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Stuart Armstrong left Southampton in the summer, and he has made a brief appearance in a friendly with Brentford as they weigh up a free transfer.

Marseille want Eddie Nketiah from Arsenal, according to reports, as they look to add to their forward line.

Manchester United will only let Antony leave on loan if the bidding clubs pays all of the winger's wages.

The Brazilian has failed to impress over the last couple of years, and with Jadon Sancho mending his relationship with Erik ten Hag, there seems little chance of a way back to the first team in the short term.

The young Brazilian is going back to Strasbourg in France, for another loan spell.

Manchester United defeated Rangers 2-0 as they continued their pre-season preparations.

Amad Diallo and Joe Hugill were on target for the Reds, and speaking after the win, Erik ten Hag praised the Ivorian.

He said: “We have to see Amad in a different way, he is not inexperienced anymore. I trust him”.

Paris Saint-Germain are believed to be willing to sell Manuel Ugarte in part because they want to make room for Joao Neves.

Fabrizio Romano reports quotes from Benfica, saying there is an offer on the table now.

French Olympic football boss Thierry Henry has decided he does not need Lesley Ugochukwu for the coming tournament, so he is coming back to his club.

The Athletic reports that Everton feel comfortable enough to keep firm over their valuation of Jarrad Branthwaite, amid the Friedkin Group's takeover collapse.

Manchester United have identified Martin Zubimendi as another option to bolster their midfield this summer, reports the Manchester Evening News.

United are currently focused on signing Manuel Ugarte, but have also expressed an interest in the Real Sociedad midfielder.

Martin Branthwaite's proposed move to Olympiacos is on hold after a breakdown in talks over personal terms.

That's courtesy of Fabrizio Romano.

Jadon Sancho has started a game for Manchester United in almost 11 months, as The Red Devils face Rangers in a pre-season friendly at Murrayfield. Leny Yoro also makes his debut for the club.

That's courtesy of the Daily Mail's Chris Wheeler.

More on Romelu Lukaku's proposed move to Napoli, courtesy of Florian Plettenberg.

He reports that the Serie A side have now reached a verbal agreement with the Belgium international.

However, there is not agreement in place as of yet between the two clubs.

Liverpool have made €30million (£25million) bid for Galatasaray forward Baris Alper Yilmaz, according to the Liverpool Echo via Turkish outlet Ajanspor.

The 24-year-old is able to play on either wing or as a centre-forward, and would fit well into Liverpool's style of attacking play.

However, it is unknown whether their bid for Yilmaz has been successful or not.

Everton insist their hardline stance on Jarrad Branthwaite has not changed, despite Friedkin Group's failed takeover of the club.

The Athletic's David Ornstein reports that The Toffees have reaffirmed their stance to Manchester United, who have had two bids rejected for the 22-year-old.

United are still aiming to sign one more centre-back this summer after Leny Yoro's arrival from Lille, with Bayern Munich's Matthijs de Ligt also featuring highly on their list of options.

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe is hoping for more business this summer.

These quotes come courtesy of Sky Sports reporter Keith Downie.

The Magpies confirmed the signing of Serbian defender Miodrag Pivas earlier today.

Liam Rosenior looks set for a return to management with Strasbourg.

Ben Jacobs reports that the former Hull City head coach is in talks with the Ligue 1 side to replace Patrick Vieira.

It would be the 40-year-old's first top-flight coaching role.

Matias Soule's preference is a move to Roma this summer, as reported by Nicolo Schira.

The 21-year-old is aware of Leicester City's interest, but the Juventus winger wants to go to the Italian capital.

Mason Mount will not be leaving Manchester United this summer, reports Fabrizio Romano.

Mount is determined to consign a frustrating first season at Old Trafford to the past and make an impact for Erik ten Hag's side.

Randal Kolo Muani wants to remain at Paris Saint-Germain this summer, despite speculation linking the 25-year-old with a move away from the Parc des Princes.

Florian Plettenberg reports that president Nasser Al-Khelaifi also wants the forward to stay at the club.