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The Ashes: Australia vs England, fifth Test: Updates and reaction from series finale at Sydney Cricket Ground

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The Ashes: Australia vs England, fifth Test: Updates and reaction from series finale at Sydney Cricket Ground

'AC Milan considering Amorim-Ugarte reunion'

AC Milan are considering a move for Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte, according to The Mirror. 

Milan have appointed former United boss Ruben Amorim as their new head coach, who could look to make Ugarte his first signing since returning to management. 

United signed the Uruguay international from Paris Saint-Germain for 42m in 2024 but he has fallen out of favour at Old Trafford. 

Ugarte started just eight Premier League games last season, with current United boss Michael Carrick informing him that he was not part of his plans moving forward.

Leipzig want more than 86m for Liverpool target Diomande

RB Leipzig want significantly more than the 86m Liverpool have indicated they are prepared to pay for teenage winger Yan Diomande, according to Sky in Germany

Leipzig would like to keep the 19-year-old for another season and have plans to offer him a new contract with a pay rise. He is currently earning around 33,000 per week plus bonuses.

Liverpool are aware of the widespread interest in the Ivory Coast winger, who impressed in his nation's World Cup opener as they beat Ecuador 1-0. 

Paris Saint-Germain are among the most serious of Liverpool's competition for Diomande, but Sky in Germany reports that there has been no offer from the back-to-back European champions for the winger. 

Manchester City, Manchester United and Bayern Munich are the other clubs that have been closely monitoring Diomande's progress. 

The 86m fee Liverpool are ready to pay at this stage would dwarf the Premier League's record transfer for a teenager, surpassing the 58.9m Manchester United agreed to sign Leny Yoro from Lille for in the summer of 2024.

It has been a remarkable rise for Diomande, who was signed by Leipzig from Leganes last summer for 17.3m (20m). He had started just half a dozen games for the Spanish side. 

Two years ago the Ivorian was training at an athletic academy in Florida and now he finds himself as one of the most in-demand footballers in Europe.

'Arsenal set to make offer for prospect'

Arsenal are set to make an offer to sign Georgia U21 international Andria Bartishvili, according to the BBC.

The 17-year-old prospect is currently at FC Kolkheti until the end of 2026 and the Gunners are reportedly set to make a pre-contract offer for the attacking midfielder. 

Bartishvili is viewed as one of the brightest talents in Georgia with several clubs, including Juventus, also monitoring his situation. 

Papers: Liverpool interested in 86m deal

'De Zerbi wants Mateus Fernandes'

Tottenham are considering a move for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes, with head coach Roberto De Zerbi understood to be driving the interest, according to The Athletic.

Spurs also retain an interest in Newcastle's Sandro Tonali, although their pursuit of the midfielder is understood to be separate to their interest in Fernandes.

Manchester City are among the clubs also monitoring Tonali's situation, according to the report.

Wrexham join race for departing Newcastle recruitment chief Nickson

Latest from Your Site News' Mark McAdam:

Wrexham have joined the race for Newcastles departing head of recruitment, Steve Nickson. 

Nickson has informed Newcastle he will be leaving for a Championship club, and Your Site News understands he has a number of options on the table.

Tottenham announce signing of Van Hecke

 Tottenham have announced the signing of Netherlands international Jan Paul van Hecke from Brighton.

The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a long-term contract and becomes Roberto De Zerbi's latest addition ahead of the new season.

Van Hecke said: "It's a huge honour to become a Spurs player and when you join such a big club, it's a dream come true.

"I already have a really strong connection with the Head Coach, who I'm looking forward to working with again. Micky [van de Ven] has also told me some great things about the Club, so I can't wait to get started.

"I've been at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as an opposition player and now I'm looking forward to walking out there in front of our fans wearing the Spurs shirt. That will be a special moment."

'Liverpool step up persuit of 100m Diomande'

Liverpool are willing to put forward a package of 100m for RB Leipzig forward Yan Diomande, report The Athletic

The news comes as  for 34.5m - the first signing of the Andoni Iraola era. 

PSG are also interested in Diomande, but Liverpool are in a better position, having offered the Ivory Coast international better terms at present. 

Liverpool complete deal for Spain forward Munoz

 Liverpool have announced the signing of Spanish forward Victor Munoz from Osasuna, subject to a successful work permit application and international clearance.

The 22-year-old, who is currently representing Spain at the World Cup, has signed a long-term contract after completing a medical at the national team's training base in Tennessee.

Munoz arrives after scoring seven goals and providing five assists in 34 appearances for Osasuna last season.

Fagan-Walcott joins Hearts

Hearts have signed Malachi Fagan-Walcott from York City for an undisclosed fee.

The defender has signed a four-year contract with the Edinburgh side and becomes their fifth signing of the summer.

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