16 Jun 2026 22:02 BST | 6 min read
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Tom Weber
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Multilingual sports writer who specialises in European football and American soccer.
Tuesday delivered plenty of huge news as Chelsea received a big boost in their pursuit of a Premier League ace.
Plus, Arsenal were sent a clear message over a new summer target and Man Utd made a risky decision on Mateus Fernandes. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Lacroix boost for Chelsea
Maxence Lacroix
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Chelsea have added Maxence Lacroix to their summer shortlist after he informed Crystal Palace that he won't be signing a new contract.
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Arsenal want Scott, but...
Alex Scott
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Arsenal have developed an interest in Alex Scott, but Bournemouth are poised to hand him a new deal with an €86 million release clause.
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Man Utd's Fernandes gamble
Mateus Fernandes
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Man Utd have informed West Ham that they won't be held to ransom over Mateus Fernandes, potentially paving the way for other suitors to make a move for the €92m-rated midfielder.
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Anderson domino
Elliot Anderson
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Elliot Anderson's expected move from Nottingham Forest to Man City will have major ramifications for Liverpool's transfer window.
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Cucurella replacement?
Maxi Araujo
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Chelsea are set to step up their interest in Sporting CP wing-back Maxi Araujo after selling Marc Cucurella to Real Madrid.
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Record Rangers sale
Emmanuel Fernandez
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Bayer Leverkusen have made fresh contact with Rangers for Emmanuel Fernandez, who could become the Ibrox club's new record sale.
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Payne's shock move
Tim Payne
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New Zealand star Tim Payne became a viral sensation in South America before the World Cup - and now he's set to move to the continent.
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Celtic eye Campbell
Cole Campbell
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Celtic have opened talks to sign Borussia Dortmund youngster Cole Campbell.
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Tonali wants Spurs
Sandro Tonali
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Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali is keen on a move to Tottenham after the North London club made contact over a transfer.
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Nmecha interest
Felix Nmecha
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Interest in Borussia Dortmund star Felix Nmecha is ramping up, with Real Madrid and Man Utd among his suitors.
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Arsenal in Diomande race
Yan Diomande
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Arsenal are firmly in the race to sign RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande.
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Rashford replacement?
Marcus Rashford
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Man Utd have identified their preferred replacement for Marcus Rashford - but will the England star actually leave?
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