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brighton Over the past few months I have watched Igor Julio move closer and closer to a potential exit, with Brazil’s interest in the defender continuing to grow.

what started it exploratory contact And social media prompts Now it has developed into formal negotiations.

Cruzeiro have kept an eye on the centre-back since the last transfer window, with Igor Julio publicly admitting that contact had taken place, and reports in Brazil repeatedly suggesting was a player open for homecoming Despite preferring to live in Europe.

Now the situation has reached the second stage.

Brighton has not responded yet

According to Brazilian outlet globo esporteCruzeiro is currently awaiting an official response from Brighton after submitting their first formal offer for the defender.

The offer comes in at less than Brighton’s asking price of around £5.1m (€6m) we covered earlier. People involved in the talks reportedly expect the Seagulls to reject that opening bid.

However, Cruzeiro has already made room for a second offering and believes the gap is small enough to be overcome.

Still, talks continue and optimism remains. But the story from Brazil is clear that this first bid was more about formally opening the process than completing the transfer immediately.

The club has already opened the exit door

One of the most important details in the latest reporting concerns Brighton’s own situation behind the scenes.

According to Globo Esporte, Cruzeiro were informed during initial contacts that Igor Julio had permission to search for a new club. This strongly suggests that Brighton are already preparing for the defender’s departure this summer.

Timing may also explain part of the delay. Even though Igor Julio has barely featured recently, Brighton are still fighting for European qualification in the Premier League.

Fabian Herzeler’s side are currently seventh, enough to clinch a Conference League spot, while Bournemouth are just two points off a Europa League place.

Because of this, Brighton may prefer to wait until the league season is over before giving a definitive answer.

Cruzeiro prepares for next move

Cruzeiro’s interest has clearly moved beyond the exploratory stage.

If the deal goes ahead, Igor Julio is expected to sign a contract running until 2030. Artur Jorge sees the defender as one of the club’s priority targets for the second half of the year as Cruzeiro continues to search for defensive reinforcements.

The 28-year-old player endured a disappointing season in England. He played only four matches during his loan spell at West Ham United before returning to Brighton earlier this year, where he has added only one more full appearance.

The focus now turns to Brighton’s expected response – and whether Cruzeiro’s potential second bid will ultimately lead to the deal being completed.

marco silva ready to go fulham this summer but has already been rejected nottingham forest Approach.

There is a report that the Fulham coach The Benfica forward is now being targeted as a replacement for Jose Mourinho, who is heading back to Real Madrid.

A said: Fulham’s magic will soon end

The Portuguese newspaper report that Marco Silva is ‘receptive’ to the idea of ​​joining Benfica this summer.

The Portuguese club are now ready to make a move for the Fulham coach after Jose Mourinho confirmed his departure from the club. At the moment the ‘prevailing belief’ at Benfica is that the ‘Special One’ will return to Real Madrid.

This led to the Eagles immediately planning to replace him. The hope is that everything will be done next week.

The Fulham manager is the man who has been targeted to replace Mourinho should he depart. The first ‘intensive contact’ has already taken place with Silva about the position. He is said to have responded ‘very positively’ to this interest.

In fact, all indicators suggest that Silva is very interested in this work and it will be possible to reach an agreement soon.

While the Fulham coach is not giving any public hints about his future, his decision has already been made. Fulham’s renewal proposal will be rejected. He will leave Craven Cottage this summer.

To be clear, the newspaper says: ‘It is public information that he has a renewal offer from Fulham, which, one knows, he will not accept. Therefore, he will be separated from the Londoners, whom he has been coaching since 2021.

nottingham forest rejection

He would also reject any approach from Nottingham Forest. While the English press are reporting that Evangelos Marinakis wants to reunite with Silva after their time together at Olympiacos, Silva has no interest in the job. He would turn down Nottingham Forest if an offer was made.

Benfica cannot make any announcement regarding a move at this time. But talks with Silva regarding his contract and team restructuring may continue.

Benfica president Rui Costa wants to resolve the matter as soon as possible so they can prepare in advance for next season. He is using the presence of Mario Branco, who worked with Silva at Estoril, to his advantage. Benfica and Silva value this relationship highly.

