Football live: WSL fixtures released and transfer updates

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WSL fixtures released: Chelsea start title defence live on BBC
Latest football news including transfer updates
Transfers: Hojbjerg set for Marseille; Adams to have Torino medical; Brighton reject Gilmour bid
Gossip: Arsenal close to Calafiori deal; City in for Eze?
Champions League qualifying draw for Rangers and TNS
Pre-season updates from the weekend
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 11:45 British Summer Time 22 July
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Tottenham Hotspur
As a Tottenham fan, I would like to see us sign a new midfielder, such as Scott McTominay. Even though Manchester United don’t not want to sell him, if Tottenham put in a good offer then we can get him. I would also like to see Tottenham sell Richarlison and buy Ivan Toney from Brentford, now that they have lowered his price, as we have needed a striker since Harry Kane left. And toney is a good player to hold up the play for the rest of the team to do what they do best.
Jacob, London
As a Spurs fan, I'd take Alexander Isak. Probably optimistic!
Anon
Rangers learn Champions League fatepublished at 11:40 British Summer Time 22 July
Rangers
Rangers will face either Dynamo Kyiv or FK Partizan Belgrade in the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
The draw was made at the Uefa headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland earlier this morning.
Ukraine side Dynamo Kyiv will face Serbia's FK Partizan over two legs (23 July and 31 July) for the right to take on Rangers in the third qualifying round, with the two legs of that tie to be played on 6 or 7 August and 13 August.
If Rangers make it through the third round, they will face a final play-off tie for a place in the league phase of the competition.
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 11:30 British Summer Time 22 July
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Arsenal
Arsenal don't need to go crazy. Riccardo Calafiori gives them another option in midfield by freeing up Oleksandr Zinchenko from his defensive duties. Replace Thomas Partey with someone who can stay fit and sign a back-up for Bukayo Saka. Any upgrades on squad players who don't get the minutes (Nelson, Nketiah, Smith-Rowe, Tierney) would be a bonus.
James
As an Arsenal fan, Califiori would complete a strong defence. I'd like to see Newcastle's Alexander Isak as our striker signing, but I'm not sure the lure of Champions League football will be enough. Though, if Howe goes to England, that could put a different shine on it. Possible good alternative might be Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth.
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'I believe Dom will be here next year'published at 11:20 British Summer Time 22 July
Bournemouth
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It doesn't come as a surprise that Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke has been linked with a move away from the Vitality Stadium after scoring 19 goals in 38 appearances last season.
Despite the links, the Cherries' owner Bill Foley believes the 26-year-old former Liverpool forward will be staying put.
Foley told BBC Sport's Simon Stone: "I believe Dom is going to be with us this coming year. He has a release clause, which is very expensive.
"We shouldn't reveal anything about the contract but that area [reported £65m] sounds roughly correct. I guess if someone comes for him, we are going to have to replace him.
"We have two or three candidates that we have lined up. But I believe Dom will be here next year and I believe he is going to score 21 or 22 goals."
- Read the full interview here
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 11:11 British Summer Time 22 July
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Aston Villa
Villa fan here - would like two or three world-class defenders, a couple more outstanding midfielders and another red-hot striker or two up front to support Olly Watkins. Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Dani Olmo and Phil Foden would be a good start.
D.Luded (fan)
This topic is taking a turn...D.Luded just needs one more player for his all-star five-a-side team.
Feel free to send in any ideas on who think should complete the line-up, or your own ideas for marquee signings at your club, should money be no object.
Postpublished at 11:08 British Summer Time 22 July
David, who described himself as an optimistic Aston Villa fan, dared to dream in an earlier post that his club might be able to tempt Nico Williams to join Unai Emery's Champions League challenge - and was promptly shot down by readers taking to the thumbs.
More than 1,600 of you have so far clicked the thumbs down when asked if the Spain and Athletic Bilbau winger might be a viable transfer target for Villa. Click here to see the latest count.
