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 Manchester United are setting their sights on one of Brazil's brightest young midfield talents, according to TNT Sports BR. The Red Devils have pinpointed Manuel Ugarte as their top midfield target this summer. Negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain are underway to secure a deal, potentially involving a loan with an obligation to buy for £51 million. However, TNT Sports BR reports that United are also eyeing Fluminense's Andre Trindade. Discussions have already taken place with the player's representatives about a possible transfer. Aline Nastari, who broke the story, emphasized that Fluminense are keen to sell Andre to raise funds, and the midfielder is ready to embrace a new challenge. Although United have yet to submit a formal offer to the Brazilian club, Fluminense are expected to demand at least £29.7 million, including add-ons, for the highly-rated star. Could Andre be United's Plan B if the Ugarte deal falls through? Andre has emerged as one of the standout defe...

  In recent days, rumors have been swirling about Paris Saint-Germain's pursuit of Atalanta's rising star, Ademola Lookman. However, Liverpool is reportedly plotting a last-minute swoop for the Nigerian forward as the summer transfer window draws to a close, aiming to strengthen their attacking lineup. A recent report suggests that Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United have all shown interest in Lookman, but it’s PSG who has allegedly ramped up efforts to secure the talented player. Yet, according to journalist Matteo Moretto, PSG’s move for Lookman is losing momentum. Despite verbal discussions, the French giants have not yet made a formal offer to Atalanta, and a significant gap remains between the two clubs' expectations. This standoff could open the door for a rival club to step in, and Liverpool appears ready to pounce. Journalist Graeme Bailey, via TEAMTalk, reveals that Liverpool has been closely monitoring Lookman's situation since the start of the summer. W...

Inter Milan have now played their final friendly match of preseason, against Chelsea. The Nerazzurri travelled to London to face the Premier League side at Stamford Bridge. This was less than a week before the start of their Serie A campaign against Genoa. Inter took the lead through striker Marcus Thuram in the first half. However, Chelsea equalized late on. Midfielder Lesley Ugwochuku came off the bench to score in the ninetieth minute. Inter keeper Yann Sommer took to Instagram with a snapshot from the match.

  Blues chiefs determined to keep England star for bulk of his career Cole Palmer has signed a new two-year contract extension at Chelsea, keeping him at the club until June 2033. The England international shone during his first season with the Blues, scoring 27 goals while registering 15 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions. Palmer, who won both the club's Men's Player of the Season and Men's Players' Player of the Year awards, initially signed a seven-year deal following a £42.5m move from Manchester City last summer. Such brilliant form has seen Palmer nominated for the 2023/24 PFA Player's Player of the Year award, alongside Arsenal's Martin Odegaard and City stars Erling Haaland, Rodri and Phil Foden. Standard Sport understands Chelsea chiefs had devised a plan to keep the 22-year-old at Stamford Bridge for the bulk of his career by incrementally increasing his wages. The forward's initial wage is believed to have been set at around £80k-pe...