For now the plan is to concentrate on the game against Estoril. After that there will be talk of the future of Mourinho and then the appointment of Silva. But all signs point to the latter leaving Fulham, rejecting Nottingham Forest and moving back to Portugal this summer.

celtic Frosinone were set to sign Fares Ghedjemis in January. Neither move ever worked but the player has no regrets about his decision.

sports witness Covered how the Hoops were initially surprised about the offer. This was largely in line with the winger’s valuation, but the player rejected the move, as he was keen to stay.

Frosinone has confirmed its return to Serie A. This is no small part of Gedzemis’ important contribution, as he has scored 15 times in Serie B. In 2026 alone, he has scored nine times, and provided two assists.

The player has now opened up about what happened when Celtic came for him.

Gedzemis goes public

The Algerian winger spoke at Frosinone’s celebration ceremony yesterday and was asked specifically about his decision to stay.

He explained that the atmosphere at Frosinone forced him to reject Celtic.

The attacker said- via Ciociariaoggi: : “Absolutely. That’s why I didn’t go over the summer. I could have gone, but I felt an energy that made me want to stay. And I’m happy with my choice.

“I’m proud and happy. We worked very hard, and I’m really happy to bring Frosinone back to where the club should be: in Italy’s top flight.”

The Algeria international was also asked about his plans for the World Cup.

he replied: “Yeah, hopefully. There are so many people, so much competition. I hope I’m ready for it. It would definitely be great to play in the World Cup.”

With Wolves and Norwich City linked with a move, Gedzemis hinted at his future.

“Let’s see. Right now I just want to enjoy the season we’ve had. Then, when the time comes, I’ll also think about the transfer market.”

All celtic hopes are destroyed

There have been suggestions that Gedzemis is now interested in a move to the Premier League. Which is why Wolves or Norwich City might not appeal to him, with the Midlands club now in the Championship.

This stance should also rule out a move towards Celtic.

tottenham And fulham Both are keeping a close eye on Lucas Ronier as Premier League clubs continue to scan the Brazilian market for young attacking options with resale potential.

game witness understand formula Two London clubs are keeping a close eye on the Brazilian winger. There may also be widespread interest from England, although that side of things is still becoming clear.

Ronier has quietly built up a strong reputation at Brazilian side Coritiba over the past two seasons. The 21-year-old has three goals and three assists in 22 games this year. Last season, he continued his development at Coritiba, scoring seven goals and two assists in 39 matches.

The Brazilian fits the profile that Premier League recruiting teams like right now. He is a left-footed player, technically sharp and very comfortable in one-on-one situations. Their short stature and quick changes of direction make them difficult to stop in tight spaces.

Why are Tottenham and Fulham paying attention?

Lucas Ronier plays primarily on the right wing, but he is far from a traditional touchline winger. He regularly drops in and becomes centrally involved, almost as another creator. That tactical flexibility is part of the allure of both Tottenham and Fulham.

The attacker is known in Brazil for his futsal-style dribbling. He keeps the ball at his feet, uses natural physical movements and can beat defenders on either side.

Coaches value his work-rate even without the ball. Ronier tracks back, helps his full-backs and competes defensively, which always helps when Premier League clubs are assessing young attackers.

Back in January, globo esporte The growing enthusiasm for the winger in Coritiba was highlighted. Manager Fernando Seabra openly praised both the player’s mentality and his versatility behind the scenes.

“What you see on the pitch is a result of his behavior and the way he works every day.” Seabra explained.

“He is very dedicated in training. He approaches training with a lot of competitiveness in game situations. Even outside of training practice, he is always ready to challenge himself and do everything that is requested. He is a player capable of playing in short spaces, long spaces, attacking the box, playing on both sides and in the middle.”

His contract runs until December 2027 after Coritiba secured a renewal to safeguard one of the club’s largest assets.

There is growing belief within the Brazilian club that Ronier could become their biggest ever sale. The record is currently held by striker Igor Paixao, who joined Feyenoord in 2022 for around £6.8m (€8m).

Coritiba has already rejected the major proposal

Coritiba’s stance has been tough for some time. Back in 2024, talking to TMC RadioOne club director made it clear that they would only consider proposals in line with their market assessment.

“It’s natural there is interest, but until there is an official proposal and real progress, it will take time. It won’t happen overnight.” he explained.

