توجه نجم فريق برشلونة، لامين يامال، بطلب خاص إلى إدارة النادي الإسباني فيما يخص مباراة كأس فيناليسيما المرتقبة، العام المقبل، بين منتخبي إسبانيا والأرجنتين.
وتُقام مباراة كأس فيناليسيما بين بطل أوروبا، أي إسبانيا، وبطل كوبا أمريكا، أي الأرجنتين، في شهر مارس المقبل، حيث من المتوقع أن يكون في يوم 27، حيث لم يُعلن بشكل رسمي حتى الآن.
وذكرت صحيفة “آس” الإسبانية أن لامين يامال أبلغ برشلونة برغبته في المشاركة في مباراة كأس فيناليسيما، حيث يأمل عودة العلاقات بين النادي والاتحاد الإسباني لكرة القدم بحلول ذلك الوقت، حسب مصادر مقربة من اللاعب.
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وأوضحت أن مصادر مقربة من اللاعب قالت إن لامين يامال يشعر بكونه عالقًا في خلاف لا علاقة له به، حيث إنه ببساطة يريد التعافي في أسرع وقت ممكن وتقديم أفضل ما لديه في عام بالغ الأهمية نظرًا للتحديات التي يواجهها مع برشلونة وكأس العالم، والتي قد تدفعه نحو النجومية على الصعيد العالمي.
كان الاتحاد الإسباني لكرة القدم قد أصدر بيانًا قويًا، يوم الإثنين الماضي، للإعلان عن دهشته واستيائه بسبب خضوع لامين يامال لعلاج خاص بإصابة العانة، بموافقة برشلونة، دون مشاورتهم، مما أدى إلى استبعاده من المعسكر الدولي بمجرد انطلاقه.
وأفادت المصادر نفسها أن لامين يامال يدرك كون برشلونة ناديه، ولكنه أظهر نفسه للعالم في بطولة أمم أوروبا، حيث هناك إدراك بأهمية المباريات الدولية في مسيرة اللاعبين، بما فيهم هو نفسه.
ويشعر لامين يامال بالانزعاج بسبب أن كل ذلك الجدل الدائر، بين برشلونة والاتحاد الإسباني، نتج عن إصابته.
Manchester United’s summer rebuild continues at pace as they search for the final pieces to complement Ruben Amorim’s evolving side.
Having already spent in excess of £200m on Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Šeško, United have shown clear intent to strengthen in attack.
Yet despite the influx of firepower, questions remain over midfield balance – particularly in terms of athleticism, ball progression and controlling matches against top opposition.
Amorim has made no secret of his desire for an additional central midfielder capable of dictating tempo while also providing physicality.
Amorim's midfielder of choice
Brighton’s Carlos Baleba was initially earmarked as the prime candidate, but with the Seagulls demanding £100m, United have turned to other options.
Sevilla’s Lucien Agoumé is also on the radar, but the most intriguing development concerns a young English midfielder whose calmness and intelligence on the ball has already drawn comparisons with Michael Carrick.
Manchester United Michael Carrick
That comparison is telling. Carrick was never the most dynamic in terms of pace or power, but his ability to anticipate danger, dictate tempo and distribute with precision underpinned Manchester United’s dominance during his time at Old Trafford.
Amorim’s side currently lack that kind of conductor, and the search to fill the role has led them towards one of the Premier League’s most exciting emerging talents.
According to reports, via the Daily Mirror, Manchester United are among a host of clubs interested in signing Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton.
The 21-year-old has made a rapid rise since leaving Blackburn Rovers and has quickly established himself as a key figure at Selhurst Park.
Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton
Wharton’s composure in possession and ability to dictate rhythm have earned him plaudits from across the game.
Palace content creator HLTCO recently described him as a “truly special talent,” while his mature displays have already secured him three England caps and a place in Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad.
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After losing Eberechi Eze in a £60m deal to Arsenal, any move for Wharton is expected to cost £100m.
Manchester United are not alone in their pursuit. Real Madrid, Manchester City and Liverpool are also tracking his progress, a reflection of the scale of his potential.
The competition means this would be a complex transfer to complete – particularly for a club still finding its feet under Amorim.
Wharton's profile and the Carrick comparison
What makes Wharton so appealing to Manchester United is not only his technical quality but also the style of player he represents.
