Live Transfer Market News and Rumors — July 10, 2023

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The transfer window heats up as clubs prepare for a new season

The clubs are elevating their planning for the upcoming campaign, knuckling down to sign, offload, and sharpen their squads ahead of the official kickoff. Fans in North America and across Canada will notice the tempo pick up as rumours become moves and every club weighs its best path to success.

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Rochina departs Granada

Rochina is leaving Granada. The club announced that after two seasons together, the Valencian midfielder will part ways with the Nasrid side. Rochina originally rejoined Granada in 2021, returning after a prior stint that spanned several seasons. He appeared in 77 matches and scored 9 goals across his two spells. Granada thanked him for his effort and wished him well as he moves forward, especially following promotion to the top flight.

Balenziaga joins Deportivo

Deportivo La Coruña confirmed the signing of Mikel Balenziaga, a defender released after terminating his contract with Athletic Bilbao, where he spent over a decade. With Orest Lebedenko leaving, the Basque veteran strengthens the blue and white left-back position for the coming season.

Betis seals Collado on a free

The 24-year-old winger arrives on a free transfer from Barcelona, leaving with a freedom letter. Barcelona retains a 30 percent stake in any future sale. Collado inks a four-year deal with an option, joining the Verdiblancos for the long term.

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Bongonda makes the move to Spartak Moscow

The Congolese winger is in Russia to finalize the switch to Spartak. The transfer total stands at seven million euros, with potential to rise to ten depending on various conditions.

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Leon Goretzka on the market

Several observers note that Bayern Munich could entertain offers for Leon Goretzka, a central figure whose spot under new coach Tuchel is under review. While internal talks may center on a reasonable fee, no firm bid has yet materialized, and the contract runs through 2026.

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Signe Brunn strengthens Real Madrid women

Real Madrid’s women’s team continues to build ahead of their first major trophy bid. Danish striker Signe Bruun arrives from Olympique Lyon, bringing European experience after triumphs on the continent. The move signals Madrid’s intent to challenge for silverware in the near future.

Juve checks Barça about Abde

Juventus is exploring a potential deal for winger Abde from Barcelona, who spent last season on loan at Osasuna. Market chatter suggests a fee around 15 million euros could be discussed, as Barcelona looks to balance squad depth with financial flexibility.

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Milinkovic-Savic mull over Al Hilal offer

Lazio’s Sergei Milinkovic-Savic has a reported 20 million euro offer on the table from Al Hilal. Lazio reportedly seeks a substantial fee closer to 40 million euros if a transfer is to proceed, according to Italian media chatter.

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Atlético price tag on Renan Lodi

Atlético Madrid is actively reshaping its squad for the next season. The club is considering offers around 20 million euros for Renan Lodi, who spent last season on loan at Nottingham Forest. Discussions hint at a financial balance that would allow Diego Simeone to bring in fresh faces while clearing space on the wage bill.

Marcelino’s Marseille has shown interest, though the French club reportedly offered around 10 million euros, a figure Atlético Madrid is not prepared to accept at this stage.

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A long-term deal for Héctor Bellerín?

Héctor Bellerín is linked with a potential return to Real Betis as his Sporting de Portugal contract winds down. Reports suggest Betis has floated a multi-year proposal to bring him back to Villamarín, a ground he previously helped conquer with a Copa del Rey triumph.

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Pulisic on the move to Milan

Christian Pulisic is another upcoming departure from Mauricio Pochettino’s Chelsea setup, with AC Milan reportedly weighing a transfer fee around 22 million euros for a player who struggled for regular minutes last season.

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Tottenham refuses Kane’s exit price

Harry Kane remains a magnet for suitors, with Bayern Munich reportedly offering 80 million pounds. Tottenham Hotspur has not sanctioned a deal, keeping Kane in north London for the time being.

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Solomon’s Tottenham chapter seen as completion

Tottenham’s Israeli forward Manor Solomon appears set to formalize his move to Spurs. He arrives from Shakhtar Donetsk on a free transfer after spending last season on loan at Fulham.

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Jerry Mina ready for a new start

Colombian center-back Yerry Mina finds himself without a club after parting ways with Everton. Mina indicated he is actively pursuing opportunities and preparing to compete wherever he lands next.

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Lukaku–Vlahovic trade talks

Juventus is seeking a striker who can rekindle their competitive edge and has proposed a swap deal involving Romelu Lukaku and Dusan Vlahovic. The aim is to deter Lukaku’s return to Inter Milan while injecting a new dynamic into the squad.

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Dybala remains in Rome

Paulo Dybala has dismissed rumors about a move away from Roma, reaffirming his commitment to Jose Mourinho’s side. Earlier chatter tied him to Chelsea, but the Argentine has clarified his future intentions.

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Rafa Mir linked with Valencia

Valencia is exploring a striking option for the next campaign, eyeing Rafa Mir from Sevilla. Sevilla would consider a rental arrangement, with Ajax also reported as a potential bidder.

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Leonardo predicts Mbappé’s Paris era is ending

Former PSG director Leonardo publicly stated that Mbappé should move on for PSG’s benefit. He argued the club survived without the star and could again excel after his departure.

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Official: Adopo moving to Atalanta

Good morning, football fans!

The latest on the transfer market, July 10, 2023, reveals a landscape where La Liga’s season has closed and clubs are outlining how they plan to bolster their squads for the summer run-in.

Note: This summary reflects contemporaneous reporting and transfer chatter from multiple outlets, collated to give a broad view of the market as clubs reposition for the new campaign. It is not a guarantee of completed deals and is subject to change as negotiations progress.

— A comprehensive recap of the day’s rumors and moves, without commitment to any particular outcome, presented for fans and readers in North America.

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