“But obviously, if at some point an official proposal comes, we will analyze it, evaluate it, understand the clubs involved and the terms that have to be offered in the market context.”

That situation already caused Coritiba to reject a major offer from Saudi Arabia. In 2024, Neom offered around £9.4m (€11m) for Ronier, but the bid was rejected as the player’s preference is to move to European football.

This now also gives a better idea of ​​the market around it. transfer market Ronier is currently valued at around £3.4m (€4m), but the market reality appears to be very different.

Any deal involving Tottenham, Fulham or any other English side would certainly need to go well beyond that figure.

what happens next

Neither Tottenham nor Fulham are currently in the stage of formal talks. However, both clubs are paying close attention to the situation ahead of the summer window.

For Fulham, Ronier would offer a very different profile to Harry Wilson at right back. This paradox may appeal to Marco Silva as Fulham look for attackers capable of changing games in transition and in tight spaces.

At Tottenham, the situation is a little different as there is no completely untouched long-term starter on the right wing right now. Ronier could be viewed as a development signing with upside rather than an immediate starter.

Spurs have repeatedly shown that they are willing to invest in young players before they fully break through, and the Brazilian’s versatility and tactical intelligence would fit well into that model.

Ronier undoubtedly still needs to improve, particularly his end product and consistency in the final third. Still, Premier League clubs clearly believe the raw talent is there.

Arsenal youngster Alexei Rojas has detailed the four clubs who rejected him in his career before joining the Gunners in 2019.

El Tiempo has today an interview with the 20-year-old In which he talks about rejections from Chelsea, Norwich City, Watford and Crystal Palace in his early career.

Chelsea, Norwich, Watford and Crystal Palace

Rojas has been at Arsenal since 2019, when he joined their youth team on a free transfer from Chelsea’s youth setup.

He has since risen through the ranks, playing for the Emirates U18 and U21 teams over the past seven years. However, these moves came after rejection from clubs around England.

“I believed I was good, I had talent, yet I faced constant rejection,” He said.

“Chelsea, Norwich City, Watford, Crystal Palace… everyone said no. And at that point, you start to doubt yourself. You wonder if you really have what it takes. But it was also a time that taught me a lot.

“First and foremost: the value of family. My parents and my brother never stopped believing in me. Even when I doubted myself, they didn’t. And that’s what keeps you going. And secondly, it lies in understanding that things don’t always come when you want them.

“Today, I look at it this way: These “no’s” were necessary for my growth, so that I could be ready when the right opportunity came.”

arsenal lesson

Alexi Rojas may have learned a lesson from his rejections, but he was also taught a valuable lesson by the scout who took him to Arsenal.

He had spotted the young player and was keen, seeing the goalkeeper eventually reach the Gunners youth set-up. But they provided Rosa with a valuable lesson before she signed up.

“The scout who watched me told me that he watched me not only during difficult matches, but also during a very easy match, a game we won 10-0,” He added.

“He wanted to observe my concentration, my attitude, to see if I push myself as hard as I do, if I respect the game. He also observed me during a very tight match.

“It taught me something important: you have to perform at the same level in any context. Consistency is what really makes the difference.”

It is now up to Alexei Rojas to prove that the scout was right, and that Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Watford and Norwich City were wrong.

Manchester City ES Troyes are showing interest in AC’s Mathis Detourbet ahead of the summer transfer window.

City Football Group also owns Manchester City and the League 2 team.

Last December, Sports Witness Covered claims from France The Premier League team is trying to sign the 18-year-old player.

The same source also said that he has already visited the Etihad club facilities. AS Monaco and Italian clubs are also in the mix and the City Football Group connection gives Manchester City the edge.

He is a product of the French club’s youth system and broke into their first team in 2025. The winger has made 47 appearances so far with 33 coming this season.

His Ligue 2 statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 29
• Start: 22
• Total minutes: 1,874
• Minutes per game: 65
• Target: 2
• Assist: 5
• Key passes per game: 1.4
• Big chances created: 1.9

Conflicting claims on Manchester City

Journalist Sacha Tavolieri took xES Troyes AC’s Mathis to report the latest on Detourbet, formerly known as Twitter.

He says it is his exclusive report that Manchester City are now close to securing the services of the young talent.