Unlike the archetypal modern holding midfielder defined by athleticism and pressing intensity, Wharton operates with intelligence, positional awareness and an assured passing range.
That profile naturally recalls Carrick, who joined United in 2006 and went on to form a formidable midfield partnership with Paul Scholes.
Carlos Tevez with Paul Scholes and Michael Carrick.
Carrick’s value lay in his vision, distribution and ability to anticipate play rather than raw physicality.
He dictated matches through composure and passing variety, and Wharton is beginning to show signs of a similar profile.
Statistically, the Palace man already ranks impressively among his positional peers.
According to FBref, last season he was in the 91st percentile compared to positionally similar players for both key passes (1.78 per 90) and progressive passes (7.31 per 90), while also hitting the 93rd percentile for shot-creating actions (4.03 per 90).
His defensive contribution is equally notable, with 96th-percentile numbers for ball recoveries (6.97 per 90) and 93rd percentile for completed challenges against dribblers (3.00 per 90).
These figures highlight his ability to influence matches at both ends of the pitch.
Matches Played
20
Starts
16
Assists
2
Progressive Carries
14
Progressive Passes
107
Pass Completion Rate
75.6%
Recycling possession, breaking up attacks, and advancing the ball into dangerous areas.
It is this blend of composure and progression that makes him stand out in a Premier League environment where many holding midfielders are primarily destructive.
The challenge for United would be extracting Wharton from Palace at a fee that reflects both his current impact and potential ceiling.
With Eze already gone and Wharton tied to a long contract, Palace will feel under no pressure to sell unless an extraordinary offer is made.
That said, the parallels with Carrick are significant. When Sir Alex Ferguson sanctioned the £18m deal to bring Carrick from West Ham nearly two decades ago, many questioned the outlay. In hindsight, it proved one of his most important transfers.
United’s recent midfield struggles underline why a player of Wharton’s profile could be transformative.
Amorim’s side ended last season in 15th place and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham, a campaign that exposed both a lack of control in possession and an over-reliance on moments of individual brilliance.
While Cunha, Mbeumo and Šeško should add cutting edge, without balance in midfield their contributions may be undermined.
Wharton is not a guarantee of success, nor would he single-handedly fix United’s issues. But his intelligence, progressive passing and reading of the game make him a rare commodity, and one who could grow into the type of midfield fulcrum United have lacked since Carrick’s retirement.
Whether they can persuade Palace to part with him remains to be seen.
For now, though, Wharton has already done enough to make Old Trafford dream of a midfield once again built on control and composure.
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Barcelona’s summer transfer window had its fair share of drama and speculation, with Manchester City reportedly showing interest in Jules Kounde. The French defender was on Pep Guardiola’s radar after a successful season with the Blaugrana, but sporting director Deco has now explained why the story never went any further.
Man City enquired about Kounde after defensive struggles
Back in July, reports claimed City had shown interest in Kounde while looking to fix their defence. The French defender was one of Barca’s top performers last season, playing a big role in Hansi Flick’s domestic treble-winning side and even scoring a decisive goal against Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey final. At the same time, City endured their worst campaign under Pep Guardiola since 2016-17, ending the year without a major trophy and struggling badly in defence.
However, the rumours quickly ended when the Frenchman signed a new deal until 2030, extending his previous contract that was set to run through 2027. Meanwhile, City signed left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolves.
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Deco admits Man City interest
Speaking to , sporting director Deco confirmed that City did check on Kounde’s availability in July. "No, there was no offer. The only thing I do know is that City, and now there's [new director of football] Hugo Viana and before that there was Txiki [Begiristain], were looking for a full-back, and of course they asked us if Koundé was on the market. And we told them no. So there was no offer or any negotiation."
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Barcelona's ties with Manchester City remain strong, says Deco
Deco also added that the contact with City was direct and friendly. "If I know a sporting director from another club, I might call him and ask because we’re looking for someone in that position, and whether they think about selling him. As we’ve said from the start, our relationship with City, with Txiki and now with Hugo Viana, who is my friend, is good and direct, without any intermediaries that don’t exist."
Barca and City have stayed close in recent years, thanks to Guardiola’s ties and big-name moves like Ferran Torres, Sergio Aguero and Ilkay Gundogan.
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What's next for Barcelona?
