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From a positional sense, Praet makes the most sense. I think Tielemans is deeper lying. Praet fits the profile as I believe his contract has a year to run so we might be able to get him for less ££'s. His YouTube clips aren't quite as rock & roll as Ziyech, but he looks a fine player. I'd expect the Belgian media to be all over this if it is true.

This is true! Calum Chambers seemed to vanish off to Arsenal during a friendly! The nearest thing to Football Manager in real life is West Ham's striker hunt.

I'll be interested to see how Gueye does if he goes to Everton. Certainly had the stats in his favour last season. I still can't decide if looking decent in that Villa side last season is either a miracle or not that hard to achieve. Fortunately for them, he was sh*te at the Euro's.

ARNAUTOVIC WILLING TO STAY Marko Arnautovic intends to see out the forthcoming season at Stoke despite reported interest in him from Everton, according to Sky sources. Sky in Austria have said the 27-year-old, who scored 12 goals for Mark Hughes' side last season, is close to moving to Goodison Park. It is understood, however, the player wishes to remain at the Bet365 Stadium for the foreseeable future - even if Everton boss Ronald Koeman does make a move to take him to Merseyside. Arnautovic has 12 months left of his present deal and would be available on a free transfer next summer but Stoke have offered him a new four-year contract.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2016/07/26/man-city-close-to-securing-leroy-sane-and-gabriel-jesus-signings/ …

FC Twente Latest ‏@FCTwenteLatest Dinamo Kiev have emerged as frontrunners in the Ziyech-race, according to Turkish press. Unclear if the player wants to go there #FCTwente

1) Super Kelv 2) Stek 3) Gaston 4) Juanmi 5) Big Vic 6) Mane 7) Pelle (I keep a nerdy spreadsheet)

I personally hope (& believe) that we'll bring another 3 (maybe 4) in.

Yeah, I don't understand the argument. We've lost 7 players since the end of last season, and signed 2. There's not really a debate to be had.

SAKHO FUTURE IN DOUBT? Mamadou Sakho has been sent home from Liverpool's tour of the United States by Jurgen Klopp, with Sky sources understanding there have been concerns about his attitude. The 26-year-old was not due to take part in any of his side's warm-up fixtures against Chelsea, AC Milan and Roma because of an Achilles problem and will also miss the start of the new Premier League season. However, Liverpool included Sakho and other injured players on the tour to keep the squad together ahead of the new campaign. But those plans have been thwarted with concerns raised over the French international's attitude on the tour and he has been sent home early to continue his recovery from injury at Melwood. Sakho angered Klopp by turning up late for Liverpool's flight to the United States.

BURNLEY BID FOR DALE STEPHENS Burnley have reportedly seen a third bid for Brighton’s Dale Stephens rejected. According to the Lancashire Telegraph, the Clarets have improved on their opening offer of £4m, but have again been rebuffed.

FOXES BID FOR KAPUSTKA Leicester have made a £5.25m bid for Poland’s 19-year old winger Bartosz Kapustka, according to Sky sources. The midfielder was one of Poland’s most talked about players during Euro 2016 after starring in their win over Northern Ireland. SSN HQ understands Leicester made an enquiry to his club side Cracovia during the Euros and have now submitted a bid. Leicester face competition for Kapustka’s signature with clubs in the Premier League, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands all registering an interest.

"Saints do remain on the lookout for another right back but it is understood that they have no interest in Tottenham’s Kieran Trippier, despite reports to contrary yesterday. Also, rumours that they are set to swoop for Monaco striker Valere Germain are understood to be wide of the mark."

http://m.dailyecho.co.uk/sport/14641053.Gardos_suffers_injury_setback/?ref=rss

FC Twente Latest ‏@FCTwenteLatest Director Jan van Halst once again states #FCTwente are holding out for a fee between €10m and €15m for Hakim Ziyech. #Fenerbahce #Napoli ^ #ZiyechWatch

@DanishFooty: Pione Sisto agreed personal terms to join Celta de Vigo.

Is it not still one big merry-go-round? - West Ham want any big-wage/big fee striker... But won't let Sakho ago until they get one... - West Brom want Sakho but can't sign him because of the above... - Stoke want Berahino but West Brom won't let him leave until they sign Sakho...

Unsure on validity, but Sky Sports Austria talking about Everton being close to signing Arnautovic. http://www.skysportaustria.at/premier-league/arnautovic-wechsel-zu-everton-soll-bereits-fixiert-sein/

Yeah. Plus have Whelan & Adam in the mix. Decent options as you say - In signing Imbula & Allen, they've instantly upgraded their old midfield.

Stoke City FC ‏@stokecity BREAKING | Stoke City are delighted to announce the signing of Joe Allen from @LFC on a 5-year deal #SCFC

Sounds like West Ham will be entering the market for a left back. Aaron Creswell could be out for a few months after an injury last night.

Done

@scoutsattending: Rafa Silva from Braga to Porto in domestic record deal, was followed by #efc & #saintsfc but no official interest

Great news (Although I thought it was announced when Claude joined?) Regardless, it's really positive. I'm guessing he still does our set-pieces? Can only be a positive that he gets input all the way down through the age groups too.