Tavolieri further added that Pep Guardiola’s side have reached an agreement for a fee of around €15m and that would see him return to the French club on loan next season.

After this report, French journalist Santi Auna also came. x To share my perspective on this matter. He wasted no time in dismissing Tavolieri’s claims of a deal being agreed upon between the two clubs.

The Foot Mercato reporter says Manchester City are indeed interested in the France U19 international but there is currently ‘no agreement’ with Troyes.

As well as the Premier League team, other unnamed clubs are also expressing interest in the player valued at €25m.

Should the Citizens and Troyes agree terms for his transfer, it is not a given that Detourbet would return on loan. Aouna claims the Frenchman must decide on his future, indicating he has not yet decided where he wants to play next season.

Contract, price and agent information

Last May, Mathis Detourbet signed a contract until 2028, and transfer market He is worth €10 million.

ISF Sports, the agency headed by French agent Thibaut Urian, is looking after his interest and future.

liverpool Favorite Dirk Kuyt has admitted he could have joined Tottenham Hotspur before moving to Anfield.

Speaking on the Rondje Robb podcast, the Feyenoord legend explained why he rejected Spurs at the last minute. He chose loyalty over a Premier League switch.

“I could go to Spurs”

The former Netherlands striker has revealed he turned down Tottenham a year before moving to the Premier League with Liverpool.

He joined the Reds in August 2006 for €18m. He made 285 appearances at Anfield, scoring 75 goals and 40 assists and winning the League Cup during his time in the Reds.

During his time on Merseyside he firmly established himself as a fan favourite. But things could have been very different had Tottenham made the call a year earlier.

Kuyt confirmed that Tottenham, under chairman Daniel Levy, applied serious pressure to sign him in the final hours of the window. But the forward refused to walk away from Feyenoord.

“I could have gone to Spurs on the last day, but I didn’t want to do that with Feyenoord.” In 1908 he was reported as saying.

He then expanded on that conversation with Levi. “I told him at the time: ‘I don’t want to do this with Feyenoord on the last day of the transfer window.’

“At that point, you find yourself wondering: ‘Will that opportunity ever come again?’ But a year later, Liverpool came calling.

Atletico Madrid sent a private jet

Tottenham were not the only side trying to lure Dirk Kuyt away from Feyenoord. He revealed that Atletico Madrid had also come very close to securing his signature.

“The president of Atlético Madrid sent a private jet to Rotterdam. He intended to take us to Madrid,” he said.

“My agent told me: ‘You have to understand: If we get on that plane, we’re not coming back.’ I thought it was really amazing that we ultimately decided not to do it.”

no regrets

Luckily for the former striker, it appears he has no regrets. He remained loyal to Feyenoord. A year later he received a big fee from Liverpool. He then became a cult icon at Anfield.

Yet he found a storybook ending at Feyenoord. He made a comeback towards the end of his career and captured the title by scoring a hat-trick in his final game. This was his first time in 18 years.

None of this would have been possible had he accepted Tottenham’s offer so many years ago, something he clearly knows.

Manchester United, armory And newcastle united There have been circles around Atalanta midfielder Ederson for months now, but none of them have yet managed to turn the interest into success.

The Brazilian has become one of the most talked-about midfield options ahead of the summer window. As a result, several storylines are developing in parallel.

From Old Trafford’s pursuit of reinforcements to Arsenal’s long-term planning and Newcastle’s financial strength, all three clubs have positioned themselves around the same goal.

However, despite England’s continued attention, the situation is now taking a different turn.

Premier League interest meets Italian resistance

Manchester UnitedThe participation of has been structurally the most advanced. The Red Devils have already explored the possibility of a deal with Atalanta in recent months. This included previous contact on Ederson, as well as discussions that may have involved Joshua Zirkzee moving in the opposite direction.

With Casemiro expected to leave and uncertainty surrounding Manuel Ugarte, United are clearly in the market for midfielders. Ederson, who has served as a number eight at Bergamo, fits that profile.

At the same time, armory Constantly present in the background. Given his long-standing admiration for the player since his Atletico Madrid days, his interest has been strengthened by Andrea Bertà’s role behind the scenes.

newcastle unitedMeanwhile, the third represents the English angle. Their financial prowess has made them a frequent threat in deals of this size, even if their negotiating stance has previously been described as difficult to compare elsewhere.

