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Latest transfer news, updates and reports on the summer's window Trent Alexander-Arnold makes his Real Madrid debut, playing 65 minutes in their Club World Cup draw, after moving from Liverpool Gossip: Fulham reject Leeds' bid for Muniz? | Arsenal close to new Lewis-Skelly contract? | Gyokeres latest gossip Confirmed: Boly signs new Forest deal We'll bring you all the latest reports from our reporters throughout the window Get Involved: Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) Written by Sarah Rendell, Ben Collins, Lorraine Mc Kenna & Karan Vinod. Man City 2-0 Wydad Casablanca Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki both made their debut for Manchester City during their Club World Cup win over Wydad Casablanca. The average position for both was quite central, with Netherlands international Reijnders (number 4) pulling the strings in midfield and playing a little deeper than Cherki (number 29). The France international was deployed in a more advanced attacking role before being replaced by Erling Haaland on the hour mark. Speaking to Channel 5, City boss Pep Guardiola said: "Tijjani Reijnders played really good, Rayan Cherki played in good moments. " 'Kerching' is pulling away on the thumbs pick - this could end up being the hottest topic on the live page until we get a decent transfer story to nibble on. Singer-songwriting megastar Shania Twain had a 2002 song called 'Ka-ching', so I will accept tihis spelling as an option too. Let's dip our toe in the Manchester City pool next. .. #bbcfootball, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) This is your go-to hub for all the latest transfer whispers, confirmed moves, surprise twists and everything in between. So far, we’ve delved into the latest developments around Viktor Gyokeres, plus there is speculation over the future of Rodrigo Muniz, while Myles Lewis-Skelly is reportedly close to agreeing a new Arsenal contract. Oh, and yes - the summer window spending is already soaring. We’ll also be keeping tabs on how some of those big-money arrivals are settling in during the ongoing Club World Cup. Who do you want your club to sign or sell this summer? Get involved using the above-mentioned channels. Settle a debate for us. When there's a large sum of money involved, like Master Yamal's contract below, would you say/write 'kerching' or 'cha-ching'? Left thumb for 'ker', right thumb for 'cha'. When you're described as a 'wonderkid' and then live up to the hype, the next stop is global fame and big money contracts. So with Myles Lewis-Skelly reportedly heading for a lovely pay day with Arsenal, who is the best-paid teenager in football? Look no further than Lamine Yamal, who made his debut with Barcelona two years ago at the age of aged 15 years 291 days - he's 17 years old now; turns 18 on 13 July - and is said to be on a contract worth 15m euros a season (£12. 8m) at the Nou Camp - and that's before performance-related bonuses. Myles Lewis-Skelly's new Arsenal deal reportedly close to being signed and it is clear to see why they want to keep the England international at the club. In the 2024-25 season he made 42 appearances and scored one goal across all competitions. He also made three assists across the season, in which he broke into the England team. Jordan Butler BBC Sport Myles Lewis-Skelly was called up to the England squad for the first time by manager Thomas Tuchel for March’s World Cup qualifiers and scored on his debut from left-back against Albania at Wembley. In doing so, he became the youngest England debutant to score at the age of 18 years and 176 days and tops an illustrious list which includes the likes of Jimmy Greaves and Sir Stanley Matthews: “He’s a fantastic football player, ” said England manager Tuchel after his debut. “If you see him in the possession games in training, the level of first touches, the quality of first touches, the quality of the body movement, how he opens up his body and where he plays the passes. A very high understanding of the game comes very naturally to him. ” The 18-year-old won his third England cap in the friendly defeat to Senegal nine days ago. Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly was one of the big talents of the 2024-25 season and while the defender is still in his teenage years, that hasn't stopped European giants Real Madrid sniffing around in the hopes of getting a bargain in the future. But is Lewis-Skelly ready to snub Real in favour of staying with the Gunners? That looks the more likely option. According to the Athletic, , externalthe 18-year-old is close to signing a new contract with Arsenal, one that would make him one of the best-paid young players in the world. And Lewis-Skelly keeps it in the family when it comes to negotiations, as his mother, Marica Lewis, is his representative. #bbcfootball, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) People are being extremely quick to pile on Gyokeres. He was told he would be allowed to leave for a low fee this summer, so long as he didn't look for a move last summer, and that agreement isn't being honoured. Sporting's president has a long history of using the media to advance his agenda, but don't buy in. Tim, Devon I understand some of the frustration with Gyokeres, but a lot of it seems a bit harsh in my opinion. He could’ve left Sporting in January but instead helped them to go on and win the league. If they did have a gentleman’s agreement then I can understand his frustration! Merlin Defender Willy Boly has signed a new one-year contract with Nottingham