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Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign 17-year-old centre back Alfie Osborn from Hearts. The Scotland U19 international completed his medical and signed a long-term contract, choosing Chelsea ahead of offers from other European clubs.
Austrian club Sturm Graz have submitted a loan offer with a buy option to Napoli for 23-year-old defender Nosa Edward Obaretin.
Colombian defender Jhon Lucumí has been pictured as a new Juventus player after completing a transfer from Bologna for a package exceeding €20 million. He was seen with his agent Simone Rondanini.
Southampton are among clubs interested in defender Anel Ahmedhodžić, who could leave his current club this summer. The Saints have made initial contact, with more clubs also keen.
Juventus have reached a verbal agreement with Bologna for defender Jhon Lucumì. The deal is set at €20m plus add-ons, with formal steps expected within 24-48 hours and a medical scheduled for the weekend.
Nahuel Molina is set to sign a four-year contract with AS Roma early next week after medical tests. He will arrive in Rome tomorrow following Atletico Madrid's approval to travel.
Bayer Leverkusen have reached a verbal agreement to sign defender Facundo Medina for €23m plus €2m in fees. The transfer is expected to be completed once all documents are approved.
Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly and Newcastle's Lewis Hall as they seek defensive reinforcements. Arsenal are reluctant to sell, but a change could occur if ambitious transfer plans materialize.
Franco Baresi, the legendary Italian defender, secured three World Cup podium finishes with Italy, including a runner-up spot in 1994. His career highlights and defensive mastery are remembered as one of football's finest.
Roberto De Zerbi considers Destiny Udogie a key player for Tottenham Hotspur's long-term project, ruling out any chance of a summer exit.
Stefan de Vrij has agreed to join Panathinaikos. The defender will fly to Athens on Monday for a medical after his agent coordinated the deal. Contract until June 2027 with an option for an additional year.
Bristol City are pursuing Ipswich Town right-back Harry Clarke as new manager Michael Skubala reshapes the squad. The move comes amid uncertainty over Ross McCrorie's future, with the Scotland international entering the final year of his contract.
Kylian Mbappé praised Ibrahima Konaté as a very aggressive defender in the best sense, saying he never makes a bad move and wants opponents to feel they'll have a rough night. Mbappé added he loves having defenders like Konaté on his team.
Sevilla are nearing a deal to sign Le Havre defender Arouna Sangante on a five-year contract, according to sources. The 22-year-old has impressed in Ligue 2 and is seen as a long-term investment for the Spanish club.
Tottenham Hotspur have submitted a bid for Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke, but the offer was rejected as it fell below the Seagulls' valuation. Talks continue as Spurs look to strike a deal for the 25-year-old Dutch international.
Real Madrid are seeking a defender capable of playing both centre-back and left-back. The club has made contact with Riccardo Calafiori, while Joško Gvardiol is also admired but seen as a difficult transfer target.