Atletico Madrid’s plans halted as Ederson’s decision comes to light

In a new development reported by AsAtletico Madrid’s bid to sign Ederson has hit a wall.

Crucially, the report claims the midfielder has already personally rejected approaches from a number of clubs, including Arsenal, Manchester United and Newcastle United, as well as teams from Italy and Brazil. His preference was to go over to the Spanish side.

At one point in February, a verbal agreement was also reached. The idea was clear – Ederson would become a key part of Diego Simeone’s midfield for years to come.

However, negotiations have now reached what has been described as a “deadlock”.

The matter is no longer just between the clubs. Without full agreement with the player, the transfer cannot proceed. In recent weeks, talks have cooled, with the player no longer willing to accept any conditions to complete the move.

price, time and pressure build up

Atalanta’s stance remains firm. The Italian side value Ederson at around €45 million (£38.7 million), and they are unwilling to turn that down easily.

Still, there is a layer of pressure. His contract runs until 2027, meaning this summer is the last opportunity to secure a big fee. This reality is prompting the club to consider a sale as soon as possible.

Atletico Madrid is trying to reduce the price. Meanwhile, they are refusing to accept the demands of the agents or even hurry up.

From a Premier League perspective, this creates a window of opportunity. English clubs have greater financial flexibility, and were already in the picture before being spurned.

what happens next

Ederson’s position is now more open than it was a few weeks ago. His initial preference for Atletico Madrid is clear, but the breakdown of talks changes the situation.

Now clubs like Manchester United, Arsenal and Newcastle United may find a way back. Additionally, Atlanta’s need to sell before the contract situation worsens adds urgency.

There’s still a long way to go before the summer window fully opens. For now, what seemed a straightforward move to Spain has again become a multi-club battle – but the Premier League has lost momentum.

Eintracht can be without Frankfurt nottingham forestArnaud Kalimuendo is out this season.

Last season, the striker performed brilliantly for Stade Rennais, scoring 18 goals and four assists in 34 appearances. This may have convinced Nottingham Forest to invest £26 million [€29.8m] To bring him to the City Ground in August 2025.

However, the Frenchman failed to replicate his Stade Rennais form at Nottingham Forest as he did not score or assist in nine Premier League matches. He scored only two goals in the Europa League.

Because of his struggles and limited play [392 minutes from 14 matches]The Reds allowed him to join the Bundesliga side on loan in January. The move has helped him enjoy regular games so far.

His Bundesliga statistics are as follows:

• Appearances: 13
• Start: 11
• Total minutes: 939
• Minutes per game: 72
• Target: 5
• Help: 1

Back in January, The 24 year old was unsure Will the German club activate the purchase option.

On 24 February, Khel Witness Covered claims from Germany That Eintracht Frankfurt had negotiated personal terms with him. This is for a contract until 2031 which is worth €3 million per year. It can be effective only if they are able to buy it.

Striker set for Nottingham Forest return

image Now cover the latest on Eintracht Frankfurt’s chances of retaining Arnaud Kalimuendo after this season.

Considering his performance so far, it wouldn’t be a surprise if his stay is extended. However, the €27 million provision is a ‘major financial hurdle for the German club and is at risk of becoming unaffordable.’

They are seventh in the table, 10 points behind sixth-place Bayer Leverkusen, and, in a best-case scenario, could qualify for the UEFA Conference League.

The lack of Champions League/Europa League will impact their finances. In addition, the Bundesliga side will have to raise funds. These factors make the permanent signing of a player difficult for Nottingham Forest ownership.

In short, Kalimuendo’s future in Germany is ‘seriously at risk’ and there is a risk of losing him to Eintracht Frankfurt after this season.

They will make a final decision at the end of the season, but indications are that he will not extend his stay.

What’s next for the striker and Nottingham Forest?

Arnaud Kalimuendo is set to return to the Premier League team if Eintracht Frankfurt do not invoke his €27m clause.

Nottingham Forest loan manager Owen Coyle Jr recently said that a decision is yet to be made on his future. This includes the possibility of Vitor Pereira including him in his plans next season.

“Calimuendo has done really well. He went out there, he’s performing well, he’s scoring goals. But he still has a very positive relationship with Forest. He talks to other players regularly. He’s already been back to watch a few games,” He said.