Forest that keeps him at the club until the summer of 2026. The 34-year-old Ivory Coast international first joined the Premier League club in 2022 and has gone on to make 45 appearances and has scored three goals. He made seven appearances for the club last season when they finished seventh in the Premier League. Nottingham Forest fans, sound the alarm. This next entry is for you. .. Portugese football expert Kevin Fernandes told BBC Radio Manchester on who Viktor Gyokeres is likely to sign for this summer: "Manchester United are definitely the top runners, with some saying that Juventus are. Even if there hasn't been any offers yet, there is definitely concrete interest in Gyokeres. "It does look like he will eventually leave this summer. " #bbcfootball, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) Good to see all these people who know Gyokeres personally are sharing their opinions of his character. Truth is most of us don’t know what’s actually going, and in a short career I reckon most of us would do anything we could to play in the premier league, particularly if you feel there’s an agreement being broken. If he gets his move and bangs in the goals, I think a strong culture can deal with any of the extras that come with him. Matt #bbcfootball, Whats App on 03301231826 or text 81111 (UK only, standard message rates apply) We’ve got a packed afternoon of transfer rumours, analysis, and updates on the ever-turning carousel of summer moves. With the Club World Cup in full swing, we’re also keeping a close eye on developments from there. We’ll be taking a look at Manchester City’s 2-0 win over Cydad Casablanca at the Club World Cup, with a closer eye on Rayan Cherki’s performance in midfield. Back on the domestic front, we’re digging into reports that Myles Lewis-Skelly is edging closer to signing a new long-term deal with Arsenal. There’s also news off the pitch, as Manchester United fans have issued a fresh protest warning to the club’s ownership - we’ll have the details and reaction as that story develops. There’s also fresh talk around Fulham’s interest in U. S. international Ricardo Pepi. Who is he, what could he offer, and is he the right fit for Marco Silva’s side? We’ll break it all down. How many U2 puns were on the go last night because of Al-Hilal's Moroccan goalkeeper Bono? 'Beautiful Day' took top spot as soon as he saved Fede Valverde's penalty but looking at the band's back catalogue, there's got to be some outside contenders to describe the game. Although they didn't play on a Sunday, so that one's out. Also, bonus points if you can name what programme the headline quote comes from. There's a player waiting in the wings ready to come back from injury for Real Madrid who also plays right-back - and he just so happens to be club captain. Dani Carvajal has been on the road to recovery for about eight months since he suffered a serious knee injury last October against Villarreal. The 33-year-old Spanaird, who has made 428 appearances for Real across all competitions and has won a truckload of trophies with the club, has welcomed a new manager in Xabi Alonso and a young English pup defender who potentially wants to take his spot. Before Trent Alexander-Arnold's signing was confirmed, Carvajal said he didn't fear any competition and the pair will just be team-mates. Well, there are some fake quotes doing the rounds, I can tell you that much. But Xabi Alonso, taking charge of Real Madrid for the very first time, didn't give anything away about how he felt Trent Alexander-Arnold performed on his debut. He did, however, tell Channel 5 the first half against Al-Hilal was not as good as the second. "Every game we need to take positives and learn on what we can improve. Every game will give us lessons to keep improving, " said Alonso. That's the debut out of the way for Trent Alexander-Arnold, with mixed results, so who do Real Madrid face next in Group H in the Club World Cup? It's Mexican side Pachuca, who were beaten 2-1 by RB Salzburg in their opening game yesterday. That match takes place on Sunday at 20: 00 BST in Charlotte, North Carolina Real then face Austrian club Salzburg in their final group game at the bleary-eyed time of 02: 00 on Friday, 27 June in Philadelphia. Real Madrid 1-1 Al-Hilal Emlyn Begley BBC Sport When Trent Alexander-Arnold was replaced, he had played more crosses (five), entered the final third of the pitch (12) and had more passes in the final third of the pitch (16) than any of his Real Madrid team-mates. Only one Real player had more touches than his 56 at that stage. However he also lost the ball more times than anyone else with 12. At half-time his passing accuracy at 84% was only behind Vinicius Jr for Real players, but in the second half he did not misplace a pass. Real Madrid It's a brand new dawn for 'Trent' with the number 12 on his back. The defender was surrounded by reporters after the game against Al Hilal and said making his debut for Real Madrid was "incredible". "It’s something almost every player dreams of so to be able to achieve it is huge for me, " said Alexander-Arnold. "There’s some disappointment not to have won the game but it’s the mentality you need to have as a Real player is to want and expect to win every game you’ve played in. " He was then asked the million dollar question: How long have you been learning Spanish for? This was after the 26-year-old surprised the media (and Liverpool fans) by speaking the lingo during is official unveiling earlier this month. "A few months, " was the reply. Copyright © 2025 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.