RB Leipzig are reportedly ready to bring Christopher Nkunku back to Germany, as part of a blockbuster deal that would see Xavi Simons join Chelsea in a £60 million ($81m) move. The Bundesliga side have floated the sensational idea of a player-plus-cash swap with Chelsea preparing to move out several players, including Nkunku, before going all-in on their top attacking targets.
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Former Chelsea and Juventus winger Juan Cuadrado has joined Serie A new boys Pisa, extending his playing career beyond the age of 37.
Former Manchester United star Paul Pogba says he wants to deliver a "great" version of himself as he prepares for life with Monaco.
Erik ten Hag says Cristiano Ronaldo was "never the problem" at Manchester United following the forward's pre-season hat-trick for Al-Nassr.
Nicolas Jackson has been left out from Chelsea's squad for their pre-season friendly against Bayer Leverkusen at Stamford Bridge, fuelling speculation over his future. The 24-year-old trained alone earlier on Friday, with Newcastle and Bayern Munich keen on a summer move. The striker has also now reportedly asked officially to leave the west London side.
Newcastle are interested in signing both Randal Kolo Muani and Samu Aghehowa as they continue to plan for a successor to Alexander Isak.
USMNT star Tim Weah has answered another "favourite position" question after joining Marseille and revealed when he will be ready for his debut.
Antony has reiterated his stance that he will join no other club than Real Betis, and is set to reject Benfica's offer to join from Manchester United.
