Updated: 10 Jul 2026 20:03 BST | 6 min read
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Friday delivered some massive transfer news as a surprising Chelsea deal was effectively confirmed.
Plus, Man Utd made a shock decision on one of their marquee summer signings and Arsenal were sent a clear message over the future of captain Martin Odegaard. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Exclusive: Riise gives Odegaard verdict
Martin Odegaard
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Speaking to FootballTransfers, John Arne Riise has issued a strong verdict on compatriot Martin Odegaard amid rumours he could leave Arsenal.
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Exclusive: Celtic's Hassan decision
Haissem Hassan
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FootballTransfers can confirm that Celtic are interested in Egypt star Haissem Hassan and reveal what the Hoops must do to complete the deal.
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Derry leaves Chelsea
Jesse Derry
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Chelsea wonderkid Jesse Derry has arrived in Portugal ahead of a surprising move to Sporting CP.
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Man Utd deal off
Ederson
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Man Utd have pulled the plug on their deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson.
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Ronaldo to delay retirement?
Jorge Jesus
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Could Cristiano Ronaldo postpone his Portugal retirement after Jorge Jesus' appointment as head coach?
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Ronaldo's nemesis arrives
Cristiano Ronaldo
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In other coaching news, Ronaldo's nemesis is ready to rival him in the Saudi Pro League.
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Chelsea hijack?
Morten Hjulmand
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Chelsea attempted to hijack Morten Hjulmand's move from Sporting CP to Atletico Madrid.
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Iraola's problem
Andoni Iraola
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Andoni Iraola is already dealing with his first major Liverpool problem following a seismic boardroom shake-up.
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Barcelona injection
Julian Alvarez
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Barcelona have received a massive cash injection amid their ongoing pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez.
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Celtic sign Duran
Camilo Duran
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Celtic have completed the signing of Qarabag striker Camilo Duran.
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Tzolis record
Christos Tzolis
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Arsenal's possible signing of Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis will be a record-breaking one.
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