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 Man United reach agreement over personal termsMateus Fernandes: Man United reach agreement over personal terms

Manchester United are closing in on their second signing of the summer. 

United have already reached a total agreement with Atalanta for the services of Ederson. In a recent interview, the Brazil midfielder insisted: “It’s almost all done, but now I’m here and I have to enjoy this moment to the fullest.”

INEOS are aiming to add at least two more midfielders to Michael Carrick’s side. A report suggests a breakthrough has been made in the search for a second midfielder.

Manchester United close in on Mateus Fernandes

Manchester United have been chasing West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes for some time now, establishing themselves as his preferred destination despite interest from Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain, and Real Madrid.

Tottenham Hotspur entered the picture this week. On Saturday, it emerged that they are nearing an agreement with the Portuguese midfielder’s camp.

However, Football Insider now claims United have agreed personal terms with Fernandes and are “making progress towards a full transfer agreement.”

West Ham are thought to be holding out for over £80 million for the midfielder, with United “hoping to conclude a deal worth £65m plus add ons.”

Furthermore, the report states: “The 20-times Premier League champions will hope that the offer of Champions League football will allow them to beat Tottenham to the signing of Fernandes, but transfer chiefs do not want to be drawn into a bidding war.”

Why Manchester United want Mateus Fernandes

It is understood Ederson, who will move to Old Trafford in a £35m deal, is viewed as a bolstering option for the squad. However, Fernandes will be expected to gain a starting role in the Premier League should he leave east London for Manchester.

Signed from Southampton last year, the Portuguese youngster enjoyed a promising season with West Ham, despite failing to avoid the relegation for the Hammers.

Fernandes has the athleticism and technical ability to make his presence felt in all phases of the game. After impressing as an attacking midfielder at Southampton, the former Sporting CP gem earned plaudits for his performances as a hybrid option between a No 6 and a No 8.

Mateus Fernandes Premier League stats: 2025/26 Season

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The West Ham star is a solid ball-winner, who likes to progress the play through powerful ball-carrying and incisive passing.

“He’s got an unbelievably excellent attitude towards becoming better. So he can only use this as being better,” Simon Rusk, who worked with Fernandes at Southampton, told Sky Sports.

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��️ Spain, all or nothing in front pages full of World Cup flavour🗞️ Spain, all or nothing in front pages full of World Cup flavour

Sunday’s sports press wakes up dominated by the all-or-nothing tension surrounding the Spanish national team and the assessment of a thrilling European matchday that has left some severe scorelines.

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Under forceful headlines such as MARCA’s «Win or win», the Spanish newspapers agree on La Roja’s extreme urgency after the opening stumble.

AS appeals to young talent with a resounding «Make magic» aimed at Lamine Yamal, who is shaping up to be the key piece in Luis de la Fuente’s starting setup to get qualification back on track.

Lamine Yamal also takes center stage on the front pages of Barcelona’s sports newspapers. Mundo Deportivo puts the spotlight on him as the player capable of sparking Spain’s response. Meanwhile, Sport gives him the main photo on its front page.

The pressure is immense to banish the ghosts and avoid leaving qualification to the group’s final last-chance moment.

German strength and Swedish collapse

Beyond Spain, Saturday’s action produced major headlines across the continent. In Germany, newspaper Bild celebrates the national team’s epic comeback against Ivory Coast (2-1), hailing Deniz Undav as the match’s great savior.

The other side of the coin is Sweden’s; newspaper Sportbladet leads with a devastating «FIASKO» in giant letters after a historic and crushing 5-1 defeat to a rampant Netherlands side, marking their heaviest World Cup loss since 1950.

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TORONTO, ONTARIO - JUNE 20: Deniz Undav #26 of Germany celebrates with teammates Jonathan Tah #4 and Antonio Ruediger #2 of Germany after scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Germany’s 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast was gritty and gutty to say the least. Afterward, Bayern Munich star Jonathan Tah lauded his squad for its resilience.

