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What’s better than a fresh glass of orange juice and the latest transfer news? Join in as CBS Sports provides the latest updates from around the world and what they mean to your favorite teams. As we approach the middle of July, the summer transfer window has stepped up a notch in intensity with some big names now on the verge of switching clubs. SSC Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly is edging closer to a Chelsea move while Leeds United’s Raphinha is closing on his dream of joining Barcelona. AFC Ajax’s Lisandro Martinez and Sassuolo’s Gianluca Scamacca also remain hot names when it comes to the soccer business headlines. The transfer latest:
In the six-yard box
The biggest transfer stories of the day. These are the deals that are happening, or at least on the verge of getting done.
The Brazilian’s future has been up in the air for most of this summer so far, but he is finally getting close to his destination of choice with the Catalan giants expecting his arrival shortly after announcing an agreement. The 25-year-old will sign a contract until 2027 with his medical also part of the formalities before this transfer can be signed off on. As if that were not enough, Barca remain intent on adding Bayern Munich hitman Robert Lewandowski to their ranks despite their dubious financial situation.
Barca president Joan Laporta told the media on Wednesday that this week they’ll unveil Raphinha as well as announce the re-signing of Ousmane Dembele.
Raheem Sterling has confirmed that he is leaving Manchester City with his Chelsea switch expected to be made official shortly. The England international has agreed a deal until 2027 and is likely to be followed by a defender to boost Thomas Tuchel’s squad. Sterling is now set to join up with the Blues in the United States for their preseason tour.
The Senegal international to the London giants is…
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