Your European Morning is a daily morning report that tracks the most prominent headlines from the front pages of major European newspapers, whether English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German, for the esteemed visitors of Yalla Kora.
English Press
The Athletic
Al-Hilal closes in on Martinelli
The newspaper confirmed that Al-Hilal is seeking to sign Brazilian international Gabriel Martinelli, winger for English club Arsenal.
Reports indicated that no final agreement has yet been reached between Arsenal and Saudi Al-Hilal regarding the signing of Martinelli.
The Gunners are looking to sign the Brazilian player for approximately 60 million pounds.
The Sun
Paris duo on the verge of joining the Reds
Liverpool continues its moves to finalize the signings of Ibrahim Mbaye and Bradley Barcola, players for Paris Saint-Germain.
Liverpool is still trying to reach a final agreement with Paris Saint-Germain regarding the two deals, while the French club insists on receiving a higher financial sum.
Paris Saint-Germain is asking for around 170 million euros to agree to Barcola's departure, although this figure may see a decrease in the coming period.
Team Talk website
Luis Hall's selling price
Newcastle is asking for more than 68 million pounds to agree to sell Hall, who is 21 years old.
The website confirmed that this figure would make him the most expensive defender in football history if the deal is completed at this value.
Manchester United is at the forefront of clubs interested in signing Hall, as the English club is looking to strengthen the left-back position.
Spanish Press
As
Enrique calls on Torres
Spanish newspaper "As" highlighted how Luis Enrique, manager of Paris Saint-Germain, called on Spanish player Ferran Torres, who recently joined the squad, after including him in the matchday squad for the game against Rennes to open the team's campaign in the French league.
Ferran Torres joined Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona for 50 million euros, at the request of Luis Enrique, who has a strong relationship with the Spanish striker since their time together in the Spanish national team.
The newspaper confirmed that although the player has not participated in any match since the World Cup final and has not yet reached full physical fitness, Luis Enrique decided to call him up to the matchday squad, especially since he is not suffering from any injury, with the possibility of using him during the match depending on how the game unfolds.
Mundo Deportivo
Reason for Balde's absence against Elche
Hansi Flick, manager of Barcelona, revealed the status of Alejandro Balde, the team's left-back, ahead of the match against Elche to start the club's campaign in the Spanish league.
According to "Mundo Deportivo" newspaper, Balde has not reached 100% physical fitness, which led Flick to exclude him from Barcelona's squad for the match against Elche, a decision that came amid doubts about the player's future within the team.
Flick had clarified that Balde still needs to regain full fitness, while Barcelona is handling the player's situation with caution, especially with moves regarding his future during the current transfer window.
Balde's absence from the Elche match comes at a time when Joao Cancelo has become available to Barcelona, alongside other options that Flick can rely on at the full-back position in the coming period.
French Press
RMC Sport Radio
Manchester City club has reached a final agreement with French club Lille regarding the signing of Moroccan international midfielder Ayoze Bouaddi.
According to the network, Ayoze Bouaddi will sign a long-term contract with Manchester City after agreeing with French Lille.
Lille club will receive a record sum of 100 million euros (including bonuses) from this deal.
Foot Mercato
Nantes' disaster
After a disastrous start to the season with three consecutive defeats, Nantes club, which features Egyptian international Mostafa Mohamed, is looking to get back on track and may take decisive measures to correct the situation in the coming days.
Nantes manager Michel De Zakarian said after the heavy (5-2) defeat to Rodez last Saturday: "If I am fired, I will retire... If they are not satisfied with our performance, let them fire me and it will be over. I will also say it frankly, not just to the management, because they allowed me to return, but also to the players; they need to get themselves in order. It is time for change."
After two harsh defeats against Red Star (0-1) and Laval (2-1) in the first two matches, this third consecutive loss has plunged Nantes club into a worrying crisis, in a season that appears to be decisive for the team, as it is the only one in the league to have not earned any points, sitting at the bottom of the second division table.
German Press
Sky Sports
Nkunku close to Leipzig
German club Leipzig has reached an agreement with Italian club Milan to sign Christopher Nkunku during the ongoing summer transfer window.
Milan club opened the door for Nkunku's departure during the current summer, leading the two clubs to reach a preliminary agreement regarding the loan of the French winger, with an option to buy.
Bild
Harry Kane's messages
Harry Kane, star of Bayern Munich, revealed the timing of the start of contract renewal negotiations with the Bavarian club, following the Bavarian giant's victory in the German Super Cup last Saturday, after beating Borussia Dortmund 2-1.
The England captain said on Saturday evening after the match held at Signal Iduna Park: "We will talk this week and next week. We will have an open discussion. There is no need for haste or panic."
He added: "My focus is entirely on Bayern Munich and the new season. These talks will be held behind closed doors. You will hear about them when there is something to say."
Italian Press
Sky Italia
Nkunku close to Leipzig
German club Leipzig has reached an agreement with Italian club Milan to sign Christopher Nkunku during the ongoing summer transfer window.
According to Sky Italia network, Leipzig and Milan have reached a preliminary agreement regarding the loan of Christopher Nkunku, with an option to buy.
The report indicated that Nkunku is determined to return to Leipzig, and the deal is on the verge of being completed.
Tutto Mercato
Porto negotiations to sign Jimenez
Italian press reports confirmed that Milan and Porto will return to the negotiating table on Monday regarding Mexican Santiago Jimenez, after a meeting date between the two clubs was set.
"Tutto Mercato" website reported that Porto recently made a formal offer, which is a loan with an option to buy for 15 million euros, convertible into a mandatory purchase obligation with conditions linked to the Mexican striker's goals and appearances.
The report continued that Milan categorically rejected the offer, considering the amount insufficient.