“This was a win of the mentality, of the team spirit. We never gave up. We kept going and knew they would get tired. The guys who came off the bench brought tremendous energy. Deniz has shown once again how important he is when he comes on. We knew it would be a tough game because Côte D’Ivoire can play at a very high level. We have to keep going,” said Tah (as captured by @iMiaSanMia)

Tah is correct that it was a victory that was driven by things like fight, heart, and mentality. However, it was also powered by those two goals that Deniz Undav scored after coming into the game as a sub.

Would Germany be in a better position to not have to rely on its mindset if its most productive players just played more?

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 Arsenal’s stance on pursuit of United targetCrysencio Summerville: Arsenal’s stance on pursuit of United target

Manchester United remain hot on the heels of West Ham United forward Crysencio Summerville, but Arsenal could be plotting to hijack the move. The Red Devils may have invested heavily in the frontline last summer, but they remain light in their attacking department at the moment.

Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko arrived at Old Trafford last summer and are all first-team regulars under Michael Carrick. However, the English giants oversaw a mass exodus from the squad in 2025 and now lack adequate depth in attack.

Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Rasmus Hojlund have all left United, while Marcus Rashford is unlikely to be reintegrated into the squad. With Carrick expected to compete on four fronts next season, INEOS are now keen to add more options to the frontline.

The Red Devils have preferred to target Premier League-proven wingers of late, and a recent report relayed by The Peoples Person has named Summerville as an option.

United already hot on Summerville’s heels

Summerville established himself as one of the Premier League’s premier wingers last season. The Dutchman is a technical winger blessed with blistering pace, and is a big threat in one-on-one situations due to his elite dribbling ability.

Summerville’s work ethic, relentless pressing and tendency to cut inside from the left flank also make him an attractive proposition for his suitors. Last season, the 24 year old registered seven goals and five assists in 34 games across all competitions.

Crysencio Summerville Stats: 2025/26 Season

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Summerville could not save West Ham from relegation last season, and the situation has added to speculation regarding his future. A previous report notes that United are plotting a double raid on the Hammers this summer, with Mateus Fernandes also on their radar, though they face competition from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the race.

Summerville has already scored two goals and registered one assist in two games at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, further endearing him to the Old Trafford hierarchy. However, it now appears that they will also face stiff competition from the Premier League for the Dutch forward.

Arsenal enter race for Summerville

Foot Mercato confirms PSG’s interest in Summerville but adds that Arsenal have entered the race to sign the player this summer. The report states: “According to our sources, the capital club (PSG) now faces stiff competition from the Premier League: Aston Villa, Tottenham and Arsenal have officially joined the fray.”

“Manchester United are also very interested in the player. Faced with this logjam of English heavyweights with colossal resources, the financial deal looks set to be a major undertaking.”

The report insists that Summerville’s impressive showing at the World Cup is likely to increase his price tag, adding: “Even before the World Cup began, West Ham were already demanding the tidy sum of 50 million euros to release their player. This base price has automatically risen following his sensational goal against the Japanese national team.”

The report points out that Serie A clubs have already left the race owing to the Dutchman’s steep asking price, concluding: “Whilst AS Roma and AC Milan had shown great interest in the Dutchman’s explosive style of play, the fee demanded by the London club is set to dampen Italian enthusiasm.”

“The deal already seems out of reach for Serie A clubs. PSG therefore know where they stand: to secure the new Dutch sensation, they will have to get their chequebook out and prove themselves more convincing than the British giants, who are already very keen.”

Final Thoughts

Summerville matches the age profile of players recently targeted by INEOS, while his Premier League pedigree also makes him an enticing choice. However, United could also be tempted to target a touchline-hugging left-winger like Bazoumana Toure instead of the Dutchman.

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Arsenal and France defender Saliba admits he is playing through pain at World CupArsenal and France defender Saliba admits he is playing through pain at World Cup

France and Arsenal defender William Saliba admits he is playing while not at full fitness at this World Cup.

The Gunners star helped his national side to a 3-1 win over Senegal in their opening game of the tournament, and looks set to start again when they face Iraq on Monday with the chance to book their place in the knockouts.

But Saliba revealed he is playing through the pain for his country to aid their attempt to win another World Cup, as he has been doing for a while for his club.

