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Tom Weber
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Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Arsenal received a surprising update on a key summer target.
Plus, Chelsea prepared the ground for a major raid on a Premier League rival and Man Utd explored a deal for an unexpected position. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Livramento in Newcastle talks
Tino Livramento
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Arsenal target Tino Livramento is currently in contract discussions with Newcastle and could sign fresh terms.
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Chelsea eye Bowen
Jarrod Bowen
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West Ham will have to make up a €115 million revenue shortfall if they get relegated, and Chelsea are looking to use this as an opportunity to sign Jarrod Bowen.
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Man Utd want Ryerson
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Man Utd are mulling over a €30m deal for Borussia Dortmund right-back Julian Ryerson.
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Barcelona want Spurs relegated
Cristian Romero
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Barcelona are hoping that Tottenham get relegated on Sunday after identifying Cristian Romero as a target.
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Diomande alternative
Yan Diomande
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Yan Diomande has hinted that he could stay at RB Leipzig, forcing Liverpool to seek out alternatives.
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Why was Pedro snubbed?
Joao Pedro
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The reason for Chelsea forward Joao Pedro's surprise Brazil omission has been revealed.
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Mourinho's first signing
Jose Mourinho
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Incoming Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho already knows who his first signing should be.
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All change for Fernandez?
Enzo Fernandez
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Enzo Fernandez's Chelsea future may have completely changed following the appointment of Xabi Alonso.
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Barca's "zero-cost" Rashford alternative
Marcus Rashford
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Marcus Rashford's uncertain future has taken another twist following the news that Barcelona have a "zero-cost" Plan B.
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Nwaneri instead of Sancho?
Ethan Nwaneri
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Borussia Dortmund have cooled their interest in Jadon Sancho and have instead reignited their interest in Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri.
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Martinez's honesty
Lautaro Martinez
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Lautaro Martinez insists that he is not planning to leave Inter and even admits that he could leave football forever after his spell at the San Siro.
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