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Fo-get me not

Leicester ace Wesley Fofana has agreed personal terms ahead of his potential move to Chelsea.

The Blues have been in the market for defensive reinforcements after losing Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen as free agents.

And while new owner Todd Boehly has been busy signing Kalidou Koulibaly and Marc Cucurella, the spending is set to continue ahead of deadline day.

Fofana has been extensively linked with a move to Stamford Bridge over the last few weeks and has reportedly told the Foxes he wants to go.

And now the defender has agreed personal terms ahead of a move, according to the Mail.

The 21-year-old is set for a significant pay rise which will see him earn £200,000 per week if he joins Chelsea

I Ant coming

Manchester United transfer target Antony has revealed he is happy to stay at Ajax.

The forward said: “Will [Erik] Ten Hag call me? No idea.

“He has to discuss this with my agents, I’m focused on here. What will come will come, we’ll see.

“I feel good at Ajax. I give everything for this club, every minute. So I am loving this city and this club”

Arnautovic to Juventus?

Bologna star Marko Arnautovic has emerged as a shock transfer target for Juventus after Manchester United pulled out of the race to sign him.

Arnautovic was the subject of a £6.8million bid from United with manager Erik ten Hag keen to bolster his attack.

But the Red Devils’ offer was knocked back with Bologna director Marco Di Viao insisting the centre-forward is not for sale.

The Manchester giants then withdrew their pursuit of the Austria international after huge fan backlash.

Transfer expert Nicolo Schira now states how Juve sporting director Federico Cherubini has been in contact with Arnautovic’s representatives.

The reporter has said the Austrian is seen as a potential replacement for on-loan striker Moise Kean.

Schira tweeted: “Juventus are still interested in Marko Arnautovic. Cherubini has talked with his agents last week. If Moise Kean leaves, Juve will try to sign Bologna ‘s striker”

Ed-ing off to Spain

Arsenal technical director Edu has set tongues wagging after he was apparently spotted jetting to Spain for transfer business.

The Gunners are in the hunt for Villarreal ace Yeremi Pino and are facing competition from Premier League foes Liverpool for his signature.

Reports suggest the Gunners have tabled a £33million offer for Yeremi ahead of transfer deadline day.

A man at least resembling the Arsenal transfer chief was spotted boarding a Ryanair jet to Valencia on Sunday, on Twitter.

United to sell Garner

Manchester United have decided to sell James Garner before transfer deadline day on September 1.

According to Manchester Evening News, United are keen to sell and value Garner in the region between £15million and £20m.

Nottingham Forest and Tottenham are eyeing the midfielder, who is under contract until 2024.

Academy graduate Garner only played for 22 minutes during the club’s pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia due to injury

Tielemans may leave for free

Leicester are reportedly warming to the idea of letting Arsenal target Youri Tielemans leave for free when his contract expires next year.

Tielemans seemed keen on a move to north London but the Gunners have yet to table a bid for the highly-rated midfielder.

The North Londoners will be keen to secure the Belgium international before his contract runs our in 2023.

That is because as a free agent Tielemans will no doubt attract the interest of a lot more clubs

Ronaldo contract latest

Manchester United wantaway star Cristiano Ronaldo has been offered to both Inter Milan and AC Milan this summer.

But both Milan clubs have declined the option to sign Ronaldo before transfer deadline day on September 1.

This would mean that the star forward has now been rejected by at least nine clubs.

Chelsea, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus, AC Milan, Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid have all been offered the Portugal captain's services

Gall or nothing

Newcastle have made Chelsea ace Conor Gallagher their prime target in the final weeks of the summer transfer window, reports SunSport's Dan King.

The Magpies would also like to sign Leicester star James Maddison but their hopes of landing him are understood to be slim.

So the Toon will now step up their efforts to persuade the Blues to sell their £40million-rated midfielder.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel insists he remains a “huge fan” of the England international.

But Tuchel acknowledges the challenge Gallagher faces to gain a place in his starting XI , and admits every player has his price

Barca want Messi and Silva

Barcelona are interested in landing club legend Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City star Bernardo Silva before transfer deadline day.

Barca manager Xavi is already known to be interested in signing Silva, who has not denied rumours of a proposed £80million move to Catalonia, but now Messi has emerged as a top target.

Guilleme Balague tweeted: "Clearly the midfield of Barcelona, with the exception of Pedri, has not got the subtle touch/thinking necessary to play as Xavi wants, to find the right tempo, to feed forwards (and [Sergio] Busquets has played his best football).

"Hence Xavi wanting Bernardo Silva (and asking for Messi)"

Barca's Messi business

Barcelona manager Xavi has asked the club to re-sign Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain.

Messi joined PSG in a free transfer from Barca last summer, but he failed to reach the same heights that he did while in Catalonia.

This comes after the Blaugrana were held to a 0-0 draw by Rayo Vallecano on Saturday with new forwards Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha both failing to get on the scoresheet.

