Bayern Munich make late move to rival Chelsea's transfer interest in Xavi Simons – but attacker's mind is already made up
Bayern Munich look set to miss out on signing Xavi Simons after the RB Leipzig star reiterated his desire to join Chelsea.
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'I'm happy here!' – Federico Chiesa hints at Liverpool transfer U-turn after goal heroics against Bournemouth as Arne Slot addresses his future
Federico Chiesa claimed that he is happy at Liverpool after his goal scoring heroics against Bournemouth at Anfield. The Italian forward, once dismissed as a fading star, finally announced himself in England with a decisive strike in the Reds’ chaotic 4-2 victory over Bournemouth.
Just in time! Barcelona finally register new signings Marcus Rashford & Joan Garcia with La Liga ahead of season opener against Mallorca
Barcelona fans can finally breathe a sigh of relief as both Marcus Rashford and Joan Garcia have been registered with La Liga. The England international, who arrived on loan from Manchester United earlier this summer, had been waiting anxiously as paperwork and financial adjustments dragged on. However, the authorities have now cleared him to participate in an official match.
Arsenal & Mikel Arteta accused of 'stealing' £51m Martin Zubimendi from Liverpool by Reds legend Jamie Carragher
Jamie Carragher has made a surprising claim against Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta, insisting the Spaniard "definitely stole" Martin Zubimendi away from Liverpool. The ex-Real Sociedad midfielder, who had been on the Reds’ radar for over a year, shocked many by snubbing Merseyside in favour of a blockbuster £51 million ($69m) switch to the Emirates this summer.
Chelsea immediately reject 'insulting' bid for unwanted midfielder as Blues look to free up space for Xavi Simons & Alejandro Garnacho signings
Chelsea have wasted no time in turning down Borussia Dortmund’s latest offer for Carney Chukwuemeka, with the proposal labelled ‘insulting’ by the club. The Blues are prioritising player sales to make room for top targets Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, and have fielded interest from several other clubs for the unwanted 20-year-old midfielder.
Jadon Sancho keeping Roma on standby with Man Utd outcast considering all options before agreeing to £20m Serie A move
Jadon Sancho is keeping Roma waiting as he considers all of his options before committing to a £20 million ($27m) move to Roma in Serie A.
Revealed: Why Chelsea's double swoop for Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho is being held up ahead of new Premier League season
Chelsea's double swoop for Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho is being held up by the potential exit of Christoper Nkunku.
Familiar faces, new places: Malik Tillman to Bayern Leverkusen, Johnny Cardoso to Atletico Madrid and key USMNT transfers
Ahead of the World Cup, several familiar players were on the move - with some climbing the ladder, others taking steps back
Revealed: Liverpool's three centre-back targets they missed out on before pulling trigger to sign Giovanni Leoni
Liverpool missed out on three 'elite' centre-backs before pulling the trigger on a €35 million (£30m/$40m) deal to sign Giovanni Leoni from Parma.