Ronaldo to Roma, Barca deal stalls – Friday’s five key transfer events

Robin Bairner
Robin Bairner
  • 17 Jun 2022 17:00 CDT
  • 3 min read
Cristiano Ronaldo, Man Utd, 2021/22
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The 2022 summer transfer market is into full swing, with complete deals coming steadily through on a daily basis now.

Friday was no different, with Arsenal closing in on Porto midfielder Fabio Vieira and Tottenham securing the signature of Yves Bissouma in another high-profile deal. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich are rapidly closing in on the signing of Sadio Mane from Liverpool.

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Here are the five key moments in football transfer news from 17 June.

Ronaldo to Roma rubbished

Ronaldo Roma
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Cristiano Ronaldo was linked with an unlikely transfer to Roma by reports in Italy.

FootballTransfers’ sources were quickly able to shutdown any talk of a deal.

Man Utd and Barcelona’s Neves hopes hit

Ruben Neves, Wolves, 2021/22
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Manchester United and Barcelona are both linked with a move for Wolves’ Ruben Neves, but the Molineux side’s inability to find a replacement is stalling any possible move.

Fulham are the latest club to throw a spanner in the works of a potential move.

Southampton sign the best young keeper in the world

Gavin Bazunu Ireland
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Southampton completed a move for Manchester City goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu for a fee of around £12m. The 20-year-old is rated as the best young keeper in the game – and this deal is a win-win for everyone. Here’s why…

Bissouma completes Tottenham transfer

Yves Bissouma, Brighton, 2021/22
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Tottenham have beaten Arsenal to the signing of Yves Bissouma from Brighton, with the Gunners set to announce Fabio Vieira from Porto imminently.

The acquisition of the midfielder promises to be an excellent pick up for Spurs, who are making serious headway under the guidance of Antonio Conte.

Exclusive: Nottingham Forest close in on Niakhate

Moussa Niakhate Mainz
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FootballTransfers was first with the news that Nottingham Forest are close to signing Mainz defender Moussa Niakhate on a deal worth under the club’s €12m asking price.

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