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⚽ FC Daily Briefing – Monday, August 18, 2025
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Eberechi Eze was denied a stunning free-kick and a fairytale farewell as Crystal Palace drew 0-0 with Chelsea
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner expects Eze to play in the club’s first European match, despite ongoing transfer talks with Tottenham.
Nottingham Forest cruised past Brentford to open their Premier League campaign, spoiling Keith Andrews’ first game in charge of the Bees.
Ruben Amorim’s risky goalkeeping decision backfired as Riccardo Calafiori’s first-half header sealed Arsenal’s win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Ruben Amorim praised Manchester United for not being “boring” in their 1-0 loss to Arsenal, but Roy Keane hit out at the club’s low standards in the aftermath.
Manchester United are prepared to accept Roma’s loan-to-buy offer for Jadon Sancho, but the 25-year-old winger must still decide on the move.
Everton are exploring alternatives to Tyler Dibling after Southampton rejected three bids for the 19-year-old winger, the latest worth around £37m.
Galatasaray have submitted an opening bid of around £8.6m for Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson.
Chelsea will move for Alejandro Garnacho and Xavi Simons, only if they first offload two forwards.
Arsenal, Manchester United and Napoli are interested in PSG midfielder Lee Kang-in, who is weighing up a move for more game time.
Roma have agreed to sign Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey on loan for £1.7m with a £20m option to buy.
Nottingham Forest have agreed a deal worth up to £25m with Rennes for striker Arnaud Kalimuendo.
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