After securing Kounde, Barcelona’s next priority is tying down Frenkie de Jong. The Dutch midfielder’s deal runs out next summer, but the club has already expressed confidence that fresh terms will soon be agreed. For Deco and the Barca hierarchy, keeping their core intact is the main focus as Flick looks to build on last season’s success.
Leeds United have less than two weeks to prepare for their opening game of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign against Everton at Elland Road.
It will be the club’s first top-flight match in more than two years, since their 4-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in West Yorkshire under the management of Sam Allardyce at the end of the 2022/23 season.
Daniel Farke will now be hoping to be more Marcelo Bielsa than Sam Allardyce or Javi Gracia, as the German head coach attempts to guide the team to safety.
The Whites boss will want more options to pick from at the top end of the pitch, though, as Lukas Nmecha is currently the only attacking player who has been added to the squad during the summer transfer window.
As you can see in the quotes above, Farke has made it clear that the club need to bring in more attackers, including a replacement for Manor Solomon.
The Championship champions should also be on the lookout for a marquee number nine addition, as it remains to be seen whether or not Joel Piroe has what it takes to make the step up.
Leeds have doubts over Joel Piroe's Premier League ability
Back in May, Football Insider reported that Leeds would not build their Premier League attack around the Dutchman, because they have doubts over his suitability for the top-flight.
The outlet stated that the Whites were not planning for the former Swansea marksman to be their first-choice number nine for the 2025/26 campaign, because of their doubts.
This may seem like an odd stance for the club to take after Piroe won the Golden Boot with 19 goals in the Championship for Leeds last season, but it is one that makes sense.
The Whites won the league with 100 points and were utterly dominant in the second tier, which meant that they were able to carry a striker like Piroe, who does not offer much to the team from a physical perspective.
In the Premier League, however, his lack of mobility and strength could cause problems as a starting number nine, as Leeds will be fighting against relegation rather than dominating matches.
Duels won
2.24
Bottom 3%
Duel success rate
26.9%
Bottom 10.6%
Aerial duels won
0.9
Bottom 12.9%
Aerial duel success rate
21.4%
Bottom 17.6%
Fouls committed
0.7
Bottom 7.1%
Fouls won
0.44
Bottom 9.4%
As you can see in the table above, Piroe was far too weak in duels with opposition players and ranked incredibly lowly among his positional peers in a host of physical metrics.
Leeds pushing to sign Serie A striker
Piroe’s lack of physicality, in terms of both speed and strength, may be why the Championship champions are reportedly eyeing up a new centre-forward.
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According to journalist Sebastien Vidal, Leeds United are “pushing” to complete a deal to sign Montenegro international Nikola Krstovic from Italian side Lecce.
The reporter claims that the 25-year-old marksman has been given the “green light” to pursue a move away from the Serie A outfit this summer, which has opened the door to a potential transfer to Elland Road.
Montenegro's Nikola Krstovic celebrates
Vidal adds that the former Red Star Belgrade marksman is “high” on Farke’s wishlist of attacking reinforcements, with the club now pushing to get a deal done for the striker.
Earlier this summer, it was reported that Lecce value the centre-forward at a fee of around £26m, although it remains to be seen how much Leeds are willing to pay for his services.
Why Leeds should sign Nikola Krstovic
The Whites should sign the Serie A number nine because he would come in as a big upgrade on Joel Piroe for Farke ahead of the Premier League curtain-raiser against Everton.
Unlike the current Leeds forward, Krstovic has already proven his quality in one of Europe’s major leagues with his performances for Lecce over the past two seasons, proving that he can score goals at an impressive rate.
The £26m-rated striker scored 11 goals and provided five assists in 37 appearances in the Serie A during the 2024/25 campaign, which is a very respectable return for a player in a team that battled relegation, and successfully, it is worth noting.
Krstovic’s contributions at the top end of the pitch helped Lecce to finish 17th in the division, three points above the bottom three, which shows that he can step up and deliver crucial goals to help a team in a relegation battle.
Along with his potential to be an excellent goalscorer for Leeds, having scored 21 goals in the last two seasons, the Serie A star would also come in as a big upgrade on Piroe from a physical perspective.
Duels won
5.31
Top 38%
Duel success rate
40.6%
Bottom 46%
Aerial duels won
2.76
Top 29%
Aerial duel success rate
41.4%
Top 50%
Fouls committed
1.67
Top 39%
Fouls won
1.61
Top 33%
As you can see in the table above, the Lecce centre-forward ranked above average in most of the physical metrics that Piroe ranked among the worst in the Championship for.