With this in mind, Eintracht Frankfurt sporting director Markus Kroesch’s decision to reduce the €27m clause remains questionable. In short, the Reds will make no concessions.

The player’s contract with the Reds is until 2030, and transfer market He is worth €30 million.

West Ham United’s interest in Matthias Martinelli has remained consistent in recent months. However, the Premier League club is still some way away from Fluminense’s expectations.

Earlier this year, the Hammers joined other sides in the dedication Offers worth around €12m (£10.2m). Those approaches were rejected without negotiation, as Fluminense made it clear that the midfielder would not move to that level.

Since then, the position on the Brazilian side has only strengthened. Martinelli signs a new contract until 2030With a release clause set at €30m (£25.6m). In parallel, the club has outlined a strategy to delay any sale until after the World Cup, in the hope that his value will further increase.

Against that backdrop, the Brazilian’s latest update adds another layer to West Ham’s challenge.

raises the internal target bar

according to DayFluminense are now lining up a minimum expectation of €20m (£17.1m) for Martinelli.

This figure is not yet the formal asking price. Still, it shows the internal range required for one of their key players to begin negotiations.

The same report states that Fluminense is targeting more than R$218m in player sales for 2026. Converted, that represents approximately €40m (£34.2m). As a result, any major departures should contribute significantly to that total.

Martinelli is currently the most valuable asset in that scheme. He has played over 300 matches for the club and remains a central figure in midfield. Therefore, there is no pressure on the board to compromise.

The gap remains clear for West Ham

For West Ham, the numbers now align in a simple way. Their previous offer: €12m (£10.2m). Fluminense’s internal expectation: €20m (£17.1m). This leaves a gap of €8m (£6.9m) before negotiations can begin.

Crucially, this sits below the €30m (£25.6m) release clause agreed in the most recent renewal. This shows that Fluminense still has room to raise the price, especially if the player gets more exposure with Brazil.

Furthermore, Matthäus Martinelli has Expressed desire to play in Europe at some stage. However, he wants the move to suit both his career and the club.

So interest alone will not be enough for West Ham. The financial gap remains significant, and the player’s position continues to strengthen.

If the Hammers want to test Fluminense’s resolve again, they will have to move closer to that €20m (£17.1m) mark – and possibly even further.

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Tottenham Hotspur could demand around €65m for Lucas Bergvall, with moves to Liverpool and Chelsea linked.

This is according to Football Direct. Swedish newspaper covered the Tottenham midfielder Today. He also has comments from the sporting director of Djurgårdens IF, Boss Andersen, on the midfielder.

Bergvall has been impressing since leaving the Swedish side for Tottenham in a €20m deal in July 2024. Spurs defeated Barcelona with his signature at that time.

The deal for the 18-year-old was a record-breaking deal for Djurgården and also the most expensive in Allsvenskan history.

tottenham rising star

Many observers consider the 20-year-old to be one of Europe’s rising stars, and he has already proven worthy of that status at Tottenham. In fact, despite his struggles, his performance has generated interest.

Reports in England last week revealed that both Liverpool and Chelsea made inquiries for him, but they were rejected by Tottenham. Sport Witness again covered a report He insisted that Tottenham have no intention of selling the young player.

However, it seems that it has a price. According to Football Direct, Bergvall is valued at ‘more than 700 million kronor’. At the current exchange rate this is equivalent to €65.59m.

Of course, such a figure would not be an issue for Chelsea or Liverpool. The Blues have paid €65m for a player nine times, which the Reds have done seven times so far. Indeed, three arrivals at Anfield last summer cost more than that.

For Tottenham, this would be the third biggest sale after the deals that sold Gareth Bale to Real Madrid and Harry Kane to Bayern Munich. If Bergvall continues to develop like he has, they will likely demand more.

attractive tottenham section

This is all good news for Djurgårdens, who included various clauses in his deal with Spurs to get it as high as possible.

They have made approximately €15.94m of the €20m initially agreed. And Anderson is no longer surprised by getting such a huge amount.

“It’s not surprising,” he said.

“It’s clear he’s a topic of conversation for coaches at big clubs. It’s incredible to see what’s happening to him and the journey he’s been on that started at Djurgården.

