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We are approaching the end of the season as teams wrap up their campaigns and storylines ahead of the summer transfer window which will be filled with blockbuster deals.<\/p>\n

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Find out the biggest stories today on FootballTransfers.<\/p>\n

Carrick confirms Man Utd future as summer departure announced<\/h2>\n

Michael Carrick has confirmed that there will be \u2018clarity\u2019 over his Manchester United future in the coming days after bidding farewell to two players in the win over Nottingham Forest.<\/p>\n

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Wilshere warns Nwaneri of Arsenal future after admitting transfer interest<\/h2>\n

Jack Wilshere has warned Ethan Nwaneri that he will need a strong pre-season to secure his Arsenal future after a disappointing loan spell at Marseille.<\/p>\n

Alonso makes first transfer demand at Chelsea after eyeing \u20ac57m solution to long-term issue<\/h2>\n

Xabi Alonso has reportedly made his first transfer demand to Chelsea after being appointed their new manager, with his sights set on solving a major long-term problem.<\/p>\n

Celtic boosted as top transfer target confirms summer move<\/h2>\n

Celtic have been given a boost towards their summer transfer plans after one of their top targets confirmed he would be available for a move in the upcoming window.<\/p>\n

McTominay seals \u20ac50m transfer for Man Utd<\/h2>\n

Scott McTominay has helped net Manchester United a significant transfer fee this summer after scoring the goal that secured Champions League football for Napoli next season.<\/p>\n

Maresca reaches ‘agreement’ to replace Guardiola as Man City manager<\/h2>\n

Enzo Maresca has an \u2018agreement in principle\u2019 to become Manchester City\u2019s new manager if Pep Guardiola leaves this summer, according to a new report.<\/p>\n

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Arsenal suffer fresh Bayern Munich blow in Anthony Gordon pursuit<\/h2>\n

Arsenal have been dealt a blow in their reported pursuit of Anthony Gordon after being told Bayern Munich are not considering alternative targets to the Newcastle United forward, according to reports in Germany.<\/p>\n

Liverpool make Bradley Barcola transfer decision after learning PSG stance<\/h2>\n

Liverpool are pressing ahead with plans to sign Bradley Barcola after learning Paris Saint-Germain are prepared to sanction the move if the winger asks to leave the club, according to reports in France.<\/p>\n

Barcelona dealt blow as Alessandro Bastoni issues fresh transfer update<\/h2>\n

Alessandro Bastoni is prepared to stay at Inter Milan this summer in a fresh blow to Barcelona\u2019s transfer plans, according to reports in Italy.<\/p>\n

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Rodri delivers Real Madrid transfer update – ‘I’m going to be honest…’<\/h2>\n

Rodri insists he is fully focused on helping Manchester City pip Arsenal to the Premier League title and not speculation linking him with a move to Real Madrid.<\/p>\n

Arsenal receive Julian Alvarez boost as Barcelona make transfer decision<\/h2>\n

Arsenal have been handed a boost in their reported pursuit of Julian Alvarez after being told Barcelona\u2019s interest in signing the Atletico Madrid striker has cooled, according to reports in Spain.<\/p>\n

Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso tells Barcelona his \u20ac100m Joao Pedro plan<\/h2>\n

Barcelona have suffered a blow in their pursuit of Joao Pedro after being told the striker will remain at Chelsea if new manager Xabi Alonso wants to keep him, according to reports in Spain.<\/p>\n

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Booed at the Bernabeu and sniping at Arbeloa: What comes next for Kylian Mbappe?<\/b><\/p>\n

Transfer Rumours: Man Utd and Chelsea set to battle to sign breakout La Liga forward<\/b><\/p>\n

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