the Azzurri are looking to extend their unbeaten run to six matches, the Dragons are bidding to end a five-game losing streak dating back to October last year.
8 June 2024
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Phil Foden 'in line for record contract' amid Real Madrid interest
Manchester City are reportedly prepared to offer Phil Foden a record contract to ward off interest from Real Madrid.
8 June 2024
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Chelsea suffer setback in Julian Alvarez pursuit as club president makes admission
Chelsea's hopes of signing Manchester City forward Julian Alvarez have been dealt a blow following comments from Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo.
8 June 2024
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Guineavs.Mozambique
Guinea will be looking to make it four wins on the bounce when they welcome Mozambique to the Ben M'Hamed El Abdi Stadium on Monday evening.
8 June 2024
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Guineavs.Mozambique
Guinea will be looking to make it three wins on the bounce when they welcome Mozambique to the Ben M'Hamed El Abdi Stadium on Monday evening.
8 June 2024
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Eq Guineavs.Malawi
Two sides who picked up contrasting midweek results go head to head in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as Equatorial Guinea play host to Malawi at the Nuevo Estadio de Malabo on Monday.
8 June 2024
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Eq Guineavs.Malawi
Two sides who picked up contrasting midweek results go head to head in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers as Equatorial Guinea play host to Malawi at the Nuevo Estadio de Malabo on Monday.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United 'confident of completing deal' for £75m-rated centre-back
Manchester United are reportedly confident that they can agree a deal to sign Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite.
8 June 2024
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Burkina Fasovs.Sierra Leone
Seeking to pick to successive victories for the first time since March 2022, Sierra Leone take on Burkina Faso at the Stade du 26 Mars in Group A of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday.
8 June 2024
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Burkina Fasovs.Sierra Leone
Seeking to pick to successive victories for the first time since March 2022, Sierra Leone take on Burkina Faso at the Stade du 26 Mars in Group A of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers on Monday.
8 June 2024
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Somaliavs.Botswana
Gameweek four in Group G of the CAF World Cup Qualifiers will see Somalia taking on Botswana at the Estadio Nacional do Zimpeto on Monday afternoon.
8 June 2024
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Ugandavs.Algeria
Uganda and Algeria are set to go head-to-head at the Mandela National Stadium on Monday, both looking to pick up vital points in their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.
8 June 2024
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Ghanavs.CAR
Ghana will be looking to make it two wins on the bounce when they host Central African Republic in their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign on Monday.
8 June 2024
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Tottenham Hotspur could raise £131.6m by selling 10 unwanted players this summer
Tottenham Hotspur could boost their coffers by a staggering £131.6m should Ange Postecoglou do away with as many as 10 unwanted players in the summer transfer window.
8 June 2024
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Arsenal
A former Arsenal fan favourite has revealed that "conversations" have been held with Mikel Arteta over a potential return to North London in a coaching capacity.
8 June 2024
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Madagascarvs.Mali
The stiff competition in Group I is underlined by Monday's narrative-laden Madagascar clash against Mali at FNB Stadium in Johannesburg.
8 June 2024
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Alexis Mac Allister addresses Liverpool future amid Real Madrid speculation
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister has suggested that he has no plans to leave Anfield amid claims that Real Madrid are keen to secure his signature.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United 'handed major Matthis de Ligt, Joshua Kimmich transfer boost'
Bayern Munich have reportedly signalled that Manchester United-linked duo Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Kimmich will be allowed to leave the club this summer for a suitable price.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United 'delaying' midfielder decision due to Erik ten Hag uncertainty
Manchester United will reportedly not make a final decision on midfielder Sofyan Amrabat until head coach Erik ten Hag's future has been resolved.
8 June 2024
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Beninvs.Nigeria
West African neighbours Benin and Nigeria battle in Monday's World Cup qualifying match at Stade Felix-Houphouet-Boigny.
8 June 2024
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Arsenal 'planning move for Real Madrid attacker'
Arsenal are reportedly preparing a move for Real Madrid attacker Brahim Diaz during this summer's transfer window.
8 June 2024
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Which Premier League team will have most players at Euro 2024?
Each nation competing at Euro 2024 has now registered their final squad with UEFA, and players from clubs across Europe and beyond are now set to represent their country on the continental stage.
8 June 2024
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Which Premier League team will have most players at Euro 2024?
Each nation competing at Euro 2024 has now registered their final squad with UEFA, and players from clubs across Europe and beyond are now set to represent their country on the continental stage.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United transfer news: Red Devils 'identify Casemiro replacement'
Manchester United reportedly view Joao Neves as their number one replacement for Casemiro this summer, with the latter widely expected to leave Old Trafford in the upcoming market.
8 June 2024
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Chelsea 'consider reunion' with former goalkeeper as second Enzo Maresca signing
Chelsea have reportedly identified one of their former goalkeepers as a potential summer transfer target.
8 June 2024
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European giants 'meet with Mason Greenwood' to discuss summer switch
Benfica sporting director Rui Pedro Braz has reportedly met with Mason Greenwood and his father to discuss a switch to the Portuguese giants during this summer's transfer window.
8 June 2024
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Guinea-Bissauvs.Egypt
Guinea-Bissau and Egypt are undefeated in World Cup qualifying heading into Monday's fourth encounter in Group A at Estadio Nacional 24 de Setembro.
8 June 2024
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Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'open' to letting 26-year-old leave on loan
Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is set to be sent on loan this summer if the club is unable to find a suitable buyer, according to a report.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United 'open to discussing new contract' with 29-year-old star
Manchester United are reportedly set to open to negotiations regarding a new contract for their captain Bruno Fernandes amid uncertainties surrounding his future at Old Trafford.
8 June 2024
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Transfer rumours: De Jong latest, Osimhen to Chelsea, Murillo to Tottenham
New Barcelona manager Hansi Flick supposedly has no plans to let Manchester United-linked midfielder Frenkie de Jong leave the club this summer.
8 June 2024
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Euro 2024: Every country's star player
The start of Euro 2024 is now just around the corner, with the tournament hosts Germany getting the competition underway on June 14 against Scotland.
8 June 2024
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Manchester United transfer news: United handed Morten Hjulmand transfer boost
Manchester United have reportedly received a major boost in their pursuit of Sporting Lisbon's Morten Hjulmand after he confirmed his desire to play in the Premier League.
8 June 2024
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Albania Euro 2024 squad: Who makes the cut? Which stars have missed out?
Albania have officially confirmed their final 26-man squad ahead of competing at Euro 2024 this summer.
8 June 2024
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How Netherlands could line up against Iceland
Netherlands head coach Ronald Koeman is set to make changes to his starting side for the team's final warm-up match ahead of this summer's European Championship.
8 June 2024
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Hungary Euro 2024 squad: Who makes the cut? Which stars have missed out?
Hungary have officially confirmed their final 26-man squad ahead of competing at Euro 2024 this summer.
8 June 2024
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Netherlandsvs.Iceland
Netherlands will conclude their preparations for Euro 2024 with a friendly against Iceland in Rotterdam on Monday night.
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