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Real Madrid Targets £90m Move for Bruno Fernandes

Manchester United’s Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes, 30, has emerged as a £90m transfer target for Real Madrid. The Spanish giants are keen to bolster their midfield options, with Fernandes’ leadership and creativity seen as valuable assets. (Star)

Arsenal’s New Sporting Director to Lead Zubimendi Pursuit

Incoming Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is set to oversee negotiations for Real Sociedad’s Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The 26-year-old is also on Real Madrid’s radar, making Arsenal’s pursuit more competitive. (Mirror)

Manchester City Interested in Pedri, But Barcelona Unwilling to Sell

Manchester City considers Spain international Pedri an ideal midfield addition, but Barcelona has made it clear that the 22-year-old is not for sale. The Catalan club views Pedri as a key part of their future. (Fichajes – in Spanish)

Man City Opens Talks for Sweden’s Hugo Larsson

Manchester City has initiated discussions to sign 20-year-old Sweden midfielder Hugo Larsson, with Eintracht Frankfurt reportedly demanding at least £50m for the talented youngster. (Sky Sports Germany)

Chelsea Prioritizes Barcelona’s Jules Kounde in Summer Plans

Chelsea has made Barcelona’s French defender Jules Kounde, 26, their primary target for the summer transfer window as they aim to strengthen their defensive line. (Sport – in Spanish)

Barcelona Close to Extending Szczesny’s Contract

Barcelona is nearing a contract extension agreement with Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, 34, until June 2026, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. (Fabrizio Romano)

Bournemouth Keen on Permanent Kepa Arrizabalaga Deal

Bournemouth is looking to sign Spain goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on a permanent deal from Chelsea this summer. The 30-year-old is currently on loan with the Cherries. (Fabrizio Romano)

Atletico Madrid Preparing Bid for Chelsea’s Enzo Fernandez

Atletico Madrid is set to offer £25m plus 21-year-old Pablo Barrios for Chelsea’s Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez, 24, as they look to strengthen their midfield. (Fichajes – in Spanish)

RB Leipzig Interested in Jobe Bellingham but Price an Obstacle

RB Leipzig is monitoring Sunderland’s Jobe Bellingham, 19, but is hesitant about the Black Cats’ high asking price for the England U21 international. (Sky Sport Germany)

Cole Palmer Almost Joined Manchester United at 16

Manchester United academy coach Colin Little has revealed that England forward Cole Palmer was close to joining the club from Manchester City at 16 before ultimately staying at City and later moving to Chelsea. (Metro)

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