Your European Morning is a daily morning report that monitors for the dear visitors of Yalla Koura the most prominent headlines that appeared in the major European newspapers, whether English, Spanish, Italian, French, or German.
English Press
The Athletic
Arsenal and Vinicius Surprise
The English club Arsenal is seriously considering moving to sign Real Madrid's Spanish winger Vinicius Junior if he does not renew his contract with the Royal Club in the coming period.
The 26-year-old Brazilian international is considered one of the top candidates to join the English Premier League champions to bolster their attacking line; however, the interest is still in its early stages, and there is no guarantee the deal will be completed.
Evening Standard
Newcastle Star's Future
Eddie Howe, the manager of English club Newcastle United, commented on rumors of Arsenal signing Brazilian international Bruno Guimarães.
Eddie Howe said in statements reported by the British newspaper "Evening Standard": "I spoke with Bruno Guimarães before, during, and after the World Cup; the conversations were very fruitful. He is truly a wonderful person."
He continued: "I don't know what the future holds for him; that is for others to speculate about. There are discussions I am not a party to."
Daily Mail
Khusanov Renewal
Manchester City announced in an official statement the signing of a new contract with defender Abdukodir Khusanov for a period of 5 years.
Khusanov signed a new contract with the Citizens until 2031, having played only 47 matches in his career with the English club.
Spanish Press
Mundo Deportivo
Araújo's Return Date
Spanish press reports revealed the return date of Uruguayan international Ronald Araújo, defender of Barcelona, to participate in training.
The Spanish newspaper "Mundo Deportivo" reported that Araújo returned from his vacation following the World Cup last Monday and is still in the final stages of recovery from the injury he sustained during training with his national team, which prevented him from playing in the World Cup.
The report added that the Uruguayan player will travel next Monday with Barcelona to England and is expected to be able to join group training soon.
Marca
Death at Camp Nou
Barcelona's Camp Nou stadium witnessed the first work-related fatality of a worker yesterday, Friday, since the start of renovation works.
According to what the newspaper "Marca" reported, citing the Spanish news agency (EFE), a 54-year-old worker died after being run over while working at the site.
The Mossos d'Esquadra police (Catalan police) explained that the Les Corts police station in Barcelona received a report of the serious workplace accident.
Sport
Diomandé's Future
Spanish press reports revealed a major competition between Spanish club Real Madrid and their French counterpart Paris Saint-Germain during the current summer transfer window.
The Spanish newspaper "Sport" reported that José Mourinho, Real Madrid's coach, has placed Yan Diomandé as a top priority to strengthen the attack this summer.
Sport added that the Merengues made an initial offer for Yan Diomandé to RB Leipzig, with talks between the two clubs ongoing.
Italian Press
Corriere dello Sport
Race for Romero
Foreign press reports revealed that Inter Milan has placed Cristian Romero, Tottenham's defender, at the top of its priorities during the summer transfer window, amid expected competition from Arsenal and Chelsea to sign the player.
The newspaper Corriere dello Sport reported that Inter Milan held talks with the representatives of the Argentine defender, who expressed openness to returning to Serie A after four years since leaving Atalanta, while Tottenham is demanding 50 million euros to agree to his sale.
The report indicated that Inter prefers to complete the deal on a loan with an obligation to buy, while it currently does not wish to pay more than 25 million euros, which represents half the amount demanded by the English club.
Tuttosport
Napoli Wants Vlahović
Foreign press reports revealed Napoli's desire to sign Juventus star Dušan Vlahović, their rival in the Italian Serie A.
The Italian newspaper Tuttosport reported that Napoli may look for a new outright striker this summer, especially if the duo Romelu Lukaku and Lorenzo Lucca depart.
The report clarified that Vlahović will be on the radar of the southern Italian club, noting that Giovanni Manna, Napoli's sporting director, held talks with the Serbian star's father and agent at the beginning of last June.
French Press
Foot Mercato
Openda Nears Lyon
French club Lyon reached an agreement with Italian counterpart Juventus to loan the latter's striker Lois Openda during the current summer transfer window.
Foot Mercato indicated that Lyon wanted to bolster the striker position, according to statements from Mathieu Louis-Jean, the French club's sporting director.
The French website clarified that Lois Openda will be loaned to Lyon after an agreement was reached between the two clubs, but without an option to buy.
L'Équipe
Paris Targets Rodri
Press reports revealed that Paris Saint-Germain contacted English club Manchester City regarding the possibility of signing Rodri.
French journalist Fabrizio Romano explained that Paris had not planned at the beginning of the summer transfer window to strengthen the team's midfield, but the World Cup winner with Spain, whose contract expires in a year, represents a golden opportunity for the Parisian club's management.
In the same context, Real Madrid shows great interest in signing the Manchester City player and has already reached an agreement with him regarding contract details, with only the English club's approval remaining.
German Press
Sky
Kane Negotiations
Harry Kane, Bayern Munich's striker, is preparing to begin negotiations to renew his contract with the Bavarians.
Harry Kane will begin negotiations to renew his contract with Bayern Munich immediately upon his return from summer vacation.
Bayern Munich wants Harry Kane to remain with the team for the next season.
Harry Kane's contract with Bayern Munich runs until June 2027, i.e., the end of next season.
Bild
Olise Not for Sale
Bayern Munich's sporting director Christoph Freund confirmed that Michael Olise's departure is not under consideration for the Bavarian club.
Freund said in statements reported by Sky: "This matter is not up for discussion for us." He added: "We are looking forward to Olise's return from vacation, where he will play an important role with Bayern this season just as he did last year."