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“I’ve had some minor niggles for several months,” he explained.

“I’ve been gritting my teeth because there was the Champions League and the Premier League. But the coaching staff are handling it very well.

“The World Cup comes round only once every four years, so you’ve got to grit your teeth.

“I’m not at 100 percent, but there are plenty of players who aren’t at 100 percent either, you can’t make excuses.”

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AC Milan target PSG star as Ruben Amorim takes overAC Milan target PSG star as Ruben Amorim takes over

AC Milan are making Goncalo Ramos a top target for this summer as they look for a new number 9 to take them into the Ruben Amorim era.

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There are a few different transfer rumours going around right now about players PSG might sell this summer.

The focus is on Bradley Barcola, linked to Arsenal, and Kang-in Lee, who seems pretty close to a move to Atletico Madrid. But there’s a long summer ahead, and we’re bound to see more links coming.

Today we’ve  seen some chatter about Goncalo Ramos and a potential move to AC Milan raised by Football Italia.

Milan will have to work hard to land popular Ramos

Ramos does a great job as a super-sub as PSG, but the fact that he’s never going to be first choice leading the line means there are always questions about him going.

Corriere dello Sport say that incoming Milan coach Ruben Amorim wants to recruit his countryman Ramos to come and be his star striker in Serie A. It will be a tempting move for Ramos, but staying in Paris and winning trophies every year is pretty tempting too.

The Italian giants would also likely have to sell Santiago Gimenez to make a deal happen. Right now, it feels unlikely.

In other news…

Kang-in Lee is closer than ever to leaving PSG, with some reports claiming he’s already agreed personal terms with Atletico Madrid.

Fabrizio Romano’s update on a recently relegated PSG target is a very interesting one for most PSG fans.

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Havertz Has Goal Ruled Out As Germany Seal Late World Cup Win Over Ivory CoastHavertz Has Goal Ruled Out As Germany Seal Late World Cup Win Over Ivory Coast

Kai Havertz and Germany are through to the World Cup knockout stages after a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Ivory Coast in Group E.

The Arsenal forward started for Julian Nagelsmann’s side after scoring twice in Germany’s opening win over Curacao, but this time it was substitute Deniz Undav who stole the headlines with a decisive brace, including a 94th-minute winner.

Havertz Denied As Germany Struggle Early On

Germany had the first major chance of the game after 10 minutes when Havertz saw a header saved by Ivory Coast goalkeeper Yahia Fofana.

The European side also had the ball in the net twice before half-time, but both efforts were ruled out.

Aleksandar Pavlovic saw one disallowed after being penalised for a foul on the goalkeeper, before Havertz was denied a goal of his own in the 39th minute when Jamal Musiala was adjudged to have committed a foul in the build-up.

Ivory Coast had been the better side for much of the first half and deservedly took the lead on the half-hour mark. Yan Diomande produced a dangerous low cross after a burst of pace, allowing captain Franck Kessie to finish and put the African nation in front.

At that stage, Germany looked in danger of suffering a surprise defeat.

Undav Comes Off The Bench To Rescue Germany

Nagelsmann responded on the hour mark by making a triple change, and it proved decisive.

Undav, introduced from the bench, levelled the match in the 68th minute when he volleyed home Nadiem Amiri’s excellent centre.

Just when the game appeared to be heading for a draw, the former Brighton striker struck again deep into stoppage time. Felix Nmecha picked out Undav, who finished clinically in the 94th minute to spark wild celebrations among the Germany players.

The victory sends Germany into the knockout stages with a game to spare, joining the USA and Mexico among the nations already qualified.

For Havertz, it was a quieter evening than his two-goal display in the opener, although he can feel unfortunate after seeing his first-half effort ruled out.

Germany’s final group game will now give Nagelsmann the chance to manage minutes, something Arsenal supporters may welcome if Havertz is given a rest before the knockout rounds begin.

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Cote d'Ivoire coach Emerse Faé hits out at Germany's Cote d'Ivoire coach Emerse Faé hits out at Germany's "lack of fair play" after defeat

Côte d'Ivoire coach Emerse Faé believed Germany showed a "lack of fair play" during Saturday's World Cup clash in Toronto, which saw his team lose 1-2.

