July 26thÂ
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The summer transfer window has officially opened and now that the World Cup has come and gone, clubs are working away on major deals. For most clubs, planning will already be complete and they will have identified which players they want to sign, and which players they want to sell.
Managers will be constantly assessing their squads with sporting directors and recruitment staff scanning the market for potential deals this summer. The rumour mill is still gathering pace and we’ve collated some of the biggest current transfer stories – you can access the full rumour mill below.
Today’s biggest transfer stories
Manchester United are reportedly bracing themselves for an approach from Juventus for captain Bruno Fernandes. The 31-year-old has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer and the Old Lady are said to have held talks with the Portugal international’s representatives.
Napoli are eyeing a move for Chelsea defender Benoît Badiashile. The centre-back is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer and has a market value of €15 million. The Frenchman, 25, is ‘strongly drawn’ to the idea of joining the Partenopei, per The Sun.
Nottingham Forest have submitted an improved €20.5 million bid for Feyenoord full-back Givairo Read. The youngster, 20, has also caught the eye of Manchester City and Liverpool, but Forest are currently leading the race.
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