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Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Chelsea greenlit a high-profile transfer to a direct rival.<\/p>\n

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Plus, Arsenal took a major step forward in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers and a surprising Man Utd U-turn was confirmed. There’s plenty to cover, so let’s jump right in.<\/p>\n

Exclusive: Arsenal close to Rogers breakthrough <\/h2>\n
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FootballTransfers understands that Arsenal are on the verge of agreeing personal terms with Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers.<\/p>\n

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Santos deal agreed <\/h2>\n
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Man Utd have reached an agreement with Chelsea for the transfer of Andrey Santos.<\/p>\n

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Rashford U-turn <\/h2>\n
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Man Utd are ready to welcome Marcus Rashford back with open arms.<\/p>\n

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Guimaraes wants Arsenal <\/h2>\n
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Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has informed the club that he wants to join Arsenal this summer.<\/p>\n

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Bizarre Chelsea battle <\/h2>\n
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Como have made an unusual decision in their pursuit of Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.<\/p>\n

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Henry to return? <\/h2>\n
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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry is being linked with an exciting return to the football industry.<\/p>\n

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Derry’s surprising move <\/h2>\n
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Chelsea wonderkid Jesse Derry is set for a surprising loan move.<\/p>\n

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Endrick under fire <\/h2>\n
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Real Madrid youngster Endrick has faced harsh criticism from a Brazilian legend for his World Cup performances.<\/p>\n

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Celtic’s first signing <\/h2>\n
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Celtic’s first summer signing has been confirmed by Martin O’Neill.<\/p>\n

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Messi’s new teammate? <\/h2>\n
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Inter Miami could soon partner Lionel Messi with one of the biggest breakout stars of the World Cup.<\/p>\n

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Related stories:<\/h2>\n

Build The FIFA World Cup 2026\u2122: LEGO\u00a9 releases stunning football-inspired collection<\/b><\/p>\n

Arsenal Transfer News Today: Rogers nears five-year agreement as \u20ac20m move close<\/b><\/p>\n

Chelsea Transfer News Today: Fernandez speaks out over future as unusual deal takes shape<\/b><\/p>\n

Man Utd Transfer News Today: Aurelien Tchouameni offer accepted as hijack confirmed<\/b><\/p>\n

Transfer Rumours: Man Utd ‘lead the charge’ as Barcelona lose their new Yamal<\/b><\/p>\n

Premier League summer transfers 2026: All the Done Deals<\/b><\/p>\n

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