Krstovic, who was hailed as “integral” by former boss Roberto D’Aversa, is a strong number nine who can hold his own in duels, on and off the ball, to provide his team with a strong outlet up front.
Wales' Neco Williams in action with Montenegro's NikolaKrstovic
This means that he would be far more useful to Farke as a starter in the Premier League, as Leeds are likely to be battling the drop and will need a striker who can provide relief by winning fouls and duels, which is not Piroe’s strong suit.
Therefore, Krstovic could be an ideal signing for the Whites to come in as a proven goalscorer and physical presence in the number ninerole ahead of Piroe.
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da luck： A decisão de destituir Ednaldo Rodrigues da presidência da Confederação Brasileira de Futebol (CBF), proferida pelo Tribunal de Justiça do Rio de Janeiro (TJRJ) na quinta-feira (7), afeta diretamente o futuro da Seleção Brasileira.
da bet7k： Afinal, foi Ednaldo que costurou um suposto acordo verbal com Carlo Ancelotti, treinador do Real Madrid, para que o italiano assuma o comando técnico da Amarelinha a partir de julho de 2024.
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Durante a apresentação de Diniz à frente da Seleção, que aconteceu em junho deste ano, o ex-presidente garantiu o comandante do Fluminense como interino pelos próximos 12 meses e assegurou que Ancelotti chegaria para treinar a Canarinho.
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INTERINO E FALTA DE LIDERANÇA
Desde que assumiu o comando (interino) da Seleção Brasileira, Fernando Diniz encontrou dificuldades para implementar seu estilo de jogo e amarga uma sequência de resultados negativos.
Ao todo, são duas vitórias, um empate e três derrotas, o que faz deste o pior início de eliminatórias, no formato atual de disputa, da Amarelinha na história.
Longe de ser uma unanimidade perante a torcida, Diniz enfrenta dois dilemas na tentativa de postergar sua passagem à frente do selecionado nacional: o imediatismo, que além de ser uma característica nacional, é aflorado pela eminente chegada da Copa América, e a falta de um presidente no comando da CBF que possa junto ao profissional organizar uma gestão técnica de futebol.
No entanto, a falta de estabilidade na confederação não é novidade. Os últimos cinco presidentes deixaram o cargo por denúncias de irregularidades. Ricardo Teixeira, acusado de receber mais de R$ 30 milhões em propinas, foi banido do futebol.
José Maria Marin, denunciado pela justiça americana por organização criminosa e lavagem de dinheiro, foi condenado a quatro anos de prisão. Marco Polo Del Nero está banido do futebol desde 2018 pela Fifa após receber propina em troca de acordos comerciais. Rogério Caboclo, antecessor de Ednaldo, foi afastado depois de uma acusação de assédio sexual, realizada por uma funcionária da CBF.
Para contar com um comandante à altura do cargo, seja ele Ancelotti, Fernando Diniz ou outro treinador de elite, o órgão que administra a Seleção precisa profissionalizar sua gestão esportiva e afastar de seu cotidiano as inúmeras denúncias de corrupção e assédio – moral e sexual.
The skipper missed from the penalty spot before failing to track Emile Smith Rowe for the hosts' equalising goal at Craven Cottage
Manchester United were made to rue Bruno Fernandes' penalty miss as they had to settle for a 1-1 draw with a lively Fulham side on Sunday.
United started brightly as Matheus Cunha both hit the post and was denied by Bernd Leno before Fernandes blasted a penalty over the bar after Calvin Bassey fouled Mason Mount in the box.
The Red Devils did eventually bag their first goal of the season as Leny Yoro was not penalised for a shove in Bassey's back while his header deflected off the unsuspecting Rodrigo Muniz past Leno for an own goal.
Substitute Emile Smith Rowe, however, scored with virtually his first touch 17 minutes from the end, and despite a late push from the visitors, the Red Devils failed to record their first win of the season.
GOAL rates United's players from Craven Cottage…
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Altay Bayindir (5/10):
Was out quickly to smother King's toe-poked effort and saved well from Iwobi's low drive, but he still looked very vulnerable when dealing with corners in what remains an area of concern as United as continue to chase a new 'keeper.
