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Tuesday, 18 August 2026dailybeirut.com
Football
Manchester City is expected to secure the signing of promising winger Jeremy Monga, surpassing Arsenal's interest despite the club's long-term pursuit.
Jeremy Monga, a highly regarded 16-year-old winger from Leicester City, is now anticipated to join Manchester City, with Arsenal's pursuit of the player likely to fall short.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had shown optimism about acquiring the young talent, but Manchester City has become the leading contender in the transfer race.
The Athletic reports that Arsenal considered the £10 million asking price for Monga to be excessive, influencing their decision not to proceed.
Separately, Real Madrid issued a statement refuting claims of interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez this summer.
The club declared that it has not initiated any direct or indirect efforts to sign Fernandez and has no plans to pursue such a transfer.
Manchester United has engaged in preliminary discussions with West Ham regarding winger Crysencio Summerville.
Additionally, Sky Sports reports that United maintains interest in midfielders Aurelien Tchouameni and Alex Scott.
United's goalkeeper Andre Onana has returned to Trabzonspor on a season-long loan deal.
Joao Palhinha confirmed he will not be making his loan move to Tottenham permanent following his previous season's spell.
Fenerbahce has announced the signing of Nathan Ake from Manchester City.
Sky Sports indicates that Granit Xhaka will remain at Sunderland despite Chelsea's interest.
Striker Eliezer Mayenda appears set to depart Sunderland, with a transfer to Rennes reportedly close to completion for approximately £22 million.