After Côte d'Ivoire defender Wilfried Singo put the ball out because he was injured, Nathaniel Brown decided to launch a German attack from the throw-in rather than returning the ball to the opposition.

Speaking to reporters after the game (via ESPN), Faé said he was disappointed with the German left-back.

“I told him [Brown] to stay humble. He had a great game, and he doesn't need to talk badly to us because he is losing or at 1-1 because he wants to win,” Faé said.

“We would have liked more fair play from Germany. We would have liked them to give us the ball back when Singo got injured. They are a great football nation, and we take example from them, so I was disappointed by their lack of fair play.”

Faé's team went 1-0 up in the first half but ultimately ended up empty-handed after a hard-fought game.

“Both teams deserved to win and had the chances to win the game. Well done to Germany. They won the game because of their experience. We had a great game, and I am really proud of how my players play against one of the favourites of the competition. We have to use this defeat for the rest of the tournament,” he said.

"We could have scored a second goal at 1-1, but we missed our chance. But they scored theirs. [Deniz] Undav was so calm when he took his chance. That's experience. We will use this to continue to grow and correct the little mistakes that we make. We still have our destiny between our feet, and we could qualify without having to rely on other results."

Sitting second in Group E with three points, Cote d'Ivoire take on Curacao in their final group-stage game.

Jurgen Klopp brutally takes down ex-Spurs midfielder after stinging criticism of Liverpool starJurgen Klopp brutally takes down ex-Spurs midfielder after stinging criticism of Liverpool star

Jurgen Klopp launched a scathing broadside at pundit and ex-Netherlands international Rafael van der Vaart after the latter’s damning criticism of Virgil van Dijk in recent days.

The former Tottenham Hotspur playmaker was unimpressed with the Liverpool captain in the Oranje’s 2-2 draw against Japan last weekend, saying on NOS (via GOAL) that the 34-year-old turns ‘like a Boeing 747’ in a withering assessment of his pace.

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The Reds centre-back started once more on Saturday as Ronald Koeman’s side made light work of Sweden in a 5-1 thrashing, albeit one which featured a slight injury scare for our inspirational number 4.

Klopp hits back at Van der Vaart over Van Dijk criticism

Speaking as a pundit for German TV on that game, Klopp fired back at Van der Vaart over his comments about Van Dijk a few days ago.

The former Liverpool manager said (via Daily Mail): “I don’t know if it’s worth naming Rafael van der Vaart at all, but if he ever says something positive about a player, I’m willing to take him seriously again.

“You have the feeling that he sees something, which then has to be expressed in a flowery way and then he goes against it, but it’s not that important.”

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Van der Vaart has been quite outspoken in his punditry

Van der Vaart has been rather outspoken during this World Cup, finding himself at the centre of racism allegations after saying that the Japan players ‘all look alike‘ (a remark for which he subsequently apologised) and accusing Klopp of ‘suffocating’ Cody Gakpo’s talent at Liverpool and ‘treating him like a utility knife instead of the scalpel he is’ (via @Vfynn_ on X).

Van Dijk wasn’t perfect against Sweden on Saturday – his positioning was questionable on a couple of occasions and he was nutmegged by Alexander Isak at one point – but there were plenty of positives to his performance too, as evidenced by figures from Sofascore.

Klopp was clearly incensed by the Dutch pundit’s criticism of the Reds captain, who he managed at Anfield for six-and-a-half years, and felt compelled to hit back at the 43-year-old in public, and we suspect the tit-for-tat mightn’t finish there.

Not that the Netherlands skipper will be paying much attention as he and his teammates focus on the task of finishing Group F with a win over already eliminated Tunisia and maintaining momentum into the knockout rounds of the World Cup.

Van Dijk can’t control what the likes of Van der Vaart say about him, but he can influence proccedings on the pitch, and a player of his experience and temperament will gently allow the storm to rage on thousands of miles away from the Oranje’s base camp in North America.

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