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Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Chelsea got serious over the signing of one of Europe's most exciting talents.
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Plus, Man Utd were frustrated in the pursuit of their top target and Arsenal unearthed a real gem. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.
Chelsea lead Kvaratskhelia race
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Chelsea are in pole position to sign Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's 16-year-old brother Tornike.
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Hall dashes Man Utd's hopes
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Lewis Hall will sign a new contract at Newcastle, potentially making him unattainable for Man Utd if he keeps going on his current trajectory.
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Arsenal chiefs love Tzolis
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Club Brugge's president has revealed that the Arsenal hierarchy has become infatuated with summer signing Christos Tzolis.
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Liverpool's shortlist
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Another player on Liverpool's shortlist of possible replacements for Alexis Mac Allister has been revealed.
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Rashford decision vindicated
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Man Utd were right to keep Marcus Rashford at the club this summer.
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Chelsea's next superstar?
Shumaira Mheuka
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Celtic boss Martin O'Neill has high hopes for Chelsea loanee Shumaira Mheuka.
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Man Utd scouting mission
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Man Utd were left mightily impressed by Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi after a scouting mission.
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Balogun decision
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AS Monaco have made their final decision on Folarin Balogun after his failed transfer to Everton.
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McTominay concern
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Napoli are growing concerned about the long-term future of Scott McTominay amid stalling contract talks.
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Bouaddi's special quality
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Enzo Maresca has revealed why Man City made Ayyoub Bouaddi the most expensive teenager in Premier League history.
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Sancho return?
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Borussia Dortmund have suffered another devastating injury blow, convincing fans that it's time to bring back Jadon Sancho - again.
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Paez axed
Kendry Paez
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Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso has confirmed that Kendry Paez is not in his plans after the youngster's return from loan.
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Arbeloa under threat
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Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa is at serious risk of becoming the first Premier League manager to lose his job this season.
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Mourinho's Diomande plan
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Despite costing €125m, Yan Diomande has yet to start for Real Madrid - but Jose Mourinho knows what he's doing.
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Ruiz for Ballon d'Or?
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Should PSG midfielder Fabian Ruiz win this year's Ballon d'Or?
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