The suggestion has prompted a tongue-in-cheek message from a D.Luded, coming up...
New season, new ballpublished at 11:00 British Summer Time 22 July
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For those of you who get excited about seeing the ball that will be used for the new Premier League season, here you go.
This is the last Nike ball that will be used in the English top flight for the foreseeable future, with Puma taking over for the 2025-26 season.
Of course, once the clocks go back in October, the ball will switch to the yellow winter edition before swapping back to white in March.
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Get Involvedpublished at 10:54 British Summer Time 22 July
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Without Kevin de Bruyne, Manchester City won’t get top four. He’s not underrated but they’ll see just how much they rely on him when he’s gone. He’s 33 so has possibly one season at elite level left.
Andy
Sancho 'terribly good' in Man Utd returnpublished at 10:46 British Summer Time 22 July
Rangers 2-0 Man Utd
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Now then, this may have been something you didn't expect to see but Jadon Sancho was back in a Manchester United shirt under the guidance of Erik ten Hag at the weekend.
After being sent on loan to Borussia Dortmund in January following a fall out with the United boss, it seemed as though Sancho's time at Old Trafford may have been at an end.
But after returning for pre-season, the 24-year-old English winger was included in the squad for Saturday's friendly against Rangers and started the match, which was played at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.
Ten Hag even described the winger's performance as "terribly good".
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 10:40 British Summer Time 22 July
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Manchester United
What Manchester United have needed for a long time is a clear out of overpaid and underperforming players. This would be a way of generating much-needed income for new blood. Antony, Mason Mount, Harry Maguire, Jadon Sancho and Casemiro to depart please.
David in Northwich
Man Utd hopeful of signing Netherlands playmaker Simonspublished at 10:31 British Summer Time 22 July
Monday's gossip column
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It is being reported, Manchester United are hopeful of beating Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig to the signing of Xavi Simons.
The 21-year-old's stock has risen this summer after impressing at Euro 2024 for the Netherlands.
Simons was on loan at RB Leipzig from Paris St-Germain last season.
Spanish publication, Sport 45, external, is reporting that PSG were initially in favour of extending his loan to Leipzig, before Bayern exceeded expectations with a transfer proposal reportedly close to 70m euros (£59m).
That was before United came along.
Click here to read more transfer stories in today's BBC Sport gossip column.
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 10:18 British Summer Time 22 July
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Crystal Palace
As a Crystal Palace fan, I'm happy with our business so far in signing Daichi Kamada and Chadi Riad. But we need someone to fill the Michael Olise void. And that man is Emile Smith-Rowe. Plus, if we can keep hold of Eze and Marc Guehi, then we could potentially have a top-10 finish come May.
Alexander, Newton-le-Willows
Here’s a change of pace for you - I won’t speak for all, however, many Palace fans will now be aligned with me in just having faith in the club and our new manager to do the business. First time in my life I’m assuming they know better than me [with regards to transfer dealings]!
Nick, Kent
Man City in for Palace's England midfielder Eze?published at 10:10 British Summer Time 22 July
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Back to Manchester City rumours.
According to reports in the Mirror, external, the Premier League champions are considering a £68m move for Crystal Palace's England midfielder Eberechi Eze.
The story suggests City are "weighing up their options" following conflicting rumours about the future of Kevin de Bruyne over the weekend, with some reports suggesting the 33-year-old Belgian had agreed personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad.
Eze, 26, is under contract for three more years at Selhurst Park and reportedly has a release clause of around £60m.
Los Blancos or Los Oro?published at 10:00 British Summer Time 22 July
While we are talking Premier League and La Liga, check out Real Madrid's away kit for the upcoming season by clicking on the link to Los Blancos' social media post below.
It's a kit that wouldn't look out of place in one corner of the West Midlands - badge aside of course.
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 09:51 British Summer Time 22 July
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Aston Villa
Aston Villa could do with a marquee summer signing who will worry Champions League defences. We've been trying to sign Nico Williams for over a year. He wants to go to Barca but they are broke (again). Perhaps the sale of Moussa Diaby might allow us to meet his wage demands...
