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Thursday's Transfer Talk Update: Martin Zubimendi, Conor Gallagher, Ian Maatsen

sportsmole.co.uk, 20 June 2024, 06:45
The transfer window is open! Clubs around the UK and Europe are getting business done as they look to give themselves the best possible chance at success in the new season.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Chelsea 'agree deal' to sell Ian Maatsen to Premier League rivals

Chelsea reportedly reach an agreement to sell Netherlands international Ian Maatsen to Premier League rivals Aston Villa. Read more.

Man United transfer news: Mason Greenwood talks 'opened' over £34m move

Lazio reportedly open talks over a move for Manchester United's Mason Greenwood and are hopeful of doing a deal for around £34m. Read more.

Chelsea to reject 'cheeky' Conor Gallagher bid from Spanish giants

Chelsea are reportedly set to turn down a 'cheeky' bid from Atletico Madrid for English midfielder Conor Gallagher. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'fail' with £33.8m offer for 20-year-old striker

Chelsea reportedly see a £33.8m offer rejected for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion, whom the Spanish giants are determined to keep hold of. Read more.

Chelsea, Man City projects deemed 'less attractive' than Wolves by Brazilian teen

Sport Recife prospect Pedro Lima reportedly deems representing Wolverhampton Wanderers 'more attractive' than joining either Chelsea or Manchester City. Read more.

Arsenal-linked Martin Zubimendi sends fresh transfer message

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who continues to be linked with Arsenal, says that he is not currently thinking about his future at club level. Read more.

Nottingham Forest 'willing to entertain offers' for out-of-favour 30-year-old

Nottingham Forest are allegedly prepared to listen to offers for one of their out-of-favour 30-year-old players during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur make Cristian Romero decision after Real Madrid 'contact'

Tottenham Hotspur allegedly have no interest in allowing Cristian Romero, who has been linked with Real Madrid, to leave the club. Read more.

Fermin Lopez addresses Barcelona future amid Manchester United transfer talk

Barcelona's Fermin Lopez says that it is his "clear wish" to stay at Camp Nou amid the recent speculation surrounding his future. Read more.

Transfer news and rumours: Wout Weghorst to Ajax, Fotis Ioannidis to Ipswich Town, Joe Worrall to Sheffield United

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Wout Weghorst to Ajax, Fotis Ioannidis to Ipswich Town and Joe Worrall to Sheffield United. Read more.

Liverpool-linked defender's wife sends mixed messages over possible transfer

The wife of Feyenoord defender David Hancko - linked with a move to Liverpool in order to reunite with Arne Slot - sends mixed messages over a possible summer transfer. Read more.

Key Man United youngster pleased club are keeping Erik ten Hag as manager

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo says that he is looking forward to continue "building" with Red Devils head coach Erik ten Hag. Read more.

Erik ten Hag 'open' to allowing first-team defender to leave this summer

Manchester United centre-back Victor Lindelof could reportedly leave the club during this summer's transfer window amid interest from Fenerbahce. Read more.

Man United 'make decision' on new Bruno Fernandes deal amid exit speculation

Manchester United allegedly do not view negotiating a new contract with Red Devils captain Bruno Fernandes as an immediate priority. Read more.

Transfer news and rumours: Everton want Tim Iroegbunam, One in, out at Southampton?

Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Everton chasing an Aston Villa midfielder and players potentially leaving and arriving at Southampton. Read more.

Manchester United transfer rumours: Who could leave this summer? Rating every possible exit

Sports Mole rounds up every player linked with leaving Manchester United this summer, and rates the chances of each possible outgoing actually happening. Read more.

Man United 'move ahead' of rivals in pursuit of £34m Serie A striker

Manchester United allegedly emerge as the new frontrunners to secure a deal for a £34m-rated Serie A forward during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Manchester United transfer rumours: Who could join this summer? Rating every possible signing

Sports Mole rounds up every player linked with joining Manchester United this summer, and rates the chances of each possible incoming actually happening. Read more.

Chelsea transfer news: Bundesliga attacker 'identified' as ideal summer signing

Chelsea reportedly identify a forward currently plying his trade in the Bundesliga as the ideal addition in the final third. Read more.

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Chelsea 'agree deal' to sell Ian Maatsen to Premier League rivals
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Man United transfer news: Mason Greenwood talks 'opened' over £34m move
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Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'fail' with £33.8m offer for 20-year-old striker
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Chelsea, Man City projects deemed 'less attractive' than Wolves by Brazilian teen
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Arsenal-linked Martin Zubimendi sends fresh transfer message
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Nottingham Forest 'willing to entertain offers' for out-of-favour 30-year-old
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Tottenham Hotspur make Cristian Romero decision after Real Madrid 'contact'
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Fermin Lopez addresses Barcelona future amid Manchester United transfer talk
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Transfer news and rumours: Wout Weghorst to Ajax, Fotis Ioannidis to Ipswich Town, Joe Worrall to Sheffield United
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Liverpool-linked defender's wife sends mixed messages over possible transfer
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