Leny Yoro (8/10):
Used his telescopic-like legs to make some crucial last-gasp tackles, and then at the other end, he forced United's opener with his deflected header. The 19-year-old had a trying season last term but he's started brightly in 2025-26.
Matthijs de Ligt (6/10):
Pulled off some excellent headers in his own box to relieve pressure on his team but he arguably could have done more in preventing Fulham's equaliser.
Luke Shaw (7/10):
Looked competent as the left-sided defender in a back three, as he is not as mobile as he once was. Made way in the game's final quarter.
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Midfield
Amad Diallo (7/10):
Came in at right wing-back for Dalot and did a good job on Sessegnon in the first half. Perhaps a tad harsh to be taken off shortly after half-time, but Amorim wanted to change United's shape and he had to make way.
Casemiro (5/10):
Was tasked with firing the ball quickly upfield for his team-mates to run onto, but that was not a particularly successful tactic. Was hooked off shortly after the break as gaps appeared in United's midfield.
Bruno Fernandes (4/10):
Blazed a wretched penalty attempt over the bar and allowed Smith Rowe get away from him for Fulham's goal in a day to forget for the skipper.
Patrick Dorgu (7/10):
Looked lively and whipped in some dangerous-looking crosses into the box. The wing-back did some good covering work as well when his team were on the back foot.
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Attack
Bryan Mbeumo (6/10):
Was well shackled by the physical Bassey as Fulham regularly outnumbered the winger. Didn't get the same freedom he enjoyed last week against Arsenal.
Matheus Cunha (6/10):
Nearly scored a goal of the season contender early doors, but other than a few bits of quality, faded as the game wore on.
Mason Mount (6/10):
Had some good ideas but his execution of them was just a bit off. The former Chelsea man worked hard but it is hard to see him remaining in this starting role for much of the season if he doesn't contribute more.
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Subs & Manager
Diogo Dalot (5/10):
Needlessly gave the ball away with a sloppy touch that led to Fulham's equaliser.
Benjamin Sesko (6/10):
The summer signing didn't get many chances to shine but didn't add a great deal, either.
Manuel Ugarte (5/10):
Was a virtual spectator at times. The Uruguay international added little to United's midfield off the bench.
Harry Maguire (N/A):
Had too little time to make an impact but still almost headed in a late winner.
Ayden Heaven (N/A):
Came on in the game's dying moments.
Ruben Amorim (6/10):
After a narrow loss to Arsenal last week, his team showed encouraging signs, especially in the game's opening salvos, with slick passing and movement. But United lost control of the game as the contest progressed, and Amorim may be concerned by their inability to convert chances, while his substitutes had little impact.
Manchester United and Brazil winger Antony has announced his engagement with girlfriend and childhood sweetheart Rosilene Silva.
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Antony proposes to girlfriend SilvaSets up a rose-themed proposalTwo met when they were teensWHAT HAPPENED?
Antony proposed to Silva as he created an elaborate setup with roses laid out on a red carpet and a heart-shaped flower arrangement at the end of the hall with a sign that read, 'Marry me?'. The couple announced their engagement on Instagram, with one of the photos showing Antony down on one knee.
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The duo posted the engagement photos on Instagram with Silva posting the message: "What God has in store for us is far more than we can imagine…"
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Silva and Antony met when they were just teenagers, according to The Sun, meeting during their time at school in Sao Paulo. As Antony began to rise through the youth teams, their romance blossomed. She followed him to Manchester in 2022 following his big-money move to United.
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WHAT NEXT FOR ANTONY?
Things have not been going too well for the Brazilian on the field, however. He has made just one appearance all season, coming on as an injury-time substitution in United's defeat to Brighton last month, although he can expect more minutes against Barnsley on Tuesday.
