The ongoing 2023 summer transfer window has been a thrilling period for football fans worldwide.
The ongoing 2023 summer transfer window has been a thrilling period for football fans worldwide. Exciting news of new player acquisitions and departures from clubs keeps pouring in daily, evoking mixed emotions of joy and sadness among supporters. One recent news that has captured the attention of many fans is that Manchester United has completed the signing of goalkeeper Andre Onana from Inter Milan for a reported fee of 51 million euros ($57 million). Onana joins on a five-year contract with an option to extend for 12 months, reuniting with manager Erik ten Hag, with whom he won three Dutch titles at Ajax. The transfer reportedly includes 4 million euros ($4.5 million) in add-ons based on his success. Onana’s arrival replaces David de Gea, who left after 12 years at the club. His ball-playing abilities will strengthen Ten Hag’s defensive plans.
Spanish defender Jordi Alba has signed with Inter Miami CF in MLS until the end of the 2024 season, with a Club option for 2025. Alba’s remarkable achievements include winning the UEFA Euro and UEFA Champions League six times, and he played a crucial role in Spain’s recent success in the UEFA Nations League. Meanwhile, West Ham fans are eager for Dimitri Payet’s return as he tearfully announced his exit from Marseille. The former Hammers star had an exceptional 18-month spell at West Ham before returning to Marseille, where his contract was terminated a year early.
According to reports, Al-Hilal is preparing an offer to bring Kylian Mbappe to the Saudi Pro League, possibly for a one-season stint, as they are showing strong interest. The ongoing saga of Mbappe’s potential departure from PSG continues, and Saudi Arabia is eager to bolster its topflight league by attracting renowned football stars. High-profile players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Ngolo Kante, and Karim Benzema have already joined Saudi clubs, highlighting the country’s ambition to attract top talent from the football world. Mbappe’s future remains uncertain, and recent reports suggest that PSG has informed Al-Hilal that they would accept their alleged bid of 200 million euros if Mbappe does not extend his contract by July 31st.
Manchester United has reportedly been linked with Danish talent Rasmus Hojlund throughout the transfer window. However, both parties have not yet reached an agreement on the player’s transfer fee. Atalanta manager Gian Piero Gasperini reportedly discussed the situation suggesting he could be worth 100 million dollars. Hojlund has showcased his potential, making 34 appearances for Atalanta, scoring 10 goals, and providing 4 assists. Regarded as one of the “best-emerging players in Europe,” the striker’s future remains uncertain as negotiations continue.
Emre Can has officially agreed to a two-year contract extension with Borussia Dortmund, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2026. The experienced German midfielder played a crucial role in Dortmund’s title challenge last season, narrowly missing out on the Bundesliga glory to Bayern Munich on the final day. With 121 appearances for BVB over three seasons, Can’s vast experience and battling qualities will be valuable for Edin Terzic’s side in the upcoming season. He expressed his comfort and commitment to the club, aiming to continue his strong performance and help the team achieve their goals in the forthcoming campaign.
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