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The summer transfer window has been blown open by the sensational news that Lionel Messi is leaving Barcelona - and the GOAT is set to join PSG.
Barca confirmed on Thursday evening that LaLiga regulations make a new contract for Messi financially impossible... though it could well be argued that the Catalan giants have made this mess themselves. Regardless, Messi is set to join Neymar and Kylian Mbappe in a dream-team attack at PSG.
Speaking of forwards, we understand that Romelu Lukaku is set to return to Chelsea in a deal worth around £97million. The Belgium star will complete his move from Inter Milan once he undergoes a medical and signs personal terms, with the former Chelsea academy player having his heart set on a move back to Stamford Bridge.
England captain Kane has also denied refusing to train at Spurs and says he will return to the club this weekend “as planned”, while Tottenham have clinched the £47m signing of Cristian Romero.
Manchester United have made two key early deals: Jadon Sancho has arrived from Borussia Dortmund for £73million, while Raphael Varane just needs to complete his medical after flying into Manchester. Paul Pogba could be on the move, but the availability of Messi could end PSG’s interest.
Arsenal have made one big move in £50m Ben White, and want another in Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez. Hector Bellerin could be used as a makeweight. Sticking with the Gunners, Lyon’s Bruno Guimaraes is being touted as an alternative to Manuel Locatelli, while Martin Odegaard could make a return.
