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Arsenal return for Vlahovic

Arsenal are trying to rekindle interest in Dusan Vlahovic, a year after losing the Juventus striker.

Corriere dello Sport reports that interest from the Gunners is back on the table following Gabriel Jesus’ injury, although Manchester United cannot be ruled out either as they look to replace Cristiano Ronaldo.

It remains to be seen if Juventus decide to cash in on a player they spent £62m on last January, but he looks to have plenty of suitors if they do.

Man Utd return for De Jong

When will they learn?

According to the BBC and Manchester Evening News, Manchester United are ready for the second round with Frenkie de Jong and want to pair him with Jude Bellingham in the center of their midfield.

The Barcelona midfielder – who has shown no signs of wanting to leave this summer – remains a key target for Erik ten Hag after losing him in the summer.

Bellingham are a long-term target after failing to sign him from Birmingham before the player joined Borussia Dortmund two years ago.

Southgate remains in place

An interesting line with Gareth Southgate now is that he should stay on as England manager.

As reported by common sport earlier this week, Southgate considered quitting after England’s quarter-final exit from the World Cup.

Following England’s exit, Southgate admitted it had been a tough 18 months in the job – including the boos he and his team endured in a 4-0 home loss to Hungary in Wolverhampton earlier this year.

This is understood to have greatly affected Southgate, who does not want to continue beyond the World Cup without the support of the English faithful.

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Man United are planning on Griezmann

Antoine Griezmann is a name that features prominently in today’s transfer dispatches.

The Atletico Madrid star played a key role for France in Qatar in their last trip to a World Cup final, struggling England in the semis as they ended the threat of Kylian Mbappe.

Now Griezmann has once again been linked with a high-profile move to the Premier League, with French news outlet Mediafoot suggesting Manchester United are considering a new swoop for the 31-year-old.

Griezmann almost joined United last time… could this be the time for a move?

Cristiano Ronaldo may ‘retire from football’

Cristiano Ronaldo’s future remains the subject of fierce speculation, with the Portuguese superstar looking at a career-ending crossroads following his country’s painful exit from the World Cup quarter-finals (where he was benched ).

He remains independent at club level after an acrimonious early exit from Manchester United last month and trained with former club Real Madrid this week in a bid to stay fit, with a big salary rumored to be in Saudi Arabia not yet officially fulfilled.

Now former United team-mate Patrice Evra has caused a stir as he raised the prospect of his friend quitting for good.

“When I spoke to him, I didn’t talk about what he was going to do next,” Evra told Sky Sports. “We talked more about life and family.

“But I don’t know [what he will do next]. Messi said he will retire [from the World Cup]but I don’t know if Ronaldo will retire, because sometimes when you receive a lot of criticism, especially at the end of your career, you say to yourself ‘OK, I think it’s time to stop’.

“It must be a feeling, especially when you are not in the starting XI of your national team, because that is what Cristiano wants; play, get fit and win the World Cup with his country. It was his dream; now he doesn’t have that dream.

“Although I won’t speak for Cristiano, I wouldn’t be surprised if he said he was going to retire. Now all Cristiano does is be a ‘bad person’, a ‘bad player’ or whatever. I wouldn’t be surprised if he decides to retire. »

Chelsea have completed the Nkunku deal

Christopher Nkunku will become a Chelsea player this summer, reports have confirmed.

The RB Leipzig and France striker is expected to move to Stamford Bridge this summer in a high-profile switch.

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reports that the deal is 100% sealed on both club and player sides, with all relevant documents and contracts signed.

Bundesliga top scorer Nkunku will move to Chelsea in July amid speculation the move could go ahead with Graham Potter now light on the forwards following Armando Broja’s season-ending knee injury.

Saka’s fear of Arsenal has eased

Manchester City could be forced to pay a huge fee for Bukayo Saka.

Pep Guardiola’s recent contract extension has put the Arsenal winger and Jude Bellingham on their transfer wish list, according to 90min.

Saka’s contract expires in 2024, but football.london claim Arsenal could extend Saka’s contract by 12 months with an option on his current deal, amid talks over a renewal .

With little risk of him leaving for free, the Gunners are free to demand a huge price tag.

What does the future hold for Maatsen?

Chelsea youngster Ian Maatsen says he will decide on his future at the end of the season.

Currently on a “perfect” loan at Burnley and tipped for a permanent stay, he told LancsLive: “We’ll see after the end of the season what I do and what the options are.

“I’m still keeping my options open, but time will tell. I’ve come up with a plan to give my 100% and show my dedication to my career, the Burnley fans and the club.

“It was pretty smooth and everyone made me feel welcome and it was the perfect loan I would say. »

O’Hara wants Maguire on Tottenham’s radar

Tottenham have been asked to agree a cut-price deal for Harry Maguire.

Former Spurs player Jamie O’Hara believes Manchester United are destined to accept a low salary for the England star, opening the door to his former club.

“Manchester United will lose money,” he told talkSPORT.

“Let’s say Spurs come for him in January, I’ll take him to Tottenham. We need a centre-half.

Chelsea know the fee of Rafael Leao

Chelsea will have to pay £70m to sign Rafael Leao in January.

Italian outlet Calciomercato has named the fee AC Milan will demand during contract negotiations with the Portuguese striker.

Dusan Vlahovic, Tammy Abraham and Cristiano Ronaldo have been named as other potential targets in the Blues’ hunt for a striker.