🚨 Arsenal win Community Shield, Liverpool attacker to PL rivals, Man United shortlist striker target, Chelsea trio up for sale, Update on Osimhen future & more.
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Arsenal smash City to win Community Shield
Arsenal delivered a strong message by defeating Manchester City 3-0 to claim the Community Shield in Cardiff.
Finding the net in a mere 24 seconds, Riccardo Calafiori opened the scoring for the Gunners, followed by strikes from Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard bridging the halftime break.
This dominant performance serves as ideal preparation for their Premier League title defense kicking off Friday against Coventry.
FT: Arsenal 3-0 Man City (Pictures from: Emirates FA Cup)
Arsenal
Arsenal have been given a clearer idea of what it could take to sign Victor Osimhen, with a bid worth more than £60 million reportedly capable of bringing Galatasaray to the negotiating table. (Football Insider)
Arsenal target Victor Osimhen on his future: “There are always rumours during transfer seasons. I will focus on my job. I focus on my work. We’ll see and think about the future then.”
Chelsea
Chelsea could be heading for a busy finish to the summer transfer window, with Nicolas Jackson, Liam Delap and Tosin Adarabioyo all available for moves away from Stamford Bridge. (Fabrizio Romano)
Coventry City
Coventry City are considering an ambitious move for Chelsea youngster Josh Acheampong as Frank Lampard looks to strengthen his squad for their return to the Premier League. (talkSPORT)
Liverpool
Liverpool’s pursuit of Bradley Barcola has reached a crucial stage, with Paris Saint-Germain continuing to demand an enormous fee for the France international. (Sky Sports)
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Liverpool have received fresh encouragement in their pursuit of Bradley Barcola after Paris Saint-Germain added even more competition to an already crowded attack. (The Standard)
(Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)
Manchester United
Manchester United are considering Freiburg forward Igor Matanović as Michael Carrick looks to ensure his attack has enough depth for the new season. (Caught Offside)
Newcastle United
Newcastle United are exploring an ambitious move for Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane. (Chronicle Live)
Newcastle United have turned their attention to Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba as Matthias Jaissle looks to rebuild a midfield transformed by two major summer departures. (talkSPORT)
Tottenham
Tottenham set €25m asking price for Destiny Udogie wanted by Italian giants. Read more!
Tottenham have secured a verbal agreement with Savinho and are now discussing a move with Manchester City. Tottenham could offer an overall package around £85 million to sign the player. The two clubs are currently discussing the deal structure. (ESPN Brazil)
Tottenham Hotspur are pushing towards a major deal for Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo. (Nicolo Schira)
Tottenham Hotspur have turned their attention to Crystal Palace right-back Daniel Muñoz as Roberto De Zerbi looks to strengthen his defensive options following Djed Spence’s departure. (Daily Mail)