“To go from Allsvenskan to the Premier League as he has done and the way he has done it – it’s great. It’s also noticeable that he is enjoying himself and enjoying himself.”

Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis now faces a formal arbitration challenge after admitting he rejected significantly higher bids for Andre Luiz before completing an internal transfer worth €6.5m (£5.6m). report comes from renaissance In portugal.

The Brazilian winger moved to Olympiacos from Rio Ave in January. Both clubs are located within Marinakis’ multi-club structure. However, the situation has worsened after Estrela da Amadora confirmed it will take the matter to Portuguese court. The controversy centers on price.

Marinakis told Olympiacos players that he had received offers of around €20m (£17.1m) for Andre Luiz from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Benfica. Despite this, they decided to transfer the player from Rio Ave to Olympiacos for €6.5m (£5.6m).

“I had offers of around €20m for Andre Luiz from Wolves and Benfica. But I wanted Olympiacos to be stronger.” He said, As we covered earlier.

10% segment takes legal steps

Estrela da Amadora have 10% of the future transfer fee for Andre Luiz. Therefore, the difference between €20m and €6.5m has major financial consequences.

In a statement, Estrella raised “Serious and legitimate concerns” About the transaction. The club said that if higher offers had indeed existed, selling at a lower amount would have directly reduced the revenue to which they were entitled.

The statement also questioned whether the economic interests of Rio Avenue and its contractual partners are fully protected.

Estrella further argued that multi-club ownership “Under no circumstances can transparency, economic fairness, the protection of third parties involved in the contract or the credibility of national competitions be compromised.”

The club has now confirmed it will seek arbitration. It will also request full access to documents related to the operation. Furthermore, the right to report public facts to the relevant authorities is reserved if further investigation proves necessary.

Multi-club model in the spotlight

Marinakis controls Nottingham Forest, Rio Ave and Olympiacos. In this case, they rejected a Premier League-level bid and instead strengthened the Greek side internally.

The move could make sense for Olympiacos. However, it now places its ownership structure in Portugal under legal scrutiny.

For One, the issue does not involve direct transactions. Nevertheless, the controversy continues to affect their owner and raises wider questions about governance within the multi-club network.

It is unclear whether the arbitration process will have financial consequences. It is confirmed that the €20m Premier League rejected bid has now triggered a formal legal battle.

Manchester United and Inter Milan have shown serious interest in AS Saint-Étienne’s Paul Aimard.

is according to But! football clubWhich cover the failures of both Manchester United and the Serie A side to sign the 18-year-old.

He left Le Puy Foot 43 Auvergne as a free agent in 2022 to become part of Saint-Étienne’s youth system. Aimard progressed through the ranks and forced his way into the first team at the start of this season.

Manchester United and Inter Milan offered

The midfielder has played 390 minutes in seven matches so far, scoring two goals and providing one assist. He was also a regular for France U17 between 2024 and 2025. Aimard’s performances and potential may have attracted the attention of Manchester United and Inter Milan.

According to the report, both the Red Devils and Nerazzurri submitted offers to secure his services.

However but! The football club says the player ‘rejected offers’ from both clubs to sign his first professional contract with Saint-Étienne in January.

His decision to ignore Manchester United and Inter Milan in favor of remaining at the Ligue 2 team was a ‘bold but calculated choice’.

Reasons for rejecting top clubs

The outlet has also aired Ayred’s comments on rejecting bigger clubs to continue with Saint-Étienne.

“I tell myself that I still have a long way to go and that I have many obstacles to overcome. There are countless players who were seen as great prospects but did not succeed, and some of them were definitely stronger than me.” He said.

“Just because people are starting to talk a lot about me, because big clubs are showing interest, doesn’t mean I’m going to be successful.”

“I need to prove myself at the professional level and then we will see. My squad, my agent and even the club are supporting me so that I don’t get disappointed.”

“I decided to sign my first professional contract with ASSE because it is the club that trained me, so it is a natural step in my development. I have to start there, with the club I love and support.”

“It’s too early to talk about big European clubs. I don’t want to rush things. ASSE has also given me a project where I will work with professionals on a daily basis, which is a big plus. Overall, the club is ambitious and constantly evolving. And then there are always the supporters and all their enthusiasm.”