As a result, Xavi is now eager to bring in at least two more attacking players to the Nou Kamp.

And according to reporter Guillem Balague, he wants former team-mate Messi to come back

Newcastle latest

Newcastle have been dealt a major transfer blow as Goncalo Ramos pledged his loyalty to Benfica.

The Magpies are desperate to bring in a new striker before the transfer window closes on September 1.

They were linked with making a swoop for the £25million-rated Ramos this week after initial talks following his impressive performance against Eddie Howe's side in pre-season.

A host of other Premier League clubs including Nottingham Forest as well as Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be monitoring his situation.

However, Ramos played down any suggestions of a summer move by committing himself to the club he joined aged 12 and came through the ranks.

Good morning, football fans

Manchester United have been in talks with Barcelona right-back Sergino Dest over the summer.

Erik ten Hag is looking to strengthen his defence after the 4-0 pummelling against Brentford.

The American has indicated his desire to stay at the Catalan club but Barcelona have set a price tag of £17million for the 21-year-old.

However, in a developing situation, Ten Hag is reportedly willing to offload Aaron Wan-Bissaka or Diogo Dalot for the Barcelona man’s services.

Everton set sights on Adams

Everton are keen to sign Southampton striker Che Adams according to reports.

Frank Lampard was dealt a double blow in attack with the departure of Richarlison and the injury to Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

The club are in desperate need of more firepower up front and the 26-year-old looks to be first choice.

Barcelona put price tag on Aubameyang

Barcelona are said to be willing to part ways with Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang should Chelsea meet their asking price.

According to reports, the Spanish giants want £21.1million for the striker, just 7 months after moving from Arsenal.

Arsenal waiting to pounce on Tielemans

The Gunners are reportedly ready to launch a bid for Leicester City's Youri Tielemans.

Meetings are thought to have taken place already, with Arsenal set to propose a bid next week for the Belgian.

Conte wants Udogie to add to squad

Tottenham target Destiny Udogie has reportedly flown to London this evening to meet with the club and complete a medical.

Conte is said to be a big admirer of the Udinese full-back and is hoping to make the 19-year-old his seventh signing of the window.

However, it is thought that Udogie would go back on loan to Italy for the rest of the season.

Palace keen on Wan-Bissaka

Crystal Palace are said to be interested in a loan-move for Manchester United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

The Englishman has fallen out of favour under Ten Hag with Diogo Dalot first-choice in that position.

According to Sky Sports, Viera is thought to want to reunite Eagles fans with the Wan-Bissaka following his move to United back in 2019.

Manchester United spy move for Raul De Tomas

The Red Devils are reportedly interested in the signing on Espanyol striker Raul De Tomas with negotiations opening up between the two clubs.

The 27-year-old scored 17 goals in 34 matches in La Liga last season.

Tomas is thought to worth be around £21-25million should Manchester United pursue the Spanish international.

Forest complete deal for Freuler

Nottingham Forest have made their 16th signing of the window, recruiting Atalanta midfielder in a deal worth £7.6million.

The Swiss international was the club's captain but according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, wanted a new challenge in the Premier League.

Chelsea make official bid for Gordon

The talks between Gordon and Chelsea have intensified with Sky reporting that the Blues have made an official offer for the Everton winger.

The bid is thought to be worth £40million, £10million less than Everton's asking price.

Messi and Bernardo Silva could complete Barca midfield

Bernardo Silva has been rumoured with a move to the Catalan giants this summer, with Xavi also reportedly wanting Lionel Messi to return to the Camp Nou.

Journalist Guillem Balague believes that the pair could be the missing pieces in Xavi's jigsaw.

He stated that with the exception of Pedri, Barcelona need their talent to play as the boss wants to, partiuclarly considering the ageing of Sergio Busquets, who he believes has played his best football.

Lo Celso re-joins Villarreal on loan

Giovani Lo Celso is returning to Villarreal on loan according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

The Argentinian spent last season on loan at the club, reaching the semi-finals of the Champions League.

He is to return this season and stay with the Spanish club until 2023.

There is no option to buy in the clause.

Arsenal and Man Utd interested in Caicedo

Premier League giants Arsenal and Manchester United are thought to be interested in 20-year-old Moises Caicedo.

Te 20-year-old joined Brighton only last year for a fee of £4.5million and his impressive form has sparked interest from the big hitters.

West Ham, Atletico Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen and Juventus are all also thought to be keeping tabs on the youngster.

However, Graham Potter is unlikely to be willing to let him go easily having already lost Yves Bissouma to Tottenham and Marc Cucurella to Chelsea.

Forest closing in on Aouar

Nottingham Forest are said to be close to signing Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.

The 24-year-old is in the last year of his contract in France and has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League, with Arsenal fond admirers

A potential move to Real Betis recently fell through and now Forest look to be the favourites.