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What do you think folks? Is David being optimistic? Click thumbs up if you think Aston Villa could tempt Nico Williams to swap current club Athletic Bilbao or a potential move to Barcelona for the promise of Premier League and Champions League football at Villa Park...or thumbs down if you don't.
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Al-Ittihad linked with Man City duo - reportspublished at 09:42 British Summer Time 22 July
Monday's gossip column
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We asked readers to vote with their thumbs earlier as to whether it is time for Manchester City to cash in on Kevin de Bruyne following reports over the weekend that the 33-year-old Belgium playmaker had agreed personal terms with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad.
At the last count, the entirely unscientific poll showed 1,779 in favour of City selling De Bruyne, with 983 against the idea.
Of course, it is not possible to know whether those in favour were fans of other Premier League teams eager to see the back of a player who has tormented opposition defences for nine, trophy-laden years at the Etihad.
However, Talksport, external suggests, in today's gossip column, that the story is not true and that De Bruyne has not agreed terms with Al-Ittihad.
As mentioned earlier, the Mail, external reports that Al-Ittihad have approached the league champions over a deal for another one of their star players, 30-year-old Brazil goalkeeper Ederson.
- Click here to read today's full gossip column.
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 09:35 British Summer Time 22 July
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Arsenal
As an Arsenal fan, I’m fairly happy with the squad. I think we should let Aaron Ramsdale go (not because I want to but I don’t think him being a number two is fair to him). I’d quite like a new striker, my ideal players would be Evan Ferguson or Alexander Isak. They have Premier experience and would fit in the squad.
Guy from Nottingham
After what seems to be the confirmed signing of Riccardo Calafiori, I would like Arsenal to get someone in who can cover Bukayo Saka. Also, someone to play behind/next to Declan Rice.
Louis
As an Arsenal fan, I think if we get Calafiori we are covered defensively (with a fit Jurrien Timber available). Midfield looks OK, but with all due respect to Gabriel Jesus, we do need a 20-goal-a-season striker to push on. Isak would be a good fit.
Anon
We don't have to worry about PSR any more - Nunopublished at 09:26 British Summer Time 22 July
Nottingham Forest
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Nottingham Forest have acted fast in the summer transfer window, bringing in five new additions for the 2024-25 season, but Nuno Espirito Santo has revealed the Reds could still make some more signings before deadline day.
Speaking to BBC Radio Nottingham, the Forest boss said: "We have some players but the squad is not closed yet.
"We still have aspects to decide. We are working with players who came back from their loans, so we have to have a good look at them and make the right decisions for them.
"It was more important that we were able to keep our [best] players, so I'm really happy that we - as a club - are keeping our most important players.
"After the work of last season, I believe that this is what's going to give us that improvement through to this season."
On needing to sell players before that 30 June 'profit and sustainability deadline', Nuno insisted: "The club did well. We don't have to worry about that issue any more."
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Get Involved - who do you want your team to sign?published at 09:18 British Summer Time 22 July
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Liverpool
It would be nice to see Liverpool sign a proven striker and a defensive midfielder, instead of players from the, dare I say, bargain basement.
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Ten Hag wants to keep McTominaypublished at 09:10 British Summer Time 22 July
Manchester United
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Manchester United have been busy in the transfer market so far with defender Leny Yoro and striker Joshua Zirkzee coming in.
Mason Greenwood is a notable outgoing from Old Trafford and rumours suggest Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay could also soon be on his way out.
However, manager Erik ten Hag says he wants to keep hold of the Scotland international.
"I think we have very good players so they'll always have an interest from other clubs," said Ten Hag after United's 2-0 pre-season friendly win over Rangers at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh on Saturday.
"If you score 10 goals in a season and perform very well for Scotland there will be an interest.
"We want to actually keep him because he's a very important player for our squad. We've seen what he can contribute last season."