25-year-old Taylor rejected an improved deal at Grace Road
George Dobell15-Sep-2020Tom Taylor is set to join Northamptonshire after rejecting a new contract at Leicestershire.Taylor, the 25-year-old allrounder, is out of contract at the end of the season. While Leicestershire are understood to have pushed their budget as far as they could in a bid to keep him, he has opted to move to the third Midlands county of his career. Taylor started out at Derbyshire and moved to Leicestershire ahead of the 2018 season.It is understood that several other counties – including Warwickshire – have expressed a passing interest in Taylor over recent months, but Northants have won the race for his signature.The move is a blow to Leicestershire. While they have become accustomed to losing players to more affluent rivals – notably Nottinghamshire – to lose out to another club with a limited budget is a setback.But Northamptonshire were promoted to Division One of the County Championship at the end of 2019 – Leicestershire were bottom of Division Two – and are currently second in the Central Group in the Vitality Blast. Leicestershire are third in the North Group.Leicestershire’s disappointment is increased as they feel they had nursed Taylor through a couple of serious back injuries and considered him a central figure in their team redevelopment. They have already announced they will not be selecting him in the remaining Vitality Blast matches as they look to provide opportunities to other players instead.
da 888： Chelsea have now told striker Romelu Lukaku he could be used in a swap deal to sign one £213,000-per-week star when he returns from his loan at Roma.
Chelsea set Lukaku price tag as Boehly seeks mass summer sale
da esport bet： The Belgian, following his return to Chelsea in 2021, has now gone down as one of the club's biggest transfer flops in recent memory.
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Lukaku cost the west Londoners a huge £97 million to sign from Inter Milan three years ago, following a campaign where he helped spearhead the Nerrazzuri to a Serie A title under Antonio Conte, before the latter joined Tottenham.
Chelsea's most expensive ever signings
Price
1. Enzo Fernandez
£106.8 million
2. Moises Caicedo
£100 million
3. Romelu Lukaku
£97.5 million
4. Mykhailo Mudryk
£89 million
5. Kai Havertz
£75.8 million
However, it's been a match made in hell since the 30-year-old opted to return to England, and chairman Todd Boehly is now set to try and rid Chelsea of his £325,000-per-week wages for good this summer.
Fabrizio Romano claims Chelsea will demand around £38 million for Lukaku this summer, which is the same price tag as last year.
Lukaku isn't the only big-name player who's facing his last potential season at Stamford Bridge. Indeed, Chelsea could use winger Raheem Sterling in a swap deal for Michael Olise, with many other men set for Mauricio Pochettino's axe this summer.
Conor Gallagher, Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Cucurella, Ian Maatsen, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Hakim Ziyech and Armando Broja have also been named as players who could depart Chelsea when the window reopens, with Boehly looking to raise £100 million through player sales by June 30 in a bid to comply with PSR.
Part-exchange deals could be a fruitful way for Chelsea to both offload deadwood and upgrade the squad simultaneously, and it is now believed they're plotting that scenario for Lukaku.
Chelsea tell Lukaku he could be offered in Osimhen swap deal
According to The Boot Room, Chelsea have informed Lukaku he could be offered in a swap deal to sign Victor Osimhen.
The Napoli striker has been a long-term target, but chairman Aurelio de Laurentiis may be reluctant to negotiate a lower value than the Nigerian's £113 million release clause.
Lukaku would come as a direct replacement for Osimhen, though, so perhaps de Laurentiis could be tempted to entertain this sort of agreement.
Osimhen has been one of Serie A's most devastating strikers for a few years now, so he would be ideal to add that extra bit of goal threat and provide Chelsea with a a classic number nine for next season. The 25-year-old, called a "monster" by members of the African media, is currently earning around £213,000-per-week after signing a new Napoli deal earlier this season.
Arsenal have completed their first piece of summer transfer business, as a long-standing full-back completes a €5m move to Serie A.
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Arsenal announce first transfer of the summer
Full-back leaves for Lazio
Club secure €5m fee
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Nuno Tavares has been on the Gunners' books for four years, spending time on loan at Marseille and Nottingham Forest before joining Lazio on a temporary deal last summer. The Italian club had an option to sign the player permanently for a reported €5m and have now secured the deal.
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WHAT ARSENAL SAID
In a statement, Arsenal said: "Nuno Tavares has moved to Serie A side Lazio on a permanent transfer. Everyone at Arsenal would like to thank Nuno for his contribution to the club and wish him all the best for the future."
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Tavares was a standout performer for Lazio as they finished seventh in Serie A last season, registering nine assists in 30 appearances. However, Lazio could still take advantage of the low fee to make money this summer. Football Italia recently reported they could look to sell him for €65m after his impressive performances caught the eye of several European giants.
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WHAT NEXT FOR LAZIO?
If Tavares does stay at Lazio, he will be playing under Maurizio Sarri next season. The former Chelsea boss has returned to the club and will take charge ahead of the 2025-26 season.